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The annual Valley Churches Back to School Program is well under way. The backpack program provides backpacks and school supplies to low-income kids in San Lorenzo Valley, Scotts Valley and Bonny Doon. Each $40 cash donation will provide a student with a backpack full of grade appropriate supplies. Full Story page 6
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will cruise along through the Capitola esplanade up to the beautiful Skypark in Scotts Valley. To celebrate the Chamber’s 60th Anniversary we are going retro to 1957 by adding Vintage Airstreams and Tear Drop Trailers along with the 100+ vintage classic cars to peruse with morning mimosas to celebrate 60 years! ... continues on page 4
Beast gets his Beauty; Gaston gets our Accolades Cabrillo Stage does it again, a musical that wins our hearts and our appreciation for all the talent on display. We were thrilled by the choreography, staging, costumes, the voices, the dancing and especially Gaston! Full Story page 5
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Community News Beast gets his Beauty; Gaston gets our Accolades by Noel Smith Back to School with VCUM! Musical’ Auto D’Elegance — Oktoberfest: Santa Cruz Symphony League’s State Agency
9 Increases Public Hearing 15 SLV Water District Replacing Storage Tank In Mañana Woods 16
Addiction Epidemic 17 UC master Gardeners Accepting Training Class Applications Back To School 10 The ABCs of Back-To-School Budgeting 3COTTS 6ALLEY #HAMBER .EWS s Pages 11-14 11
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You asked for more. We listened. Our new 2025 Vision is here, and it's not just more beach cleanups...
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Featured Columnists 17 18 Teaching, Learning & Education by Michael Watkins, County Superintendent of Schools 19 22 23 3##!3 &EATURED 0ET s Page GIGI: Rescued Mom Ready For Adoption
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Award-winning wineries being featured this year are: Kissed By An Angel, Partage Winery, Skov Winery, Armitage Wines, 37th Parallel, Hallcrest Vineyards, Surf City Ciders, Pelican Ranch Winery, Wargin Wines and Heart O’ the Mountain. Microbreweries and Ciders that will be on tap will be: Steel Bonnet Brewery, Discretion Brewing, Santa Cruz Ale Works, New Bohemia Brewing, Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing, Rider Cider, Pour Taproom, Corralitos Brewing Live entertainment will be performing throughout the weekend from: Lyin I’s Eagles Tribute Band, The Joint Chiefs, Aftershock, Ribsys Nickel, Santa Cruz Circus Arts, and more! Sunday is Bring-Your-Dog Day! Phil Gomez of KSBW will be present to participate as the contest emcee for the
amusing and look alike, pet petition. Dog of Mind Dog
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entertaining pet/owner costume, and tricks comadoptions from Peace Rescue and SPCA. Free
the Scotts Valley Education Foundation. Indulge on enticing culinary creations from food vendors, Hindquarter Bar & Grill, Raw Chakra, Big Bite Cheese Steaks, Cafe Carlos, Sophia’s Kitchen, Conscious Creations, Rita’s Italian Ice, La Sofrita’s Puerto Rican Cuisine, Habanero’s
resource information. Scotts Valley Police will provide a K-9 demonstration. The enormous Kids Fun Zone will feature Spider Mountain climbing tower with a giant vertical drop slide, petting zoo, and Arts & Crafts. Parents and children
Roasting. The popular food trucks Aunt Lali’s Mobile Cafe, Kona Hawaiian Saved and Ate3one on Sunday only. Other fun happenings to experience is getting a Henna tattoo for the ladies and for the men, treat your mane of manliness to making your own personal Beard Oil from the Perfumer’s Apprentice.
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Beast gets his Beauty; Gaston gets our Accolades By Noel Smith
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abrillo Stage does it again, a musical that wins our hearts and our appreciation for all the talent on display. We were thrilled by the choreography, staging, costumes, the voices, the dancing and especially Gaston! The plot starts with an enchantress, hearted prince a rose in exchange for shelter. When he refuses, she transforms him into a beast and his servants into household objects. Unless he learns to love another and earns their love in return he and his servants will lose their humanity forever. Carmichael Blankenship as Gaston, the anti-hero with his self absorbed personality, plays the character with over-the-top exuberance and a wonderful voice that steals the show before his demise in the sidekick LeFou who takes some amazing falls, is played by Mike Saenz. Emily Marsilia, as Belle the Beauty, doesn’t fall for the advances of Gaston and sees him for the shallow (but boisterous) person he really is. Because she loves books and fairy tales about charming princes and happy endings and has a father, Maurice played by Richard Dwyer, who invents Mathew Taylor as the Beast must overcome his despair, bad temper and manners to win Belle’s heart. The servants in the Beast’s castle have been transformed by the same magic spell that made the prince a Beast, into objects that represent their former human responsibilities. Lumiere, played by Nick who has a habit of disobeying his master’s strict rules but the Beast often turns to him for advice. Megan Brown plays Babette, a
Mathew Taylor (Beast) and Emily Mairi Marsilia (Belle) maid and Lumiere’s sweetheart who has been turned into a feather duster. Jordan Pierini plays Cogsworth the and Lumiere’s best friend, who is now… a clock. Joyce Michaelson is Mrs. Potts, the castle cook who has turned into a teapot while her son Chip, now a teacup, is played by Caleb Marchessault. A former opera singer and the castle’s authority over fashion is now a Wardrobe is played by Angela Cesena in one of the musicals most amazingly interesting costumes. This is one of the best family productions you’ll have the opportunity to see in this part of California. The costumes and musical arrangements (direct from Disney) and staging are truly memorable. The music conducted by Jon Nordgren, the choreography and direction by Janie Scott and the scenic design by Skip Epperson are all memorable. This is a great musical in which to introduce your children or grandchildren to live theater. You’ll never be too old or too young to enjoy Cabrillo Stage’s production of Beauty and the Beast.
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A special wall in the Dr. Joseph T. Anzalone Family & Newborn Care Courtyard commemorates babies born at Dominican, Community, or Sisters Hospitals. Randy and Janet Krassow have created a generous “challenge gift” to match the first 100 gifts of tiles honoring births at Dominican.
