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September County Festivals

As the weather gets cooler, the kids head back to school and the beaches become less crowded, locals look forward to our annual hometown festivities. Here’s a look at the three biggest events taking place in the County in September: The Capitola Art & Wine Festival, The Santa Cruz County Fair and the Capitola Beach Festival. Full Story page 6

Brightening Up Vine Hill’s Lost and Found With Art

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held For Elementary School’s New Mural By Lori Landino Scotts Valley Girl Scouts Troop 15502 recently identified a need at Vine Hill Elementary School and decided to go with a creative solution. The idea was to address the importance of education

and diversity in the community. The troop looked at murals done by others in the area, brainstormed ideas, made a few plans, prepped the wall near the school’s lost and found, then started painting. ... continues on page 4

State of the City

Join Scotts Valley Mayor Jack Dilles, on Sept. 28, for the Mayor’s Annual State of the City Address at Montevalle Senior Community, “Old Mill” Meeting Hall, 552 Bean Creek Rd., Scotts Valley, from 2pm to 4pm. Full Story page 5

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Table of Contents

Cover Brightening Up Vine Hill’s Lost and Found With Art: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held For Elementary School’s New Mural, By Lori Landino 5 6 7 10 15

Community News State of the City: Mayor To Make Annual Address Sept. 28 September County Festivals SV High Graduate Awarded $12,500 Scholarship SLV & Scotts Valley Meal and Food Programs: September Apple Pie Judges Announced! • Gail Pellerin to Speak About County’s New Voting System 17 Discover the Magic of Renaissance Faire: Step back in time to experience the English Renaissance like never before! 18 September is National Preparedness Month 19 Red Cross Offers Back-to-School Safety Tips 8

Back to School Start the School Year Off Right

Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Newsletter • Pages 11-14 11 Scotts Valley Chamber Travel: Shades of Ireland: Second Informational Community Meeting | Tuesday, Sept. 10, 1-2 p.m. | Scotts Valley Library • Scotts Valley Community Awards 2019 Nominations Open Now! • Calendar of Upcoming Community Events 12 Art Wine & Beer Festival 2019 • Appreciation Party!: Chamber Members & Festival Volunteers 13 SV Rotary Offering New Corporate Memberships! • Chamber Welcomes Brite Horizons School to Scotts Valley 14 SPK and Associates Wins Big!: Earns Worldwide Elite Information Technology Award • Inn at Pasatiempo’s Beautiful Renovated Event Venue: Book Your Holiday Parties Now!

Monthly Horoscope • Page 18 – Your November Horoscope Community Calendar • Arts & Entertainment – Pages 20, 21

Featured Columnists 22 Ferns Are Delightful Without Bloom, By Tony Tomeo

SCCAS Featured Pet • Page 19 – Whiskers: Looking For A Home

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“Vine Hill Mural” from page 1 The troop devoted two years and countless hours in creating the mural as their Silver Award Project.. The finished painting is a beautiful work of art and has been appropriately named The Lost and Found Mural. In describing the project, Caty Taylor wrote: “We did this as our Silver Award because it is an easy thing for kids to understand — that no matter who you are or where you come from, that you can get a good education and become a successful human.” The mural depicts that gender, money, race and religion should never matter when it comes to receiving an education at Vine Hill School. The troop intentionally did not assign gender to the animals in the mural to show that anyone and everyone is welcome. In choosing to paint animals, Troup 15502 also wanted to acknowledge the importance of wildlife in the world. All of the animals in the mural are native to California.

“We used all California wildlife to make it familiar to all the kids at Vine Hill School,” explained Caty Taylor. The mural was unveiled on August 25. Scotts Valley Mayor Jake Dilles joined other community leaders to celebrate the achievement. “Having our leaders support this incredible troop, alongside the Mayor and the Principal and many teachers and

The chalkboard says: B=Be Respectful | E=Eager to Learn | A=Always Prepare | R=Responsibility | S=Solve Problems

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the City Council and the Chamber of Commerce, meant a great deal to these hardworking artists,” wrote Adina Licht. “[Their] support shows [our Scouts] that their work is appreciated by the community. Thank you for making these Girl Scouts feel that their work matters!” ••• For more info: https://www.vinehill.santa cruz.k12.ca.us/ Cover Photo (from left): Jennifer Lipman, Girl Scout Co-Leader of Troop 15502, Adina Licht, Girl Scout Co-Leader of Troop 15502, Caitlin McCord, Service Unit Manager of the 36 local Girl Scout Troops, Jack Dilles, Mayor of Scotts Valley, Donna Lind, SV Council Member, Troop 15502 Girl Scouts Kylee Onken-Merrell, Livia Johnston, Caty Taylor, Morgan Lipman, Gianna Golino, Tara Bensen, Silver Award Project Lead, Mentor and Scientific Illustrator, Troop 15502 Girl Scouts Brianna Hull, Alex Baum, Naomi Q Licht, Maya Bensen, Tracey Neilsen, Principal, Vine Hill Elementary School and Derek Timm, SV City Council. Photos Credit: Robert Aldana

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Santa Cruz County Fair

Round Up The Red, White & Blue! Sept. 11-15 his year the Santa Cruz County Fair opens on September 11, 2019. As they have graciously done every year, the local chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will assist the Fair with its opening day ceremonies where they will have a moment of silence in remembrance of the tragic events on that day, September 11, 2001. The Fair theme this year is “Round

