Scotts Valley Times May 1st 2012 by Times Publishing Group, Inc.

May 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. 5

Serving Scotts Valley, Ben Lomond, Boulder Creek & Felton

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Plastic Bags have not been banned yet

Council Takes Pass on Plastic Bag Ban … for Now

K and told him that because of SVUSD’s record of providing the community with quality public education they would not be applying for the exemption if the measure passes.

anning Styrofoam may happen this summer in Scotts Valley but banning plastic bags is on hold. The county took the first step and will soon be followed by Watsonville while businesses in Capitola are voluntarily giving up providing plastic bags to their customers. When discussing a possible ban in Scotts Valley, the suggestion was made to not charge a fee for paper bags after the ban went into effect. However, the Save the Plastic Bag Coalition said that paper is even worse for the environment than plastic because as paper decomposes in landfills it produces two to three times the amount of carbon emissions. The fee for paper bags is seen as “mitigation” for the emission problem. The fee would relieve the city from having to produce a costly environmental impact report before the ban could go into effect. The county avoided such a report by charging the 10¢ fee encouraging shoppers to use re-useable bags.

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Senior Coalition debates support for Measure K before approval.

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BEHIND MEASURE K

SVUSD $48 Parcel Tax Claimed Essential to Local Education By Noel Smith s the June 5 Primary Election gets closer, public support for Measure K is growing. The proposed $48 per year parcel tax will provide additional funding for the Scotts Valley

Unified School District for the next three years if passed. The Senior Coalition is latest group to provide their official support for measure K. This is seen as a surprise because the Coalition is usually an anti-tax group. A senior exemption for

the proposed parcel tax helped to gain their backing. The exemption will be in effect for the 3-year duration of the tax once applied for. However, according to Derek Timm, Campaign Chair of Save our Schools SV said that many seniors are supporting Measure

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SLVHS Seeking Director’s Proposals for Winter Musical an Lorenzo Valley High School is seeking proposals from aspiring directors for the 2013 Winter Musical for the school! Proposal presentations will be heard at the May 8, 2012 SLVHS Drama Boosters Meeting, held at the high school at 6:30pm in the Staff Room.

For more information about the SLVHS Theatre Program and a copy of the Director’s Toolkit, please go to the Drama Website at https://sites.google.com/a/slvusd.org/drama. Questions can also be directed to Terilynn Bench, Drama Booster President, slvdrama@gmail.com. ••• The Yamaha CFX Piano Series ntonio Iturrioz in a Benefit Performance for the Juanita Orlando Grand Piano Fund Program: Aria by J. S. Bach arranged by Godowsky • Alt Wein by Godowsky • Night in the Tropics by Gottschalk • Two Etudes by Chopin • S y m p h o n i c Metamorphoses on the Artist’s Life by Johann Strauss arranged by Godowsky, “The Buddha of the Piano.” • Nocturne for the Left Antonio Iturrioz hand Alone by Scriabin • Etude by Chopin arranged for the left hand by Godowsky • Tango Blue by Charles Sepos • Scenes from Childhood, Op. 15 by Robert Schumann • El Cocoye by Gottschalk Antonio Iturrioz: “… the wonderful nuances of the playing, the ravishing pianissimos, the gorgeous tone production, virtuosic displays and control, beauty, architecture, and form were all offered with complete regard for the meaning of the music.” (www.peninsulareviews.com). Sunday, May 6 at 7 pm, First Congregational Church, 900 High Street Santa Cruz. Open to the Public by Donation: from $20 Make your donation payable to Aptos Community Foundation (ACF/CFX), 125 Via Juanita Lane, Aptos 95003. Online at www.distinguishedartists.org or at the door. For more information write: joorland@gmail.com ••• Openings for Año Nuevo State Park Volunteer Naturalist Training nce a year Año Nuevo State Park opens its doors to new recruits for

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our extensive volunteer training program. Año Nuevo State Reserve is currently looking for outdoor enthusiasts to join our volunteer family. A true jewel of the California coast and home to a large Elephant Seal rookery, Año Nuevo is 20 miles north of Santa Cruz and offers an uncommon and remarkable wildlife experience. Accepted applicants receive comprehensive training as docent naturalists; then lead guided walks through the rookery during the breeding season and act as “roving” naturalist interpreters for the rest of the year. Training begins in early September. For more information, please call (650) 8792029. ••• Honor Society Awards Scholarships lpha Gamma Sigma (AGS) California Community College Scholastic Honor Society announced that Cabrillo College students Charlotte Achen, Cedar Green, and Oleksii Chuiko were each awarded scholarships by the academic honor society and service organization of the California Community Colleges AGS holds an annual convention each spring, at which the organization awards scholarships to students who excel in academics and/or community service. This year ’s 86th Annual AGS Convention held in the Doubletree Hotel, 2050 Gateway Place, San Jose, CA, had 539 attendees representing 44 college chapters. At the award ceremony on Saturday April 21, 54 student members of AGS were awarded scholarships totaling $38,400. Ms. Achen was the recipient of $600 for the Ed Walsh Scholarship for outstanding community service. Mr. Green and Mr. Chuiko were both recipients of $700 for the Kathleen D. Loly Award, which recognizes academic excellence. Mr. Green serves as president of the Cabrillo College chapter of AGS. Ms. Achen is a former president and was a presenter at this year’s convention. n

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John Larry Granger’s Grand Finale

anta Cruz County Symphony concert features works by Mendelssohn, Nielsen and Vaughan Williams with vocal styling of the Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus, soprano, Anja Strauss and tenor, Steven Berlanga. This Mother ’s Day weekend, the

Cover SV Community Lining up Behind Measure K – SVUSD $48 Parcel Tax Claimed Essential to Local Education By Noel Smith Valley News – Plastic Bag Ban • Laurel Curve • Woodside Development • City Fees Increased • Library Amenities • Hospice has New CEO

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Community News SLVHS Seeking Director’s Proposals for Winter Musical • The Yamaha CFX Piano Series • Openings for Año Nuevo State Park Volunteer Naturalist Training • Honor Society Awards Scholarships John Larry Granger’s Grand Finale – Saturday, May 12, 8 p.m. Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium & Sunday, May 13, 2 p.m. Watsonville’s Mello Center • Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center Events Music in May 5th Anniversary Season • Violinist David Arben, Holocaust survivor Santa Cruz SCORE wants you to succeed Ditch Four Wheels for Two this May – National Bike Month • Second Annual Santa Cruz Rejuvenation Festival Offers 25 Music, Dance and Children’s Entertainment Acts Candidates for Fifth District Supervisor Debate Issues • Social Security: Serving Wounded Warriors and the Survivors of Our Fallen Heroes Mt. Charlie Challenge – Annual Fundraising Bike Ride and Festival Set for May 5 • Capitola’s New Target Recruiting Store Staff Through State’s EED Program Amgen Tour comes through Santa Cruz; ends Stage 2 in Aptos American Red Cross Heroes Breakfast – Wednesday, May 16, 7a.m. - 9 a.m. Cocoanut Grove Ballroom • 20,000 Stories Ready to be Taken Home! Friends of Santa Cruz Public Libraries Book Sale May 25 –26 at the Civic Auditorium Sports Wrap • Page 9 – Valley Scoreboard

Kids Camp • Page 11 – Protect Your Kids from the Dreaded ‘Summer Slide’

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Business Profiles Scotts Valley Spa & Boutique – Through the Hyacinth Blue Door By Cynthia Howe Quality Comes First at Integrity Automotive Service By Cynthia Howe

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Scotts Valley Chamber News • Pages 15-18 Anthony Robbins Peak Performance Workshop Comes to ‘High Noon in Scotts Valley’ • Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership BBQ • Calendar of Upcoming Events Fifth Annual Bocce Ball Tournament at SkyPark June 1 • Chamber Welcomes New Ambassador Michael Seigle of Comcast Business Services All-County Chamber Mixer May 31 • Stonehouse Bar & Grill Opens at the Hilton • Scotts Valley Businesswoman named Woman of Influence May Business Networking Mixer May 24 • Welcome to Our New Members! • LSCC Announces 2012 Graduation Reception • Happy Hour Networking Event May 10 • The Circus Returns to Scotts Valley; Chamber Discounts! Calendar • Arts & Entertainment – Pages 28 & 29

Monthly Horoscope • Page 29 - Your May Horoscope - Annabel Burton, Astrologer© 22 25 26 27 31

Featured Columnists The Book Bag by Robert Francis – What’s buggin’ you? Kiddies bug books… Work in Progress by Camille Smith – Are you a Sweet Genius Under Pressure? Disaster Preparedness By Mike DeMars, Central Fire Protection District Out & About by Josie Cowden Classical reflection by Josef Sekon – Daedalus String Quartet at the Carmel Sunset Center SPCA Featured Pet • Page 31 – Stan is the Man

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Santa Cruz County Symphony celebrates the end of an era. Maestro John Larry Granger will conduct his last concert series with the Santa Cruz County Symphony in grand form with the entire Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus and two talented vocal soloists. Symphony audiences will have one last chance to witness the culmination of Maestro Granger’s 21 years at the podium before he retires. This special concert will be held on Saturday, May 12, 8 pm at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium with a matinee performance on Sunday, May 13, 2 pm at Watsonville’s Mello Center for the Performing Arts. The concert opens with the brilliant overture to Maskarade, an opera by Denmark’s greatest composer, Carl Nielsen. “Symphony” > 9

Maestro John Larry Granger

Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center Events

Annual Open House & Mother’s Day Sale Saturday, May 12, 12 - 6 p.m. he Public is welcome to this FREE event! Come and see what’s new and exciting at the Art Center! Artists participating in the current gallery exhibition bring in more of their reasonably priced artworks with gift-giving in mind. Find that unique gift for that special someone in your life! Shop local — Support local artists.

Muir Trail Ramble Saturday, May 19, 7:30 p.m. he Public is welcome to this FREE event! Local adventurists and authors Peter & Donna Thomas regale us with a slide show and information about their walk from San Francisco to Yosemite, retracing Muir’s 300 mile route, based on their research from Muir’s notes. Their book will be available for purchase as well. Seating is limited!

Plein Air Day at Camp Joy Sunday, May 10, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. o-sponsored with Camp Joy Gardens, proceeds from this day of painting outdoors in the open-air benefit youth scholarships for both non-profits. Come when the morning is fresh and the light is new. Bring your gear and a brown bag lunch; paint on into the afternoon if you wish.

Upcoming Adult Classes rawing from Nature”: Field Sketching & the Illustrated Journal with Cynthia Armstrong 10 - 2 pm. Four Separate Classes: Sunday, May 6, 2012, Saturday, June 16, 2012, Saturday, July 14, 2012, Saturday, Aug. 18, 2012 Journaling helps us to slow down to really see and appreicate the world around us. This course is designed for those who love being in nature and wish to record their experiences in the form of an illustrated journal. Appropriate for all skill levels. n ••• The Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center 9341 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA (831) 3363513 main (831) 336-4ART class info. Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Sunday 12-6 pm. info@mountainartcenter.org, Website: www.MountainArtCenter.org

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However, lawsuits are pending against Marin County, San Francisco and San Luis Obispo County. The suits say that before passing such bans, those counties needed to have first conducted environmental impact reports to show how plastic and paper bags impact the environment, and to determine how much counties and cities enacting such bans should charge in paper bag fees to mitigate environmental impacts. Locals Criticize Laurel Curve Safety Improvements everal deadly accidents at the infamous Laurel Curve prompted Caltrans to extend the barrier separating the north and south traffic lanes. Unfortunately, this closed the entrance to Laurel Road from southbound Highway 17 for those living on Laurel Road. Now in order to go to Scotts Valley, residents must first go 2.5 miles north to the summit before making a hazardous U-turn to go back south. When coming from Silicon Valley to reach Laurel Road a resident must go south to Sugar Loaf or beyond before making a U-turn heading back north to Laurel Road. A rancorous meeting on April 18 had as many as fifty people complaining that the closure was not only inconvenient but also dangerous.

Woodside Development Underway he 18-acre Woodside residential and commercial development at 5015 Scotts Valley Drive started with the demolition of a former RV dealership, and former home to Slawinski Auction Co. until it moved last year to Green Hills Road. San Jose developer Jim Sullivan and his partner, Castle Cos. of San Ramon, will be building three commercial buildings, 5,000 to 5,500 square feet each and 49 single-family homes, from 1,600 to 1,900 square feet. This makes Woodside larger than the 46-unit town house project by City Ventures of San Francisco development on Blue Bonnet Lane, on which work began in December. Sullivan said the total investment in the Woodside project would exceed $10 million, which includes cost of land, construction of aboveground and underground improvements such as streets, utilities, stormwater and sewer systems.

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Laurel Curve on Highway 17

Three Percent Increase In City Fees Approved he Scotts Valley City Council unanimously approved an across the board increase in city fees. This includes recreation, park facilities and Community Center fees starting May 18 as well as all Planning Department and Building fees, which will increase as of June 18. The rationale was that the city is not collecting enough in taxes to pay for the rising costs of providing city services. The fees have been periodically adjusted to account for inflation and reflect the actual cost to the city according City Manager Steve Ando. Also pending is a proposed 5 percent increase in sewer bills, which is scheduled to come before the council for a public hearing May 16. The council also approved a new prioritized capital improvement plan for various projects including improvements to roads and parks and replacing city equipment. The total proposed capital budget for 2012-13 is $634,000, most of which is to be used for improvements at the wastewater plant. Also, $145,000 has allocated for a new police records-management system, and $75,000 set aside for road improvement projects.

Outside Amenities Approved for Library he city approved the construction and installation of a patio with landscaping, a barbecue, lounging chairs and a fountain. These new facilities for library patrons will be ready by September/October.

