Scotts Valley Times April 2012 by Times Publishing Group, Inc.

April 2012

C O M M U N I T Y N E W S T H AT M A K E S A D I F F E R E N C E

Vol 15 No. 4

Serving Scotts Valley, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek & Felton

FIFTH DISTRICT SUPERVISOR RACE

Santa Cruz County

Spring Fair

Candidates Answer Question on the District’s Economy

By Noel Smith

s all the supervisorial districts do in our county, District 5 takes in urban, suburban, rural and wilderness areas. It is shaped like an arrowhead ending in the city of Santa Cruz; pointing to, but not quite reaching Monterey Bay. The District’s major features are the San Lorenzo River, Highway 9 the Santa Cruz Mountains, and is bounded on the east by Highway 17. Ever since the mountains were clear-cut of their natural riches of redwood forests in the late 19th and early 20th Centuries, the communities of Zayante, Felton, Ben Lomond, Brookdale and Boulder Creek along the San Lorenzo River watershed, have been the center of a unique Santa Cruz Mountains out-of-the-main-stream culture. Only Scotts Valley with its economic artery of Highway 17 has seen the constant ebb and flow of investment and growth. So how does a supervisor represent such a variety of interests and cultures? Supervisor Mark Stone took a relatively hands-off approach with his major legislative achievement for the District being the restriction of logging to parcels of 40 acres or more. So, we asked the three candidates, Eric Hammer, Bruce McPherson and Bill Smallman, Please name some specific plans or improvements that you, as supervisor, would work to have the County do to help to improve the economic climate for: 1) Businesses in the San Lorenzo Valley 2) Businesses in Scotts Valley 3) The Visitor Industry throughout District 5 Here are their answers:

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Eric Hammer

Playing games at the Spring Fair Free Event brought to you by the 4-H Clubs of Santa Cruz County pring Fair held at the Santa Cruz County Fair Grounds on April 28, 10 am-3 pm is a great family destination. Smaller and more intimate than the county fair held in September, this fair offers many of the same attractions. Enjoy the horse show, poultry show, rabbit show and petting farm. Watch the fashion review, where youth are challenged to put together outfits given certain constraints, and show them off with poise. Enjoy the animal dress up contest. Only 4-H project animals can be entered in the live animal category, but all are welcome to enter the stuffed animal dress up contest. See a variety of items exhibited that have been made by local youth. Bid on delicious treats at the dessert auction with winners every half hour throughout the afternoon. There will be fun, low-cost carnival games, and a $6 barbeque lunch available. At 11 am, Gail Harlamoff will be giving a demonstration on dog training tips and techniques and showing off her bull terrier’s skills. At 2 pm, we hope to have a fire truck for youth to explore and ask questions of firefighters.

Bruce McPherson

Bill Smallman

Supervisoral District 5 and the 2012 Primary Elections.

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‘Art in the Library’

Program to Showcase Student Art from SVHS riends of the Scotts Valley Library announced today that its popular ‘Art in the Library’ program will be featuring art created by Scotts Valley High School students. The student art exhibit will run from April 15 to June 1. A reception will be held Friday, April 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Scotts Valley Library, giving artists and SVHS art teachers the opportunity to present the art to the community. Student art selected for this Art in the Library program includes works created by students enrolled in the school’s twoyear International Baccalaureate Visual Arts program, as well as the schools standard art courses. Selected pieces are created in a variety of mediums including ceramics, painting, pencil drawings and graphic work. “The community has really embraced our ‘Art in the Library’ program, and we are so pleased to provide a venue for student artists to present their work,” said Elizabeth Walch, president of the Friends of the Library – Scotts Valley Chapter. “The student art show is a terrific way for the library to further extend its commitment to cultural education.” In addition to being presented as a student art show, the showcase will also provide a venue for IB examinations for 2nd year IB Visual Art students. These examinations include an in-depth interview and discussion with the student artist by a visiting IB examiner. “We are so pleased to have the oppor-

tunity to show the incredible talent of our IB Visual Arts students to the entire community,” said David Crawford, IB Coordinator at Scotts Valley High School. “The IB Visual Arts exams for second-year students are typically held off-site from the high school campus. The Scotts Valley Library provides a wonderful venue for the exams – it is a warm, community-oriented environment with wonderful lighting and space to show the student’s work in the best way possible.” The ‘Art in the Library’ program launched its first showing in Summer 2011/12, and each display runs up to three months in length, featuring six to eight artists. n ••• Information on Friends of the Library Scotts Valley and the ‘Art in the Library’ program may be found at www.fsvpl.org/. Artists interested in being considered for future shows may access an application at www.fsvpl.org/p/art-in-library.html.

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Cover Fifth District Supervisor Race – Candidates Answer Question on the District’s Economy By Noel Smith Santa Cruz County Spring Fair – Free Event brought to you by the 4-H Clubs of Santa Cruz County

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Community News ‘Art in the Library’ – Program to Showcase Student Art from SVHS SLV Chamber of Commerce – Upcoming Events • Spring on Over to Scotts Valley 4-H • Artists Wanted for ‘Prints Galore!’ Presented by the Santa Cruz Art League • Searching for Talent … now! • The Distinguished Artists Concert & Lecture Series Presents The Yamaha CFX Piano Series Sons of Italy offering countywide scholarships • Rekindling The Spirit – Distinguished Artists Concert & Lecture Series Michael Olson named 2012 Al Smith Friend of Agriculture April is National Poetry Month • NIHSeniorHealth.gov website Gets New Look, Enhanced Features Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center for April 2012 Internet Crime Complaint Center’s (Ic3) Scam Alerts Health Care Where You Are – Dominican Hospital’s Mobile Wellness Clinic By Noel Smith National Agriculture Day – Poster Contest and Poetry Contest Winners for 2012 • Calling all bowlers and non-bowlers alike! – Fun and funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters at Bowl for Kids’ Sake Easter on the Farm – You Can Find Eggs AND Chickens at the Ag History Project’s Keeping Kids Physically and Mentally Active During Vacation By Carrie Scheiner Stellar Santa Cruz County Spellers of 2012 Monterey Bay Dahlia Society Tuber Sale and Award Winning Growers at Deer Park Sports Wrap Nationally ranked Falcons drop first game to Aptos By Gary Hickey • Cardinal Corner By Chuck Walker

Kids Camp • pages 10-12 Ready for Camp? By Dottie Reed Need a Mentor? Go to Camp!

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Scotts Valley Chamber News • pages 15-18 5th District Supervisor Candidates Forums – Presented by the Scotts Valley and SLV Chambers of Commerce in Partnership with the Local Press • Local Agencies get together to launch Santa Cruz County Business Conditions Survey • Calendar of Upcoming Events Scotts Valley Chamber Travelers Return from Ireland • Harvey J Nickelson Joins Santa Cruz County Bank Board of Directors Danny Reber Elected to Serve as President of the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors • Scotts Valley Chamber Executive Director Participates in SBA Forum • Join the Chamber in Sponsoring one of Scotts Valley’s Favorite Community Events Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Mikala Clements to our Board of Directors • 2012 Valley Easter Project is Underway • Happy Hour Networking Event – April 12 • April Business Networking Mixer –April 26 • Thank You to Our Renewing Members Business Profile Santa Cruz County Bank – Put Your Money Where Your Life Is By Gail Penniman Calendar • Arts & Entertainment – Pages 28 & 29

Monthly Horoscope • Page 29 - Your April Horoscope - Annabel Burton, Astrologer© 22 25 27 30 31

Featured Columnists The Book Bag by Robert Francis – the “Muse” is alive in Santa Cruz County… Work in Progress By Camille Smith – What’s Your Beef? Out & About - By Josie Cowden Classical Reflection by Josef Sekon, DMA – Santa Cruz County Symphony’s Three Bs Encore concert Spring Safety Tips By Mike Conrad, Aptos LaSelva FPD SPCA Featured Pet • Page 31 – Not Just a Number…

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SLV Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events April 11: AMGEN Mixer at Boulder Creek Pizza & Pub at 5 pm 13200-B Central Ave. Boulder Creek May 3: Fundraiser at SLV Museum at 6 pm 12547 Highway 9, Boulder Creek May 3: 5th District Candidate Forum with Scotts Valley Times and Press Banner at SLV High at 7 pm 7105 Highway 9, Felton May 9: Courtyard Plaza Mixer at 5 pm 10090 Suite 6 Highway 9, Ben Lomond San Lorenzo Valley Chamber of Commerce 6265 Highway 9 Felton, CA 95018. Tel # 831-222-2120. Website: www.slvchamber.org ••• Spring on Over to Scotts Valley 4-H pring has sprung and Scotts Valley 4-H is hoppin’ with a basketful of eggciting events. First up, Sectional Presentation Day will be taking place on April 21. Additionally, record book workshops will continue through April. Elections for the Scotts Valley Club’s officer positions will occur in May. Upcoming projects offered by our club include quilting, card-making, beginning dairy goats, cattle and ukulele. Lastly, we are approaching one of our bigger events of the year, the Santa Cruz County Spring Fair. At which we will be hosting a petting zoo and animal fashion show. Members will receive a prize for bringing a friend who is not currently a 4-Her to the fair. On behalf of Scotts Valley 4-H, have a lovely Easter and we hope to see you at the fair! ••• Artists Wanted for ‘Prints Galore!’ Presented by the Santa Cruz Art League urors: Robin McCloskey and Jane Gregorius • Robin McCloskey is a San Francisco Bay Area printmaker, digital artist and teacher at Dominican University. Her work combines photo derived and manipulated imagery with traditional and experimental printmaking techniques. • Jane Gregorius, P r o f e s s o r Emerita, Cabrillo College, works in silkscreen monotyping and printmaking (most often with a political theme), she also makes artists’ books, collages, gouache paintings and recently is experimenting

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with mixed media and installation. • $1,000 in Awards • Exhibit open from July 6 — August 5, 2012, Reception: July 14th, 3-5pm Send SASE to: Santa Cruz Art League, 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Deadline: Jpeg & Prospectus deadline Friday, April 27, 2012, 5pm (jpegs received — not postmarked) For information and your questions contact: cindy@scal.org Santa Cruz Art League open Wed. - Sat. Noon – 5, Sun. Noon - 4 Phone: 831-426-5787 www.scal.org

••• Searching for Talent … now! ow is the time for talented young people, ages 6 thru 18, to sign up for this year’s Search for Talent, to be held April 14 At 1 p.m. at the Olivet (formerly Bethany) Theater. No audition is necessary. If you are, or have a child or grandchild who is a musician, a singer, a dancer, part of a duet or a trio, this is a chance to shine! Call 831-438-1000 (the Pathfinder Co.) for an entry form, and start practicing! Three divisions are scheduled: elementary, junior, and senior. Each lst place is awarded $100; each 2nd place, $50; and each 3rd place, $25. Now is the time to sign up. Deadline is March 31. Space is limited. Hurry! The Exchange Club of Scotts Valley sponsors this event annually. (And we’ve been doing this for over 30 years! American Idol is a Johnnie-come-lately!) ••• The Distinguished Artists Concert & Lecture Series Presents The Yamaha CFX Piano Series Benefit for the Juanita Orlando Grand Piano Fund, located at First Congregational Church, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz • Saturday, April 21, 8 pm Robert Bowman — Music by Bach, Beethoven and Chopin • Sunday, May 6, 7 pm Antonio Iturrioz — Music by Schumann, Liszt, Chopin, Gottschalk and Scriabin

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The Spring Fair is brought to you by 4-H clubs of the Santa Cruz County, a youth development organization run entirely by volunteers. 4-H offers children the opportunity to learn a wide variety of skills and hobbies like robotics, robotics, gardening, engineering, scrap booking, knitting, welding, cooking, tanning, quilting, and animal care, to name a few. It is designed to develop self-confidence and an interest in citizenship and leadership.

Complete a Scavenger Hunt form and turn it in before you leave and you will be entered in a drawing to win a Jamba Juice gift card worth $5. There will be four winners chosen! Entry to the Spring Fair is FREE. And all activities are priced only to cover the costs of the activity and prizes. This is a non-profit event put on to benefit the families of Santa Cruz County. Come to the fair grounds at 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville and continue past the main entrance to the Horse Show Entrance where you will be directed to parking and the fair entrance. The Spring Fair is brought to you by 4-H clubs of the Santa Cruz County, a youth development organization run entirely by volunteers. 4-H offers children the opportunity to learn a wide variety of skills and hobbies like robotics, robotics, gardening, engineering, scrap booking, knitting, welding, cooking, tanning, quilting, and animal care, to name a few. It is designed to develop self-confidence and an interest in citizenship and leadership. For more information on 4-H and the clubs in Santa Cruz County, go to http://cesantacruz.ucdavis.edu/Youth_ Development/ or email 4hscottsvalley@gmail.com. n ••• For questions regarding the Spring Fair or the 4-H contact Mindy Gillen, volunteer leader of the Scotts Valley 4-H club at 4hscottsvalley@gmail.com or 831-566-1178. “Briefs” from pg 3

• Saturday, June 2, 8 pm Chetan Tierra — Music by Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven, Franck Tickets: Suggested Donation from $25 at the door Information: 831-539-0000 www.distinguishedartists.org • Contact Person: John Orlando 831-539-0000 ••• Sons of Italy offering countywide scholarships he Watsonville Sons of Italy, Lodge #2016, is hosting countywide scholarships for high school students graduating this year. The scholarship due date is April 13, 2012. The general criteria for the scholarship applicants are: he/she must be of Italian heritage and a member of Watsonville Sons of Italy, Lodge 2016; he/she must have a home address within the Santa Cruz County boundary; and he/she must have a 3.0 or

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better grade point average. Also required are: a detailed paragraph of up to 300 words on their Italian heritage; a minimum of two letters of recommendation from teachers, administrators or members of the community; and a complete official transcript and recent test scores, i.e. SAT or ACT. Applications can be downloaded from the Watsonville Sons of Italy website at http://www.sonsofitaly watsonville.org/. If you have any questions, there is contact information on the application. ••• The Distinguished Artists Concert & Lecture Series Presents Rekindling The Spirit am absolutely thrilled to perform the divine Beethoven Romances with the Cadenza Chamber Orchestra and share a program with pianist John Orlando. Please join us in celebrating an evening of glorious music in our community! — Rebecca Jackson

Rekindling The Spirit of The Age of Enlightenment An exceptional program of Philosophy, Music and History aturday, March 31, First Congregational Church, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz 11 a.m. Panel Discussion on “Rekindling The Spirit of The Age of Enlightenment” moderated by Nancy Brown (free to the public) 7 p.m. Pre-concert lecture by historian Don Adkins 8 p.m. CONCERT: Cadenza Chamber Orchestra, Maya Rebecca Jackson Barsacq, Director – Rebecca Jackson, violin – John Orlando, piano Program: Beethoven Romances I & II – Mozart’s Piano Concerto in B Flat, K. 450 – Anica Galindo’s Trinitas Tickets start at $25 Premium reserve tickets $40. www.ticketguys.com or 831-656-9507 or and at the door. Information at www.distinguishedartists.org or 831-539-0000. n

