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Volunteers Help Children In Foster Care In 2018, 73 community members completed 35 hours

of training and were sworn in as Officers of the Court to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates in the Juvenile Dependency Court of Santa Cruz County. These volunteers have committed to help a child or youth in foster care that has been abused or neglected. Full Story page 9

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Letter to the Editor (from the Editor), By Noel Smith

or the past 14 years I’ve been the editor for the Aptos Times, Capitola Soquel Times and Scotts Valley Times. It has always been my purpose to make each publication truly local in content and design. It has been my privilege to promote the efforts of

local organizations, businesses and non-profits to make their community a better place to live. I thank all these organizations for their openness in providing us content and information that have made our publications so successful. ... continues on page 4

Women’s Adventure Film Tour at the Rio

The Women’s Adventure Film Tour has arrived in the USA for the first time ever and will be in Santa Cruz for One Night Only on January 26! This tour is a celebration of the fantastic women around us who are doing extraordinary things. Full Story page 11

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2019 Valentine’s Day Poetry Contest

The Annual Times Competition for Santa Cruz County Residents

hether it’s Love that has stood the test of time, the rush of young Love, or the memory of Love lost, that’s what we celebrate each February 14, Valentine’s Day. What could be more romantic than to express through your own poetry about that special Love

for your loved one to read (and for our readers). So it’s time to write it and send us your poem about those tender feelings and romantic thoughts to our annual poetry contest. Times Publishing Group is sponsoring its 19th Annual Times Publishing Valentine’s Day Poetry Contest to reward four local poets (and their loved ones) throughout Santa Cruz County and to encourage them to make public their feelings in celebration of Valentines Day. Last year’s Times Publishing Annual Valentine’s Day Poetry Contest drew poems from Watsonville to Boulder Creek. Some funny, some romantic, some touching and some… well, you know… As usual, a winning poem was chosen for each of our three newspapers; the Aptos Times, Capitola Soquel Times, and Scotts Valley Times. Express your love – in 250 words or less – (see “Contest Rules” for complete

details) and tell the world what makes your Valentine special! ••• 2019 Poetry Contest Rules (Open only to Santa Cruz County residents!) Please Read Carefully rite a poem about, or to your Valentine. There is NO credit for formatting. Submit it via email to info@ cyber-times.com with Poetry Contest as the Subject, or mail it to 9601 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003. Only one poem per poet and no more than 250 words and 25 lines. Be sure to include your name, address, day and evening phone numbers, e-mail address, and for whom (fiancée, spouse, parent, child, lost love, etc.) your poem is written. The 2019 prizes will be announced soon. We welcome all submissions from the residents of Santa Cruz County. The Times Publishing editorial staff will select the winners as follows:

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Cover Editor Wins Golden Quill Award: Letter to the Editor (from the Editor), By Noel Smith 2 5 6 7 8

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Community News 2019 Valentine’s Day Poetry Contest: The Annual Times Competition for Santa Cruz County Residents ‘Trestle Trail’ Begins!: Coastal Rail Trail Construction Begins Jan. 2 Capitola Year in Review 2018 Actors’ Theatre Announces 2019 Season Combatting COLD and FLU Season • Santa Cruz County Highest Voter Turnout • WomenCARE PSA for Cancer Support Group • Introductory session in the Art of Communication • Enroll Now for Jan. 5 Smart Driver Class Volunteers Help Children In Foster Care • CDFW Awards $4.2 Million for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Grant Projects Voice Your Concerns to Your Community: 2019 City of Capitola City Council and Successor Agency Meeting Dates & Deadline for Submittal of Agenda Items • RTC Receives Safety Improvement Grant for Highway 9 Pedestrian Crossings Women’s Adventure Film Tour at the Rio Possible Tax Relief for Domestic Parters Boxing for Parkinson’s • SCPD Launches Volunteers In Policing Program Foundation Provides New Pediatric Gym, By Aric Sleeper Be A Holiday Hero – Give The Gift Of Life: Red Cross urgently needs blood and platelet donations • Inspiring News in 2018 Super Foods for a Nutritious Diet Wake Up Refreshed: Simple Ways to Begin Your Morning Wide Eyed and Ready to Go! • Be Wary: It’s the Season for Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases At Your Service: Fast Facts About Service Dogs Sisters Launch Wild Poppies Olive Oil Ten Doctor-Recommended New Year’s Resolutions •  Leadership Santa Cruz County Launches Search for New Executive Director

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“Golden Quill” from page 1 My background includes a long and varied history of professions. I started out as a linguist in the U.S. Army stationed in Berlin when the Wall went up in 1961. I worked for General Dynamics, received my degree as an Electronics Engineer, and my MBA. I’ve worked overseas and traveled to many countries. I also, because of the “gray ceiling,” became an 18-wheel truck driver for four and one half years and traveled 750,000 miles to all 48 states. After I got off the road I found myself writing articles for the Aptos Times and then became the editor of the three newspapers for which I wish to thank publisher Patrice Edwards for her patience and support. That relationship has given me 14 years of a very satisfying profession. I recently received the 2018 California School Board Association “Golden Quill Award” signed by Michael Watkins, President of CSBA and presented by the Soquel Unified Elementary School District at their December 19th Board Meeting. This award was in recognition of fair, insightful and accurate reporting on public school news. This was in addition to several awards I’ve received for journalism over the years.

At the age of 81, I have suddenly been forced to retire due to health issues. I wish all those organizations and individuals who have communicated and trusted me with their information the best and

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he City of Santa Cruz and Cushman Contracting will begin construction of the first segment of the Coastal Rail Trail — the San Lorenzo River Parkway Phase III/Trestle Trail Project — on Wednesday, Jan. 2. A bike/ pedestrian detour will be in effect as the San Lorenzo River Railroad Trestle Bridge and surrounding bike/pedestrian paths will be closed the duration of the project, which is expected to conclude in late May 2019. The Trestle Trail Project will remove the existing 4-foot wide wooden pedestrian walkway and construct a 10-foot wide elevated bike/pedestrian path with new steel supports, bike friendly railing, a slip resistant surface, and low level lighting The new path will be approximately 340 feet long and connect to the existing access ramps at each end of the bridge. The project will improve direct bike/ pedestrian access between the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Seabright neighborhood and the Santa Cruz Riverwalk levee path and downtown Santa Cruz.

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Capitola Year in Review 2018 A T

look back on some of the highlights featured in Capitola Soquel Times in 2018 ••• January anta Cruz County Actors’ Theatre performed the 23rd Annual 8 Tens @ Eight Short Play Festival at the Center Stage Theatre in Santa Cruz. The annual ten-minute play festival is one of the most anticipated and popular events of the theatre season.

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February ravis Deyoung wins $100 in the Times Publishing Valentines Poetry contest for his poem “I Promise.”

March ola Cross wins Hunger Fighter of the Year. Jess Brown, Executive Director of the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau praised Mrs. Cross, “It was an easy vote. Eola’s energy and dedication are just incredible. She gives back to the community every single day, and she is a role model for all of us.” Mike Termini, Mayor of Capitola added, “Mrs. Cross is an inspiration. The Grey Bears are like an Army of Good, and Eola is like the General of the Army.” • Bay Federal Credit Union’s annual silent auction generated $12,001 for LEO’s Haven and the Chanticleer Park Neighbors Association. • The Chanticleer Park Neighbors Association is working to build an inclusive playground called LEO’s Haven at Chanticleer County Park, the county’s first inclusive playground for children of all abilities.

April yo Taniguchi, Cabrillo graduate, designed the 2020 Olympic Mascot.

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Ryo, who graduated in 1997, was an art major. He currently resides in Japan and is active as a character designer/illustrator. May ongregational Church of Soquel celebrated 150th anniversary.

June he Red Cross of the Central Coast honored community members for their acts of courage or compassion at the 13th Annual Heroes Breakfast. • Education Hero - Mary Gaukel Forster, Executive Director of Your Future is Our Business, an organization that links local and regional employers with Santa Cruz schools, to improve student’s employment prospects. • First Responder Heroes - A surfer was in distress 500 yards off shore at Davenport Landing Beach. State lifeguards Dan Perry, Forest Gleitsman, and Ziad Bawarshi paddled out to make contact. • Conditions were extreme, 12-15 foot high waves. The three lifeguards worked as a team to get the surfer back to the beach.

July he 46th Annual Wharf to Wharf race featured Capitola’s Amy Schnittger taking 12th place as top local woman runner. • Remodeler Magazine’s “Forty Under 40 Awards Program” recognized Paul Eastman, of Capitola, as one of the top promising remodeling professionals in the nation.

August rtist James Aschbacher was best known for his murals and art projects with school children. He passed away on August 25th. A celebration was held at the Rio Theatre. In attendance, were his wife Lisa, colleagues and the artistic community.

September he 45-day public review and comment period opens on the North Coast Rail Trail Project. The Rail Trail is a multi-use; walking and biking path planned for construction alongside existing railroad tracks.

October rtists set up easels on the Wharf, shore and the streets to paint live for 3 days during the Capitola Plein Air Art Festival.

November fter 5 years, Leo’s Haven Ground Breaking ceremony is held. Santa Cruz playground project finally comes to fruition.

December eloved Editor of the Capitola Times, Noel Smith retires on a high note, after winning the California School Boards Association’s Golden Quill Award! ••• Have a Happy New Year! n

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Entries must be received by 5 p.m. Tuesday, February 6, 2018. The winner will be notified on or before Friday, February 9. Please Email or call us at 831/688-7549 if you have any questions. The winning poems will be published in the March 1 editions of our three newspapers. n ••• 2018 Winners: Grand Prize: Tom Trujillo of La Selva Beach for the Aptos Times. • Travis Deyoung of Santa Cruz for the Capitola Soquel Times • Donna Kannall of Scotts Valley for the Scotts Valley Times

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Actors’ Theatre Announces 2019 Season S anta Cruz County Actors’ Theatre announces their 2019 season, which includes two full-length acclaimed plays and the two-night festival, 8 Tens @ Eight at the Center Stage Theater in downtown Santa Cruz. Founded in 1985, Actors’ Theatre has a long history of being a vital part of the greater Santa Cruz area’s theatre community. As Actors’ Theatre launches into their second full season, audiences can expect some comedy, drama, issues of identity, and a musical! The season begins with the annual ten-minute play festival, 8 TENS @ EIGHT opening January 4 and running through February 3. One of the most anticipated and popular events of the theatre season in Santa Cruz, Actors’ Theatre is offering twice the fun again this season, with sixteen award-winning plays from their national playwriting contest, showing in repertoire as “A” night and “B” night over the five-week festival. ••• April 12 - 28: Actors’ Theatre presents Jane Anderson’s LOOKING FOR NORMAL. The comedy-drama tells the story of Roy and Irma, who have been married for twenty-five years. They have two children and are respected members of their church and community. When they go to their pastor for marriage counseling, Roy confesses that he’s a

woman trapped in a man’s body and wants to have a sex change. The play explores the complexities of marriage, family, and deconstructs the very notion of love. Directed by Erik Gandolfi. “Jane Anderson’s bittersweet transgender domestic comedy-drama is thoughtful and touching and full of wit and wisdom. A real audience pleaser.” — Hollywood Reporter