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Construction will soon begin on the $100,000 project funded by the Scotts Valley chapter of the Friends of the Library at no cost to the city. According to Library Director Teresa Landers, the Santa Cruz Library Joint Powers Authority will pay for ongoing maintenance. Councilman Jim Reed, who also is on the Joint Powers Authority’s board, told the council that about $25,000 is left to be raised. Friends of the Library will meet in early May to discuss fundraising options.

Hospice of Santa Cruz County has New Chief fter a nationwide search, Michael Milward has been hired as the new chief executive for Hospice of Santa Cruz County. Milward is a veteran California attorney with experience as a bereavement counselor. He replaces Ann Carney Pomper following her nineyear tenure with Hospice. Pomper is retiring in June to spend more time with her family and pursue other interests. Milward graduat- Michael Milward ed in 1981 from the University of Santa Clara School of Law and is a graduate of the Metta Institute End of Life Care Practitioner Program, Milward, 57, was a chaplain for Hospice of Amador and Calaveras counties, and Sutter Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice in Santa Rosa. n

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The State has cut the SVUSD budget by $2M over the past three years causing the loss of over 20% of the district’s teachers with many other cuts to programs and staff that directly impact students. The tax of $48 per parcel is projected to raise between $300,000 and $350,000 per year during its three years. These additional funds will not be enough to restore services already lost or teachers that have been let go. Measure K will help prevent or reduce further cuts and extend the length of time before the District’s reserves are exhausted. Scotts Valley Schools consistently rank among the top 10% in the State, and boast a 98% graduation rate, with over 97% of those graduates going on to higher education. However, the State and its financial situation has confronted the state’s schools a series of massive budget cuts endangering the quality of public education in our community. The parcel tax would be for three years. If approved, 100% of the money will stay with Scotts Valley Schools. These funds cannot be taken away by the State. Also, the parcel tax cannot be used for administration salaries, non-classroom personnel or buildings. Measure K provides for an exemption for those receiving SSI Disability benefits and for seniors over 65. To ensure funds are spent as promised, there will be an independent citizen’s oversight committee. According to Save Our Schools SV (SOS SV – Website www.sossv.org), this temporary parcel tax will: 1) protect local education by helping to maintain reading, writing skills in all grades, 2) preserve programs in mathematics and sciences for all grades, 3) hold down further increases in class size while 4) retaining highly qualified teachers.

Larry Beaman (left), President Scotts Valley School Board and Derek Timm, Campaign Chair of Save our Schools SV. A Parcel Tax is a flat tax applied to District’s boundaries and requires each parcel of land within a School approval of at least 2/3 of those voting on the measure. Once the tax is approved, all of the money collected will stay with Scotts Valley Schools. Over 100 other School Districts throughout the State

The tax of $48 per parcel is projected to raise between $300,000 and $350,000 per year during its three years. These additional funds will not be enough to restore services already lost or teachers that have been let go. Measure K will help prevent or reduce further cuts and extend the length of time before the District’s reserves are exhausted.

have passed similar parcel Taxes to help them through the current financial crisis. Scotts Valley Unified School District’s administration and employees have worked diligently together to make cuts and cost-saving concessions. Some of the steps that have already been taken are: • Increased class sizes in K-3rd grade classes from 20 students per teacher to 30 students • Reduced staffing in every area including Teachers, Counselors, Instructional aides, Library clerks, School site office staff, Maintenance staff and District office staff • No cost-of-living salary increases since July 2007 for both teachers and administrators • Reduced the work year by two furlough days while retaining instructional days. Teachers voluntarily gave up two professional development days for the 2011-12 school year, which translates to a pay cut for teachers. • Adopted a less expensive medical insurance plan for employees to create savings for the District. Teachers are now paying more for their health care related costs. • Postponed textbook adoptions • Returned portable classrooms no longer required • Negotiated lower lease rates for remaining leased portable classrooms • Reduced budgets for supplies and services • Shifted funding to core instructional programs, by taking advantage of SB X34 and SB70 categorical flexibility. • Reviewed and renegotiated service contracts wherever possible Timm, said, “The district’s administrators, teachers and classified employees are all to be commended for their willingness to go the extra mile in preserving a quality education for our community’s children. Now is the time for the community to join in helping to do the same by passing Measure K.” n

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Music in May 5th Anniversary Season

World Class Chamber Music Concerts at First Congregational Church and Cabrillo College Recital Hall

usic in May (Mim) will present a very special Season 5 Anniversary Celebration on Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12, 2012, including a World Premiere and an extraordinary roster of guest artists hailing from five countries. The season is dedicated to David Arben, former Associate Concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra, a Holocaust survivor and mentor to Mim’s Artistic Director Rebecca Jackson. Mim 2012 welcomes back pianists Amy Yang (“a magnificent artist and poet: everything she touches turns to gold.” ––The New York Concert Review) and Russian-born Kostantin Soukhoveski (“master storyteller” –– mostlyclassical.blogpost.com), Joining them will be Jose Gonzalez Granero, principal clarinet of the San Francisco Opera, cellist Ani Kalayjian (“representing the young, upand-coming generation”––Los Angeles Times], violinists Dmitri Pogorelov (“Clearly this artist has the makings of a violin superstar.” ––Flint Journal), Alexandra Leem of the Santa Fe Opera, and Mim Artistic Director Rebecca Jackson (“riveting”––San Francisco Examiner). On Friday May 11 at First Congregational Church, Santa Cruz, the program features Bartok’s Contrasts, a dynamic 16-minute piano, violin, & clarinet trio, flanked by two romantic giants: Schumann’s Marchenerzalungen (piano, viola and clarinet) and Rachmaninoff’s D Minor Trio (piano, cello, violin). On Saturday May 12 at the Cabrillo College recital Hall, Aptos, the centerpiece of the concert will be the World Premiere by composer Polina Nazaykinskaya, graduate of Yale. A monumental work inspired by the miraculous life of David Arben, former associate concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra and Holocaust sur-

Rebecca Jackson with Jose Gonzalez Granero.

vivor, it will feature two pianos, string quartet, and clarinet, and will be conducted by the composer. Also featured on that program is Anna Clyne’s Within her Arms. Commissioned by the Los Angeles Philharmonic for Esa Pekka-Salonen’s final season and performed at the finale concerts of the 2011 Cabrillo Festival, the work has met with overwhelming praise and emotion. Alex Ross of The New Yorker described it as “…a fragile elegy for fifteen strings; intertwining voices of lament bring to mind English Renaissance masterpieces of Thomas Tallis and John Dowland.” Mim’s string quartet will also be featured in Osvaldo Golijov’s Tenebrae. Of a Charleston performance, Post and Courier reported, “When it ended, the whole crowd leaped up in a spontaneous standing ovation.” Other works on the program include Rachmaninoff’s Suite No. 1 for two

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pianos and Kovacs’ clarinet solo Hommage a Manuel de Falla. “We’re so proud to have reached this significant milestone of our 5th anniversary,” said Artistic Director Rebecca Jackson. “We’re reaching for the stars by being extremely ambitious and presenting more pieces and involving more performers than in any of our previous seasons. It’s going to be the best season yet!”

Each performance is preceded by a free pre-concert lecture presented by musicologist Kai Christiansen. Tickets are available now and range from $20-$30, with discounts for advance purchases. The public can find more details at www.musicinmay.org Music in May is presented under the auspices of the Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County. Mim’s mission: Mim brings renowned musicians to Santa Cruz, CA in a weekend full of concerts. The intent is to expand and broaden the audience of classical music, impact youth, increase awareness of and develop relationships with other local nonprofit organizations serving the Santa Cruz community. n ••• Music in May 2012 Season 5 Anniversary Celebration Presented by: Music in May and Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County Friday, May 11 First Congregational Church, 900 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 6:30 PM Pre-concert lecture, 7:30 PM Concert $20 advance/$25 door Program: Schumann’s Marchenerzalungen (Fairy Tales), Op. 132 for Viola, Piano and Clarinet • Bartok Contrasts for “Anniversary” > 9

Violinist David Arben, Holocaust survivor

native of Poland David commenced playing violin at age 7. His father brought him two years later to a concert in Warsaw to hear Efrem Zimbalist play Beethoven’s violin concerto. The 9 year old secretly vowed to one day have this famous violinist as teacher. Taken by force, at age 13, soon followed by parents, brother and sister whom he never saw again, David was the sole survivor of 4 years in Nazi camps that included Auschwitz. After multiple brushes with death and eventual liberation, he scrounged on the streets of postwar Germany as a displaced person. Guided by his departed parents’ belief that he was “a violin virtuoso,” the teenage Arben struggled to find a way back to serious study of the instrument. Miraculously, he later gained passage to America and fulfilled the childhood dream of entering Curtis Institute of Music with instruction under Zimbalist. Looking back, after attaining the position of associate concertmaster in the

David Arben with Rebecca Jackson

Philadelphia Orchestra and innumerable honors worldwide, Mr. Arben attributes his triumph to the violin. More than once it was instrumental in averting death in the camps. Music became his only family, true love, therapy for healing and life preserved. David shared these life’s lessons and many others while mentoring Rebecca Jackson, Mim’s artistic director, over the last decade. He restored her dream to play violin and left the whole family forever indebted to him. Rebecca and her fellow artists lovingly dedicate this year’s Mim concert series to Mr. David Arben. n

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Santa Cruz SCORE wants you to succeed

mall business ownership makes entrepreneurial dreams a reality; transforms individual lives; builds financial wealth; shapes futures; increases commerce in our communities; and is the engine behind the health and growth of the nation’s economy. The SCORE Association, headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a nonprofit association dedicated to entrepreneurial education and the formation, growth and success of small businesses nationwide. Our public service mission is to provide face-to-face and email business counseling to help small businesses evaluate plans, stabilize, grow, innovate and succeed. The Santa Cruz SCORE, Chapter #688, counselors are experienced business founders and managers who volunteer their experience and knowledge to help potential business entrepreneurs, existing business managers, and nonprofit executives achieve success. SCORE counselors provide you with in-depth, relevant, practical advice on the feasibility and implementation requirements of

an idea or plan, and can help you solve the problems that go with building a successful enterprise. Our reward is delivery of useful advice in a manner that serves you well. ••• SimpleSTEPS 5-part Workshop Simpkins Family Swim Center 979 17th Ave. Santa Cruz SimpleSTEPS Workshop #1 Start-up Basics Wednesday May 2, 6 to 9 PM

he workshop is intended to help new and early-stage businesses by presenting a broad brush overview of the subjects that will impact the success or failure of that will impact the success or failure of that business. ••• SimpleSTEPS Workshop #2 Developing Your Business Idea Wednesday May 9, 6 to 9 PM he workshop brings the market research process together to show

how to define your product/services, research your targeted market, profile your targeted customer base, identify the customer needs and wants and evaluate the relative strengths and weaknesses of the competition. ••• SimpleSTEPS Workshop #3 Developing Your Marketing Plan Wednesday May 16, 6 PM to 9 PM his workshop provides valuable lessons about marketing basics such as customer identification, product/service positioning, competitive differentiation, resource marketing information and marketing tactics for small business; traditional media and online marketing. ••• SimpleSTEPS Workshop #4 Financial Planning Wednesday May 23, 6 to 9 PM ou learn how to build and use a financial model to forecast revenue, determine cash needs and find your break-even point. In addition you will receive tools to build proforma financial forecasts. ••• SimpleSTEPS Workshop #5 Financial Reporting, Funding & Next Steps Wednesday May 30, 6 to 9 PM his workshop continues basic financial elements from Workshop #4 including interrelationships between Profit & Loss Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement. Including important information on how to finance a small business for start-up and on-going situations. Learn about funding sources and the important criteria. Event registration for individual SimpleSTEPS workshops is $35, $40 walk-in. Event registration for the SimpleSTEPS Series #2 — #5 is $120, $140 walk-in, a savings of $20 for the Series. Seating is limited so advanced registration is required. n ••• Santa Cruz SCORE wants you to succeed. To register visit the Website at www.santacruzscore.org or contact Santa Cruz SCORE (831) 621-3735. If you are a veteran, you may qualify for support in paying for the workshops.

