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SLV Water District Proposes Drought Surcharge The San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) announced it is notifying customers of a proposed Drought Recovery and Water Capital Surcharge to make up a drought-caused revenue shortfall that impacts capital improvement projects already underway. Full Story page 5
30th Annual Open Studios Open Studios Art Tour kicked off thirty years ago in 1986 with a simple goal: to get art fans and artists together — all across Santa Cruz County. Artists open their studios, and art enthusiasts go on tour. The public visits studios, meets artists, sees their process, and buys art directly from the source. New this year! For the first time, there are FOUR ways to get the Open Studios Guide: Full Story page 16
Stage Being Set for Live Theater After an indifferent and rocky first act, The Scotts Valley Community Theater Guild has begun to prove that it has the chops to make a theater happen in Scotts Valley. Upon entering an agreement with the city to
lease the vacant 9,000 square foot portion of the library for a nominal fee, the guild started in earnest to implement the plans formulated over the prior three years. But with that progress have also come changes. ... continued on page 4
Community News
Junior Achievement Honors Central Coast Leaders
JA Announces 2016 Class to Be Inducted at Annual Monterey Bay Business Hall of Fame on January 22 Pebble beach — Junior Achievement of Northern California announced the group of esteemed business and community leaders to be inducted into the JA Monterey Bay Business Hall of Fame on January 22, 2016 at the Inn at Spanish Bay, Pebble Beach. Each year, a committee of their peers, led by past inductees into the Business Hall of Fame,
selects Hall of Fame Laureates. Laureates are chosen for their business excellence, courageous thinking and actions, vision and innovation, inspirational leadership, and philanthropy. The 2016 Class of Laureates to be inducted into the JA Monterey Bay Business Hall of Fame includes: Ted Burke, Co-Owner, Shadowbrook Restaurant in Capitola; Jesse Alderete, Jr, Founder and President, P r e m i u m Packing, Inc.; Gail Delorey, CPA, Partner, Bianchi, Kasavan & Pope, LLP; and Harry Wardwell, Executive Vice President, RaboBank. “Once again our selection committee has
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Junior Achievement (JA) of Northern California serves 23 counties from Mendocino to Fresno; San Francisco to Stockton; and throughout Silicon Valley and the Central Coast; JA will serve more than 100,000 local youth during the 2015-2016 school year through a dedicated volunteer network of nearly 5,000 adult mentors. Junior Achievement programs focus on entrepreneurship. For more information, visit www.janorcal.org or www.facebook.com/ janorcal. For more information on JA’s programs on the Central Coast, or to reserve a table at the Monterey Bay Business Hall of Fame Luncheon, contact Regional Director Taran Barca-Hall at taranbh@janorcal.org. More information on JA’s standards-aligned curriculum can be found at www.janorcal.org.
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Cover Stage being Set for live Theater by Noel Smith
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Community News Junior Achievement Honors Central Coast Leaders SLV Water District Proposes Drought Surcharge SLV Clean Air Art Contest by Jennifer Parks
Re-election Campaign For County Board 8 Dominican Healing Spaces Initiative Underway by Anastasia Elgina 15 Scotts Valley Police Department Annual Inspection by Donna Lind Santa Cruz Metro Bus Driver Rescues Toddler 16 17 Scotts Valley Meal and Food Programs 23 20,000 Gently Used (and very cheap) Books
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An ambitious three-plus million-dollar project has now morphed into a more realistic strategy called PAC-LITE (Performing Arts Center), a downsized version of the original plan. “Shelving our original design was a
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be amazing.” The plan calls for a 230-seat theater that can accommodate anything from elaborate musicals to Sunday afternoon voice recitals. “Our goal is to be a resource that meets the varied needs of the theatrical com-
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theater organizer Lee Besse, “but it was the right thing to do. Our expenses will go
said Besse. That altruistic approach has, in turn, produced a windfall of donations that no one in the group could have foreseen. “It’s as if someone turned on the spigot of wildest dreams,” said board member Val Rebhahn. Volunteers have given hundreds of
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hours in prepping the site for construction. Engineers, architects, tradesmen and contractors have donated their talents to produce plans that have now been submitted to the city for review. “It may sound ambitious, but we could see up to 400 bookings a year once this facility is up and running,” Besse added. In addition to the services provided by the companies and individuals, perhaps project on the other side of town – the 1440 Multiversity. The former Bethany University campus is experiencing an extensive renovation by the 1440 Foundation to create its Multiversity. In doing so, the interior of the campus’ theater was to be demolished and the entire internal core thus became surplus. All the lights, wires, control boards, seats, sound systems, microphones—integral to running a theater—were generously donated by the foundation to the SV Guild. Over the past weeks, teams of volunteers have been collecting, cataloging and storing this valuable and indispensable equipment. “At 1440 we’re very excited to be coming to Scotts Valley, joining so many others in helping to support the needs of our community,” said Scott Krienes, head of the 1440 Foundation. And that helping hand has been amazing. To date, the overall donation total in goods and services is approaching a million dollars. Those cumulative donations have allowed the guild to preserve the cash donations it has received and will result in the theater opening its doors earlier than anticipated. Guild members are cautious in naming an opening date, but one member hinted that mid 2016 was a real possibility, if their current schedule could be maintained.
