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All good things must end, but there’s nothing to say they can’t end well! On Saturday, May 9 – 8 pm at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium and Sunday, May 10 – 2 p.m. at Watsonville’s Mello Center for the Performing Arts the 2014/2015 season comes to dramatic conclusion ... Full Story page 5
Climate Change And Sea Level Fluctuations The level of the ocean around the Earth, and therefore the location of the shoreline, is inextricably tied to climate. As climate changes, so does sea level. Throughout the history of the oceans, which goes back about 3.5 billion years, give or take a few million, climate has constantly changed and, in response, sea level has gone up and down. Full Story page 17
Mountain Charlie Challenge Race Kicks Into High Gear Calling all Riders, Runners, Walkers and Supporters of Scotts Valley’s Public Schools! The 13th Annual Mountain Charlie Challenge is set for Saturday, May 9 in Skypark. Mountain Charlie Challenge is a fundraising bike ride, run/walk and community event to raise money for the Scotts Valley Educational Foundation, which will use 100% of the proceeds to fund the needs of local public schools.
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Community News Sacred & Profane – Santa Cruz Symphony’s Season Ending Concert Performances At Public Libraries In May Local Modern Woodmen Members Plant Trees Mountain Lions in Santa Cruz County! by Noel Smith Scotts Valley Performing Arts Summer Drama Camp Kids Camps Ready for Camp? by Dottie Reed
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School Hosts April Networking Mixer 13 Scotts Valley Veterinary Clinic: The Legacy 14 Breakfast and State-of-the-City Address Well Attended Local Sports 15 Valley High School Scoreboard Valley Club News 15 Kiwanis of the Valleys
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t-shirt, drawing tickets, and ride-day bike tuning and repair services. To cap the day, riders enjoy a delicious free post-ride lunch, beer garden and a music concert featuring the high school band “Side of the bands). Many participants enjoy these activities with their families. Santa Cruz Mountain Cycling, a growing group of avid student bicyclists under the direction of coach Jo Fleming, will be riding the 100 km ride in preparation for upcoming state mountain bike championships. Drawing and Silent Auction he public can show its support for participants and local public schools by purchasing drawing tickets for $5 each or 4 for $20 at Skypark on the day of the event or by contacting any of Mountain Charlie Challenge’s riders, runners/walkers, students at local elementary schools, or emailing the event chairperson at aliciaburt@gmail.
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to choose a volunteer position. Volunteers always feel good making this event a success, and giving something 100-kilometer ride back to our schools and Summit up Mountain Charlie and enjoy scenic redwood community. Students forests, passing by beautiful wineries and amazing vistas can earn community service hours helping 50-kilometer ride the Mountain Charlie climbs through the redwoods and back hills of beautiful Challenge too. One family even decided 10-mile Family Ride to volunteer together designed for novice riders and kids who just want to have to celebrate their son’s birthday. in begins at 8 am) The Public Helps SVEF 5-mile run/walk Help Local Schools he public is invited at 8:30). First-time event at Mountain Charlie Challenge! to enjoy all of 11:00 – Mexican lunch begins Mountain Charlie 11:00 – Beer Garden with Discretion Brewing Challenge’s activities 12:00 – Side Salad Ensemble Performs at Skypark, including 1:30 – Drawing the lunch, beer garden, music concert, drawing, and family activities. But the Scotts Valley uses 100% of the net proceeds raised by organizes Mountain Charlie Challenge Mountain Charlie Challenge to fund critical - needs in local public schools, including ciates!) donations from the public. SVEF providing funds necessary to keep school is an all-volunteer organization whose libraries open, maintain counseling sermission is to raise funds to support the vices and support the technology needs at educational needs of all students in the all four public schools in Scotts Valley. The funds pay for essential programs and educational materials, keep budget cuts from ounded in 1983, SVEF helps maintain
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ll good things must end, but there’s nothing to say they can’t end well! On Saturday, May 9 – 8 pm at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium and Sunday, May 10 – 2 p.m. at Watsonville’s Mello Center for the Performing Arts the 2014/2015 season comes to dramatic conclusion with a collaborative performance of the Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus and top vocalists from the Metropolitan Opera performing four choral masterpiece, Carmina Burana. The concert will take you on a journey through the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries with three works selected by Maestro Stewart to represent the thematic arc of Carmina Burana. The concert opens with Jean-Baptiste Lully’s Marche pour la cérémonie des Turcs, an evocative instrumental work of secular celebration. We follow with Io t’abbracchio, an aria Handel that features the incredible vocal talents of Nadine Sierra and Anthony Roth Costanzo in a duet. The third work is Tomas Luis de Victoria’s O magnum mysterium, an a Capella work of spiritual wonder that will showcase the Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus. Next up is Carmina Burana - considered by many to be the most powerful symphonic choral piece ever composed, and undoubtedly one of the most popular for classical audiences. While its dramatic refrain, “O Fortuna,” has become an established cultural facet from its use in countless movies, television shows, commercials, song mixes and sporting events, the popularity of O Fortuna often overshadows the rich contours displayed throughout this diverse work. Carmina Burana tells a story that captivates listeners with a force that leaves them simply awestruck. The Symphony will perform Carmina Burana with the Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus, under the direction of Cheryl Anderson. Carmina’s Regazzi will be sung by the Cabrillo Youth Chorus concert will also feature the truly phe-
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Performances At Public Libraries In May
Enjoy Shakespeare, Mozart and more at Santa Cruz Public Library branches
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he Santa Cruz Public Library System borhood library branches throughout Santa Cruz County, today announced it would put a spotlight on performance art during the month of May. The Library will host free theatrical performances at three branch libraries in May, beginning with the 28th season of Branch Library on Saturday, May 2. Shakespeare’s “As You Like It” will be adapted into a 50-minute rendition, followed by a 10-minute answer session. The performance will take place in the library’s beautiful outdoor amphitheater. The performances continue with two showings of “Wit, Wisdom & Wisecracks”
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by Willing Suspension Armchair Theater. The group will perform at the Downtown Branch Library on Wednesday, May 20, and at the Scotts Valley Library on Thursday, May 28. Both shows are 7-8 p.m. Also, Friends of Santa Cruz Public Libraries will sponsor a free concert, “Munching with Mozart,” at the Downtown Branch Library on Thursday, May 21. Tatyana Rekow will play the saxophone. The concert is 12:10-12:50 p.m. and attendees are invited to bring their lunch. Library Performance Events: Library, 13390 West Park Ave., Boulder
saxophone — 12:10-12:50 p.m. Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley Willing Suspension Armchair Theater: “Wit, Wisdom & Wisecracks” — 7-8 p.m. In addition, Library cardholders can reserve free passes to Tandy Beal & Company’s May 2 performance of “The Magic Carpet,” a world dance
Like It” — 1-2 p.m. Library, 224 Church St., Santa Cruz Willing Suspension Armchair Theater: “Wit, Wisdom & Wisecracks” — 7-8 p.m. 224 Church St., Santa Cruz Munching With Mozart: Tatyana Rekow on the
one adult and one child to the show, and can be reserved online at http://discover. santacruzpl.org/. The one-hour show begins at 11 a.m. at the Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Building. The Santa Cruz Public Libraries cation, enrichment and inspiration through
a network of 10 neighborhood library branches, a web-based digital library, a Bookmobile and community-based programs. SCPL serves children, teens and adults with innovative programming, professional services and community facilities that spark imagination and support discovery. Residents can explore a wide range of interests from academic research, book clubs and literacy programs to digital photography, locally produced music and local history. Branch locations include Aptos, Boulder Creek, Branciforte, Capitola, Downtown Beach, Live Oak and Scotts Valley. Learn more about SCPL at SantaCruzPL. Twitter and YouTube.