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Valley Scoreboard Baseball

Scotts Valley Season Record: (10-11, SCCAL 2-7) SLV Season Record: (13-5, SCCAL 5-4) Scotts Valley 9 – San Lorenzo Valley 6 P: Brenny Hillian (SV); LP: Logan Nance (SLV) Scotts Valley Scoring: Joe Gillette 2 for 3, 2R, BB, HR (1): Abe Alvarez 1 for 2, 2B, HBP, R, RBI; Garrett Johnston, 2 for 4; Hillian 2 for 4, R RBI; Matt Snider 1 for 3, BB, R, 2 RBIs. SLV Scoring: Scott Petoskey 2 for 4, RBI; Patrick Primeau 2 for 4, 2B, R; Jamie Kinder 2 for 4, R; LaCapeia 1 for 3, 2B, 2R, BB. Scotts Valley 5 – Gunn 4 WP: Sean Varenkamp Scotts Valley Scoring: Garrett Johnston, 1 for 3, 2RBI; Varenkamp 1 for 3 R; Joe Gillette 1 for 3, R Aptos 5 – San Lorenzo Valley 4 WP: Jared Koenig; LP Scott Petroskey SLV Scoring: Petroskey 3 for 4 HR; Patrick

Primeau 1 for 3; Jordan Peabody 1 fro 4

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SLV Season Record: (17-4, SCCAL 7-2) Scotts Valley Season Record: (6-10, SCCAL 3-5) San Lorenzo Valley 3 – Scotts Valley 1 P: Mariah Lindberg (SLV); LP Seryna Tapuloa SLV Scoring: Angie Hershberger 1 for 2, 2B, 2 RBIs; Jackie Richter 2 for 3 Scotts Valley Scoring: Emily Payne 2 for 3, RBI; Sigrid Holtrop 1 for 2 San Lorenzo Valley 6 – St. Francis 1 WP: Adrienne Cope SLV Scoring: Bailey Lotz 1 for 2, 2B, RBI; Angie Hershberger 1 for 2, 2 RBI; Kaitlin Lotz 1 for 3, 2B, RBI; Hailee Leontieff 2 for 4; Hylery Hershberger 2B; Cope 2B; Michelle Hitt RBI San Lorenzo Valley 3 – Soquel 0 WP: Mariah Lindberg SLV Scoring: Liah Viele-Verner 2 for 3, 2B;

“Symphony” from pg 3

Nobis Pacem is arguably classical music’s most profound answer to the ever-present question of war. Written on the eve of Britain’s entry into World War II, this complex and moving work served as both a prayer and a warning. It is a message that remains poignant today, and one John Larry Granger has chosen to be his last musical message from the podium. Maestro Granger explains, “Nothing can tear peoSteven Berlanga ple apart like war, but music can truly bring them together.” Free pre-concert talks take place before both performances: at 7 PM in the Civic Auditorium, prior to the Saturday evening concert; and at 1 PM in the Watsonville Mello Center, prior to the Sunday matinee concert. The Pre-concert talks are free and open to all concertgoers. The 2011/12 season is generously sponsored by the Dorothy Wise; the Symphony League of Santa Cruz County; and Plantronics. The ‘Poetic Songs’ concerts are made possible with support from the David E. Davis Fund at Community

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Nazaykinskaya • Kovac’s Hommage a Manuel de Falla for Solo Clarinet • Golijov’s Tenebrae for String Quartet • Clyne’s Within Her Arms for 15 Strings • Rachmaninoff’s Suite No. 1 for Two Pianos, Op. 5 Tickets: Phone: (800) 838-3006, Online: www.brownpapertickets.com, In Person: Soif Wine Bar, 105 Walnut Ave., Downtown Santa Cruz Website: www.musicinmay.org

Based on a Danish theatrical comedy set at a masked ball, Maskarade soon became one of Nielsen’s most popular works and has become an essential part of Denmark’s cultural heritage. Next, we welcome soprano, Anja Strauss, baritone, Steven Berlanga, and the Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus Anja Strauss performing Felix Mendelssohn’s poignantly beautiful Psalm 42. This emotive piece presents an intense depth of feeling — a remarkable departure from Mendelssohn’s characteristic cheerful sound. Cabrillo Choral Director, Cheryl Anderson will borrow the Maestro’s baton to lead the orchestra, chorus and soloists for this stirring piece. The concert concludes with Ralph Vaughan Williams’ powerful masterpiece, Dona Nobis Pacem, which translates as “Give Us Peace.” Drawing its lyrics and inspiration from the vivid poetry of Walt Whitman and biblical passages, Dona

Violin, Piano, and Clarinet • Rachmaninoff’s Piano Trio D Minor, No. 1 Saturday, May 12 Cabrillo College Concert Hall, 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 6:30 PM Pre-concert lecture, 7:30 PM Concert $25 advance/$30 door Program: World Premiere by Polina

Kaitlin Lotz 2 for 42b, 2RBI; Angie Hershberger 2 for 3, RBI

Lacrosse

Scotts Valley Season Record: (14-1, SCCAL 8-1) Scotts Valley 13 – San Lorenzo Valley 3 cotts Valley Scoring: Goalie Chris Martin 9 saves; Spencer Fogelquist 6 goals, 3 assists; Collin Corbella 2 goals, 2 assists; Griffin Curtiss 2 goals, 1 assist; Wesley Koenig 1 goal, 2 assists; Nathanael Schwab 1 goal, 1 assist; Jake Rehnberg 1 goal SLV scoring: Robbie Biagiotti 2 goals; Alex Muchamuel 1 goal. Scotts Valley 10, Aptos 6 Scotts Valley Scoring: Collin Corbella 3 goals; Wesley Koenig 2 goals, 2 assists; Spencer Fogelquist 2 goals, 2 assists; Bradley McClarnon 2 goals; Griffin Curtiss 1 goal; Kevin Niemeyer 1 assist; Goalie Chris Martin 14 saves.

Foundation Santa Cruz County with additional support from Dr. Fred Chen & Kate Chen and Lee & Emily Duffus. n ••• Single tickets ($20-$65) are now on sale: 831.420.5260 or www.SantaCruzTickets.com Student Rush: On the day of the concert, bring a Student ID to the box office between 6:30-7:30pm at the Civic Box Office or to the Mello Box Office

Boys Volleyball

SCCAL Tournament Soquel def. San Lorenzo Valley (25-20, 25-19, 25-20) LV Scoring: Derek Wolf 16 kills, 11 digs; Eric Lange 9 kills

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Boys Track & Field

Aptos 90 – Scotts Valley 46 cotts Valley Event Winners: Scott Edwards 1600 – 4:37.5; Cody Giguiere 400 – 52.1; 4x400 50.6;

Girls Track & Field

Aptos 97 – Scotts Valley 37 cotts Valley Event Winners: Ranae Maloney 300 Hurdles – 46.2 n

between 12:30-1:00, and pay just $10! 2012/13 Symphony Season Tickets are available online at SantaCruzSymphony.org or by calling 462-0553, ext. 10. For more information, visit www.SantaCruzSymphony.org ••• John Larry Granger front page picture by Dina Scoppettone

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Protect Your Kids from the Dreaded ‘Summer Slide’

Start Planning Now as Educator Offers Tips to Prevent Learning Loss, Weight Gain

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. “Kids Camp” > 13

Santa Cruz Soccer Camp 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 Development 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

Jim Booth Swim School Now at

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.

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

Learn to Swim! We start babies at four months in our comfortable 940 pools.

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

HARVEY WEST POOL in Santa Cruz! Also in Watsonville

722-3500 Call Jim—New Classes forming!

www.jimboothswimschool.com

BIRTHDAY PARTIES & SATURDAY SWIM now available at our indoor pool

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

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!

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Jim Booth Swim School 2012 World Cup Summer Camps

Taught by Top Youth Coaches along with Current Collegiate Players Special 4 on 4 competitions in celebration of the International World Cup Tournament 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 June 25 - 29 July 2 - 6 July 16 - 20 July 23 - 27 July 30 - Aug 3 August 6 - 10

Scotts Valley (Skypark Sports Complex) Soquel (Anna Jean Cummings Park) Ben Lomond (Highlands Park) Aptos (Polo Fields) Santa Cruz (Mission Hill Middle School) Scotts Valley (Skypark Sports Complex) 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!

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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.

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“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: • 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

Young Actors’ Theatre Camp Local Branch in Boulder Creek! July 11 – August 14

Phone: (925) 858-3548 web: www.CampYATC.org address: P.O. Box 461324, West Hollywood, CA 90046

The Young Actors’ Theatre Camp is an overnight Intensive Theatre Training Program for students ages 8-18. We offer three sessions at Camp Sempervirens in Boulder Creek from July 11 through August 14. All of our teachers are working professionals from Los Angeles and New York. Classes are in all areas of the performing arts. Visit www.CampYATC.org for more information or call (925) 858-3548 to register. Three-time GOLD MEDAL WINNER “Best Overnight Camp”

brain to keep those neurons f i r i n g . 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. • 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

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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. • 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 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. 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.

SLV SummerQUEST Program Day Camp June 11 – Aug 17

Phone: (831) 336-8220 Fax: (831) 336-8280 e-mail: slvquest@comcast.net web: www.slvquest.com address: 325 Marion Ave., Ben Lomond 95005 Director: Mike Herzog

Sign your child up for a fun-filled summer with SummerQuest Recreation Camp! SummerQuest offers weekly day camps with a variety of schedule options to meet your needs. Each week there are several themes that guide our activities, like Obstacle Course Madness - design, create and experience your own course; Engineering a Model Boat make a boat that can float the most weight; and Mapping Skills-learn to read a map and use a compass! Each week we will embark on a fun local field trip, including the swimming pool, Mt. Hermon Camp, Roaring Camp and Quail Hollow Ranch. At SummerQuest there are always plenty of arts and crafts, music, sports and games, and friends!

Dancenter Summer Session Dance, Dance, Dance! July 10–August 18

Phone: (831) 475-5032 Fax: (831) 475-0246 e-mail: dancenter@cruzio.com web: www.dancenterinfo.com address: 810 A Bay Ave., Capitola 95010 Director: Ruth Gabrielle Fisher

Come join the summer fun at Dancenter! We will have 6 weeks of dance; take your pick from predance, ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary and Latin dance for all ages and levels. Three years and up.

Cabrillo Youth Summer Institute Phone: (831) 477-5605 Camp Director: Luan Seaman Explore Career Paths web: www.santacruzcte.org/camp email: luseaman@cabrillo.edu July 9-13, 16-20, 23-27 Mailing Address: 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003 Future 7th & 8th Graders The Cabrillo Youth Summer Institute is a series of week-long summer camps designed to give junior high school students the opportunity to begin their journeys to college and careers. Each camp is designed as an 'Institute' in the areas of: Allied Health, Culinary Arts, Digital Media, Engineering (Design & Build), Engineering Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Horticulture. The camps will be held this summer during the weeks of July 9, July 16 and July 23.

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SCOTTS VALLEY SPA AND BOUTIQUE Through the Hyacinth Blue Door By Cynthia Howe

“Every once in a while, a girl has to indulge herself.”

— Sarah Jessica Parker

very woman wants to feel like a princess, or a prince, for a day. To be massaged, manicured, buffed and waxed. To be asked by kind people if they could get a cup of tea or water for you, or perhaps suggest a piece of jewelry to finish off your outfit for the evening. To walk away from the experience renewed and rejuvenated, as royalty should. You don’t need an invitation to the palace, just walk through the lovely hyacinth blue door. The reality is, you are unique. There is no one quite like you. You require, accordingly, a relaxing place where your preferences and concerns are heard and catered to. Julie Lewis and Carol Marting have that in mind, constantly, at Scotts Valley Spa and Boutique. They make it their business to accommodate your desires and inclinations. Scotts Valley Spa and Boutique is a full-service day spa providing its clients with a variety of relaxing services catered

by professional and caring providers. You may want to start with a massage. But which to choose? Their specialties include a warm bamboo fusion massage, a Thaiyurveda Herbal Compress massage, both pregnancy and deep tissue massage, as well as a therapeutic lymphatic massage. You may want to follow your massage up with a body polish or wrap. One particular wrap sounds divine: the Body Lush Hydrating wrap. It reinforces and soothes the skin’s defenses using a warming compound containing wheat germ, Shea butter, soy, Echinacea and avocado. The best part of the treatment is that it is applied using long, meticulous Swedish massage strokes. Clinical skin care at the Spa includes a variety of options and specialty skin care treatments. Each esthetician is expertly trained. While under their professional care, they share throughout the process what product is being used and invaluable information about your particular skin type. In addition, you may choose to add a Hydrating Lip Treatment or Collagen Eye Treatment. Their peels and professional waxing services are quite popular. In addition, the Spa provides an extensive and impressive list of manicure and pedicure services that include Brisa Gel nail enhancements that are hypoallergenic, odorless, and a popular alternative to acrylic nails. Furthermore, the Spa also offers a variety of waxing services, lash extensions, lash and brow tinting, professional teeth whitening, and sunless spray tanning. The Spa’s unique boutique includes local jewelry, accessories, organic body care products and a variety of gift items. Included in their skin care treatments are PCA, (Physician’s Care Alliance) Skin products that will extend your experience as you utilize the knowledge you have gleaned from the professionals at the Spa while maintaining your

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skin care at home. Whether you’re a teenager learning about your developing facial needs, a bride that wants a healthy blush on their special day, an over-worked mom in need of a day to herself, a young business man who has experienced one too many meetings and not enough time to de-stress, or perhaps an aging man with a few aches and pains that

need to be therapeutically relieved, Scotts Valley Spa and Boutique may be just what the doctor, or loved one, ordered. n ••• Scotts Valley Spa and Boutique, 4301 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley, CA, 831439-9900, Tuesday - Saturday, 9am to 5pm, Evenings by appointment, www.scottsvalleyspa.com.

Anthony Robbins Peak Performance Workshop Comes to ‘High Noon in Scotts Valley’

Celebrate National Small Business Week on May 17

he Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to sponsor an Anthony Robbins Peak Performance Workshop to Celebrate National Small Business Week. Our “High Noon In Scotts Valley” luncheon/workshop will be held May 17, 11:30 – 1:30 pm, at the Hilton, 6001 La Madrona, featuring Lee Asher, a Peak Performance Strategist and National Speaker from the Anthony Robbins Company. This is a powerful results workshop that will provide you with the same strategies, communications skills, and physiology used by the world’s top achievers to attain outstanding success and fulfillment. This workshop will cover: • The 3 actions you absolutely must

take to be successful under current market conditions. • The 2 obstacles that are drastically limiting your sales and career right now and how to conquer them. • One of the most powerful techniques ever taught for overcoming frustration and preparing yourself mentally and emotionally for success. • How to earn more referrals; even from people who have said “no” to doing business with you. • How to have balance in your life and increase your income at the same time. Lee Asher is a Peak Performance Strategist from Anthony Robbins Companies. He advises and consults with executives, managers and sale professionals in the areas of personal and professional achievement and sales mastery. He travels and speaks to over 350 companies a year giving presentations and running

training programs throughout North America. Lee’s greatest passion is to inspire and help human beings achieve their full potential and dreams. Lee will share strategies from Anthony Robbins that are designed to create immediate and lasting results in your personal and professional lives. This is a great opportunity for our business professionals to hear business strateLee Asher gies from a Nationally known speaker for the price of lunch. “High Noon In Scotts Valley” is $30 and pre-registration is required. Contact the Chamber office at 438-1010 to make your reservations today. Join us for this informative Workshop as we Celebrate National Small Business Week in Scotts Valley. n

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

May 13 • Happy Mother’s Day

May 15 – 17 • Circus Comes To Town, 5:00 pm & 7:00 pm

Skypark, 361 King’s Village Road

May 17 • “High Noon in Scotts Valley” Luncheon, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Tony Robbins Association Presents “Peak Performance” seminar by Lee Asher The Hilton, 6001 La Madrona Drive

Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership BBQ

May 24

Let our Board of Directors serve you up the best BBQ in Scotts Valley. One representative from each Chamber Member Business is free. Additional adult tickets are $15 and children 12 and under are $5 each. Call the Chamber office at 438-1010 and reserve your spot today for the best BBQ in town. Don’t miss this great evening in the park! Come early and cheer on our Business Teams playing Bocce that afternoon. Championship Game starts approximately 4:30 pm. Be sure to bring along a sweatshirt for the evening weather.

