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34th Annual Open Studios

Free self-guided art tour featuring 300 artists opening their studios to the public throughout Santa Cruz County this October, join us for the 34th annual Open Studios Art Tour, a free self-guided tour that invites the public into 300 artist studios working in dozens of mediums across Santa Cruz County.

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Fifth Annual Capitola Plein Air Wednesday, Oct. 30 thru Sunday, Nov. 3

The City of Capitola Art & Cultural Commission is delighted to host the fifth annual Capitola Plein Air, juried art competition, exhibition, and sale. This is a FREE event, with hands-on art making for all visitors, live music, and forty local and regional artists selling their works and competing for the top prize.

Dozens of professional artists will paint en plein air

in varied mediums, outdoors, throughout Capitola, at locations including New Brighton Beach, Depot Hill, the Esplanade, and the Jewel Box. The best in show will be purchased for $1,500, and displayed as part of the City of Capitola’s public art collection. An $800 second place prize and other ribbons will be awarded. ... continues on page 4

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Community News 2019 ‘Drive for Schools’ Now Underway Measure J Home-Opportunity Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza Turns 25, By Lori Landino • Community Observance of the 30th Anniversary of the Loma Prieta Earthquake 8 Cabrillo Refinancing Saves for Local Taxpayers • Bay Federal Credit Union Named Top Work Environment 9 Cabrillo Refinancing Saves for Local Taxpayers • 53 Rabbits Rescued from Property: SCCAS Offers $25 Rabbit Adoption Special 10 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month: American College of Physicians Recommendations New Screening Procedures • Two Openings on Mental Health Board • Sanitation Work Capitola/Jewel Box Sewer Replacement Project • Rotary Beach Cleanup 14 Remembering ‘Water Princess’ 19 Rally Your Spirit this October: Presented by Inner Light Ministries Friday, Oct. 18 and Saturday, Oct. 19

Open Studios • Pages 12, 13 12 County’s 34th Annual Open Studios: Visit Artists Over The First Three Weekends In October 13 Seven Ideas for an Unforgettable Open Studios Experience, By Molly Ressler

Local Sports 17 Mid-County High Schools Scoreboard

Letter to the Editor 21 Increase in Water Rates, from Kris Kirby

Monthly Horoscope • Page 26 – Your November Horoscope Community Calendar • Arts & Entertainment – Pages 28, 29

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Featured Columnists Autumn’s Arrival for Our Animals, By Tiffany L. Mitchener, DVM The Flu, 2019-2020, By Ron Conte, Pharm.D. How to Create a Girl’s STEM-Friendly Project Space in Your Home, By Trish Allison 26 Get Cool Season Vegetables Going, By Tony Tomeo 30 Protecting our Bay, By Supervisor Zach Friend

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“Plein Air” from page 1 Art sales benefit SPECTRA and arts education in The Soquel Union School District. This event is FREE to the public. All are welcome!

Artists for 2019 Mike Allison • Sally Bookman • Wendy Brayton • Tanvi Buch • Bonni Carver • Sandra Cherk • John Crawford • Wendy G. Franklin • Victoria Galitzine • Jon Golling • Annie Haines • Bruce Harman • Sterling Hoffmann • Franklin Lei • Suzi Long • Oscar Lopez • Heather Ihn Martin • Marie Massey • Kristian Matthews • Annette Dion McGowan • Fernando Micheli • Mark Monsarrat • Gia Moody • Sara Mordecai • Michael Mote • Deborah Newman • Joe Ortiz • Justin Owens • Erika Perloff • Chris Potter • Paul Rickard • Kari Ganoung Ruiz • Bonnie Joy Sedlak • Julia Munger Seelos • Al Shamble • Nancy Takaichi • Donna Theresa • Cleo Vilett • Marti Walker • Durre Waseem Event Schedule Paint Out: Oct. 30 – Nov. 2 he competition kicks off Wednesday!

Watch 40 artists paint all around Capitola! Keep an eye out for easels as artists begin to capture the beauty of our landscape.

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Quick Draw & Sale: Saturday, Nov. 2 10 a.m. —2 p.m.: All artists are required to paint during this time. They have a window of time (2 hours) to create art. The public is invited to view them in action!

They will have a booth set up in the Esplanade near Capitola Beach with a map that shows where all the artists plan to

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2018 first-place winner Wendy Brayton: Good Morning Capitola paint that day.

Come say hello! Paintings will be displayed and for sale. Enjoy live music by Alex Lucero.

Exhibition & Sale: Sunday, Nov. 3 11 a.m. — 4 p.m.: Exhibition at New Brighton Middle School Performing Arts Center (250 Washburn Ave.) Free Admission!

More than 100-framed paintings

will be on display for the competition, exhibition, and sale. The public is invited to vote for the People’s Choice Award and enjoy the exhibition, live music, and hands-on art making.

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2019 ‘Drive for Schools’ Now Underway

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rive for Schools, Santa Cruz County’s largest school fundraiser, is now underway throughout the county.

Over 70 schools in Santa Cruz County are selling tickets to raise money for school programs while giving the community an opportunity to win a new car, cash prizes, merchandise and gift certificates from local businesses. Each school keeps all the money they raise, with no overhead costs.

Sponsored by the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Toyota of Santa Cruz and Subaru of Santa Cruz, this year’s Drive for Schools Grand Prize winner will get to choose a new car (Toyota Prius LE or Subaru Cross trek) or $25,000 in cash. Other prizes include ten $1,000 cash prizes; overnight stays at fancy hotels, and gift certificates for valuable merchandise and local restaurants.

The public can purchase tickets from school volunteers through October 20. Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $25. Drive for Schools tickets include a coupon to park for free at the Boardwalk on October 27 for the prize drawing. Winners need not be present to win.

Drive for Schools has raised $6.1 million dollars for local schools since 2005. Schools use Drive for Schools funds for art, music,

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The largest school fundraiser in Santa Cruz County, Drive for Schools is sponsored

by Subaru of Santa Cruz, Toyota of Santa Cruz and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk who share the cost of the new car and other cash prizes and donate employee time to organize the fundraiser. Dozens of local businesses donate valuable prizes for the event.

Hundreds of school volunteers coordinate their school’s ticket sales. Tickets and posters are printed by Mission Printers in Santa Cruz. n ••• Visit www.beachboardwalk.com/drivefor schools for a list of participating schools, prizes, rules and ticket information.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Measure J Home-Opportunity T he County of Santa Cruz welcomes qualified homebuyers to participate in a Measure J home-buying process for a large, centrally located family residence.

Suitable for households of 5-9 members, the lottery is open to pre-qualified buyers who meet certain income and purchasing requirements, including being a first-time homebuyer, living or working in Santa Cruz County for a minimum of 60 days, and earning at or below moderate household income limits.

The 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family Live Oak home was built in 2003 and includes a large backyard. The anticipated sales price of $449,448 is approximately half (or less) than the market value for comparable homes. Any purchase would be subject to future Measure J deed restrictions.

All prospective buyers are required to complete a pre-application form and submit a loan pre-qualification letter to the Santa Cruz County Planning Department

between October 1-7. Buyers must also be qualified for a conventional, fixed-rate, 30-year mortgage of at least 70 percent of the purchase price of the home, and have sufficient funds for down payment and closing costs. A minimum down payment of 3 percent of the purchase price is required, up to 50 percent of which can be gift funds.

A random drawing will be held at 4:30 p.m. on October 11, 2019 at 701 Ocean Street, 4th Floor. Applicants will be notified of their ranking within three days of the drawing and are not required to attend the drawing.

If selected, completion of a First Time Home Buyer Class before close of escrow will be required.

For additional eligibility criteria including income limits, go to: https://www.sccoplanning.com/ PlanningHome/Housing/MeasureJAffordableHousingP rogram.aspx n ••• For more info: www.santacruzcounty.us

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Daniel Monte, and his mother, Doris Sylvia Monte, opened up two grocery stores together. Their first was Lady Fair Market in San Jose, which was named for Doris and her blond hair. She worked at that store for over 20 years doing the books, checking, and stocking groceries.

The store of their dreams, Deluxe Foods of Aptos, was opened in 1977.

Once again, Doris was the head checker and worked in the office until she and Rudy retired. The success of that business allowed the family to eventually establish the Monte Foundation.

It was a coming together of two generations to make a difference in our community.

According to Marc, the Rudolph Monte Foundation is named after his late grandfather and Deluxe Foods of Aptos is the cornerstone of the Monte family generosity.

In 1996, The Monte Foundation made history with the Fireworks Extravaganza, the first-ever countywide school fundraiser.

“So many shows, lighting up the sky and bringing smiles to children and parents alike from all over the county,” Marc said. “The millions raised has gone to so many schools, teams, fields, score boards, skate board parks, libraries, hosLynne Jay and Marc Monte hold a painting of a past Monte Foundation Fire- pitals, SPCA — the works Extravaganza. list goes on and on.

he Monte Foundation’s annual Firework Extravaganza will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary on Sunday, October 13 at 8 p.m. with an amazing display off the Capitola wharf that you will have to see to believe.