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1) Improving the economic climate for Businesses in the San Lorenzo Valley Eric Hammer – As President of the Boulder Creek Business Association, I have been working to re-create the historic scenic corridor. I have been working to foster the relationship with Felton Business Association and the San Lorenzo Valley Chamber, and reaching out to Scotts Valley Chamber to try to work more collaboratively to promote business and tourism opportunities in this area. Specifically, I will work to promote the parks in Big Basin, Henry Cowell, Roaring Camp and Castle Rock to ensure that we are fully taking advantage of the eco-tourism opportunities in this area. I think that a high quality strategic marketing plan would be the first step. Improving infrastructure and roads would impact the businesses in the San Lorenzo Valley greatly, and this is one of my three main priorities as County Supervisor. Easier and safer access to the valley would draw more business and more tourism dollars. Bruce McPherson – To improve businesses in the San Lorenzo Valley we need to build on what works for us. Tourism, built around the magnificent state parks that surround us, is the key. Each of the SLV communities has something special as a foundation: Felton, with Henry Cowell Redwoods and Roaring Camp Railroads; Ben Lomond, with its “swimming hole” that needs to be revived; a “renewed” Brookdale Lodge, and Boulder Creek being the entrance to Big Basin, California’s first state park. These all are examples of how “jobs and the environment work together.” We have long-discussed and viable town plans that can be the basis of upgrading our communities, such as a new library in Felton. We should revisit them. To make all this work, Santa Cruz County needs to make a commitment to improving our roads in SLV. Bill Smallman – (1 and 2.) I will create a “Board of Economic Development,” BOED. Currently the County has a Workforce Investment Board, WIB, and full time economic development, ED, staff members. The WIB has members of which has little or no business experience. My idea is for the BOED to consist entirely of members with business experience and talent for economic development. This board would either assist or replace WIB at less cost. The current ED staff members would work under this Board. This Board would support business startup or expansion plans. The public, at no cost, could submit plans for review, support and feedback. The BOED can expand vocational training in our local schools by researching the latest industries, attracting potential instructors and providing this information to the local School Boards. The County could provide the

best vocational training in the State. Meetings can be educational and informative by including guest speakers of successful business owners. BOED can invite outside companies which may be interested in relocating to the County. BOED can sponsor and hold networking events. BOED can review the way the County is doing business by eliminating regulations which the County is doing which are both hampering economic development and serving no purpose. Obviously, any regulations which do provide a purpose of issues like public safety, environmental protection etc. would be maintained. Next, BOED can review the County as if it were a business with the goal of making the County more efficient. And, BOED can inform Planning Department of any land use issues or any infrastructure upgrades to accommodate new businesses. 2) Improving the economic climate for Businesses in Scotts Valley Bill Smallman – (See answer to question #1) Eric Hammer – Scotts Valley is the gateway to the pristine parks that I mentioned above – it is the place to stay and shop when visiting the parks in the 5th District. We need to be looking at Scotts Valley and the San Lorenzo Valley as one interrelated area, with all the chambers and businesses working together. I would like to see us promote tourism collaboratively to best serve the region. I will work to entice and offer incentives to new and innovative businesses to open up shop in Scotts Valley and throughout the Fifth District. A great example of this is the growing art community in Scotts Valley - I would like to see us promote and expand upon the incredible artisan work that is currently happening in this area. Bruce McPherson – Scotts Valley, with its more convenient access to Silicon Valley, has the potential to increase its involvement with the high tech industry. There are many people who live in the other SV - Silicon Valley would prefer living in “our SV.” They have been here before, they can be here again in “our SV plant.” This will take a coordinated, dedicated effort to bring back high tech to Scotts Valley, but we can do it. There are good examples of how Scotts Valley has made it into the “clean industry:” Zero Motorcycles and Easton Bell Sports on Scotts Valley Drive. The Hilton Hotel has rejuvenated the tourism industry in Scott Valley, where visitors are between the “redwoods and the sea.” Let’s build on these and other companies who have that same vision for the future of making Scotts Valley an economic and environmentally friendly place to do business, and employ the people in our neighborhoods. 3) Improving the economic climate for the Visitor Industry throughout District 5 Bruce McPherson – The visitor industry, with its attractions that include our state parks, Roaring Camp Railroads, area world

class golf courses, respected higher education institutions, high class wineries, environmentfriendly business, and more, is the “rock” to a brighter economic future in the 5th District. We need to make a concentrated effort to coordinate our goals on a path toward economic resurgence, vitality and sustainability. To make this become a reality, we need to upgrade our transportation network, rededicate ourselves to improving our public education system, and give residents comfort that the outstanding public safety services we applaud from our police, fire and “firstresponder” services will be continued. We have witnessed in the past how we come together in a “time of crisis,” such as flood, fire or earthquake. Let’s coordinate our efforts today so there is a better life for all of us tomorrow. Bill Smallman – The tourism industry for District 5 would be benefited by increased tourism in Santa Cruz. The Beach Flats area and the La Bahia hotel could be improved from being a ghetto to a waterfront area similar to other coastal cities, which attract off-season tourism. I support the Town Center in Scotts Valley, and definitely believe this will attract tourism. The BOED could have helped with the failure of the owner of the Brookdale Lodge, and the County should look at helping the current owner. The 5th District could also attract tourism close to the beautiful areas it abounds with that are ideal for hiking, moun-

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tain biking and horseback riding. I would also like to revisit the manmade reservoir proposed by the sand quarry operator. I believe it was in the early nineties, they wanted to extend their mining permit and actually build a manmade reservoir at no cost. It could provide for recreation, water storage and groundwater recharge. Perhaps accommodations, like mentioned above, could be built as they would also be next to the Zayante Sand Hills area hiking trails. Eric Hammer – As I stated above, one of my priorities in this campaign focuses on improving infrastructure and roads, which not only impacts our economy through tourism dollars, but has become a public safety issue as well. This will greatly improve the visitor experience throughout the Fifth District. I will support measures to promote and increase tourism in this region. I also believe that protecting our incredible environment in this District is a priority, and a huge attraction for tourism. We make money off of our amazing natural resource, and we must protect it so that we can maintain it. As a self-employed business owner in this Valley, I understand the struggles of the business community. And as a builder, I understand the struggles that the trades undergo in their efforts to be compliant. I will work to make this more efficient and userfriendly. n

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Michael Olson named 2012 Al Smith Friend of Agriculture

Broadcast Personality and Speaker for Agriculture Presented Award

he 2012 Al Smith Friend of Agriculture award was presented today to the Michael Olson who is an award winning broadcast personality and speaker. The award was presented at the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau and AgriCulture’s National Agriculture Day Spring Luncheon held at the Codiga Center & Museum located at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. This year’s presenter was Laura Tourte, Director, University of California Cooperative Extension Service, which was the 2011 award recipient. Al Smith was the founder of Orchard Supply Hardware and donated 3,000 acres (Swanton Pacific Ranch) on our north coast to Cal Poly. The ranch has row crops, timber and even a one-thirdscale railroad, which was Al’s hobby. This is why the award is on a piece of

redwood with a train depicted on it. The award is presented annually to an individual, business or organization not involved in production agriculture but has done much for the industry. Michael Olson Agriculturalist and Consultant: Michael Olson cultivated his first crop at the age of six with what he imagined, at the time, was the world’s biggest tractor. He has since participated in the commercial production of beans, beets, blueberries, cattle, garlic, hay, oats, shallots, strawberries, turf grass, wheat and wine grapes in the states of California, Montana and Oregon. Michael consults on farming projects throughout the world – ranging from the City of Watts to the island nation of Cyprus, to the jungles of the Amazon. Journalist, Author, Speaker and Broadcast Personality: Michael Olson is an award winning broadcast personality and speaker. He has appeared on and/or hosted more than 1,000 TV and radio shows, authored awardwinning books, and has been published and quoted in hundreds of magazines, newspapers and websites. Michael’s book, MetroFarm, is a recipient of the Benjamin Franklin Book of the Year Award. Professionals like Charles Walters of ACRES USA said, “MetroFarm tells how to convert an opportunity into a real going concern. Each process is laid out with impressive thoroughness, every chapter organized around the logic of practicality. For every task or problem needing solu-

tion, Olson offers a progression of steps arranged in the correct sequence so that the desired goal is achieved.” Bob Hoffstetter, of New Farm Magazine stated, “MetroFarm is filled with marketing and business management basics that entertain and enlighten. Case studies show how successful metrofarmers possess the vision and persistence to prosper.” Paul Otten, Northland Berry News said, “What a book! Its obvious MetroFarm was not written by someone sitting in an ivory tower, it comes from the trenches, from the school of hard knocks. A superb job!” Michael has served as the executive producer and host of the award winning and syndicated Food Chain Radio Show, broadcasting for 760+ Saturdays from the studios of KSCO Radio. He has produced, written and/or photographed feature-length news for a variety of media, including the San Francisco Chronicle and Examiner, Small Space Gardening, NBC, ABC, Australian B r o a d c a s t Commission, and KQED Public Television networks. His production and photography contributed to a National Emmy nomination for NBC Magazine with David Brinkley. His recently authored Tales from a Tin Can, the oral history of a World War II US Navy destroyer, earning a Starred Review from Publishers Weekly. Michael has given numerous keynotes, speeches, lectures and workshops: from the “Acres USA Conferences in St. Louis” and the “Institute of Biological Agriculture, Drummondville, Quebec” to “ Natural Bridges School in Santa Cruz” and “Much Ado About Books in Jacksonville, Florida” including agricultural topics from “We are What We Eat” and “Let Thy Food be Thy Medicine” to “The Three Laws of the Food Chain”, “Economies of Scale” and “Becoming a Price Maker Instead of a Price Taker”. CEO, Andrew Van Valer said, “Michael Olson mesmerized our group with his details, entertaining stories, and more importantly, his passion for communities. Michael has a great skill of transferring his vast experiences and knowledge

Michael Olson cultivated his first crop at the age of six with what he imagined, at the time, was the world’s biggest tractor.

Michael Olsen works in the field

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to a group that inspires them to take action. He is what every one wants to hear in a speaker — himself! Michael is passionate about our food supply and our economy.” Community Builder: Michael gives generously of his time as he volunteers for our local community and international organizations. To name a few: Michael serves as a board of director member for Think Local First and Aptos Community Garden. He is a member and past president of the Santa Cruz Host Lions where he recently received the rarely granted commendation from the Lion’s International President, Sid L. Scruggs: “Michael Olson is recognized for being a “Beacon of Hope” to those in need around the world.” Business Person: Michael’s business ventures include the designing, blending and packaging of a State of California certified and registered “specialty fertilizer” for container-grown house and garden plants and for the national lawn and garden market. He is a partner of MO MultiMedia and the general manager of the KSCO / KOMY radio station since January of 1994. Education: University of California: BA English / Chinese Literature. Also presented at the luncheon were the winner of the 2012 National Ag Day Poster and Poetry Contests. Attached is a list of the winners. It was announced at the luncheon Kevin Bargetto was selected as the 2012 recipient of the Jimmie Cox Memorial Scholarship. Attached is information about Kevin. Masters of Ceremonies for the event were Past-President John E. Eiskamp and 1st Vice President Cynthia Mathiesen. Willy Elliott-McCrea, Executive Director, Second Harvest Food Bank, was the featured speaker, speaking on the topic of “Health Grows Here.” n ••• Submitted by Marlene Olson for the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau: 831-566-4203 (Cell)

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Nationally ranked Falcons drop first game to Aptos By Gary Hickey

n Friday, March 23, the Scotts Valley Falcons lacrosse team traveled to the Aptos Mariners for an important league game to determine who gets bragging honors for 1st place. Both teams were undefeated in league action. The Mariners struck in the first 2 minutes of the game. Falcons answer 30 seconds later. Aptos scores the next 2 then Scotts Valley adds 2 of its own to even the game. In the last 2 minutes of the quarter, the Mariners score again to end the 1st quarter 4-3 Aptos. The Mariners extend their lead late in the 2nd quarter, but the Falcons tally one with 50 seconds left. A very close game had Aptos up at half 5-4. Scotts Valley ties the game in the 3rd, but Aptos regains the lead for a minute until Scotts Valley ties the game to end the 3rd quarter even 6-6. Aptos takes the lead again and holds it for most of the 4th period. Scotts Valley scraps back to tie it with less than 3 minutes to go. The Mariners would prevail and score the final goal to win it 8-7.

Scotts Valley outshot Aptos but couldn’t find the goal often enough. Topping the scoring for Scotts Valley was Collin Corbella with 4 goals. Scoring leaders Wesley Koenig and Spencer Fogelquist were shutdown, only getting 1 goal and 1 assist each. Jake Rehnberg also added a goal and an assist. Bradley McClarnon and Anton Galewski each had an assist. The Falcon defense played well but

had several lapses. The highflying Falcons were brought back down to earth tonight by a stronger Aptos Mariners team. These two teams will meet up again later in the season. The Falcons move to 8-1 overall while the Mariners are 9-2. n

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Stanford Basketball Teams Outshine Competition

By Chuck Walker

oth men and women’s basketball teams have made it to top tier (Men’s – NIT, Women’s NCAA) among the elite college teams, throughout the country. For five years in a row The Cardinal Women’s Basketball team has been in the Final Four, but hasn’t been able to bring home the NCAA championship trophy since 1992. This may be their year with the Ogwumike sisters, Nnemkadi (SR, 6-2) and Chiney (SO, 6-3), being voted unanimously to the AP All-American Teams (first and second, respectively). Nnemkadi (Nneka) was also voted the Pac-12 Player of the Year, and the Most Outstanding Player of both the Pac-12 Tournament and Fresno Regional. After crushing Duke University in an 81-69 rout, Stanford now goes on to face No. 1 seed, Baylor, in the semi-finals in Denver on Saturday, April 1st. Nneka and her teammates will be playing against an undefeated team (38-0) and 6 foot 8, Baylor center, Brittney Griner. But despite the height advantage, Nneka and Brittney are evenly matched with both averaging 22 to 23 points per game along with 9 to 10 rebounds. Both All-Americans received the maximum 200 points of votes from the 40member voting AP panel. While Brittney is still a junior and has one more year of college to play for Baylor, Nneka is a senior this year and is expected to be the No. 1 pick for the WNBA draft. ••• eanwhile, the Men’s in the Finals of the National Invitational Tournament (NIT) beat Minnesota in a 75-51 rout to win the NIT championship Wednesday, March 28 at Madison Square Garden. The Men’s Basketball Team stopped a cold shooting Minnesota team with their guards. Coming

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The Ogwumike sisters Nneka (30) and Chiney (13), a hard combination to beat.

off the bench Freshman Chasson Randle and sophomore Aaron Bright each had 15 points. By the final buzzer, the third-seeded Cardinal (26-11) had won their second NIT title, the first coming in 1991. Both teams got off to a strong start, but then Stanford turned up the defensive pressure. The Sixth-seeded Golden

Gophers (23-15) missed 16 of its last 19 field goals in the first half. The Cardinal scored 12 straight points to go ahead 29-21 with 4:30 left in the half. Bright had six points, including a four-point play, and two assists during the run and garnered Most Outstanding Player honors for the NIT Championship Game. n

CommunityNews

April is National Poetry Month

he Cultural Council is celebrating and promoting National Poetry Month through a series of readings with its 2012-13 Poet Laureate David Swanger. Throughout the month, Swanger will present readings to the City Councils of Scotts Valley, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Watsonville, as well as the County Board of Supervisors. The intention of these readings is to further emphasize the importance of the arts, particularly literary arts, in the community at the municipal level. Other upcoming readings include: An Evening of Poems about Places: Tuesday, April 17 at 7 pm (Doors open at 6:45pm) Kuumbwa Jazz, 320-2 Cedar

Street, Santa Cruz featuring 2012-13 Poet Laureate David Swanger and 2010-11 Poet Laureate Gary Young moderated by Dennis Morton, producer of the KUSP Poetry Show. A Community Reading with San

he National Institute on Aging (NIA) announces the expansion and updating of NIHSeniorHealth, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) health and wellness website designed for older adults. The redesigned site includes more menu choices, longer pages, and a new search feature that offers access to a wider range of senior-related health resources. Presented in an inviting, colorful, and still easy-to-use format, the new NIHSeniorHealth features nearly 60 health topics, more than 150 open-captioned videos, as well as frequently asked questions, quizzes, and web training materials—all especially designed for boomers and their parents. Health information is one of the key topics that older adults search for online according to the Pew Research Center, and

since its launch in 2003, NIHSeniorHealth has been an accessible source of reliable, up-to-date health information for adults 60 plus. Built to address cognitive and vision changes that commonly occur with age, NIHSeniorHealth includes seniorfriendly features such as large type, simple navigation and open-captioned videos that make the site especially easy for older adults to use. Current topics cover healthy aging, memory and mental health, medical care, caregiving, and safety issues. Visitors to the site can also learn about ways to prevent, diagnose and treat aging-related diseases and conditions such as COPD, arthritis, cancer and glaucoma. Coming soon are topics on prescription drug abuse, hip replacement surgery, and older driver safety. n

Poet Laureate David Swanger

Lorenzo Valley Poetry: Thursday, April 26 at 7 pm Felton Community Hall, 6191 Highway 9 organized by the Felton Library Friends. Says Swanger of National Poetry Month, “For personal reasons, I like to find T.S. Eliot wrong, despite his terrific poetry. In this case, April, rather than being ‘the cruelest month,’ may be ‘poetry’s most celebratory month’ — at least in Santa Cruz County.” Inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996, National Poetry Month is now held every April, when publishers, booksellers, literary organizations, libraries, schools, and poets

around the country band together to celebrate poetry and its vital place in American culture. Please visit the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County website ccscc.org/ for more information about National Poetry Month, upcoming literary events, and Poet Laureate David Swanger. The Poet Laureate program is presented in collaboration with the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County, Poetry Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County Office of Education, and Santa Cruz County Parks Department. n

Visit the new NIHSeniorHealth at www.nihseniorhealth.gov. Be sure to sign

up for free updates and forward a link to the site to older friends and relatives. n

NIHSeniorHealth.gov website Gets New Look, Enhanced Features

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KidsCamp

Ready for Camp?