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Emily Mairi Marsilia (Belle) and Carmichael Blankenship (Gaston)
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Community News
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donation of thirty backpacks full of school supplies from the Scotts Valley Host Lions to help our low-income children get a great start Robinson, Valley Churches United Execcontinued support of our Back-to-School
program to help students in our service area of San Lorenzo Valley, Scotts Valley and Bonny Doon. They do so much for our local community and Valley Churches United is so fortunate to enjoy an amazing and longstanding partnership with them. Thank you
Backpacks Needed Our annual backpack program is in need of girls’ backpacks for middle school and high-school students. If you would like to donate a backpack or two, please look for size & color that’s appropriate for high-
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school girls. (We have more than enough backpacks for elementary students, so please focus on this older age bracket.) We also are in need of college-ruled binder paper, glue sticks, dividers, and colored markers. Please consider making a donation to our Back to School program. Donations can be made online at VCUM.org, by phone at 831-336-8258, and by mail at PO Box 367, Ben Lomond, 95005. Backpacks and during regular business hours. Thanks for your help! All donations are greatly appreciated and are tax deductible.
Community News
Music at Skypark 2017 K iwanis of the Valleys invites you to join us in supporting the awardwinning Scotts Valley Schools music program. The free community-wide -
schools returns for its 9th summer season on the last Sundays of August and September (August 27 and September 24). All concerts run from 2:30 to 6:00 pm at Skypark in Scotts Valley. Two bands will perform at each concert, and local busifor sale, with all net proceeds going to the schools. The Scotts Valley School District has
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on the famous Charles Dickens novel, with book, music and lyrics by local and music supervision by Jason Sherbundy. Performances will be at Park Hall in Ben Lomond, 9400 Mill Street, Friday, August 18 at 8 p.m., Saturday August 19 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, August
and cast will be held after each performance. This performance is rated PG for some mature themes. Tickets are $7.00 and will be available August 1st through Brown Paper Tickets Adapted
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received three Best Communities for Music Education designations from the National Association of Music Merchants, and is one of only three winners in the entire country of The NAMM Foundation’s video award program. This recognition entitled the district to a multi-day visit by the John Lennon Educational Tour bus to the Scotts Valley High School campus early this year! Music at Skypark remains an admission free event. While Kiwanis Club members are happy to once again donate the hundreds of volunteer hours it takes to generosity of our sponsors and vendors that is the key to its continued success. Every dollar raised above the cost of our very minimal overhead goes directly to the music program. Again this year: entertainment for kids! Visit www.KiwanisoftheValleys.org for details or contact Mike Stewart at (831) 334-8899 or Jim Melehan at jimbofx@msn. com. Various sponsorship levels are available. Be sure to calendar these 2017 concert dates now!
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Men return by very popular demand to headline this concert. This accomplished band with local roots boasts an extensive repertoire of original rock and blues tunes with simple, honest lyrics backed by the brothers’ blend of folk, blues, R&B and rock. Opening will be Music at Skypark newcomers Los High Tops with Chantilly Lace Vincent, featuring their uniquely American rockabilly and surfabilly sound. The energy will get you on your feet!
His tions of David Copperfield from his happy early years, through the rough years during and after his mother ’s marriage to the terrible Mr. Murdstone, and finally to David’s adult life. David’s life is full of hard work and sacrifice, but also, love and happiness. Join us to meet David and the rest of the engaging cast of characters from this beloved story. wright, book writer, lyricist and songwriter. Some of his theatrical works include:
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as newspaper columnist for the Santa Cruz Sentinel. This will be the sixth year Mountain Community Theater presents New Works Night, featuring a work by a local playwright, Night featuring a musical.
commissioned & produced by Elite Theatre (music by Jimmy Calire), which debuted at Ojai Youth Entertainers Studio (OYES). Scotts Valley Times / August 2017/ 7
Community News
Auto D’Elegance — Oktoberfest Santa Cruz Symphony League’s Beauties mit Bratwurst
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ark your calendar, Saturday, September 9. This is the day the Santa Cruz Symphony League
Auto D’Elegance/Oktoberfest. You and other admirers of classic cars will enjoy the famous Bruce Canepa collection of exotic and vintage cars. Some of these masterpieces are recent additions, and they are all gorgeous works of art. Some are racing
cars and some are ageless veteran Ferraris, Porches, Austin-Healeys, Mercedes Benz, Fords and Chevrolets and many other makes and models. There will be a few electric and hybrid makes also on show. Included in the program our gracious host Bruce Canepa, who used to race Porches, will arrange free tours of his
remarkable collection in his Scotts Valley three-story Motorsports Museum. His incredible spotless must-see workshop is included. League members and other people who support the Santa Cruz Symphony and love cars will also enjoy celebrating a little early this year. You will be entertained by the famous ZickeZack German band dressed in lederhosen playing polkas and drinking songs while you savor grilled Brats and a luscious picnic meal. Beer or wine is — of course! — also included. The whole family is welcome and admission is free for youngsters under 12;
Santa Cruz Symphony. The ticket prices include the museum, the entertainment, the grilled Brats and a luscious picnic meal, and for adults, Beer or Wine. The Auto D’Elegance — Oktoberfest is Saturday, September 9 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. with the BBQ starting at 5:00 p.m. The location is Canepa, 4900 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. For more information or to order tickets, call (831) 475-9482 or e-mail www.slscc.org.
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year 2017-18. Bills issued to property owners that have not been paid, are still owed. Some property owners may still information is received that the fee was owed and not previously billed. In this due dates after July 1, 2017, and if not paid in a timely manner, may have penalties and interest assessed.
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If a property owner has been billed for ously paid the fee, the passage of AB 398 does not change the amount owed. These bills must still be paid either online or by sending payment to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA), formerly the Board of Equalization (BOE). If you pay the fee by check, make it payable to the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration and mail it to: Special Taxes and Fees Remittance Processing California Department of Tax and Fee Administration PO Box 942881 Sacramento, CA 94279-2525 Those who want to petition billings may contact CAL FIRE online or by calling 1-888-310-6447.