Dedicated to the children of Santa Cruz County, the Monte Foundation has been raising money for schools, sports fields, a family skate park and now the Capitola Library.

“It is hard to believe that twenty five years have passed since I started the Monte Foundation and came up with the thought of doing a fireworks show for our community while sitting on Capitola Beach having a beer with my best friend Doug Austin,” said Marc Monte, Director of The Monte Foundation.

It all began for the Monte Family when Marc’s dad, Rudolph (Rudy)

I appreciate all the help I have received from the business community, the police, firemen, State of California, City of Capitola, and all the volunteers over the years.”

So pack a snack, bring your beach or camping chair, bring a friend and/ or your family and head for Capitola Beach, the wharf, or the bluffs surrounding Capitola by the Sea and enjoy the wonder, awe and majesty of the

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Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza in Capitola on Sunday, October 13 at 8 p.m.

“The Lord has truly blessed our business Deluxe Foods of Aptos and the Rudolph F Monte Foundation and I am thankful for that as well,” Marc said.

“Lighting up what can be a dark world sometimes, is a wonderful thing.” n ••• For more info: www.monte-foundation.com

Community Observance of the 30th Anniversary of the Loma Prieta Earthquake

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his year marks the 30th anniversary of the massive Loma Prieta Earthquake, a magnitude 7.1 quake that struck at 5:04 pm on October 17, 1989, and changed the course of Santa Cruz history.

Throughout the month of October, a partnership of groups and organizations, including the City of Santa Cruz, will be

presenting a wide-range of local events, exhibits, displays and discussions to mark the 30th anniversary of the earthquake and to commemorate the spirit of community that rose in response.

Diverse mediums like story, art, history, geology, informative talks and education about community preparedness will

offer the public different ways to engage and to share their own memories of the event.

The public can view a list of events in Santa Cruz commemorating the 30th Anniversary of Loma Prieta Earthquake by visiting: https://santacruzmah.org/ lomaprieta. n

••• Participants include: Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, Santa Cruz Libraries, Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History, City of Santa Cruz, Downtown Association, SC County of Emergency Management Services, Sesnon Gallery Projects UCSC, Sereno Group Real Estate, Good Times.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Cabrillo Refinancing Saves for Local Taxpayers T he Cabrillo Community College District announced that it has refinanced a portion of Cabrillo’s Election of 2004 General Obligation Bonds and 2012 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, resulting in $29,542,000 in interest rate savings to local taxpayers.

Under the leadership of its Governing Board, Cabrillo Administration took the initiative to capture historically low interest rates to refinance the remaining portions of 2004 General Obligation Bonds, Series B and 2012 General Obligation Refunding Bonds. Cabrillo was able to reduce the interest rates on the prior bonds from an average of 4.84% to 2.53%, reducing the community’s tax bill by an unprecedented total of $29.5 million over the life of the bond refinancing.

“We are tremendously pleased that the taxpayers of the region will benefit from lower tax payments over the life of these bonds,” said Board of Trustees President Christina Cuevas. “We worked closely with a financial advising team to take advantage of historically low interest rates, and it clearly paid off.”

Cabrillo College President and Superintendent Matt Wetstein said the refinanced bond sale is a good indicator that

the Cabrillo Community College District has strong fiscal management practices and that the College is looking out for the interests of local homeowners.

“We wanted to make sure that we are good stewards of taxpayer dollars and try

to save folks money over the long haul.

It’s important to stay on top of interest rate trends, and in this case, our ability to refinance was a real big win for our community.”

Cabrillo’s ability to obtain such low

interest rates and achieve these high savings levels was boosted by its credit ratings of “Aa2” assigned by Moody’s Investors Service and “AA” from Standard and Poor’s, which reflect the District’s 1) large property tax base, 2) stable finances and strong reserves, and 3) good financial management policies.

The District had $59.1 million in Bonds to sell and received $74.6 million in orders from a diverse investor base which included bond funds, banks, separately managed accounts, insurance companies, and governmental agencies (including participation from Santa Cruz County).

While Cabrillo will not directly receive any portion of the savings, the Governing Board and Administration pursued this opportunity strictly on behalf of local taxpayers as part of their continued support for the education of its students and community.

This was the second time in recent history that Cabrillo College has delivered savings to its community. In May 2012, Cabrillo completed a similar bond refinancing and saved local taxpayers a total of $4.8 million. n ••• For more info: www.cabrillo.edu

Bay Federal Credit Union Named Top Work Environment

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ay Federal Credit Union was recently named the nation’s number one “Best Credit Union to Work For” by Credit Union Journal during their annual ranking program done in partnership with Best Companies Group. This is the first time that the credit union has topped the list.

This year, 50 institutions from across the country made the annual ranking of the Best Credit Unions to Work For. The analysis and rankings are performed by reviewing employers’ benefits, workplace policies and practices, and extensive employee surveys.

Bay Federal is known for their unique workplace culture, community engagement, focus on heath and wellness, entertaining employee events, and their robust employee recognition programs.

They emphasize on being “fun and friendly” while maintaining a professional approach to member service. Employees can be seen celebrating various dressdown days throughout the year, and the entire organization celebrates an annual

Bay Federial Credit Union employees gather for their participation in the Second Harvest Food Bank Hunger Heroes program.

Halloween costume and decoration contest where members can vote for the winner on social media. These all contributed to the high ranking resulting from the employee surveys.

“We couldn’t be more thrilled to

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receive this wonderful recognition,” said Carrie Birkhofer, President and CEO of Bay Federal. “I believe that our ongoing focus on setting a positive and fun workplace culture, with an emphasis on outstanding service to our members, truly

sets us apart. I share this honor with each one of our employees.”

Credit unions on the list ranged in size from just 31 staff members and under $200 million in assets all the way up to institutions with billions in assets and thousands of employees. Bay Federal has 225 employees and recently surpassed $1 billion in assets.

Bay Federal is a full-service, notfor-profit financial institution that serves nearly 77,000 members and 1,200 local businesses throughout Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey counties.

With more than $1 billion in assets, Bay Federal Credit Union is the largest member-owned financial institution in Santa Cruz County, serving its members and the community since 1957.

Bay Federal Credit Union has an awardwinning employee volunteer program in which employees have given their own money and volunteer for numerous local schools, nonprofit organizations, and community events each year. n ••• For more info: www.bayfed.com

COMMUNITY NEWS

Another Amazing Annual Coastal Cleanup Day! MONTEREY BAY — 2,189 passionate volunteers worked from 9 to Noon today (Saturday, September 21) collecting more than 6,000 pound of trash and over 1,700 pounds of recycling from 64 beaches, rivers, and inland areas across Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties!

Annual Coastal Cleanup Day is California’s biggest cleanup of the year, which takes place annually on International Coastal Cleanup Day. Save Our Shores has partnered with the California Coastal Commission, serving as the Central Coast Host for this much loved annual effort for over a decade.

Interesting finds included: car parts, half a life-size plastic skeleton, an office chair, fake fingernails, scrabble tiles, a gutter, a flat screen television, a Mama’s and Papa’s “This One’s Dedicated to the One I Love” 45, a Hungry Hungry Hippo game, dentures, and a rusty nail clipper. Upper Car Lake in Monterey had

the most debris with 1,121 pounds of trash and 1,175 pounds of debris. At least 37 hypodermic needles were also collected as part of the cleanup.

Patagonia Santa Cruz led the cleanup at Zmudowski Beach in Moss Landing with Patagonia Surf Ambassadors Kyle Theirmann and Jeff Denholm volunteering their time to raise awareness about the need for people of all ages to work together to protect all that we know and love.

In addition to being big wave surfers and serving as Patagonia Surf Ambassadors, Thiermann and Denholm are both making big waves to help protect our ocean and our future. Thiermann has created podcasts and films documenting destructive practices around the world with his Surfing for Change project and held a mock awards ceremony “honoring” corporations that trash our planet in 2018.

Denholm, who owns a fleet of fire trucks that he rents to the U.S. Forest

Service to help it fight wildfires, is helping to promote a solution that he thinks may help to lessen the impact of forest fires which will become more frequent and severe as the climate crisis escalates.

Save Our Shores thanks all of our

wonderful Site Captains and volunteers! This tremendous effort to keep our waterways clean could not have happened without them!

••• For more info: https://saveourshores.org

53 Rabbits Rescued from Property SCCAS Offers $25 Rabbit Adoption Special

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he Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter recently took in 53 rabbits from a petting zoo in Boulder Creek.

A concerned citizen contacted our agency about this situation and one of our officers did a welfare check on the property. The owner had become overwhelmed by the rabbits breeding and was happy that we had reached out to him.

He agreed to surrender all the rabbits on his property, except for six that he wanted to keep in his petting zoo. The Shelter agreed to have him keep all six, as

long as they were spayed and neutered to prevent the problem getting out of hand again. Our officers worked with him on transport of the animals to the Shelter and they were altered for free by our Shelter veterinarian.