Up the Red, White and Blue.” These few words speak volumes and serves as a way to honor those we lost and to remember how fortunate we are to live in such a great country. A special veteran will also be honored at the Fair during the Quilts of Valor presentation. Santa Cruz County 4-H clubs, sponsored by the Aptos Grange, will present a quilt, as a token of appreciation, to the veteran as part of Quilts of Valor project. The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to “cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.” Members from our local 4-H club helped to create the quilt that will be presented. At the presentation ceremony, attendees will learn about the veteran’s service to our country. The quilt is then opened; the inside of the quilt faces the veteran so they are the first to see the quilt. After the veteran sees the quilt, it is then shown to the public and given to the veteran by wrapping it around them. Quilts of Valor presentations are taking place all across the country. “September Festivals” page 9

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BACK TO SCHOOL

Start the School Year Off Right A s kids head back to school, it’s important to provide them with the necessary resources to succeed. As a parent, you can take steps to put your kids on the path toward a successful school year. To help your children put the best foot forward, consider these suggestions from The Salvation Army, which operates hundreds of low-cost after-school programs for kids of all ages in low-income neighborhoods across the country and understands the importance of setting children up for success all year. ••• Get back into a routine. During the summer months, family routines tend to slide, especially morning rituals and bedtime habits. A few weeks before school starts, begin transitioning your way back to a normal school schedule. A gentle progression toward earlier bed and wake-up times is easier on kids physically and mentally. Try adjusting by 15 minutes each day until you reach the optimal schedule for your family. Remember that routines aren’t just about the clock, though. If there are certain steps that are part of the school year routine, such as packing lunches and laying out clothes for the next day before bed, make those part of your transition plan, too. Set a good example. Kids learn important behavioral lessons by watching the adults in their lives. The back-to-school season provides many opportunities

to demonstrate compassion and social responsibility. For example, giving back to an organization like The Salvation Army helps provide funding for programs that support the educational needs of children who otherwise may not have access to the same resources. Research resources for homework help. Discovering your child is struggling in school can be overwhelming. You’ll want to be able to pull in help as quickly as possible, so it’s a good idea to research resources in your area that can help provide support outside the classroom. Your school likely has some options available, but it’s a good idea to also look into tutoring programs and other community services that encourage literacy and study skills as well as provide one-on-one assistance with homework and school assignments. “Back to School” page 15

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“September Festivals” from page 6 For 2019, Monster Trucks and Motorcycles will be on Wednesday & Thursday evenings as well as many SCCF favorites such as the All Alaskan Racing Pigs, Turkey Stampede, Camel Rides, Rattlesnake Dave Richardson, Brad’s World Reptiles, Twinkle Time Michael Mesmer’s magic & hypnosis, Rocket’s Fido 500 along with a new addition of the Los Moralitos Circus performing outdoors in the baseball field adjacent to the Crosetti Building. There will also be multiple circus performances including the “wheel of death.” Live musical performances from Gary Blackburn Band, Cisco Kid- A Tribute to War, One Country, Salinas Valley Charros & Los Reyes De La Banda and The Santa Cruz White Album Ensemble Wednesday, Sept. 11 Free Admission for Veterans and Kids under 12. For more information and the daily SCCF schedule, visit: SantaCruzCountyFair.com (831) 724-5671

Capitola Beach Festival

Light Up Capitola Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 28 & 29 he second annual Capitola Beach Festival has something fun for everyone! This community event is free and family friendly. There will be a Sand Sculpture Contest, Concert in the Park, Chalk Art on the Seawall, Horseshoes Tournament in the Sand, Fishing Derby on Capitola Wharf and Rowboat Races on Soquel Creek. Wharf to Wharf for a 3-mile fun run on Saturday. Saturday night will “light up” the Soquel Creek with a Lighted Nautical Parade. •••

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Little Wharf 3 MILER Fun Run: 8 – 11 a.m. The Wharf-to-Wharf Race Committee presents a 3 Mile fun run beginning at 8 a.m. in the East Cliff Shopping Center located on East Cliff Drive near 16th Avenue. The course will follow East Cliff Drive to 41st Avenue, onto Opal Cliff Drive to Cliff Drive, and then down Cliff Drive across the Stockton Avenue Bridge, onto Esplanade, with the run concluding near San Jose Avenue. You must preregister online. Shuttles available. Sponsored by Wharf to Wharf

Sand Sculpture Contest 8 a.m. – Noon; Award at 1 p.m. Registration online or on Capitola Beach at 8 a.m.. Trophy judging will be held at 12:30 p.m. Sponsored by Capitola Self Storage Meet the Artist • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Poster artist Shane’ Mann will sign posters at the entrance to Esplanade Park Music at the Beach • 4 – 6 p.m. Enjoy music and dancing to the band Extra Large on stage in Esplanade Park. Sponsored by Britannia Arms Lighted Nautical Parade on Soquel Creek Approximately 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Enjoy a parade of lighted barges between the trestle and the lagoon guided by designated Creek Marshalls. Float builders who wish to light up a barge must preregister online — the number of barges is limited to 10. There will be no access to the trestle during the Lighted Parade. Sponsored by Kaiser Permanente •••