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ome be our Guest for delicious BBQ, fellowship, and the awarding of the coveted Chamber Bocce trophy at our Annual Chamber Membership BBQ, Friday, June 1, 5:30 pm, Skypark. Bring your entire office to enjoy the delicious food prepared by our Chamber restaurateurs and enjoy a casual evening in the park. Skypark has great recreational equipment for children, so bring the entire family. This is a great way to get to know your fellow business associates on a very casual level and just have some fun. The food our Chamber members provide is superb! Add to that the fine wine, beer and sodas — and this is a barbeque you won’t want to miss.

Membership BBQ June 1, 5:30 pm at SkyPark

• Scotts Valley Chamber Business Networking Mixer 5:30 - 7:00 pm

One to One Health 7 Camp Evers Lane, Scotts Valley

• All Chamber Mixer Mingle with the Candidates, 5:00 - 7:00 pm Environmental Horticulture Center and Botanical Gardens, Cabrillo College, Aptos, CA

June 1 MMMM — BBQ Time with Chefs Josh Breeden and Albert Gomes.

This is the Friday evening place to be and a Great Way to kick off the Month of June. See you June 1!

Remember to Honor Your Mother on Mother's Day!

• Membership BBQ and Bocce Tournament

Bocce begins at 12:00 Noon, Chamber Membership BBQ begins at 5:30 Skypark, 361 King’s Village Road, Scotts Valley

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Fifth Annual Bocce Ball Tournament at SkyPark

Scotts Valley Chamber Offers Great Way to Start Out June

food provided by our Chamber members. Bring your family and play at the Park. It’s a great day of fun for all. The time to register is now! Call the Chamber office today to register your Business Team. Registration is $200 per team of 2011 four and must be paid prior to May 30. We are also looking for a few Business Sponsors for this great event. Your business banner will be prominently displayed throughout the day of competition. Please call the Chamber office at 438-1010 to be a

alling all Bocce Players as well as those that just “play” at the game! The time has come to sign up for the Fifth Annual Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Bocce Ball Tournament to be held Friday, June 1, 12:30 am – 5:30 pm, at our beautiful bocce courts in SkyPark. This tournament is open to all our Chamber Business Members. Sign up now for a great afternoon of fun and competition. Our business team members can work hard Friday morning to get their day’s work done and then come to Skypark to participate in the fun for the rest of the day! A light

lunch hosted by Mint Fine Living & Fresh Bites will be available for all Bocce team participants as we start our first round of competition at 12:30 sharp. Championship game will start at approximately 4:30 pm. Come challenge last year’s champions – Wells Fargo Bank - and get your team name on the coveted Championship trophy. This was a fantastic event last year and the competition was intense — intensely fun! Following the Championship game, everyone is invited to the Yummy Membership Barbecue back at the Skypark BBQ pit. We’ll have plenty of delicious

e are proud to announce that Michael Seigle of Comcast Business Services has joined the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Team. Michael was born & raised in Santa Cruz and is a third generation Santa Cruzan and fourth generation Californian. Michael graduated from Harbor High School, and worked in the family business, Darrow Palmer Construction, that his Great Grandfather started in the 1930’s, after he worked many years for Santa Cruz

County Bank. Michael has spent twenty years in advertising sales and marketing, thirteen years locally with Yellow Pages, and now as a local representative for Comcast Business Services providing communications solutions for small businesses. He Lived in Scotts Valley for seven years, where his Michael Seigle three children went to Brook Knoll, Scotts citizens

Winners ~ Wells Fargo Bocce Bankers Team

part of this great event or email us at info@scottsvalleychamber.com for a Bocce Team Registration Sponsorship form. Mark your calendar and we’ll see you at Skypark – June 1!

Chamber Welcomes New Ambassador Michael Seigle of Comcast Business Services

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Valley Middle School, and his son graduated in 2009 from Scotts Valley High. Michael now resides in Santa Cruz in the family home his Great Grandfather purchased in the 1920’s on Branciforte Avenue. “I am truly blessed to live and work in this great county, and to be able to serve the city of Scotts Valley,” says Michael, “where the are an active part of their town and

schools. I am excited to be a part of the Scotts Valley Chamber family and this new opportunity to be a Chamber Ambassador allows me to be more involved in giving back to the community.” Michael Seigle is a welcome addition to our enthusiastic Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Ambassador Team. Ambassadors are the “Outreach” arm of the Chamber and the Scotts Valley Chamber is very proud of our fantastic Ambassador Team.

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All-County Chamber Mixer ur six Chambers of Commerce here in Santa Cruz County are proud to present an All-Chamber Event called “Mingle with the Candidates” on May 31, from 5 to 7 pm at the Cabrillo College Horticulture building. We will have tables set up for all the candidates for the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors to share information about themselves and their campaigns, and candidates will have one minute to introduce themselves to the public. All districts are invited to attend. There’ll be plenty of food and drink from our many

May 31, 5:00 – 7:00 pm

Environmental Horticulture Center and Botanical Gardens, Cabrillo College

businesses across the County. Admission is $5 for Members of the participating Chambers and $10 for potential Members. This event is sponsored by the members of Chamber Exchange: The Aptos, Capitola/ Soquel, Pajaro Valley, San Lorenzo Valley, Santa Cruz Area and Scotts Valley Chambers of Commerce.

Stonehouse Bar & Grill Opens at the Hilton

Scotts Valley Chamber business members celebrated with the Hilton at their Grand Opening of the Stonehouse Bar & Grill at our March Networking Mixer. Attendees celebrated with a champagne toast and delicious delicacies prepared by Chef Brian. This beautifully remodeled area has a new look and a new name — Stonehouse Bar & Grill. Be sure to stop in and check it out. Congratulations to the Hilton Leadership Team on a job Well Done! We look forward to many great events here in the future.

(Clockwise from center) Our Hosts — The Hilton Leadership Team • Mixers are FUN! • Champagne toast! • Mayor Donna Lind & SV Chamber Board President Danny Reber • Ambassadors Michael Seigle & Susan Flippen ready to check in our Guests • Pick that raffle ticket Carol Marting (Scotts Valley Spa) but don't peek! • Tim Woods sure was glad He bought his raffle tickets!

Scotts Valley Businesswoman named Woman of Influence

indi Ferreira Busenhart, president of Sessions LLC, has been named a 2012 Woman of Influence by the Silicon Valley San Jose Business Journal. She was one of 100 women from the private, public and nonprofit sectors that were recognized at the awards ceremony April 26th in San Jose. Sessions designs, develops, produces, markets and sells Cindi Ferreira Busenhart high-quality, innovative products for the action sports market with a strong focus on the snowboard and ski industry. What is this Woman of Influence’s five year goal? Cindi said she wants to “be a positive and persistent leader who can better communicate the vision to our team. Persistence trumps brilliance almost every time.” Congratulations Cindi Ferreira Busenhart for your honor as a 2012 Woman

of Influence. The Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce business members are Proud of you!

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Scotts Valley Chamber News May Business Networking Mixer – May 24

One to One Health and Sandabs Seafood & Wine Bar, 5:30 – 7:00 pm 7 Camp Evers — Scotts Valley

ake plans to attend our May Business Networking M i x e r a s w e celebrate the One Ye a r Anniversary for One to One Health. Join with fellow S c o t t s Va l l e y C h a m b e r members as we taste delicacies p re p a re d b y t h e i r neighbors and partners with this mixer — Sandabs Seafood & Wine Bar. Come prepared with plenty of

business cards to network with new business members and reacquaint yourself with others. Chamber members - be sure to bring your raffle items to showcase YOUR business. Don’t miss it! Mark your calendar now to meet us at Camp Evers with One to One Health and Sandabs Seafood & Wine Bar! Admission is $5 for Members and $10 for Prospective Chamber Members.

Happy Hour Networking Event – May 10

Hosted by Malone’s Grille from 5:30-7 p.m.

4402 Scotts Valley Drive. Scotts Valley oin with our Chamber Ambassadors for a fun evening of social networking on the Patio of Malone’s. We’ll taste of Malone’s specials of the evening at Very Special Chamber Prices! Enjoy a Great evening of social networking, great food and music in a relaxed atmosphere on Malone’s patio, while supporting one of our local businesses. See you at Happy Hour Networking!

Happy Hour Networking

Welcome to Our New Members!

One to One Health Nicole Gaitan 7 Camp Evers Lane Scotts Valley, CA 95066 831-278-1082 www.santacruzfit.com

Trust Life Coaching and Hypnosis

Tammy Rust, MA CHt 750 Tabor Drive Scotts Valley, CA 95066 831-278-0430 www.trustlifecoaching.vpweb.com

4 x 4 and More

Catherine Forbes 5040 Scotts Valley Drive Scotts Valley, CA 95066 831-439-0902 www.4x4andmore.us

LSCC Announces 2012 Graduation Reception

eadership Santa Cruz County (LSCC) is proud to announce the graduation of Class 27. This will bring the total number of LSCC alumni over the past 27 years to 1162. The Board of Directors is honoring the graduating class with a networking reception at Michael’s on Main on June 21. The event features a keynote speaker Deutron Kebebew (Class 26 alumnus), class instructors and many prominent community members. Join us in congratulating the graduates and celebrating the completion of another very successful program year. Advance registration is required. For more details and to reserve a seat, go to http://lscc27graduation.eventbrite.com/ Leadership Santa Cruz County (LSCC) was founded to enhance the civic participation of emerging community leaders. LSCC can provide these leaders with a practical and sophisticated

understanding of the problems, issues, needs and opportunities facing our community today and in the future. LSCC provides access to and dialogue between current leadership and emerging community leaders, and promotes development and enhancement of leadership skills. Training received in the Leadership Santa Cruz County curriculum has made a difference in the effectiveness of these graduates. Leadership alums occupy positions of responsibility on boards of directors, commissions and advisory councils for non-profit organizations, local government agencies, schools, neighborhood groups and many others. Leadership Santa Cruz County graduates are among the community’s most dynamic network of people. To find out how to get involved in the next class of LSCC visit the website http://leadershipscc.org/

Circus Big Top Goes Up in Scotts Valley May 15-17

ave you ever wanted to “Run away and join the Circus?” Now you have the chance. The Mighty American Crown Circus, Inc. & Circo Osorio is coming to our town! For over one hun- May 15 – 17 dred years the Circus under the Big Top has been part of America’s history. The American Crown Circus, Inc. & Circo Osorio was not around at the beginning; however they have perfected and brought back to the public the original feeling of the Circus under the Big Top. The Big Top goes up soon, so round up the children, the family, and all your friends and head out for an evening of fun

and amazement. The American Crown Circus is coming to Skypark in Scotts Valley, Tuesday, May 15 thru Thursday, May 17. This big top circus will perform two shows daily, 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Bring the family and enjoy the fantastic acts and astounding stunts. This is fun, fun, fun for all ages. Come see Bronco, the world’s smallest horse — a special delight for the children. Witness the courageous feats of skill with the motorcycle heroics in the Globe of

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be available for purchase at many of Bay Federal Credit Union’s county branch offices or by stopping at the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce office next door to the Scotts Valley Community Center, 360 Kings Village Road. This event serves as a fundraiser for the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce, so purchase your tickets at our ticket outlets by May 14. Once the circus arrives in town May 15, tickets are only available at the circus ticket office. At that time ticket prices go up to $16 for adults and $5 for children. Get your tickets by May 14 and enjoy the savings while you enjoy this evening of fun at the Circus in Scotts Valley!

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Quality Comes First at

INTEGRITY AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE

By Cynthia Howe

iked high up on the hydraulic lift of the shop sits a 1929 Duesenberg II. The vehicle has quite a history. Disney bought it for the 1996 Movie, 101 Dalmatians, starring Glenn Close. When I asked about it, one mechanic shared, “Customer likes it, too!” The moment I spot the Duesenberg I knew: I would trust my own car here any day of the week. When finances are tight, as they have been for the past few years, consumers become frugal with their vehicles, choosing to make repairs to their current vehicle rather than throwing it over for a new one. If they find a shop that provides professional repairs while also being concerned with the consumer’s pocketbook, that shop may have found a customer for life. One customer who commutes here from Sunnyvale stated, “Integrity... did an excellent job, quickly and the car was delivered clean. The costs were much more reasonable than the Dealer’s estimate.” Preet Grewal, the owner of Integrity has his name on the line: the “responsibleguy-at-the-end-of-the-day” guy that is. The auto shop is a small local business, not a corporation. Preet takes his business very seriously. When asked what the one thing was he wanted to focus on he immediately said, “Quality.” “Customers can relax knowing that they will not be taken advantage of. We have been doing this from day one and it’s

working out very well.” It’s this dedication that has made

Integrity Automotive Service the leading service provider in the area. Customers have been returning to Integrity time and again for over 20 years. Integrity is an AAA certified full service automotive repair and maintenance shop for both foreign and domestic vehicles. Their mechanics are ASE certified with 25 to 30 years of experience. Customers find that Integrity’s full disclosure of their vehicle’s needs results in their ability to make an educated and informed decision. “Information is very important,” Grewal says, “whether the customer is spending a dollar or a thousand dollars.” Sally, a local customer, shared, “I have needed auto service twice in the last month for two different vehicles. I found the staff to be friendly and informative. The service was done in a timely fashion and reasonably priced.” Your time is on their mind. From the time they first take the key of your vehicle

to the time they place that key back in your hands, they have done all they reasonably can to move the progress of your repair along. Their mission is, “Repair vehicles the right way... the first time, on time, every time.” By the evidence of their long-term customer base, I believe their mission is being reached, one car at a time. n ••• Integrity Automotive, 107 Whispering Pines Drive, Suite A, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. 831-439-9631. Hours: Mon-Fri 7am - 5pm, Sat 8am - 4pm.