••• September 27–October 13: Actors’ Theatre is excited to present their first musical with Stephen Sondheim’s COMPANY. Love, marriage, and the quest to find what makes one happy is the center of Sondheim’s trailblazer of the darkcomedy, modern-musical genre, and is the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Score, Best Lyrics, and Best Book by George Furth. Directed by Andrew Ceglio with Musical direction by Daniel Goldsmith. “There is nothing fragile about Company ... it is by turns brassy, brittle,

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sympathetic, cynical, romantic, calculating and alive — oh so very much alive ... with so many show-stopping numbers, Stephen Sondheim’s music and lyrics add up to one of the best scores on Broadway ...” — Wall Street Journal ••• : Actors’ Theatre 2019 Season 8 Tens @ 8 Short Play Festival – Jan 4 to Feb 3 • Looking for Normal – April 12 to 28 • Company – Sept 27 to Oct 13. Center Stage Theater, 1001 Center Street in Santa Cruz. n For more info: https://www.sccat.org

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Combatting COLD and FLU Season W hen temperatures drop, the risk for illness, such as colds and the flu, rises. Each year, millions of Americans suffer from symptoms ranging from coughing, sneezing and congestion to aches, fevers and vomiting that can leave them feeling less than 100 percent. While you may not be able to avoid illness entirely, you can take steps to protect yourself from the common cold and more serious bugs like the flu. This cold and flu season, keep essentials on-hand from thermometers that can help you diagnose a fever quickly to

humidifiers and heated blankets that can potentially help shorten your recovery time. If cold or flu viruses happen to strike you or a family member this winter, it’s important to consult a medical professional with any health-related questions. A Warm, Comfortable Night’s Sleep leep is essential for letting your body recover, especially when you’re feeling under the weather. A heated blanket or mattress pad can provide natural pain relief and help to relax sore muscles, ease tension, promote blood flow and increase body temperature to help fight fevers that often accompany colds and the flu. Often washer- and dryer-safe, featuring variable temperature settings and available in a variety of sizes to fit nearly any bed, a heated blanket can help you get a good night’s sleep and wake up feeling refreshed.

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However, using a humidifier can add moisture to the air, help fight cold and flu symptoms and aid in preventing dryness and irritation in many body parts, such as skin, nose, throats and lips. Available with a multitude of tank sizes and features to fit nearly any room in your home, some humidifiers even offer smart functions, rotating mist nozzles, programmable timers and automatic shut-off when they run out of water.

Reduce Airborne Germs s the flu virus can survive for up to 48 hours outside of the body, good personal hygiene can play an important role in preventing the spread of germs. One way to do so is by coughing or sneezing into facial tissues, which can help reduce the amount of germs released back into the air. There are even antibacterial, aloe Vera and eucalyptus varieties available, which offer added cold and flu fighting benefits while helping prevent dry skin from the excess nose blowing that often accompanies illnesses.

Warm Up with a Hydrating Beverage ydration is a key part of recovering from nearly any illness, and warm drinks like tea can help relieve a cough or sore throat by simulating salivation and secretions, which can help soothe and lubricate your throat. Having a highquality teapot on-hand that alerts you when your hot water is ready can ensure relief from a warm beverage is never more than a few minutes away. n ••• Family Features Photos courtesy of Getty Images

COMMUNITY BRIEFS Santa Cruz County Highest Voter Turnout anta Cruz County Clerk Gail L. Pellerin certified results of the November 6, 2018 Statewide General Election on Tuesday, Dec. 4. Santa Cruz County had the highest voter turnout in a midterm election. The last record was set in 1982 with 70.8%. The Elections Code requires the County Clerk to certify results by the 30th day after the election, which is December 6, 2018. A summary of the results as well as a precinct-by-precinct report are posted on the website at www. votescount.com. ~~~ November 6, 2018 Election Statistics Voter Registration...............................159,228 Record number! Total Votes Cast..................................121,700 Record number for a midterm! Turnout Percentage............................ 76.43% Record number for a midterm! Total Precinct Votes..............................38,832 Total Vote-by-Mail Votes.....................82,868 Record number for a midterm! Total Vote-by-Mail Requests............. 111,655 Record number!

Total Provisional Ballots Counted.......5,423 Total Provisional Ballots Cast...............6,410 For additional information contact Gail L. Pellerin at gail.pellerin@santacruzcounty. ca.us or call 831-454-2419. ••• WomenCARE PSA for Cancer Support Group re you a woman who has been newly diagnosed with cancer? WomenCARE is here to offer a safe place where women with any type of cancer will find mutual support, shared experience, and open hearts. It’s free and confidential. Meets every Tuesdays at 12:30pm at the WomenCARE office located at 2901 Park Avenue, Suite A1 in Soquel. Call to register (831) 457-2273 We look forward to meeting you! For more information visit womencare santacruz.org ••• Introductory session in the Art of Communication Resource Center for Nonviolence 612 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz Sunday, January 6 • 6:30pm – 8:30pm hese introductory sessions are free in order to make them widely accessible.

We always welcome donations in order to cover our costs. The purpose of Nonviolent Communication is to speak and listen in a manner that reduces defensiveness, blame, and subtle demands. The practice of NVC involves listening past another person’s criticism to hear the needs that they are trying to meet. And when we have needs that we want to express, it helps us express them in a way that is more likely to be heard. Marshall Rosenberg developed NVC; Ph.D. It is taught all over the world by over 225 certified trainers (4 are here in Santa Cruz). This introductory session is not intended as a series. We offer the “Basics” series for that purpose. Nevertheless, you are welcome to come to as many of these intro sessions as you like. We recommend it as a way to sample the different styles of our trainers, since the trainers rotate the responsibility of teaching this session. http://www.nvcsantacruz.org

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Enroll Now for Jan. 5 Smart Driver Class ARP SMART DRIVER classes are designed to help maturing drivers maintain safe driving skills and keep their licenses longer. California insurance companies are by law to give a discount for three years to seniors who complete this class. Check with your agent to see how this may affect your cost. Regular 2-Day Classes: Watsonville: Jan. 28/29 • May 13/14 Santa Cruz: March 4/6 Capitola: April 10/17 • July 31/Aug 7 1-day Refresher classes: Santa Cruz: Jan. 5 Capitola: Feb. 20 • June 5 Scotts Valley: Mar. 12. Regular classes are 8 hours; two days, 4 hours each. Refresher classes (for those who have taken the Regular class and need to get a new certificate) are 4.5 hours on one day. For more information or to register, call Fred 831.247-30972. Registration is required as space is in each class is limited. n

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Volunteers Help Children In Foster Care

n 2018, 73 community members completed 35 hours of training and were sworn in as Officers of the Court to serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates in the Juvenile Dependency Court of Santa Cruz County. These volunteers have committed to help a child or youth in foster care that has been abused or neglected. The graduating class on December 4, 2018 also marked the retirement of CASA’s trainer of 11 years, Fred Koehler. “What I’ve noticed from training over 600 CASA volunteers is that so many of them find helping one vulnerable child in a very difficult situation is a way they can make a real measurable difference in the world. Volunteers helping babies have a voice in court, being a friend to a school-age child or being a mentor to an older youth are all

ways to make a real tangible difference. I’ve seen Advocates lives be changed by this process. Watching so many people

making a difference in this simple and caring way has opened my heart and has changed my life too.” 195 volunteers have served this year, 230 children and youth in foster care. CASA volunteers devote 2-4 hours a week getting to know one child in foster care, gather information from everyone involved in the child’s life, and are empowered to directly influence life-changing decisions for the child. ••• Community members who were trained as Court Appointed Special Advocates in 2018 are: Natalie Alanis, Monica Ambriz, Laurie Barbin, Susan Barisone, Mitchell Barlas, Sam Basinger, Holly Beale, Rachel Beauregard, Bruce Bennett, Isabel Bjork, Cassandra Blom, Peter Brown, Jerome Bullert, Sidney Bundlie, Orlando Calderon, Shawn Coats, Stacey

Costello, Julia Crawford, Valeria Daki, Cecilia Diaz, Elizabeth Forrest, Lisa Foy, Michael Geluardi, Christopher Goldstein, Nancy Gordon, RoxyGreenspan, Megan Grewohl, Serena Griffith, Susana Gueye, Lacey Harrison, Laurie Hartsfield, Rosalie Hershberger, John Himelright, Jenny Hundemer, Jenny Im, Jazmin Jauregui, Jennyn Jefferson, Haley Kepler, Nate Koretz, Al Linder, Barbara Lockwood, Ellie Lopez, Michael Loredo, Lyndsey Marks, Lisa Martin, Paiton Matyas, Tammy McBride, Peter McGinn, Corina Mejia, Rebecca Meredith, Hannah Mixter, Damian Musante, Caren Nessen, Anna Niebel, Amy Orlando, Lynne Petrovic, Natalie Pinkerton, Patricia Plascencia, William Rentz, John Rodriguez, Gavin Sandford, Davina Santos, Michael Savage, “Foster Care” page 16

CDFW Awards $4.2 Million for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Grant Projects

he California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) today announced the selection of three projects to restore wetlands that sequester greenhouse gases (GHGs) and provide other ecological co-benefits. The awards, totaling $4.2 million, were made under CDFW’s 2017 Wetlands Restoration for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Program Proposal Solicitation Notice. The Wetlands Restoration for Greenhouse Gas Reduction Program focuses on projects with measurable objectives that will lead to GHG reductions in wetlands and watersheds while providing co-benefits such as enhancing fish and wildlife habitat,

protecting and improving water quality and quantity, and helping California adapt to climate change. Wetlands have high carbon sequestration rates that can store carbon for decades. “We are fortunate to have the opportunity to fund wetland restoration projects while directly addressing climate resiliency and furthering the science of carbon sequestration,” CDFW Director Charlton H. Bonham said. “Wetlands play a vital role in our state’s water storage and as natural carbon sinks, provide significant other benefits.” One of the projects approved for funding is Elkhorn Slough: Elkhorn Slough Tidal Marsh Res-

toration: Hester Phase II ($1,596,779 to Elkhorn Slough Foundation). Elkhorn Slough, one of the largest estuaries in California, contains the state’s largest salt marshes south of San Francisco Bay. The slough provides important habitat for a broad range of resident and migratory birds, invertebrates, fish, marine mammals and other wildlife, and plays a crucial role in the local estuarine and near shore food web. The project includes restoration of an entire cross section of coastal ecosystem from carbon sequestering native oyster beds, 30 acres of historically diked and drained coastal wetlands, and five acres adjacent vegetated buffer. Building upon the success of Hester Phase I, the project will enhance sophisticated GHG science

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and monitoring as well as investigating the novel GHG mitigation strategy of converting plant waste to biochar as a soil amendment. n ••• CDFW program: wildlife.ca.gov/ conservation/watersheds/greenhouse-gasreduction . California Climate Investments: www. caclimateinvestments.ca.gov.