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Fishing Derby • 6:30 – 11:30 a.m. Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. near the end of the Capitola Wharf. Bring your own fishing poles. Open to all ages. Final Tally begins at 11 a.m. Sponsored by Paradise Beach Grille, The Wharf House and Capitola Boat and Bait Horseshoes on the Sand • 7 a.m. – Finish Doubles tournament at Capitola Beach in front of Zelda’s Restaurant. Teams will be chosen by drawing names from a hat. Participants must pre-register online or at (831) 475-6522. Check-in time 7 – 8 a.m. Sponsored by Zelda’s Chalk Art on the Seawall • 9 a.m. – Noon Sign up at Esplanade Park. Children pre-school age and above are welcome to create their own masterpiece atop the seawall on the Esplanade for all to enjoy! Art chalk provided. Meet the Artist • 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Poster artist Shane’ Mann will sign posters at the entrance to Esplanade Park Rowboat Races • 1 p.m. – Finish Registration at the pathway by the Stockton Bridge from NOON until 1 PM. Timed heats on Soquel Creek with two people per boat — We supply the boats! Sponsored by the Craft Gallery ••• For more information and to pre-register for Capitola Beach Festival events, visit: CapitolaBeachFestival.com n

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Tuesdays through Saturdays (also 4th Mondays). Valley Churches United, Food Pantry and Food Distribution programs. Tues-Thurs 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 residents. Ben Lomond, corner of Highway 9 across from Ben Lomond Market, 336-8258. Tuesdays, noon. Felton Presbyterian Church, 6090 Highway 9, across from RiteAid, 335-6900. “Free Lunch Tuesday.” Tuesdays, 2:30-6:30, Felton Farmers’ Market, Hwy 9 and Russell. Up to $10 matched when customers use their CalFresh (EBT/SNAP) cards. The extra money must be used for fresh produce at the market. (May-Oct) Wednesdays, 12-2, San Agustin Catholic Church, 257 Glenwood Dr, Scotts Valley (next to the fire station), 438-3633. Food Distribution. Thursdays 10:30-1:30 (doors open 9:003:00). St. John’s Catholic Church, down from Rite-Aid, Highway 9 and Russell, Felton. 335-4657. “Thursday Lunch.”

Thursdays, 11-12. Mountain Community Resources (a Community Bridges program), 6134 Highway 9, across from Rite Aid, Felton. 335-6600. Food Distribution. Thursdays, 5:00-6:30, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. 438-4360. Food Distribution. Fridays, 5-5:30 p.m.. GateWay Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. 438-0646. “Fridays at Five” food distribution. Sunday, September 29, 2:00. SS Peter & Paul Orthodox Church, 9980 Highway 9, Ben Lomond, north of town, 336-2228. Dinner. Meals on Wheels (a Community Bridges program), hot meals at dining centers in Ben Lomond (M-F, 336-5366) and Scotts Valley (Wednesdays, 438-8666). Reservation required, $2.50 requested donation, for age 60+ (limited exceptions). Meals delivered if eligible, 464-3180. Grey Bears Brown Bag Program, weekly bag of produce to be picked up in Boulder Creek, Ben Lomond, Felton, or Scotts Valley. Delivery available for homebound seniors. $30 annual membership fee, for age 55+. www.greybears.org (4791055). n ••• Except as noted, all programs are free of charge — Schedules are subject to change. Submit Changes/Additions to slvsvmeals @gmail.com

Scotts Valley Chamber Travel: Shades of Ireland Second Informational Community Meeting • Tuesday, Sept. 10, 1-2 p.m. • Scotts Valley Library

he Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce is holding its second informational community meeting about the 10-day 2020 Spring Break trip to Ireland. The meeting is Tuesday, Sept. 10 at the Scotts Valley Public Library from 1-2 p.m. From vibrant and historyfilled Dublin, across rolling green hills to the dramatic coast, experience all of Ireland’s charm on this magical tour of the Emerald Isle. Live like royalty during an overnight stay on the grounds of a castle. Visit Waterford, Ireland’s oldest city, where you’ll have the opportunity to visit the House of Waterford Crystal or tour the renowned Medieval Museum. Choose from a

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YOUTH OF THE YEAR he Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce seeks your EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR assistance in recognizing BUSINESS OF THE YEAR the people and businesses that make our Community such a ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR special place. Please send us your 2019 nominations for outstanding Claire Hodgin Memorial businesses and individuals for the BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT following categories: OF SCOTTS VALLEY Alvin Scarborough Memorial MAN OF THE YEAR Annette Marcum Memorial WOMAN OF THE YEAR

Criteria for nomination • Each nominee must have made a valuable contribution to Scotts Valley.

• It may be in the previous year or over a period of time which you will specify • A business of the year nominee must be a current Scotts Valley Chamber member. • An individual may live or work outside the city limits, but their contribution must be within Scotts Valley. • Youth of the year nominee must be of High School age ••• Nominating is quick and easy!

It’s Time For Back To School!

Calendar of Upcoming Community Events Thursday September 19 Grand Opening & Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 5:30-7:00 p.m. Brite Horizons School 125 Bethany Drive, SV

Friday September 27 Chamber Member/ Volunteer Appreciation Party 5:30-7 p.m.

Skypark 361 Kings Village Road, SV

Thursday October 10

Welcome Dr. Emily! Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 5:30-7 p.m.

Scotts Valley Veterinary 4257 Scotts Valley Drive, SV

Thursday October 24

Togo’s Anniversary Red Ribbon Ceremony 5:30-7 p.m. Togo’s Scotts Valley 266 Mt. Hermon Rd., SV

Thursday November 14 Grand Opening & Red Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 5:30-7 p.m.