“Pac-Lite would not have been possible without the extraordinary support from our community, the City of Scotts Valley, local businesses, Guild board members, and the City Council, particularly Randy Johnson and Mayor Dene Bustichi, who all along have maintained a strong belief in our project,” Said Besse. “Our volunteer construction team is ready but the best is yet to come as we bring a performing arts center to Scotts Valley.” The Scotts Valley Community Theater Guild invites you to join them on their journey to bring the Center for the Performing Arts to Scotts Valley as a volunteer or a donor. Your donations will enable the Guild to bring the power of live theater to our community. Checks may be mailed to: 5601 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley, 95066. If you would like to make a pledge or are interested in volunteering, please contact the Guild at svctheaterguild@aol.com Story By Noel Smith
Community News
SLV Water District Proposes Drought Surcharge
Public Hearing Nov. 19 at San Lorenzo Valley Water District Board Room in Boulder Creek bOUlDeR cReeK — The San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) announced it is notifying customers of a proposed Drought Recovery and Water Capital Surcharge to make up a droughtcaused revenue shortfall that impacts capital improvement projects already underway. At its meeting August 20, 2015 the San Lorenzo Valley Water District Board voted unanimously to proceed with the provisions of Proposition 218 to notify customers of the rate increase plan and hold a public hearing scheduled for November 19, 2015. 2013 that provided revenue projections based on planned operational and capital costs for 2013-2017. Based on the results of that rate study, the Board then approved rates for 2014-2016. Since then, and in response, SLVWD customers have reduced water consumption by over 25% invaluable to the continued health of the San Lorenzo Watershed and the Santa Margarita Groundwater Basin, upon which the District’s entire water supply relies. H o w e v e r ,
have done a fantastic job conserving water in response to the historic drought. An unintended consequence of conservation is the resulting loss of revenue for the District,” said Brian Lee, SLVWD General Manager. “The District receives revenue that is adequate to cover the cost of delivering water to our customers daily. However, because of the drought our projected revenues no longer cover costs associated with critically important capital
tanks and sustain watershed health.” “Surcharge” page 9
have a negative impact on District revenue. This lost revenue impacts funding capital improvement projects already underway while maintaining reserve funds for emergencies. As a result, the District is considering implementing a Drought Recovery and Water Capital Surcharge of $1.00 per unit of water sold. The intent of the surcharge is to collect capital projects that the District has committed to complete. Tying the charge to consumption continues to encourage conservation. “Our customers Scotts Valley Times / October 2015/ 5
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an Lorenzo Valley children are getting the chance to be “creative� while helping bring awareness to the San Lorenzo Valley about air quality issues created largely by wood burning smoke heating during the winter. The Valley Women’s Club together lution Control District is sponsoring an “art contest� for all children in San Lorenzo Valley! The San Lorenzo Valley School District is facilitating the contest and distributed dents at the elementary, middle and high District Superintendent Dr. Laurie Bruton stated: “We are always happy about particularly when it serves our community of San Lorenzo Valley. The study of our environment is a critical part of our science instruction in school.� The art contest was born from citizen input that was solicited and then organized by Supervisor Bruce McPherson to help solve the critical air quality issues our community faces. “The air quality issue in San Lorenzo Valley can be addressed — and solved — by our local community. That solution will require an educational process and having our creative students show us how to do that through their artwork will be an important part of our success,� McPherson said.
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The art contest closes on October 9, and the winners will be announced at the SLV School District Board Meeting on Wednesday, October 21 at 6 p.m. Supervisor Bruce McPherson will be presenting the awards. Everyone is encouraged to come out to see the submissions and enjoy the creativity of our children and support their efforts to keep our air clean! The Valley Women’s Club Environmental Committee is also supporting the improve air quality in SLV. Smoke levels in SLV are a serious health issue. SLV residents that have other means of heat are strongly encouraged to use those sources before using a wood stove. When “Spare the Air� alerts occur this winter, citizens can receive messages at: http://mbuapcd. org/programs-resources/planning/ sanlorenzovalley/. When these days occur, air quality is expected to be especially unhealthful and wood burning stoves should only be used sparingly. Residents are encouraged to use natural gas, propane, electric, or pellet stove heating options on “Spare the Air� days.
Community News
Graham Hill Road To Be Closed
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raham Hill Road will be closed between Roaring Camp Road and Lockewood Lane Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 7 and 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A detour will reroute motorists onto Lockewood Lane and Mt Hermon Road. Motorists traveling between San Lorenzo Valley and Santa Cruz also can take Highway 9, which has reopened after several months of road construction. Access to Santa Cruz County Juvenile Hall, Ponderosa Lodge, Roaring Camp Railroads, Redtree Industrial Park, San Lorenzo Lumber, Summit Road and Grand View Avenue will be provided during the road closure. The closure will
prior to the rainy season. Paving is a key between San Lorenzo Valley Water District, Scotts Valley Water District and the Mount Hermon Association. When completed, the intertie project will allow the districts to share water natural disasters. For more information, visit www.slvwd. com or www.facebook.com/slvwaterdistrict
paving for Graham Hill Road. These two days will entail full closure of both lanes, northbound and southbound. paving of the roadway
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County’s new economic development department and delivered much needed road and lighting improvements along the Highway 9 corridor. “I am been deeply honored to serve the people of the San Lorenzo Valley, Scotts Valley, and Santa Cruz but there is still much work to be done,” said McPherson. “I believe my dedication to the community, ability to bring people together to solve challenging issues and strong leadership skills make me
campaign for Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors District 5. “I am very proud of all that we have accomplished during my first term,” McPherson said. “Working collaboratively with people from throughout the 5th District and across Santa Cruz County we have been able to make our community a better place to live, work and play.” During his first term in office McPherson has focused representing the 5th District.” on a variety of important issues. McPherson is campaigning He was a lead supporter for for the Santa Cruz County placing more sheriff’s deputies on patrol, brought closure to an Bruce McPherson Board of Supervisors District 5, 8-year old lawsuit between the City of which includes the San Lorenzo Valley, Scotts Valley and the County of Santa Scotts Valley and portions of Santa Cruz, secured the donation of land for a Cruz. Election Day is Tuesday, June 7, new library in Felton, helped create the 2016. Scotts Valley Times / October 2015/ 7
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Dominican Healing Spaces Initiative Underway By Anastasia Elgina
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orman and Maureen Benito and the Monterey Peninsula Foundation have provided two lead gifts totaling $750,000 to launch the Healing Courtyards Initiative at Dominican Hospital. The Healing Courtyard’s Initiative will transform six garden areas to reduce stress and promote healing for patients and their families. In September, Monterey Peninsula Foundation donated $500,000 to Dominican Hospital’s Healing Courtyards Initiative. Their generous gift names the Monterey Peninsula Foundation Rehabilitation Garden. This is a matching grant so the Dominican Hospital Foundation is reaching out to the community for support.