Community News
Wade Leishman Fills SVWD Board Vacancy
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he Scotts Valley Water District (SVWD) announced Wade Leishman was appointed July 17 and sworn in on its Board of Directors. As a director, Mr. Leishman will also have an opportunity to serve on board committees and represent the District regionally Wade Leishman and statewide. The appointment is a partial term until November 2018. trict Board, Wade is taking the long view on water resources and the future of our com-
manage, maintain, protect and sustain our vital resources in hopes that my daughters may one day be able to raise their families applying for appointment to the board. Mr. Leishman is currently employed as a senior IT manager for a global technology manufacturing company. He also
owns and operates his own small business. Mr. Leishman has lived in Scotts Valley for more than 10 years with his wife, Dewana and twin daughters, Jennifer and Emily. The Board of Directors vacancy was created when longtime District Director Ken Kannegaard died May 27 following a courageous battle with cancer. Director Kannegaard had served on the board since 2006 and was a highly dedicated public servant. The Board of Directors has oversight over Scotts Valley Water District and appoints the General Manager to handle day-today operations. The Directors have the power to set the budget, set water rates and establish policies that support the vision and mission of the District. The Board meets monthly to provide direction sustainability, statewide mandates and regional conjunctive use projects. SVWD provides water service over six square miles including most of the City of Scotts Valley and a portion of the unincorporated areas north of the city limits. Learn more at www. svwd.org or www.facebook.com/svwater.
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public hearing has been scheduled for Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at the City Council Chambers (One Civic Center Drive) to discuss and consider the rate increases. As you may be aware, the City of Scotts Valley will be considering adjusting wastewater rates over a three-year period 2017. The results of a comprehensive rate study recommend rate adjustments to support operating costs and fund priority upgrades due to aging equipment rates will enable the City to establish a $1
million emergency reserve, ensure a cash $100,000 annually to repair, upgrade, and/ or replace equipment. Currently, commercial rates are based on a uniform volumetric rate for all users and do not take into consideration the impact various Jenny Haruyama industries have on the wastewater system. The proposed rate structure moves to a cost of service model, and proposes three medium and high) with corresponding rates. “Wastewater� page 15 Scotts Valley Times / August 2017/ 9
Back To School
The ABCs of Back-To-School Budgeting
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t’s natural to pack all you can into those few precious summer months, but inevitably they’re gone before you know it. As summer vacations, sleepovers and outdoor grilling come to a close, it’s time to start thinking about going back to school. vacation bills when you realize you need to budget and pay for your child’s school supplies, clothing and other related school expenses. In a recent survey conducted by Coinstar, about half of U.S. parents with school expenses are increasing. Of those surveyed, 57 percent will create a backto-school budget. To ease rising school help you get more for your back-to-school dollar: 1. Create a budget. One of the best ways to spend wisely is to create a budget. If you don’t already have one, open a new spreadsheet on your computer or get out a pen and paper. Consider all the potential back-to-school expenses and not just the obvious ones, such as school supplies and clothing. For example, you’ll want to factor in extracurricular or after-school activities, tutoring, special school trips and even lunch costs. 2. . Consider joining parent groups, either through your school or community. network to share ideas and information. They also serve as a fantastic resource for meeting parents who have items such as sports equipment their
kids have outgrown or even musical instruments their children no longer play. This can lead to some serious money-saving deals. 3. Tap your coin jar. With rising school costs, the old saying that every penny counts really is true. You can literally put this into practice by collecting all the loose change around your house or tucked away in your coin jar and bringing it to a Coinstar kiosk. At the
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when getting them ready for school, especially for back-to-school clothes. Choosing quality basics such as a jacket, skirt, sweater or jeans that can be combined with other clothing in your child’s closet will reduce the need for quantity purchases. In addition, consignment stores and online retailers are very popular and
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Scotts Valley Art Wine & Beer Festival August 19 & 20
Calendar of Upcoming Events Saturday Aug. 19 Sunday Aug. 20 Wine & Beer Festival
Sunday “Bring Your dog day” n Sunday there will be activities and contests for all canines! The SPCA & POMDR (Peace of Mind Dog Rescue) will be on hand featuring dogs that are available for adoption.
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none other than Phil Gomez from City Councilwoman, Donna Lind Aguilar (SV City Council) KSBW! Scotts Valley Mayor Randy will be judging the Pet Tricks Following Contest Costume Parade 2:30-3:30 Pet Tricks Johnson will be judging the pet/ Contest. “Show us your pet’s best tricks!” owner look-alike contest. City Councilwoman 10:00-11:00 All Day Vendors, Council) Stephany Aguilar will be judging 4:00-4:30 the Dog Costume Contest and
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Scotts Valley Chamber News
New Member Spotlight: B-Sharp School of Music
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hen B-Sharp Music School was started in Lodi, CA, they had no idea what a success they would become. What started as a small dream in the mind of its founder, Heidi Garcia, grew to be a business dedicated to making their community better through music education. Now, with over a dozen teachers on to violin, percussion to piccolo, B-Sharp is expanding to its new location in Scotts Valley! And it’s happening in collaboration with homegrown talent, as they will be hiring local instructors. Instructor Sydney Gorham grew up in Santa Cruz, studied voice at Cabrillo College where she obtained her AA in Music in 2013, and has numerous opera and professional credits to her name. Sydney is a two-time recipient of the Stockton Opera Guild Scholarship, and was twice chosen to represent the Uni-
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She’s been involved with music and theatre since her childhood and has lived
the use of hot towels, complimentary essential oils, and an application of Deep Blue Rub to the focus area with no extra charge. Peppermint Foot Scrubs made in Santa Cruz by Beaches and Bubbles, Hot Stones, and Dry Brush Exfoliation are also available. Empowering Hands is excited to be serving the community of Scotts Valley. To book an appointment please visit EmpoweringHandsMassage.com or call 831-888-7614. Mention this article at the time of your treatment and receive a complimentary Hot Stone Enhancement.
of Music can help you or your young student into the musician we know you can be.