Flex Education 216-B Mt. Hermon Rd., SV

Saturday January 18 Go online to scottsvalleychamber.com/ chamberevents. You can also email your nominations to dreber@scotts valleychamber.com

Community Awards Gala 5–10 p.m. Location TBD

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Appreciation Party!

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ur Chamber members and volunteers are the backbone of our Chamber of Commerce. It is because of you that our Chamber stands out compared to others and it is your hard work and dedication that makes it possible to do all of things we do for our businesses, service organizations and our community. We will be hosting a party to be held in your honor on Friday, September 27 at Sky Park from 5:30-7 p.m. This is our chance

to celebrate YOU! T h i s event is free of charge to all Chamber members and volunteers. We will enjoy some delicious food, drinks, and music, while acknowledging those who make our Chamber shine. We hope to see you there! Please RSVP via Eventbright on our website scottsvalley chamber.com/events.

Scotts Valley Chamber News

SV Rotary Offering New Corporate Memberships!

hat is Rotary? Rotary represents ‘Service Above Self’. Members are from diverse vocational groups who want to serve their community. The Scotts Valley Club is part of a worldwide network of 1.2 million members in about 180 countries. “Rotary Connects the World” is the theme for Rotary International this year. Members have many opportunities to connect with each other and people in our community to make it better. The Rotary Club of Scotts Valley recently welcomed two new Corporate members, Steve Walpole, Chief of Police and Tanya Krause, Superintendent of Scotts Valley Schools along with their Associates. Chief Walpole’s associates are Taylor Bateman, Community Development Director; Tina Friend, City

The club was instrumental in founding a cleaner environment program with a NOAA Grant and Rotary grant for the Scotts Valley High School who has been successfully carrying this on with support from the Rotary Club for four years. The Scotts Valley Rotary Club thanks all its members past and present, our families, businesses and other com-

Manager; Daryl Jordan, Public Works Director; and Tony McFarlane, Administrative Services Director. Superintendent Krause’s associates are Dr. Steven Hoy, Director of Student Services; Mary Navas, Interim Chief of Business; Michelle Stewart, Assistant Superintendent Educational Services and Cathie Simonovich, Adm. Assistant to the Superintendent. The Club will celebrate their 45th Anniversary in 2020 and throughout the years it has served the Scotts Valley and world community focusing on our schools, youth, elderly, needy, health and the environment. Our major focus has been on our youth recognition, scholarships, leadership training, support for the Cub Scouts, Girls Inc. and education and Teacher Appreciation.

munity supporters for their ongoing support especially at our events and fundraisers that make our projects possible. Scotts Valley Roatry is welcoming to all who want to come and visit our meetings and learn more! ••• Meetings take place Mondays at 12:15 for lunch at the 4 Points Sheraton on 5030 Scotts Valley Dr. Scotts Valley.

Chamber Welcomes Brite Horizons School to Scotts Valley oin us on Thursday September 19th, from 5:30 to 7pm for the Official Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Brite Horizon School’s new location in Scotts Valley! This event is free of charge and open to the entire community. Brite Horizons School is a nonpublic school (NPS) that is located at 125 Bethany Drive in Scotts Valley, California that will serve students from grades 1 to 12. Brite Horizons provides ongoing assessment, educational services, and behavioral intervention based on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA). Brite Horizons School provides an individualized and comprehensive educational placement for students with a variety of specialized needs. The mission of Brite Horizons School is to provide students with educational services to address each student’s unique strengths and deficits in a manner that allows the student to be successful daily and reach their overall full potential. Through the use of scientifically proven methods, students are provided

with tools to make meaningful progress and valuable connections with others. Brite Horizons School strives to provide each student with a supportive community and the skills necessary to successfully transition into a public school setting. The Directors of The ABRITE Organization designed Brite Horizons School after a 12 year history within Santa Cruz County and additional counties throughout California. ABRITE is a group of clinicians that began services in Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, Watsonville and surrounding areas in 2006. Our work began with the San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) and has advanced to collaborative projects within each and every local school district including a 7 year joint program on the Brook Knoll campus for SVUSD. ABRITE also works with all major insurance providers throughout Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Los Angeles, Ventura and Orange Counties. ••• For more information, go to abrite.org or call 1-844-3ABRITE.

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SPK and Associates Wins Big!

Earns Worldwide Elite Information Technology Award

PK and Associates, a new Scotts Valley based business, is excited to announce their recent award by Channel Partners as one of 2019’s 501 most elite Information Technology managed service providers in the United States. The Channel Futures / Channel Partners’ 2019 MSP 501 is widely viewed as the most comprehensive global survey of managed service providers (MSPs) worldwide. “We are honored Channel Futures has recognized SPK and Associates,” remarked Christine McHale, CEO and Co-Founder of SPK. “As a technology company that serves engineering and manufacturing, we continue to work hard to contribute to the digital transformation of engineering organizations — by continually improving our technical depth, as well as our understanding of the business of R&D and product development.” SPK specializes in Engineering-based IT solutions for product and software development teams, and manufacturing organizations. SPK solutions deliver faster product releases, improved engineering efficiencies, improved product quality, and reduced development cost by integrating and automating mechanical, electrical and software engineering applications, data, systems and processes. Having deep expertise with Mechanical Computer Aided Design (MCAD), Electronic Design Automation (EDA) and various Software Development tools including requirements and test management has enabled SPK to serve some of the biggest names in industry — Stryker, Johnson & Johnson, Intel, Qualcomm and Cisco among many others. Aside from serving large enterprise organizations SPK is