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Local Modern Woodmen Members Plant Trees L ocal Modern Woodmen of America members gave a lasting gift to the community on April 28, 2015. Members of the Scotts Valley Modern Woodmen Chapter gathered at Hocus Pocus Park to plant a beautiful sycamore
tree, replacing a tree that was recently removed. The project was part of the Plant A Tree Program, a nationwide program introduced by Modern Woodmen for its members in 2004. Through the program
and the help of its members, Modern Woodmen has planted thousands of trees
“This project allows local Modern Woodmen members to give a gift to the community,” says Brenda Tealer, local Modern Woodmen contact. “Planting trees is an important way to create a secure future for families, communities and the environment.” Coordinated by local Modern Woodmen members, chapters provide opportunities to take part in social activities and community service projects to meet local needs. Youth service clubs provide young Modern Woodmen members with
opportunities to volunteer, be patriotic, learn new skills, make friends and have fun. For more information or to get involved, contact Brenda Tealer at 831588-1743 / Brenda.Tealer@mwarep.org or Stephen Hoversten at 831-359-0321 / Stephen.A.Hoversten@mwarep.org. society, Modern Woodmen sells life insurance, annuity and investment*
their families and their communities. This is accomplished through social, charitable and volunteer activities.
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Event support generously provided Aunt Lali’s Treats, Discretion Brewing, Crystal Springs Water, Clif Bar, Rita’s Scotts Valley, Café Carbonero, Trader Joe’s and Safeway. For additional information about the Mountain Charlie Challenge, visit www. svef.net, MountainCharlieChallenge.com or Facebook.
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Mountain Lions in Santa Cruz County! By Noel Smith
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he Santa Cruz Mountains are a great place for mountain lions to live. There are also lots of opportunities to encounter these elusive creatures because of the wooded areas that border and run through many of our residential areas. There are also the riparian corridors -
Creek, etc.) that run from the mountains, through our communities all the way to the bay. Mountain Lion Safety Tips ountain Lions are roaming throughout most of our county. They are normally shy and almost ethereal animals. However the chances you will get to see one of these majestic creatures seems to be increasing
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search for water and food are coming ever closer to where we live. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife recommends that you take the following actions
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when you are in or near one the riparian corridors or away from urban areas: Do not hike, bike, or jog ALONE Avoid walking near dense growth, rock outcroppings, or under ledges Don’t plan outdoor activities from dusk to dawn Keep Children Close to You adults supervising children. A sturdy walking stick is a good idea. It can also be used as a club to ward If you encounter a Mountain Lion: Potentially threatening behaviors include: secretively
back and hissing when you are shouting at them aggressively and/or blowing a whistle Stop and stand still. Do not run. Back away slowly if you can do so safely. Running may trigger a lion’s instinct to chase and attack. Face the lion and stand upright. Make eye contact. If you have small children with you, pick them up without bending over or turning away from the lion and put the child on your shoulders to appear larger. Make yourself look big: Raise your coat, jacket, or any clothing with your arms -- Stand up straight, and swell your chest. Throw whatever you can grab without
crouching down or turning your back. in a loud voice. Don’t try to sooth it verbally Children with no adult should be in a group and should bunch together If the lion displays aggression you must NOT turn your back, crouch, kneel, or bend over. Carry mace or pepper spray where you can easily reach it. Do not approach a mountain lion, especially when it is feeding or is with kittens. Most mountain lions will try to avoid confrontation so give them a way to escape. If you are attacked: Stay on your feet facing the attacking animal. Lions usually
We recently got this email from Kevin (see above), “This is a mountain lion spotted in my sister’s backyard the other night near Cabrillo College. It was huge!” sheep, goats, chickens and other vulnerable animals.
rocks, tools, a pocketknife, caps, jackets, garden tools, a bicycle, whatever you can hit with, throw, and/or use as a shield. a weapon. If you live in a rural area of the Santa Cruz Mountains, here are some tips from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife: Living in Mountain Lion Country and it will attract mountain lions. avoiding plants that deer like to eat. mountain lions.
mountain lions are most active— dawn, dusk, and at night. attracting raccoons, opossums and other potential mountain lion prey. A mountain lion in a tree or crouching in some vegetation near to a trail or a residence may mean it is hiding until people pass, but don’t take chances and move carefully away.
outside unattended.
To contact the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Mountain Lion Program email: Marc.Kenyon@wildlife.ca.gov
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Ready for Camp? By Dottie Reed
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hat is the best age to start camp?” asked a prospective camper’s mom yesterday. It’s a great
three phone conversations this past week alone, seems to call for some conventional As a simple but dependable guideline, a child is usually ready for overnight camp when he or she can successfully spend one night away from home with a buddy. On average, sleepovers start at age
eight or nine, as the social skills and inde-
spread their wings. For some, this might not happen until age eleven or twelve or later, but the bottom line is that one productive night away from home sets the stage not just for surviving but, in fact, thriving in a three-and-a-half and, yes, even seven-week session. “Ready?” page 10
Kids Camps Monte Vista Horsemanship Camp 2 School Way, Watsonville, CA 95076 Phone: 831-206-9707 e-mail: MVEquestrian@gmail.com web: www.montevistaequestrian.com 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 email information today!
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Catalyst Soccer: Player Development Programs Two Great Programs for All Ages and Abilities! Phone: 831-423-3556 or 408-846-KIDS(5437) e-mail: catalystsoccerleague@gmail.com web: www.catalystsoccer.com The Catalyst Soccer: Player Development Programs are designed to help the young player become more confident with their soccer skills. The curriculum is designed by Catalyst Soccer ’s Founder, Paul Holocher, Cal Poly Mustang soccer coach, and is inspired from the teachings of FC Barcelona youth trainings. Topics covered include individual ball skills with special emphasis on the passing and possession/ positional games. Many engaging small sided games will allow players to simulate real game situations while maximizing the application of attacking skills to make good decisions on the field. Camps take place throughout the Santa Cruz County and are coming to a local field near online at www.catalystsoccer.com or call 831-423-3556 for more info.
Santa Cruz Soccer Camp P.O. Box 2748, Santa Cruz, CA 95063 Phone: 831-246-1517 web: www.santacruzsoccercamp.org Santa Cruz Soccer Camp is dedicated to promoting a fun and active environment for kids 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. Our summer camp consists of week long sessions, Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm, starting the week of Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, 95060). Call or visit our website for more information.