Scotts Valley Chamber News The Scotts Valley Chamber Celebrates Its 60th Anniversary at Taste of Scotts Valley
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Scotts Valley Chamber News
New Member Spotlight: Riley McWilliams Dwellings Real Estate
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people in ways that were easy to understand into his work in real estate. He makes the process of buying a home fun and exciting, walking his clients through every step of the process. Riley takes his professional Riley McWilliams responsibilities seriously. He takes pride in his work and does
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Steven and Corinne with their children (from left) Callen, Kaiya and Charlie
classroom or in the real estate market. Riley knows the community of Scotts Valley very well, and he wants to help munity where he and his family feel truly blessed to live. Riley has always loved helping people. He started teaching in San Diego, his hometown. In 2004 he moved to Santa Cruz County where he took a job teaching math at Scotts Valley High School. He taught at the high school for twelve years and loved every minute of it. He not
relevés and dreamed of one day teaching other little girls to dance, but decided she had some other any good fairytale adventure. Corinne studied hard and earned her degree in English from Saint Mary’s College and soon after became a firefighter and medic. From there, she went on to become the director of public relations for Popchips, Bloomingdale’s San Francisco and Shutterfly, Inc. Through all of her career endeavors one thing remained a con-
in a subject that they once found terribly helping people lead Riley into the real estate market. Riley McWilliams is a lucky man. He only enjoyed teaching great kids, but he also enjoyed the community and formed life-long friendships. Teaching at the high school helped him discover his true passion for helping people. He especially loved the times in the classroom when his students experienced
stant, her love and passion for dancing. Now living in the beachside community of Santa Cruz County with her husband Steven and their very own princess Kaiya (10) & princes Charlie (4) and Callen (2), Corinne is embracing her childhood dream by opening Tutu School Scotts Valley. Combining her professional experience and lifelong obsession for the performing arts is the beginning to an exciting new life-adventure.
years later, they have two crazy, wonderful boys and an even crazier dog. His whole hiking and everything in between. To contact Riley call (831) 431-3707 on Instagram, Facebook and visit his website at www.rileyshouses.com
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Community News
SLV Water District Replacing Storage Tank In Mañana Woods BoULdeR CReeK — The San Lorenzo Valley Water District (SLVWD) announced the District would replace a 65,000-gallon, bolted-steel water storage tank in the Mañana Woods area of the District. The decision to made following the District’s routine inspection that revealed the tank has experienced extensive corrosion. The tank also from the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake. The combined condition of the corrosion and earthquake damage to the tank warrants immediate replacement. The tank has already been emptied and has been shifted to the larger, 100,000gallon Pasatiempo Tank located near Mañana Woods. The new bolted-steel tank will also hold 65,000 gallons of water. In response to community input, the tank will be painted
light brown. The process to install the new tank includes removal of the current tank for recycling, geotechnical and structural review of the site, then installation of the new tank. The project is estimated to cost about $100,000 funded through the District’s general fund. Replacement is expected to be completed by the end of November 2017. named for its color, was originally installed in the 1980s by the Mañana Woods Mutual Water Company, which was acquired by the San Lorenzo Valley Water district in 2005. The San Lorenzo Valley Water District serves more than 7,800 metered connections in the communities of Boulder Creek, Brookdale, Ben Lomond, Zayante, Scotts Valley, Mañana Woods, Felton and Lompico. For more information, visit www.slvwd.com or www. facebook.com/slvwaterdistrict.
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“Wastewater” from page 9 For instance, a low strength category would include retail and schools; hospital; and high strength would include restaurants and bakeries. An example attached for your information. We recognize that this change is
with the business community to discuss the proposed increase in wastewater rates in more detail. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at jharuyama@scottsvalley.org or (831) 440-5606 or Scott Hamby, Public Works Director at shamby@scottsvalley.org or (831) 438-5854.
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Community Briefs “Beef and Broncos” at the Agricultural
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ring your family, friends and your neighbors to our August 2nd Saturday event at the Santa Cruz Fairgrounds, August 12, from 11am-3pm. The Agricultural History Project’s Second Saturday events are taking a step back in time. Grab your cowboy hat and put on your boots, because this month we’re all about Beef and Broncos! Learn to make ropes just like they did in the old west and then test your roping skills on a (practice) steer head. Other activities include cow milking, tractor driving, crafts, and you can even it’s fun for all! Adults and kids alike will
the day. Bring your lunch and enjoy a picnic on the lawn or under the trees at a picnic table. This is a fun event for the entire family! Admission is FREE and donations are gladly accepted.
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ccording to the State Department Of Justice, hate crime acts involve the intent to cause physical injury, emotional suffering, or property damage where there is a reasonable cause to believe that the crime was motivated by the victim’s race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disability. Hate Crime Reports by County The state’s latest hate crimes data show that California’s urban areas generated the most hate-crime reports, with Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco among the leaders. Hate crime reports and prosecutions are rare in many rural counties.
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urvivors Healing Center is a safe and confidential place for survivors of child sexual abuse. We are currently forming new eight-week intensive therapy groups for survivors. Our goals are to empower those victimized by sexual abuse and to prevent sexual abuse of children and youth in our community. We provide a safe and supportive healing environment using a clientcentered process, supporting everyone to practice self-compassion, speak your truth and show your emotions. We have groups in English and in Spanish for women, men, teens, mothers of survivors, partners of survivors offered in Santa Cruz, Soquel and Watsonville. Goals of the therapy groups are to break isolation, develop healthy coping skills, reduce s h a m e , increase selfesteem, and build healthy boundaries. H e a l i n g is facilitated using writing, meditation,
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expressive arts, guided imagery and individual turns in a group setting.
in their homes
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n recognition of International Senior Citizens’ Day on August 21, the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter, 2200 7th priced adoptions on all adoptable animals six years and older during the month of August.
nience while driving special needs clients Helping our Seniors is gratifying and fun! About the Transportation Program: such as doctor appointments, dentist, physical therapy, grocery shopping and banking. Rides are provided throughout Santa Cruz County including Watsonville, San Lorenzo Valley, Scotts Valley and Santa Cruz.