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Ditch Four Wheels for Two this May

Two Wheeled Drive kicking off for National Bike Month

wo Santa Cruz-based non-profits, Project Bike Trip and Ecology Action, have teamed up to launch The Two Wheeled Drive aimed at getting more people commuting by bicycle more often. The challenge is for folks to choose two wheels over four while raising awareness and funds for youth bicycle education! It’s a campaign to encourage and motivate more people to use bicycles to get to and from work, school, the grocery store, or just for fun. The Two Wheeled Drive lasts the whole month of May in conjunction with the nationally known Bike Month and to support the local Bike to Work Program, which is a program of Ecology Action. Similar to the better known walk-a-thon, The Two Wheeled Drive is a commute-athon where the ultimate goal is to raise money to teach more kids about the benefits of the bicycle. “We are very excited about how The Two Wheeled Drive coincides perfectly with the 25th anniversary of Bike to Work Day,” stated Nick Mucha, Ecology Action program specialist. “Since each person creates their own individual challenge, it offers everyone a unique platform to increase their use of sustainable transportation. And their participation will directly benefit local youth bike projects, too!” Folks can join the challenge by following five simple steps: • Create a personal bicycle commute challenge. • Set a fundraising goal.

• Create a personalized online campaign pledge page. • Tell friends and family about the challenge and this worthwhile effort. • Start the challenge! Katie DeClercq, Director of Project Bike Trip, is excited about the overall potential of this campaign. “We’ve already received an overwhelming amount of support from our sponsors and people that are ready to sign up,” said DeClercq. “I think it’s something that will catch on quickly, as it offers people healthier habits for themselves and for our youth.” The Two Wheeled Drive is designed to

raise awareness and funds to help combat the issues that face today’s youth: rising obesity, polluted communities, huge budget cuts within the school systems, and rising unemployment. One hundred-percent of proceeds from this campaign will help fund three Santa Cruz-based bicycle education programs: BikeSmart! (Elementary school), Bike Club (middle school), and Bike Tech (high school). Sponsors of The Two Wheeled Drive are offering premium bike prizes that total more than $12,000 to further incentivize participants to reach their fundraising goals. The Grand Prize is a

he second annual Santa Cruz Rejuvenation Festival is expanding to a two-day event this spring and will take place on Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20 from 10 am to 5 pm at San Lorenzo Park at 137 Dakota Street in Santa Cruz. The festival features 25 music, dance, drumming, and children’s entertainment acts on three stages, sustainable living information and workshops, and free yoga classes. It will also include an eco-fair with eco-friendly goods, clothing and crafts for sale, alternative healing for a donation, and organic food. Admission is free. “We see the festival as a wonderful way to bring the community together to promote healthy and sustainable living, as well as spirituality and peace,” said Rev.

Robert Seals, founder of the nonprofit behind the event, Mother Nature’s Temple. Seals created the Kleen Kanteen, the original, steel water bottle. “Music is a powerful, uplifting, and universal language and we have an incredible line-up of internationally acclaimed musicians as well as local talent,” said Jahred Namaste, event organizer and member of OmMamaOm Productions, the local company producing the event. “We are excited that Charles Neville of the Neville Brothers, ‘New Orleans first family of funk,” will be performing with Grammy nominee Youssoupha Sidibe and the Mystic Rhythms Band, the band who headlined last year. Also new this year is Grammy nominee, Jamaican recording

artist Sister Carol,” he added. Main Stage Features Wide Range of Music, from Reggae to Folk to Spiritual axophonist Charles Neville has a long and illustrative musical history of Rhythm and Blues, Funk, Jazz, Be-Bop, popular, and American Indian music. He will join Youssoupha Sidibe and his Mystic Rhythms Band to create a fusion of Reggae and western music. Sister Carol, whose odyssey to global icon status began in a ghetto in Kingston, plays socio-politically conscious Reggae that incorporates Rap, Urban and HipHop. Other acts include: Valerie Joi Fiddmont and the Inner Light Choir, AfroFunk Experience, Love Eternal, Mystic Truebudoors, Ginny Mitchell and Patti

new Ibis Hakkalugi bicycle, which is provided by Ibis Cycles, Easton Cycling, and WTB. Other prizes include a Giant Bicycles Escape bike, a New Belgium “Fat Tire” cruiser bike, Timbuk2 messenger bags and phone covers, Verve Coffee Roasters coffee and brewer, Light & Motion commuter lights, Giro Reverb helmets and gloves, Freedom/WTB tires and saddles, and Park Tool multi-tools and patch kits. n ••• Project Bike Trip (PBT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Santa Cruz, Ca that is dedicated to providing comprehensive hands-on and academic bicycle education for youth. PBT programs offer technical training in bicycle mechanics, preparing youth for job opportunities within the bicycle industry. Additionally, youth are introduced to the bicycle as an alternative source of mainstream transportation, the road to healthy living, and as a means for connecting with the outdoors. More info at: www.projectbiketrip.org. Ecology Action, a Santa Cruz-based nonprofit, is a statewide leader in energy efficiency and community program implementation, passionately driven to create a brighter, greener, more economically sustainable future. Ecology Action’s Sustainable Transportation Division assists commuters in finding ways to reduce single occupancy vehicle trips to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, enhance bicyclist/pedestrian safety, and promote healthier communities. More info at: www.ecoact.org or www.facebook.com/ecologyaction. Folks can sign up and pledge to choose two wheels over four at www.projectbiketrip.org.

Second Annual Santa Cruz Rejuvenation Festival Offers 25 Music, Dance, and Children’s Entertainment Acts

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Charles Neville and Youssoupha Sidibe. Maxine, Freedom, Al Torre, Dianne Patterson, Sara Tone, Santa Cruz World Choir and Orchestra, Jami Lula, Soul Union, and M.C. Smiles A-Lot. “Rejuvenation Festival” > 31

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Candidates for Fifth District Supervisor Debate Issues

candidate’s forum was held at the Scotts Valley Community Center on Monday, April 30 in front of more than 60 people. The debate was hosted by the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Scotts Valley Times and the Press Banner. The three Candidates presented their positions on public safety, economic growth in the 5th district, and the need for county government to rebuild roads. When asked how they differed from incumbent Mark Stone, former Secretary of State Bruce McPherson zeroed on the action of the California Coastal Commission on the La Bahia Project. Stone is the vice chairman and with the rest of the Commission and voted with the rest of the Commission against approval. Eric Hammer was non-

committal and emphasized he would, “Get out into the community” to get the sense of the people on such issues. It was difficult to determine where Bill Smallman stood on the issue from his answer. In all 11 questions were asked with seeming agreement on the issues among the candidates. The question becomes who will best represent the district and which one has the political moxie to get things done for their district and for the county. Hammer owns a construction company and has been active in San Lorenzo Valley. He helped start a teen center, is serving on the

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Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District, and is the son of Mary Hammer, an well known San Lorenzo Valley resident. McPherson is a former Sentinel reporter and editor who then served in the State Assembly and Senate and as California Secretary of State.

Smallman is a board member of the Lompico County Water District, and is promoting the idea of a county commission to improve the local business climate. The debate will be shown on Community Television of Santa Cruz County. Check your TV program listings or their website: www.communitytv.org/ n

Social Security: Serving Wounded Warriors and the Survivors of Our Fallen Heroes

t’s an American tradition to pay tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces each Memorial Day — especially honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. If you are a military service member who was wounded and needs to apply for disability benefits, it’s important to know that you will receive expedited processing. Our wounded warriors initiative is for military service members who become disabled while on active duty on or after October 1, 2001, regardless of where the disability occurs. Depending on the situa-

tion, some family members of military personnel, including dependent children and, in some cases, spouses, may be able to receive benefits. Learn more about it at www.socialsecurity.gov/wounded warriors. Did you know that May also is National Military Appreciation Month? Even more reason to let members of our military know how much we value what they do for us and for our nation. To learn more about the Social Security benefits for those who have “Social Security” > 26

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FeaturedColumnist The Book Bag by Robert Francis

The Book Bag by Robert Francis

Bug Off! Creepy, Crawly Poems

By Jane Yolen Photos by Jason Stemple WordSong/Boyds Mills. $16.95 (Ages 5 and up) ver a dozen short poems and brilliant color photos of each poem’s subject make this collection one that young readers will enjoy reading. The featured insects include a fly, praying mantis, butterfly, ants, honeybees, lovebug, two types of spiders, dragonfly, tick, ladybug, and grasshopper. While some of the poems are humorous, others are cautionary and warn the reader to avoid squeezing a tick (“Bacteria comes sliding out, which makes a person sick”). Along with the verse and photo, each insect page also features a paragraph that gives information about the bug. You’ll learn that the fastest butterflies fly twelve miles per hour and dragonflies feast on mosquitoes, flies and midges. The author invites her readers to take their time to look at these gorgeous photographs, read the poems, and then write some of their own. That’s not a bad idea! Let this book be the catalyst that sparks your child’s creation of his or her own collection of creepy, crawly poems.

Bugs Galore

By Peter Stein Illustrated by Bob Staake Candlewick Press. $15.99 (Ages 4-8) ith its silly rhymes and comic retro illustrations, this read aloud picture book will have your child buzzing with excitement. A flurry of insects in every imaginable shape, size and color crawl and wing their way across the pages in an infestation of whimsy and humor. “Mud safari – hunt for worms. This one’s squishy, that one squirms. Aaah-bugs! Ewww-bugs! Crawl-onYOU bugs! Stay away from crawl-on-POO bugs!”

What’s buggin’ you? Kiddies’ bug books …

Even though your child may have mixed emotions about these little critters, that will change for the better after enjoying this fun book with its cartoonish bugs crawling, slithering, hopping and flying about on each page. In fact, your preschooler may start bugging you to read this book over and over again because he or she can’t get enough of “Bugs Galore.”

Creepy-Crawlies

By Karen Wallace and Tudor Humphries Kingfisher. $6.99 (Ages 3 and up) his “Flip the Flaps” picture book is filled with basic information that will satisfy any curious child who wants to know more about ladybugs, ants, butterflies, spiders, honeybees and dragonflies. Each two page entry includes an additional half page in the middle that features three questions. Flip it over and you’ll find the answers. For example, a question might be “How do ladybugs smell, taste, and feel?” Turn the page and you discover “Ladybugs use their two antennae, or feelers, to touch, smell, and taste.” And, of course, there’s an accompanying illustration of the antennae. Given the format of this book your child can begin to master not only identifying the insects and spiders featured here but they’ll also know something about what makes each one special and unique.

One Beetle Too Many: The Extraordinary Adventures of Charles Darwin

By Kathryn Lasky Illustrated by Matthew Trueman Candlewick Press. $6.99 (Ages 7-12) ou are invited along as Kathryn Lasky traces Charles Darwin’s life from his childhood when the youth went around the countryside collecting insects and other

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specimens to his famous voyage on the Beagle in 1831. Collecting everything he could lay his hands on such as an octopus, butterflies and spiders, Darwin also filled many notebooks with observations of the natural wonders he found from the Cape Verde Islands and Brazil to Valdivia and the Galapagos Islands. Mulling over his findings after he returned home to England, eventually Darwin wrote “The Origin of Species.” This book presented the natural scientist’s theory of evolution and explained the process of natural selection and the idea of the survival of the fittest. This “Smithsonian Notable Book for Children” brings together a fairly detailed text with a number of illustrations that picture Darwin’s adventures. Given the length of the narrative, this paperback would be best given to youngsters who are rather competent readers.

Insect Detective

By Steve Voake Illustrated by Charlotte Voake Candlewick Press. $6.99 (Ages 5-8) nother book for older children, this “Read and Wonder” book encourages the reader to explore his/her natural surroundings and observe some of the insects that might be found around the yard. Although we don’t usually realize it, there are some very exciting things happening in the insect world right beneath our feet. Ants are collecting food, wasps and bees are making their nests, caterpillars are at work nibbling away on plants, and ground beetles are helping keep gardens free of slugs and snails. The illustrations in this book are a bit washed out and not as eye appealing as what you might find in other picture books, but the content is quite good. Hopefully after reading this paperback the youngster

will want to learn more about the insects he or she can find very close to home.

Kingfisher Readers: Butterflies

By Thea Felsman Kingfisher. $3,99 (Ages 4 and up) art of the “Read and Wonder” series, this level one book is ideal for beginning readers. The short sentences, familiar vocabulary and engaging color photos will make your child want to lend a hand with the reading chores when story time rolls around. On the inside cover you’ll find hints for parents on how to make this a good experience for the beginning reader. As the title suggests, the butterfly and its life cycle is the book’s subject. Besides picturing a number of different butterflies and sharing some basic information about them, the author takes the reader through the phases from laying eggs, through the caterpillar stage and to the safety of the chrysalis. Then, after a few weeks, the transformation is complete and out emerges the beautiful butterfly.