Dottie Reed

hat is the best age to start camp?” asked a prospective camper ’s mom yesterday. It’s a great question, and given that it was asked in three phone conversations this past week alone, seems to call for some conventional wisdom offered to a broader audience. As a simple but dependable guideline, a child is usually ready for overnight camp when he or she can successfully spend one night away from home with a buddy. On average, sleepovers start at age eight or nine, as the social skills and independence that emerge in first and second grade provide kids with the confidence to spread their wings. For some, this might not happen until age eleven or twelve or later, but the bottom line is that one productive night away from home sets the stage not just for surviving but, in fact, thriving in a three-and-a-half and, yes, even seven-week session. This “rule of thumb” (and over 100 years of institutional experience) often serves as an eye-opening, if not comforting, benchmark for parents who might otherwise assume their children are too young for sleep-away camp, and for campers who aren’t sure if they’ll be able to manage. You may experience a major disconnect between your head and your heart before your child goes to camp for the first time. We know that we want our children to be happy and not sad; to be successful and strong; to say and do the right things so they will make friends; to be comfort-

able in their own skin as well as respect the uniqueness of others. We reason that if we keep them by our side, provide the answers and safely pave each step of the way, we can be sure they’ll land where we want. But what happens beyond that landing pad? Ultimately, kids struggle both academically and socially if their “inner compass” for solving problems, making decisions, and establishing relationships — all necessary skills for a successful and satisfying life — has never been activated. You certainly don’t want that to occur at the college gate. Letting go can feel like cutting off your right arm, especially when there is the potential for your child to experience homesickness or uncertainty, or make a mistake, or not eat because he or she is a picky eater. You might intellectually recognize that your child will benefit from (not to mention enjoy!) an experience away from home, but, boy, the parental heart

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pounds at the very idea of letting him or her go. “Independence Education” follows a learning curve similar to math, reading, or sports. A teen or young adult doesn’t understand calculus, write a cohesive term paper, or consistently throw strikes without having acquired essential building blocks along the way. Similarly, a teen or young adult doesn’t wake up confident, independent and eager to try new things on a specific birthday. So how does he or she get there? By having adults offer appropriate doses of independence at appropriate times and have the courage to say, “Go for it. I know you can do it.” Certainly there are many ways to offer such opportunities to your child. Excellent summer camps, however, were established to partner with parents in this very mission.

If you do determine that this summer is the time for sleep-away camp, it is totally natural for both your child and you to be nervous ... and even more so as summer approaches. For better or worse, know that it will be harder on you than on your child. While you’re at home “letting go,” he or she will settle in and, under the guidance of supportive and caring staff, be doing all the things you hope for: making new friends, trying new activities, living in a gorgeous and healthy place. And if your child feels homesick — which most everyone, regardless of age, experiences in an unfamiliar setting — your heart might ache, but your head will know that overcoming homesickness will launch your child to the next stage of independence. Going to camp gives kids the confidence to embrace further adventures, knowing that if they did it once, they can do it again. Believe it or not, camp sessions fly by. And once kids are back home and you can listen to camp stories, hear them sing the camp songs, and sense their pride in all they have done and accomplished, you’ll know in your head and your heart that you’ve given a wonderful gift. n ••• Dottie Reed is the head administrator at Camp Pemigewassett in Wentworth, New Hampshire. Contact the author at dottie@camppemi.com.

Monte Vista Horsemanship Camp Phone: (831) 206-9707 Week-Long Sessions web: www.montevistaequestrian.com email: MVEquestrian@gmail.com Sleep-Over or Day Sessions Mailing Address: 2 School Way, Watsonville, CA 95076 June thru August The week-long Horsemanship Camp at Monte Vista Christian School is a wonderful opportunity for boys and girls to spend hours every day riding and learning about horses. We have wonderful school horses for riders of every experience level. We offer Western and English riding, as well as crafts, swimming, archery and marshmallow roasting at the evening campfire. Sign up today for an unbelievable summer camp experience! Call Cassie Belmont at (831) 206-9707, email MVEquestrian@gmail.com or visit www.montevistaequestrian.com for more information today!

Gateway School Summer Camp Phone: (831) 423-0341 ext. 334 June 18-August 10 web: www.gatewaysc.org/campgateway/ 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mailing Address: 126 Eucalyptus Ave., Santa Cruz 95060 (Flexible Schedule) This year we have changed our name to Camp Gateway and while we have made some new and exciting changes, families can still expect the same commitment to quality childcare, enrichment and summer fun. With our combination of day camp and specialty classes, we pride ourselves on being a unique one-stop option for families in the greater Santa Cruz area. Our Day Camp programs offer children in grades K-6 a variety of creative games, sports, arts & crafts, cooking, and themed weeks, all under the guidance of experienced and enthusiastic staff. We also offer over 50 specialty classes including; Marine Science and Kayaking, Lego® Robotics, Sand Sculpting, Quidditch and many more! Visit our new and improved website to browse classes, learn more about camp and register.

KidsCamp

Need a Mentor? Go to Camp!

entoring encourages the positive relationships that are critical to the development of children and youth that are developed and encouraged each year at camp. The idea of a mentor is an ancient one. In Greek mythology, when Odysseus, King of Ithaca, went to battle in the Trojan War, he placed his friend, Mentor, in charge of his son and his kingdom. Today, Mentor has become synonymous with someone who imparts wisdom to and shares knowledge with a less experienced person. Mentoring relationships are special and often lifechanging. The camp experience is uniquely designed to foster these relationships. When counselors and camp staff engage with campers, they are not just teaching – they are using the core elements of positive mentoring relationships. Camp counselors share and teach through stories and anecdotes. They impart wisdom from their own successes and failures, and offer the insight that comes from experience. Camp counselors model appropriate behaviors. They show campers how to

play fairly, show empathy, and win and lose gracefully. Camp counselors guide campers through the learning landscape of life. They teach the things that cannot be taught in school – how to live with others, how to build friendships, how to lead and how to work as a team. Camp counselors support campers emotionally. They offer reassurance when situations become difficult or overwhelming. Counselors are there to not only lend a hand, but to help campers work through difficult moments and feel the sense of accomplishment that comes from conquering obstacles. These relationships aren’t just a nice addition to childhood and young adult development — kids need them. They need nurturing mentors — people outside of their family that take an interest in who they are, root for their successes, and help them learn that failures are critical stepping stones on the path of success. Each year for millions of children and youth, those relationships are developed at camp. “Kids Camp” > 13

Santa Cruz Soccer Camp

Jim Booth Swim School Now at

HARVEY WEST POOL

Learn to Swim!

in Santa Cruz! Also in Watsonville

We start babies at four months in our comfortable 940 pools.

722-3500 Call Jim—New Classes forming!

“This is the way to start babies in the water.” -Mike Bottom US Olympic Team

www.jimboothswimschool.com

BIRTHDAY PARTIES & SATURDAY SWIM now available at our indoor pool

2012 World Cup Summer Camps

Super FUNdamentals (Boys and Girls, ages 6-14) 9 am — Noon • $125 Little Skillsbuilders (Boys and Girls, ages 4-6) 9:30 am — 11 am • $75 June 18 - 22

Scotts Valley (Skypark Sports Complex)

June 25 - 29

Soquel (Anna Jean Cummings Park)

July 2 - 6

Ben Lomond (Highlands Park)

July 16 - 20

Aptos (Polo Fields)

July 23 - 27

Santa Cruz (Mission Hill Middle School)

July 30 - Aug 3 Scotts Valley (Skypark Sports Complex) Phone: (831) 246-1517 Week-Long Soccer Camps June 11 thru August 28 web: santacruzsoccercamp.com Delaveaga Park Santa Cruz Soccer Camp celebrates our 31st year at Deleavaga Park. Join in the fun which includes tee shirts, snack time with story, an awards ceremony, and a big parent-camper game. Ages 5-15, youth can continue on with our Leadership Developement Program, which successfully produces most of our coaches and directors. We have local coaches and a scholarship and school donation program. This summer, our 11 week long camps starting June 11th, will include two Spanish Immersion groups for kids wanting to learn Spanish. For more info.call: 246-1517 or go to: www.santacruzsoccercamp.com

August 6 - 10

Soquel (Anna Jean Cummings Park)

Don’t miss these amazing opportunities for your young player to enjoy and celebrate the greatest game in the world: SOCCER! Call for information on small-group and team discounts!

To register or more information go to www.catalytsoccer.com or simply call Catalyst at (831) 423-3556

Pacific Edge Rock Climbing Phone: (831) 454-9254 Rock Climbing Camps webl: www.pacificedgeclimbinggym.com One-Week Camps Mailing Address: 104 Bronson St., Ste. #12, Santa Cruz 95062 Starting June 18 Have more Fun working out! Pacific Edge offers exciting alternatives for fitness. Rock climbing challenges your mind while building every muscle in your body. Climbing can provide a lifetime of learning and fitness. We are a full service technical rock climbing school. We have a weight room, cardio deck, saunas and showers. Pacific Edge also offers Yoga, Pilates, and Core Conditioning, in our beautiful Studio with 15 classes each week. Pacific Edge, the Santa Cruz Resource for Fitness, Fun & Community, since 1993.

Basketball Jones Aptos: June 25-29 Santa Cruz: July 30 - August 3

Phone: 800.348.3803 Web Site: www.basketballjonescamps.com Aptos: Aptos High School • Santa Cruz: Mission Hill School

Basketball Jones Hoop Camps is a great avenue for any young basketball player who is looking to improve their basketball game. With over 200 camps under our belt and over 15,000 campers having gone through our program there is NO trial and error. We are cofident that this is the camp for your child to refine their basketball skills, improve on team concepts, have fun and meet new friends! We have sold out both of our camps in Santa Cruz County the past five years!

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Jim Booth Swim School Call Jim — New Classes Forming!

Phone: (831) 722-3500 web: www.jimboothswimschool.com

Jim Booth Swim School is known for its gentle classes where infants are taught to swim and are never dunked or forced. Parents feel comfortable that they are starting their children in a safe and sensible way. Jim Booth Swim School gives children of all ages the foundations required to be great swimmers for their entire lives. Mike Bottom, a member of the U.S. Olympic Swim Team said, “This is the way to start babies in the water.” For more information call Jim Booth Swim School at (831)722-3500 or visit www.jimboothswimschool.com.

Catalyst Soccer Seven One-Week Classes June 18 thru Aug 10

Phone: (831) 423-3556 web: www.catalystsoccer.com email: info@catalystsoccer.com Mailing Address: PO Box 1175, Santa Cruz, CA 95061

Catalyst Summer Soccer Camps 2012: Player and Skill Development! This summer, Catalyst Soccer is celebrating the beautiful sport of soccer with a top level development and instruction for all soccer loving young players. Catalyst Soccer has been at the forefront of youth soccer development since 1999 and has helped develop thousands of young players towards the skillful side of the game with their passion and professional approach to youth development. We hope to inspire, educate and celebrate during this amazing sport this summer with Catalyst Soccer. Boys and Girls who love soccer will love the FUN and LEARNING of Catalyst Soccer! For more information on a summer camp in your neighborhood, please call Catalyst at (831) 4233556 or go to www.catalystsoccer.com

Frontier Ranch Mission Springs Summer Camp Overnight resident camp for kids grades 4-9 June 17 thru August 11

Phone: (831) 335-9133 Fax: (831) 335-7726 email: campregistrar@missionsprings.com Mailing Address: 1050 Lockhart Gulch, Scotts Valley, CA 95066 website: Frontier-Ranch.com Camp Director: Brian McCutchen

Frontier Ranch, a summer camp for grades 4-9, is located at Mission Springs in the Mountains of Scotts Valley. We offer 7-day resident camps that are packed full of fun programs and adventurous activities. Since 1967, Frontier Ranch had been a place where friendships are fostered, and where campers are encouraged to try new things and grow as a person. Frontier Ranch is a faith-based Christian Camp. Check us out on the web! Frontier-Ranch.com.

Register before May 16th & Save $15.00! High-Quality Basketball Instruction Day Camps For Boys & Girls Ages 7-15 Over 10,000 campers coached! All Experience Levels Welcome Group Discounts Available: 800-348-3803

APTOS CAMP at Aptos High School

June 25-29

SANTA CRUZ CAMP at Mission Hill Middle School

July 30-August 3 Sold Out Past 5 Years!

New This Year Revolutionary Basketball Concepts for our Youngest Campers

Call 1-800-348-3803 for more information or visit our website and register online at: www.basketballjonescamps.com

CommunityNews

Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center for April 2012 “In My Life” April 4 — June 23, 2012 here are places I remember all my life though some have changed. Some forever not for better, some have gone and some remain. All these places have their moments with lovers and friends I still can recall. Some are dead and some are living. In my life I’ve loved them all.” John Lennon & Paul McCartney, 1965 We encourage all mediums: jewelry, glass, ceramics, paintings, prints, baskets, sculpture, textiles...the more the merrier! Visit our website for a PDF Prospectus. Deliver work to the Gallery on Sunday, April 1, 2 - 5 p.m.

Upcoming Youth Classes

Spring Break Art Camp (ages 6-12) April 2 - 6 • Monday - Friday

“Bring on the Spring Things” With Lisa Alexander 9 am - 12 pm tudents will use a variety of media such as pastel, watercolor, and pen & ink as we create springtime artwork. We will walk to our neighborhood park to explore, and find inspiration in nature. We will also

ued exploration for the returning students. Learn how to build, program and control a robot!

Call for Artists (Adult)

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Contact Public Relations at 765.349.3317 or pr@ACAcamps.org to interview an ACA spokesperson or for more information about how camp develops positive mentoring relationships. For customizable public service announcements or article reprints, visit our Media Center at www.ACAcamps.org/media. n •••

Upcoming Adult Classes

“Makin’ It Tall” With Jennifer Hennig Wed - Fri - Mon, April 9, 11, 13, 16, 16, 20, May 2, 4, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. e’re going tall! This handbuilding class goes through the essentials in making a sound, large sculpture, from construction through glazing. Intermediate clay experience is essential. Beginners not advised.

W look for spring things in the work of artists such as Georgia O’Keefe and Claude Monet. Subjects for projects will include animals, plants and landscapes.

“Creative Spring Clay Camp” With Nora Sarkissian 12 pm - 3 pm tuThrough lessons/techniques, we will learn how to make animals, mythological creatures, story post and things for spring! Come and explore using your imaginations into the 3-D world of clay.

Art Saturdays (ages 6-12)

Four Saturdays: April 21, 28, May 5, 19

“Fantastic Fibers” With Lori Wilson 10 am - 12 pm he Art of Fabric Dying - Learn how to tie dye, Batik and print colors on fabric.

“Paper Creations” With Anouk Johanna 12:30 - 2:30 pm ake four paper creations (one each week).

“Robotics I & II” (grades 3 - HS) With Brenda Berg 3 - 5 pm ntroduction to building/programming robots AND contin-

“Oil & Acrylic Painting: All Levels” With Brenda Berg Eight Wednesdays, April 11 - May 30 6-9 pm or beginners who would like to learn to paint with oils or acrylics, and for those with painting experience. n ••• Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center (SMAC) 9341 Mill Street Ben Lomond, CA 95005. Tel # 831-336-3513. Website: www.mountainartcenter.org

The American Camp Association® (ACA) works to preserve, promote, and enhance the camp experience for children and adults. ACA-Accredited® camp programs ensure that children are provided with a diversity of educational and developmentally challenging learning opportunities. There are over 2,400 ACA-accredited camps that meet up to 300 health and safety standards. For more information, visit www.CampParents.org.

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CommunityNews

Internet Crime Complaint Center’s (Ic3) Scam Alerts

This report, which is based upon information from law enforcement and complaints submitted to the IC3, details recent cyber crime trends and new twists to previously existing cyber scams. Fraudulent Utility Bill E-mail he IC3 has received complaints reporting the receipt of an unsolicited e-mail purportedly from a specified utility company. The e-mail stated the recipient had a new bill that needed to be paid, and the bill was attached to the e-mail. The recipient was instructed to click on the attachment to view their bill. The attachment contained a zip file with a computer virus. The e-mail concluded by stating the recipient received the e-mail message, because he/she receives e-bills from this utility company. Business Battered with Better Business Bureau Scam he IC3 has received complaints from businesses regarding e-mails supposedly from the BBB, stating that the BBB has received a complaint from a customer regarding their business. The recipient is asked to review the complaint attached to the e-mail and respond to the BBB. The file attached to the e-mail contains a virus.