Due to the overabundance of rabbits at the Shelter, all rabbit adoption fees are $25, which includes spay/neuter and microchip. n ••• To see the adoptable animals at the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter, please visit www. scanimalshelter.org.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

American College of Physicians Recommendations New Screening Procedures

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reast cancer is the most common cancer in women and the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Annual mammograms have been widely promoted for women by many health advocates; however, experts say that for women with an average risk for breast cancer who don’t have symptoms, diagnostic exams should be administered strategically, as screening too frequently can do more harm than good.

In a recent evidence-based guidance statement published in “Annals of Internal Medicine,” the American College of Physicians (ACP) – an organization representing internal medicine physicians – says that average-risk women with no symptoms and who are between the ages of 50 and 74 should undergo breast cancer screening with mammography every other year.

ACP found that annual mammography results in more harm than mammography every other year. Harms of breast cancer screening include overdiagnosis, over-treatment, false positive results, radiation exposure, and radiation associated breast cancers and breast cancer deaths, as well as worry and distress from tests and procedures like breast biopsies.

ACP says that beginning at age 40, average-risk women without symptoms should discuss with their physician the benefits, harms, and their personal preferences of breast cancer screening with mammography before the age of 50.

“The evidence shows that the best balance of benefits and harms for the

great majority of these women is to begin breast cancer screening with mammography at age 50 and continue every other year through age 74,” says Dr. Ana María López, a medical oncologist and president of ACP, who points out that this guidance does not apply to patients with prior abnormal screening results or to higher risk

COMMUNITY BRIEFS Two Openings on Mental Health Board he Santa Cruz County Mental Health Advisory Board (MHAB) has two openings in the 2nd District. The MHAB provides advice to the Board of Supervisors and the Director of Behavioral Health on issues pertaining to the local mental health system.

The MHAB reviews and evaluates the community’s mental health needs, services and facilities and provides input to the Board of Supervisors. Generally, members are parents or spouses or siblings of those who have received services from the County or contract agencies, those that have received services themselves or those that have professional experience within the mental health system.

If you’re interested in applying more information can be found on the County’s website at www.santacruzcounty.us by

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Majority of women benefit from mammography every other year beginning at age 50.

clicking on the Boards and Commissions link. You can also contact Supervisor Zach Friend’s office at 454-2200.

••• Sanitation Work Capitola/Jewel Box Sewer Replacement Project harf Road from Cliff Drive to Capitola Road will be subject to road closures between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., from September 25, 2019 through September October 16, 2019, weather permitting.

Stockton Avenue and Cliff Drive will be subject to lane closures between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., from September 25, 2019 to October 1, 2019, weather permitting.

This road closure is necessary for trench excavation, new pipe installation, trench paving and manhole installations.

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trict would like the motoring public to be prepared for delays during these times.

Questions may be directed to David Seanez, with Harris and Associates at (831) 524-5565.

For up-to-date information on County maintained roads in Santa Cruz County, please visit: www.sccroadclosure.org/ ••• Rotary Beach Cleanup unday, September 15th the CapitolaAptos Rotary club took part in the annual beach cleanup day. We had over 25 members in attendance. Last year they collected over 25 pounds of trash. Rio Del Mar beach was the objective.

The weather for the event was perfect.

This is one of their many community service projects.

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populations, such as women with a personal history of breast cancer or a genetic mutation known to increase risk.

About 20 percent of women diagnosed with breast cancer over a 10-year period will be overdiagnosed and likely overtreated. Overdiagnosis means a woman is diagnosed with a breast cancer that would not have made her sick or led to her death if not diagnosed or treated (overtreatment).

Therefore, finding this cancer is not of clinical benefit to the woman.

Screening guidelines such as the age to start and discontinue mammography, intervals between mammograms, and the role of alternative screening methods, have varied among organizations, complicating decisions about care for both patients and doctors. However, this new evidence-based guidance statement from ACP, which represents convergence across these differing recommendations, hopes to provide clarity and simplicity.

To learn more about the screening guidance, visit acponline.org.

“Little difference exists in reducing deaths from breast cancer by screening every year versus screening every other year, while every-other-year screening substantially reduces harms,” says Dr. López.

“Of course, decisions regarding routine breast cancer screening should be made by doctors and patients together.” n StatePoint Media

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OPEN STUDIOS

County’s 34th Annual Open Studios

Visit Artists Over The First Three Weekends In October

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ree self-guided art tour featuring 300 artists opening their studios to the public throughout Santa Cruz County this October, join us for the 34th annual Open Studios Art Tour, a free self-guided tour that invites the public into 300 artist studios working in dozens of mediums across Santa Cruz County.

There are seasoned artists who’ve participated since 1986, talented newcomers, and makers and creators of all kinds. Neighbors, friends, collectors and art lovers are invited to meet the artists, see their creative process up close, and buy art directly from the source.

“Santa Cruz County is a magnet for

Master Oil Painter Scott Hamill (Artist #147), at Bluefish Cove, Point Lobos

creative people, and Open Studios is a moment when that creativity becomes visible, when artists in every neighborhood throughout the County open their doors to art-lovers, neighbors and friends,” said Ann Ostermann, Open Studios Director for Arts Council Santa Cruz County.

“It takes a lot of planning and nerve on the part of our participating artists and it’s a joy to see it pay off with art sales and new relationships formed, old friends reunited, and neighbors getting to know each other.”

A program of Arts Council Santa Cruz County, Open Studios takes place the first three weekends of October, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Studios are divided between North and South County (with the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor as the dividing point) on the following schedule: Oct. 5-6: North County artists Oct. 12-13: South County artists Oct. 19-20: All County weekend featuring select artists.

Many ways to plan your tour and they’re all FREE! Whether this is your first Open Studios or you’ve been attending for years, here are a few easy strategies for finding your way: 1. Pick up a FREE artist guide at Good Times drop off points throughout the County after Sept. 17. Find artists in your neighborhood, by medium, or simply browse through the guide and find artwork that captures your eye. If you can’t find a guide out in the wild, stop by the Arts Council offices at 1070 River Street in

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2. Download the FREE app — available Oct. 1 on iTunes & Google Play (search for “Open Studios Art Tour”). You can mark favorite artists in the app, map their location, and then build a tour around that.

3. Follow the green signs. During Open Studios weekends you’ll see lime green signs with artist names and arrows all over the county. Please consider every Open Studios sign as your own personal invitation. Follow the signs and enter a studio.

4. Check out the Preview Exhibit at Santa Cruz Art League, featuring artwork from nearly all of the participating artists.

Open Sept. 28 through Oct. 20 it’s a great way to discover artists and plan your tour from there. Pop into the gallery, find artwork that intrigues you, and make a note of which studios you want to visit from there. Meet the artists​ at the public reception Sunday, Sept. 29 from 3–6 p.m.

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5. If you’re interested in rural studios, visit the Satellite Preview Exhibit at the R. Blitzer Gallery, 2801 Mission Street in Santa Cruz. This exhibit features work by artists in remote areas throughout the county, including Bonny Doon, Corralitos, Felton and more. The Satellite Exhibit opens on Oct. 5 as part of the First Friday Art Tour and will be open to the public through Oct. 20.

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or three weekends in October, artists across Santa Cruz County give the public an intimate view into their private workspaces during the Open Studios Art Tour.

The free self-guided tour includes 300 artists, from painters and photographers to sculptors and jewelry makers, showcasing their work against the backdrop of secret backyard gardens, coastal cottages, converted sheds, and industrial warehouses.

Like unwrapping a present or stumbling upon a breathtaking view, you can’t help but feel a small thrill as you’re welcomed behind the scenes of each artist’s process and into their personal creative space.

With so many studios to choose from, it can be hard to know where to focus your exploration. The free print guide or Open Studios app* both provide detailed maps of each neighborhood and descriptions of participating artists’ work.

The Santa Cruz Art League and R. Blitzer Gallery also host preview exhibits all three weekends, or you can simply wing it and follow the lime green directional signs posted across the county.

Still, it’s helpful to have an intention for your self-guided tour, so you can get the most out of your Open Studios experience.

Whether it’s your first or 34th tour,

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here are seven ideas for an Open Studios experience that will inspire deeper engagement, spark meaningful connection with the artist community, and reveal or reawaken your own creative pursuit.

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1. Host a mystery tour party

mystery tour party is a fun option for first-timers who have no clue where to start or for Open Studios veterans looking to get out of their comfort zone.

With a group of friends, select North or South County and which neighborhood you’d like to focus on.

Have each friend select 1-2 artists they’re interested in from that neighborhood and put them into a hat. Finally, select 5 artists from the hat for each day you plan to explore Open Studios.

The idea is that everyone will get to discover a new artist, expanding their perspective and appreciation for local art.

You can find everything from playful yard art and elegant jewelry to wearable fiber art, hand-bound journals, and hand-crafted woodwork.