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Designed by physical, occupational and speech therapists, the Rehabilitation garden serves patients with strokes, brain or spinal surgery, head trauma, and joint replacements. Various types of pavement help patients navigate with walkers, wheelchairs and canes in real life environment. Other features, such as a putting green, will be used to relearn balance. “We’re excited to support Dominican Hospital Foundation in their new endeavor, especially the creation of a putting green designed for rehabilitation,” remarks Steve John, CEO of Monterey Peninsula Foundation. “As the host of both the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, and the Nature Valley First Tee Open at Pebble Beach golf tournaments, it made sense for us to support this peutic use of golf will help patients on their healing journey.” Phase I of the Healing Courtyard Initiative completes the Rehabilitation Garden and the Central Surgery Lounge, Courtyard,
and Balcony. When all three phases of the Healing Courtyards are complete, Dominican Hospital will house six healing courtyards, each with its own unique environment, which
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he 2015 season of Kiwanis sponsored Music at Skypark wrapped up on Sunday, September 27th.The Burbon the event as they opened for perennial bonus, the Scotts Valley Middle School choir also performed. Revenue from sponsorship commitments and onsite vendor sales broke all previous records this year. The club will be providing tents and tables for the Friends of Hospice Oktoberfest event at the Scotts Valley Community Center on weekend of October 3 -4. Kiwanis meets 7:00am every Wednesday morning at Bruno’s BBQ. The second Wednesday of each month is an evening meeting at Bruno’s at 6:30 pm. We invite you to join us.
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he Exchange Club of Scotts Valley is beginning to work on our annual holiday Adopt a Family project. Exchange extraordinaire, Russ Patterson is spearheading this service opportunity. Those of us planning to visiting Estonia have our plane reservations! There is still room to attend. If you would like to learn more about this amazing opportunity to see an
incredibly beautiful corner of the world contact Chris at 462-3293. The club meets the 4th Wednesday of the month at Bruno’s, 5:30. All are welcome.
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n October 1, the Rotary Club of SLV will return to its fall and winter venue at Mt. Hermon Conference Center, Conference Drive, Mt. Hermon, CA. Meetings are held each Wednesday morning from 7:15 am to 8:30 am. Visitors are always welcome. In September, the San Lorenzo Valley Rotarians, along with SLVHS Interact students, volunteered at the Annual SLV River and Road Cleanup, the Second Harvest Food Bank Christmas Barrel Wrap, and donated new socks to clients of Mountain Community Resource Center. October speakers and presentations include: October 7, John Laurent, Simply CPR; October 14, Club Assembly, October 21 TBD; and October 28, 5th District Supervisor Bruce McPherson, Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors.
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The Rotary Club of San Lorenzo Valley is a member of Rotary District 5170-- a cadre with over 3,800 members in a four county region. If you are looking for a way to connect with community leaders, exchange ideas and take action in your community, Rotary is where it’s happening. We invite you to join us for breakfast to learn more about Rotary and how you can become a member. Additional information can be found on our website http://slvrotaryclub.org/.
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cotts Valley Rotary had a couple of really great speakers from our own club in the past few weeks. Current club president Tony Gianotti presented the service project where he was the team leader of a group who brought eye care to rural Bolivia. What an amazing trip, thank you Tony! We participated in a vocational visit to Slawinski Auctions. Rob Slawinski explained how the auction business works. Both fascinating and educational. In addition, we sponsored the Teacher Appreciation Breakfast for all the amazing teachers in the SVUSD district. It is a yearly favorite of our club. Thanks to all the SV Rotarians who gave their time to pour beer and wine at the Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival!
“Surcharge” from page 5
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ach unit of water sold would be assessed a $1.00 Surcharge. A unit of water is 748 gallons. An average household in San Lorenzo Valley Water District uses about 4 units of water per month. Therefore an average household would see an additional charge of $4.00 on their monthly bill
Water Capital Surcharge. Proposition 218/Written Protests f you have questions or comments about the proposed surcharge or wish to protest, you may: Attend the Public Hearing on November 19, 2015. (831) 430-4625
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San Lorenzo Valley Water District, 13060 Hwy. 9, Boulder Creek, CA 95006 By law, protests against the Drought Recovery and Water Capital Surcharge proposal must: the property by street address or Santa Cruz County Assessor’s Parcel Number the property owners (or tenants who are responsible for paying the monthly water bill)
hand delivery) prior to the close of the protest hearing. A sample protest letter is available on the homepage of the District’s website. If written protests against the proend of the protest hearing by a majority of Board will not approve the surcharge. Protests received after the hearing closes will not be considered, including protests postmarked prior to hearing date but not received in the mail by the date of the protest hearing. Any protest submitted by email or other electronic means will not be accepted. Only one written protest per parcel will be counted for purposes of determining if there is a majority protest. The San Lorenzo Valley Water District supplies water to the communities of Boulder Creek, Brookdale, Ben Lomond, Zayante, Scotts Valley, Mañana Woods and Felton. For more information, visit www.slvwd.com or www.facebook.com/slvwaterdistrict. Scotts Valley Times / October 2015/ 9
Local Sports
Valley High School Scoreboard Football Coach Louie Walters (Sept 25, Hm) (Sept 18, Away) (Sept 11, Hm) (Sept 4, Away)
Coach Dave Poetzinger (Sept 26, Hm) (Sept 18, Away) (Sept 12, Hm)
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Scotts Valley Chamber Seeking Nominations for 2015 Community Awards Dinner to be Held November 7 at the Scotts Valley Hilton
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he Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce seeks your assistance in recognizing the people and businesses that make our Community such a special place. We are looking for nominations in the following categories:
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Thursday Jan. 28, 2016 All nominations must be submitted to the Chamber by Noon, Tuesday October 13. Nomination forms can be downloaded at scottsvalleychamber.com. This year’s Awards Dinner will be held Saturday, November 7 at the Scotts Valley Hilton. This event is open to the entire community. Join us for an elegant evening with a three-course dinner, live music, as well as silent and live auctions. Seating is limited; tickets for Reserve your tickets today! scottsvalleychamber.com, by phone at this event will sell out. Early bird $75 until October 23. Tickets purticket pricing will be available for chased after October 23 will be $100. Tickets may be purchased online at
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oin us for a very special multiChamber Business Networking Mixer on October 29 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This special annual mixer will consist merce including the Scotts Valley, San Lorenzo Valley, Campbell, Saratoga, and Silicon Valley Rainbow Chambers of Commerce. The Campbell Chamber of Commerce will be our host this year. However the location in Campbell is not yet decided. Please check our calendar at scottsvalleychamber.com or call us at 831-438-1010 for further details.