In one instance, a business claimed their computer was infected with a virus after opening the attachment. As a result, the business lost nearly $100,000 when fraudsters successfully wired money from the company’s bank account after the virus enabled them to capture passwords and other important banking information. Internet Transaction Scams any fraudsters take advantage of those looking for moving services on-line. After the seekers have been contacted, they receive a low estimate for the service, and hire the bogus company. When the fraudsters show up, suddenly the estimate doubles or additional fees are added. There is the counterfeit check scheme, in which the victim is selling an item online and the buyer claims a moving/delivery company has been hired to pick up the merchandise. The moving/delivery company pays for the merchandise with a bogus check written for more than the price of the merchandise and asks for the difference from the seller. After loading and driving away with the seller’s property, the company later calls to

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inform the seller they must pay more if they want their merchandise returned, basically holding the property hostage. Those who refused to pay the additional cost were told they would not receive a refund or their belongings. Browser Bot Virus hat happens when your web browser becomes the “bot?” This malware makes open source web browser users a bit nervous. The open source browser can now function like a bot and accept commands. It can process the content of the current page where it is located, redirect the user, halt the loading of particular pages, steal passwords, run executables, and even kill itself. Unfortunately, the kill function is a bit excessive and deletes critical system files, which in turn prevents users from logging in properly. The way it builds the malicious code into the open source browser is noteworthy, because it uses the design of the browser against itself. In the past users would have to disable a particular add-on, which would eliminate the threat. For this malware, it does not appear as an add-on in the browser’s Add-ons Manager as

other extensions and plugins normally appear. Also, due to the design of the open source browser, the Trojan will be reinstalled every time the browser establishes a connection to the Internet. HTML Attachments Used to Spread Malware n the last month, security researchers have observed several large spam campaigns with malicious HTML attachments. Traditionally, HTML-based attachments were used for phishing attacks to entice HTML victims to the desired spoofed web page. This most recent attack strategy uses the HTML attachment with malicious JavaScript to redirect victims to the exploit kit that will then scan the target computer for vulnerabilities that can be exploited to install an information-stealing Trojan. n ••• For more information regarding online scams, visit our Press Room page for the most current Public Service Announcements. www.ic3.gov/media/default.aspx

5th District Supervisor Candidates Forums

Presented by the Scotts Valley and SLV Chambers of Commerce in Partnership with the Local Press

he Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that we are partnering with our Neighbors, San Lorenzo Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Scotts Valley Times and Scotts Valley Press-Banner to bring a forum for the public to hear from our Fifth District Board of Supervisors Candidates who will be on the ballot at the June 5th elections. This collaboration of sponsors will be hosting two forums. The first forum will be held on Monday, April 30t, 7 pm, at the Scotts Valley Community Center, 360 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley. The second will be held May 3, 7 pm - San Lorenzo Valley High School, 7105 Highway 9, Felton. Residents can submit questions for the candidates before the forums. Questions may be submitted online at www.pressbanner.com, or by e-mailing Scotts Valley Times editor Noel Smith at noel@cybertimes.com or Press-Banner editor Peter Burke at peter@pressbanner.com. A panel will select the questions that will be asked the evenings of the Forums by our guest moderators. No questions will be taken from the floor the evenings of the forums so be sure to submit your questions online. The Deadline for submitting your questions is Friday, April 20, by 5 pm. Our County Supervisor’s decisions affect all our lives here in Santa Cruz County so be sure to be a part of submitting your questions and attending the forums to get to know these candidates better. We have three candidates still in running to represent our communities on the County Board of Supervisors. Candidates include Bruce McPherson of Pasatiempo, Eric Hammer of Boulder Creek, and Bill Smallman of Lompico.

All three candidates have confirmed their attendance and each will have equal time to answer questions. ••• ric Hammer is a lifelong resident of Santa Cruz County and a local self-employed contractor. He serves on the Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District Board, the Board of Community Bridges, the Steering Committee for the Redwood Mountain Faire, and as President of the Boulder Creek Business Association. Eric Hammer Eric was a founding board member of Youth First, the non-profit that built the Teen Center in Felton, and is an alumnus of Leadership Santa Cruz County. ••• ruce McPherson has lived in Santa Cruz County all his life. For 26 years, Bruce worked in the newsroom of the family-owned Santa Cruz Sentinel, serving as sports editor, news reporter, city editor and editor. Bruce has worked closely with Second Harvest Food Bank, Land Trust of Santa Cruz County, Cabrillo College 50th Anniversary Bruce McPherson Scholarship Committee, United Way, Tannery Arts Center, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Exploration Center, American Red Cross and many other non-profit agen-

Scotts Valley - April 30, 7 pm

Scotts Valley Community Center, 360 Kings Village Road •••

Felton - May 3, 7 pm

San Lorenzo Valley High School, 7105 Highway 9

April 8 • Happy Easter!

cies. Bruce McPherson served as California Secretary of State (2005-2006) as well as serving two terms in the California State Assembly (1993–1996) and two terms in the California State Senate (1996–2004). ••• ill Smallman grew up in Marin County and moved to the community of Lompico in 1991. In 2008, he was elected to serve on the Lompico Water Board. As a Civil Engineer, his career has been in the construction of projects that fall into the Water Resources and Environmental categories, and in Bill Smallman Transportation, working on projects all over Northern California. He is involved with the Lompico Watershed Conservancy and the Sempervirens Group. n We encourage you to learn more about your Fifth District Supervisor Candidates by attending the forums as well as visiting their websites: www.mcphersonforsupervisor.com www.hammerforsupervisor.com www.billsmallman.com

Local Agencies get together to launch Santa Cruz County Business Conditions Survey

cotts Valley Chamber of Commerce has joined with the Santa Cruz County Business Council, The Santa Cruz Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Santa Cruz Downtown Association in launching a countywide survey of business conditions. As your advocates and sources of local business information, your answers will direct our advocacy

for our shared interests. And, the compiled data from the hundreds of answers we expect to receive will inform you as you develop plans and strategies for your business. This survey looks at 2011 business performance, expectations for the next 12 months, and the issues that are important to you as a business owner, manager, or principal.

The voice of our local business is more important than ever as we work together toward real economic recovery ahead. The sponsoring organizations encourage all local business people to take a few minutes to join in a collective effort to frame

Have a Blessed Easter Weekend!

Calendar of Upcoming Events

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April 12 • Happy Hour Networking, 5:30 – 7:00pm Jia Tellas Next Door, 18 Victor Square

April 26 • Scotts Valley Chamber Business Networking Mixer, 5:30 - 7:00 pm Scarborough Gardens, 33 El Pueblo Road

May 10 • Happy Hour Networking, 5:30 – 7:00pm Malone’s Grille, 4402 Scotts Valley Drive

May 13 • Happy Mother’s Day!

May 15 – 17 • Circus Comes to Town

Skypark, 361 King’s Village Road

May 24 • Scotts Valley Chamber Business Networking Mixer and Ribbon Cutting, 5:30 - 7:00 pm Olivet University, 800 Bethany Drive

June 1 • Membership BBQ and Bocce Tournament,

Skypark, 361 King’s Village Road

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Scotts Valley Chamber Travelers Return from Ireland arch 13 at 4 am, our group of Ireland Travelers met in the Hilton Lobby and boarded our shuttle to the airport to begin a ten day adventure we will never forget. From San Francisco airport, we headed to Shannon, Ireland and discovered the Emerald Isle. Ireland truly has the most beautifully green countryside. Our home for the trip was Adare Manor Resort and Golf Club. This 5-star resort was incredibly beautiful. Although we stayed in beautifully appointed, modern villas, the Adare Manor Castle mesmerized us, which was the focus of the Resort. The beauty of the Manor Castle both inside and out was worth the trip. We enjoyed a beautiful St. Patrick’s Day evening dinner at the Manor

Lord and Lady Pursley of Bunratty Castle

Adare Manor

Clubhouse and enjoyed the Irish music in the Tack Room located in the Cellar of the Manor after dinner. In fact, several of us learned to dance an Irish dance taught to us by the musicians of the evening. We became the Scotts Valley Ireland Family and had such a wonderful time together. That’s the thing about Scotts Valley — we’re a family even when on foreign soil. Our travels took us to the Cliffs of Mohr where we climbed to the top of O’Brien’s Tower, Galway City, Rock of Cashel, Kilkenny Castle, Dingle Peninsula, Blarney and the legendary Blarney Stone where, yes, our own Mayor Lind kissed the Blarney Stone. We enjoyed the St Patrick’s Day festivities and parade in Limerick where we found our lovely “green” mementos. We had organized our trip so that each day

we returned to our lovely villas to relax, sleep in the same bed each night and get ready for the next day of Adventure. The lovely town of Adare was very quaint and the gracious business community welcomed us. One of the most enjoyable evenings was spent in Bunratty Castle where Lord and Lady Pursley reigned over the Medieval Festivities Chamber Travelers enjoy St. Patricks Day Dinner of the evening. Our own All in All, it was an Incredible Paul and Joann Pursley were selected as royalty for the evening and their Scotts Adventure!! Bunratty Castle’s Lady Valley fellow travelers got to sit at the head Joann summed it up for us all, “We had a table as members of their court. What a wonderful time!! We would do it again in fabulous evening of food and entertain- a minute. We traveled with some mighty fine folks. Thanks for the good times!!!!!” ment inside the Bunratty Castle. For our last two days in Ireland, we Our Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce packed up our suitcases, bid farewell to is proud to have been able to sponsor this Adare, and headed out for the bustling fantastic trip and we look forward to our City of Dublin — a stark contrast to the Next Great Adventure!! quiet little village of Adare. But we adapted quickly, jumped on the Hop-on-Hop-off open top buses, and toured the City. Some of us even made it out to the Irish Presidential home, which was designed by the same architect as our Washington White House and looks much the same. In the evening, we enjoyed the wonderful Irish music together as we participated in the Dublin Pub Crawl of the Temple Bar District. Our Scotts Valley Chamber Travel Family

Harvey J Nickelson Joins Santa Cruz County Bank Board of Directors

Harvey J Nickelson

anta Cruz County Bank announced the appointment of Harvey J. Nickelson to its Board of Directors. The appointment precedes the anticipated departure of Founding Director Steve John who will vacate his board seat in May of this year. Chairman George Gallucci stated, “In May the Board of Directors will extend a fond farewell to one of the Bank’s original Founders, Steve John. Steve’s resignation from the board is the result of his acceptance of the position as CEO of the Monterey Peninsula Foundation, a non profit organization which stages the AT & T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. Steve’s participation,

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support, and guidance throughout the years will always be remembered and deeply appreciated.” “It has been an honor and privilege to work with Steve John for the past 8+ years,” commented President and CEO David V. Heald. “I look forward to Harvey’s contributions to the Board of Directors of Santa Cruz County Bank. His extensive banking knowledge and strong value for community engagement compliment our cor-

porate culture.” In 1982, Harvey J. Nickelson founded Coast Commercial Bank, which was a highly regarded and well performing community bank. Harvey served as President and CEO of Coast Commercial Bank until 2003, then as a Marketing and Public Relations Consultant for Greater Bay Bancorp, which acquired Coast Commercial Bank. In his 40-year banking career, he has been recognized by numerous Chambers and community groups for his leadership and service in the community. Harvey currently serves as a Board Member of the Santa Cruz County Cancer Benefit Group.

Scotts Valley Chamber News

Danny Reber Elected to Serve as President of the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

he Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is happy to announce the appointment of Danny Reber as President of the Board. Danny Reber and his Wife, Michelle, have lived in Scotts Valley their whole lives. They have two beautiful daughters age 5 and 9. For 17 Years Danny Worked for Culver Theaters as District manager, running five Movie theaters. For the last seven years, he has worked locally in Advertising, Sales and Marketing. Currently Danny works For Cinespots as a marketing consultant, selling the advertising you see before the movie starts. “My daughters are my primary motivation for everything I do. I have a hard time saying no to anything that benefits the town my little girls

call home and will grow up in.” Danny is very active in the Community and has been involved in multiple community projects and fundraisers. He was Scotts Valley “Man of the Year” in 2006. He is also a Past President of the Scotts Valley Rotary Club where he received the “Lead the Way” Presidential Citation as well as Rotary Danny Reber International’s “Significant Achievement Award” for his work on the Scotts Valley Middle School Beautification Project. Currently, Danny Serves as the Public Relations Chair for Scotts Valley

Rotary. Danny has served on the Board of Directors for the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce for the last several years and has been Vice President for 2011. Now Danny has been elected to step up as President of the Board. “I am truly honored to serve as President for the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors,” shares Danny. “It ties in perfectly with my work and I get to serve my Community at the same time. Like all things Scotts Valley, our Chamber really stands out when compared to others. It is more than just a group of local businesses, it is truly a family. It feels so great to be part of a group that brings such, real, tangible help to our local business community.”

cotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sharolynn Ullestad joined with business leaders from the region on Friday, March 2nd to meet with Congresswoman Anna Eshoo and representatives from the Small Business Administration San Francisco Bay Area District Office and the SBA Office of Advocacy Region IX for important updates on new federal programs and to discuss ideas on what the SBA can do for our small

businesses. We discussed the elimination of the Redevelopment Agencies and the diminished funds that would be available from our Cities to assist in new business recruitment and retention of existing businesses. The interchange of the business leaders with the SBA representatives was valuable and ideas were presented for the SBA’s consideration as communities look for ways to strengthen their local economy and workforce. We want to thank

Congresswoman Eshoo for providing this forum and the continued discussions moving forward.

Scotts Valley Chamber Executive Director Participates in SBA Forum

Join the Chamber in Sponsoring one of Scotts Valley’s Favorite Community Events

pring is the time when we make plans for Easter, graduations, weddings, vacations, and, of course, the 13th Annual Scotts Valley Art & Wine Festival, August 11 & 12th. Continually voted Scotts Valley’s Fave or Rave Community Event, this Festival is our Chamber’s gift to the community and we would like to invite you to take part in making 2012 the best festival yet. We will be celebrating our 13th year of the Festival and plans are underway for a great weekend in the park. The Scotts Valley Art & Wine Festival is such a great event because of our Fantastic Sponsors. We are beginning our search for that elite group of Businesses who will sponsor this great event. Our advertising efforts have increased the attendance of this Festival over the years, and we need our business sponsors to keep the awareness high and the event thriving. Sponsorships are now being accepted for the 13th Annual Scotts Valley Art & Wine Festival. Join with fellow business members and link your name to this great event as we expand our

advertising even more with your logo. Spring into action and become a sponsor! Sponsorship opportunities are available through the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce by calling the Chamber office at 438-1010. Call to make an appointment to discuss how you can be a part of sponsoring this great annual event. Help make the 13th Annual Scotts Valley Art & Wine Festival the best community event yet. Experience the joy of knowing YOU … • Treated the Community to a fantastic weekend • Supported the Arts & Art Education in Scotts Valley • Helped bring thousands to Scotts Valley to experience our Great Community • Will enjoy the added Advertising benefits that go along with that sponsorship • Are linking your Business name with Scotts Valley’s Favorite Event! Spring into action now! Become a Sponsor of the Scotts Valley Art & Wine Festival!

Executive Director Sharolynn Ullestad with Congresswoman Anna Eshoo

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Scotts Valley Chamber News

Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Mikala Clements to our Board of Directors

ikala Clements of Scarborough Lumber/Gardens/Ace Hardware has joined the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Mikala was born & raised here in Scotts Valley. She attended Baymonte Christian School locally and graduated from Soquel High School. Mikala went on to attend Cabrillo & attained her B.S. in Business Management from San Jose State University. “After graduation I told my dad (Alvin Scarborough) I was ready to work

and he laughed,” shares Mikala. “He told me to go out and work for other companies first.” Mikala worked at Sessions in the accounting department for a while and then had the opportunity to help start a boutique in Santa Cruz. A few years later, she was asked to come back and work for the family business. For 8 years, Mikala Clements managed Scarborough Home Center in Ben Lomond. In March 2010, Alvin Scarborough decided to expand the

2012 Valley Easter Project is Underway

ontinued community support provides Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo Valley families, seniors and shut-ins with an added Easter blessing. Please fill a grocery bag with nonperishable food by purchasing a few of the following items per week here at your favorite local store. If you are unable to complete a bag, please know that we appreciate the items you are able to give. 1 Canned Ham or Canned Meat • 1 Sparkling Cider • 2 Cans of Fruit • Box of Cereal or Oatmeal • 2 Cans of Vegetables • Pkg Macaroni & Cheese • Pkg Pasta • Jars Peanut Butter & Jelly • 2 Cans of Soup • Can of Tuna • Pkg Jello or Pudding • Tooth Paste & Tooth Brushes • A $15.00 food certificate, earmarked “Food Only” to purchase perishable food, a ham or turkey.