There’s also often a story behind each creation that you can share with the lucky recipient — just ask the artist what inspired that particular piece (#OpenStudiosInspiration) and you

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Take note of the name of the art piece, the medium used, and what thoughts or emotions the piece brought up for you.

You might try a free write, jotting down whatever comes to mind without editing or filtering your thoughts.

Pausing to capture how you feel as you take in an artist’s work reminds you to slow down and engage with each piece that pulls you in and demands closer attention.

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“Open Studios Experience” from page 13 Map out a tour that hits several of these iconic spots for a weekend of art and local history.

One option is to start at the R. Blitzer Gallery in the old Wrigley Building on the Westside. From there, explore the many studios between Highway 1 and West Cliff.

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et a mileage goal and then map out a safe walking route that passes by several artist studios. Pedestrianfriendly neighborhoods include the lower Westside, Downtown Santa Cruz, and Midtown.

You can even plan your route so that you pass by public art installations like Kathleen Crocetti’s student-led mosaics along the Water or Soquel Bridges, San Lorenzo Riverwalk, and Mission Historic Park.

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f you don’t mind exploring multiple neighborhoods across the county, map your tour by medium for a deep dive into one or two artistic techniques. Each artist description in the guide includes their medium and a photo of their work to make it easier to find all the photographers, abstract painters, or furniture makers in one area.

Try mapping a tour of ceramicists one day and then focus on watercolors the next. Look for the hand symbol in

the guide or app to find artists who offer live demos of their artistic process for a comprehensive ‘study’ of your medium of choice.

You might just find yourself inspired to pick up a new creative hobby after watching a ceramicist at the wheel, a printmaker at the press, or a painter immersed in her canvas.

Whether you’re an artist yourself or have never set foot in a gallery, Open Studios has something to offer you. You may leave an artist’s workspace with a new perspective or source of inspiration.

You may find yourself at your neighbor’s home, admiring their creative work and cultivating the start of a lasting friendship.

No matter what, you’ll walk away with an unforgettable experience—one that deepens your love for the arts and reveals the powerful beauty and hope art can bring to the world.

••• Open Studios 2019 will take place the first three weekends of October from 11am-5pm Saturdays and Sundays. Print guides are available mid-September alongside the Good Times at locations throughout Santa Cruz County. You can also download the Open Studios app, available in iTunes and Google Play. See samples of each artist’s work to help you map your route at the preview exhibits hosted at the Santa Cruz Art League and R. Blitzer Gallery all three weekends.

••• Molly Ressler is a writer and content marketing consultant based in Santa Cruz.

She lives with her husband and pup in Seabright and loves sharing her community’s vibrant culture through her writing.

Whether you’re an artist yourself or have never set foot in a gallery, Open Studios has something to offer you. You may leave an artist’s workspace with a new perspective or source of inspiration. You may find yourself at your neighbor’s home, admiring their creative work and cultivating the start of a lasting friendship.

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Vai worked in several areas of the District, including launching its GIS platform and becoming the District’s expert in many of its technology tools. Recognizing the emerging importance of GIS technology, she pursued her GIS certification while working full time.

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As communications specialist, Vai shared her passion for water and the environment with countless community members at local, county, and statewide educational and special events. She loved working with teachers and kids, and eagerly provided fun, interactive presentations in local classrooms from preschool to college - and wherever else there was an opportunity to share her enthusiasm. In everything she did, she set a tone of gracious and collegial collaboration with fellow employees, with District customers, and with the community at large.

As an exceptional communicator and educator on water conservation and recycling, Vai’s commitment to the District mission and her carefree spirit often had her volunteering to wear a water droplet costume at the Santa Cruz County Fair, Earth Day in the Park, and at the Water Harvest Festival.

Most recently Vai was out and about with the District’s Pure Water Soquel Educational Trailer (which, with her help, won the 2018 National Award of Excellence in Outreach and Education by WateReuse Association), using her vitality and extraordinary people skills to help carry the District’s message to kids and their families.

Vai’s love of all things water and the environment inspired her to serve as past president of the Monterey Bay Water Works Association, and since 2002 she was part of the California Water Education Committee.

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Increase in Water Rates f you think your water bill from Soquel Creek Water District is high now, brace yourself for four more years of 9% annual increases.

Are you shocked by the recent increase in your water bill from Soquel Creek Water District? Join the crowd of ratepayers who are now finding their water bill is outrageously high, even though they are making great efforts to conserve as much water as possible.

What you may not know is that the recent 9% rate increase, approved by the District’s Board of Directors on February 19 this year, will happen again and again for the next four years!

Maybe you were not aware of this proposed rate increase public hearing and your ability to protest it because that was buried at the end of the glossy fullcolor mailer that many people just tossed.

Maybe you read the material and saw the District’s unsubstantiated claim that made the impending rate increases seem reasonably acceptable: “If the proposed rate/service charge changes are approved, it’s estimated that over 70% of residential customers would experience a monthly increase of $5 or less. Households which consume more water than average will pay more per unit of water (1 unit–748 gallons). It’s also estimated that the vast majority (98%) of business water accounts would experience an increase of about 40-cents per unit of water.”

Regardless, the Board has taken action that is and will cause great financial hardship for many families and people on fixed incomes, despite extreme diligence at conserving all the water they can. Why are these shockingly – high increases needed, and what can you do about it now?

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The District hired an outside agent, Raftelis Consultants, to develop a new rate structure that would bring in enough money for the PureWater Soquel Project.

The former 4-tiered rate structure was deemed illegal in legal action brought against the District by ratepayer Jon Cole, because the District was illegally collecting money for a chromium 6 treatment plant that does not exist.

At a Board meeting held on November 6, 2018, Directors voted unanimously to adopt a rate increase scenario that assumed NO grant money available for the $90 million necessary for “basin recovery”, aka the PureWater Soquel Project, and would set expensive Tier 2 rates for customers using more than 6 units of water to fund the Project.

The Board instructed Raftelis to create necessary materials to prepare for a February 19, 2019 public hearing that the Prop 218 rate increase process would require. That process required that 51% of the 15,800 service connection ratepayers sent in written protest, following a precise format in order to be legally accepted.

The Board hired a lobbyist in Washington, D.C for $45,000/year to lobby for a $20 million federal grant to build the Project (and recently renewed that contract for a second year). The Board and staff have made numerous trips themselves to Washington, D.C. to meet with federal grantor agents, and have paid to bring the lobbyist to San Jose to meet with staff in exclusive hotels for regular “PureWater Team Building” updates.

It would seem that for the District, it’s all about getting more money, and the Board of Directors refuses to ask the City of Santa Cruz for extra water when it is available.

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Autumn’s Arrival for Our Animals

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By Tiffany L. Mitchener, DVM

ith the long days of summer firmly behind us, we turn our attention to the arrival of

autumn.

Fall is that special time of year when the days get shorter, the nights feel crisper, pumpkin patches abound, and the leaves show off their true colors.

Families return to more structured schedules, Halloween decorations get dusted off, and pumpkin spice treats appear on every store shelf.

With the arrival of a new season, what special considerations should we make for our animal friends?

Back to School he return of school brings structure and new activities to every family’s household, but it can also mean longer hours alone for the family pets. Make sure your animals have activities of their own.

Place paper bags around a room for cats or put food in puzzle feeders for dogs.

Remember that it is important to care for our animals’ needs, too. Making sure that pets have clean litter boxes or routine times for necessary eliminations will keep a household running smoothly.

Now is a great time to make sure that your pet is getting the exercise that she needs. Add a daily walk for the dog to your family calendar. Kids coming home from school can throw the ball for the dog or use a fishing pole toy with the cat. Have students read out loud to the family pet. Pets are non-judgmental and will provide a “safe place” for students to practice their oral reading skills, whether it is Dr. Seuss or Shakespeare.

With the start of school use care with school supplies around pets. Dogs, especially, seem to like the taste of glue.

String, pipe cleaners, feathers, and pompons are a few craft items that can be fascinating to cats. It is important that students remember to be mindful of craft items and clean up thoroughly once the art project is finished. Never leave art supplies unattended.

Finally, with the kids back in school, now is a great time to focus on the family dog and cat. Are they overdue for their annual exams? Are they up-todate on their vaccinations? Make that appointment with your veterinarian to arrange for a physical exam for your pet

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and to discuss any concerns that may be lingering from the busy summer.

Changing Weather utumn can bring dramatic weather to the coast of California. Early fall often has our warmest days of the year.

Plan for your animals accordingly. Be careful not to leave animals locked in hot cars. Make sure outdoor pets have access to shade and fresh water. Do not exercise animals in the heat of the day.

In contrast, late autumn often marks the beginning of our rainy season. Make sure that outside shelters are clean and intact. Remember that darkness descends earlier each evening. Be sure to shelter your cats inside prior to sunset to protect them from predators. If possible, walk your dog earlier in the day, or invest in bright-colored clothing, reflective vests, or blinking collar lights to improve traffic safety for you and your dog.