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Chamber of Commerce in 1994 and has served as both a Chamber Ambassador and as a Board Member. Eventually, Jeanne served as President of the Board in 2001. In 2003 Jeanne was honored to be chosen as Scotts Valley Woman of the Year. Jeanne is a long time resident of Scotts Valley. She has raised three children here who are now adults and have their own careers. She was a teacher in both San Jose and Scotts Valley for grades 2-8. She held leadership roles as a teacher and headed the Scotts Valley Teachers Association as President for three years and served as the chair for the Central Counties California Teachers Association. In the Community, Jeanne and her husband, Wayne, coordinated Scotts Valley’s Sister city Program with Nichinan-cho Japan for ten years arranging host families and tours for visitors from Japan. She also headed the Valhalla Scandinavian organization for several years and is currently Vice Chair of the Scandinavian Cultural Center of Santa Cruz. Since its beginning, Jeanne has served on the Scotts Valley Arts commission and has chaired the commission from time to time. Currently Jeanne also is on the Santa Cruz Symphony League Board of Directors. Jeanne currently works as a real estate broker for Scotts Valley Property
Management a company that she started in 1981. She manages common interest developments such as condominium associations and resident-owned mobile home parks. In addition they manage and sell residential real estate including apartment buildings, single-family homes, multiple-family homes, townhomes and condos. The Scotts Valley Chamber Board of Directors is proud to have Jeanne as part of the team again. Welcome Jeanne!
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he Scotts Valley Chamber is proud to welcome our newest Chamber Ambassador, Rebecca Arndt. Rebecca has been a resident of Scotts Valley for 25 years. Her background is diverse porate marketing and currently in human resources for Threshold Enterprises. She enjoys woodworking and other crafts, graphic design, event planning, gardening and spending time with her friends, family and two little dogs. Rebecca considers Scotts Valley her forever home and is proud to serve its community. Rebecca also currently serves on the Committee for the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Community Awards Dinner. Welcome Rebecca! Scotts Valley Times / October 2015/ 13
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Scotts Valley Police Department Annual Inspection By Donna Lind
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contributes to the professionalism of the Department. The inspection includes not only checking the cleanliness and orga-
inspection requires weeks of preparation and consists of two days of inspection, from troops to equipment and divisions. The purpose is to insure high standards and professionalism. The Scotts Valley Police Department annual inspection includes the entire facility and all vehicles as well as
records, evidence and vehicles are inspected. Employees power wash vehicle engines and bring volunteers and family members to help them prepare for the annual inspection. Chief Weiss’s Administrative Assistant/Secretary Cerina Locke received the August Employee of the Month for her hard work on various projects including DARE Golf and Junior Police Academy and going above and beyond consistently in her work.
cotts Valley PD held their annual Department Inspection yesterday. Each year a guest inspector is invited to participate. This year was local CHP Captain Paul Vincent. Mayor Dene Bustichi was on hand to acknowledge the troops, as well as City Council Members,
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n Friday, September 25, 2015, Santa Cruz Metro’s Board of Directors will recognize Bus Operator Pedro Garcia for his heroic actions, which led to the rescue of a missing toddler. On August 19, 2015 at approximately 5:25 a.m., Garcia was driving a METRO bus on Main Street in Watsonville when he observed vehicles avoid hitting something. “I saw what I thought was a child walking back and forth in the lanes, but I couldn’t believe what I was seeing since no one was stopping to help” Garcia said. As he got closer, he saw a toddler who appeared to be 3-4 years old and took quick action. He called Dispatch, summoned the police, made a right turn onto the next street in a got out of the bus and ran toward the child. “I saw a truck,
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which almost hit the boy, pull over and I didn’t know what their intention was, so I ran out and told them I had contacted the police. I took the boy into the bus and calmed him down until police arrived,” said Garcia. Garcia said the boy was like deer when they get trapped on the road. He must have been so scared to see the lights of the cars coming toward him.” When Watsonville Police arrived, they took the child and later returned him to his family, who reported him missing after they woke up and found that the child had wandered out of their apartment. “What upset me is that I saw about 20 cars swerve out of the way to avoid hitting the boy, but no one stopped!” Garcia said, “I’ve seen people pull over to rescue puppies that jump out of car windows, but no one seemed to be concerned that there was a boy Pedro Garcia
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a discounted stay, Open Studios Art Tour Guide, and $20 credit to Solaire, their on-site restaurant. Proceeds from the Guide and App sales support the Arts Council’s arts and arts education programs. Visit artscouncilsc. org/open-studios for more information and a list of where the Guide is sold.