SPK team (from left): Steve Lundy, Andrew McLeod, Jeff Johnson, Steve Kling, Kaveh Nasouti, Sarah Craft, Chris McHale, Gabriel Radinsky, Gabe Ahseln, Mary Rodrigues, Ed Chung, Colin Doyle, David Hubbell, Tony Fontanilla, Mike Dahlberg, Mike Solinap and Carlos Almeida. equally passionate about serving small and medium size (SMB) companies, and has seen tremendous results among SMB clients as they benefit from SPK’s experience and expertise from serving large enterprise-based organizations for over 20-years. For companies that strive to stay ahead and compete in today’s markets with new products you may be interested in reading SPK’s blog, Engineering Inefficiency is the Enemy of Innovation www.spkaa.com/blog/ engineering-inefficiency-is-the-enemy-of-innovation. ••• SPK’s new office is located at 5011 Scotts Valley Drive. Visit us at www.spkaa.com.

Inn at Pasatiempo’s Beautiful Renovated Event Venue Book Your Holiday Parties Now!

he Inn at Pasatiempo invites you to host your friends and family this holiday season in the hotel’s newly renovated banquet rooms. Boasting 2600 square feet of full-service event space, the banquet rooms can accommodate groups ranging in size from 20-200 people. Offering a great location, with complimentary onsite parking, the venue is popular with both locals and out of town guests. Discounted overnight room rates are included for all attendees with events booked onsite. Whether you are looking for a traditional three course plated dinner, a gourmet buffet, or a casual cocktail & appetizer reception, the Back Nine is available to cater for your needs. Reservations are now being accepted for November and December 2019. Please contact Joanna directly at 831 226 2347 or joanna@innatpasatiempo.com to make a reservation. The Back Nine Grill & Bar can also accommodate groups up to 18ppl for Lunch or Dinner with a selection of entrées from the restaurant menu. Happy Hour is available Monday-Friday from 3-6pm with 50% off select appetizers and various drink specials. ••• For restaurant reservations please call 831-423-5000.

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Apple Pie Judges Announced! his year’s Annual Apple Pie Baking Contest is being held at the Santa Cruz County Fair and coordinated by the Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau. The judges are: • Francisco Estrada, Mayor, City of Watsonville • Pam Zamani, Retired Community Leader • Brendan Miele, President, Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau • Maryann Bulich Schnitter, Butier & Bulich Apples This is the 43rd Annual Apple Pie Baking Contest. The apple pie contest judging will commence at 12:00 noon on

opening day, Wednesday, September 11th at Paddy Smith Park. There are three divisions: 1) Youth – 17 years-of-age and under 2) Adult – 18 years-of-age and over 3) Masters – Anyone who has won 1st, 2nd place in the Adult Division Prizes: First Place $50, Second Place $40, Third Place $30 each division and Best of Show $75 Ribbons will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each division as well as Best of Show. This contest is sponsored by the Pajaro Valley apple growers, shippers and related industries as well as pie lovers throughout Santa Cruz County and the Pajaro Valley. For more information: www.sccfb.com •••

Gail Pellerin to Speak About County’s New Voting System ail Pellerin, County Registrar of Voters, will be the guest speaker for the Tuesday, September 3rd meeting of the Democratic Club of North Santa Cruz County. The County’s chief elections official will talk about the new voting system which will be in place for the March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election. The existing system is obsolete, and the new system will provide better security and improved auditability. There will be an informal meet and greet from 5:30 to 6:30 and Pellerin is scheduled to speak at 6:30. The Democratic Club meets at Bruno’s in Scotts Valley located at 230 Mt. Hermon Road. The public is invited to attend. For more info: https://dcnscc.org/en/ n

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“Back to School” from page 8 Get organized. The first few weeks of school typically bring plenty of change and adjustment. You can help manage the stress by creating some structure. Use a wall calendar to keep track of school start and dismissal times, bus pick-up and drop-off times, after school activities and other appointments. Review lunch menus and plan ahead so you’re not finding out at bedtime that you need to pack a home lunch in the morning. Stock up on breakfast foods and make time to catch up on laundry before school begins so hunger and wayward socks don’t derail your mornings. Explore extra-curricular programs. With the new school year comes numerous ways to enrich your kids’ social and cognitive development. Extra-curricular activities let kids continue practicing skills even after the school bell rings, but in a fun environment so they may not even realize they’re still learning and cultivating healthy, safe relationships with friends. In addition to sports and clubs, a wide array of music and art education activities may be available that focus on everything from choir, band and dancing to drawing, writing and acting. Set goals. Begin the school year by encouraging your children to take ownership and pride in their learning. Talk about goals like reading a certain number of books each month or earning grades that reflect their highest potential. Get kids motivated by designing goal boards or charts that can serve as daily reminders and track their progress. For larger goals, consider setting milestones so they can celebrate progress along the way and stay motivated for a big finish. ••• Learn more about educational and giving opportunities in your community at SalvationArmyUSA.org. n Family Features

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Discover the Magic of Renaissance Faire

Step back in time to experience the English Renaissance like never before!