Often senior animals at the Animal Shelter are overlooked by potential adopters who focus on puppies and kittens. Older pets often make fabulous additions to families as they are beyond the challenging stages that puppies and kittens go through. Also as adults, their personalities can be better assessed. Many of these animals are housetrained and some even have other training too! These Golden Oldies have an adoption package which includes: spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccinations, microchip ID, veterinary exam, carrier for cats and rabbits, and a collar, leash, and license for dogs. Gift bags from local pet supply stories will be given to the senior pets as well! Please consider adoption a senior pet from the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter in August 2017 in celebration of International (for all species) Senior Day! Be A Hero Volunteer as a Transportation Driver “It’s So Much More than a Ride” ur Volunteer Drivers allow Seniors and Disabled Persons to:
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Heroin Addiction epidemic rug overdose is now the leading cause of accidental death in the United States surpassing both car accidents and gun violence in number of deaths. Using opiates or heroin are the main contributors to this problem. Drug dealers across the United States are often mixing new and powerful synthetic drugs into street opiates such as heroin. The drug Fentanyl, U-47700, and Furanyl can be 50 to 100 times more powerful than heroin, making the risk of a fatal overdose much higher. Those who abuse drugs are at great risk because there is no control over the drugs they are taking. Trying to help someone with an addiction can be frustrating. Although you just want to help, many times you are treated as if you were the enemy. These drugs have made it potentially life threatening to be an abuser of any types of drugs. If one of your loved ones is struggling with addiction, get them into treatment. Don’t wait until it is too late. For free information, learn the steps of how to get someone into treatment for heroin
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Financial Moves for ‘Empty Nesters’ W hen your children leave home
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a range of variables. But here are a few issues to consider:
through school, your mortgage is nearly spouse has accumulated a reasonable amount of money in an employer-sponsored retirement plan, you may not need life insurance to replace might start thinking about other goals, such as ensuring your savings will last your lifetime or leaving a legacy to your loved ones or a charity. Life insurance may be able to help in these areas.
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UC master Gardeners Accepting Training Class Applications he University of California Master Gardeners of Monterey and Santa
mortgage, a move to a smaller place could free up some of your which, again, you could use to boost your retirement accounts. Furthermore, if your home has greatly appreciated in value, you might make a you may be able to exclude $250,000 of the gain on the sale of your home; married couples may have a $500,000 exemption. Some restrictions exist on this exemption, though, so you’ll need to consult with your tax advisor before selling.)
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might have made various arrangements in a will or a living trust that dealt with taking care of your children if something should happen to you and your spouse. For example, you might have established a trust and directed it to make payments to your children at certain times and for certain purposes, such as education. But once your children are grown and have left your home, you may need to review and update your estate plans.
Cruz Counties are now accepting applications for their 2018 Training Program for new Master Gardeners. UC Master Gardener volunteers serve as a link between UC researchers and home gardeners, providing practical, science-based information on sustainable gardening practices.
Probably not. However, if your children are going to drive your car, you may want to be sure that they are listed on your car insurance. Also, if they are going to bring guests to your home, you might want to
wide-ranging protection from potentially devastating lawsuits that could arise from injuries on your property or through an auto accident in which you are involved.) You may have mixed feelings about becoming an empty nester, but, like most people, you will adjust. And by making the good start on this new phase of your life. Courtesy Edward Jones Investments-
cantly greater liability protection than your regular homeowners policy. (In fact, it may be a good idea to purchase an umbrella policy even if you don’t have grown
UC Master Gardener Trainees are given a comprehensive 15-week training program on sustainable gardening in exchange for a commitment to provide a minimum of 25 hours of volunteer work each year supporting the program’s educational mission and 12 hours of continuing education.
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Community Briefs program will be held on Saturdays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm at the UC Cooperative Extension class materials fee of $200 is required. Gardeners interested in being considered must attend an information session and submit an online application by September 30, 2017. Visit their website at mgmb.org for further information and the online application form. The 6,300 active UC Master Gardeners in more than 50 California counties educate home gardeners through classes, workshops, diagnostic hotlines, blogs, demo gardens and more. Scotts Valley Times / August 2017/ 17
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Teaching, Learning & Education By Michael Watkins, County Superintendent of Schools
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eaching and learning are experiences that shape, or have shaped, all of our lives in one way or another. Nurturing an insecure, or troubled, student to blossom into a resilient and successful learner, or seeing pride in the eyes of a child discovering that he or she can read for the classrooms. Teachers have the power to both transform us and help mold us into who we will become. Santa Cruz County schools have a long and rich history of quality and excellence. Yet unless swift and decisive action is taken at both the local and state levels, that tradition could vanish overnight.
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he economic recession of 2007- 2012 hit California’s K-12 school districts particularly hard. State funding for schools fell by 20%, a catastrophic drop in revenue that has yet to be recovered, and is not expected to be fully restored until after the year 2020. California, once tops in the nation in per pupil spending is now 41st. Furthermore, California spends $2,000 less per student than the national average and we have the highest student to teacher ratio in the nation at 25:1. In contrast, the cost of warehousing a prisoner is set to top $75,000 by next year. The painstakingly slow trend towards equity in fully funding our schools in such a prosperous state is shameful. Our students deserve better.
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has the ability to derail public education in Santa Cruz County and elsewhere. According to the Learning Policy Institute at Stanford, three out of every four districts in result they have had to hire untrained teachers and subof expertise, cancel classes and increase class size. Many of the districts in our county are in the same predicament with over 100 non-fully credentialed teachers or interns assigned to classes. With enrollment in teacher preparation programs near historic lows, change is needed now. The California
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Legislature made a feeble attempt to address this issue but came up short. According to the Association of Califailed to grasp the critical nature and impact of our the right direction, AB586 (Holden), AB1217 (Bocanegra), AB 807 (Stern), and SB 436 (Allen) were either held in suspense or failed the deadline due to inaction. Added to this, nearly 2 million teachers in the United States will be eligible for retirement within the next few years. Can our democracy survive with an uneducated or undereducated populace? A beginning teacher’s salary in Santa Cruz County can range from $45,000 to $60,000, depending on college rental market much less the purchase of a home. When I speak to prospective teachers, I feel obligated to temper their enthusiasm with a lesson in Finance 101. College debt has now surpassed credit card debt, and the cost of going to graduate school to receive a teaching credential can easily run in the $40,000 to $50,000 range. This does not include undergraduate debt already incurred. Unfortunately, the math does not pencil out unless you are fortunate enough to have wealthy parents or receive a scholarship. If teacher pay had risen in proportion to per-pupil spending since 1970, the average teacher would make more than $120,000 today. The Teacher Salary Project founded by my colleague and friend Ninive Calegari is determined to shine a light on this inequity and raise awareness about the impact of inadequate compensation in the teaching profession. Across the nation, 46% of years. 39 states mention raising teacher compensation as a need in order to recruit and retain the best and brightest college graduates. I didn’t see California on that list. Proactive Possibilities
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a local option for prospective teachers. In addition we are also looking to work with city and county leaders as well as private investors to address the teacher housing crisis. Each and every day teachers and students in Santa Cruz County experience the joy and transformative impact
the 10 local school districts to embark on an initiative to to jeopardize those meaningful experiences. Our students deserve no less. A strong commitment to investing in public education can no longer be delayed.