Easter Baskets, Easter Lilies, Candy, Toothbrushes and Tooth Paste for children are also needed. Bring your bag to: Valley Churches United at 9400 Highway 9, Ben Lomond from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday; Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce, 360 Kings Village Rd. from 10 am to 3 pm weekdays. After hours, drop off at Ben Lomond gas station 7 am-7 pm, 7 days a week. Cash donations should be mailed to Valley Churches United, PO Box 367, Ben Lomond, CA 95005. Be a Partner in making a Local Family’s Easter Brighter!

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issues and advocate for local interests and to develop the business benchmarks with which to evaluate the planning of businesses throughout the community. The survey will require about 20 minutes to complete. It does not require any review of records and your

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response is anonymous. Please take a few minutes to join in our collective effort to create a tool for your local business organizations to use in framing the issues and advocating for your interests. The online survey is at www.surveymonkey.com/s/SC2012Biz. This survey will be available for your completion until April 12, so please participate today.

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past 2 years. The Scarborough family has been involved in this community for over 50 years and has been a member of the Scotts Valley Chamber for many of those years. “I am proud to be involved in our family business,” said Mikala, “and continuing to be an active member of the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce.” We welcome Mikala Clements to the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.

Happy Hour Networking Event – April 12 Hosted by Jia Tella’s Next Door from 5:30-7 p.m.

18 Victor Square, Scotts Valley oin with our Chamber Ambassadors for a fun evening of social networking on the Patio of Jia Tella’s. We’ll taste of Jia Tella’s specials of the evening at Very Special Chamber prices! Enjoy a Great evening of social networking in a relaxed atmosphere at Jia Tella’s while supporting one of our local businesses.

Happy Hour Networking

April Business Networking Mixer – April 26 Hosted by Scarborough Gardens from 5:30 – 7 pm

33 El Pueblo Road Scotts Valley Come prepared with plenty of busiake plans to attend our April ness cards to network with new Business Networking business members and reacquaint Mixer hosted by yourself with others. Be sure to Scarborough Gardens. Join with bring your raffle items to showfellow Scotts Valley Chamber case YOUR business. Don’t miss members as we taste delicacies it! Mark your calendar now to from Mint Café & Wine Bar and meet us at Scarborough Gardens! enjoy local wine from Bruzzone Admission is $5 for Members and and Skov Wineries. This will be a $10 for Prospective Chamber great evening to get some new Members. ideas for your spring planting projects.

Each of the sponsor agencies receives both the overall response data and the responses for those who indicate they are members of that agency, so please be sure to indicate your membership in the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce. As your business advocate and source of local business information, we will be able to

use the answers to this survey to help direct our Chamber services and advocacy programs. ••• Join business owners, managers, professionals, and principals throughout Santa Cruz County: Take the 2012 Business Conditions Survey before April 12 at www.surveymonkey.com/s/SC2012Biz.

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SANTA C RUZ COUNTY BANK Put Your Money Where Your Life Is

By Gail Penniman

anta Cruz County Bank opened its doors for business on February 3, 2004 with the goal of serving the local community with the best in customer service. By building relationships with each individual and business owner who banks at one of its five full-service offices and two self-serve ATM and Night Depository centers, Santa Cruz County Bank has upheld its commitment to serve our county. The bank was founded by local business owners as a locally owned and operated commercial bank offering a complete line of short and intermediate term loan products, including commercial term loans and lines of credit, construction loans, commercial real estate loans, home equity lines of credit and Small Business Administration guaranteed term loans. For county residents who are not business owners, the bank has all the regular deposit products plus augmentations such as online banking, bill payment, cash management, remote deposit capture and merchant credit card services. Re-Investing in our Community ne of the bank goals is to encourage Santa Cruz County residents to deposit their funds with a bank that turns around and puts that investment to work by making commercial loans that benefit the non-profit organizations and businesses in our neighborhoods. Not long ago, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), a non-profit in our county, had an opportunity to take part in an auction on the County Building

Join your neighbors for the Aptos Chamber Mixer on April 24 from 5 to 6:30 PM at the Aptos office of Santa Cruz County Bank, 7775 Soquel Drive.

ture of Santa Cruz County Bank is geared squarely at boosting community involvement to build the strength and economic health of our county. The Customers Say it Best! ocal business owners recognize that their partnership with Santa Cruz County Bank has aided them to grow their businesses through lending services and financial solutions. Gary Manfre, President of Watsonville Coast Produce says, “When we thought of installing solar for our business, Santa Cruz County Bank said, ‘Yes, we’ll finance it!’ Thanks to Santa Cruz County Bank, we’ve added long-term value to our company, and we are invested to provide for future generations. Whenever we’ve a business idea or need, Santa Cruz County Bank has provided a solution.” Ted Burke, Owner of Shadowbrook Restaurant says, “Banking is all about relationships. Our business greatly values the relationship we have with Santa Cruz County Bank. They are our neighbor, they know us by name, and every day, year after year, I know I can count on them.” n Where and When ull-service Banking Offices are open Monday through Thursday 9 to 5 PM and Friday 9 to 6 PM at the following locations: 7775 Soquel Dr, Aptos. • 662-6000 819 Bay Ave, Capitola • 464-5300 720 Front St, Santa Cruz • 457-5000 4604 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley • 461-5000 595 Auto Center Dr, Watsonville • 761-7600 Self-Service Banking Centers with ATM and Night Depositories • 1555 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz—Next to the Education Center on the Dominican Hospital Campus • 783-25 Rio Del Mar Blvd, Aptos—At Deluxe Foods of Aptos in the Deer Park Shopping Center For more information, visit the Santa Cruz County Bank website at sccountybank.com or call 457-5000.

L steps to purchase a foreclosed house on Freedom Boulevard for use as a permanent office building. In auctions like this one, the buyer must come with funds ready to commit to the purchase if the bid he or she makes is the winning bid. This was a truly unique situation! The bank went to work in the days before the auction and made it possible for the CASA representative to appear at the auction with bank certified checks as the result of the commercial loan Santa Cruz County Bank committed to CASA. It was this creative thinking and willingness to go

the extra mile for a local non-profit that made it possible for CASA to buy the building and refurbish it into a beautiful, functional office from which CASA will continue to serve residents of our county. Community Involvement: Directors and Employees Dig Deep he employees and the directors of Santa Cruz County Bank believe strongly in and are committed to long-term community involvement which results in the generous giving of money, time and energy to local non-profits, service clubs, chambers of commerce and charitable organizations. Room does not permit to list all of the organizations the bank has helped and worked with in the past 24 months, but a partial list is available at s c c o u n t y bank.com/community. The employees regularly take part in activities for such organizations as the Human Race, Bowl for Kids, Relay for Life, Second Harvest Holiday Food Drive, Boys and Girls Club, Cabrillo College Foundation and Defensa de Mujeres, looking forward to the events from one month to the next. The corporate cul-

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Health Care Where You Are

Dominican Hospital’s Mobile Wellness Clinic is on the road

By Noel Smith

our days per week, a colorful converted motorhome travels to a different destination in the county. After it moves into position, its staff of four opens the facility for its clients from 9 am – 3 pm. It’s the Dominican Hospital’s Mobile Wellness Clinic. The purpose of the clinic is to expand our county’s health safety net. There is a growing population of those who are called the working poor. Because of the current chaos of changing government healthcare regulations and the rising cost of healthcare, many cannot afford health care or do not have it provided to them by their employer. For these people finding healthcare has become difficult and confusing. Dominican Sister Michaella Siplak has found a way to serve those in this position, take the healthcare to them. Sr. Siplak has been at Dominican Hospital over forty years, since 1969. In 1999, she began the Mobile Clinic. Just this last year they replaced their original Mobile Clinic and have expanded what they do and where they go. There are some limitations on who they can serve. The person cannot already have healthcare insurance. This includes Medicare and Medicaid. The Dominican Mobile Wellness Clinic cannot continue to be a person’s healthcare provider. As Sr. Siplak emphasized, “We are only to evaluate and treat episodic medical conditions.” These include minor injuries, temporary sicknesses such as flu, or undetermined conditions whose symptoms are causing the person physical distress. “Our purpose,” said Sr. Siplak “Is to treat the sick and identify those with chronic conditions who do not have healthcare coverage in order to connect

Dominican Hospital’s Mobile Wellness Clinic travels around the county. them to those clinics and healthcare enjoys driving the 40-foot long providers that can continue to treat them.” motorhome/Clinic. The Mobile Wellness Clinic is supportOne of the staff, Beatriz Walsh, showed us through the Mobile Clinic. ed by donations from local service groups, There is an admitting area where the businesses and organizations and by patient’s information is taken down; there Dominican Hospital, A Dignity Health are two examination Member. The Wellness Clinic has seen its numrooms where tests can be performed and ber of patients jump in the last year. “We patients treated. She serve probably 50 patients per week,” said was proud of the tiny Sr. Siplak, “But our capacity is about doulab area where some ble that at 26 per day.” The Mobile Wellness Clinic starts its small but very competent equipment can week on Monday at Resurrection Catholic make comprehensive Church, 7600 Soquel Drive in Aptos. blood evaluations to Tuesday it can be found at Our Lady Star of find conditions such the Sea Church, 515 Frederick Street in as infection, anemia Santa Cruz. On Wednesday, it heads up or diabetes for the highway 17 to San Agustin Catholic patient. Walsh also Church, 257 Glenwood Drive, Scotts Valley. told us that even Lastly, on Thursday it can be found at St. though she drives a John’s Church 5953 Highway 9 in Felton. Mini Cooper, she Sr. Siplak is considering splitting the Sr. Michaella Siplak (from left), Beatriz Walsh and Esther Bustos

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Wellness Clinic’s Thursdays between Felton and Holy Cross Church in Santa Cruz. In addition to the Mobile Wellness Clinic, once a week Sr. Siplak is at the Rotacare Free Clinic at Live Oak Senior Center, 1777 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz on Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 pm helping patients for minor illnesses and injuries, referrals and prescriptions. Busy lady! n ••• Mobile Wellness Clinic Services (Clinic hours are 9 am to 3 pm except on holidays or as posted) • Evaluation and treatment of episodic medical conditions • Identification of medical homes for those patients with chronic needs • Identification of social services and resources in the community • Bilingual staff (English/Spanish) Contact: 831-457-7166. Website: www.dominicanhospital.org

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National Agriculture Day

Poster Contest and Poetry Contest Winners for 2012

he organizations Agri-Culture and the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau are pleased to announce the winners of the annual National Agriculture Day Poster Contest and the National Agriculture Day Poetry Contest (list of winning entries attached). It was announced that Claire CorneauSaiki, 5th grader from Baymonte Christian School in Scotts Valley received 1st place honors in the 2012 Agri-Culture and Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau National Ag

Winning Poem

Day Poster Contest. It was also announced that Kirbie Daily, 8th grader from Salesian Elementary and Junior High in Corralitos received 1st place honors in the 2012 National Ag Day Poetry Contest. The contest theme, which is open to all public and private schools in Santa Cruz County and the Pajaro Valley, is “Grown in Santa Cruz County and the Pajaro Valley”. Farm Bureau President, Chris Enright stated, “We received many excellent entries for both of these contests. We are honored that so many students took the time to artistically express what is grown in Santa Cruz County and the Pajaro Valley.” Claire and Kirbie will each receive a $200 savings bond, a ribbon and gifts. The winning posters and poems were on display at: National Agricultural Day Spring Luncheon Codiga Center, Agricultural History Project, located at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Wednesday, March 21st from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. n ••• 2012 Poster Contest Winners 1st Place: Claire Corneau-Saiki, 5th Grade Baymonte Christian School Scotts Valley 2nd Place: Hailey Adney, 5th Grade Twin Lakes Christian School Aptos 3rd Place: Madelyn Guy, 5th Grade Mar Vista Elementary School Aptos Special Award: Ashley Lobato, 3rd

Winning Poster

Grade Amesti Elementary School Watsonville Honorable Mention: Jered Palomares, Kindergarten Ann Soldo Elementary School Watsonville – Gracie Bissell, 1st Grade Las Animas Elementary School Gilroy – Jordan Meyers, 2nd Grade Linscott Charter School Watsonville – Elsie Langholz, 4th Grade Linscott Charter School Santa Cruz – Shae Cornwald, 5th Grade Mar Vista Elementary School Aptos – Juan Pablo

Chavez, 5th Grade Amesti Elementary School Watsonville 2012 Poetry Contest Winners 1st Place and Overall Winner: Kirbie Daily, 8th Grade Salesian Elementary & Jr. High School Corralitos 2nd Place: Jose Suarez, 8th Grade Salesian Elementary & Jr. High School Corralitos 3rd Place: Rogelio Rocha, 8th Grade Salesian Elementary & Jr. High School Corralitos

Calling all bowlers for fun and funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters at Bowl for Kids’ Sake ig Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County is inviting all bowlers and non- bowlers alike to the annual bowl-a-thon, “Bowl for Kids’ Sake,” on Saturday, April 28 and Sunday April 29 at the Boardwalk Bowl in Santa Cruz. Last year, over 600 people participated and helped raise more than $103K for local youth mentoring. All proceeds directly create and support matches between caring adult mentors and at-risk youth in the local community. Bowlers can find out how to register teams and collect pledges at www.santacruzmentor.org. Anyone can participate by forming a team (or teams) of

five bowlers or signing up as an individual. Each team member collects at least $100 in pledges to support Big Brothers Big Sisters youth mentoring programs. Participating bowlers, top fundraisers and lucky strike bowlers are eligible to win tshirts and prizes donated by local merchants. The grand prize for the top fundraiser is a Luxury Prize Package, complete with: an overnight stay in a deluxe beach front room at the Santa Cruz Dream Inn, dinner for two, two movie tickets, and a bottle of Soquel Vineyards Wine. Match Maker teams, teams raising $1,000 or more, will be entered in a drawing for a special prize donated by the Seaside Company. n

••• For more information on how to get involved with Bowl for Kids’ Sake, contact Erin at 831464-8691, erin@santacruzmentor.org or visit www.santacruzmentor.org. Bowl for Kids’ Sake 2012 event Major

Sponsors are Boardwalk Bowl, Ow Family Properties, Granite Construction, Toyota of Santa Cruz, Bay Federal Credit Union, Superior Foods, Plantronics, Santa Cruz Sentinel, GoodTimes, KWAV, RegisterPajaronian, and Comcast Spotlight.

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FeaturedColumnist The Book Bag by Robert Francis

The Book Bag by Robert Francis

Barnstorming: A Gail McCarthy Mystery

By Laura Crum Perseverance Press. $14.95 ptos mystery writer Laura Crum has just released another in her long running Gail McCarthy mystery series. Set in the coastal hills of South Santa Cruz County, this latest novel finds Gail enjoying a solitary ride on the trails she so loves when she stumbles upon a dead equestrian. A second shooting follows and now the fifty-year-old vet (Gail’s gone back to her old profession) joins her good friend Detective Jeri Ward in trying to find the sniper before more victims turn up on the area’s trails. If you have read the dozen novels which preceded this one, you will have followed this attractive heroine from the time she joined the local veterinarian practice fresh out of school, through her marriage and subsequent motherhood to this point in her life. Watching Gail mature has been a long and pleasing ride and obviously, we aren’t at the end of the journey quite yet. You won’t want to miss this next installment of the vet’s life and adventures as she enters middle age.

Reading Lips: A Memoir of Kisses

By Claudia Sternbach Unbridled Books. $14.95 ptos resident Claudia Sternbach constructs this very entertaining memoir around the kisses that shaped her life. In recreating these special moments, the author gives her reader a sense of the ups and downs of her life and the interesting path she has traveled. You’ll find them all here. Platonic and not so platonic kisses. The hello and goodbye variety. The desired kiss that never materialized and the unwanted sloppy smooch that one could have done without. Not only is Claudia Sternbach an accomplished writer, which means she can

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easily hold her reader’s attention, but she also deserves high marks for the clever way she fashions this book around the various types and intents of the kiss.

Drifting on a Headwind Adventures in Remote Corners of the World

By Jim Harlan Uncommon Adventures Press. $14.95 former Aptos High student, Jim Harlan’s new book chronicles the experiences of a young man who sets out in an old car on a journey that will eventually take him to some pretty exotic places around the globe. Living by his wits and the kindness extended to him along the way by strangers, the intrepid traveler overcomes perils on land, under the sea and in the air. He walks away from a jungle airplane crash, faces guerilla warfare on two continents and outsmarts smugglers as he visits Africa, Mexico, Central America and Asia. Those who enjoy true adventure stores will find this a captivating read and one that is all but impossible to set down.

Life in the Fast Lane

By L. Susan Cabrera Poetry collection his self-published little book offers 26 of Cabrera’s poetry. Covering a range of experiences and emotions that will elicit a few smiles as well as some knowing nods from the reader, the poetry collected here looks at what the author calls “the dilemmas we create by our fast-paced lives.” “Our many obligations as employees, family members, friends and citizens can be overwhelming,” writes Cabrera in the book’s preface. “Before we know it, our lives are passing us by and we haven’t really had the chance to live them. It’s so easy to be thrown off balance and lose sight of who we are as human beings.”