Step Gently Out

By Helen Frost Photos by Rick Lieder Candlewick Press. $15.99 (Ages 2-5) tunning close-up photography accompanies the lyrical text created by Helen Frost in this book that implores children to look more closely at the world around them. “Step gently out, be still, and watch a single blade of grass. An ant climbs up to look around. A honey bee flies past.” A cricket chirps, a moth glides by, a spider spins a silken thread in this little microcosm of the larger, natural world. There’s a praying mantis looking at you. A wasp balances on a leaf. As the light shifts, other tiny creatures reflect the soft beams and even the dew of branches sparkles like diamonds. Very simple in nature, this short poem by Frost coupled with some outstanding color photos highlights and accents the simple wonders one can discover if the person takes the time to look closely at what’s going on around him or her. n

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Mt. Charlie Challenge

Annual Fundraising Bike Ride and Festival Set for May 5

or the tenth consecutive year, the Mt. Charlie Challenge Fundraising Bike Ride returns to Scotts Valley, this year on Saturday, May 5. Sponsored by the Scotts Valley Educational Foundation (SVEF), Mt. Charlie Challenge has now raised over $250,000 for Scotts Valley’s four public schools. New this year will be a children’s bike ride around Skypark, a children’s obstacle course, bike safety classes, bike registration, a hands-on children’s crafts area and artists’ booths with demonstrations by local artists. There will also be a family BBQ, beer and wine for purchase, live music, a raffle and silent auction. Skypark festival-style events begin at 11:00 a.m. and are free and open to the public. BBQ meals can be purchased for $10 per person. All proceeds of the bike rides and BBQ go to support Scotts Valley public schools. The three Mt. Charlie Challenge rides begin and end at Skypark in Scotts Valley: • 100-mile ride (starts at 7 am), stretches from the Summit to Elkhorn Slough

across scenic and sometimes challenging climbs. • 100-kilometer ride (starts at 8 am) goes past beautiful wineries and forests up to the Summit. • 50-kilometer ride (starts at 9 am) has

modest climbs through beautiful Santa Cruz County, and is perfect for novices. This is the first year that Mt. Charlie Challenge is offering a 100-mile ride. All riders can register on active.com for a fee of $100. Maps of the rides are on active.com

or SVEF’s website, www.svef.net. Riders receive a ride t-shirt, goody bag, SAG support, fully-staffed and stocked rest stops, raffle tickets, ride-day bike tuning, a postride BBQ lunch prepared by Scotts Valley Kiwanis and a music concert in Skypark featuring the band “Back to Nowhere”. Riders and supporters will be able to purchase commemorative 10th Annual Mt. Charlie Challenge t-shirts, jerseys and posters at the event or on SVEF’s website. The Mt. Charlie Challenge has traditionally been SVEF’s biggest fundraiser of the year. “We owe it all to the incredible community support we receive,” said ride co-chair Aura Clendenen. “It’s amazing how riders, sponsors, donors and volunteers step up each year. It’s truly a reflection of how much this town values its public schools,” Clendenen added. n ••• For additional information about the 10th Annual Mt. Charlie Challenge, check SVEF’s website at www.svef.net, or contact Aura Clendenen at (831) 247-4805 or clendenen@ earthlink.net or co-chair Michael Rein at (831) 440-9835 or mike@reinlaw.net.

Capitola’s New Target Recruiting Store Staff Through State’s EED Program

arget Corporation is working with California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) at the Capitola Career Center, 2045 40th Ave, Ste A. the local EDD office will be hosting recruiting event for Target on May 17, 18 and 19. The event will be hiring 250 new employees for the Target store scheduled to open in the Capitola Mall on July 29, 2012 according to James Dion, EDD employment program manager. “Target plans to hire as many as 250 new employees in a variety of positions including sales, inventory, department heads and management,” he said. Dion also urged job-hunters to prepare ahead of time to be eligible for employment at the recruiting event: Applicants will be expected to apply

on line at www.target.com prior to the recruiting event All applicants must be registered with and have a current resume in CalJOBS All applicants must possess a membership card for the Workforce Santa Cruz Career Centers. The EDD will be hosting pre-registration activities several weeks in advance in order to streamline the process. This is the most hiring by a retail company in the county in the last three years since the Safeway store opening on the Santa Cruz Westside, and the Whole Foods opening in Capitola. n ••• Applicants can register online at http://www.workforcescc.com/ or in person at 2045 40th Ave., Suite B, Capitola, 18 W. Beach St., Watsonville, or 350 Encinal St., Santa Cruz.

Tips for preparing a resume are online at the Workforce Santa Cruz County website and all local career centers offer a vari-

ety of workshops on resume writing, resume review, computer basics and interviewing.

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Amgen Tour comes through Santa Cruz; ends Stage 2 in Aptos n Monday, May 14, Cabrillo College hosts the stage 2 finish of the Amgen Tour of California after a day-long ride from the heart of San Francisco. Beginning at Marina Green at 11:05 am in San Francisco’s Marina District, the start line will run right to the break wall of San Francisco Bay. The backdrop will be the breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Angel Island and the Marin Headlands. Within minutes, the race will pass through the Presidio then continue south on Highway 1 through Pacifica and Daly City. Making its way along the Devil’s Slide then through Half Moon Bay the riders and spectators worldwide will enjoy this spectacular coastline. The stage then turns inland and starts the assault up Bonny Doon Road and Empire Grade then whiteknuckling it down Jameson Creek road through Boulder Creek. The route again climbs up Bear Creek Rd, along Summit Rd to the final 11-mile descent along Soquel-San Jose Road, through Soquel and along Soquel

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Drive to Cabrillo College and the finish line at approximately 3:53 pm. The stage has two long climbs giving the riders another KOM (King of the Mountain) opportunity. The 117-mile stage 2 of the Amgen Tour of California will be a long and difficult stage. n

••• The largest cycling event in America, the 2012 Amgen Tour of California is a Tour de France-style cycling road race, presented by AEG that challenges the world’s top professional cycling teams to compete along a demanding course from May 13-20, 2012.

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Are you a Sweet Genius Under Pressure?

By Camille Smith

admit it. No matter what I’m doing when I’m not coaching (watching TV, playing tennis, practicing my guitar), I’m asking, “What can I learn right now about being effective and producing desired results?” On a recent rainy day, Sweet Genius, a cooking show competitive (www.foodnetwork.com), offered some insights on being effective when the heat’s turned up. (Think I can write off my cable bill as a business expense?) In case you haven’t seen it, here’s how the show goes. The judge, renowned for his exquisite desserts, presents three chef competitors with dessert challenges. Each timed round begins with two things: a mandatory ingredient and something to stir their imagination and be represented in the dessert. In the rainy day episode, these were orange soda and a bubble machine. The competition begins with chefs gathering supplies from the pantry and running back to their workstations. As they dice, season and blend, their voiceover tells us what they plan to make and we hear their self-talk and thoughts about doubts and desires. Halfway through the allotted time, the judge introduces a second mandatory

ingredient. The contestants roll their eyes and, on the fly, figure out how to integrate the new element. (Same episode, this was pretzel rods.) We hear their internal conversations: “I’ve never cooked with this. I’m allergic to it. How can I beat the others? What happens if I lose?” At the end, two finalists bring their desserts to the judge who gives feedback as he nibbles the sweet concoctions. “You are no sweet genius” greets the loser. A twinkle of the judge’s eye and “Congratulations” goes to the winner, plus a check for $10,000. Imagine with me how the Sweet Genius format might show up at work … Scenario: To take advantage of an unexpected funding opportunity, the boss (judge) asked the team of sales managers (contestants) to create a sales projection for next 12 months within 24 hours (mandatory ingredient). To inspire the contestants’ imagination, the boss states the winner will be chosen by a VC (the real judge: person with authority to say something is successful or not) and would be the next VP of Sales (the imagination stimulator). The clock starts. The employees/contestants run to their cubicles and begin to slice and dice numbers in a spreadsheet.

Whether in the kitchen or the boardroom, being able to produce under pressure is a capacity worth building. Halfway through the allotted time, the boss tells contestants (employees) that the VC called to say the projections must include two new international markets. (Talk about a “what the?” curve ball!) Some contestants roll their eyes and mutter bleep-able phrases. Those we hear sound like this: “This isn’t fair! I can’t work with this kind of pressure. Why didn’t I pay closer attention in that Excel class?” Time’s up. Presentations made. Here’s what the VC (judge) says before declaring the winner: “If this was just about the spreadsheet, Mary would have won. However, there’s more to this challenge than manipulating data. The winner’s data wasn’t as detailed as Mary’s, and it showed a sufficient grasp of the issues and opportunities. Their communication skills and ability to take, not deflect, the feedback were outstanding. What set the winner apart was how they demonstrated skills required of a VP by • Delivering on the conditions of satis-

faction and not adding unrequested bells and whistles • Communicating upfront what wasn’t done, without offering excuses • Accepting positive and negative feedback without rebuttal • Thinking and acting with the interests of the company as a whole, not just their job Congratulations, Matt, you are the new VP of Sales.” Whether in the kitchen or the boardroom, being able to produce under pressure is a capacity worth building. It takes selfdiscipline, self-trust, the ability to communicate and connect with the audience’s concerns, and a commitment to a produce results, not reasons. These are all learnable skills. Which one do you need to improve so you can produce results under pressure? n ••• PS: If you have a TV show you’d like me to critique in this way. Email me: camille@wipcoaching.com.

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Disaster Preparedness

By Mike DeMars, Central Fire Protection District

re you and your family prepared for a disaster? Many people have a, “It will never happen to me” mentality. The problem with disasters is that they are unpredictable. A disaster can strike and any time, day or night, sometimes with little or no warning. Santa Cruz County may be considered a paradise, but it is susceptible to many types of natural and manmade disasters.

We rely on emergency services for fires, medical and police emergencies. During a disaster, these emergency services may be overwhelmed with response times for emergency responders delayed for long periods of time. That’s why it is important that every citizen do their part to prepare their families for dealing with disasters. Santa Cruz County has experienced a

variety of disasters throughout its history. When you think of disasters in this area, one of the first that comes to mind is the Loma Prieta earthquake of 1989. This event caused many residents to live without gas or electricity for weeks. Several wildfires have swept through the county in the past few years. Floods are common during the rainy season and Santa Cruz experienced its first major Tsunami event just a year ago. The common factor in all disasters is that emergency services can become overwhelmed within minutes of receiving the first 911 calls. This means that a request for help during a natural disaster may be delayed by minutes, hours or days depending on the nature and magnitude of the emergency. The best way to prepare you and your family is to develop a plan before disaster strikes. Children are taught in school to prepare for fires in their homes and develop a fire safety plan. That plan can be expanded into a disaster preparedness plan. Having the plan can be one of the most important steps in preparedness. Your disaster plan should include: • A floor plan should be made of your home with at least two routes of escape. • Emergency information and phone numbers should be posted where everyone can see. Children should be taught when and how to call 911. • Know how to shut off gas, water and electricity in your home if necessary. • Choose a safe meeting place outside of the home once you have safely exited. Also, choose a safe meeting place away from the home to meet if family members are separated during a disaster. • Identify an out-of-state friend or relative as an emergency contact. During emergencies, it may be easier to call in and out of the state than within the state. • Make disaster evacuation and stay-athome kits for your family. It can be something as simple as a backpack with some essential supplies as a ready-to-go kit if you have to evacuate. The small kit should contain items such as a flashlight, a portable radio, a first aid kit, “Social Security” from pg 21

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served in the military, read our publication, Military Service and Social Security. You can find it online at www.socialsecurity.gov/ pubs/10017.html or send us an email at OPI.Net.Post@ssa.gov, or call us at 1-800772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) to ask for a free copy to be mailed to you. Memorial Day also is a good time to

water, food, emergency contact information, a change of clothes and some emergency cash. Also, remember to have batteries for the flashlight and radio. It can be a storage container with supplies enough for in the home. The larger kit can contain a three day supply of food and water, blankets or sleeping bags, pet supplies, extra medication, a fire extinguisher, a large first aid kit, toiletry items, disinfectant or bleach, a tool kit, rain gear and books or games to pass the time. These are recommendations and other items can be added to emergency kits for your family’s personal needs. Once you have the plan, practice it on a regular basis with your family. Make sure that the supplies in your disaster kits are inspected occasionally. Ensure that batteries for flashlights and radios, and medical supplies, have not expired. Rotate food and water supplies every six months. Keep your kits stored where they can be reached quickly if necessary. Having a plan and an emergency kit will help you and your family to be ready for almost any type of disaster. Become familiar with which type of disasters may occur in your community. Specific safety and preparedness information for various emergencies can be obtained from your local fire department or Red Cross chapter. For those of you that would like to learn more about helping your community during a disaster, I would recommend taking a CERT course. CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training is designed to train members of the community basic disaster preparedness and recovery skills to be able to help their neighbors during natural disasters. More information about CERT can be found at www.santacruzcountycert.org n Mike DeMars – Central Fire Protection District, 930 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, Ca, 831-479-6843 remind families of fallen military heroes that we may be able to pay Social Security survivors benefits. If the person you depended on for income has died, you should apply for survivors benefits. Learn more about Social Security survivors benefits at www.social security.gov/pgm/survivors.htm. The men and women of the Armed Forces serve us each and every day. At Social Security, we’re here to serve them too. n

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Santa Cruz Food Tour y husband and I had out of town guests staying for the weekend recently, so we thought an ideal way for them to experience some of the area would be on the Santa Cruz Food Tour. Owned and operated by Brion Sprinsock, this is a culinary and historical adventure that is fun and informative at the same time. Our merry group of about a dozen people gathered at an appointed spot downtown with Sprinsock giving us information on what to expect on the three-anda-half-hour tour. It was cold and raining that day, but spirits were not dampened. With Sprinsock at the helm, the tour was splendid and uplifting all the way. A hearty plate of food made for a good start, with several more culinary stops taking in ice cream, and burgers and a beer tasting as well. Myriad snippets of information on the history of Santa Cruz were revealed by the very knowledgeable and entertaining Sprinsock, and the walking part of it is over easy terrain. The tour ended at a downtown restaurant where plentiful food was served. I highly recommend Santa Cruz Food Tour – for locals and visitors alike. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute, and so did our guests. Santa Cruz Food Tour, 529 Chestnut St., #12, Santa Cruz, 800-838-3006. Email: scfood tour@gmail.com. www.santacruzfoodtour.com. Eddison & Melrose — Karen Anne’s Granola aren Murray can’t keep up with the demand for her granola. With a busy catering company and tea shop to run, she started making healthy granola just for family and friends. But she was urged to

market it, so you can now find her granola in all New Leaf stores (except on the Westside), Shopper’s Corner, Whole Foods in Capitola, and A.J.’s Market in Soquel – as well as stores in San Francisco, Oakland, Pacific Grove, Campbell and Salinas. Right now, four different flavors are available, but Murray will be adding more. She says not all flavors are in every store, but everybody’s favorite is almond pecan. All the granola varieties are very healthy and are made fresh daily. “It goes straight from our oven into the bag,” Murray says. “It’s as fresh as can be. It’s not too sweet and it’s not too hard, and that seems to be what people like.” Murray, an affable Brit with a husband and 5-year-old son to take care of, is a trained chef who also runs her own tea room in her store in Monterey where she serves a typical English afternoon tea. “We do afternoon tea served on china, Cornish pasties, sausage rolls, bridal showers, kids’ birthday parties, and more,” Murray says of her busy life. “People come into the store for afternoon tea and the aroma of granola baking in the oven drifts into the shop – honey, cinnamon, apple, etc., and people buy it right there.” Murray caters weddings, parties of all kinds and many corporate events. She also gives back to the community with donations to school fundraisers and many charitable events. “We are always willing to help somebody,” she says. Eddison & Melrose, 25 Soledad Drive, Monterey. 831-393-9479. www.eddisonand melrose.com.