his fall, travel back in time to a thriving Renaissance village under the rule of Queen Elizabeth I! The Northern California Renaissance Faire is a 21-acre wonderland located at Casa de Fruta in Hollister, where weekends from September 14 through October 20, all are welcome to enjoy the festivities. With live music, themed celebrations, hearty food, and a thriving marketplace of unique handcrafted goods, this is one unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss! Travelers to the Renaissance Faire are welcome to arrive in contemporary garb, but it’s far more fun to don a costume (easy to rent or buy at the Faire) and immerse yourself into the bustling village of Willingtown. Over 600 actors — some roaming the streets, others putting on a show on one of the nine performance stages — make Willingtown truly come to life. Create your own character and join in! Whether you’re a peasant, knight, princess, pirate, or even superhero, all characters are encouraged at the Faire. NorCal Ren Faire is renowned for its legendary full-contact joust, which takes place each day in the World Tournament of Champions Arena. Valorous knights riding noble steeds run at each other full-speed, lances up and aimed at their opponent’s shield until the inevitable clash, often shattering the lances into pieces. Want to try some specialty sports yourself? You can try your luck at pistol bows, axe throwing, and fencing, which are just a few of many games and activities offered at the Faire! Improv troupes, comedy acts, Shakespearean dramas, dancing, fire-eating and more also await visitors to the Faire, so get ready to laugh the day away and watch in awe as these incredible performers captivate the crowds. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, be sure to head to the Faire’s

food court. While there will always be faire favorites available — like massive turkey legs, craft beers, and hearty meat pies — you might be surprised to find more diverse fare as well, like gyros, oyster shooters, gelato, and roasted quail. Be sure to browse the marketplace of over 100 specialty vendors selling artisanal goods of all kinds, like ceramics, clothing, gourmet teas, swords, instruments, perfumes and more. And don’t forget that each weekend, the Renaissance Faire features a special theme to make dressing up more fun! This year, be sure to mark your calendars for the final weekend (October 19 & 20), which is the Faire’s Halloween Fantasy celebration, complete with trickor-treating and sorceresses casting spooky spells upon the townsfolk. Plus, be sure to stay late every Saturday night to rock out to live bands at 6pm! The Ren Faire has something for everyone, and kids 12 and under are always free, so gather your family and friends this Fall and take the Faire by storm! We’ll see you in Willingtown! n ••• he NorCal Ren Faire, run by Play Faire Productions, is located at Casa de Fruta, 10031 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, and open Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 14 – Oct. 20 10 a.m.–6 p.m. Cost: $28 at the gate; children 12 and under are FREE! Opening weekend tickets are $18 when purchased online! (Sept 14 & Sept 15 only!) Weekend pass (Saturday and Sunday, same weekend): $40 A ‘Fairever’ pass (allows unlimited access all 12 days in 2019): $230 For more information and tickets, visit www.norcalrenfaire.com Photos courtesy of NorCalRenFaire

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28. Foal’s mother 30. Put on a pedestal 35. Flock’s echo 37. *Human Biology focus 39. *Divide by two 40. Plural of focus 41. #28 Across girlfriend? 43. Iranian coin 44. Resembling a serpent 46. “Cogito, ____ sum” 47. Taro plant 48. Radiant 50. Taj Mahal city 52. *Even, in Poetry class 53. *Ginsberg’s lit class staple 55. *Students’ docs 57. *What Miss Othmar said 60. *Lunch box companion 64. “Tippe____ and Tyler Too”

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Your September Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

Be wary early in September, as someone you encounter could leave you embarrassed or disappointed if you’re not careful. Unfortunately, your good nature can get you mixed up with people who want to take advantage of you. The mood lightens mid-month, and the air around you is filled with creativity. Your inhibitions will be hard to dismiss, but someone near and dear to you could help you reach for the stars. Late in the month is a good time to be meeting new people and start new projects, either of which will have an eye-catching aesthetic.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You have the motivation to reign in something racing out of control as the month begins. Your ability to organize, along with a strong desire to rectify the problem, is finally in synch. You’re ready for others to see your true talent mid-month. It’s time to come out from behind the scenes and take the stage. Late in September you are having an easy time figuring out the pros and cons of the latest project or a new relationship, but too much contemplation can lead to indecision. It’s time to make a decision, you already know everything you need to do so.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Recent hard work has been draining, but the mood is about to lighten up as the month begins. It’s time to have some fun, but don’t get lost and forget your responsibilities. Just take the break you deserve. Your confidence is brimming mid-September, but don’t forget that overconfidence is just over the edge. Trying to ride the edge of confidence without going overboard or being too timid is the key to moving forward. Taking yourself too seriously can lead to embarrassment late in the month. Trying to save face, rather than just allowing yourself to relax and let something go, is likely to cause more problems for yourself, and make things worse. Take a deep breath, smile and move on.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

Are you ready for new opportunities? September begins with new doors open, and they’re just waiting for you to walk through. Keep your eyes and ears ready! Mid-month is the perfect time to start something you feel passionate about. Surround yourself with people who support you, but will tell you the truth about what your doing, and you will have the best chance for success. Late in the month you may find it hard to pass on your ideas and plans. This is the time to be patient. Make sure you know exactly what you want to say before you start any negotiations or make plans.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

You gain a lot from having deep conversations with interesting people early in the month. Keep an open mind while different opinions and ideas are exchanged. You feel an intensity brewing between yourself and someone new mid-month. If you’re feeling a bit bored, this is a perfect time to explore something exciting and new! Late in September is a time to regain your balance. It’s your responsibility to bring the spiraling areas in your life together. No-one can do it for you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