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Poems like “Closet Cleaning Phobia,” “Cellphonitis” and the “Crazy List Loop” contain sentiments that anyone can relate to. While a short piece on carrying list making to extremes will evoke a few chuckles, another poem that focuses on stress (“The Stressing Match”) will also strike a familiar cord in the reader.

Princes Dressed Like Paupers

By Glennon Culwell Outskirts Press. $12.95 he author, pastor-at-large of Gateway Bible Church of Scotts Valley, explains the title of this book in this manner. “Our title is suggestive and descriptive regarding the manner in which God uses trials in our lives – his ‘princes’ (messengers), often dressed like paupers, are at work in our lives accomplishing God’s purpose for us. The beginning is often difficult but the end result is glorious!” The author shows how God takes the most unusual circumstances and uses them for good. He discusses how failure can lead to a victorious Christian life, weakness can produce strength and suffering can instill patience in one. Showing how these and a number of other “princes dressed like paupers” are used by the Almighty to transform one’s life is the subject of this thirteen-chapter volume that also includes helpful discussion/study guides for each section.

The San Simeon Zebras

By C.J. Sage Salmon Publishing. $19.95 n over thirty poems in this collection, the Rio Del Mar poetess looks at the positive and negative interaction between humans and animals. In these short verses you’ll meet a sloth, some “tall, long-legged, feathery, flightless” ostriches, an egret, solitary elephant seals and, of course, sundry zebras.

Some of the eye-catching titles here are so provocative that they demand you read them immediately. How can you possibly pass up “A Natural History Told while Termites Gnawed the Joists of the Museum,” “How to Hold a Hummingbird” or “Skunk Hour”? C.J. Sage’s previous work has appeared in The Antioch Review, Ploughshares, The Threepenny Review, and Shenandoah. She now edits The National Poetry Review and Press.

The Dark Figure In the Doorway: Last Poems

By Morton Marcus White Pine Press. $17 he author of eleven volumes of poetry, Morton Marcus taught at Cabrillo for three decades and was one of the most prolific poets in the area. Put together shortly before he died in 2009, this final collection contains some of the poet’s most heartfelt reflections on the vagaries of the human condition. Those who knew this gifted teacher, critic and poet will wish to possess this final collection of his work. Begin at the end of the collection with “I Have Lived Long Enough” and “All We Can Do” and then work your way forward as you sample the many poems brought together here.

The Incredible Dream World of Peter Daniel

By Allen Morford Illustrated by Kathryn Clausen his self-published children’s book by Watsonville resident Allen Morford is about a young boy who visits a number of magical places when he closes his eyes to go to sleep at night. Along with his dog, Mo, young Peter Daniel’s dreamland adventures involve a ship, hot air balloon, double deck bus and a train. Using these modes of transportation, he visits Easter Island, the pyramids, and mysterious jungle ruins. Of course, no matter how far afield his nighttime adventures take him, Peter always makes it back to his bedroom before daybreak. n

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Easter on the Farm

You Can Find Eggs AND Chickens at the Ag History Project’s

he eighth annual Easter on the Farm at the Ag History Project will be Saturday, April 7 from 10am – 1pm. There will be two locations for Easter Egg Hunts, one for young children and one for children over 5 years old. Hunts will take place about every 30 minutes. New for this year are larger eggs that hold larger candies. In addition to the egg hunts, there are real chickens, and there will be hat and basket decorating, games for children and hayrides for all ages. All the exhibits in the Codiga Center and Museum will be open for viewing. The lawn area will be available for anyone who wants to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy, and treats will be for sale in the gift shop. The event is free; donations are appreciated. The Agricultural History Project, (AHP) a non-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history of agriculture and its practices on California’s Central Coast, is located at the entrance of the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, 2601 E. Lake Ave., Watsonville, CA. AHP educates, exhibits collects and builds community awareness about the economic, cultural, ethnic and historical significance of agriculture in the area from the Ohlones to today. n ••• For more information, call 724-8598 or check www.aghistoryproject.org

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CommunityNews

Keeping Kids Physically and Mentally Active During Vacation

Start Planning Now to Protect Your Kids From the Dual ‘Summer Slide’ to Prevent Learning Loss, Weight Gain

By Carrie Scheiner

orking parents are already lining up child care plans for the summer. While they’re at it, educators say all parents of school-age children should also plan for preventing the dreaded summer slide. “The ‘summer slide’ is the information and skills children forget during summer break from the end of one school year to the beginning of the next school year,” says Carrie Scheiner, who created Exploracise (www.exploracise.com), to provide parents and educators with award-winning products and programs that combine learning, exercise and healthy lifestyle choices. The education slide is well documented by numerous studies, which were synthesized in the 1990s by Harris Cooper, then a professor at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He found that children could forget one to three months of learning over the summer. “While some people are aware of the learning loss, many aren’t aware that children tend to gain weight more rapidly

when they’re out of school,” Scheiner says, citing a 2007 study by Paul Von Hippel of Ohio State University. “He found that kids, especially those at risk for obesity, gain as much weight during the summer as they do all school year.” What can parents do to keep young brains and bodies engaged in healthy ways over the summer? Scheiner offers these tips: • Journal current achievement levels. How do you know if your child is affected by summer slide if you don’t remember where they ended the year? Create a summer journal and, in the first few pages, document what they most recently learned in their major subjects. Were they adding and subtracting double-digit numbers? Doing long division? What were some of their vocabulary or spelling

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words? Throughout the summer you can track their progress and, at the least, maintain those levels — or maybe even move on to more challenging material. • Try a weeklong educational day camp. We all want our kids to have fun during the summer, and they can. Enroll in the fun, active day camps that focus on art, music or swimming. But toward the end of the summer, have your children attend one week of math camp and one week of reading camp as a refresher. • Feed the brain during free time. Kids have a lot more free time in the summer. With fewer scheduled activities, even kids who attend a camp may have more time to hang out in the evening. How can you feed their brain during this extra time? Visit the library and check out print books,

audio books, educational DVDs, and even educational computer games. Many websites offer activity ideas that you and the kids can enjoy together. For instance, a free e-book, “10 Top Fun Wise Games: Making Learning Math Fun” is available at www.exploracise.com. • ACTIVE-ate the brain. Getting active exercises both the body and the brain. Just like our body needs exercise to stay healthy, so does the brain to keep those neurons firing. Encourage kids to stay active and play outside during the summer and allow only limited, scheduled times for sedentary activities like video games or TV. n ••• Carrie Scheiner was inspired by her own children to develop the first Exploracise® program that creatively teaches math facts during a complete workout. Scheiner earned a bachelor’s degree in math with a minor in secondary education, and a master’s in statistics from Rutgers University.

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What’s Your Beef? R By Camille Smith

emember Wendy’s 2006 commercial with the old lady complaining about the patty size with the slogan, “Where’s the beef?” www.youtube.com/ watch?v=Ug75diEyiA0? Complaining is often a way we identify our dissatisfactions and things we want to change. On the other hand, if we don’t know we are complaining, it can adversely affect our performance, putting us in a mood of being victimized and powerless. My colleague, Barbara Fittapaldi, presents three types of complaints. Understanding these distinctions can increase your power and effectiveness. Pay particular attention of the listener’s role. ••• Recreational Complaint: “This weather is horrible.” “I can’t believe the number of emails I have!” “Couldn’t they get a clue and put a better selection of sodas in the machine?” Characteristics: No intention to change or solve something; no request to

do anything or intention to be responsible for the situation. These complaints are for the sheer enjoyment of complaining. Listener’s action: Acknowledge what is said in a way that doesn’t agree or disagree with the person’s statement. (“I hear you.”) Don’t try to get them to change their view. Don’t get hooked into complaining with them. (“Yeah, this rain is really lasting a long time.”) Let it go; don’t get entangled. Caution: This could devolve into gossip if you jump on their complaining bandwagon. ••• Expressive Complaint: “I’ll never get my work done if people keep emailing me!” “Why does this always happen to me?” Characteristic: Complaint is accompanied by anger, frustration; emotions express being wronged, victimized, powerless. No intention to change something; no request. Listener’s action: Lend a sympathetic ear for a short time in order for the speaker to “empty their glass” and vent. Acknowledge their state: “I see you are upset.” Don’t agree or disagree with what they are complaining about. Do not let the vent go on for an extended period of time. If their venting doesn’t release the steam, take action to move the conversation to a committed complaint by asking them: “Do you still want me just to listen, or is there something you want to have happen?” If they say there is something they want to have happen, ask them what request they can make. Caution: Expressive complaining can leave both parties discouraged and in an unproductive, sour, Eeyore mood which can negatively influence performance for a little or a lot of time. Thus, the coaching tip to move to a committed complaint. Even asking the complainer “What request could you make?” will leave you both more empowered, even if the conversation doesn’t go any further. ••• Committed Complaint: “I wish I knew who was going to make the decision about this customer issue. “ Characteristic: An ‘almost, hidden’ request for something to change. Listener’s action: Ask: “What request you can

Go online and listen to some Choirs that sing complaints: http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=ATXV3DzKv68

Recreational complaint

make, and of whom?” Use committed speaking and listening (accept; decline; counter offer) to support the complainer to formulate the request. (Complainer: I’m going to request Ben to designate someone by the end of today and let the team know via email.”) Complainers are upset: either a little (recreational complaints) or a lot (expressive complaints). Regardless, because they are upset, they are not present. When we are not present, our performance tanks. Thank goodness for listeners — they can help complainers return to being present and regain their performance power. And you thought speaking was powerful! n ••• Camille Smith, Office: 831-685-1480. President, Work In Progress Coaching ~ Turning potential into results~www.wipcoaching.com

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Stellar Santa Cruz County Spellers of 2012

or close to 30 years, the most gifted spellers from school sites across Santa Cruz County have been coming together to show off their superior word formation knowledge. Saturday, February 25, 2012, followed suit with the Santa Cruz County Office of Education hosting concurrent Spelling Bee Championships at UCSC for students in grades 4-6 and 7-9. School sites sent their top two spellers in each division to participate in the competition. After registering and picking up gift bags which included a commemorative t-shirt (by Sports Design), and a pen and slug pin (donated by the Bay Tree Bookstore), the students moved into two rooms, one for grades 4–6 and the other for grades 7-9. Following a review of the rules, the spelling bee began. The Spell Master read each word, gave a definition and put each word into a sentence. Spellers were then given 15 seconds to write down the word before a proctor checked the spelling. The two and half hour competition allowed for students to spell 50 – 60 words. At the halfway point of the event, spellers and their families were treated to cookies

donated by Pacific Cookie Company and apple juice compliments of S. Martinelli’s & Co. In a field of over 90 students in the elementary division, Holt Larkin, a 5th grader from Westlake Elementary School, earned first place in the championship when he correctly spelled all but six out of 58 words properly, giving him the title of Santa Cruz County Spelling Bee champ and the opportunity to advance to the state spelling bee. Also advancing to the state spelling bee is second-place winner, Madeline Lipscomb, a student at Bonny Doon Elementary School. The third place winner was Ian Ly of Spring Hill. The state championships for students in grade 4–6 will be Saturday, April 21, at the San Joaquin County Office of Education, Wentworth Education Center, 2707 Transworld Drive in Stockton. In the 7–9th grade division, with approximately 40 participants, Andrew Miller, an 8th grader at Ocean Grove Charter, earned the title of Santa Cruz County Spelling Bee champ, missing only two of 65 words, and will advance to the

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Ocean Grove Charter Eighth Grader Andrew Miller (left) won the 7-9th grade division, Margaret Hedrick of Mission Hill (right) took second and Jesse Wade of Rose Arbor placed third.

state spelling bee competition. Going to three students in each division, a raffle was the state championship along with Miller held for the remaining participants as each is second-place winner Margaret student participating was a “spelling chamHedrick, an 8th grade student at Mission pion” in their own right. Prizes included: • Four more all day passes to Santa Hill Middle School. Having represented Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz County in previous State • Five gift certificates for private Tai Spelling Bee competitions (Miller in Kuan Do lessons at Choi’s Tai Kuan grades 4, 5, 7 and 8 and Hedrick in grades Do, 6, 7 and 8), they know what to expect dur• Ten passes to the Santa Cruz Roller ing the next level of competition. The Palladium third place winner was Jesse Wade of Furthermore, every student received Rose Arbor School. The state championships for students gift certificates from Papa John’s Pizza in in grades 7–9 will be Saturday, May 12, at Scotts Valley and from Taco Bell. Congratulations to the 2012 Santa Miller Creek Middle School, 2255 Las Cruz County Spelling Bee participants. All Gallinas Avenue in San Rafael. The top three finalists in each division of the students did an outstanding job repreceived a trophy donated by Brinks resenting their schools as magnificent Awards and Signs along with two full day spellers. n passes per winner to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk donated by the Santa Cruz S e a s i d e C o m p a n y. Additionally, the Santa Cruz Sentinel will provide each of the top four finalists with a travel stipend of $150 to help cover the costs of the state contest. In addition to recog- First place winner Holt Larkin of Westlake Elementary (from left), Madeline nizing the top Lipscomb of Bonny Doon (second) and Ian Ly of Spring Hill (third).

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Ristorante Barolo t was an absolute joy to go into Ristorante Barolo the day it re-opened in February after a complete maker-over by the TV crew of the popular show “Restaurant Impossible.” And it was equally thrilling to meet Robert Irvine, the show’s demanding star whose goal is to completely transform a restaurant – in terms of décor, menu and service. Gone is the rather drab, old-fashioned interior of the Barolo. It is now all spiffed up with a much brighter look – with modern white and charcoal colors that much better show off the beautiful Victorian interior of the dining room. The staff was overwhelmed with customers on the eve of opening, but good food was enjoyed by all. Chef Giovanni Guerisoli always does a good job and I have heard that the restaurant is doing well as the word has spread about the makeover. Ristorante Barolo in the Bayview Hotel, 8041 Soquel Drive, Aptos, 688-8654.

Santa Cruz Salmon Jerky asey Cowden (no relation) and Jeremy Klaniecki have come up with a spicy salmon jerky that is absolutely delicious. Handcrafted right in Santa Cruz and packed in gluten-free brine, only fresh Canadian king salmon is used. I love the convenient packaging as it’s easy for a last-minute meal or snack – and just perfect to take on a picnic. You can find it at many places locally such as AJ’s Market, Beauregard Winery, Cabrillo Fitness, DeLuxe Foods of Aptos, La Selva Market and The Summit Store. And, last but not least, Cowden’s mother owns The Fish Lady store in Soquel, so it’s no wonder he’s interested in piscatorial delicacies. Info: www.santacruzsalmonjerky.com. Casey Cowden’s cell: 831-210-0603.

ful that there are so many different kinds to be found in this country. Most people from Great Britain, however, prefer a simple hearty, black-leaf brew, so it’s rare to find a Brit swooning over mangosteen tea, rhubarb tea – or other such alien concoctions. Although I have leaf tea in my cupboard, I find the convenient tea bag is often the way to go – and one particular tea called British Blend, made by Tetley, is good and strong and much like the tea back in dear old Blighty. The leaf of this Nepali tea comes in tiny rolled-up balls and when you add boiling water, it opens up – and then you just need to add milk. My quest is to find more of this delicious tea, so please contact me if you know where to find it.

Info: 1-888-776-0679. www.delkbees.com. Email: info@delkbees.com.

Dining Etiquette t a recent dinner party, I observed a friend shoveling food onto a fork with her finger. I refrained from telling her she had a perfectly good knife at the side of her plate because that would have been rude.

The knife is made to go with the fork so that we don’t have to use our fingers. The rule is that we never touch our food – unless it’s the kind of food that we have to pick up and eat – like a chicken leg. n ••• Josie Cowden is a freelance writer and proofreader. Contact her at ravenone274@comcast.net.

Classic Novels

Delk Bees Honey y new favorite honey is produced by Scott Delk of Delk Bees Honey. This honey is unusual in that it’s infused with different flavors. I absolutely love the coffee-infused one, but try the ginger, rosemary and basil flavors – and the garlic, too. They’re all delicious. Delk tells me his honey is now in all seven New Leaf stores.