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2019 City of Capitola City Council and Successor Agency Meeting Dates & Deadline for Submittal of Agenda Items

he City Council appoints citizens to serve on boards, commissions, and committees to assist and advise in formulating policy. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend City Council meetings. Come be a part of the discussions that affect your community. Regular Meetings of the City Council/Successor Agency are held on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. The Regular City Council meetings begin

at 7 p.m. in the Capitola City Hall Council Chambers at 420 Capitola Avenue. Submittal dates are typically on Mondays; if a City holiday falls on a Monday the submittal date is on a Tuesday. Staff reports to be included on a particular agenda must be submitted to the City Manager’s Office No Later than 5 p.m. on the submittal date so that it may be reviewed. Items received after that date may be scheduled for the next available agenda. n

Submittal Date December 31 January 14 February 4 February 19 March 4 March 19 April 1 April 15 April 29 May 13 June 3 June 17

Meeting Date January 10 January 24 February 14 February 28 March 14 March 28 April 11 April 25 May 9 May 23 June 13 June 27

Submittal Date Meeting Date July 15 July 25 August 12 August 22 September 3 September 12 September 16 September 26 September 30 October 10 October 15 October 24 November 4 November 14 November 18 November 26 December 2 December 12 ••• Capitola City Council: 420 Capitola Ave • http://www.cityofcapitola.org/citycouncil

RTC Receives Safety Improvement Grant for Highway 9 Pedestrian Crossings

he Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Comission (RTC) received $250,000 in grant money from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) for pedestrian crossing safety projects on Highway 9 (State Route 9/SR9) in the San Lorenzo Valley. SR9 serves as a main thoroughfare for pedestrians to access schools, libraries, parks, commercial areas and homes. There are only four signal lights and one stop sign on the highway, and many of the intersections that pedestrians regularly use for crossings have no safety controls. RTC staff, working with Caltrans, the County of Santa Cruz Public Works Department, and community leaders, identified five intersections on SR9 with high foot traffic and high pedestrian involved collision rates where the installation of pedestrian crossings with enhanced safety features should be prioritized. The intersections where pedestrian crossings will be improved with the HSIP grant money are: • SR9/Redwood Drive in Felton; • SR9 midblock crossing between Graham Hill Road and Kirby Street in Felton; • SR9/Clear Creek Road in Brookdale; • SR9/Forest Street in Boulder Creek; and • SR9/Pool Drive in Boulder Creek. Improvements at these five locations vary and will include a combination of treatments, including installation of highvisibility striping and signage, advance warning flashing beacons, and Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacons.

Enhancements in these key locations will improve crossing safety for pedestrians and bicyclists by alerting on-coming vehicles of the presence of a lawful crosswalk and/ or that the crosswalk is occupied. “The heavily used pedestrian routes along Highway 9 have a history of motorist and pedestrian collisions. These crosswalk improvements will increase visibility of the crosswalks and pedestrians, alerting motorists to their presence and warning motorists to slow down near crossing locations,” said Santa Cruz County Supervisor Bruce McPherson,

whose supervisorial district covers the San Lorenzo Valley. “Pedestrians will have safer access to transit stops, parks, neighborhoods, businesses and other services they rely on in this rural area.” According to data from the Transportation Injury Mapping System, there were 34 pedestrian involved incidents on SR9 from 2006-2017. Twenty-three of these incidents, including three pedestrian fatalities and four pedestrian severe injuries, occurred at an intersection where the pedestrian had the right-of-way, and in 15 of these

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incidents, the pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The RTC is currently working on the SR9/San Lorenzo Valley Complete Streets Corridor Plan, a planning study that provides a vision, guiding principles, and realistic strategies to improve how people get around San Lorenzo Valley. Data gathered during initial outreach for the plan shows that crossing SR9 is a priority safety issue for pedestrians and bicyclists. In early 2019, the RTC will gather community feedback on the draft Complete Streets Corridor Plan in order to prioritize implementation of a range of identified projects along the corridor. n ••• For more information on the Caltrans’ Highway Safety Improvement Program, visit http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/LocalPrograms/hsip. html.

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women and men of all ages! The event features an all-new set of short films, including the premiere of Katie Walsh’s film, Surfing to Cope about American Brianna Cope. You’ll also experince climbing, skiing, mountanineering, snowboarding and travel films from all over the world. n For more information www.riotheatre.com

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Boxing for Parkinson’s R ock Steady Boxing Santa Cruz began last October in Aptos, with coach Crystal. When Crystal moved to Southern California, RSB Santa Cruz moved to Scotts Valley, where Coach Brian Dunniway welcomed everyone, committing to the needs of the Parkinson’s Community, and becoming RSB certified. The Rock Steady Boxing contingent has grown and grown and more classes have been added to accommodate the group. Brian will present the background and basis for Rock Steady Boxing and why it’s good for eople with Parkinson’s. Rock Steady Boxing “Gives people with Parkinson’s disease hope by improving their quality of life through a non-contact boxing based fitness curriculum.” Brian started training in martial arts and fitness when he was a teenager to build his self-confidence. He has studied many forms of martial arts in his life, including: Karate, Choy Lee Fut, Jeet Kun Do, Ju Jitsu, Sanshou, Muay Thai, America Kickboxing and Western Style Boxing. Brian’s training philosophy is simple: Find something you love and it

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SCPD Launches Volunteers In Policing Program

olice Chief Andrew Mills is pleased to announce the addition of a new Volunteers in Policing (V.I.P.) program, designed to allow community members to assist the Santa Cruz Police Department (SCPD) enhance public safety and crime prevention efforts. SCPD has engaged a team of trained citizen volunteers to support the department in non-enforcement duties. Our dedicated group of volunteers will help officers to provide additional services, maintain positive relationships with the public, free up officers’ time for higher level duties, and maximize impact in the community. “Each volunteer on the streets will increase both community safety and department effectiveness by adding more eyes and ears and by freeing up sworn police officers to complete other critical tasks,” said Chief Mills. Together, we can help to ensure the City of Santa Cruz remains a safe place in which to live and work.”

Uniformed police volunteers will be patrolling the downtown area and, neighborhoods. They observe and report crime and quality-of-life issues to the department staff. Santa Cruz Police Volunteers do not take enforcement action, carry weapons, or make arrests. Volunteer duties also include welfare checks on the elderly, conducting vacation home security checks, working at special events, enforcing parking violations, vehicle abatement and helping the department with clerical tasks. Volunteers undergo screening and background checks, must be at least 18 years of age and be able to commit to a minimum of eight hours a month. n ••• To become an SCPD Volunteer and for more information go to SCPD Volunteers In Policing or email bthurman@cityofsantacruz. com or (831) 420-5989.

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mergencies don’t take a holiday. The American Red Cross urgently needs blood and platelet donors to make an appointment now to give and help ensure patients can get the treatment they need at a moment’s notice. In November 2016, a 100-foot maple tree fell on Mike McMahon, causing lifethreatening injuries. He needed 11 units of blood during emergency surgery and another seven units to treat complications after. Six weeks following the accident, McMahon was released from the hospital — just in time to spend the holidays with his family. “I’m grateful for the donors who gave me such an amazing gift — the gift of life,” said McMahon. “I was an occasional blood donor before the accident. Today, I donate as often as I can to help ensure others receive blood when they need it most.” Now is an important time to give blood and platelets. A seasonal decline in donations occurs from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day when donors get busy with family gatherings and travel. In addition, severe winter weather can cause blood drive cancellations and negatively affect the blood supply. Patients like McMahon can’t afford for there to be a shortage of blood. Give the gift of life — make an appointment to donate blood and platelets by downloading the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). As a special thank-you for helping meet the urgent need, those who come to give Dec. 20 through Jan. 6 will receive a long-sleeved Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. ••• Upcoming blood donation opportunities Dec. 20-Jan. 15 Santa Cruz Jan 3: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 220 Elk Street Jan 8: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Holy Cross Church, 170 High Street Jan 10: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. SC Fire Station No. 1, 711 Center St. ••• How to donate blood imply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types

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Inspiring News in 2018

A campaign called “Black Girl Magic Texas” helped put 17 black women on the bench in Harris County, Texas. Science Australian researchers develop 10-minute test to detect cancer cells anywhere in the body. Scientists accidently created a mutant enzyme that breaks down plastic bottles. World Health Organization unveiled new vaccine to end cholera. Cancer deaths have dropped 25% in the USA. Half of all people with HIV are getting treatment; deaths have dropped by half since 2005.

mission and they received the right to drive. Politicians, Rashida Tlaib & Ilhan Omar are the first Muslim women elected into Congress. Omar is also the first Somali-American member. Harris County Texas: 17 black women won judicial seats under a campaign they called “Black Girl Magic Texas.” South Fulton, Georgia’s criminal justice system is led entirely by black women. Jared Polis is first openly gay man elected as Colorado Governor.

Breaking Barriers Lt. Marina Hierl is the first woman in Marine Corps history to lead an infantry platoon. Women in Saudi Arabia are now able to travel or study without male per-

United States $1.8 billion was donated to John Hopkins University to help low-income students. Eco-friendly Babcock Ranch in Florida is the first solar-powered town in USA.

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The American unemployment rate is the lowest it has ever been since 1969. Government leased 390,000 acres of federally owned waters, for offshore wind farming. Around the World Ireland voted to amend their constitution and enable legislation allowing abortion. India overturned 150 years of anti-gay legislation, decriminalized consensual gay sex. South & North Korean ended the Korean War and marched under one flag at the 2018 Winter Olympics. Iranian President Hassan Rohani lifted the stadium ban - now women can attend sporting events. n ••• Happy 2019!

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eady, set, go. Just as you would set off at the starting line of a race, this hectic pace is how mornings begin for many men and women. Instead of waking with dread to face another hectic morning, consider these tips for a healthier way to ease into your daily rituals. While these activities may require you to allow extra time, you may be pleased with the productive results. Meditate. A practice that has been around for thousands of years may still be one of the best stress busters for hurried mornings. To start, find a place in your home that is free of noise and distraction. Practice sitting still, with eyes closed, and focus only on your breathing. Using deep, controlled breaths, try to steer your thoughts away from negative and stress-inducing thoughts.