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If you do determine that this summer is the time for sleep-away camp, it is totally natural for both your child and you to be nervous ... and even more so as summer approaches. For better or worse, know that it will be harder on you than on your child. While you’re at home “letting go,” he or she will settle in and, under the guidance of sup-
“Ready?” from page 9 years of institutional experience) often serves as an eye-opening, if not comforting, benchmark for parents who might otherwise assume their children are too young for sleep-away camp, and for campers who aren’t sure if they’ll be able to manage. You may experience a major disconnect between your head and your heart before your child goes to camp for
things you hope for: making new friends, trying new activities, living in a gorgeous and healthy place. And if your child feels homesick — which most everyone, regardless of age, experiences in an unfamiliar setting — your heart might ache, but your head will know that overcoming homesickness will launch your child to the next stage of inde-
children to be happy and not sad; to be successful and strong; to say and do the right things so they will make friends; to be comfortable in their own skin as well as that if we keep them by our side, provide the answers and safely pave each step of the way, we can be sure they’ll land where we want. But what happens beyond that landing pad? demically and socially if their “inner compass” for solving problems, making decisions, and establishing relationships — all necessary skills for a successful and satisfying life — has never been activated. You certainly don’t want that to occur at the college gate. Letting go can feel
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when there is the potential for your child to experience homesickness or uncertainty, or make a mistake, or not eat because he or she is a picky eater. You might intellec-
away from home, but, boy, the parental heart pounds at the very idea of letting him or her go. “Independence Education” follows a learning curve similar to math, reading, or sports. A teen or young adult doesn’t
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526 Broadway St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Phone: 831-425-9378 Director: Terri Steinmann e-mail: classes@westperformingarts.com web: westperformingarts.com WEST Performing Arts provides youth and families a creative outlet and training dance, voice, improv and circus classes and productions, for ages 5-19 years, prioritizing educational experiences in literature, performing, and creative arts. WEST partners with Santa Cruz Shakespeare on an annual Summer Teen Acting Conservatory. From circus skills to acting intensives, WEST has a role for everyone. Classes
understand calculus, write a cohesive term paper, or consistently throw strikes
can do it.” Certainly there are many ways
knowing that if they did it once, they can do it again. Believe it or not, camp sessions fly by. And once kids are back home and you can listen to camp stories, hear them sing the camp songs, and sense their pride in all they have done and accomplished, you’ll know in your head and your heart that you’ve given a wonderful gift.
Excellent summer camps, however, were established to partner with parents in this very mission.
Dottie Reed is the head administrator at shire. Contact the author at dottie@camppemi.com.
building blocks along the way. Similarly, a teen or young adult doesn’t wake up
how does he or she get there? By having pendence at appropriate times and have
SummerQUEST Recreational Day Camp 325 Marion Ave., Ben Lomond, 95005 Phone: 831-336-8220 Fax: 831-336-8280 Camp Director: Brandy Shaw e-mail: slvquest@comcast.net web: slvquest.com swimming at SLV pool and outdoor science exploration at local private, county and state parks. Visit our website for more information
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Scotts Valley Chamber Board of Directors Announces the 2015 Executive Team
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he Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce is very pleased to announce our new Executive Team for 2015. It is an exciting new year for the Chamber, full of positive energy and change. This new Executive Team has a deep passion for their community and it shows. Make no mistake this is a team of “doers”, guiding the way and leading by example. They have wasted no time, jumping right in and “rolling up their sleeves” to accomplish the many tasks at hand, including the complete revamping and rebranding of the Scotts Valley Art Wine & Beer Festival). Filling these leadership roles are Board Pres-
Little League, SVHS Parent Club and the Vine Hill PTA. Currently, she is the Chairperson for the “new and improved” 2015 Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival, happening August 15 & 16th. If you want to volunteer or sponsor the event, please contact her at farah_theissen@yahoo.com Our new Board Secretary, Stephen Hoversten, is no stranger to the Scotts Valley Chamber or volunteering in our community. A member of Stephen was named Scotts Valley “Youth of the Year” by the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce back in 2002. He currently holds dual roles with the Chamber as both a Chamber Ambassador
Calendar of Upcoming Events Thursday May 21 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – Noon Rita’s Ice-Custard 222 Mt. Hermon Rd
Thursday May 28 Department MacDorsa Park 77 Civic Center Drive
Thursday June 11 Networking –
Board Secretary, Stephen Hoversten, Modern Woodmen of America; and Board Treasurer, Wendy Von Bach. Our new Board President, Rosanna Herrera
local causes including Measure A for our schools and the annual Wharf to Wharf race. Stephen is a Managing Partner for Modern Woodmen of America where he provides top
by the Scotts Valley Press Banner. The Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce also named Bruno’s as 2014 “Scotts Valley Business of the Year”. Rosanna has grown Bruno’s into an essential part of the community through her willingness to partner, sponsor and host many local causes including sports teams, service clubs, local schools and countless other organizations. Rosanna has been a Chamber member since 1997 and has been an active member of its Board of Directors since January 2014. She is also an active member of the Scotts Valley Rotary Club and has been selected to be President of her Club in 2016. Rosanna is interested in “contributing to the community that supports business endeavours and striving to continue the success of the business community in Scotts Valley”.
New Media LLC, is our new Vice President of the retirement and investment arena. Stephen and Chamber Board of Directors. Her Scotts Valley his wife Reina are very proud to raise their two company, which she co-owns with her husband, children, Liam and Rossilyn, here in this community they love and call home. Wendy Von Bach has been active with the metal disk with a laser etched logo or design that Scotts Valley Chamber since 2010 where she started you can shine onto a building or wall - comparable as a Chamber Ambassador. She joined the Chamber to a slide projector but on a larger scale. “We’ve Board of Directors in 2013 and became Treasurer in been blessed to have a successful business with 2014. All along the way Wendy has been one of our continued growth year after year. We currently most active Chamber volunteers providing invalhave 8 employees and are continuing to expand. uable help with events such as the Scotts Valley Art The Scotts Valley business community is perfect for & Wine Festival. She is the AVP/Branch Manager our type of small business. Scotts Valley is a Healthy Community – Healthy Schools, Healthy Business Community, Healthy Environment. This is a won- and has been married for 22 years. derful place for my family to live and work.” The Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce is proud to have these very talented individuals - leading our Board of Directors in 2015! We are unteering with the Scotts Valley Chamber of looking forward to good things to come in the Commerce, she sits on the board for the Scotts Valley year ahead.
Scotts Valley Art Wine & Beer Festival August 15 & 16
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Thursday June 25 Location TBA
Save These Dates
Thursday July 16 – 6 – 9 p.m. Scotts Valley Hilton
Saturday August 15 Sunday August 16
Skypark 361 Kings Village Road, SV
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and Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Rita’s of Scotts Valley. This event is free and open to the entire community. All guests will be treated to a complimentary Italian Ice. There will also be a special lottery for those who attend and 25 winners will be randomly chosen. These 25 lucky people will receive a FREE regular Italian Ice for an entire year!