There is confusion in the air as the month begins, making it hard to distinguish between truth and lies coming your way, especially if someone is purposefully keeping you in the dark. Be careful. You’re feeling happy in a personal relationship mid-September. Now is a good time for a full romantic adventure, especially if you’re with the right person. Conflict isn’t something you want to deal with late in the month. It’s important to look out for yourself, but compromise is never the worst idea, especially if everything can be happy.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

You’ve got energy to spare early in September. Why not get something done you’ve been putting off? You’ll feel great once you’ve crossed it off your to-do list. You’re proud of what you’ve accomplished mid-month. You deserve praise, but try to temper your feelings, as overconfidence can hurt as you move forward. Keep your ego under wraps. Late in the month your solitary nature is in control, making it easier to get things done alone than in a group. It’s okay once in a while, but try to allow others to help in the future.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

The beginning of the month is a perfect time to refocus, or recommit to something you’ve lost track of. Dig in deep and remember what you can do when you put your mind to it. Your hardworking nature is in the fore mid-month: now is the time to work on a project or two you’ve been waiting for. Make sure they’re things you really want to do though, because it won’t take much to distract you if not. Late in September your feeling especially talkative about anything and everything mysterious. Conspiracies? Unsolved Crime? Rumors? They’re all on the table.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

The possibilities are endless early in the month. And you want to tell everyone about them. Go for it! Just try to keep your enthusiasm up and your bragging down. You’re still in a talkative mood mid-September, and you’re being especially tactful and polite right now. Anything you’re holding back, you have a good reason for. You’ll know when it’s time to reveal all. Relationships are hard, and sometimes, like at the end of the month, you don’t feel like putting in the work. It’s okay to feel that way, but keep in mind that what you do now will effect how your relationship goes forward.

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

The start of September is a time for commitment. If you’re been thinking about beginning a long-term relationship, or making a new financial investment, this is the perfect time, especially if you’ve already done your homework and are ready to make a move. Your sense of compassion is strong mid-month. It is time to offer forgiveness and release any anger you’ve been holding on to. The moment you let go, you’ll feel right and will be able to move on. Your sense of fairness is in play late in the month. Looking at life from other’s perspective can help you see what comes next.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

The start of the month is a time for exploration. You can have some very interesting experiences if you’re willing to leave your inhibitions and preconceived notions behind. You seem excitable mid-month, but if you can harness the extra energy, you can get some amazing things done. Just try not to react to any negative energy others throw your way. Late in September, you’re feeling like a peacemaker in your relationships. It’s a rough time, but if you can stay focused, understand what’s happening and work to find compromise, you can help work through any problem.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

Your mind is alert and active early in the month, making it a great time to put some of your more ambitious plans into effect. You have some great ideas and now is the time to let the world know what you’re capable of. Manners can be your best friend mid-September. Keeping your cool, saying “please” and “thank you” whether others do or not, will help you get through some stressful environments. You’ll have an opportunity later to let those who were lacking know how you feel. Late in the month brings some intense encounters, some positive, some not. Hopefully you’ll realize later how you sounded to others, but you may have to revisit these moments later.

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Sept. is National Preparedness Month O n August 27, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors proclaimed September 2019 as National Preparedness Month, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for local emergencies or disasters. “Santa Cruz County has seen more than its share of emergencies, and our community knows the importance of disaster preparedness,” Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors Chair Ryan Coonerty said. “We encourage everyone to sit down with their families and create emergency plans that take into account neighborhood evacuations, disaster supplies, family medical needs, pets, family communications and more. The more we do now to prepare, the more resilient we become.” Santa Cruz County is vulnerable to a variety of disasters, including storms, earthquakes, wildfires, flooding, power outages and more. Residents are encouraged to download the Code Red app to make sure they receive emergency notifications, and the County Office of Emergency Services maintains a number of preparedness resources for residents and their families at www.santacruzcounty.us/OES. To assist in preparedness, individuals and families should consider the following: • Signing up for alerts and warnings • Plans for alternative shelter • Evacuation routes • Family communication plans • Age-specific family member needs • Special medical, prescription and dietary needs • Pets or service animals • Emergency preparedness kits, including food and water • Practicing emergency plans, including household evacuation In addition, all homes should consider a disaster preparedness kit with some or all of the following: • Water — one gallon of water, per person, per day for a minimum of three days • Food — a minimum three-days supply of non-perishable food • Battery-powered or hand-crank radio

and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert • Flashlight • First aid kit • Extra batteries and cell phone chargers • Whistle to signal for help • Dust masks, plastic sheeting and duct tape • Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation • Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities • Manual can opener for food • Local maps During the next month Santa Cruz County Public Health and the Office of Emergency Services will be very active on social media and we invite you to visit those websites sites for information on preparedness tips for families, pets, people with disabilities and planned power shutoffs. n ••• Additional preparedness resources are available at www.santacruzhealth.org/emergencyplan.

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Make sure your student always stays in clear view of the bus driver and never walks behind the bus. Getting To School By Car, Bike, On Foot f children go to school in a car, they should always wear a seat belt. Younger children should use car seats or booster seats until the lap-shoulder belt fits properly (typically for children ages 8-12 and over 4’9”), and ride in the back seat until they are at least 13 years old. If a teenager is going to drive to school, parents should mandate that they use seat belts. Drivers should not text or make calls use their cell phone and should avoid eating or drinking while driving. Some students ride their bike to school. They should always wear a helmet and ride on the right in the same direction as the traffic is going. When children are walking to school, they should only cross the street at an intersection, and use a route along which the school has placed crossing guards. Parents should walk young children to school, along with children taking new routes or attending new schools, at least for the first week to ensure they know how to get there safely. Arrange for the kids to walk to school with a friend or classmate.