Dining Etiquette ry not to talk with your mouth full, even though it’s difficult sometimes. When you are asked a question and you have just taken a bite of food, chew and swallow b e f o r e speaking. That’s why it’s better to take small bites of food when dining with other Photo Courtesy of Santa Cruz Food Tour people. And try not to Brion Sprinsock (right) doles out information about Santa Cruz’s culinary surprises

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slouch over your food. It looks so much better to sit up straight, and it helps the digestion, too. Preferably at mealtimes, children should not have anything in their hands other than a knife and fork. I recently observed a family in a restaurant where the boy had left most of his breakfast untouched, pushed his plate away whilst

his parents and sister were still eating, and was more interested in his iPhone than enjoying a meal with his family. Parents have a responsibility to teach their children good manners. n ••• Josie Cowden is a freelance writer and proofreader. Contact her at ravenone274@comcast.net.

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65. Group of wives 10. Reduced instruction 42. Something best not 66. Sea in Spain set computer mentioned 68. Garden dweller 11. Cain's victim 45. "In the grand 69. *Diminishing layer 12. Mark for omission ______ of things" 70. One who plays for pay 15. Appear inviting 49. Center of activity 71. Harry's Professor of 20. Steve Buscemi's 51. Cozy and warm Defence Against the character on 54. Usually depicted as Dark Arts "Boardwalk Empire" beautiful maiden 72. R in RIP 22. Bugling ungulate 56. Boredom 73. Bottom of pants, e.g. 24. Beginning of universe? 57. God of thunder 74. Triangular road sign 25. *An objective is to 58. *Atmospheric dust, save these vapor, smoke and DOWN 26. _____ Ratched from moisture 1. "____ the word" "One Flew Over the 59. Aphrodite's son 2. As quickly as you Cuckoo's Nest" 60. Popular rock opera can 27. *Outer layer of 61. "____ Russia with 3. Ancient Germanic seeds Love" alphabet character 29. Sheep cries 62. Ignorant person 4. Cash Return on 31. Fog or stupor 63. Male version of Capital Invested 32. Milk and bread on a Emily 5. *Rachel Carson's grocery list, e.g. 64. Tear violently "Silent ______" 33. Courtyards 67. "____ we there yet?" 6. 200 of these in 34. *_____ Protocol, a Daytona 500 framework for cli7. Type of brew mate change © Statepoint Media 8. Type of clouds, pl. 36. Nostradamus, e.g. 9. Make like a donkey 38. Irish name of Ireland Answers on 31 »

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Announcements

Big Brothers, Big Sisters is Gearing up to Celebrate 30th Anniversary

ig Brothers Big Sisters is calling out to all of the wonderful people in Santa Cruz who have participated in their program to share their stories and experience at the 30th Anniversary Celebration. To learn more, visit www.santacruzbbbs.org, or contact Julie at (831) 464-8691, Julie@santacruzmentor.org

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

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.

Tuesdays

Women Care Drop in Cancer Support

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 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

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.

health. Classes five days each week. First Class free. For more information, call 688-1019 www.aptosyoga.org

First Tuesdays of the month

Tail Wagging World of Dog Ownership

6:30pm at the Santa Cruz SPCA, 2685 Chanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz (cross street is Soquel Ave.).

Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market

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

First Tuesdays and Third Wednesdays each month

Dated Events

Orientations to Become Advocates for Children

North County, 5:30-7p.m., first Tuesday of month (for location details contact Danielle at 761-2956 X102) South County, 5:30-7 p.m., third Wednesday of the month at the CASA Office, 813 Freedom Blvd. Watsonville ASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Santa Cruz County needs your help. Volunteer 3-5 hours per week to provide support, guidance, and a powerful voice in court for children who have been removed from their homes because of abuse or neglect. Everyone welcome, men and bilingual folks especially encouraged. To RSVP call 761-2956 Ext. 102, or email Danielle@casaofsantacruz.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

PFLAG

(Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) 7:00pm-9:00pm, 900 High St. First Congregational Church of Santa Cruz o learn more, call (831) 427-4016 or visit www.pflagscc.org

Wednesdays

Coastal Professionals

8:00am to 9:30am at Aptos History Museum, Old Dominion Court, Aptos. earn tips and make connections. Local professionals meet weekly to focus on business building and collaboration. Interested business owners, independent professionals and guests welcome. For more information: 621-1153, www.CoastalProfessionals.net

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

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Saturday May 5 Intro to Svaroopa® Yoga

Toastmasters: Speak for Success

Thursdays

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.

Lectures on Western Civilization

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

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1:30pm-2:30pm, Monterey Peninsula College xciting lectures will cover fascinating topics such as "The Art of Alchemy," as well as "Lord Byron: Mad, Bad, and Dangerous to Know." Purchase free parking tickets at the college, lectures are free.

Overeaters Anonymous

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

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.

Overeaters Anonymous

1:00-2:00pm, Louden Nelson Community Center, Rm. 5 301 Center St. Santa Cruz For more information, call (831) 429-7906 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

First Wednesday of the Month

Second Thursdays of the Month

Child Welfare Review

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

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) 6840590

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

Veterans of Foreign Wars

Fridays

Clutterers Anonymous

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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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,

9:00am-10:30am, Aptos Yoga, 783 Rio Del Mar. Blvd. Ste 23b, Aptos xperience how Svaroopa® Yoga works in your body at an introductory class – free with no obligations. Supported by blankets, you’ll relax into poses that release deep tensions in your spine. This unique form of yoga quiets your mind, reduces pain, and accelerates injury recovery. For more information and registration, call 688-1019 or email chudala@aptosyoga.org. (www.aptosyoga.org)

Monday May 7 Candidate forum for Second District Supervisor Candidates

7:00pm, Rio Sands Motel in Aptos Beach lease join us to hear candidates Zach Friend, Antonio Rivas, Dog Deitch, Daniel Beckett, and Rich McInnis explain their positions on key issues and answer your questions to better inform you for the upcoming election on June 5th.

Saturday May 12 Spring Sale!

8:00am-4:00pm, Unitarian Church 6401 Freedom Blvd. Aptos urniture, "selectibles," accessories, housewares, and more. Free shoes and books. For more information, contact Bonnie at pawprint@elgatito.com

Tuesday May 15 Parenting Workshop: Dealing with Disobedience

5:30pm-8:00pm, Mountain Community Resources, Highway 9 Last workshop on Tuesday, 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

Tuesday May 22 Sons In Retirement Luncheon Meeting

11:30am, Severinos Restaurant, 7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos peaker will be Larry Tartaglino on subject "Sailing Around Cape Horn In The 1800's "The story of the treacherous journey many took to seek their fortune in the golden land of California. SIR is an organization for retired men which has no dues, fees, political or religious agendas. Call 688-0977 for information. n

Discovering new ideas and searching for information comes naturally to you, and keeps you on the case. But you get to a point where something really takes your interest and you go further than a mere superficial glance. This could also be said of a new person in your life too. Venus in your sign is not all sweetness and light, however, and you could come unstuck with allowing certain obligations to slide. Get the balance right and delegate if you must. A new strange works well for you particularly when it comes to sprucing up your image.

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Announcements

Spring 2012 Family Arts Nights!

he Cultural Council of Santa Cruz County is pleased to announce its Spring 2012 Family Arts Nights, to include activities in folk dance, African drumming, storytelling, and visual arts. Family Arts Nights offers the opportunity for parents and children to share in fun learning activities together and for parents to experience first-hand how learning through the arts can help their children in all aspects of their lives! For dates and locations, visit ccscc.com.

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

Saturday May 5 Sunday May 6

Argentine Tango at Dance Synergy

8:00-8:30pm class; 8:30-10:00+pm, practice 9055 Soquel Dr. Aptos e will cover the fundamentals of leading and following traditional Argentine Social Tango, focusing on what you need to dance well and enjoy yourself at the Milongas, (Tango dance party) and other social Tango events. For questions, contact Michael, stclare7@tangoworld.net (831) 239-2247

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.

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First Fridays of each month

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.)

First Friday Art Tour

Every other Friday

Shakespeare Club of Santa Cruz

10:30-12:30 pm, First Congregational Church, 900 High St. Santa Cruz, Next: May 4 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 May 5 Cinco De Mayo Dinner Dance Party

6:00pm, Scotts Valley Community Center 360 Kings Rd. Scotts Valley his fun celebration will feature catering from Taqueria Los Gallos, raffle drawings, UCSC Mexican folklore dancers, a live auction, and a no host bar! All proceeds to benefit local projects and organizations. Tickets can be purchased at both Los Gallos Restaurants. To learn more, Contact R.J Escobar at (831) 603-0209

Annual Spring Show presented by The 17th Ave. Studios

11:00am- 6:00pm, The 17th Avenue Studios, 980 17th Ave. Santa Cruz esident and invited guest artists will showcase works in oil, watercolor, acrylic, handmade paper, printmaking, collage and mixed media in four buildings. Many of the artists are veteran Open Studio Participants. For more information, contact Ronna at (831) 234-2215.

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 showcases, 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

Sunday May 6

The Aptos Community Foundation Presents:

The Yamaha CFX Piano Series Benefiting The Juanita Orlando Grand Piano Fund

7:00pm, First Congregational Church, 900 High St. Santa Cruz pen to the public. To learn more visit www.disginguishedartists.org. or call (831) 539-0000, or email joorland@gmail.com

Saturday May 12 Awakening the Dreamer

10:00am-2:30pm, Natural Bridges Highschool, 313 Swift St. Santa Cruz his powerful four hour workshop will cover such topics as the dwindling biodiversity to growing economic disparities, feature videos from innovative leaders, and will also include lively participation in breakout groups. Participants are advised to bring a brown bag lunch. To learn more, visit awakeningthedreamer.org, or call (831) 662-2349. Small donations will be asked for at the door, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

Tuesday May 15 thru Thursday May 17 The Circus Returns to Scotts Valley

Skypark in Scotts Valley, 5:00 pm and 7:00 p.m. ave you ever wanted to "Run away and join the Circus?" Now you have the chance. The Mighty American Crown Circus,

Inc. & Circo Osorio is coming to our town! For over one hundred years the Circus under the Big Top has been part of America's history. The American Crown Circus, Inc. & Circo Osorio was not around at the beginning; however they have perfected and brought back to the public the original feeling of the Circus under the Big Top. Thanks to Bay Federal Credit Union and the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce, you can get two FREE tickets for children 12 and under when accompanied by a pre-paid adult admission of $12. Tickets must be purchased at one of the many Bay Federal Credit Union’s county branches or the chamber offices until May 14. Once the circus arrives in town May 15, tickets are only available at the circus ticket office. At that time ticket prices go up to $16 for adults and $5 for children.

Saturday May 19

Art Festival, School and Camp Open House

11:00am- 3:00pm, 1940 Bonita Dr. Aptos he Aptos Academy will hold an art show featuring the fine art and jewelry of several local artists including Jane Brown and Katherine Stutz-Taylor plus student art. Concurrently, there will be an open house for the school and summer camp for ages 3 – 12. Meet the school’s teachers and tour the beautiful, five-acre campus with theater, running track, and horse facility. The WASC-accredited school’s mission is to provide an affordable, safe educational environment where students are excited about learning and can discover and meet their full potential, while studying at their own rate on an enriched curriculum. For more information, visit www.aptosacademy.org or call 688-1080.