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stores planned by franchisee owners Lisa and Matt Rasmussen. Lisa and Matt are local Scotts Valley residents and the proud parents of four kids. Lisa is also a local high school softball coach. “After trying Coast”, says Lisa, “I became an instant fan and knew I had to bring Rita’s “Cool Treats” back home with me to Northern California. With three locations in the works, we’re excited to introduce the
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Scotts Valley Community to ‘ice, custard and happiness’ and have them fall in love with the brand just like I did.” Rita’s offers a variety of “Cool Treats”, including: its famous Italian Ice, made fresh daily with real fruit and available in more than sixty-five flavors; Old-Fashioned Frozen Custard; Sundaes; Light Custard; Frozen Custard Cakes; Custard Cookie Sandwiches signature Misto and Blendini creations. Photo by Jeanette Larkin
Scotts Valley Police Department Appreciation BBQ & Chamber Mixer
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he Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce and its Board of Directors wishes to express its heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the men and women of our very own Scotts Valley Police Department. In addition to having a response time of less than 3 minutes, our Scotts Valley Police Department prides itself on its “Community Policing”. We are blessed to have a Police Department, which includes individuals with a vested interest in the community who genuinely care about the town they serve. We hear again and again how Scotts Valley is such an amazing place to raise a family and we hear from the business community how wonderful a place it is do business in. Well that most certainly would not be the case if it weren’t for the men and women of our Scotts Valley Police Department. May 28th as we give thanks to Chief Weiss and the dedicated men and women who serve under him. This event is open to the entire community. There will be a K-9 unit demonstration
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and Chief Weiss will be giving guided tours of the police very own Mayor, Dene Bustichi.
Scotts Valley Chamber News
Scotts Valley Veterinary Clinic: The Legacy
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cotts Valley Veterinary Clinic is a full service medical, surgical and dental facility for dogs and cats, with daytime
For more than 50 years, they have served patients and clients throughout Scotts Valley, San Lorenzo Valley, and the Santa Cruz County communities. Founded Veterinary Clinic was purchased by Dr. 1995 Dr. Beverley Hill joined the practice as an associate. Most recently in 2013, Dr. “Em” as her clients call her) also joined the team. Dr. Charlie’s passion for what he does becomes obvious when he talks about his practice. “We not only develop relationships with the patient but with the owners as well”, says Dr. Charlie. “We feel that when anyone walks through our doors, they leave as our family”. If you want to see Dr. Charlie’s smile suddenly grow from “ear to ear” you need only ask him about what it is like working alongside his daughter. He describes how even as a child his daughter would observe him while he was performing
she was wide-eyed and curious. He said she never needed any encouragement to
follow in her father’s footsteps, as her love of animals and desire to become a veterinarian came naturally to her all on its own. Dr. Charlie is very proud knowing that the legacy he began will continue on through his daughter. If you’d like to meet Dr. Charles Miller and his team in person, stop by their open house on May 31st from 10am to 1pm. and their information tables. There will
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Scotts Valley Chamber News
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April’s Mayor’s Breakfast and State-of-the-City Address Well Attended
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parent company and the nation’s leading provider of senior living accommodations and related services. However, some things haven’t changed. Inside you’ll recognize the same munity since May 16, 1988, making this their 27th anniversary. Brookdale Scotts Valley welcomes you to come celebrate with them and enjoy some fabulous
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Local Sports
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Kiwanis n April 9, club members attended a
SLV high school bands held at the new SLV Performing Arts Center. Funds from the Kiwanis sponsored Music at Skypark series are vital to the success of the music program in Scotts Valley’s schools, and a euphonium purchased with MASP proceeds was put to good use that evening. On April 17, a special Cajun dinner was held at the Scotts Valley Senior Center. Acting as head chef was Kiwanis member and Louisiana native Lisa Ahrweiler who whipped up a deliciously authentic meal that was enjoyed by both Kiwanis members and members of the Senior Center.
The application period for the Mike sorship has closed. The scholarship committee is reviewing the candidates and the winners will be announced soon. Sponsorship recruitment for this summer’s Music at Skypark concert series is in full swing. Many local businesses have already committed to renewing this year, but new sponsors are always needed, as well as event day volunteers. Please contact the club if you can help. http://www.kiwanisofthevalleys. org/ Kiwanis meets 7 a.m. every second Wednesday of each month is an evening meeting at Bruno’s at 6:30 pm.
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Community News
Sheriff’s Marijuana Compliance Team
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n response to many citizens concerns about large scale marijuana grows occurring in their neighborhoods and environmental degradation cases occurring in rural areas
Compliance Team. The goal of the team is to respond to citizen concerns about large-scale marijuana cultivations and butane hash oil labs that have proliferated the county for the past several years. The team will work closely with the Planning Department, Environmental Health, the District
laws and local ordinances. The team will work closely with local dispensaries to ensure these businesses are operating safely and in compliance with the medical marijuana ordinance. Responsibilities of the Marijuana Compliance Team include issues and environmental degradation cases such as illegal roads being cut without permits, and illegal grading. This team will also focus on investigating butane hash oil labs. These labs can catch
will work hard to ensure that our rural and urban neighborhoods are safe from dangerous hash oil labs and large scale commercial marijuana grows. This team will work closely with other county departments and the community to make sure the needs of medical marijuana patients are met while protecting the safety of our neighborhoods.”
year and hundreds documented across the state. Press Release Prepared by Lieutenant Kelly Kent
Season Tickets for the 2015/16 are on sale now! Call 462-0553, ext. 10 to save your place at the dynamic 2015/16 Season.
to guarantee the best seats. Subscribe and save! or online at SantaCruzTickets.com.
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perform a Symphonic concert comes from ticket sales. The Symphony is made possible only through the generous support of classical music lovers like yourself. Donate to the Symphony Today! Website: www.SantaCruzSymphony.org Why Wait? Tickets are on-sale now for our June 6 the Music of John Williams. We’ll perform fantastic themes by the master of movie music including Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Raiders of terrestrial. Get your tickets today!
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Climate Change And Sea Level Fluctuations By Gary Griggs,
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he level of the ocean around the Earth, and therefore the location of the shoreline, is inextricably tied to climate. As climate changes, so does sea level. Throughout the history of the oceans, which goes back about 3.5 billion years, give or take a few million, climate has constantly changed and, in response, sea level has gone up and down. As seawater warmed, it expanded. As the Earth warmed, ice sheets and glaciers melted and retreated, adding more water to the oceans and moving the shoreline inland. This wasn’t a big deal a hundred million years ago, or even ten thousand years ago. Animals living along coasts migrated away from the shoreline. Habitats, whether intertidal, estuary or marsh, gradually responded and reestablished themselves. There were no coastal communities or big cities with condominiums, houses, hotels and other businesses. There were no sewage treatment facilities, power plants, ports or harbors, highways or bridges,
The last several million years of Earth history were dominated by the Ice Ages. These were multiple periods, on roughly 100,000-
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year cycles, when the climate got cooler and glaciers and ice sheets expanded. Thousands of feet of ice covered much of North America, from Seattle, extending down into the midWest, and east to Cape Cod. Where did all that water that was locked up in the ice sheets and glaciers come from? There was only one source for that much water- the oceans. The last Ice Age or glacial epoch ended about 18,000 years ago. At that time, the Earth was about nine degrees Fahrenheit cooler than today. In response, ten million cubic miles of seawater were evaporated and transferred to the continents where it formed ice sheets and glaciers. Taking all of that water out of the ocean dropped the sea level about 350-400 feet. At Santa Cruz, the shoreline during an ice age would
The climate then gradually warmed as the irregularities of the Earth’s orbit around the Sun increased our total solar energy input. Once the Earth starts to warm, there are some other wellrecognized feedbacks that amplify this heating. A warmer ocean can hold less carbon dioxide so more of this greenhouse gas leaves the ocean and enters the atmosphere.