Autumn brings falling leaves and plenty of yard work. It can be a fun time to share the yard with your pets, but use care to keep it a safe place. Pick up tools after gardening.

Keep lawn products and chemicals stored in a safe place. Pick up fallen fruit, especially apples, whose leaves, seeds and stems can be toxic. Use care not to use cocoa mulch in the yard. Many dogs are tempted to eat this sweet-smelling product, which can lead to a deadly chocolate toxicity.

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Trick-or-Treat Time alloween can be a very magical time of year. To keep it safe for all, here are a few tips for our pets this special holiday: • Use care with costumes. If you plan to dress up your pet in a costume, first make sure that she is a willing participant. Check that costumes are not too constricting, vision obstructing, or overly warm. Watch for any small parts or strings that could easily be swallowed.

• Keep decorations out of your pet’s reach. Make sure that open flames in jack-o’-lanterns are in a safe place.

Reusable LED lights are a safer option.

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30. Done at “inspiration point” 35. Eurasian mountain range 37. Jack of all trades’ sphere of expertise 39. More painful 40. Little bit, in Mexico 41. Open-mouthed 43. Classic TV’s Mr. Cleaver 44. Friend from Mexico 46. Power system 47. Batman’s cave, e.g.

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The Flu, 2019-2020

By Ron Conte, Pharm.D.

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his month ushers in the influenza (flu) season. Keep in mind that the flu can attack us at any time of the year, but it most commonly occurs from September to February.

The flu vaccine is the main way to ward off the flu. This is an ideal time to get vaccinated, however getting vaccinated as late as December may still help ward off the flu bug.

Influenza is one of the top ten global threats to health.

The vaccine to prevent the flu is never 100% effective, since we are relying on the previous year’s infecting virus. Effectiveness of the vaccine has ranged from 19 to 60 percent for the past ten years.

In the last three years, the flu vaccine’s effectiveness has decreased from 48% in 2015-2016 to 29% in 2018-2019. It is a catchup game, trying to outguess the flu virus.

There is no way to determine from year to year which strain of flu virus will infect us and cause harm, even death. During the 2017 – 2018 flu season, over 900,000 people were hospitalized and 80,000 people died from the flu and/or its complications.

This year’s trivalent flu vaccine consists of three selected viruses approved by a consensus group from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

They determined earlier this year that the vaccine for the 2019-2020 flu season should contain the Brisbane, Kansas, and Colorado viruses. The quadrivalent virus contains the above three strains plus a virus from Thailand (Phuket).

You may ask why would administration of the flu virus prevent the flu?

Most vaccines consist of inactivate forms of a virus, or a live-attenuated form of the virus. You cannot get the flu from these modified forms of the virus. Once an inactive or attenuated form of the virus

“Water Rates” from page 21 County reports and hydrologic studies have shown there is plenty of water available regionally, but there is a problem with storage. If Soquel Creek Water District would be willing to work with the City of Santa Cruz, and even apply for new water rights that are available, the expensive PureWater Soquel Project would not be needed.

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Highlights of recommendations for the 2019-2020 Flu Vaccination Program: • all persons 6 months of age should be vaccinated, unless there is a contraindication • no preference as to one flu vaccine over another • expanded age indication for Afluria Quadrivalent vaccine to include persons 6 months of age • dose volumes have changed for different age groups, specifically for 6 to 35 months and for 36 months to adulthood.

Some of us are at high risk for contracting the flu, especially those of us 65 years of age or older, pregnant women, or a young (2 yo) child. Those of us with asthma, heart disease, status-post stroke, diabetes, HIV/AIDs, or cancer are also at a higher risk.

People who are at a high risk of contracting the flu may need to be prescribed antiviral medications. Xofluza, which was recently approved, and Oseltamivir (generic Tamiflu) are two antiviral meds that prevent the flu virus from multiplying.

Relenza is a powdered form of an antiviral drug that is inhaled. Rapivab is administered intravenously and works much like the other antiviral medications.

Influenza is a respiratory infection usually contagious beginning with the virus caught in the mucous membranes of the nose. Symptoms include many of the following:

The duration of the flu is one to two weeks. One complication is the development of secondary infections, including pneumonia, bronchitis, sinus or ear infections. Dehydration and sepsis may also occur.

Treatment usually consists of rest, hydrating with fluids (only water and broth), possibly non-prescription medications to treat symptoms, and oral flu medication. If you develop difficulty in breathing or shortness of breath; pain or pressure of the chest or stomach area; sudden dizziness; mental confusion; severe or persistent vomiting, you need to seek immediate medical attention.

If you find that your flu-like symptoms improve, but a fever returns or your cough worsens, it is also considered an immediate medical concern.

In addition to getting vaccinated to prevent the flu, practice good hand hygiene, and the proper technique in covering your mouth in the arch of your arm when sneezing or coughing. It is also recommended to clean commonly touched surfaces as well as to avoid contact with infected individuals.

Check with your healthcare providers, including your pharmacist, to determine which steps you should take in preventing the flu or for treating the symptoms if you have contracted the flu. n ••• For more info: rrxconte@gmail.com

What Can You Do Now? 1) Sign this On-line Protest Petition! http://chng.it/ghKLv5SJ 2) Write the Board of Directors <bod@ soquelcreekwater.org> and send letters to Board of Directors, Soquel Creek Water District, 5180 Soquel Drive, Soquel, CA 95073.

3) Attend Board meetings and publicly question the District Board of Directors about their actions. The

Board meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month, 6pm, at the Capitola City Council Chambers at City Hall. Public Comment opportunities are immediately at the beginning of the meeting, within the first few minutes unless there is a public hearing on an issue (Sept.

17 has a Public Hearing on the Triennial Water Quality Report and Findings).

••• As ratepayers, we can organize and fight back. There is no need for families and those on fixed incomes to struggle under this financial hardship, imposed upon us to pay for an expensive project that is simply not necessary, whose high energy demands would be extremely costly to maintain, and that would be environmentally damaging.

— Kris Kirby, Aptos

enters the blood stream, a relatively healthy body will produce enough antibodies to defend against any future invasion from an infecting flu virus.

This year’s vaccine would only be effective in preventing a flu where the infecting virus is similar to the 3 or 4 viral components of the vaccine.

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How to Create a Girl’s STEM-Friendly Project Space in Your Home

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elping your daughter feel like she has personal space to tinker at her own pace will reinforce the notion to her and to the entire family that her STEM development is important.

To start, find a spot together that she can call her own. It doesn’t have to be big or elaborate. It could even be an unused nook, a wall space, a closet, a foyer, a play space, or a corner. Just an area that is solely hers where she knows that her STEM ideas and activities are safe.

Make sure that the entire family understands the boundaries of her space.

Even if she has her own room, your daughter needs a STEM project space to call her own that’s part of the family area of your home. Important! Oftentimes, STEM experiments can involve procedures that are barely appropriate (safety-wise) for a child’s judgment. Therefore, it’s crucial that you locate a spot in your home that is always within earshot of a responsible adult.

It should be clear that you have the final say about what space will work best.

By Trish Allison

That said, try to involve your daughter in your thought process as much as possible.

Make her feel included now ― you’ll be happy you did when the time comes to clean up after a messy project.

Start with the Basics t the very least, she needs a table, a chair, a light, an electrical outlet, and a trash can. These bare necessities should be enough to lay the foundation for most STEM activities, whether it’s science-, technology-, engineering-, or math-related.

When she’s ready for more, she can customize her space to accommodate her interests. Her table could have drawers or open spaces for storage bins, there could be some kind of shelving or peg board for storing tools and project supplies.

There could be a power strip, a rolling utility tray, table-top containers, a spot for her laptop or tablet if she has her own, and a drop-cloth or plastic sheeting for messy projects.

There should also be empty space on either side of her area for future expansion as her STEM interests evolve.

Pinterest is a great source for STEM project space ideas.

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Make Sure She Helps ou should not set up a designated space without her help―she should be involved in every step of the process.

Her involvement will not only give her a sense of ownership and independence, it will hopefully take some of the onus off you.

If she resists helping, you could tell her that you can’t set it up without her help because you don’t know exactly what kind of layout would work best for her projects.

Tell her she’d be much better at designing

the space than you would be (flattery still works at this age!).

Encourage her to help you with the “heavy lifting” (e.g., moving furniture, sweeping/vacuuming newly vacant spots, going with you to the store for a power strip, etc.)

As with all projects with kids, it will go much faster if she is actually helping and not creating more work along the way. If all goes well, you should be able to complete it together in an afternoon.

Once her space is established, your daughter will most likely customize it to fit her needs and personality.

As long as she doesn’t want to make any permanent structural changes to your home, let her personalize the space on her own. This is a perfect time for you to take a break and let her take over.

Encourage her to make her space functional to fit her needs. Suggest ideas for supplies that you already have at home and let her expand on your ideas.

Create a list together of future supply needs and budget guidelines. Schedule a trip to the Dollar Store together.

As with any new ownership, however, comes a new set of responsibilities. She should know that her new space comes with rules.