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Be Wary: It’s the Season for Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases

he Santa Cruz County Mosquito and Vector Control (SCCMVC) Division reminds residents that winter is the season for the western black-legged tick (Ixodes pacificus), the primary vector of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses in Santa Cruz County. In 2018, there have been 5 reported cases of Lyme disease in Santa Cruz County so far. The annual average is eleven. Results from Santa Cruz County’s 2017/2018 tick-borne disease surveillance program indicate that approximately 2% of adult Western black-

legged ticks tested are infected with the bacteria that can cause Lyme disease. This is consistent with previous years. “Winter is a time of high adult tick activity in our coastal hills, and residents should be aware when spending time outdoors”, SCCMVC Manager Paul Binding said. The risk of being bitten by ticks may be reduced with the following precautions: • Wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts.   • Walk in the center of trails and avoid logs, tree trunks, trail margins, brush and tall grass.   • Shower and thoroughly check your entire body for ticks after time outdoors. Parent’s  should examine their

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their hands before and after removal and apply antiseptic to the bite area. Insecticides, Vaseline, lighted matches or gasoline should not be used to remove ticks because these techniques are ineffective or unsafe. Consult your healthcare provider if you have been bitten by a tick or were in an area where ticks occur and are concerned about Lyme disease. Painful redness that occurs less than 24 hours after a tick bite and does not expand is likely a local allergic reaction to the tick bite. Early Lyme disease can include flu-like symptoms and often an expanding, painless rash. Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics and most patients recover without complications, particularly when the disease is diagnosed early. If left untreated, Lyme disease can progress to arthritis and in some cases serious nervous system problems. “Bulls eye” rash of a patient infected with Lyme disease. Note that this rash does not always occur when someone is infected—it is important to look out for flulike symptoms and check yourself for ticks. Santa Cruz County Mosquito & Vector Control can help with tick identification M-F, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Visit us at 640 Capitola Rd., Santa Cruz. n ••• For more information, call (831) 454-2590 or email PestHelp@agdept.com. Residents can also visit SCCMVC at www.agdept.com under “Mosquito Abatement/Vector Control.” Also visit: https://www.cdph.ca.gov for more information on ticks and tick-borne diseases.

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hen you think of Louisiana, chances are one of the first things you think of is the food — spicy, hearty food meant to bring friends and family together over a steaming pot of jambalaya or gumbo. Makes your mouth water just thinking about it, doesn’t it? I have good news for you - Roux Dat serves up tasty gumbos, jambalayas and po’ boy sandwiches right in Capitola (between Kinko’s and Bed, Bath and Beyond) and soon opening a second location in Abbott Square, downtown Santa Cruz. Dedicated to making all their authentic dishes from scratch they use fresh and flavorful ingredients and offer a variety of dishes (including vegetarian) in a fast, casual environment. Owner and Chef Chad Glassley grew up in Fort Wayne Indiana, and when I asked him how he ended up serving Cajun creole stews in Santa Cruz, he had to credit his wife, Aurelia. Aurelia is an Aptos High School graduate who he met in Santa Rosa when he was the chef at the Plaza Bistro and she was working up north. While they met in California, eventually they moved back to Chad’s home state of Indiana where Chad worked as a chef at a country club and Aurelia earned her nursing degree. One of their favorite spots to go out to dinner with friends was a Cajun place that only served “stews” - like jambalayas and gumbos. It may well have been over a steaming bowl of goodness and a New Orleans Abita beer, who knows, but the idea of bringing a similar restaurant back to Aurelia’s home

town was born. “We thought that if we ever moved back to Santa Cruz this was a good concept,” recalled Chad, smiling at the memory. The thought stuck to their ribs, like a good bowl of stew will, and they spent time researching their idea which, fortunately for them, required trips to New Orleans to taste test, train their palates, and pick up on some of the magic (dare I say “Voo Doo”?) necessary to make an authentic pot of southern soul food. Although born a mid-western boy, Chad had already spent years in the South, as his desire to make a career in the food industry led him to attend Johnson and Wales’s culinary school in South Carolina. His love affair with the restaurant business began when he was in high school and took a job at an Italian restaurant called Casa D’ Angelo’s in Ft Wayne, “I just loved it, loved being a part of the business,” said Glassley. Glassley’s love of food - and the business of food - has been put to good use over the last four years. Since he and Aurelia decided the time was right to move back to her hometown and make their Cajun dream come true, it has been full steam ahead. Initially, the Glassley’s were looking to open a food kiosk on Pacific Avenue in downtown Santa Cruz. They had diligently prepared their business plan and Chad was in the Brown Ranch Marketplace running errands when, on his way to Kinko’s to get the business plan printed and bound, he walked past an empty retail space. It was

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the former home of an ice cream shop - and the future home of Roux Dat. In March of 2014, the Glassley’s started a fundraising campaign on the crowdsourcing site Kickstarter. With the generous support of over 50 donors they were able to raise more than their goal of $15,000 in just six weeks. Once they met their financial needs they focused on getting the restaurant up and running which meant, according to one of Aurelia’s updates on Kickstarter, “[Chad] has made seemingly endless phone calls, emails and meetings, learned about city requirements and county licenses, blueprints, hood specs, health regulations and trash schedules.” While the financial support was essential to opening the restaurant, it wasn’t the only support they received. Aurelia’s parents both helped out with getting the new restaurant open. Aurelia’s mom sewed the custom burlap curtains that hang on the walls, while her dad repainted the buffet that holds the lemonade and Louisiana iced tea and Aurelia painted the walls while (then baby) daughter Josie supervised. (Brother Everett and new baby brother Warren have since joined Josie). Roux Dat officially opened on Monday, May 26, 2014 and the Glassley’s have been letting les bons temps rouler ever since. “We’ve been in business for just over four

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years and we continue to grow, learn and improve every day,” said Glassley. With a full menu, including their newest offering - a house smoked pulled pork Po’ Boy topped with Cole slaw Roux Dat also offers a selection of New Orleans craft beer and Cafe du Monde coffee. Oh! Don’t forget the beignets! For the uninitiated, beignets are warm French doughnuts, made to order and covered with a hefty dusting of powdered sugar, and yes, they are as good as they sound. n ••• Roux Dat is open 7 days a week from 11:30am – 8pm. They are located in the Brown Ranch Marketplace and in early 2019, opening a second location in Abbott Square, downtown Santa Cruz. Online Menu www.rouxdatcajuncreole.com and follow them on Facebook.

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ervice dogs work hard each and every day to protect their human counterparts. Not only are they constant companions, but they are hardworking animals that can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, which can help lessen the symptoms of posttraumatic stress and traumatic brain injury, for example. In honor of National Service Dog Month, consider these facts about the fourlegged service animals: Common Misconceptions About Service Animals ecause they’re often cute and cuddly, it’s not unusual for people to forget that service dogs are working animals, not pets, and they have been individually trained to help people with disabilities. Guide, hearing and service dogs typically accompany a person anywhere the general public is allowed, including restaurants, businesses and on airplanes providing support as their owners go about their daily lives. However, a survey by American Humane, the Country’s first national humane organization, suggests that employees are not educated about the unique needs of customers with service dogs. Nearly seven in 10 (69 percent) retail employees said they never received training from their employer on the questions they are legally allowed to ask customers to verify an animal is a service dog. Further adding to confusion is a lack of understanding of the difference between

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service dogs and other assistance animals. Emotional support dogs and therapy dogs assist people in their daily lives, but they do not have the same responsibilities as service animals. For instance, therapy dogs provide affection and comfort to their owners, but they do not provide mobility assistance or communicate medical alerts, they should always be allowed to accompany their owners. A Helping Paw t times, these innocent misconceptions can lead to discrimination against those who rely on the support of a service dog. To combat this problem, American Humane and Mars Petcare, the world’s leading pet nutrition and health care business, created resources, such as training videos, to help businesses better accommodate patrons who have service dogs. Aligning with the Better Cities for Pets (tm) initiative, the videos and other resources help provide an understanding of the roles service dogs play to help create a world where pets and working animals are welcome across all communities. “Dogs have incredible abilities, including saving lives and making the world a better place,” said Angel May, corporate citizenship lead at Mars Petcare. “Service dogs are animals that should be celebrated for the good they bring to society, and we hope that increased awareness of the working nature leads to a deeper understanding of their important role.” n

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strong commitment to customers has helped Fatima’s Fine Jewelry in Watsonville succeed and grow over the last 20 years. The owners, Franco and Fatima, started their business with door-to-door jewelry sales in their local neighborhood. In January 1995, they moved into their first permanent location at the Watsonville Discount Mall. Fatima’s flourished at the mall for two decades, before moving to their current location at 307 Main Street. The store is still run by Franco and Fatima, along with daughter Jazmine and son Franco Jr. helping with promoting the store and various tasks. It’s a family run business that caters to its community.

Fatima’s Fine Jewelry “Service, hard work, and attention to the customers,” said Franco, are the keys to success that have kept the jewelry store in business for nearly 25 years. Fatima’s offers a range of gold and diamond products, as well as many services–such as battery replacements and custom work–that customers won’t be able to find online. Their in-store business not only does repairs, but also provides exquisite custom work. Additionally, the shop has a wide selection of products that cannot be found in some of the large chain jewelry stores in located in Santa Cruz County. Franco claims that Fatima’s has a selection “three to four times” larger than many of the chain jewelers in the area. Fatima’s carries a wide range of products, including favorites among the local Watsonville community. According to Franco, the most popular items in the store include promise and wedding rings, jewelry for quinceañeras and baptisms. The store carries timeless brands such as Le Vian, Bulova, Michael Kors, Citizens, Lacoste, Ferrari, G-Shock and many more. The products sold at Fatima’s are not only enjoyable to wear, but also serve as a wonderful investment to cherish and enjoy for many years. On a number of online review sites (such as Yelp), Fatima’s Fine Jewelry has highly rated reviews by new and repeat customers. They praise the exceptional customer service and knowledgeable staff. As the owner, Franco attempts to put himself in the customer’s shoes and offers, “good service, a friendly smile, and a handshake” to all visitors in the store. Fatima’s has been serving families over multiple generations with the grandparents, parents and even grown children stopping by the store.

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At Fatima’s Fine Jewelry, they believe that jewelry should make you feel unique, beautiful, and truly amazing. Their mission has always been to provide exceptional service as they help you find jewelry that you will fall in love with each time you put it on. The entire team at Fatima’s Fine Jewelry in downtown Watsonville would like to invite you to come pay a visit to Fatima’s, centrally located on Main Street. Franco emphasizes that his business will customize the jewelry to please the

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customer’s needs, and offers occasional specials on all types of jewelry products and services. Stop by Fatima’s Fine Jewelry in Watsonville and see for yourself all they have to offer! n ••• Fatima’s Fine Jewelry: 307 Main Street, Suite #101, Watsonville, California 95076. Visit www.fatimasfinejewelry.com for more info. Phone: (831) 768-1887. Email: fatimas finejewelry@gmail.com.