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A Dog Owner’s Guide to Canine Flu By Tiffany L. Mitchener, DVM
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it was another H3N8 outbreak. Further testing showed that this outbreak was due
Korea in 2007. The source of the Chicago ertheless, it infected over 1000 dogs in the had spread to 23 states. in early June 2017, is caused by H3N2. The source of the outbreak appears to be two dog shows, in Florida and Georgia. deaths. As of this writing, it has continued
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n an outbreak, canine influenza can reach nearly 100% infection rates among those animals exposed to the virus. Symptoms usually develop 2-3 days after initial infection. Eighty percent of infected dogs show mild symptoms, and most dogs recover fully in 2-3 weeks. Infected animals continue to shed virus for up to 24 days with the H3N2 virus, making quarantine an important tool used by veterinarians to control an outbreak.
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Community Calendar Announcements
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someone else’s addiction. Please Church, 10707 Soquel Drive, Aptos ed by Dr. Pat Hanson author join us at our Sunday evening of Invisible Grandparents: meeting at Sutter Hospital (Sutter Leave a Legacy of Love Whether Room) 6:30 p.m. You Can Be There or Not this will contact saveyoursanity@aol.com. be a safe structured environment for sharing stories if you so Visit our Northern California website for meeting listings in our choose, and learning healthy - ways to deal with separation from anyone. Co-sponsored california.org/norcal/meetings by Alienated Grandparents Anonymous www.AGA-FL. org a national organization that provide information and support to grandparents who feel alienated or estranged to their Weekdays grandchildren.
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Caregiver Support Group mercial Crossing, Santa Cruz atz Cancer Center, PAMF and Hospice of Santa Cruz County invite you to attend a Caregiver Support Group for those caring for someone with a serious illness. When a loved one is seriously ill, it can be a challenge for the entire family. In this ongoing support group, we will share stories, learn tools for coping and receive support from people who care. Contact Hospice of Santa
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has been abused or neglected. If you would like to participate in the next Advocate training contact cita@casaofsantacruz.
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Dated Events
First & Third Fridays
Friday Shakespeare Club of Santa Cruz
Church, 909 High Street his is the oldest women’s club in Santa Cruz. The club meets to study the life, works and times of William Shakespeare. Members share group readings and insights, discuss history, and universal themes found in his plays and writings. Second and Fourth Thursdays For more information please call
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the relationship between Santa Cruz County veterans and the our community? Join the broader community, the Veterans Bargetto Winery’s Cabrillo Lions Club twice every Memorial Building Board of com/AptosNoonToastmasters or Thursday Night Music Series month and see what you can do to irst Baptist Church of Aptos Trustees has decided to host an Only in August welcomes you to join their bible event on August 4, 2017 that help in Santa Cruz County. study and worship every Sunday. will showcase FREE music, art, Second Wednesdays N Main St, Soquel and food. Coinciding with the Santa Cruz Sons in Retirement dmission is Free, Light food is gmail.com First Friday Art Walk, the VMB available for purchase. will host many veteran and Monthly Meeting Overeaters Anonymous Fridays non-veteran artists who will have Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. Call (831) 475-2258 for more Drop-in Grief Support his statewide group of retired details. Maternity & Surgery Center, 2900 the opportunity to present their 12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz Chanticleer Ave., Santa Cruz art and music. men invites you to be our County, 940 Disc Dr., Scotts www.facebook.com/First-Fridayguest at our monthly luncheon. Co-working Unbound vereaters Anonymous is a Valley You’ll meet kindred spirits, have 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Live Oak Free, Friendly 12-Step group
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pet peeves is other people’s tardiness. If a date or potential employee doesn’t show up on time mid-month, you might not wait around. Their loss. Others might urge you to shirk your responsibilities late in the month, but you aren’t that kind of person. You’ll be the last one at the party — cleaning up the mess — because that’s just how you roll.
Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)
Church Street Fair
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on an outdoor stage with local regional vendors of artisans goods, food trucks wine tasting & more! www.cabrillomusic.org/churchstreet-fair
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ead on down to the Watsonville Plaza for the 23rd Annual Festival! Enjoy two days of pie eating contests, great music, carnival ride and plenty of strawberry treats! www.californiabeerfestival.com
Friday August 11 thru Sunday August 13 California Beer Festival
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tart the weekend on Friday with local food and peer pairing, then enjoy the Craft Beer Haven tasting on Saturday and wrap up the weekend on Sunday at Aptos Village Park!
Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. and unique items. Come and check lasses every Thursday night. For it out! Browse through a wide more information call Sue Harris assortment of treasures including Second Monday each month Saturday August 12 books and photographs, vintage Stitchers By The Sea Meetings email at caller4u@att.net jewelry, clothing, glass and ceramic Celebration Choir’s 21st 7 p.m., Volunteer Center of collectibles, vintage Hawaiian kitsch, Annual Spirituals Night Santa Cruz, 1740 17th Ave., turquoise, original artwork, and a Last Thursdays each month whole lot of whatnot! Conference Center, 37 Conference Monthly Argentine Tango at Star titchers-by-the-Sea, the local Dr, Felton chapter of the Embroiderers’ Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante onducted by Connie Fortunato, Guild of America, holds regular this year’s program includes a Argentene Restarante, 21245 East meetings open to the public each Third Sunday of Every Month variety of Spirituals on the theme month. No admission fees. Finding Peace for our Fractured Science Sunday World. Come celebrate with Tuesdays best loved spirituals and Gospel from the Star Bene Argentine Menu, songs. Priority seating for those BINGO eymour Marine Discovery (or their well known italian menu), purchasing pre-concert dinner. Center presents a public lecture and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina 150 Jewell St. and join us in a social tango dance to from a marine scientist the third for details. osted by Soquel Sports music from the Golden Age of Tango. Sunday of every month. Topics Foundation. Buy-In $15. are presented in an entertaining Full snack bar available. First arrangement. For more information, and easy-to-understand format, Saturday August 19 Tuesday of each month is special call Michael (831) 239-2247. with up-to-date photos, video, and $25 buy in (up to five packs). Sunday August 20 discussion. Join us! Science Sunday does not meet Scotts Valley Art, Wine Fridays thru August www.soquelsports.com in December. For more info visit & Beer Festival Bands on the Beach, FREE seymourcenter.ucsc.edu njoy local artists, wineries, Thru Sept. 1 Wednesdays microbreweries, food vendors, music, kid’s fun & more! Movies on the Beach, FREE very Friday night from mid-June Last Sunday of the Month www.svartfest.com through August, the Santa Cruz Music at Skypark 9 p.m. Beach Boardwalk hosts free outdoor Skypark, Scotts Valley here’s nothing like watching concerts, featuring hit bands oin us July, August and September Friday Sept. 1 your favorite movies right on from the ’60s through current day for for our Summer Concert Series. Thru Monday Sept. 4 the beach with the world-famous recording artists. Visit myscottsvalley.com/event/ Giant Dipper roller coaster lights Capitola Begonia Festival music-skypark-2 for more twinkling overhead and the smell Concerts for more information. Capitola Village information. of Kettlecorn, corn dogs, and salt he Capitola Begonia Festival
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he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Institute of Contemporary Capitola Twilight Concert Series ArtsCruz event, managed in conjunction August at Esplanade with the participating art venues. The event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most concert schedule. talented local artists from local galleries.
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year! Events include concerts, sand tical Parade at 1pm on Sunday!
Saturday July 29 thru Sunday August 12 Saturday September 2 Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music
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Santa Cruz Civic Center. from the end of July through the second weekend in August. Visit www.cabrillomusic.org for dates, tickets and more info.
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Events include: Young Eagles breakfast, the kid zone and more! Admission is free.
Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)
Steadiness and stability are your best features as the month begins, and your closest friends secretly wish they could be more like you. It’s okay to let compliments go to your head, because right now, in life, you’re killing it! You won’t stop short of your goal mid-month, and you can obtain most of the information you need through reading. Go the old-fashioned route and actually visit the library, or use technology to your advantage and look up what you need to know online. Either way, you won’t
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)
Can you feel all eyes turn toward you when you walk into the room early in the month? Your powerful, magnetic personality can’t be ignored, so you shouldn’t try to deny it. Own it, Scorpio. You take a straightforward approach mid-August, and if that causes you to fall behind in a competition, well then, so be it. You strive to remain honest above all else. You’re ready to lend a hand to anyone who asks for one late in the month, which could lead to you being taken advantage of. But you’d rather be able to sleep at night knowing you tried to do the right thing
Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)
What’s the worst thing you can imagine as August begins? Whatever it is, reality is about a hundred times less dire! Don’t let your imagination get the better of you. Mid-month could be once you focus on them. Leave no stone unturned when looking for fun and adventure. You love to be around others late in the month, and there’s really no reason to feel lonely for a single second. You’re able to make friends pretty much everywhere you go.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)
What’s your wildest dream? You’re usually rooted squarely in reality, but some of your out-there fantasies could actually come true as the month begins. Have low expectations but reach for the stars. Your personal life clashes with school or career mid-month, but your choices are usually pretty cut and dried. You prioritize responsibilities over fun. You don’t have to be in the middle of a problem to know how to handle it late in August, but you can’t work to the best of your ability without knowing any details either. Strive for reaching the middle ground, especially when communicating important information.
Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)
Feeling socially useful is important to you as the month begins, which makes volunteering a high priority. If you haven’t chosen a worthy cause, what are you waiting for? You get reminders that you are part of something bigger mid-August, and things like communal dining and taking public transportation help keep you grounded and connected to other humans. Look for helpful signs from the Universe that you’re focused on the right things and moving in a good direction. You have all the latest news on what’s going on with friends of friends and mild acquaintances late in the month, but hearsay can sometimes lead to misunderstandings. Take a minute to try to connect with them directly if you have any questions about their words or behavior.
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)
yourself isn’t helping anything as August begins. Lay low and take notes in the background until you have enough evidence to back up your suspicions. You’re tempted to get lost in your daydreams mid-month, but procrastinating isn’t the answer. Take your head out of the clouds and spend some time on earth just long enough to get your chores done. You have your own way of doing things and
Aries (March 21-April 20) the month begins, but protesting will only get you so far. Being a team player doesn’t come naturally, but it might be the right thing to do. You’re passionate about personal causes mid-month, and you’re ready, willing, and able to pick up the load for someone who isn’t as strong as you. The title of thrill-seeking adventurer describes you well late in August, but you may act spontaneously and irrationally just because you feel like it. This behavior can worry casual acquaintances and bystanders, but those who know you best understand that deep down you have a purpose.
Taurus (April 21-May 21)
Consider the economics of your ideas before acting on them as the month begins. If it doesn’t to be nurtured and spoiled by the right person. You can be a strong Bull when need be, but sometimes you just want to land in a soft, comforting place. You have a lot of high priorities on your schedule as the month comes to a close, but that won’t stop you from taking time out. Everyone needs a break now and then. Don’t waste your downtime.