Warming also leads to the melting of more sea ice, which is happening today in the Arctic of solar energy, with ocean, which absorbs more carbon dioxide. In addition, permafrost, or ground that is normally frozen and which covers about 25% of the Earth’s surface in northern latitudes, begins to thaw with a warming Earth. “Climate Change” page 23
beaches. If you were in good shape, you could San Francisco. That was all dry land at the time, although you might have encountered some large animals in California you don’t see today, cave bears, saber tooth tigers, dire wolves, and giant sloths, to name a few.
Community Briefs
Sign up early, space is limited! Conducted by Sara Czarneki and Darwin Garrett To sign up or for information call Camp
oin us this s u m m e r for a fun and exciting series of workshops and games to introduce and improve our theatrical skills from improv to Shakespeare! Campers will learn about:
Attend with fellow campers Mary Poppins at Cabrillo Stage and Macbeth at Santa Cruz Shakespeare. The camp, located at St. Philips Episcopal Church, will culminate in a public performance showcasing kids’ talents and interests. Tuition: $300 (includes admission to local Scotts Valley Times / May 2015/ 17
The Book Bag By Robert Francis
Riveting new titles for the demanding reader … Diamond Head By Cecily Wong
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n Cecily Wong’s striking debut she takes her reader from China’s Boxer Rebellion to Pearl Harbor and the early 1960s. At the center of this multigenerational Chinese-Hawaiian family saga are three generations of women who seem to have a knack for making major romantic missteps that come back to haunt them. Wong constructs her story around the parable of the red string of fate, which deals with notion of fate versus free will. The red string is a reference to the cord that binds one intended beloved to her perfect match, but it also punishes mistakes in love with a destructive knot that is passed down the family line. there are some interesting and unexpected “knots” that complicate the Leong family. At the turn of the century Frank Leong, who creates a shipping empire in China, relocates his family from his native land to Hawaii. And with the move the reader discovers that something ancient follows the family to their new home on Oahu. That “something” becomes clear as the daughters and wives of the family share the narrative chores as they reveal the this riveting story. Musing on the shocking events that rock the family toward the end of the novel one of the characters explains, “This was not fate, I told myself; it was the furthest thing from it…The tangles from one gener-
ation to the next, the mistakes passed from mother to daughter, the lies from father to son – it wasn’t fate, who could call that fate? These things were within our control, of us, every single one of us, had played a hand in this destiny.” A poignant story with some totally unexpected surprises that blindside both the novel’s characters and the reader, reading experiences you’ll want to share with family and friends.
The Swimmer By Jokim Zander
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uspense, nonstop international action, romance and plenty of intrigue, this thriller has it all. Already a bestseller in Europe, “The Swimmer” opens in Damascus, Syria, with a terrorist attack that leaves a small child an orphan. Now it is 2013 and that youngster, Klara Walldeen, is
She is in possession of a laptop with some very sensitive information that places her in extreme danger. women, a seasoned CIA operative and also the father who abandoned her when she was just an infant has been hired to keep an eye on her. As Klara tries to avoid those who would possess the laptop and silence her, to Paris as her secret ally keeps tabs on her.
classic espionage story will converge on a Swedish archipelago where the secrets of the past will be revealed and the ownership of the encrypted laptop will be resolved. A story of this nature is constructed around a doesn’t disappoint his reader; he includes some memorable ones in this debut novel.
A Wish Your Heart Makes
From The Grimm Brothers’ Aschenputtel to Disney’s Cinderella By Charles Solomon
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t may well be the most famous of all stories of a young woman who overcomes imposher true love and then live happily ever after. The tale of a Cinderella-like character can be traced back in one form or another to B.C.E. Strabo told the intriguing story of Rhodopis, a
Egyptian pharaoh. By the late nineteenth century a British folklorist, Marian Roalfe Cox, had catalogued 345 versions of this type of “rags to riches” love story. Over the centuries there not only have been numerous narratives operatic and ballet renditions of this popular romantic scenario that shows faith, love and kindness overcoming greed, jealously and rage. In this beautifully illustrated, oversized, Charles Solomon explores the story’s ancient origins, contemporary adaptations, and the making of the classic Disney ani-
and paintings by artists that range from Mary Blair, Marc Davis and Ollie Johnston to Ward Kimball and Frank Thomas. siasts will be the behind-the-scenes look at “Cinderella” directed by Kenneth Branagh and produced by the Disney Studios. For those who collect these Disney books that feature set and costume designs as well as the stories behind some of the studio’s iconic movies, this is a must purchase. This collector’s edition won’t last long and you won’t want to miss out. It would also make a very special heirloom gift for a youngster who loves the story of Cinderella. 18 / May 2015 / Scotts Valley Times
Hello from 2030: The Science of the Future and You By Jan Paul Schuttem
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ook into the crystal ball with Jan Paul Schutten to see what futurologists predict the world will be like 15 years from now. That’s not a terribly long time so the contents of this book can be revisited in 2030 to see just how accurate the predictions here actually were. Each chapter of this book begins with a message from the year 2030. In some
in the chapter that visits the home of the future you’ll have a room that can contract and expand by just moving the walls back and forth. Also, one of those walls will be constructed from something called “ePaper”. This is a huge, thin, three-dimensional screen that will allow you to watch movies, play games, or have a background such as a natural setting in your room. From transportation and housing to food and medicine, the sections of this book that look into the future will surprise and astound the reader. As the author explains, some of these predictions could be “completely wrong” but others will be correct or nearly so. Why read the book? Because it is a good idea to have some idea of what may be “coming down the road”. We can be reasonably assured of some important facts. The Earth’s population will continue to increase, new technologies and more cures or ways to deal with various health issues and, more than likely, global warming will continue to alter climates and cause more weather related problems. The author also states that “future innovation is like the wild card in a card game: you can pull this card at any time and it will change the whole game”. He’ll address some invention/technology) can do just this. Conversely, a bad luck card could have these potential disasters are discussed also. Although this book is aimed at a this a captivating read also. Who knows what the future holds? We can’t know for sure but this book presents some fascinating possibilities.
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Scotts Valley Schools News By Penny Weaver, Superintendent Scotts Valley Unified School District
Good As Gold! ongratulations to Scotts Valley High School and Scotts Valley Middle
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Ribbon Schools Award was created to have a program to honor schools while other school recognition programs are on hiatus fornia to transition to new assessment and accountability systems. The new award will recognize middle and high schools in 2015 and elementary schools in 2016. According to the California Department of Education, the focus of the California ognize California schools that have made tremendous gains in implementing the academic content and performance standards adopted by the State Board of Education for all students, including English learners. These include, but are not limited to, the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts, California English Language Development Standards, Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, and Next
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between tests and assessments. Tests focus on what we do “to” learners “after” learning. Assessments focus on what we do “with” learners “before, during and after” learning. It may seem like subtle
anced assessments), as well as paper-based tests for science in 5th, 8th, and 10th grades. Lessons aligned with the Common Core State Standards and opportunities to collaborate, be create, think critically, and to communicate have prepared our students for the testing experience. The
tests measure critical thinking, analytical writing, problem solving, and subject area knowledge, providing teachers with multiple sources of information about student strengths and areas where students need additional support. “SVUSD” page 23
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ences the decisions we make in planning lessons, intervention, and enrichment as we proceed through the school year. Our students are engaging in computer adaptive tests administered online in the new state academic testing program, California Assessment of Student Performance
in third through eighth grade and 11th grade will participate in CAASPP tests intended to provide information that can be used to monitor our students’ progress and ensure that all students leave high school ready for college and career. This year, CAASPP includes computer adaptive tests in English
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Charlie Rice, Brook Knoll Elementary Teacher (left), receiving congratulations from Board President Art Bubb (right) and Board Members at the April 28 meeting for Rice’s selection to receive the KSBW Crystal Apple Award. Rice will be retiring at the end of this school year.