Let her know, gently, that it’s not OK for her to be bossy/dictatorial about her space. Yes it’s hers and hers alone but she lives in a household, not a personal cubicle. It’s also her responsibility to keep her space tidy.

The key takeaway here is that you are showing her she matters enough for you to take the time and energy to make sure she has a dedicated space for her interests. This is a great opportunity to let her know how important she is. n ••• Trish Allison is the founder and writer of P.I.N.K. Backpack handbooks to help parents raise equality-confident girls. Visit her website at www.pink-backpack.com.

damage if swallowed. To be safe, keep the Halloween candy stored in a pet-proofed container or cupboard.

• Keep pets safe and away from the front door. Dogs, our resident guardians, may want to protect

their homes from trick-or-treaters and may be triggered to act aggressively by the doorbell. Both cats and dogs may look for an escape. Keep pets locked away from the activity of the front door. To help reduce the terror of a lost pet, make sure your

pets are microchipped with your up-to-date contact information.

Enjoy the changing of the seasons with your animals as the carefree days of summer give way to the autumn comforts of school, family, home, and pumpkin treats. Happy fall, everyone! n

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“Pets in Autumn” from page 23 • Do not leave candy out. Chocolate candy, especially, can be toxic to dogs that often find it irresistible.

Candy wrappers and lollipop sticks can cause severe gastrointestinal

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Your October Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

October opens with an opportunity for you to get your life back on track. Trust your gut feelings when it comes to making major decisions. Yet you can still make compromises with others without losing control. Mid-month brings a feeling of confidence and success. There is no better time to take up a challenge. The win is in your grasp! Late in the month, your presence is palpable. Don’t be surprised if strangers notice you and wonder if they know you from somewhere. Enjoy the interactions … one may even turn into a new acquaintance.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Any loss of energy should be returning as the month begins, putting you back in the driver’s seat, especially if you aren’t afraid to dig deep and tackle some of your inner issues. Things should be a bit lighter mid-month, bringing a positive spin on most of your encounters. Staying positive can help turn anything around; something to keep in mind at this time. Later in October you should be fully energized and focused, making it a good time to make new plans, or push through on projects that are ready to be finished. There might be a lot of hard work involved, but all your accomplishments will make it worth the effort.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

A little bit of tact can go a long way early in the month. It’s nice to win arguments using gentle reasoning rather than being looked at as “the bad guy” for using more forceful tactics. Mid-October is the time to act, which can help you make a lot of much-needed changes. Combined with your practical determination, this can be a very productive time, as long as you remain focused. You feel a need for answers later in the month. It could either be a desire for commitment from a current companion, or finding out if a crush could turn into more. But patience is what’s called for. Forcing an issue now most likely won’t turn out well.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

You know those passive feelings you had last month? Well, those are gone as October begins. It’s time things went your way, and you’re anxious to set things in motion. Relationship tensions are in danger of rising mid-month. A surprise announcement could set you off, leaving you off balance if you’re not careful. More frustration is in the air at the end of the month, leaving you feeling caught between desires and obstacles in your way. Still, you have a will, so finding a way is within your grasp.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

Rely on yourself early in the month, regardless of how much you want help. This is a time to count on your inner strengths and skills and push through to get the job done. Looking for help now could turn sour. Your creative juices are leaking mid-month. You can see the best-case scenarios as a situation forms, which is a fine goal to aspire to, but it’s okay if things don’t turn out perfectly. Later in October your sense of charity and compassion is brought to the surface. This is a good time to act on those impulses, either increasing your involvement/contributions to your favorite program or finding a new one to dive into.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

The power to say “no” is a strong one, and frequently difficult to wield, yet you feel the strength to use it (and mean it!) as the month begins. It will help you keep your temperament, and also make solving important issues easier. Mid-October brings out your competitive side, ensuring you are ready to leave everything on the table. Only a top-tier performance will satisfy you right now. Late in the month you’re still in an intense mood, making it a perfect time to put your nose to the grindstone and accomplish that goal you’ve had in the back of your mind, even if it takes you through the next month.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

Your energy is a bit uneven early in October, which can help you deal with people using tact rather than force, but also brings a passion into your heart that can make it easier for jealousy to rear its ugly head if you’re not careful. There’s an unpredictable air around you mid-month, especially where love or money is involved. Be wary of sudden changes or surprises. Their long-term effect will be hard to judge. Passion returns to you late in the month, but this time your intellect is being stimulated. You’re not interested in trivia right now; you need to know everything about what has caught your attention.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Your desire for answers is strong early in the month; you don’t feel the need to share your knowledge though. Who knows when it might come in handy? Still, using that knowledge against someone is never as fun as it sounds in the long run. You feel a need to get ahead of something mid-month, regardless of the costs. Whether it’s a goal you are ready to meet or to keep something in your rear-view, your motivations are going to have an impact on the results. As October comes to a close, you’re feeling more inhibited that usual, leaving you in a poor situation that could affect your work or relationships. You’ll have to fight through these feelings to avoid some bad consequences.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Early in the month you’re finally confronted with something you’ve been avoiding for a while. It’s time to take a step back and focus on the problem, or it will likely get out of your control. A feeling of spontaneity fills you mid-October, bringing a sense of confidence for you about something that has been tickling your fancy for a while. It’s time to make your move, and deal with the consequences when they come. Late in the month something unexpected brings some unwanted stress, but the nervousness you feel could lead to something positive, eventually, if you can go with the flow.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

The feel of weight being lifted off your shoulders as October begins is heaven-sent. Whatever has been holding you back recently seems to be gone, or at least set to the side for now. Take advantage of the energy and freedom you’re feeling now. You feel like you should be in control mid-month, but so much influence is surrounding you that ignoring requests and orders may not be worth the consequences, at least not right now. As the month comes to a close, you’re feeling defensive about things that don’t seem to be a problem.

Now isn’t the time to shut people out for imagined slights when your friends and family only want to help you.

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Get Cool Season Vegetables Going

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By Tony Tomeo

he difficult part will be removing the aging warm season vegetable plants while they are still trying to produce.

That is one of the disadvantages of gardening in such an excellently mild climate. It would be easier if frost or cooling weather caused them to start deteriorating by now. Perhaps some are already getting tired. Regardless, their space is needed for new cool season vegetables.

Some of us like to amend the soil in between some of the lingering warm season vegetable plants, and add seedlings of cool season vegetable plants. Then, there is less of a rush to remove the warm season vegetables as they succumb to autumn weather. Some of us just wait for the warm season vegetables to finish, which is a delaying compromise for the new cool season vegetables.

Whatever the preferred technique is, it is now getting to be time to plug in seedlings of broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage. Kale seedlings may be added as much as a month later.

Seedlings can be purchased from nurseries.

Those of us who want particular varieties that are unavailable in nurseries might have sown preferred seed in flats a month or so ago, to be ready for planting now.

Beets, carrots and turnips, like all root vegetables, should be grown from seed sown directly into the garden. Roots get disfigured if grown in flats or cell packs, and then transplanted. Besides, so many individual plants are needed, that such quantities of cell packs would be expensive. Seed for turnip greens, although not grown for their roots, likewise gets sown out directly, and about now.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

You’ve never been the biggest gossip, but early in the month you’re feeling more secretive than usual, especially when it comes to things you know about others. That’s a good thing, by the way.

You’re feeling a moment of clarity mid-month. This is a perfect time to organize something in your life or tackle a project that’s been on hold. Don’t let this moment go to waste. Late in October may bring some unexpected setback, and the surprise can leave you off balance. You may need to take a deep breath, but you’ll find your way through. You usually do.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

You’re not feeling very decisive early in the month. It’ll be hard, but try not to spend too long trying to decide whether to tackle a new opportunity, or you might miss out before you can begin.

An unexpected challenge mid-October is not going to be easy to deal with, especially as it’s likely romantic. You may have to decide if you’ve been walking the wrong path for a while, or if it’s just a hiccup that can be fixed. The longer you take to solve the issue, the harder it’s going to hit you if it goes bad. Late in the month your powers of persuasion seem to be stronger than ever. Hoping for a raise? In a long argument? Now is the time to get the win!

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Broccoli grows through autumn for winter.

Orange is the new ... classic orange.

Seed for leafy lettuces, spinach and peas should have been sown already, but it is not too late. Kale can alternatively be grown from seed sown directly now, rather than from seedlings plugged in later. If preferred, larger heading lettuces can be grown from seedlings plugged within the next month or so. Cucumbers can be risky. If seed has not yet been sown, seedlings can still be plugged.

Whether grown from seedlings or seed, this is only the first phase of cool season vegetables. For some, later phases will prolong harvest.

Highlight: Carrot ugs Bunny was an expert. He was always chewing on a carrot, Daucus carota, and rudely talking with his mouth full. Because carrots can be stored in refrigeration for a few months, Bugs Bunny could get one whenever he wanted to. However, in home gardens, they are cool season vegetables that are grown through spring and autumn, but not through summer or the middle part of winter.