Gemini (May 22-June 21)
invention slips past you unnoticed. Your agility sets you apart from all others mid-month, and get what you want, but you’re capable of doing it if necessary. You love to play the manipulator see the whole picture, and it’s pretty.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
You know who your best friends are as the month begins, because they’re the only ones who can pull you out of your (real or imagined) deep funk. You really do get by with a little help from your friends, just like the song says. You’re in a rush to get things done mid-month, but don’t let the so is doing it right. You’d love to get a pass on a major responsibility at the end of August, but life
Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)
Are you being overly dramatic as the month begins, or is your life just not that fun right now? Tell your worries to a pal, not because you think they can help but because getting it out into the open is cathartic. You have lots of innovative ideas mid-August, and the people around you can’t wait to see what you’ll do next. There’s pressure to be successful, but it’s nothing you can’t handle. You can’t matter as much as the friendship, but in true Leo form, you’re happiest when you’re in the spotlight.
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a new restaurant brew pub in Scotts Valley. The old Suburban Propane property on Mount Hermon Road has been purchased by developer Corbett Wright, who plans to build
Planning Department, and while the retail economy is being battered, the real estate market is active. In San Lorenzo Valley, several new restaurants are in the works. Don Quixote’s in Felton has been sold and will become Flynn’s Cabaret and Steak House, named after the late Flynn Post, former owner of Cali Style in Scotts Valley. Brad Barkan, the new restaurant owner, intends to keep and expand the top-notch entertainment provided by Don Quixote’s for the past 13 years. He also hopes to build a badly needed public parking lot behind the restaurant on Gushee Street. Barkan also operates California Dreaming Real Estate in Felton and a medicinal marijuana dispensary in Ben Lomond. Just down the street, restaurateur
Stuart of Timberworks. And Boulder Creek is getting a
open the Empire Grill in the former site of the Cowboy Cafe, 6149 Hwy. 9. Barnes submitted for a state Alcoholic Beverage Control license in early April, and an upgraded septic system has been installed. Empire Grill previously operated in Felton next to New Leaf Community Market. Barnes’ background in the restaurant business includes opening the Bocci’s Cellar in Santa Cruz as well as restaurants in Omaha, Honolulu and San Jose. The iconic Trout Farm Inn and popular swimming pool on E. Zayante Rd. are coming back, as well. The landmark restaurant burned to the ground a little over a year ago. The owners, Caye Properties, have submitted building plans and hope to have approvals to rebuild by this fall. This is very exciting news to the generations of families who have spent many summer days at the restaurant and pool. Planning is also underway for
of Supervisors has approved a lease of the vacated building at 13210 Central Avenue from the Boulder Creek Fire District. A ribbon cutting is scheduled Wednesday, Aug. 9. Please come to the opening and meet the newly appointed community-policing deputy, Deputy Adam Roberts, and see your subdeputies. Jim Hart, Boulder Creek Fire Chief Kevin McClish and the Fire Protection District and Justin Acton and the Boulder Creek Business Association for their support and assistance moving this project forward. The Bear Creek Recreation and Community Center’s swimming pool opened with a splash on July 7. Family memberships for weekday pool use have been selling briskly, and the pool has been full on weekends. Formerly the Bear Creek Country Club, the seven-acre property was purchased last December by the Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District, with assistance from the County and overwhelming support of the community. The facility includes tennis
Board priorities, such as improved mental health and substance abuse services, expanded economic opportunity and green energy initiatives. Additionally, the Board approved $5.2 million for the Whole Person Care pilot program, which coordinates physical health, behavioral health and social services for vulnerable Medi-Cal recipients who are high users of multiple health care system, but who continually have poor outcomes. I’m pleased to announce the selection of Carlos Palacios as our
hiking trails, picnic areas and, of course, the popular pool, where a lot of pool parties have been held this summer. The clubhouse has not yet opened for daily use, but is being rented for events, and is expected to be open more in coming months. The County’s budget adopted
Carlos was an Assistant CAO and is the former Watsonville City Manager. Carlos was a clear choice of the Board tinue to work with the Board and community to improve the quality of life for all County residents. He replaces Susan Mauriello, California’s longest-serving county executive and a champion of innovation and collaboration in county government. It has been an honor working with Susan, both when I was a State representative and now as a Board member. Over time, she has demonstrated the highest levels of knowledge,
economy. The $717 million 2017-18 budget improves public services and
integrity in serving the people of Santa Cruz County, and her accom-
furthers our recovery from winter the Parks Department, Probation
for counties, and she will be greatly missed.
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little family (Momma Gigi (A237308) and her pups) was brought to us at the Shelter back at the end of May. The pups were only a day old, with
someone else, a couple of months before, and had no idea that Gigi was pregnant. Gigi had not been to see a veterinarian and had mostly been living outside. Lucky for all of them, they were brought here. Pregnancy is hard on a small young dog like Gigi, who was very underweight when she arrived but is a healthy 9.5 pounds now. Many teeny pups do and care, and then went into one of our Shelter’s fabulous Foster Homes! Gigi and her babies are now up for adoption: www.scanimalshelter.org/ adoption Are you interested in Fostering? Learn more at www.scanimalshelter.org/ foster. Do you know a pet that needs to get altered? Read about Planned Pethood at www.scanimalshelter.org/planned_petHood_fees. The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is here to help pets in need! Gigi is two year-old, spayed/female, Chihuahua mix To adopt your new friend, visit one of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter locations, or their website at www.scanimalshelter.org. Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location ( : 1001 Rodriguez St., Santa Cruz, 95062 Hours Watsonville Location: 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076 Hours SCCAS Main line: 831-454-7200. Animal Control: 831-454-7227. After-Hours Emergency: 831-471-1182
that if I use a huge bin for the cleansers, bug repellant, plant food, car wax, etc., I
way to corral these items is to place them in a Closetmaid metal wall rack, and bolt it to the wall in a very convenient location in your garage, and away from the hot water heater, children and pets. Place toxic items in Ziploc bags to prevent odors from leaching out, and sort shelves by similar categories: car care and cleaning supplies, pest control and plant food, touch-up paints and spackling putty, batteries and glue and a small container of random nails and screws (in an up-cycled plastic mayo jar with a label indicating what’s in it).
“Canine Flu” from page 19 Most frighteningly, a dog owner can by petting an infected dog, then petting his own dog. The virus can live on human hands for up to 12 hours. Practicing good hygiene and washing hands with soap and water between petting animals is essential.
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