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Ten Doctor-Recommended New Year’s Resolutions W ith the New Year upon us, you may be looking for resolutions that will help to keep you and your loved ones healthy and happy in the year ahead. “This is the perfect time of year to consider your personal goals, and how you can make positive health choices in the coming year,” says American Medical Association (AMA) President Barbara L. McAneny, M.D. “Small lifestyle changes today can have a lasting effect in improving your health.” To help you start the year off on the right foot, Dr. McAneny and the experts at the AMA are offering 10 recommendations to help you determine where you can make the most impactful, long-lasting improvements to your health. 1. Learn your risk for type 2 diabetes by taking the self-screening test at DoIHavePrediabetes.org. Steps you take now can help prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. 2. Be more physically active. Adults should do at least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity, or 75 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity activity. 3. Know your blood pressure numbers. Visit LowerYourHBP.org to better under-

stand your numbers and take necessary steps to get your high blood pressure — also known as hypertension — under control. Doing so will reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke. 4. Reduce your intake of processed foods, especially those with added sodium and sugar. Also reduce your consumption

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of sugar-sweetened beverages and drink more water instead. 5. If your health care professional determines that you need antibiotics, take them exactly as prescribed. Antibiotic resistance is a serious public health problem and antibiotics will not make you feel better if you have a virus, such as a cold or flu.

6. If consuming alcohol, do so in moderation as defined by the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans — up to one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men, and only by adults of legal drinking age. 7. Talk with your doctor about tobacco and nicotine use and quit. Declare your home and car smoke-free to eliminate exposure to secondhand smoke. 8. Pain medication is personal. If you are taking prescription opioids, follow your doctor’s instructions, store them safely to prevent diversion or misuse, and properly dispose of any leftover medication. 9. Make sure your family is up-to-date on their vaccines, including the annual influenza vaccine for everyone age six months or older. 10. Manage stress. A good diet and daily exercise are key ingredients to maintaining and improving your mental health, but don’t hesitate to ask for help from a friend or mental health professional when you need it. The lifestyle choices you make now will have long-lasting impacts. This New Year, prioritize your long-term health by forming great habits. n StatePoint Media

Leadership Santa Cruz County Launches Search for New Executive Director

ollowing the retirement announcement of long-time Executive Director David Vincent, today the Leadership Santa Cruz County organization announces that it has begun its search for a new Executive Director. The application deadline is January 25, 2019 and additional information is available on the Leadership Santa Cruz County website at www. leadershipsantacruzcounty.org. Vincent will remain in his role as Executive Director through June 2019, in order to complete the year with the current class (Class 34) and to facilitate the transition. The applicant is expected to be active and visible in the community

working with other government, business, and nonprofit organizations. This position requires strong organizational skills, planning and program development, group facilitation skills, budgeting, and knowledge of fundraising strategies. It is preferable that the applicant be a graduate of Leadership Santa Cruz County or a similar program. If interested in applying for the Executive Director position, please submit resume and a minimum of three references to: LMurphy@ cityofsantacruz.com. The Executive Director job description and additional information about Leadership Santa Cruz County is available on the organization’s website at www.leader shipsantacruzcounty.org.

Leadership Santa Cruz Board — Chairperson: Sondra Woods, Advertising Director, Santa Cruz Seaside Company; Vice Chairperson: Danny Reber, Executive Director, Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce; Secretary: Angela Alejandro, Principal Consultant, Scotts Valley Consulting, Inc.; Treasurer: Nicole Holtzinger, Branch Manager, Bay Federal Credit Union; Past Chair: Laura Owen, Branch Manager, Bay Federal Credit Union

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Talking With The Community

By Shannon Munz, Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Communications Specialist

ommunity conversations about how best to address the transportation needs of the county have been going on for decades, and as the county continues to grow, these conversations will become even more critical. According to the Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments, Santa Cruz County, already challenged by significant traffic congestion, is estimated to grow approximately 10 percent to over 300,000 residents by 2035. With this in mind, the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) has had to look at ways to address both the existing transportation problems and the future transportation needs of the county. Through the Unified Corridor Investment Study (UCS), the RTC has studied different sets of transportation projects to determine which projects should be prioritized along the county’s three main corridors – Highway 1, Soquel/ Freedom and the Santa Cruz Branch Rail Line. After nearly two years of study, the draft results of the UCS were released at the end of September. The UCS provides a rigorous analysis of how various groups of projects or scenarios advance the transportation goals for the Santa Cruz community by 2035. (The draft results and four scenarios studied can be found at www.sccrtc. org/ucs.) After wide public outreach to solicit community input on the transportation priorities for the county, RTC staff developed a Preferred Scenario, or preferred package of transportation projects for the county, which was presented to the RTC Board on Nov. 15. This Preferred Scenario is designed to promote the development of a sustainable transportation system that is reliable and efficient, protects the natural environment, provides economic vitality, and improves access for all users. The RTC frequently hears from community members that a range of transportation options is needed with meaningful auto, transit, bike and pedestrian improvements integrated together as part of the overall transportation system. The Preferred Scenario takes all of this into consideration and emphasizes regional projects that include highway improvements, bus service enhancements, passenger rail service, and significant bike and pedestrian improve-

ments including a multi-use pedestrian and bicycle trail within the existing rail right-of-way. ••• Breakdown of projects in the Preferred Scenario: Rail corridor (including rail service and bike/pedestrian improvements on the corridor): $635 million • Passenger rail service between Santa Cruz and Watsonville with local stops and an interregional connection at Pajaro Station: $340 million

• Bike and pedestrian rail trail: $283 million • Bus connections to rail: $12 million Highway 1: $264 million • Three auxiliary lanes (in addition to three lanes funded by Measure D): $142 million • Metering of on-ramps: $113 million • Buses on shoulders: $9 million. Soquel Ave/Drive/Freedom Blvd: $51 million • Intersection improvements for bicyclists and pedestrians: $31 million.

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• Buffered/protected bike lanes: $20 million. ••• The RTC is still seeking community input on the UCS Preferred Scenario. This input will be considered as they develop the final staff recommendation that will be presented to the RTC Board at the Jan. 17 RTC meeting. n ••• Deadlines for public comment to be submitted are: Jan. 16, 2019 12 p.m.: For consideration by the RTC commission in the action on the preferred scenario on Jan. 17, 2019. Community members can send input via email to ucs@sccrtc.org or postal mail to the RTC at 1523 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz 95060. If you have questions for the RTC or there are transportation-related issues you would like to see us cover, feel free to contact Shannon Munz, RTC Communications Specialist, at smunz@sccrtc.org. For more information on the RTC, visit sccrtc.org.

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Our New Year’s Resolution: Recharge and Replenishment

he Soquel Creek Water District’s New Year’s resolution for 2019 — and beyond — is recharge and replenishment of our groundwater supply. How do we plan to keep this resolution? With several exciting projects and strategies that are part of our Community Water Plan, and its overarching aim of preventing seawater intrusion into the community’s water supply. By achieving and maintaining protective levels for our groundwater basin, we will be able to hold back seawater, which has already been detected in a number of monitoring wells on the coastline. Our work over the next several years includes furthering development of purified water to recharge the underground aquifer, augmenting winter water demand by purchasing a small amount of treated surface water, when available, from the City of Santa Cruz, and of course always continuing to promote water conservation. Through numerous studies, data collection since the 1980s, and hydrological modeling, the District has determined that our water shortfall, or deficit, is about 1,500 acre-feet per year (1 acre foot of water = 325,851 gallons; so our water supply deficit is nearly half-a-billion gallons annually). We are resolved this new year and in future years to make real progress in solving our water challenge and securing a sustainable water future – and at the same time, we should all share a new year’s wish for good rainfall this winter! ••• The New Year’s Goals and New Activities ilot Testing Groundwater Recharge: As part of a State Grant under the Prop 1 Groundwater Program, a pilot test well will be constructed in early 2019 to gather important data about recharge and

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extraction rates related to replenishing the groundwater supply. The pilot well, on the property of Twin Lakes Church, will also provide for the collection of soil and groundwater samples for analysis of the aquifer’s condition. Pure Water Soquel, a groundwater replenishment and seawater intrusion prevention project that the District has been evaluating since 2015, will purify 1,500 acre-feet of water a year (or 1.3 million gallons a day) of secondary treated wastewater, bringing its quality up to drinking water standards. This project will recycle approximately 25% of the treated water that currently just gets discharged out to Monterey Bay. That purified water will then be piped to three recharge wells in the Aptos area, to bring the groundwater levels up to protective elevations/levels. This will also create a freshwater barrier in the aquifer to protect our mid-District area, where our most productive wells are located. On December 18, the Board certified the Final Environmental Impact Report and approved the Project and prioritized project development and siting for: tertiary treatment at the Santa Cruz Wastewater Treatment Facility (SCWWTF) and the advanced water purification (AWP) treatment at the Chanticleer Site; while also coordinating with the City of Santa Cruz on the potential to site the full advanced water purification treatment at the SCWWTF provided no delay occurs to project schedule; and recharge wells at Twin Lakes Church, Monterey Avenue, and Willowbrook Lane. Treated surface water purchase from the City of Santa Cruz. The District and the City of Santa Cruz recently opened the valve to allow treated river water to supply customers in a small portion of the western

part of the District. This is the first phase of a pilot project to determine the feasibility of larger-scale use of treated surface water. During this pilot project, the wells that supply that test area will be rested, to allow for natural recharge to take place. While helpful, this possible supplemental supply of water is limited since

surface water is dependent on rainfall and is not drought-proof; and, Santa Cruz is still in a “proof of concept” phase with their evaluation of aquifer storage and recovery to meet their own shortfall of water during drought times. “Water Wisdom” page 26

Year in Review

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1. Bundle of wheat 6. ____-been 9. Urban apartment 13. Peter, South of the border 14. In the manner of, French 15. Photo-editing color option 16. Chieftain 17. Not well 18. Lively 19. *Late McCain 21. *American Duchess 23. “Some Kind of Wonderful” actress Thompson 24. Your majesty

25. Floor cleaner 28. Greek portico 30. *Super Bowl champs 35. Swear, not curse 37. Place for an ace? 39. Type of newspaper 40. Bar order neither red nor white 41. *Halfpipe winner 43. Toothy wheel 44. Be needy 46. Hindu dress 47. Unfavorable prefix 48. Ballpark grub 50. Lion’s share 52. It can be red or black 53. Burden 55. Break bread 57. *First North Korean to cross Demilitarized Zone 60. *October disaster

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64. Acoustic output 65. In the past 67. Tanzania’s neighbor 68. Coral reef island 69. First off sinking ship? 70. Type of closet 71. Not there 72. Dashboard unit 73. Clear the board

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1. R&R destinations 2. Part of hemoglobin 3. “I Dream of Jeannie” star 4. “He’s ____ ____ nowhere man,” Beatles 5. Strong suit, pl. 6. Age of Aquarius flick 7. Nothing alternative 8. Game ragout