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Community Calendar
San Lorenzo Valley Community Calendar Wednesday May 13 American Red Cross Heroes Breakfast
8-10 a.m., Cocoanut Grove, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Celebrate our Community
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(Starting May 6) 2:30-6:30 p.m. hrough Spring, Summer and Fall, the main drag along Highway 9 will come alive with the bustle of farmers and food artisans selling a colorful variety of delicious edibles to shoppers and diners alike. For more info, visit www. santacruzfarmersmarket.org or contact Nicole Zahm at education@ santacruzfarmersmarket.org or Executive Director Nesh Dhillon at info@santacruzfarmersmarket.org
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depicting John Muir and Teddy Roosevelt.
Center, 1307 Seabright, Santa Cruz Monday, ranging from meat dishes, ome explore Feldrenkrais to gluten-free, to vegan. Awareness Through MoveFeatured recipes are posted on mentR. These classes will increase the New Leaf Community blog at www.newleafcommunity.com. moving as they heighten your selfawareness. First class is free for new
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221 Cathcart Street, Santa Cruz ine on any Monday and 10% eld annually on the Saturday of the total sales go to a local WomenCARE Support Group of Memorial Weekend, this is one of the community’s favorite gathering for women with all events. month of the year as part of the Mahalo Monday Program. for women through all stages from Lunch: Tuesday – Sunday from 11:30 diagnoses through treatment. For more information or to
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Join Nar-Anon, a world wide fellowship of relatives and friends of addicts who addiction. Three meetings are now being held in Santa Cruz County, on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. For a meeting near you call saveyoursanity@aol.com norcal/meetings for more info.
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vereaters Anonymous is a 12-Step support group for those who wish to stop eating compulsively. Meetings daily. See our website for a current list of meeting times and locations: www.santacruzoa.org
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CASA Orientations to Become Advocates for Children
CASA empowers volunteers to foster care. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or neglected. More info www. 761-2956 XT.102
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Aptos Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10110
iving a business presentation? for more info. ommander Chuck Woodson Interviewing for a job? leads the meetings. Improve your speaking skills in a Fourth Wednesdays friendly, supportive environment Sons in Retirement with Redwood Ramblers Toastmasters. Open to all levels. his statewide group of retired Drop-ins welcome. For more Fridays men invites you to be our guest Scotts Valley at our monthly luncheon. You’ll
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Village Plan scheduled to begin construction in Fall 2015.
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Cruz County event is the longest consecutive running human race in the nation.
www.humanracessc.org the Bison Center and The Camp Recover Center 12 step program/support Thursday May 14 group for friends and families who have been affected Alzheimer’s Association 18th by the addiction or drug Annual Education Conference Rotary Club Meeting problem of another. Nar-Anon Follow us on Facebook: Facebook. 12-1:30 p.m. at Seascape Golf members share their experience, his is a very special day for Tuesdays, Thursdays com/AptosNoonToastmasters or Course. strength and hope at a weekly family members, care profesthru Saturdays meeting. sional, and any member of our or e-mail charleswhitt@att.net for Park in lower lot and walk up community who would like to Ocean Gate Zen Center PROFILE of Santa Cruz TOPS more information. driveway and turn right at the understand more about memory Zazen Instructions loss, Alzheimer’s or a related (Take off pounds sensibly) Clares St. Capitola meetings at www.nar-anon. dementia. Hoffman’s for Second Harvest Find org Register at edconference.kintera. et support for loosing PROFILE of Santa Cruz. Its orning meditation schedule weight at these health group Santa Cruz will donate 10% free and it works. Last year it is Tues. & Thurs. 6:45am; Fri. of total sales to Second Harvest places 126 of its members in jobs, 9:00am, & Sat. 8:30am followed by meetings. Clutterers Anonymous every Thursday night from 5-10 and we can help you too. Ongoing Saturday May 16 p.m. Every $1 donated provides workshops will cover resume Surgical Center, 2900 Chanticleer Spring Bazar Event healthy 4 meals to people in need writing, communication, and month at 6:30pm. throughout Santa Cruz through 200 interview skills. For more info. visit both Overeaters Anonymous Senior Center oceangatezen.org and facebook. 6:30-7:30pm at Teach by the Beach B12 Fridays that Second Harvest support. here will be over 20 local 3:00pm-6:00pm, Thrive Natural vendors selling a variety of First Tuesdays each month merchandise from handmade arts Tail Wagging World Mondays, Wednesdays, supports immunity, energy, and crafts, discounted designer of Dog Ownership sleep, mood, and the body’s ability jeans for women, jewelry, jam, skin and Thursdays First Wednesday each month Big Book and OA to handle stress. care products, essential oils, Avon, Co-dependents Anonymous Adoption/Child Welfare Orientation Literature Study o-dependents Anonymous candles, handmade notebooks/ 8699. 1:00–2:00 p.m., Louden Nelson is a 12-step group for cards and much more! people who want healthy Free snacks and drinks while you Saturdays Center Street, Santa Cruz First Tuesdays and relationships and self esteem. and/or adoptive parent is to shop! Weekly meetings are offered Third Wednesdays each month attend orientation. The orientation 8:00 -12:00pm at Cabrillo College free of charge in Santa Cruz and Orientations to Become is designed to review the child Second Thursdays each month he Aptos Market, with over Sunday May 17 Watsonville. welfare system and to give you Veterans of Foreign Wars Advocates for Children For a schedule and more 80 vendors, is open year information, go to www.coda.org round, with the best selections Spring Dog Festival ommander Ronals Petty leads or e-mail gratefulcoda@gmail.com Tuesday of month (for location To register to one of the meeting of fresh foods. In addition, the meetings. details contact Danielle at 761and for directions, please call family activities, music, cooking For more information, call and paw-some shopping. demos by professional chefs, For details and tickets visit coastal Second and Fourth Mondays p.m., third Wednesday of the gardening workshops, seasonal Second and Fourth Thursdays Second Wednesdays First and Third Wednesdays fairs and events are a part of the Host Lions Club Freedom Blvd. Watsonville Friends of Scotts Valley Library Cabrillo market. Alzheimers Support Groups 7:00pm at the Cabrillo Comeets second wednesdays of Monday: 2:00 - 3:30pm Saturday May 23 Special Advocates) needs each month at 6:30 in the Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market Fireside Rom at SV Library. The Sunday May 24 ublic is invited to all programs. Conference Room at Elena Baskin/ volunteers, 3-5 hours per week, next meeting is February 11th and to provide support, guidance, Contact President Jess Allen Longboard Union and a powerful voice in court for ongoing from then on. 831-684-2721 or Past President www.santacruzfarmersmarket.org Memorial Day Invitational Capitola Road, Santa Cruz. Barbara Chamberlain at 831children who have been removed email sylvialee2@sbcglobal.net ome 200 long boarders from 688-3356 for meeting/dinner from their homes because of abuse Sundays group is for caregivers and across the state take over Steamer reservations or information or visit or neglect. Everyone welcome, Church Bible Study/Worship Lane Memorial Day weekend in family members of people with Second and Fourth Wednesdays www.cabrillohostlions.org. men and bilingual folks especially Alzheimers this 31st annual event, which is the Santa Cruz/ Monterey Bay Branch encouraged. Worship, First Baptist Church Wednesdays Facilitated by longest running longboard surf Third Thursday each month ADHD Support Group Meetings contest on the West Coast. Ext. 102, or email Image Matters ooking for a church? Come McBurney www.santa-cruz-longboard-union.com Danielle@casaofsantacruz.org worship with us! 116 Beach Drive ome join a dynamic, supportive group of people at all levels of experience from beginners to more advanced. We’re here to help you Thursdays discover your voice and share it Capitola-Aptos
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Arts and Entertainment
in Sunnyvale Every Wednesday. No cover. Contact Lee McLaughlin,
Volunteers Needed for the Monterey Symphony
about booking the band for he Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you love www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org music and want to be involved,
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Ongoing Events Third Monday each month
Wednesday Night Sail Boat Races
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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.