ACROSS 1. *Harry Potter's antagonist 6. Hole puncher 9. Attention grabber 13. Beyond suburban 14. Sheepish cry 15. Supports climbing plants 16. *Holmes would try to verify this 17. Make a mistake 18. Popular jewelry stone 19. *Toni Morrison's Pulitzer winner 21. *Emerald City visitor 23. Before tac 24. Sports award 25. Siesta

Nepali Tea hen I was in Nepal some time ago, I bought a big bag of Nepali tea to bring back home. It has lasted me for ages, but I’m just about to run out. Does anybody know where to buy it? This particular Nepali tea is called CTC (crush, tear and curl) because of how it’s processed. It’s actually one of the cheaper teas from Nepal, but I love it. Hailing from Great Britain, I’m a huge fan of tea, so I’m thank-

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28. *"A Clockwork Orange" protagonist 30. Performed alone 35. Away from wind 37. Heart feeling 39. Mother-of-pearl 40. Live bait 41. "Now _____ entertainment!" 43. Not Sunni 44. Used to call someone's attention, pl. 46. Expression of pain 47. Dissenting clique 48. Street of shops, especially in orient 50. Fraud or imposter 52. U Rah ___! 53. Mixed breed canine 55. ___ de Janeiro 57. *It chronicles Leopold Bloom's journey through Dublin 61. *Twist and Heep creator

10. A team reserved for 45. Delilah's trusting victim emergencies 11. Comedian with red, 49. Street in Paris 51. One millionth of a curly hair meter 12. 3-point shot 15. Heavy elementary 54. Former Russian leaders particle 20. Enthusiastic approval 56. Giraffe-like African animal 22. Roman goddess of 57. Short for ukuleles fertility 24. Car emission, e.g. 58. Singer/actor Lovett 25. Honorific title given 59. Hindu discipline to Muslim rulers 26. Central Pacific greet- 60. Evoke emotion DOWN 61. Ashton's ex ing 1. Not bright 62. Give off 27. Actress Rosie 2. "____ of thumb" 29. Repeating sound 63. Number of baseball 3. Seed cover fielders 4. 15th century North 31. Lad's counterpart 64. Tiresias in "Oedipus America explorer 32. Autumn color Rex," e.g. 33. *"Fear of Flying" 5. Famous picture 67. Smoker's lung author Jong book pig residue 34. *It happened in 6. Tucked in Venice 7. *One main topic in Tolstoy's 1869 clas- 36. *Jane Austen classic © Statepoint Media 38. ____ A Sketch sic 42. African river, also 8. Hog fat, pl. Answers on 31 » spelled "Chari" 9. Jumping stick

65. _____ Protocol on climate change 66. Consumed 68. China Grass 69. NBA great _____ Baylor 70. St. Louis player 71. Speak one's mind 72. Make hot and dry 73. ___ Lanka 74. Used as fertilizer and explosive

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Announcements

Nar-Anon

hat is co-dependency? What is enabling? What is this insanity? Am I the only one who feels this way? Join Nar-Anon, a world wide fellowship of relatives and friends of addicts who have been affected by someone else's addiction. Three meetings are now being held in Santa Cruz County, on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. For a meeting near you call (888) 374-1164 or email saveyoursanity@aol.com

Al-Anon

re you bothered by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon is a 12-Step program for family and friends of alcoholics. There are meetings every day of the week and there are no dues or fees. For a meeting near you call 831-462-1818 or visit www.ncwsa.org/d23. Everyone is welcome.

Ongoing Events First Mondays of the Month

Lecture Series on "Great Decisions"

7:00pm-8:30 pm, Episcopal Church of St. John, 125 Canterbury Dr. in Aptos ectures will be lead by Dr. Laina FarhatHolzman, sponsored by Santa Cruz Beach, American Association of University Women. For more information, call (831) 688-0541

Second and Fourth Mondays First and Third Wednesdays

Alzheimers Support Groups

Monday: 2:00 - 3:30pm Wednesday: 5:30 – 7:00pm Conference Room at Elena Baskin/Live Oak Senior Center, 1777-A Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz acilitated by Jill Ginghofer, this group is for caregivers and family members of people with Alzheimers.

Mondays thru April 30

Food for Life: The Power of Food for Disease Prevention and Survival

6:00pm-8:00pm, Westside New Leaf Community Market, Santa Cruz he Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is sponsoring an eight-week course entitled, “Food for Life: The Power of Food for Disease Prevention and Survival.” Gain the knowledge that will enable you or family members to prevent disease or better manage it through nutrition. Topics include how foods fight diabetes, beneficial low-fat, high-fiber foods, using the glycemic index, disease-fighting compounds, and healthy weight control. For more information and registration, visit www.foodforlifeclasses.org or call (831) 3253811 or email simplynutritious@gmail.com

oin other adults who are grieving the death of a friend or family member. Learn helpful tools for coping: Share stories and receive support from people who care. No registration required, please call (831) 430-3000

Tuesdays thru Fridays, Sundays

Svaroopa® Yoga Instruction at Aptos Yoga Aptos Yoga, 783 Rio Del Mar Blvd. Ste.23B, Aptos. 831-688-1019 varoopa® Yoga is very different from what most of us think of as yoga. With the support of blankets, beginning students relax into easy poses designed to release the deepest tensions in the body along the spine. This release deeply relaxes the body, quiets the mind, reduces pain, accelerates injury recovery, and promotes better overall health. Classes five days each week. First Class free. For more information, call 688-1019 www.aptosyoga.org

Second Tuesdays Each Month

Free Job Seek Workshop!

6:00pm-7:00pm, Gateway Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Rd. Scotts Valley or more information, visit http://hirewire.org

Wednesdays

Cooking Course on Cancer Prevention and Survival

thru February 15, 6:00pm-8:00pm, New Leaf Community Markets, 1101 Fair Ave. Santa Cruz hysicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is sponsoring a 4-week course entitled “Food for Life: The Power of Food for Cancer Prevention and Survival.” Learn how proper diet can help prevent and survive cancer. Topics: how foods fight cancer; beneficial low-fat, high-fiber foods; dairy and meat alternatives; cancerfighting compounds; and healthy weight control. $95 To register, visit www.cancerproject.org/ classes, call 831-325-381l, or email simplynutritious@gmail.com

Toastmasters: Speak for Success

12:00pm-1:00pm, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. iving a business presentation? Interviewing for a job? Improve your speaking skills in a friendly, supportive environment with Redwood Ramblers Toastmasters. Open to all levels.

Drop-ins welcome. For more information, call 831-335-3693.

Overeaters Anonymous

6:30-7:30pm at Teach by the Beach #50 Rancho Del Mar, Aptos For more information, call (831) 429-7906

First Wednesday of the Month

Child Welfare Review

6:00pm- 9:00pm 1400 Emeline Avenue room 206, Santa Cruz. he orientation is designed to review the child welfare system and to give you a chance to have your question answered by child welfare staff. To register to one of the meeting and for directions, please call 454-4024.

First and Third Wednesdays

Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay ADHD Support Group Meetings

6:30pm-8:00pm at Mar Vista Elementary School on Soquel Dr. or more information, contact Jude Brenis at jbrenis@sbcglobal.net or call (831) 684-0590

Every Other Wednesday

(Next: March 28 • Thru April 15)

Free Tax Assistance

9:30am-11:30 am, Mountain Community Resources, Highway 9 ree tax assistance will be provided by the Santa Cruz Community Credit Union on a walk in basis. To learn more, call (831) 335-6600

Fourth Wednesday each Month

Ongoing Constitution Classes

7:00 pm Quaker Meeting House, 225 Rooney St. Santa Cruz iew video lessons of an in-depth teaching about our Constitution, one of the most respected and copied documents in our nations history. For more information, visit www.meetup.com/santacruz-freedom-forum or email scfreedomforum@gmail.com

Thursdays

Capitola-Aptos Rotary Club Meeting

12-1:30 p.m. at Seascape Golf Course. ontact Doug at 831- 724-9192 or e-mail dnakashima@razzolink.com for more information.

For more information, call (831) 429-7906

City Council Member Stephanie Harlan to hold Office Hours in Capitola Mall

1:00pm-4:00pm Capitola Mall No meeting on Thanksgiving ouncil Member Harlan will meet with residents and persons interested in discussing City issues at Capitola Mall. She looks forward to meeting with her constituents and encourages Capitola residents to stop by and meet with her. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (831) 475-7184

Second Thursdays of the Month

Veterans of Foreign Wars

6:30 pm, 2259 7th Ave. Santa Cruz Commander: Ronals Petty. For more information, call (831) 475-9804

Second and Fourth Thursdays

Cabrillo Host Lions

7:30pm at the Cabrillo Community Center, Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Rd. ublic is invited to all programs. Contact President Paul Henry 831-688-31 or Past President Barbara Chamberlain at 831-6883356. For meeting/dinner reservations or information or visit www.cabrillohostlions.org.

Fridays

plants, seedlings, flowers, local honey, fresh eggs, fresh fish, artisan baked goods and gourmet foods. In addition, family activities, music, cooking demos by professional chefs, gardening workshops, seasonal fairs and events are a part of the market.

Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market

9a.m.-1p.m. SV Community Center, 360 Kings Village Drive www.santacruzfarmersmarket.org

Dated Events

Saturday March 31 The Aptos Academy's Annual Auction and School Gala

5:00pm-9:00pm, Chaminade Resort and Spa he Aptos Academy, a non-profit community school, invites the public to this year’s gala entitled: “Learners of Today, Leaders of Tomorrow.” The fun-filled event features wine tasting, no-host cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and silent and live auctions, all in an elegant setting at the Chaminade Resort and Spa in Santa Cruz. All funds generated will support the school’s Tuition Assistance and Enriched Arts Programs. For ticket information, call (831) 688-1080 or visit www.aptosacademy.org

Clutterers Anonymous

Wednesday April 11

The Alzheimer's Association 15th Annual Education Conference 2012

5:30-6:45 Sutter Maternity & Surgical Center, 2900 Chanticleer Ave, Soquel Dr. Santa Cruz. ired of Clutter? Stuff piling up? Support is available. CLA meeting every Friday. For more info call 426-1868 FREE

Saturdays

Come As You Are Zen

9-10:30 am, Ocean Gate Zendo, 920 41st Ave. Suite B, Santa Cruz (next to Family Cycling Center) ome as you are Zen focuses on Buddhist practices that enhance our daily lives. This will be an informal talk with time for discussion. Free — donation accepted. Visit oceangatezen.org for more info.

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8:00am-4:00pm, Mount Hermon Conference and Treatment Center, 34 Conference Dr. Mt Hermon his is a very special day of learning and sharing for professionals and caregivers who are caring for a loved one. We hope you will join us for workshops, self care, lunch and networking! To learn more call (831) 464-9982. Register online at www.edconference,kintera.org/2012 SantaCruz. Early registration ends on March 15!

Tuesday April 24 Parenting Workshop: Dealing with Disobedience

Tuesdays

5:30pm-8:00pm, Mountain Community Resources, Highway 9. Also May 15 and June 5 mprove your parenting skills! These workshops will include free food, free childcare, and one on one parenting support. Topics will include supporting your partner, dealing with fighting and aggression, being bullied, and the power of self esteem. Events are free! To learn more, call (831) 3356600

Women Care Drop in Cancer Support

Sons In Retirement Luncheon Meeting

rop in Support Group is a gathering for women with all types of cancer. We offer support for women through all stages from diagnoses through treatment. For more information or to register call (831) 457-2273

Drop in Grief Support

6:00pm at Aegis, 125 Heather Terrace, Aptos

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Overeaters Anonymous

1:00-2:00pm, Louden Nelson Community Center, Rm. 5 301 Center St. Santa Cruz

Aptos Certified Farmers Market

8:00 -12:00pm at Cabrillo College, Aptos. he Aptos Market, with over 80 vendors, is open year round, with the best selections of fresh fruits and vegetables,

11:3oam,Severinos Restaurant, 7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos heme for meeting "Cinco de Mayo" Speaker will be Oscar Guzman on Battle of Puebla, May 5, 1862, SIR is organization for retired men for which there are no dues, fees, political or religious agendas. Call 688-0977 for information. n

This month brings so many opportunities and you feel you are finally getting clear of what has held you back or caused you to rethink and take a more modest approach. Now you are getting confident and more positive. Of course, this is helped by having Jupiter in your sign, but your ruler, Venus, will be spending some time in Gemini. Here you are quick witted, open to ideas and willing to try something new. Also you are curious to discover and this leads to a brand new path. After the 22nd you are reassured by the Sun in Taurus, which is cue to grab what is on offer with both hands.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

Announcements

Ageless Art Project

rtists/Crafts people volunteers Share your talent and make creative expression possible by leading an art group of care facility residents. Become an Ageless Art Project Volunteer. For information call 459-8917 ext. 208

SPECTRA Arts Learning

he Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County is seeking stories and anecdotes from people with current or past experience with SPECTRA Arts Learning. These stories will serve as examples of successes students have found through the Council’s SPECTRA program over the years, and may be used to promote the Council’s Arts Learning Resource Directory. If you are an artist, parent, teacher or student with a story to share about your experience with SPECTRA, you are invited to send a brief narrative to Sonia Deetz at the Cultural Council: sonia@ccscc.org.

Ongoing Events

Mondays

Live Team Trivia

6:00pm Brunos BBQ 230 G Mt Hermon RD. Scotts Valley eams for trivia can be as few as one person or as large as 20! Great prizes for 1st and 2end place teams. No cost to play.

Mondays and Wednesdays

Salsa Rueda Class

7:00pm at Louden Nelson Center, 301 Center St., Santa Cruz. earn Salsa Rueda. For more information visit www.salsaruedasantacruz.com or call 831-457-7432

Tuesdays

BINGO

6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell St. osted by Soquel Sports Foundation. BuyIn $25. Also, we have a special BINGO, celebrating our 2nd anniversary, on Sept. 28 at 6:30. Buy-in only $15. www.soquelsports.com

Tuesdays and Weekends

Live Music on the Esplanade

Paradise Beach Grille 215 Esplanade, Capitola. ive music weekends and acoustic guitar Tuesdays. For schedule and more information: (831) 476-4900 Or visit paradisebeachgrille.com

Wednesdays

Peninsula Banjo Band

7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Harry’s Hofbrau, 390 Saratoga Ave, San Jose orty-seven years of performing in the Bay Area, over 250 popular tunes. Come see our band for Free in Sunnyvale Every Wednesday. No cover. Contact Lee McLaughlin, Booking Agent, at 408-993-BAND (2263) for information about booking the band for Non-profit events (donations are tax deductible). www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org

Fridays

Dance Synergy Scholarship Event

Ballroom Dancing

7:30- 11:00pm at Mid-County Senior Center, 829 Bay Ave, Capitola. ive music by The Rainbows. Refreshments, large floor, friendly atmosphere, free parking. All for a donation of $8 per person.

First Fridays of each month

First Friday Art Tour

he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute of Contemporary Arts event, managed in conjunction with the participating art venues. The event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most talented local artists from local galleries. To find out where to participate in a First Friday art tour, visit firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most galleries are open 12-9 pm for First Friday viewings.)

Every other Friday

Shakespeare Club of Santa Cruz

10:30-12:30 pm, First Congregational Church, 900 High St. Santa Cruz, Next: March 30 hakespeare's club is seeking new members to join in the study of his plays. For more information, visit www.fridayshakespeare.org

Fourth Friday of each month

Musical Me Inc. Family Jam Night

6:30-8:30p.m. 239 High St., Santa Cruz. ring your favorite music to dance to and any instruments you'd like to share or perform with. Sliding Scale donation per family of $10$25 (all proceeds going to our scholarship fund.) For more information call 831-438-3514.