9. Onion’s kin 10. October stone 11. *CA’s Camp ____ 12. “Tit for ____” 15. Schmear 20. Often taken with a bible, pl. 22. Aretha’s first three 24. Arabic greetings 25. *”____ For Our Lives” 26. Convex molding 27. Suggest 29. Sounds of amazement 31. *Cooper’s leading lady 32. Property claims 33. Fill with spirits 34. *April missile strikes target 36. Make one’s way 38. EU unit 42. One born to Japanese immigrants

45. 10 to the power of 100 49. Bearded antelope 51. Take on, as in a project 54. Take gun away 56. Not our 57. Burlap fiber 58. Airy emanation 59. Cairo’s waterway 60. “Like a ____ to a flame” 61. *Starred with Blake in “A Simple Favor” 62. Some have them on the back of their head? 63. Swimmer’s row 64. Follows #29 Down, sing. 66. Year off © Statepoint Media

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Your January Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

Your mind is open to all the possibilities the world has to offer as January begins. If you’ve been resting on your past achievements and accomplishments, this is a time to think about changes. You can’t wait to get started! Your open-mindedness takes something of a turn mid-month, but you have what it takes to see a totally unique vision and run with it. Will you run up against obstacles? Maybe. But no one ever said trying to change would be easy. Late in the month your confidence is on the rise. You know you’re ready to start anything! Worry about how things will turn out later.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

Your thinking is very organized as the new year begins. This is the time to make sure those around you understand what your plans are, and how they can help you and you can help them move forward. Your feelings are pushing towards the surface mid-month, making it hard to deny how you’re feeling, not that there’s any reason you should. Still, blurting out new information to someone, especially your unknown feelings, may cause more drama than you’re hoping for, but it can still be better to unburden yourself. As January comes to a close, you find yourself in a self-reflective mood. A perfect time to take stock of your inner feelings and goals, and reflect on how to improve things moving forward.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

You can feel success brushing your fingertips as the new year begins. Important people will notice your competitive energy; making it a perfect time to move forward on a stalled project. You also feel courage you need to advance relationships to new and exciting levels. Later in January you find yourself better able to harness all that enthusiasm, producing positive, productive results for whatever you task yourself with. Late in the month your self-confidence is soaring to new heights. People around you are sure to notice and admire your feats. Anything goes!

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

The intensity of the end of the year bleeds out as January begins, leaving you in a much more playful, free-spirited mood. You might have a harder time focusing, but that’s okay when you’re just trying to have fun. Your focus has returned somewhat mid-month. You find challenges aplenty, but your optimistic mood keeps you in a good mood, even while you prepare for anything. Some long-lingering notions or plans seem to be coming to a head as the month comes to a close. You’ve shown some patience, and now you’re ready for the results.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Your mind is wide open as the new year begins, and it’s hard to keep those little kernels of knowledge to yourself. You welcome the chance to share your thoughts with others. You continue to find joy in knowledge as the month moves on, finding ease in uncovering secrets that cross your path. It won’t be surprising if you find some unusual ones; hopefully they’ll all be positive. As January comes to an end, you find yourself more focused on the practical, helping you finish that important project with or without fanfare. Knowing you did a good job is more than enough.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

The beginning of the new year is always a good time to set your goals; start small, with monthly tasks, then weekly tasks, etc., and form a solid plan to reach them. Leaving goals unfinished just leads to turmoil. Your creativity is rearing its head mid-January, setting you on a new path. But there’s no hurry here. Set a new goal and let it’s progress fit smoothly in with your other tasks. Late in the month your wanderlust peeks through, leading you to investigate something that comes across your senses. Whatever it is, you can’t wait to find the answer.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Your calm, no-nonsense demeanor is prevalent through the beginning of January. You have new tasks in front of you, and the easiest way to get them started is to stop, take a deep breath, and start. You find yourself motivated to be your best around the middle of the month, especially in light of some comment or compliment you receive from others. Still, you should only place so much importance on others opinion over your own self-worth. Late in the month you feel much more outgoing and chatty. Your opinion is front-and-center; easy to explain and explore. It’s also a great time if you have anything you want to sell!

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

As the new year begins, you find doors opening all around you. It may be hard to decide which, if any, you should walk through! There’s no rush to decide. Take the time to explore your options. You find relationships that are normally on pins and needles feeling a bit smoother around mid-month. If you hope to patch up some fractured friendships, or just meet some new people, this is probably a good time to try. As January comes to a close, you find yourself in a position to help someone else reach for the stars! Their fate, good or bad, could be in your hands.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

You are ready to make some major adjustments in your world at the start of the new year. You have some enchanting and difficult choices ahead of you, but what happens will be entirely in your hands. Your thoughts and decisions become easier to focus on mid-January. The better you feel about your choices, the brighter your future will likely be. You find you still have some big dreams as the month comes to a close. There’s no reason to give up on such dreams, even if you have to put them on hold. Make sure you leave room in your schedule to give them some love before moving on.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

Your energy is at its peak as January begins. This is the time to pull out those major tasks that may have been on hold, or take on that competitive challenge you’ve been putting off. Confidence and drive give you an undeniable edge. You may find yourself distracted by mysteries mid-month. It’s not unusual for you, but you may find others reacting poorly to your sudden interest in some potentially sensitive subjects. Your intensity remains as the month comes to a close. Your drive and emotion will be written in your face for all to see if you aren’t careful … assuming you want to be careful.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Everything seems aglow as the new year settles in. New is what you’re interested in. New people. New experience. New views. The positive energy abounds. Still, new is only shiny for so long. As you move through the month, your questions turn from new to why, but sometimes why is never answered. Accepting that truth will be helpful. Your energy seems to be waning as January comes to a close. Your instinct is to fight the need for solitude, but a day or two by yourself to recharge isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

The new year starts with goals being reached. Finally! It’s always nice when you receive the recognition you know you deserve. Now you can relax a bit, even though that goes against your nature. Mid-January finds you back hard at work, but be wary of distractions. Now is not the time for mindless repetition. Now is the time to challenge your brainpower! Tackle those difficult problems and keep your mind fresh. Your emotions are trying to poke through as the month comes to a close. Your instinct is to bottle them up, but it’s okay to let them have their moment in the sun.

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A Healthier Lifestyle T here isn’t a better time than now to start getting fit with health information and products so easily accessible. Simply incorporate the basics into your daily routine – good nutrition, adequate exercise and a daily supplement – and start down the path toward better health.

Plan a Nutritious Diet he Dietary Guidelines for Americans describes a healthy diet as one that emphasizes fruits, vegetables, lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, nuts, whole grains and fat-free or low-fat milk products. It should be low in saturated fats, trans fats cholesterol, salt and added sugar. • Warm weather makes fresh produce easily accessible. Eat more fruits and vegetables by setting freshly washed and prepared produce on the kitchen counter or at eye level in the fridge. At every meal, make sure half your plate is made up of fruit and vegetable servings. • One-fourth of your plate at every meal should be made up of grains, such as wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal or barley. People who eat whole grains as part of a healthy diet have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases. • The remaining one-fourth of your plate should be lean or low-fat cuts of meat, plant based protein or seafood.

Get Regular Exercise he department of Health and Human Services recommends an adequate

amount of exercise every day. This guide can point you to the right amount of exercise to add to your schedule: • Get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity every week. For best results, spread the time out over several days. • Do strength training exercised at least twice a week. Lifting weights builds muscle, which means the body burns more calories – even at rest. • It’s important to keep in mind that when people are active they produce more free radicals. The antioxidants found in supplements can help buffer the negative effects of the workout.

Improving your diet, exercising regularly, taking a daily supplement and getting enough restorative sleep are all important steps to overall wellness. Work to incorporate each step into your daily routine until you reach your goal of good health. n

“Water Wisdom” from page 25 What can you do in your own home to help recharge the aquifer? It’s always best to reduce and minimize impermeable paving in your yard to allow water to “pass through,” and to slow, spread, and sink rainwater into the ground. You can also collect rainwater and store that moisture to use in your garden. Here are some websites for tips on rainwater harvesting, and other things you can do in our garden or landscaping to save water and support the aquifer: www.watersavingtips.org (click on Resources and Yard and Garden Resources) www.santacruz.watersavingplants.com (click on Resources) www.green-gardener.org (click on About and Rainwater Harvesting) The District even has a rebate to help pay for you to install a rainwater down-

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spout re-direct — this will re-direct and slow the flow of rainwater that runs off of your roof, helping promote infiltration and groundwater recharge. Visit soquelcreekwater.org/conservingwater and click on Rebates. Here’s to a happy, healthy, and vibrant New Year! May we join together in being groundwater guardians in 2019 to protect and preserve our precious water supply. n

HEALTH & FITNESS

Five tips for coping with Chronic Pain P ain can impact nearly every aspect of your daily life from cleaning the house to going to work of playing with your kids. In fact, according to the Institute of Medicine, 100 million Americans, or more than 30 percent of the population of the United States, suffer from chronic pain, which is pain lasting 3-6 months or longer. Most often, chronic pain is treated using prescription opioids. However, the National Institutes of Health estimates 2 million people in the U.S. suffer from substance use disorders related to prescription pain relievers, while 60 people die every day as a result of opioid overdoses, according to the National Safety Council. “The country is facing intertwined crises of opioid misuse and chronic pain management. Non-opioid, non-pharmacological treatments such as acupuncture and other similar interventions can be essential in handling patients’ pain management as a complete lessen dependency on opioid prescriptions and serve as a more effective holistic therapy for chronic pain,” said Dr. Kory Ward-Cook chief executive officer for the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). “The care provided by NCCAOM National Board-certified Acupuncturists is essential in continuing the movement toward greater integrative and complementary pain care, especially as a non-pharmaceutical alternative to harmful opioid prescriptions.”

To help treat your pain with a nonopioid solution, consider these tips: Set Goals for Yourself etting realistic, measurable goals that focus on functional health and quality of life is essential to managing chronic pain. Outline specific measurable goals you hope to achieve, such as exercising 30 minutes three days a week or cleaning at least one room in the house twice a week and track your progress toward reaching them.