thirty years ago in 1986 with a simple goal: to get art fans and artists together – all across Santa Cruz County. Artists open their studios, and art enthusiasts go on tour. The public visits studios, meets artists, sees their process, and buys art directly from the source. are FOUR ways to get the Open Studios Guide: in the September 30 issue of Good Times. cilsc.org/open-studios — no cost! list of outlets at artscouncilsc.org/ open-studios. available Sept. 18th on iTunes & Google Play. Proceeds from Guide & App sales support the arts & arts education. Studios are divided between North and South County (with the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor as the dividing point). October 3 & 4 features North County artists (157 artists), October 10 & 11 features South County Artists (131 artists), and October 17 & 18 is an Encore Weekend that features select artists in both North and South County (230 artists). Each day, studios are open from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The 2015 Tour features nearly 300 artists working in dozens of mediums. This year, there are 36 artists who are new to
out of county can preview the Guide online — artscouncilsc.org/open-studios — giving them an idea of all the incredible art they can see during the Tour. The $4.99 App is a portable guide which helps to create personalized tour medium, and other criteria; and saves information for revisiting favorite stops. “We knew that the 30th year of the Open Studios Art Tour needed to be special,” said Michelle Williams, Executive Director. “We hope that everyone in the county will pick up a free Guide – or even just feel warmly welcomed to stop in anywhere they see our Open Studios green signs.” Hotel Paradox is a major sponsor and the Preferred Hotel Partner of the a Santa Cruz Arts Package, which includes 16 / October 2015 / Scotts Valley Times
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the Tour and 29 who have participated for more than twenty years. A preview exhibit featuring work from every 2015 Open Studios artist will open on Saturday, September 26 and run through Sunday, October 18 at the Santa Cruz Art League (526 Broadway in Santa Cruz, Wed through Fri 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sat & Sun 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.). A public reception will be held on Sunday, September 27 from 3 – 6 p.m. with entertainment by Kuzanga Marimba. The Preview Exhibit will be part of the First Friday Art Tour on October 2. “Giving the Guide away for free truly makes Open Studios an all access show. We hope that thousands more people choose to venture out to studios and discover for themselves how awesome it is to meet an artist in their creative space,” said Ann Ostermann, Open Studios & Events Manager. The public can pre-purchase the Guide for $5 at outlets throughout Santa Cruz County and beyond starting on Wednesday,
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from the material itself. He will be giving demonstrations of stone carving, wax sculpting and assemblage during both weekends of Open Studios. And, for a small donation, you can participate by carving a stone of your own! onnie & Steven barisof (#107): Working in clay, Bonnie & Steven Barisof are inspired by being part of the continuum of artist and craftsmen who have been developing this medium for thousands of years. They love the challenge and opportunity to come up with something new, so expect to see new shapes and textures at their Open Studio. ichael Singer (#133): Inspired by form and line, great design of the Art Deco and Art Nouveau periods, and by the grain or edge shape of his materials, woodworker Michael Singer crafts furniture with a graphic element -the line of a leg, an inlay pattern, or a play
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The Secret Affairs of Mildred Wild beN lOMOND — Mountain Community Theater proudly presents “The by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paul This zany, touching story takes you into the tiny living quarters behind the Greenwich Village candy store that Mildred operates with her husband. Crowded with her forty-year collection of movie magazines, Mildred has virtually escaped from reality into the dream world conjured up by the 3,000 movies she has eagerly devoured. When the outside world intrudes via her husband’s meddling sister,
Tuesdays Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9, across from Rite-Aid, 3356900. “Free Lunch Tuesday.”
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San Agustin Catholic Church, 257 Glenwood Dr. Scotts Valley Distribution.
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St. John’s Catholic Church, down from Rite-Aid, Highway 9 and Russell, Felton. 335-4657. “Thursday Lunch.” Mountain Community Resources, 6134 Highway 9, across from Rite Aid, Felton. 335-6600. Food Distribution. St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. 438-4360. Food Distribution.
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their hard-boiled landlady, the mincing butcher from next door, and the foreman of the wrecking crew sent to tear down the condemned building, Mildred meets each crisis with a hilarious fantasy scene drawn from her precious lode of old movies. As the action moves swiftly ahead to its delightfully unpredictable climax, Mildred’s life is further complicated by such unlikely visitors as a bulldozer, a nun, King all adding to the merriment and, ultimately, to the poignancy which infuses the play and the touching, funny escapades of its kooky, lovable and totally enchanting heroine.
Performances at Ben Lomond’s Park Hall, 9400 Mill St., from Friday, October 2 through Sunday, October 25. Friday and Saturday evening performances are at 8 p.m., Sunday matinee performances are October 11, 16 and 23 at 2 pm. Join us for a champagne reception opening night and a special Talkback with the Director and Cast after the October 11 matinee. Admission is $20 General, $17 Students and Seniors. Tickets are available at www.mctshows.org, or www.mildred. brownpapertickets.com. “MCT” page 19
The cast and director of “The Secret Affairs of Mildred Wild”
idents. Ben Lomond, corner of Highway 9 across from Ben Lomond Market, 336-8258. Hot meals at dining centers in Ben Lomond (M-F) and Scotts Valley (Wednesday). Meals delivered (if eligible). Reservation required, $2.50 requested donation, for age 60+ (limited exceptions). www.communitybridges. org/meals (464-3180) Weekly bag of produce to be picked up in Ben Lomond, Felton, or Scotts Valley. Delivery available for homebound seniors. $30 annual membership fee, for age 55+. www.greybears.org (479-1055). Except as noted, all programs are free of charge — Phone numbers provided because schedules are subject to change. Submit Changes/Additions to slvsvmeals@gmail.com
GateWay Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. 438-0646. “Fridays at Five” food distribution.
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TuesThurs 9-11:45 and Saturday 10-11:45. 1st and 3rd Fridays 9-11 are for seniors only. USDA Distribution on 4th Monday 10-1. For SLV, Scotts Valley, and Bonny Doon resScotts Valley Times / October 2015/ 17
The Book Bag By Robert Francis
An array of children’s picture books … Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey’s Halloween A Lift-the-Flap Book
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No Halloween is complete without a visit to a haunted house. As you check prises, plus you’ll be looking for various shapes from a circle to a triangle. Finally, the book wraps up with a party at the clubhouse and you’ll share in the fun here along with all the Disney characters.
book, but after that this colorful celebration of Halloween should keep a three or four year old busy for quite some time.
Pumpkin Moonshine By Tasha Tudor Little Simon. 7.9 ot all Halloween stories have to be scary to be enjoyable, as you’ll see when you share this Tasha Tudor classic with your child. Halloween is fast approaching and little Sylvie Ann is looking for the biggest, fattest pumpkin in the patch. But before she and her grandfather
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need vegetation added around Yoda’s hut and instruments provided for Max Rebo’s band. In other instances you’ll need to give C3PO a new body, draw in the skyline for Coruscant and add wings to Darth Vader’s This is one activity book that lets the child use his or her imagination even though some guidance is provided. If you need a rainy day activity book or a book to eat up some time when traveling, this is the one you’ll want to purchase. It will keep the child busy for a couple of hours.