Fourth Saturdays of each month

Writers and Poets Open Mike

2:00pm-4:00pm, Porter Memorial Library, 3050 Porter St. Soquel no meeting Jan., July, Aug. or Dec.) riters and Poets are invited to a new monthly open mike reading series. Come and read your fiction, essays, or poetry. For more information, call Jean at (831) 475-4221

Dated Events Saturday March 31

2:00pm-4:00pm, Dance Synergy 9055 Soquel Dr. dmission is free and entertainment will include dance performance, dance instruction, silent auction, raffle, and the amazing surfing magician. All proceeds and donations will go to funding scholarships through the SPCA. to learn more email Caitlin at Santacruz performingartsdance@gmail.com, visit santacruzperformingarts.org, or call (831) 295-1268

The Best of the Central Coast Annual Santa Cruz Watercolor Society Show Awards by Nina Simon

2:00pm-4:00pm, Santa Cruz Art League Gallery 526 Broadway SC or more information, contact Aimee at (831) 425-5954 or Judith at (831) 475-7733 n

Wednesday April 4 Lecture: China's Economy and its New Challenges

1:30pm-2:30 pm, Monterey Peninsula College, Lecture Form 103 ichael Ipson, who served as China Country Manager for International Finance Corporation, the private sector investment arm of the World Bank Group, from 2007 to the beginning of 2010, will review China's economic reform program since 1979 and analyze the challenges China faces as it addresses unequal development, environmental problems, a weak global economy and inflationary pressures. To learn more, call (831) 646-4224 or visit www.gentrain.org

Saturday April 7 Monterey Bay Dahlia Society Sale

9:00am, Deer Park Shopping Center in front of Red Apple Cafe he Monterey Bay Dahlia Society will be holding its annual tuber and plant sale. There will be hundreds of types of dahlias for sale. Come early for best selection! Plants will be $3-$5

Soquel Congregational Church Presents: Spring Fling

Saturday April 7 Sunday April 8

Eggstraordinary Egg Hunt at Roaring Camp

10:00am-1:30pm, Soquel Congregational Church, 4951 Soquel Dr. Soquel. An easter brunch will be served from 11:00am-1:00pm. resented by the ladies of the craft group, this fabulous event will feature traditional and unusual hand crafted articles, which will be sold at reasonable prices. Wanda's famous fudge will be sold, along with bird houses, sturdy shopping bags, hand-knitted baby clothes, and more! For further details, contact (831) 475-2867

Sunday April 1 The Best of the Central Coast Annual Santa Cruz Watercolor Society Show Awards

By Nina Simon: 2:00pm-4:00pm, Santa Cruz Art League Gallery 526 Broadway SC or more information, contact Aimee at (831) 425-5954 or Judith at (831) 475-7733

Easter Eggspress departs at 11:00am. 12:30pm, and 2:00pm, Roaring Camp, Felton op aboard the Roaring Camp Eggspress, for the Eggstraordinary Egg Hunt. Hear the story of Peter Rabbit as the train chugs up Bear Mountain. Visit the Easter egg patch and hunt for colorful chocolate eggs! Prizes for those who find specially marked eggs. Easter crafts and games for children riding the train. Parking is $8. Train rides are $24 for adults and $17 for children. To make reservations, call (831) 335-4484 or visit www.roaringcamp.com

Saturday April 14 Sunday April 15 Santa Cruz Chamber Players Present "The Democratic Muse" Saturday at 8:00pm Sunday at 3:00pm,

Christ Lutheran Church, 10707 Soquel Dr, Aptos he Democratic Muse explores the influences of pop, Broadway, folk and jazz idioms on American classical music of the era, while celebrating ideas of independence, freedom and individualism, as well as the richly collaborative New York artistic environment of the early to mid-20th century. Artistic director and pianist Mary Jane Cope will be joined by violinist Shannon Delaney and cellist Kristin Garbeff. Admission: $25, $20 Senior, $10 youth, age 12 and under free. Visit santacruztickets.com for tickets or get them at the door 1/2 hour before performance. To learn more, visit www.scchamberplayers.org n

Saturday April 28 Sunday April 29 California Coast On30 Model Railroad Exhibit

Saturday: 9:30am-3:30pm, Sunday 9:30am2:30pm, Roaring Camp, Felton vid hobbyists will be exhibiting and operating their On30 modular railroads in Bret Harte Hall. See narrow-guage equipment roll through realistic scenes from central California during the early 1900s. For information on model trains, visit www.ccc-on30.org. Admission is free, parking is $8 per vehicle. To learn about this exhibit as well as the steam train schedule, visit www.roaringcamp.com

22end Annual Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show

10:00am-4:00pm, Half Moon Bay Airport, 9850 N Cabrillo Hwy. alf Moon Bay's showcase of motorized mechanical marvels from throughout the 20th and 21st Centuary with more than 2,000 displays for public viewing! Show will include a Demolition Derby, Unicycle Drag Racing, monster truck rides, go-kart rides, kids amusements, food and live music. All to benefit the Coastside Adult Day Health Center. Admission: $20 for adults, $10 for kids and ages 65+, free for kids 10 and under. To learn more call (650) 726-2328 or visit miramarevents.com

Saturday May 5 Sunday May 6

16th Annual A La Carte & Art

10:00am-6:00pm Castro St. Mountain View he Bay Area's popular outdoor festival season kicks-off in Mountain View, at this vibrant Cinco De Mayo celebration featuring live music, a juried arts and crafts show with 200 of the West Coast's top artists. There will also be art show-cases, health and wellness displays, home and garden exhibits, festive food and drink with premium wine, microbrews, margaritas, mojitos, and sangria, a farmers market with fresh seasonal produce, a classic car show, and exciting kids' fun in the Tons of Fun Zone. Admission is free. To learn more, call (650) 964-3395 n

There are always plenty of choices and you are able to deal with this, in spite of your recent efforts to simplify your life. Like a butterfly you alight on particular flower for a few moments and then you are on to the next in an endless quest for the perfect and most interesting idea. This month with Venus entering your sign, your social life is brilliant, but you don't get too close to anyone for too long. You like the variety and strange juxtapositions of different people and the fact that you are the link between them all. The Taurus Sun helps you to make sense of a situation that has been puzzling for a while.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

The Early Full Moon this month falls in LIbra so think about balance and equilibrium, Are you enjoying too much of a good thing, or simply spending too much time and effort working when you could be playing? Now is your chance to get back on track. Indeed, since the Sun highlights your career until the 20th, you may be thinking of what this means to you in the broader sense. Where are you headed and are you happy with your choices? Consider more time on reflection and creating perfect harmony, between mind, body and your spiritual needs.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

You cannot help but enjoy the fact that the season is turning into Spring with Summer not too far behind. Initially, you begin to see green shoots that promise of better times to come. The Aries Sun highlights your adventurous spirit and you are attracted to pastures new and those people who buoy you up rather than drag you down. You are less tolerant of negativity and find ways to avoid this, which is necessary for your well being. However, do watch your spending for this month. Demands on your resources are quite high but with your natural creativity you will find ways to counteract this.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Mars still is working its way through your sign and turns direct mid month. This is good news since you feel you have had to deal with delays and putting your plans on the back burner which can be deeply frustrating. Still, with so much cosmic activity around, you find other pursuits to divert you. At last, you are out in the garden enjoying the new green leaves and fresh flowers that so help calm your soul. Relationships continue to be interesting and you find someone's behaviour a little puzzling, to say the least. All becomes clearer after the third week.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

Common sense prevails although there are few mad moments this month. With Uranus in your opposite sign of Aries, joined by the Sun, the strange and unconventional is oddly appealing. Added to this, Saturn in your sign offers a note of caution. You are in a situation where you are attracted to doing something completely different, and then you appear to be dragged back by someone of something deciding this isn't right for you. this allows you to focus on what is workable, but also a new exciting venture which works out fine. You have to be persistent.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

We live in strange times and this month brings a variety of experiences, none of which seem to have a long lasting effect. On the one hand, Jupiter's influence can bring a variety of people into your who may or may not play a leading role in either love or business partnerships, but you are also seeing what is workable and practical for the future. There is a certain amount of backtracking and this is fine, as it allows you to get things right. You are incredibly organized in other areas and anything that involves team work is good for you. You are more focused on your personal life after the 20th.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You get back your old enthusiasm once more, after feeling a little jaded by recent events. But you turn around what was not promising at all into something quite special. This month's sun in Aries is great for getting involved in those activities which are fun, sociable and creative so either initiate these or take part. In terms of relationships and your love life, Venus, planet of love and romance goes into Gemini this month, highlighting all kinds of relationships but it's perfect for the long term long lasting kind. Love is definitely in the air!

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

March is an intriguing month for you, with lots of different experiences and definite breaks from routine, You feel you are moving forward at long last but you have had helpful links to from Jupiter to your sign. There is a focus on family life and working from home and you see ways to increase your income using your own creativity and ideas. After the 20th, these activities become more practical and tangible and you go down a new path with exciting prospects. You turn what could have been a bit of a disaster to an opportunity of a lifetime.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

Initially, a tricky aspect between Neptune and Mars could mean unexpected expense and a drain on your resources. But you deal with this effectively and must not let it spoil the superb opportunities that are around this month. Your key focus is on communication, research and sharing ideas with others which could lead to a whole new way of thinking. You are inspired by what you discover and this sets you in a new direction which is much better for you. You are also entering a deeply creative time which means that you learn from mistakes and experiment to a certain extent which is as how it should be.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

Discover new ways of exploring your natural talents. Sometimes, it is easy to take for granted what you find easy but is actually quite a skill. this month you see what is so natural to you that others can benefit from. Now you have to find a way to integrate this into a service for others or take you into a new jobs market. Times are tough but your ability to be adaptable is going to set you on the right path. Later this month, important meetings with people who are on your side and open doors for you leads to some great offers. You are on your way at last!

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

You are full of energy and raring to go with new plans and ideas in the pipeline. Relationships are helped with Venus in the sign of Gemini for some time to come so if single, you need to be sociable and say yes to offers which involve cinema, travel and partying. Meanwhile, helpful influences can bring more stability to your finances and you can either begin your own business or find ways to be creative with your cash, especially after the 21st. Mercury in your sign from the 17th also helps to keep your month full of variety and interest. ••• Find Out More www.AnnabelBurton.tv

Aries (March 21-April 20)

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Santa Cruz County Symphony’s Classical Reflection by Josef Sekon, DMA Three Bs Encore concert

he delightful Mello Center provided the venue for the Sunday March 25 concert in which the Santa Cruz Symphony under the direction of John Larry Granger presented the works of Franz Berwald, Ludwig van Beethoven and Johannes Brahms. The little known Overture To Estrella De Soria (1841) by Berwald opened the concert in a somewhat solemn and somber beginning. Again, the orchestra displayed its brilliance with excellent brass and wind sections leading the way. If little known works are proJohn Larry Granger grammed, then why not introduce the audience to something composed in the 20th and now 21st centuries, an idea long anticipated by many orchestra supporters? After all said and done, education in terms of what’s composed today is of interest to almost every concertgoer. The orchestra exhausted all of Berwald’s musical intentions. The highly anticipated Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major, Op. 58 (1806) with the charismatic Jon Nakamatsu as soloist was performed with depth and an almost innocent freshness

Ludwig van Beethoven • Johannes Brahms • Franz Berwald

coupled with sparkling poise and virtuosity. However, there were moments when this writer anticipated a bit more Beethovian fire. Nakamatsu’s highly controlled, very demanding trills were perfectly executed. The many chromatic passages and beautifully tapered phrasing were realized with musical taste and perfectly negotiated. A fleeting moment in the first cadenza hinted at the Appassionata Sonata. Except for a moment or two in the third movement the overall balance and coordination between orchestra and piano was very well conceived. After a standing ovation, the audience was treated to an encore of the Fantasie Impromptu in C Sharp Minor, Op. 66 by Chopin. Nakamatsu showed his mixture of imagination and personal interpretation of this well-known work.

The wonderful Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98 (1885) by Johannes Brahms was elegantly performed. The beautifully haunting opening of major third (B-G) and minor sixth (E-C) inverted intervals in the violins set the stage for the superb musical interpretation that followed. The Chaconne and set of variations that comprises the fourth Jon Nakamatsu movement made a powerful musical statement and was thoroughly enjoyed. Special recognition must be given to both the brass and wind sections. They performed in great style throughout the entire concert. Well done Maestro Granger! n

Monterey Bay Dahlia Society Tuber Sale at Deer Park

he Monterey Bay Dahlia Society will be holding its annual tuber and plant sale April 7 at the Deer Park Shopping Center in Aptos. The sale is located behind the shopping center in front of the Red Apple Cafe. Doors will open at 9 am. There will be hundred of types of dahlias for sale. Come early for best selection $3.00 and $5.00. The Dahlia is a native of Mexico and its national flower but it was named in 1789 for Swedish Botanist, Anders Dahl, author of Observationes Botanicae. Patricia Santana, owner of Manuel’s Restaurant in Seacliff, is in her second year of growing Dahlias. “Since I originally came from

Sweden and am now part of the Mexican culture, I find this flower’s history exciting. I call myself an enthusiastic amateur Dahlia grower. There are so many varieties. It blooms all summer long and even into the fall. The more you harvest the flowers, the more it blooms. I plan to give them to my family and friends and to put lots of Dahlias on the tables at my restaurant because

it’s the official flower of Mexico.” Santana is in the process of preparing a place to grow her favorite flower in the vacant lot behind Manuel’s Restaurant. Last summer, at the American Dahlia Association National Show in Santa Clara, three local members, Kevin Larkin & Karen Zydner, Kristine Albrecht, and Mary Bannister won the three top prizes at the show. Their tubers plus the other 40 members’ roots and plants will be on sale. The Monterey Bay Dahlia Society holds it’s local meeting at the Simpkins Swim Center the second Friday of the month at 7 pm. n ••• To contact the Monterey Bay Dahlia Society: Website mbdahlias.org

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By Mike Conrad, Division Chief Operations, Aptos La Selva Fire Protection District

ell by now I hope you have changed all of your clocks, it seems like every year I miss some electronic device like the phone recorder and it takes several weeks to get them all changed. Did you replace the batteries in your smoke and CO detectors at the same time? Are you sure? It’s very cheap insurance to protect you and your family and with the early detection hopefully minimize the damage done to your property. I know, I hear a lot of people say, “Why change it twice a year it’s still good.” I cannot argue the fact that the battery is probably still good, but why bet the safety of your family on a “Probably still good” when for just a few dollars you can be sure that the batteries are fresh and operational. Keep the battery you take out of the detector, use it in other devices around your home and when it does go bad, please make sure to dispose of them properly. What a winter we have had. Every time I decided to base this article on what Mother Nature was doing it would change 180 degrees. So with that in mind and spring upon us I do want to talk about the wildland fire season coming up. When I started thinking about this month’s article we were having a very dry year, locally and State wide. Last year by the end of February state wide Cal Fire had responded to 125 wildland fires resulting in the loss 150 acre’s which is fairly normal dur-

ing the winter months. This year by the end of February Cal Fire has responded to over 400 wildland fires with over 600 acre’s lost, so the outlook was and may still be for a greater than normal wildland fire risk. Between starting and finishing this article we had up to 20” of rain in some of the mountain areas which has helped greatly in bringing our rain fall totals closer to normal. What effect will this have on our local fire risk and that of the State? It is just too early to tell but like with changing the batteries in your smoke and CO detectors why take the chance that a wildland fire probably will not occur in your neighborhood. Now is the time to go out and take advantage of the nicer weather and starting reducing the fuel load around your home, prune up limbs on your trees to reduce the chance of a ground fire making its way up into the tree tops. Clean your roofs and rain gutters to remove dead tree debris. A little time now can make a huge difference latter. For more information on how to prepare your property for the wildland fire season please visit the Cal Fire website at www.fire.ca.gov or contact your local fire department. n ••• If you have questions for me or ideas you would like to see in future articles feel free to contact me at mikec@aptosfire.com

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e started out as just a number, A880765, sitting alone in a cold cement run at a high-kill shelter down in Bakersfield. Although he was terrified and unsure, this one-year-old Terrier mix wagged his tail wildly whenever shelter volunteers walked by begging to be taken out. He would literally hug their legs pleading them not to leave him. Soon everyone was in love with this sweet boy and started to rally together to get him out of the shelter and into a rescue. They sent out mass emails, made hundreds of phone calls, one of which reached the Santa Cruz SPCA, and after a five-hour drive, he arrived in Santa Cruz and was named Andy. Andy quickly adjusted to the SPCA’s open environment and it became clear that he very much enjoyed the social, high paced environment with a constant flow of people. He’s a very happy boy with a good amount of energy and high level of athleticism. This sweet guy would make an excellent running, hiking or biking partner. Not only is he fun but this guy is beautiful too! He’s got a gorgeous and thick wire coat that’s a mix of deep red and black. His eyes are a piercing yellow gold and just add to his striking appearance. Andy would be best as a companion to a female dog or as an only dog in the household. He tolerates other boys but likes to be the boss. As he was recently neutered, this bossiness should fade in the months to come. Terriers are smart, active, fearless and a ton of fun but they also require strict training and solid boundaries. If you’re looking for a fun and spunky companion who will bring you a lot of love, laughs and life you may want to come by and take a peek at Andy. Although life hasn’t treated him well, he’s moved on and is now ready for a bright future with a new family. Is yours the one? Our adoption package for dogs and cats includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, micro-chipping, an ID tag, collar, a free health exam with a licensed Veterinarian, one month’s free health insurance, discounted crate purchase and other animal care materials. If you would like to help animals like Andy and his orphaned friends, please consider donating to the Santa Cruz SPCA. The Santa Cruz SPCA is a 501c3 charitable organization and receives no government funding, relying solely on public donations to run its many programs that benefit the animals and people of our community. For more information call the Santa Cruz SPCA at 465-5000, or visit www.santacruzspca.org. The SPCA is located at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz, CA 95065 and is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 p.m. n

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