Saturday May 19 Sunday May 20

Free Music & Sustainable Living Festival anta Cruz Rejuvenation Festival features 25 music and kids’ entertainment acts, sustainable living information, free yoga classes, EcoFair, and healthy food. Admission is free. 10 am – 5 pm. San Lorenzo Park, 137 Dakota Ave, Santa Cruz. For information and schedule, visit: www.rejuvenationfestival.com

Saturday May 26 thru Monday May 28 Roaring Camp presents: Civil War Battles and Encampment

Steam Trains Depart at 11:00am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm. Activities begin at 10:00 am, Roaring Camp, Felton oin us Memorial Day Weekend and experience the sights and sounds of the American Civil War. Spectators may visit encampments of Union and Confederate soldiers, inspect regiments as they march in review, and observe surgeries performed at field hospitals. Gate opens at 9:00am, activities begin at 10:00 am. A chuck wagon bbq is served from noon to 3:00pm. Admission $5 per person, and parking is $8 per car. Steam train $24 for adult, $17 for children. For more information, call (831) 335-4484 or visit

Those people who come into your life when you share difficult times together stay for keeps. This month common ground is what brings an important friendship just when you need someone. You feel supported and that someone else has your best interests at heart. The Scorpio full Moon on the 6th can be a time of endings and beginnings as you move on from where you were, in an emotional sense. By keeping positive and look forward you avoid getting stuck in a past that you cannot change. This is a time of stunning insights and deep thought for you.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

You are being proactive and dynamic on the work front and perhaps your new found assertive has come from necessity more than anything else, But rest assured, the changes that you insist happen pave the way for better practices in the future. On a personal level, a situation occurs where you find who your true friends are, if you didn't know already. and also you are set to make new friends through coincidences and chance encounters. Stay true to yourself rather than trying to by the person you thinks others expect you to be.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

You are encouraged this month to try new things, to explore, to travel and go beyond what is tried, trusted and familiar. Why? Jupiter in Taurus is set to change signs next month and start a whole new chapter for you but meanwhile this is the time to say yes to invitations and positively seek out what has interested you, but you never got around to finding out more. The Sun is in this part of your chart too, and shines a light on some great experiences with lots of fun, socializing and enjoyment. Money matters are improving as you have been proactive in making sure this happens.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

Venus is in helpful position for you for some time to come. Expect interesting love tangles, and jealousy but also peak moments of joy. You are bringing the best of both worlds together by the choices you make and with your new found experience you can trust your own judgments so much more. You speak with the voice of authority and others respect you for this. Take note of what you hear and discover, since important information comes from unexpected sources. A new job could be all that you hoped it could be.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

There is a big Full Moon in your sign on the 6th. What will you do with this and how will it affect you? It brings out what is hidden and means that change is taking place for you on inner emotional level. This is a time to be open and honest and know that by doing so you clear a path to a new way of being. As it is, partnerships are under the spotlight and as a powerfully passionate person, then this can bring real connections to someone who you were losing touch with. Memorable times can be enjoyed but you are moving away from what was no longer supporting you.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You can make the best of whatever life throws at you, although you sometimes wish there were more bouquets than brick bats! Nevertheless, this is the last month that your ruler Jupiter is in the most practical of signs for you and you can see how these last few months have been all about getting things done, completing little jobs and improvements as there has always been so much work to do. No wonder you are a little jaded with all this! It's time to finish what you started and enjoy your efforts. Holidays are on the horizon and you and your other half enjoy quality time together.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Not only are you able to climb mountains but you could probably move mountains to this month. While others may be advising of caution you instinctively have a superb sense of timing and know when to take action or sit it out until things are a little improved. This is why it is so important to go with your instincts as these are the best indicator for deciding when to put into place important changes. This month's Full Moon on the 6th is brilliant for friendships and renewing links with people. Creative pursuits are both challenging and fulfilling through May.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

Initially, you are wrestling with what you do and what you earn. While this can seem challenging, ride the storm and see that you are in a better position than you started. You are not one to compromise too much and see what is lost when others do exactly this. Consequently, you have a reputation for stubbornness but you can always justify your stance. This month, Venus tens to soften the edges and create circumstances which are light in intensity and just more fun. You benefit form the change of mood and at last relinquish certain principles, simply because it makes more sense to do so.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

You can react to a situation and then think about it later, or you can plan some kind of strategy. What comes a long has something to teach you or show you to enable you to get a greater understanding. As such, welcome the unexpected and see how you tackle what could be quite overwhelming. Actually it isn't and it is your ability to adapt that is the secret to turning around a difficulty into the key to a new way of being. There is not much time to rest on your laurels as you have so many places to be and people to see. It's a busy time!

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

You begin the month with the best intentions and find it easy to talk to people and ask favours. You have the confidence to open doors and strike up conversations. Later this month, though, you are more attuned to money and finances and could be discussing business plans and ideas. Make the most of your creativity at this time, since you are not short of plans and ideas. If you are in the mood for love, then it all starts with the meetings of minds and perhaps an old friend. Days to watch our for are the 10th, and the 21st.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

While you feel in your element, you would like to find ways to make this last. Consequently, your long term plans are taking shape. Your situation financially is looking good although this may come from the help of a bonus in your pay or an unexpected windfall. The Full Moon on the 16th can bring matters to a head romantically, and partnership issues dominate while the Sun is in your sign. You can negotiate peaceful solutions with practical ideas much more easily and so this lightens the atmosphere around your home. Enjoy! ••• Find Out More www.AnnabelBurton.tv

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American Red Cross Heroes Breakfast Wednesday, May 16, 7a.m. - 9 a.m. Cocoanut Grove Ballroom

or the past seven years, the American Red Cross Santa Cruz County Chapter has hosted a Heroes Breakfast to honor community members who have demonstrated heroism through extraordinary acts of courage, kindness or have demonstrated an exceptional spirit of giving. Join us Wednesday, May 16, 2012 from 7a.m. — 9 a.m. at the Cocoanut Grove Ballroom, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk: General admission is $20 and includes a buffet breakfast. Master of Ceremonies KSBW Reporter Phil Gomez Award Categories Animal Rescue: Hannah Nevins and Josh Adams (Nominated by Adrienne Maguire)

Education: Bassel Flatas (Nominated by Kris Munro) Good Samaritan: Aaron Carota and Angel Estrada (Nominated by Leo Welsch) Law Enforcement: Zane Ota and Donny Thul (Nominated by Sgt. Saul Gonzalez) Lifetime Achievement: Gina Castaneda (Nominated by Carol Schimke and Adrienne Maguire) Medical Professional: Dr. Sharon Tapper (Nominated by Dr. Larry deGhetaldi, M.D.) Military Hero: Isaac Hatch (Nominated by Mary SullivanWhite) Rescue Professional: Karen Clark (Nominated by Marsha MillerAyers)

Workplace Hero: Letitia Mello (Nominated by Sgt. Saul Gonzalez) Youth Hero: Shayne Ely (Nominated by Chris Garcia) Eleanor Wasson Lifetime Volunteer: Dorrie Stallings (Nominated by Kathleen and Jamie Proffitt, Jeanne Milnes and Tracy Schultz) Please support our community heroes and the American Red Cross Santa Cruz County Chapter. All funds raised at this event help support local disaster relief. We help our community to prevent, prepare for and respond to disasters. We need to be ready 24/7 and we are not able to do that without the support of local donors and community leaders. Heartfelt thanks to our generous supporters. n

Friends of SC Public Libraries Book Sale at the Civic Auditorium

Friday, May 25: 5:30 p.m. — 8 p.m. — members only • Saturday May 26: Open to the general public, 10 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. — 3 p.m.

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ind some good summer reading at the Friends of Santa Cruz Public Libraries big biennial book sale. More than 20,000 used books, books-on-tape, CDs and DVDs to choose from. All proceeds benefit FSCPL’s 10 local branches. Books sell for $1.50 per pound Friday night and Saturday morning, then $5 per brown paper grocery bag, Saturday afternoon. Call 831427-7716 or visit www.fscpl.org for more info. The Friends of Santa Cruz Public Libraries holds its spring book sale May 25-26 at the Civic Auditorium in downtown Santa Cruz. With more than 20,000 used books to choose from, this biennial event is one of the biggest used book sales in the region. It’s also one of the longest running. Norah Mayper, a retired Friends board member who still volunteers at the spring and fall sales, says they were going strong when she joined the board some 20 years ago. “SC Clay” from pg <None>

Participating artists: Yumiko Aso, Bonnie and Steve Barisof, Liz Crain, Andrea Dana-McCullough,

Each sale attracts thousands of book lovers, and professional dealers have come from as far away as Berkeley to search for “finds.” A couple of years ago, a happy buyer was overheard telling a companion: “I’ve been looking for this book all over the world. I found it in London for £800, but I couldn’t afford it. I paid $2 today.” Every category of books is there: biographies, novels, mysteries, children’s books, non-fiction, cookbooks, gardening, poetry, art, travel, sports, spirituality — you name it! All the books have been donated. The sale is open to Friends members only on Friday night, from

5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and to the general public on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Friday night and Saturday morning books sell for $1.50 per pound — think one fat novel or two paperbacks! Scales are set up throughout the auditorium so shoppers can weigh their pickings before the final weigh-in at the cashier’s table. Saturday afternoon the price drops to $5 per brown paper grocery bag. Careful baggers really get their money’s worth! Books on tape, CDs and DVDs, as well as a few hundred “special” books — literature and art, mostly – are priced separately. All proceeds from the sale go to support the Central Library in Santa Cruz and its nine branches: Aptos, Boulder Creek, Capitola, Felton, La Selva Beach, Scotts Valley and three Santa Cruz locations, Branciforte, Garfield Park and Live Oak. n ••• Call 831-427-7716 or visit www.fscpl.org for more information.

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Venier, Nina and Kevin Wahl, Jacquie Walton, Masa Watanabe, Renee Sayer Wence, Allan Wilkes, Susan Wildenberg. n Website: www.santacruzclay.com

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e’s friendly to every person and dog he meets, loves kids, is eager to snuggle, has the most adorable prancing trot, doesn’t shed and he’s as cute as they come. It just doesn’t get much better than Stanley! Stanley, a threeyear-old Miniature Poodle/ Bichon Frise mix is ready and waiting to be taken home by a loving family who is looking for a little fun and a lot of love. This sweet boy was owned by a family with children who loved him but he was primarily an outdoor dog. Although his family gave him attention and the basic necessities, they weren’t knowledgeable about the proper care a dog like Stanley needs. Dogs of his breed don’t do well being left outside because of the kind of coat they have, which is “hair” instead of “fur”. They get cold easily and their hair gets painfully tangled and matted if not groomed and brushed regularly. When he arrived at the Santa Cruz SPCA we couldn’t tell what was under all of the mats but after a new hair-do, a beautiful and well-muscled little dog emerged with a puffy pompadour. Stanley has been extremely social and playful with all the other dogs and will climb into any lap whether it’s a man, woman or child. He comes when called, walks very nice on a leash and is coming along nicely with his potty training. He’s very smart and responsive, making us believe he would very easy and fun to train. We promise that if you meet Stan, you will decide he’s YOUR man! 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 Stanley 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 4655000, 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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Daedalus String Quartet at the Carmel Sunset Center

he highly musical Daedalus String Quartet gave a riveting World Premiere of Joan Tower’s “White Water” last evening at The Carmel Sunset Theater. Members of this exciting ensemble are Min-Young Kim and Matilda Kaul violins, Jessica Thompson viola and overall discipline, polished precision in Thomas Kraines cello. Most impressive articulating rhythms and blending phrases was the quartet’s total absorption in Joan and sound into a wonderfully colored Tower’s composition. voice that in one particular moment alludThe Daedalus commands an extraor- ed to a swarm of bees slowly, quietly, magdinarily chameleonic sound quite neces- ically hovering above the ensemble. sary to negotiate and Indeed a most impresconquer the demands of textural moment in Members of this excit- sive the composer’s score. the work. Well done All of the important ing ensemble are Min- Joan Tower and a woncommunicative musical Young Kim and derful performance qualities of terrific tone, Daedalus String Matilda Kaul violins, Quartet! individual virtuosity, wonderful ensemble The evening began Jessica Thompson balance were present with a most delightful viola and Thomas rendering of Haydn’s and in full force Kraines cello. Most String Quartet in E-flat throughout the twenty minute work. impressive was the Major, Op. 33, No. 2 A richly sounding carries the name quartet’s total absorp- that ascending solo by “The Joke.” This Violist Jessica tion in Joan Tower’s delightful work along Thompson opened the with the final work of composition. piece followed by the Dvorak’s String Quartet violins and cello. The No. 14 in A-flat major quartet performed a variety of calculated was crisp, exuberant and fit the bill to perglissandi and deeply intense textures with- fection. out hardness of tone or forced tempi. The Under the superb guidance of Amy delicate “quasi”–cadenza performed by Anderson, President of Chamber Music Min-Young Kim was like colored trans- Monterey Bay and Dana Werdmuller, parency and beautifully realized, as was Executive Director and the many generthe rich cello tone of Thomas Kraines, a ous supporters, a truly bright artistic tone that at times simply filled the hall. future lies ahead. Congratulations and The quartet’s strength resided in its thank you! n

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Classical Reflection

The Duckpond Stage will feature Watsonville Taiko, Gamelan Anak Swarasanti, Kuzanga Marimba, and Yabas Dance Company. Kids’ Stage Features Musical Storytelling and Dazzling Magic ids will be captivated by singersongwriter Peter Alsop, a nationally known performer whose music consistently wins “Best Children’s” awards, Zoo to You, story teller Deborah Simon of Storytalk, Santa Cruz’s favorite magician, Mickey Magic, the Mystic Truebudoors, musical story teller Marya Stark, and puppet shows by Kathleen Avalon. In addition, the Kids Area will host the

Sustainable Living Roadshow and arts and crafts activities. Mother Nature’s Temple is the major sponsor of the festival; supporting sponsors are: Good Times, New Leaf Community Markets, Santa Cruz County Parks, Connection Magazine, Greenstation, Eco Teas, Clutch Couriers, Soleil’s African Peter Alsop Cuisine, Santa Cruz World Choir and Orchestra, and Lydia’s Lovin Foods. n ••• For more information and performance schedule, visit www.rejuvenationfestival.com.

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