Carrots are biennial. They complete their life cycle in two seasons. They are vegetative during their first season, as they produce their edible and elongated conical taproot. If not harvested, they bloom and go to seed in their second season. By then, their fat roots are tough and useless. Carrots are ready for harvest in three to four months after their seed are sown, depending on variety.

Carrots are famously bright orange.

Yellow, white, red, purple and black varieties have been gaining popularity in the past many years. Carrots can grow a foot and a half in length, but most are only about four inches long, or less. They may be as narrow as half an inch, or wider than two inches! Some carrots are more uniformly cylindrical than conical. n ••• Horticulturist Tony Tomeo can be contacted at tonytomeo.com.

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He walks well on leash and seeks attention when out in the play yards. One look at that smiling face and you will be smitten.

Come to our neighborhood to meet him and it will be a beautiful day!

Mr. Rogers is a 10-year-old male, neutered brindle pit bull.

To adopt your new friend, visit one of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter locations, or their website at www.scanimalshelter.org. n

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EXHIBITION & SALE 5 ANNUAL ART FESTIVAL Sunday, Nov. 3

PAINTOUT TH Oct. 30–Nov. 2

The competition kicks off Wednesday!

Watch 40 artists paint all around Capitola.

11:00a.m.–4:00p.m.

New Brighton Middle School Performing Arts Center 250 Washburn Avenue, Capitola

QUICKDRAW & ART SALE QUICKDRAW & SALE 1–4pm Saturday, Nov. 2 Saturday, Nov. 2

Esplanade Park 12:00–4:00p.m.

Esplanade Park

New this year! Watch artists paint during a timed Quick Draw. Paintings will be displayed and for sale. Enjoy live music

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Exhibition with 100+ paintings Fine art sale Live music by Acoustic Madness Hands-on art making Food trucks, and more!

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Free Admission!

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11am–4pm Sunday, Nov. 3

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New Brighton Middle School - FREE ADMISSION • Exhibition with 100+ paintings • Live music by Acoustic Madness • Hands-on art making • Food trucks, and more!

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Left Coast Sausage Worx, El Toro Bravo, The Sand Bar

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENTS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE MONTEREY SYMPHONY The Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you love music and want to be involved, please call (831) 646-8511 or visit www.montereysymphony.org for more info.

Thursday October 3 TONY PAGLIARO GALLERY RIBBON CUTTING 5 – 7 p.m., 121 San Jose Ave., Capitola Village Join us in welcoming the Tony Pagliaro Gallery to Capitola Village with a ribbon cutting at 5pm, followed by wine and appetizers until 7pm.

Tony has been capturing photos from around the world for over 17 years. Whether it be a lighthouse, seascape, beach, door, or sunset, he photographs scenes to inspire, rejuvenate, and connect viewers to the natural beauty of the world around us.

A Grand Opening Celebration will take place on Saturday, October 12 from 1 - 4pm with wine, appetizers, and music. http://master.capitolachamber.com/events

Sunday October 27 CAPITOLA VILLAGE HALLOWEEN PARADE 2 – 4 p.m., Capitola Avenue/ Esplanade Park Ghosts, goblins, boys and ghouls...join us for the annual Capitola Village Halloween Parade! Line up begins at 1:30pm in the Beach & Village Parking Lot above Capitola City Hall. Parade begins promptly at 2pm. Parade will head down Capitola Avenue, wind through Capitola Village to the Esplanade ending at Esplanade Park, where trick-or-treat bags, balloons, and refreshments will be waiting. New Leaf Community Market will be there with treats! Trick-or-treating at Capitola Village shops following parade.

Line up in the Beach & Village Parking Lot above Capitola City Hall at 1:30pm. Parade begins at 2pm.

Parade will head down Capitola Avenue ending at Esplanade Park. Trick or Treat bags and refreshments at Esplanade Park. http://master.capitolachamber.com/events

Saturday November 9 CAPITOLA VILLAGE SIP & STROLL Noon – 5 p.m., Capitola Village Hosted by the Capitola Village and Wharf Business Improvement Area (BIA), with approximately 20 wineries and breweries participating. Many participating businesses will be offering specials, and some will provide snacks to pair with wine and beer selections. $25 advanced ticket price ($30 at door, if any left) includes commemorative glass and 10 tasting tickets.

Proceeds to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank, Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, and Angel Tree. http://master.capitolachamber.com/events/

ONGOING EVENTS Daily SANTA CRUZ ‘USED’ BOOKSHOP 10 am- 3 pm 2710 Chanticleer Ave. Santa Cruz 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.

Weekdays CASA ORIENTATIONS TO BECOME ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN 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.casaofsantacruz.org or call (831) 761-2956 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. santacruzoa.org/meetings Second and Fourth Mondays SANTA CRUZ CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s Association, 550 Water Street, Ste. L2, Santa Cruz If you have a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, a caregiver support group can offer you an opportunity to find out more about available community resources, learn from others who are going through similar experiences, and obtain additional educational materials. Open to family members, no fee.

For more information about this and other support groups in the area, please call 800.272.3900 Mondays & Tuesdays WOMENCARE ARM-IN-ARM 12:30 - 2 p.m.

WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM support group for women with advanced, recurrent and metastatic cancers. Meets weekly Mondays & Tuesdays, with a separate meeting every First and Third Tuesday every month.

Registration required. Call 457-2273 for more information and to register. No cost to attend. www.womencaresantacruz.org

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Tuesdays WRITING/DISCUSSION MEETING 6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church, Gazebo Room, 10707 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 (At Hwy One and Freedom Blvd) Do you have a problem with food? Please check out our free, friendly 12-Step support group with the solution.

All teens and adults welcome!

For current times and locations of other meetings: www. santacruzoa.org/meetings. Or call our Hotline at (831) 429-7906.

BINGO 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell St. BINGO EVERY TUESDAY. Buy-in begins at $21. The Snack Bar is open with goodies and dinner specials.

BUSINESS DEBTORS ANONYMOUS 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center Street, Santa Cruz.

We specifically focus on recovering from debting on one’s business.

For more information: 831-425-3272.

FELTON FARMER’S MARKET 2.30–6.30 p.m., St John’s Church in Felton 120 Russell Ave, Felton The Felton Farmers’ Market started in 1987 and is the second oldest market in Santa Cruz County. The market boasts a variety of certified organic fruits and vegetables and artisan foods. It is open Tuesdays from May thru October.

Second Wednesdays SANTA CRUZ SONS IN RETIREMENT MONTHLY MEETING Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. This statewide group of retired men invites you to be 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.

Tuesdays & Wednesdays Second Wednesdays’ meeting is for parents of SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUPS children, teens, and young adults with ADHD. The Monarch Services offers a safe space to meet other group for adults with ADHD, spouses, partners of survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and someone with ADHD meets fourth Wednesdays of human trafficking survivors, and to listen or share every month. experiences. Childcare provided on site.

Judy Brenis: jbbrenis@comcast.net, or call 831-818-9619.

Spanish – Tuesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m. Servicios Monarca, Last Wednesdays Each Month 233 E. Lake Avenue, Watsonville (831) 722-4532 English – Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m. Monarch MAGICIANS’ CLUB Services, 1590 Seabright Avenue, SC (831) 425-4030 7 p.m., Antonelli Club Room, 2655 Brommer St., Santa Cruz For more information, visit www.monarchscc.org Attention Magic Lovers! Our new Magicians’ Club meets on the last Wed. of every month at 7pm in the club room at the Antonelli Mobile Home Park.

Tuesdays & Thursdays If you do magic or want to get started in this fun FREE PILATES CLASSES AT TEMPLE BETH EL hobby, join us.

10 a.m., Temple Beth El, 3055 Porter Gulch Rd., Aptos Questions? Call Jim at 685-3829 Please join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 am in the social hall at Temple Beth El in Aptos SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PROSTATE CANCER (3055 Porter Gulch Rd) for a lively and challenging SUPPORT GROUP 60 minute Pilates Strength Class. The classes 7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource Center, 3150 Mission Dr are free and everybody is welcome. Donation are Santa Cruz County Prostate Cancer Support Group welcome. has been an active group for over 20 years in the For more information https://www.tbeaptos.org community.

First meeting of 2018 will be February 28th.

Wednesdays Thursdays ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION 1st & 3rd Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m.

FRIENDSHIP PUT TO MUSIC! 2nd & 4th Wednesdays: 2-3:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach Club House, 3124 Alzheimer’s Association, 550 Water Street, Ste L2, SC Estrella Ave. 95060 Classes every Thursday night. For more info call Sue If you have a family member who has been diagnosed Harris or Don Benson (831) 726-7053 or email at caller4u@ with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, a care- att.net giver support group can offer you an opportunity to find LUCKY STEPPERS MODERN SQUARE DANCE out more about available community resources, learn from others who are going through similar experiences, 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La Selva Beach, CA 95076 and obtain additional educational materials.