arbor restaurants & the beach are a good viewing to watch the sailboat races against the setting sun! At the Santa Cruz in a First Friday art tour, visit Harbor. galleries are open 12-9 pm for First
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Stitchers By The Sea Meetings Lucky Steppers Modern 7 p.m., Live Oak Senior Center, Square Dance 1777 Capitola Rd., Santa Cruz titchers-by-the-Sea, the local chapter of the Embroiderers’
arrangement. For more information, and check it out! Browse through a wide assortment of treasures including books and photographs, vintage jewelry, clothing, glass First Fridays each month and ceramic collectibles, vintage
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Big Band Dance
7:30pm-10:00pm, at Mid-County
like it! Friendship put to music, Capitola open to the public each month. No event is family friendly. Classes allroom dancing to live admission fees. through Jan 29 are free. Teacher music by The 10th Ave. Band. Don Benson For more information, contact Sue atmosphere, free parking. Open to Basic Bridge at Highland Park the public-singles welcome! Suggested donation, $6 per person.
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First and Third Fridays
caller4u@razzolink.com for more information!
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basic Bridge class.A donation of
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his is a night for true “Social Tango.” Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene known italian menu), and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina and join us in a social tango dance
of Tango. Private instruction and classes by
Friday Shakespeare Club
artwork, and a whole lot of whatnot! For more info, please contact us at
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Downtown Santa Cruz Antique Street Fair
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Gemini (May 22-June 21) week of May: puzzles, challenges, tasks; anything you can devote your focus on will be a good thing! As you move into the second week, something may be lurking at the edge of your senses; a feeling, a memory, Whatever it is, it may be hard to reel in; try not to let it it get away, but if old worries pop up, do your best to deal with them and push through.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
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be taxing on your energies, but if you work hard and maintain your composure, you should come out on the other side intact and better for it. Later in the month it will be time to focus
Third Sunday of Every Month
you’ll be there to set things straight.
Science Sunday
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eymour Marine Discovery Center presents a public lecture from a marine scientist the third Sunday of every month. Topics are presented in an entertaining and easy-tounderstand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion. Science Sunday does not meet in December. For more info visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu
Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)
Are you ready for upgrades? Whether it’s listening to music, making phone calls or just a new gadget, you may want to look for something more lasting. A new, intense relationship is in the on the back burner for now.
Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)
Your fondness for predictability will be tested as May begins, but this might be a good time to relax and accept some changes to your routine. Later in the first weeks you may find yourself regretting some actions that your friends are willing to overlook. It’s okay to accept responsibility, but don’t discount others’ feelings on the matter. The second half of the month sees some highlights, and you can expect a victory as the month comes to an end. Enjoy the experience!
Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)
Dated Events
Your energy is at a peak as May begins, carrying you through the first week and overriding any fears and worry you may have been through of late. Let yourself be carried along, but know issues you may be ignoring will be there when you come to a stop. Later, feelings can be hurt when actions you take on behalf of others do not garner a similar response on
Tuesday May 5 Wednesday May 6
a few) incidents break one up. Fight for your relationship; there may be some mitigating circumstances you don’t yet know about.
Spring Lake Choir Spring Concert Tuesday at 2p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m., Spring Lakes Club-
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he concert is free. The program will consist of secular, sacred, and third friday until June 5. popular, folk, classical and a world Come join us, a group of diverse premier of The Clown Song, a women, in stimulating discussions tribute to Hocus Pocus. Donations are accepted and refreshments will be served. welcome.
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Your May Horoscope
Saturday May 9 Plant a Begonia!
11–3, Capitola Esplanade Park. he Capitola Begonai Festival’s Mother’s Day Event. You can pick up the perfect gift for mom for just $10! A great gift that includes:
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Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)
and keep things positive. You could do real harm if you follow a dark path right now. Later, things around you may start to feel weird. It may be a good idea to set some less important possibly unnatural events. What mysteries do you believe in? Now may be a good time to proof them! Romance is also a conundrum this month. As the month comes to a close, you wits about you and you should come out ahead.
Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)
Early in the month is not the time to put yourself in stressful situations. Decisions can be made, but the less pressure upon them the better. Paying it forward keeps you in a positive place. Whether you are acknowledged or not is irrelevant to the deeds you perform for others in the you; just make sure you have your wallet and key chain within reach at all times. As you move towards the end of the month, your gift for gab may take you to the edge of appropriate, but if you pay attention you’ll know how far you can take things without irritating your friends too much.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)
May is a comfortable time for you. You’re where you want to be, you are surrounded by friends whose company you enjoy, and you feel accomplished and needed at work. Everything in your life points to staying right where you are, and that’s a good thing. As you move through the month, you find your fate is in your hands. Stay positive and focused and you will come out ahead. Pay attention to what’s happening around you near the end of the month, there may be crooks and fakes trying to take advantage of you. Stay vigilant!
Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)
Your “meddling” feelings are peaking at the beginning of the month. Partaking in a charity or other social event might be a better idea than diving into your friends and family’s business as you look for new challenges. The back end of the month will be a good time to relax and recover from all your intense feelings and actions taken the rest of the month.
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)
For more info go to our website @ www.begoniafestival.com
Saturday June 20
Silicon Valley Wine Auction at Levi’s Stadium
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multi-faced wine auction event including an
pairing dinner featuring over 60 vintners from the Santa Cruz Mountains. Silent and live auction highlights include rare and reserve wine auction lots, San Francisco 49er experiences & collectibles and getaway packages. Proceeds benefit the Silicon Valley Education Foundation. More info www.scmwa.com
Trust your instincts in the beginning of May. It’s always a good idea to follow through when opportunities arrive, but the ones you’re presented with now are not what they appear to be, and you know it in your heart. As the month moves on, you may find temptation to take an easy path presented to you, but you know it’s not the right path, so stay the course and do things right! Later in the month, you will finally find the time to act on
Aries (March 21-April 20)
You live in your own world as May begins, and that’s okay. But when a new person enters
make decisions, something you have no problems doing. Also, you may need to talk through an issue. A close friend or relative will be the best bet; don’t hesitate to take advantage of your relationship.