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By Ammi-Joan Paquette Illustrated by Adam Record Candlewick Press. $9.99 he simple rhyme of this book’s narrative makes it ideal for reading aloud and the Halloween theme is very timely. A little ghost slips through w h a t appears to be an empty house and each sound it hears means the reader will have to investigate
By Michael Rosen Illustrated by Gillian Tyler Candlewick. $16.99 mall children love to take rides and as you page through this picture book you’ll see how many choices they have. Besides the usual modes of transportation like a bike, car, train, and boat, there’s a horse and sleigh.
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But when all is said and done, the best way of getting around is on a city bus. Of course, the author of this book lives in London where everyone relies on the bus system. Although its rhymed text is fun to read aloud, the reason this book will attract young readers is because the illustrations feature a variety of ways of getting around. Little boys and girls too, for that matter, love looking at pictures of various vehicles and that’s what this book provides.
“MCT” from page 17 Mildred is played by Hannah Eckstein, whose work also includes TV episodes of Law and Order SVU, Married With Children, The Nanny, and Deadwood, as chise and Titanic. The cast also includes both veterans and newcomers Jackson Julia Cunningham, Shireen Doyle, Marty Lee Jones, Donna Young-Fasolas, Jen Egeland, and Andrew Crocker. n longest-running community theater in Santa Cruz
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ABOVE: Hannah Eckstein plays the title character during rehearsal. BELOW: Hannah Eckstein, Jackson Wollfe, Julia Cunningham and Marty Lee Jones in rehearsal.
TV Characters “Healing Courtyards” from page 8 that gardens and nature in hospital settings reduce stress levels, the need for pain medication, and result in shorter hospital stays. And Maureen Benito has also decided to make a lead gift for this project. For more than six decades, Norman and Maureen Benito were rarely apart. Even before they were married, the two lifelong Santa Cruz residents lived across from each other growing up. “I was married at 18 to the love of my life, the boy next door, and we were together every day for 61 years,” says Maureen Benito. And they were a full and happy 61 years. Norman started his career working for two funeral homes in Santa Cruz County, and later started his own. And it was truly a family business. Maureen and both Maureen and Norman’s parents as well as their son, Gary, who later went into the mortuary business also, helped to run the funeral home. “A good, simple, happy life is what we had,” Maureen says. But running Norman’s Family Chapel was just one part of the Benito family’s involvement in the community. Norman was actively involved with organizations like the Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, the Marconi club, and the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Cruz, among others. He was Man of the Year for both the Sons of Italy and S.C. Oldtimers. Norman in the U.S. Navy by President Barack Obama. He also served on the board of the Dominican Hospital Foundation and on the Board of Fellows for Santa Clara University. Dominican Hospital meant a great deal to both Norman and Maureen. In fact, the
two were so close with the founding nuns that they helped the young couple by babysitting Gary when he was growing up. “We go back years with the Dominican
Maureen. “We were very close with the nuns. It was like our second home.” Maureen also has a deep history with Dominican as founder of the Guild along
In 2014 at the age of 82, Norman passed away, surrounded by his family. In order to pay tribute to his memory, Maureen donated $250,000 to the Dominican Hospital’s Healing Courtyard’s Initiative. Maureen’s gracious donation will name the Norman & Maureen Benito Central Surgery Courtyard. In Maureen’s words, “I just want his memory to live on forever because he was such a good man and so fond of the hospital. The Healing Courtyard’s Project is now actively raising funds for from community members and organizations to ensure that Dominican Hospital can complete the three phases of the Initiative. There are many recognition opportunities built into the plans from $500,000 to $1,000. “The Healing Courtyards Initiative transthe experience of thousands of people who will utilize the spaces daily,” says Joe Burton, co-chair of the Healing Courtyards Committee and Executive Vice President & Chief “People really need that place inside the hospital to spend time by themselves or be with their families,” says Maureen. “I think it’s important to give people that space, and I know Norman would really like that too.”
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San Lorenzo Valley Community Calendar Saturday October 3
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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 Lomond istorical talk by author Holly who has been abused or neglected. More info www.casaofsantacruz.org Harman. Hear about Holly’s experiences growing up in a Ben First Mondays Lomond commune. Event is free. in Watsonville
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Mountain Parks Foundation 525 N. Big Trees Park Rd. Felton CA
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Canyon Road, Scotts Valley in the Bison Center and The Camp Recover Center 12 step program/support Course group for friends and or e-mail charleswhitt@att.net for families who have been affected by the addiction or drug problem more information. of another. Nar-Anon members Hoffman’s for Second Harvest share their experience, strength and hope at a weekly meeting. Santa Cruz will donate 10% Park in lower lot and walk up driveway and turn right at the of total sales to Second Harvest every Thursday night from 5-10 Find meetings at www.narp.m. Every $1 donated provides healthy 4 meals to people in need anon.org throughout Santa Cruz through
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Dated Events Wednesday October 7 Toastmasters Open House
116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos ll are welcome to the Aptos Toastmasters Open House. Join us to hear speeches and impromptu table topics while savoring a few goodies! For more information, call
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titchers-by-the-Sea, the local chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America, holds meetings open to the public each month. No admission fees.
he Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you love Tuesdays music and want to be involved, BINGO please call (831) 646-8511 or visit www.montereysymphony.org for 150 Jewell St. more information. osted by Soquel Sports Foundation. Buy-In $15. Open Studios Full snack bar available. First First three weeks in October Tuesday of each month is special anta Cruz County Artist open $25 buy in (up to five packs). their doors to the public Join us! in the annual open studios www.soquelsports.com showcase, presented by the Arts Council Santa Cruz County.This year the North County Artists Wednesdays present the opening weekend, Capitola Twilight Concerts t wouldn’t be summer without October 3rd and 4th, South the Wednesday evening concerts County artist will be featured at the Esplanade ark Bandstand. October 11th & 12th and Bring a picnic or pick up dinner t October 17-18th is the encore an area restaurant. Seating is on the weekend. lawn, seawall benches or the beach. Visit www.artscouncisc.org for www.cityofcapitola.org more information.