It’s fun and easy to do! Friendship put to music; Our evening Santa Cruz caregiver support group family friendly. Class takes place every Thursday meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month, and our afternoon Santa Cruz caregiver support group Night at our new home in La Selva Beach! (Take Mar meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. Monte off of Hwy 1, turns into Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) No fee. Open to family members.

For more information about this and other support groups in For more information, contact Sue Harris or Don Benson at (831) 726-7053 or e-mail at caller4u@att.net. the area, please call 800.272.3900

COMMUNITY CALENDAR 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

ONGOING EVENTS CONT. 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.

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 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.

DROP-IN GRIEF SUPPORT 12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz County, two locations: 940 Disc Dr., SV • 85 Nielson St., Watsonville Hospice of Santa Cruz County is offering a drop-in grief support group for adults grieving the death of a family member or a friend. This group is a place where you can share stories, learn tools for coping, and receive support from people who care.

For more information, please call (831) 430-3000. Preregistration is required.

DATED EVENTS Saturday October 5

QUAIL HOLLOW RANCH HISTORY TOUR Sunday October 27 1 pm – 3 pm, Quail Hollow Ranch County Park, 800 Quail Hollow Road, Felton Do you enjoy looking through old buildings and learning about their stories? Join history docent, Richard James, on a tour of the Quail Hollow Ranch House and learn about the history of Sun-Kissed Ranch, Sunset Magazine, and the pioneer families who made the ranch their business, home, and vacation haven. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Cost is $3. visit www.scparks.com for more information.

ROARING CAMP: HARVEST FAIRE & STEAM FESTIVAL 11 am – 5 pm, Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Road , Felton Step into the incredible world of steam power at the Harvest Faire & Steam Festival presented by Kinetic Steam Works and Roaring Camp Railroads.

Welcome Fall with heritage children’s activities like scarecrow making, pumpkin patch picking, candle making, and gold panning. Behold a variety of steam and belt-powered equipment on display.

Admission is free for the whole family. Harvest & Steam themed activities include ‘Make & Take’ Scarecrows, Blacksmith and Print Shop demonstrations, gold panning, candle making and much more. Parking $10. www.roaringcamp.com

Sunday October 13

WELCOME BACK MONARCHS DAY! 11 am – 4 pm, Natural Bridges State Beach, 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz Saturdays and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. Join us in welcoming the Monarchs back to this park, PILLS ANONYMOUS (PA) Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are their over-wintering habitat. Participate in numerous going through similar problems, talk about how they 8 a.m., Sutter Hospital, 2025 Soquel Ave activities including arts & crafts, active games for kids, The purpose of PA is to provide a safe, secure, and sup- cope and find recovery. music by the 5M’s (The Mostly Mediocre Musical To locate additional times and locations of meetings, please go Monarch Mariposas), hand-cranked ‘Monarch’ ice portive place for people who are addicted to pills who want to get off of them. PA is offered all over the world. to our website at www.nar-anon.org. cream (pumpkin), information and action booths as well For questions, please contact Gary at (831)801-9578 or as more about Monarch butterflies and how-to’s for a RECOVERING COUPLES ANONYMOUS MEETING Kristin at (831)345-6515 butterfly garden. This event is appropriate for all ages.

First Fridays each month 10:30 a.m.–noon, Sutter Maternity, 2900 Chanticleer Ave, SC Event made possible by Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks, and FIRST FRIDAY ART TOUR RCA is a 12 step group for couples. Our primary SANTA CRUZ TENNIS CLUB California State Parks. www.parks.ca.gov purpose is to stay committed in loving and intimate The First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute of 9 a.m., Soquel High School Tennis Courts relationships and to help other couples achieve freedom Thursday October 17 Contemporary Arts event, managed in conjunction The nonprofit Santa Cruz Tennis Club meets every from dysfunctional relationships. All couples are with the participating art venues. The event takes place Saturday morning at the Soquel High School courts SEYMOUR MARINE DISCOVERY CENTER: welcome whether married or partnered. Some of us year-round and illuminates some of the most talented beginning at 9:00 am. We play doubles and mixed COMMUNITY FREE DAY are new in our coupleships and seek to build intimacy local artists from local galleries. doubles, mostly at an intermediate level, and switch together. We have all found help in Recovering Couples 10 am – 5 pm, Seymour Marine Discovery Center, 100 McAlTo find out where to participate in a First Friday art tour, visit around the players every 45 minutes. lister Way, Santa Cruz Anonymous. firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most galleries are open 12-9 pm for Balls are provided. $2 for first time visitors.

For more information visit our website: https://santacruzrca.org Experience Seymour Marine Discovery Center’s First Friday viewings.) fascinating marine-life exhibits for free on Community or email us at rcasantacruz@yahoo.com Days throughout the year. Parking permits are required Second Saturdays Each Month FRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB

by UCSC. Seymour Center guests will receive three FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH BIBLE STUDY 2ND SATURDAY ON THE FARM 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Peace United Church of Christ at 900 hours of complimentary parking with paid admission.

9:45 a.m: Bible Study • 11 a.m.: Worship 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Ag History Project Center at the Santa Cruz High Street, Santa Cruz seymourcenter.ucsc.edu 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos County Fairgrounds Curious about Shakespeare? The Friday Shakespeare First Baptist Church of Aptos welcomes you to join their Join us every 2nd Saturday on the Farm for free Saturday October 26 Club members discuss the life, times, and influence of family activities. Each month we select a new theme to bible study and worship every Sunday.

William Shakespeare.

SANTA CRUZ CHILI COOK-OFF Call (831) 688-5842 for more info highlight historical agriculture with games, activities, First Sunday of Every Month For information, call 831-684-2832, or go to friday 10 am, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and demonstrations that relate. We often have guest Bring your SANTA CRUZ DINNER CLUB EVENT shakespeare.org or facebook.com/fridayshakespeare. appearances from farm animals like llamas, draft appetite 5 p.m., various member homes throughout county horses, sheep, goats, chickens, rabbits, and more! You and join the FRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB Love to cook, entertain and socialize? Our are sure to find something fun and entertaining for the dinner club events will be held in several homes fun as both OF SANTA CRUZ whole family. professional throughout Santa Cruz County where members 10 am - noon, Peace United Church, 909 High Street Check our website and Facebook page for more details. FREE enjoy gourmet meals, fine wine and conversation. and amateur This is the oldest women’s club in Santa Cruz. The club chefs Joining the club provides a great opportunity to meets to study the life, works and times of William Sundays work their cook, to entertain, and to meet locals that share Shakespeare. Members share group readings and NAR-ANON SANTA CRUZ culinary your interests. insights, discuss history, and universal themes found in 6:30 p.m., Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center (Sutter magic and Learn more about the SC Dinner Club and the fun we his plays and writings.

Room), 2900 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz have by contacting Rhonda Mills at info@SantaCruzDin- compete for For more information please call 831-684-2832 Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families the title of Best Chili! n nerClub.com

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t’s hard to imagine something more interconnected to our county than the Monterey Bay. Over the last few decades our local community has worked on preservation efforts that stopped offshore drilling efforts, ensured the creation of the Marine Sanctuary and now are working to reduce plastic waste.

Plastic waste, in particular single-use plastics, is particularly problematic for our local marine ecosystem. Recently a joint study by the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute found significant amounts of micro plastic particles from the ocean surface to the seafloor.

These plastics threaten marine life and the overall marine ecosystem. Our County has led on environmental efforts in the past and the reduction of single-use plastics is no different. From leading on the single-use plastic bag ban (which became state law), plastic and polystyrene to-go containers to now the elimination of single-use plastic toiletries in the hotel industry (which is appearing that it will become state law as well) the County has set the stage for important, yet practical, environmental changes.

With the collapse of the global recycling market relying just on recycling alone won’t be enough.

As a result, the Board of Supervisors recently moved to reduce single-use plastics even more. Here is a list of some of the proposals the Board is working on implementing in the coming months.

Recent Proposals Prohibiting the sale and purchase of single-use plastic water bottles at County-sponsored events Plan/fund the installation of hydration stations at County facilities and parks Implement a charge (with work to standardize this across the cities and the County) for singleuse cups at unincorporated businesses Look to going to the voters to ask that these single-use fees (for bags and cups) be directed to local environmental cleanup purposes (the fees currently are designed

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to provide a disincentive to use single-use bags/cups but the fees stay with the business) Require all providers of contact lenses to provide free recycling services (most manufacturers offer free take back services) Encourage state legislators to work with the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers to install microfiber filters in washing machines Update Green Schools curriculum to include additional plastic pollution topics Increase funding for public education and outreach on plastic pollution topics

According to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, without changes to our current habits the amount of plastic in the ocean will double in the next six years. The equivalent of a truckload of plastic is dumped into our oceans every minute. So we know more needs to be done.

With your partnership our community will continue to show the way. n ••• As always, I appreciate hearing your thoughts. Feel free to contact me at 454-2200 or visit me during my open office hours in Aptos, Seascape (while the La Selva library is remodeled), Corralitos and Watsonville.

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