Use Relaxation Techniques here are a variety of techniques including meditation and deep breathing, that can help your body relax by slowing breathing, lowering blood pressure and instilling feeling of well-being. Giving your muscles a chance to relax can release tension, which may ease pain. Practicing yoga or tai chi, which involves a series of physical postures in addition to breathing and relaxation techniques, may also help reduce pain. Consider Non-Pharmaceutical Treatment Options ith concerns mounting about the prevalence of opioid use and abuse in the U.S., complementary, natural treatments such as acupuncture can help alleviate pain and reduce the number of opioids prescribed. Using practices derived from traditional Chinese medicine acupuncturists stimulate specific points on the body, most often by inserting thin needles through the skin. For example, National Board-Certifies Acupuncturists whose credentials can be verified through the NCCAOM, are affirmed to have the education and training necessary to competently deliver acupuncture services. Focus on Nutrition well-balanced diet is vital to overall health and well-being and can also influence chronic pain. As food choices can increase of decrease inflammation, which leads to many chronic diseases, consider a diet low in sugar and carbohydrates that includes fresh, organic fruits

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and vegetables; lean grass-fed meats; legumes; nuts; whole grains; and organic dairy products. Keep Track of Progress o effectively manage and treat your pain, consider keeping a journal to note your pain level on a scale of 1-10 each day. Also track your activity during the day – including time on your feet, exercise and even sitting at your desk – so you can identify patterns based on what you do and how you feel afterward. Then use the connections you’ve made to modify your environment and schedule as necessary. n

“The country is facing intertwined crises of opioid misuse and chronic pain management. Non-opioid, non-pharmacological treatments such as acupuncture and other similar interventions can be essential in handling patients’ pain management as a complete lessen dependency on opioid prescriptions and serve as a more effective holistic therapy for chronic pain.” — Dr. Kory Ward-Cook, chief executive officer for the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Wednesday February 20 2019 “GROW YOUR BUSINESS” BUSINESS SHOWCASE 4 – 7 pm, Seascape Golf Club, 610 Clubhouse Drive, Aptos How will you grow your business in 2019? The annual Business Showcase brings key members of the community together to connect, learn, and give opportunities for local businesses to inspire, while working together in a variety of creative ways. Each year, the Business Showcase provides you with the opportunity to make face-to-face connections with thousands of potential customers and fellow businesses. The event is promoted through local newspapers, radio stations, and KSBW TV. A free exhibitor seminar will also be held to help you MAXIMIZE this great marketing opportunity on Thursday, February 7th from 11:50am -1:15pm at the Aptos History Museum. The Business Showcase makes marketing your business easy. There is so much more that you can take advantage of by becoming a sponsor. Sponsorship levels include marketing packages designed to more fully promote your business name and reputation. At the top sponsorship level your company’s name and logo will be showcased in all promotion including television and radio. You will have more space, first choice of location, exclusive promotional decorations, and many other opportunities. This is a once-a-year opportunity to increase your customer base for the coming year and beyond, by attracting new customers and reminding old customers to return. Sponsorship has its rewards — Extra recognition for your business, extra promotion, and better locations! (831) 475-6522 • https://master.capitolachamber.com/ events/details/business-showcase-2551

Grey Bears: Every Monday and Friday is $10-a-bag book sale. Fill up a shopping bag with books for only $10! Thousands of titles for $1.50 or less: cookbooks, gardening, sci-fi, mysteries, classics and all sorts of fiction and nonfiction. Non-profit Grey Bears has served our community for 45 years. Grey Bears provides recycling services and accepts books and other donations for our thrift stores. Proceeds benefit our Brown Bag Program, distributing nutritious food to 3,900 seniors every week.

and to register. No cost to attend. www.womencaresantacruz.org Mondays & Wednesdays ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION Alzheimer’s Association has free support groups for family caregivers at 1777-A Capitola road. 2nd & 4th Mondays 2-3:30pm facilitated by Jill Ginghofer, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 5:30-7pm facilitated by Francie Newfield & Kathleen McBurney. Call 800 272 3900 for more information.

Weekdays CASA ORIENTATIONS TO BECOME ADVOCATES FOR Tuesdays CHILDREN BINGO CASA empowers volunteers to directly influence life-changing decisions affecting children in foster care. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or neglected. More info www.casaof santacruz.org or call (831) 7612956 XT.102

Mondays OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING 7 - 8 pm, Soquel Congregational Church, Ann Hutchinson Room, 4951 Soquel Dr., Soquel Do you have a problem with compulsive over- or undereating? Anorexia? Bulimia? Compulsive exercising? You are not alone. Drop into a free, friendly OA 12-Step meeting with the solution. All are welcome! For information on other meetings in Santa Cruz County: www. 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell St. santacruzoa.org/meetings BINGO EVERY TUESDAY. Buy-in begins at $21. The Snack Bar is open with goodies and dinner CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP specials. 12-1 p.m., PAMF, 2850 Commercial Crossing, Santa Cruz WRITING/DISCUSSION MEETING Katz Cancer Center, PAMF and Hospice of Santa 6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church, Gazebo Room, Cruz County invite you to attend a Caregiver 10707 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 (At Hwy One and Support Group for those caring for someone with a Freedom Blvd) serious illness. When a loved one is seriously ill, Do you have a problem with food? Please check out our it can be a challenge for the entire family. In this free, friendly 12-Step support group with the solution. ongoing support group, we will share stories, learn All teens and adults welcome! For current times and locations of other meetings: www. tools for coping and receive support from people santacruzoa.org/meetings. Or call our Hotline at (831) who care. Contact Hospice of Santa Cruz County Grief Support Program. 429-7906. (831) 430-3078 BUSINESS DEBTORS ANONYMOUS 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, 532 ANNOUNCEMENTS Second and Fourth Mondays Center Street, Santa Cruz. SANTA CRUZ CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP ACTORS’ THEATRE PRESENTS: EIGHT 10’S @ 8:00 We specifically focus on recovering from debting on Jan 4 thru Feb 3, Center Stage, 1001 Center Street Santa Cruz 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s Association, 550 Water one’s business. The annual 10-minute play festival is one of the most Street, Ste. L2, Santa Cruz For more information: 831-425-3272. anticipated and popular events of the theatre season If you have a family member who has been Tuesdays & Wednesdays in Santa Cruz! Sixteen awarded-winning short plays, diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUPS from our annual international play writing contest, are dementia, a caregiver support group can offer you performed and directed by some of the best the Santa an opportunity to find out more about available com- Monarch Services offers a safe space to meet Cruz theatre community has to offer. The Festival other survivors of domestic violence, sexual munity resources, learn from others who are going presents 8 short plays on “A” Night, and 8 different plays through similar experiences, and obtain additional assault, and human trafficking survivors, and to on “B” Night, running in repertoire. educational materials. Open to family members, no listen or share experiences. Childcare provided Visit www.sccat.org for show times and ticket availability, or on site. fee. call 800-838-3006 for more information. Spanish – Tuesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m. Servicios For more information about this and other support groups Monarca, 233 E. Lake Avenue, Watsonville (831) VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE MONTEREY SYMPHONY in the area, please call 800.272.3900 722-4532 English – Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m. Monarch The Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you Mondays & Tuesdays Services, 1590 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz (831) love music and want to be involved, please call (831) WOMENCARE ARM-IN-ARM 425-4030 646-8511 or visit www.montereysymphony.org for more 12:30 - 2 p.m. For more information, visit www.monarchscc.org information. WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM support group for Second Wednesdays women with advanced, recurrent and metastatic ONGOING EVENTS cancers. Meets weekly Mondays & Tuesdays, with SANTA CRUZ SONS IN RETIREMENT MONTHLY MEETING a separate meeting every First and Third Tuesday Daily every month. Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. SANTA CRUZ ‘USED’ BOOKSHOP Registration required. Call 457-2273 for more information This statewide group of retired men invites you to be 10 am- 3 pm 2710 Chanticleer Ave. Santa Cruz 28 / January 2019 / Capitola Soquel Times www.tpgonlinedaily.com

our guest at our monthly luncheon. You’ll meet kindred spirits, have a fine lunch and learn something new from a top notch guest speaker. Cost: $18. RSVP at 479-7096

Second and Fourth Wednesdays WELLNESS ON THE CANCER JOURNEY 11-12:30 pm, Old Soquel Plaza Learn how to safely support your body and emotions through the journey of Cancer — from diagnosis to softening the impact of chemo, radiation, and recovering well from surgery. We’ll address nausea, low energy, weakness, digestion, immune support, grief, stress and more. Feel free to bring your partner or care team to this free class. Please come fed; water is available. Limited Seats. Please register all attendees on Eventbrite — Wellness on the Cancer Journey or call 831-254-3270 to RSVP. Address given upon registration receipt. ADHD SUPPORT GROUP 6:30-8 p.m., Aptos Fire Station, 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos The Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay Branch of CHADD hosts monthly support group meetings for anyone who would like to learn more about ADHD or has questions or concerns. Come share with those who understand. Second Wednesdays’ meeting is for parents of children, teens, and young adults with ADHD. The group for adults with ADHD, spouses, partners of someone with ADHD meets fourth Wednesdays of every month. Contact: Judy Brenis, jbbrenis@comcast.net, or call 831818-9619. Last Wednesdays Each Month SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource Center, 3150 Mission Drive Santa Cruz County Prostate Cancer Support Group has been an active group for over 20 years in the community. First meeting of 2018 will be February 28th. Thursdays LUCKY STEPPERS MODERN SQUARE DANCE 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La Selva Beach, CA 95076 It’s fun and easy to do! Friendship put to music; family friendly. Class takes place every Thursday Night at our new home in La Selva Beach! (Take Mar Monte off of Hwy 1, turns into Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) For more information, contact Sue Harris or Don Benson at (831) 726-7053 or e-mail at caller4u@att.net.

FRIENDSHIP PUT TO MUSIC! 6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. Classes every Thursday night. For more information call Sue Harris or Don Benson (831) 726-7053 or email at caller4u@att.net SAN LORENZO COMMUNITY BAND PRACTICE SESSIONS 7:30-9 p.m., San Lorenzo Valley High School Band Room (F-1) The San Lorenzo Valley Community Band meets every Thursday at SLV High School. Dues are $30 a semester. You must read music. Call Teresa at 336-8637.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH BIBLE STUDY 9:45 a.m: Bible Study 11 a.m.: Worship 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos First Baptist Church of Aptos welcomes you to join their bible study and worship every Sunday. Call (831) 688-5842 for more info

ONGOING EVENTS cont. Second and Fourth Thursdays CABRILLO HOST LIONS CLUB MEETINGS 6:30 p.m., Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Road. Want to make a difference in our community? Join the Cabrillo Lions Club twice every month and see what you can do to help in Santa Cruz County. Please RSVP cabrillolions@gmail.com

Third Sunday of Every Month SCIENCE SUNDAY Starts at 1 p.m., 100 Shaffer Road, Santa Cruz, 95060 Seymour Marine Discovery Center presents a public lecture from a marine scientist the third Sunday of every month. Topics are presented in an entertaining and easy-to-understand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion. Science Sunday does not meet in December. For more info visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

Last Thursdays each month MONTHLY ARGENTINE TANGO AT STAR BENE ITALIAN/ARGENTINE RESTARANTE 4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene Italian/Argentene Restarante, 21245 East Cliff Dr. This is a night for true “Social Tango.” Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene Argentine Menu, (or their well known italian menu), and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina and join us in a social tango dance to music from the Golden Age of Tango. Private instruction and classes by arrangement. For more information, call Michael (831) 239-2247. Fridays NAR-ANON SCOTTS VALLEY 6:30 p.m., Camp Recovery Center (Bison Center Room), 3192 Glen Canyon Road, Scotts Valley. Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar problems, talk about how they cope and find recovery. To locate additional times and locations of meetings, please go to our website at www.nar-anon.org.