Taurus (April 21-May 21)
Relationships begin and relationships end. As the month begins, you realize one of yours is probably about to end. Such an event isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but even if it feels negative, you know the timing is right. And as is said, look around a corner and you’ll find a new opportunity. Take advantage of the change and redefine yourself as you see fit. Later in the month you might be on edge, but that doesn’t mean people around you should challenge your position in the workplace. Don’t hold back if a verbal lashing is appropriate. The end of the month will find you in a thrifty mood, and bargains are there
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Fifth District Update By Bruce McPherson, County Supervisor 5th District
New Jet Flight Path Breaks the Quiet eginning in March, mountain residents noticed a new highway in their neighborhoods — a highway in
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instituted a restructuring of airspace ciency of a “Metroplex” of airports by optimizing aircraft arrival and departure procedures at a number of airports, including San Francisco International, Oakland International, Sacramento International, and San Jose Mineta International Airports. An environmental assessment indicated that there would be no noise issues with this new path, and there were no indications of a problem. However, many residents, primarily in the mountains, say there are
unnerving noise that can be heard indoors, from morning till midnight. To add to the new noise, the jets readying for landing, lowering their
leagues on the Board of Supervisors and I approved the Santa Cruz Integrated Water Resources Management orative process to improve local water supply and provide environmental
has also implemented a new policy to retain large woody material in
to steelhead monitoring, implemented numerous road improvement pated in Coho salmon and steelhead recovery planning. We have dozens of programs and policies in place to protect streams and riparian corridors from sediment, development, and pollutants. With the ongoing drought and recent statewide orders for Californians to reduce water use, we need to meet our basic needs. We also need to meet the
strong commitment to watershed restoration, a captive broodstock program, and re-introduction into San Lorenzo, In February 2014, the Valley Women’s Club asked me to initiate a Santa Cruz County action plan for Coho salmon recovery in the San Lorenzo tained a detailed list of actions to support Coho salmon recovery that included both actions from the NOAA Fisheries 2012 Coho Salmon Recovery Plan and additional recommendations. The Santa
Coho Salmon Conservation Program, and also suggested taking a stronger stand on Coho recovery. Kristen Kittleson, Fisheries Resource Planner for the County of Santa Cruz, combined recovery actions from the various plans for each of the six Santa Cruz County watersheds — Waddell, Scott, San Vicente, San
asked to approve a comprehensive plan day over a very small area — about a three mile radius. I am working with residents to identify some strategies that can be taken to the FAA to change the pathway. I will also be working with Congressman Sam Farr and ways to alleviate the impacts. If you are experiencing problems, please let me know of the impacts in your neighborhood at bruce.mcpherson@ santacruzcounty.us. Also, please report your experience to SFONoise@ Steelhead and Coho Salmon Restoration he County of Santa Cruz has a long history of implementing programs
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the six watersheds in Santa Cruz County. Steelhead are listed as threatened under the federal Endangered Species as endangered under both the federal and state ESA. The listings include Santa Cruz County’s North Coast streams, Aptos Creek. Coho salmon are critically endangered in Santa Cruz County and are expected to recover only with a
prioritized recovery actions. While there are somewhat different priorities for steelhead and Coho salmon, many of the recovery actions for the two species are the same. The Steelhead and Coho Salmon Conservation Program describes 20 key actions to protect stream habitat that can be implemented by Environmental Health, Public Works, Planning, Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services, and the Agricultural Commissioner within the next three years. Many of the actions revolve around three critical issues: sediment. The plan is expected to come to the Board of Supervisors for adoption this spring. I look forward to its adoption and implementation.
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“Climate Change” from page 17 The permafrost contains large amounts of decaying vegetation and methane, a very potent greenhouse gas, which is released to the atmosphere.
Editor’s Note: This is a new column by Gary Griggs, Distinguished Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences
Gary has been studying the coast of Caligases in the atmosphere, carbon dioxide and methane, is like putting another blanket on the bed- heat is retained and we gradually move from an Ice Age into an interglacial period. This is what took place repeatedly over the past two million years, with Earth’s climate acting like a pendulum, swinging back and forth between glacial and interglacial periods, or cold and warm intervals. And while we often talk today about the
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Shirley: Schweet as Sugar
f you’re looking for a loving, easygoing companion who lives for petting and cuddles, then Shirley surely is your gal! She’s a sweet senior – 14 years old – with gorgeous golden eyes and a beautiful tortoiseshell coat. Though she is well past her years of vim and vigor, she more than makes up for it with her kind and gentle heart. Shirley was brought to our shelter three weeks ago by her owner who was moving to adjust to her sudden change of surroundings, but her heavy heart has begun to lift that Shirley’s favorite activity is lap-sitting – she could win an Olympic gold medal for Marathon Snuggling! Her eyes light up when a volunteer sits down with a warm
more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere as though it started with human occupancy of the planet, its been around for billions of years. Carbon dioxide, methane, ozone, and nitrous oxide are all natural occurring greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. They have produced a far more livable planet, at least for us, than would have otherwise been possible. The average temperature on Earth over the last century was about 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Without naturally occurring greenhouse gases, the average temperature would be zero degrees, or, you got it, well below freezing.
his 7th and 8th books: The California Coast from
Backyard-Collected Essays. The California Coastal Commission and Sunset Magazine named him as “Lines in the Sand” is written by Gary to help us coastal dwellers understand what is happening and is predicted to happen, which may be well within the lifetimes of many of our readers. — Email info@cyber-times.com
When she arrived, she was tested with a full blood, urine and thyroid panel, and
loving home of her own, and is eager to reward her new family with unconditional If you would like to help animals like Shirley and her 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 of our community. For more info call the Santa Cruz SPCA at 465-5000, or visit www.santacruzspca.org. The SPCA is located at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz, CA 95065 and is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 p.m.
In addition, student attendance at school is important and provides the greatest chance for success in learning and the new assessments. We ask parents to please ensure that students come to school well-rested and ready for a variety of learning opportunities. I recommend viewing the video clip, An
community forum for feedback was held on April 23rd and was well attended. Additional forums will be held as the design
to understand more about the new assessments. The video is 2 minutes 43 seconds
Please make note of these events in May:
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Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Another great link for information about CAASPP will take you to the California Department of Education website where you can choose
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and subject areas. The link is: http://caaspp. org/practice-and-training/index.html Take a practice test and give me your feedback at pweaver@scottsvalleyusd.org! SVMS Design Update lach Construction Company was selected by the District to work with Architects with Cody, Anderson and Wasney on pre-construction aspects of the design phase. The Design Committee Members will convene for the next workshop in May to continue the iterative
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and through postings on the District’s Facebook page of the dates, times and locations of forums.
on May 12 and May 26 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 1 Civic Center Drive.
Building, SVHS. on May 21. is May 25 and school is dismissed that day.
Open House is May 27.
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