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San Lorenzo Valley Museum’s Bear with Us Exhibit Featuring stories about Grizzly Bears in the San Lorenzo Valley and Santa Cruz Mountains.
Ongoing thru Dec. 12
Scotts Valley Library Exhibits Ageless Arts
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his is a night for true “Social Tango.” Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene Argentine Menu, (or their well known italian menu), and enjoy Saturday October 3 the ambiance of Argentina and The Big Trees Scottish Gathering join us in a social tango dance and Highland Games to music from the Golden Age of Tango. Private instruction and classes by Graham Hill Rd. Felton CA arrangement. For more information, ome celebrate all things Scottish! Enjoy heavy athletics, highland dance, bagpipe bands,
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First Friday Art Tour
traditional food and ale, living he First Friday Art Tour history, Celtic marketplace and is a Santa Cruz Institute more. Sponsored by the Internaof Contemporary Arts event, tional Clan MacFarlane Society & managed in conjunction with Highland Rogue Enterprises the participating art venues. The Adults $16.00 in advance, $20.00 event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most talented local artists from local $16.00 at the gate. Children 10 galleries. and under FREE! To find out where to participate Purchase advance tickets online at in a First Friday art tour, visit www.BigTreeScots.com.
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antiques and unique items. Come Lucky Steppers Modern and check it out! Browse through a wide assortment of treasures Square Dance including books and photographs, vintage jewelry, clothing, glass and ceramic collectibles, vintage quare dancing! Try it, you’ll like it! Friendship put to music, hawaiian kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, and a whole lot event is family friendly. Classes of whatnot! through Jan 29 are free. Teacher For more info, please contact us at Don Benson For more information, contact Sue Facebook.
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Stitchers By The Sea Meetings 7 p.m., Live Oak Senior Center, 1777 Capitola Rd., Santa Cruz
Monthly Argentine Tango at Star Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante
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War Comes Home Exhibit
Friday October 16 Saturday October 17
County Senior Center 829 Bay Ave, Capitola allroom dancing to live music by The 10th Ave. Band. Refreshments, large floor, friendly atmosphere, free sculptures, music and dancing in parking. Open to the publicthe streets. singles welcome! Suggested donation, $6 per org person. Proceeds benefit MCSC.
he SV library will have on Second Sundays Each Month Wednesday Night Sail Boat Races display artwork created by Downtown Santa Cruz the residents at Brookdale Scotts arbor restaurants & the beach Antique Street Fair Valley. Residents artwork created are a good viewing to watch under the guidance of Ageless Art the sailboat races against the setting Volunteer Gloria Daniels will be he “Original” Downtown sun! At the Santa Cruz Harbor. on exhibit. Antique Faire is back!
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Beach Boardwalk Chili Cook-Off
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ring your appetite and join the fun as professional and amateur chefs compete for the title of Best Chili at the Boardwalk’s Annual contest. A portion of the proceeds from tasting kit sales will
Santa Cruz, 95060 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
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You come out of your hiding spot at the beginning of the month long enough to put someone in their as the week continues, which is actually a good thing. Someone calls on you to make some solid commitments mid-month, but you don’t want to be tied down. Give yourself a few days before making the disappointment you’ll be back to your old self in no time. And then everybody better watch out!
Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)
Why does your life seem ho hum as October begins? The more you sit around, the more you wonder what else there is. There’s a big world out there; go explore it! You’re an incredible being put on a pedestal. Try not to let them see you sweat, though, even if it gets to be too much. Your scatter-brained self has a hard time keeping track of even the littlest things later in the month, which is why it’s a good idea to make a note of your parking spot or to write out an actual paper shopping list. It really helps you out to have one less thing to remember.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)
You start the month in a bargain-hunting mood, and this is the time for it! Keep the people you care about in mind as you shop ‘til you drop because this is a great time to stock up on this month, but life doesn’t always work out the way you want it to. You know when to admit defeat, right? You’re very kind-hearted as the month moves on, which leaves you vulnerable to a certain kind of charm, but so what? It’s better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all. Or something like that.
Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)
Exploring your family tree is the perfect activity as October begins. Your curiosity drags you along, and there will be some surprises along the way, so brace yourself! Take care of your major responsibilities as you move through the month, then use your down time for something fun. Your life feels like a spectator sport mid-month, so why not charge admission? If people truly want to be part of what you have going on, they’ll pay the price. You look at everything with a sense of wonder as you approach Halloween, which makes it so fun to hang out with kids (or at least people who are kids at heart).
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)
Sure, as the month begins you’d admit to being slightly obsessed with an A-list celeb, but it’s not like you think you’re going to be together, right? You DO realize it’s just an infatuation. sure you’re ready to let go of the old things? You have trouble with change, especially if it appears to be permanent. You get the warm fuzzies when someone recognizes all of your hard work on the later in October, and although you don’t do what you do in order to be thanked,
Aries (March 21-April 20) drop just about any other kind of obligation to tend to family matters. You’ve got that competitive edge you need to really succeed over your competitors as the month moves on, so if you’ve been waiting for ‘the right time,’ this is it. Keep an ear out for gossip if your status changes later in the month, because people love to speculate even if they don’t know the whole sayers better watch their backs.
Taurus (April 21-May 21)
Don’t let yourself fade into the wallpaper as the month begins; come out of your shell and let your voice be heard! You connect with all kinds of unique and fascinating people in the early weeks of October, and romance can be part of the equation if you aren’t otherwise attached. Long-distance able to change other people so it’s a good idea to just stay away from their drama. You’re in an artistic, imaginative mood as the end of the month approaches, and some of your best ideas come from deep within your consciousness. Pay close attention to strange dreams and hunches on these days.
Gemini (May 22-June 21)
You’re capable of extremely deep focus as October begins; don’t let little distractions get to you. The more you stay on target, the more goals you’re able to reach. There are a lot of busybodies who want to get up in your business as the month moves on, but remember that you control who has access to your private information. If you have a bad feeling about something or someone, listen to your gut. The unfamiliar is appealing later in the month, but when you
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next level. If you know people in high places who can push it through, call in whatever favors you can. You feel some resistance when you present one of your ideas to a group later in the month, but you know what? You can’t win them all. You have great intentions as you near the end of October but your follow-through just isn’t there. Take a nap or at least sit out for a while until you regain your focus.