DATED EVENTS Friday January 11 thru Sunday January 13

WOMEN’S ADVENTURE FILM TOUR

DROP-IN GRIEF SUPPORT Saturday January 26 12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz County, two locations: 7 – 9:30 p.m. Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz, CA, 95062 940 Disc Dr., SV • 85 Nielson St., Watsonville The Women’s Adventure Film Tour features some of the world’s most inspiring women in adventure. This tour Hospice of Santa Cruz County is offering a drop-in grief is a celebration of the fantastic women around us who are doing extraordinary things. The Tour is presented support group for adults grieving the death of a family by Adventure Film Tours and She Went Wild. member or a friend. This group is a place where you can Get tickets at https://www.womensadventurefilmtour.com/new-events/2019/1/26/santa-cruz share stories, learn tools for coping, and receive support from people who care. For more information, please call (831) 430-3000. PreFRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB Second Saturdays Each Month registration is required. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Peace United Church of Christ at 900 2ND SATURDAY ON THE FARM High Street, Santa Cruz 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Ag History Project Center at the Santa Cruz First Fridays each month Curious about Shakespeare? The Friday Shakespeare County Fairgrounds FIRST FRIDAY ART TOUR Club members discuss the life, times, and influence of Join us every 2nd Saturday on the Farm for free William Shakespeare. family activities. Each month we select a new For information, call 831-684-2832, or go to fridayshaketheme to highlight historical agriculture with speare.org or facebook.com/fridayshakespeare. games, activities, and demonstrations that relate. We often have guest appearances from farm FRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB animals like llamas, draft horses, sheep, goats, OF SANTA CRUZ chickens, rabbits, and more! You are sure to find 10 am - noon, Peace United Church, 909 High Street something fun and entertaining for the whole This is the oldest women’s club in Santa Cruz. The club family. meets to study the life, works and times of William Check our website and Facebook page for more details. Shakespeare. Members share group readings and FREE insights, discuss history, and universal themes found in Sundays his plays and writings. NAR-ANON SANTA CRUZ For more information please call 831-684-2832 6:30 p.m., Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center (Sutter The First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute Fridays thru Sundays Room), 2900 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz of Contemporary Arts event, managed in conPLEIN AIR WATERCOLOR Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for junction with the participating art venues. The PAINTINGS EXHIBITION families and friends of addicts. There are no event takes place year-round and illuminates Noon-10 p.m., Mutari Chocolate House and Factory, 504 Front dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You some of the most talented local artists from local Street, Santa Cruz will hear others, who are going through similar galleries. problems, talk about how they cope and find Aptos Artist David Pfost’s plein air watercolor To find out where to participate in a First Friday art tour, visit recovery. paintings of Santa Cruz County landscapes are on firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most galleries are open 12-9 pm for exhibit. To locate additional times and locations of meetings, First Friday viewings.) please go to our website at www.nar-anon.org. Exhibit open until the end of December. 29 / January 2019 / Capitola Soquel Times www.tpgonlinedaily.com

45TH ANNUAL SANTA CRUZ FUNGUS FAIR: MUSHROOMS AS MEDICINE Louden Nelson Center 301 Center Street Santa Cruzm Ca 95060 Did you know that without fungus, we’d have no bread, cheese, beer, or wine? Or that anti-cholesterol medicine was developed from mushrooms? Come to the Santa Cruz Fungus Fair to learn all there is to know about the fascinating world of mushrooms. The three-day event features hundreds of species of local fungi presented in a unique fashion, and draws thousands of visitors each year. The Fair showcases speakers, cooking demonstrations, a special Kids’ Room, and a taxonomy panel for identification of fungi. Many books and mushroom-related items are available for sale, as are wild mushroom delicacies. Fun for all ages! Visit http://ffsc.us for hours and more information, or call 831-222-0000

Saturday January 26 Sunday January 27 SANTA CRUZ SYMPHONY: ENLIGHTENMENT Sat: 7:30 – 10 pm, Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium 307 Church Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Sun: 2 – 4:30 pm, Henry J. Mello Center for the Performing Arts 250 E. Beach Street Watsonville, CA 95076 Santa Cruz Symphony with Music Director Daniel Stewart performs Mozart’s Symphony No. 40, Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Theme Variations with Jeremy Tai and the World Premiere by local composer John Wineglass. Visit santacruzsymphony.org or call 831-420-0560 for more information

Thursday February 21 thru Sunday February 24 BANFF CENTRE MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR 7 – 10 p.m., Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz, CA, 95062 Journey to exotic locations, paddle with the wildest waters, and climb the highest peaks. Get your tickets today and be taken away to the most captivating places on earth. For more information visit recreation.ucsc.edu or call (831) 459-2806. Tickets available online at brownpapertickets.com beginning December 15 or in person at the Bicycle Trip (cash or check only). n

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our small business may be considering selling your products through Amazon. After all, they are the world’s #1 online retailer and 3rd largest retailer — closing in on Walmart. Amazon is regularly in the news — from their purchase of Whole Foods in August of 2017, to their purchase of PillPak Online Pharmacy in July of 2018. With their very visible biddingwar campaign to select the city for their 2nd headquarters, it’s hard not to be aware of their aggressiveness. But before you consider a partnership with Amazon, there may be a few things worthy of your consideration. If you have a local store where you support the local community, your supportive customers may end up finding your products for sale on Amazon, and then potentially shop less frequently at your physical location. It’s likely that your current storefront also employs a number of people who depend on the sales from your business for their livelihood.

By Ron Kustek

As so many people use Amazon for their online purchases, you may end up trading out a portion of sales from your local physical store when selling online through Amazon. If there are shipping or product quality issues, your local customers may choose to bring the product back to your store to address the problem, and it will be up to you to determine if Amazon may have caused the damage to your item if they used faulty handling or packaging in their shipping. But it goes a bit further than that. You see, Amazon is a data-driven company, and the wealth of information they have about the person who buys your product online is likely better information about your customer than you have. Amazon can cross-reference every purchase that person makes, and be able to generate a profile of that customer, all for the benefit of Amazon. If another seller on Amazon sells a similar product for less than you do, then Amazon will likely promote

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that seller’s item to the customer, so that the customer feels they are getting a better deal on a similar product, all thanks to their friends at Amazon who are looking out for them by providing the lowest cost options available. And have you heard about Amazon’s 4-star store they opened in New York this past September? It’s a 4,000 sq. ft. mini-variety store featuring products chosen by Amazon, and only those that have obtained a minimum 4-star rating on Amazon. Products range from kitchen appliances to books, gifts, toys, and of course, Alexa enabled devices. Oh yes, there are also products from Amazon Basics. Remember we said that Amazon is a data-driven company? Well Amazon Basics are all Amazon-branded products ‘made’ by Amazon and only sold by Amazon. So, if your company created and sold a coffee press on Amazon that people loved, it’s likely that Amazon analyzed all your reviews, including the improvements that customers may have wanted — and then created a coffee press of their own, with the improvements — in order to have their brand and product sell better than yours — both in the store and on the Amazon website! It’s also likely they are able to sell their ‘Amazon Basics’ coffee press for less than you can make and ship it to an Amazon warehouse — and also likely their “Amazon Basics” item also includes Alexa as an added feature! Amazon is an amazing online sales platform that expands your online distribution opportunities — as well as being everyone’s competitor. Amazon is a great business that benefits Amazon — even if in the short-run they are able to help you expand the sales of your business. It can be a worthwhile ‘partner’ — but be sure you are working with experts who know how Amazon operates, so that you don’t find yourself fully dependent upon their company for the existence of yours. n ••• Ron Kustek a business instructor at Cabrillo College.

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room. Hannah is also good about using her litter box! If you are a rabbit fan, come meet gentle and loving Hannah today! Hannah is a brown and white spayed female rabbit To adopt your new friend, visit one of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter locations, or their website at www.scanimalshelter.org. n ••• Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location (Public Entrance): 1001 Rodriguez St., Santa Cruz, 95062 Hours: Daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Watsonville Location: 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076  Hours: Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed 12-1) Closed on Sunday SCCAS Main line: 831-454-7200. Animal Control: 831-454-7227. After-Hours Emergency: 831-471-1182

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n milder climates of California, where many of us expect at least a few flowers to bloom right through winter, autumn foliar color and colorful winter berries are not appreciated quite as much as they are where autumn and winter arrive earlier, and are cool enough to prevent lingering bloom. Coincidentally, the same mild weather that allows winter bloom here also limits autumn foliar color. However, mild autumn and winter weather does not inhibit the production of the various winterberries. Such berries can either provide extra color while bloom might be scarce, or at least keep migrating and overwintering birds well fed while trying to do so. Many of us actually grow colorful berries more to keep wildlife happy than to provide color. Some enjoy using them like cut flowers. It is no coincidence that most colorful berries that ripen in winter are small, red, and profuse. Just like flowers use color to attract pollinators, many types of fruits use color to attract the birds that eat them and subsequently disperse their seed. Bright red happens to work best for that purpose, although there are other options. Small berries happen to be easy for birds to grab and go with.

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Most of the specie that provide winterberries are related, within the family of Rosaceae, and most are evergreen shrubs. Of these, firethorn, which is also known by its Latin name of Pyracantha, is the most familiar and most prolific with berry production. The various specie and cultivars of Cotoneaster are not nearly as bold with their berries, but provide a bit more variety of plant form. English hawthorn and related hawthorns happen to be small deciduous trees that defoliate in winter to leave their ripe berries exposed. Incidentally, as their names imply, both firethorn and the various hawthorns are unpleasantly thorny. The native toyon is a big evergreen shrub that can get almost as big as the smaller hawthorns, and has the potential to be pruned up as a small tree. Hollies are not related to the others, and although very traditional, are unreliable for berry production locally. English hawthorn, the first specie to be imported to North America from Europe was utilitarian plant that produced fruits, vegetables or other horticultural products. English hawthorn, Crataegus laevigata, was likely one of the first ornamental specie to be imported merely because those who were familiar with it appreciated the delightful white spring bloom and the rich red berries in autumn and winter. The biggest trees should not get much higher than second story eaves, but the handsomely coarse texture of the bark, furrowed trunks and almost oaken foliar texture make these relatively small trees seem rather grand. Unfortunately, the stems, are quite thorny. The lobed leaves are about one or two inches long and wide, and might turn orange in autumn. The trusses of small white flowers that bloom in spring resemble those of pear, and like pear bloom, produce a musky fragrance that some might find objectionable. Some cultivars and hybrids bloom with less fragrant pink, double pink or double red flowers. Some produce orange or yellow berries. If birds do not take them quickly, the pendulous trusses of berries can last into winter. n ••• Gardening Guidance columnist, Tony Tomeo can be contacted at https://tonytomeo.com

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