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he United Nations Associated of Santa Cruz County presents its annual observance and celebration of United Nations Day in Downtown Santa Cruz. The event includes the Cooper
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Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)
Why are you so insistent that your way is the right way as October begins? You’re much better intuition takes you down some pretty interesting paths. Why turn right when everything in your body is telling you to turn left? Romance takes center stage as the month continues, and can stop you now! You’re feeling gluttonous as you think about Halloween candy, but is your hunger coming from a deeper place than your stomach? Venting to a friend helps.
Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)
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Practicing ‘out with the old and in with the new’ isn’t easy as the month begins, but you’re
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do just about anything to get to the bottom of a mystery mid-month, but stop short of crossing the line. And don’t play dumb; you know where that line is! A hint of excitement has you wondering about where a new relationship will lead as October continues, but if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Anything worth having is worth working for.
Third Sunday of Every Month and Taiko drummers.
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Kettle Kick Off and Fundraiser 170 High Street, Santa Cruz. e are Celebrating the annual kickoff of the Salvation Army’s Traditional Red Kettles and we would like you to join us! Please call ahead for corporate sponsorship or to reserve your table.
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Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)
thing other than gorgeousness, you should get your eyes checked! You’re super steady mid-month, and not just on a physical level. Yes, you can carry a tray of glasses full of water and not spill an ounce, but your friends can also count on your level-headedness in times of crisis. That’s a hard-earned reputation to have, and one that you should be extremely proud of. If you get asked to be part of a think tank or similar deep discussion group as Halloween approaches, accept immediately. You may not be the smartest person in the room, but you have a lot to add based on your personal experiences alone.
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ur San Lorenzo Valley parks are not only as diverse as they are beautiful, they are also unique among County parks. Here’s why… Every single one of our San Lorenzo Valley parks was built with the help of community volunteers and with very little cost to the county budget. Now, a renaissance to improve and repair our treasured parks is underway. To save costs during the 2008 to Parks employees and Parks became a division of the Department of Public Works. The Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services Department has now been restored as a stand-alone
who previously worked as the State Parks District Superintendent of the Hollister Hills and Hungry Valley areas, has a lot of energy and good ideas for our parks. Here are some highlights of plans for San Lorenzo Valley parks:
access to San Lorenzo River is again the goal. There are a number of existing trails from the park to the river that will be cleaned up for kids and their dogs to explore. Roofs are being repaired and replaced on several buildings in the park and long needed improvements are being made to the main house and the grounds surrounding it.
structure that had been stored along the banks of the San Lorenzo River in the park has been removed. The days of being able to dam the river to make a swimming hole have made it clear that these types of dams won’t return in the foreseeable future. The dam had become a rusted eyesore, stored and unused for more than a decade in the park. Plans are also being made to remove the cyclone fencing along the river and replace it with something less forbidding. Many of us remember the days of swinging into the river at the park, the Saturday night square dances and picnics on the river banks. The river provided the recreational and social life of Ben Lomond. While we can’t go back to rope swings and dams, our goal is to restore access so that we can once again wade and play in the river.
investigating the possibility of installing tent and camp style cabins that can be rented for overnight guests. Trails are being expanded and and Friends of Quail Hollow. Resources are also being protected with a creek restoration project that has primarily been funded with grants.
the historic Felton Bridge will get a new roof. Shakes are currently being made and
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work should be done this winter. A few new picnic tables have been installed and more are coming. Ideas of how better to use the area around the volleyball court are also being considered.
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to be completely open by October 2. The highway has been closed between Felton and Santa Cruz for about nine months, a closure that and businesses. Graniterock Company, the contractor, said the limited access, exceptionally steep slopes, hard granitic foundation materials, large trees and stumps and a constricted work window to avoid environmental impacts contributed to the delays in completing the road stabilization project. This closure was particularly painful because we also had road summer on Graham Hill Road. While we all appreciate that the work has to be done, when I realized that it was scheduled to be done all at once, I met with all the involved agencies to try to avoid the “perfect storm” of construction events. The result wasn’t perfect – it was still a painful San Lorenzo Valley Water District and others made changes to their schedule to ease the bumps a bit.
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osie is ready to come indoors and would like nothing more than a warm lap to curl up in. She’s quite the cuddler and prefers the company of people. She has lived with children and dogs and does well with both. Rosie was an outdoor dog in her prior life and housetraining will be needed, since she hasn’t had the basics. She’ll want to please whoever gives her love and attention and consistency with positive training methods will be important with this little one. Rosie is a spayed female miniature poodle-terrier mix, approximately 6 years
he Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries will hold its Fall Book Sale on Friday and Saturday, October 23 and 24 at the Santa Cruz Civic Center at 307 Church St. Friday evening is a preview for Friends members from 5 - 8 pm, and the sale opens to the public on Saturday at 10 am and runs until 4 pm. With more than 20,000 books, CDs, DVDs and audiobooks to choose from, it is one of the biggest used books sales on the central coast. It’s also one of the oldest, going back to before the Downtown library was built in 1968. Most books sell for $1 - 3. Every book category is represented: novels, children’s, cooking, gardening, travel, politics, biography, history, self-help… All books are in “gently used” condition. Additionally on Saturday shoppers can have lunch at Ate3One and Penny Ice Creamery, who will be set up just outside the Civic. Each book sale attracts hundreds of book lovers and professional book dealers.
Volunteer Kathy Normadin said, “The book sales are a real ‘happening.’ So many people in our community come out and it is inspiring to see how many people still love to read.” The Friends of the Santa Cruz Public members support the county library system through fundraising, volunteer services and advocacy. Proceeds from the Fall Book Sale will pay for books, materials and programs at the 10 library branches of Aptos, Branciforte, Boulder Creek, Capitola, Downtown, GarScotts Valley, as well as the Bookmobile.
healthy. To adopt your new friend, come to Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter 2200 7th Ave, Santa Cruz scanimalshelter.org. Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters:
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