Drivers, slow down! rivers should be aware that children are out walking or biking to school and slow down, especially in residential areas and school zones. Motorists should know what the yellow and red bus signals mean. Yellow flashing lights indicate the bus is getting ready to stop and motorists should slow down and be prepared to stop. Red flashing lights and an extended stop sign indicate the bus is stopped and children are getting on or off.

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hiskers (ID#A257087) was surrendered to the Shelter in April by his owner who could no longer care for him. He has had a bit of an upheaval in his previous life travelling all the way from Michigan. Whiskers can be a bit shy and independent. He has a dedicated team of volunteers who interact with him daily, helping to ease his stress and increase human interaction. Whiskers is a curious cat and he likes to give head rubs, sometimes sits in your lap and take treats once he is comfortable with you. Whiskers’ adopter will need to be a patient and gentle and we think once he bonds with the right person you will have a friend for life. Are you the serenity he needs? Come meet this handsome boy today. Whiskers is a 4 year old, black and white, neutered male To adopt your new friend, visit one of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter locations, or their website at www.scanimalshelter.org. n

••• Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location (Public Entrance): 1001 Rodriguez St., Santa Cruz, 95062 Hours: Daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Watsonville Location: 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076  Hours: Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed 12-1) Closed on Sunday SCCAS Main line: 831-454-7200. Animal Control: 831-454-7227. After-Hours Emergency: 831-471-1182

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he school bells are calling students back to the classroom and the American Red Cross wants to make sure your student is safe as they head back to school. “While safety is a top priority for all students, there are special steps for parents of younger kids and those headed to school for the first time,” said Jennifer Adrio, Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross Northern California Coastal Region. “Make sure the child knows their phone number, address, how to get in touch with their parents at work, how to get in touch with another trusted adult and how to dial 9-1-1. Teach children not to talk to strangers or accept rides from someone they don’t know.” School Bus Safety f children ride a bus to school, they should plan to get to their bus stop early and stand away from the curb while waiting for the bus to arrive. Cross the street at the corner, obey traffic signals and stay in the crosswalk. Never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars. Teach your student to board the bus only after it has come to a complete stop and the driver or attendant has instructed them to get on. Kids should board their bus only, never an alternate one.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, a caregiver support group can offer you an opportunity to find out more about available community resources, learn from others who are going through similar experiences, and obtain additional educational materials. Open to family members, no fee. For more information about this and other support groups in the area, please call 800.272.3900 Mondays & Tuesdays WOMENCARE ARM-IN-ARM 12:30 - 2 p.m. WomenCARE ARM-in-ARM support group for women with advanced, recurrent and metastatic cancers. Meets weekly Mondays & Tuesdays, with a separate meeting Friday September 6 every First and Third Tuesday every month. FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK Registration required. Call 457-2273 for more information and 5:30 p.m. in Felton, 6 p.m. in Boulder Creek to register. No cost to attend. Stroll the historic towns of Felton and Boulder Creek, enjoy live music, sample wine and appetizers, and shop www.womencaresantacruz.org the wonderful stores. Local artists will have their works Tuesdays on display and will be in attendance. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS MEETING Thank you for shopping local! 7 - 8 pm, Christ Lutheran Church, Gazebo, 10707 Soquel Dr., Aptos Do you have a proble m with compulsive over- or undereating? Anorexia? Bulimia? Compulsive exercising? You are not alone. Drop into a free, friendly OA 12-Step meeting with the solution. All are welcome! For information on other meetings in Santa Cruz County: www. santacruzoa.org/meetings WRITING/DISCUSSION MEETING 6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church, Gazebo Room, 10707 ANNOUNCEMENTS Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 (At Hwy One and Freedom Blvd) Do you have a problem with food? Please check out our VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR free, friendly 12-Step support group with the solution. THE MONTEREY SYMPHONY All teens and adults welcome! The Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you For current times and locations of other meetings: www. love music and want to be involved, please call (831) 646-8511 or visit www.montereysymphony.org for more santacruzoa.org/meetings. Or call our Hotline at (831) 429-7906. info.

ONGOING EVENTS Daily SANTA CRUZ ‘USED’ BOOKSHOP 10 am- 3 pm 2710 Chanticleer Ave. Santa Cruz Grey Bears: Every Monday and Friday is $10-a-bag book sale. Fill up a shopping bag with books for only $10! Thousands of titles for $1.50 or less: cookbooks, gardening, sci-fi, mysteries, classics and all sorts of fiction and nonfiction. Non-profit Grey Bears has served our community for 45 years. Grey Bears provides recycling services and accepts books and other donations for our thrift stores. Proceeds benefit our Brown Bag Program, distributing nutritious food to 3,900 seniors every week. Weekdays CASA ORIENTATIONS TO BECOME ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN CASA empowers volunteers to directly influence life-changing decisions affecting children in foster care. Court appointed special advocates are everyday people that, with just a few hours a week can have a lifetime of impact for a child who has been abused or neglected. More info www.casaofsantacruz.org or call (831) 761-2956 XT.102 Second and Fourth Mondays SANTA CRUZ CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s Association, 550 Water Street, Ste. L2, Santa Cruz If you have a family member who has been diagnosed

BINGO 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, 150 Jewell St. BINGO EVERY TUESDAY. Buy-in begins at $21. The Snack Bar is open with goodies and dinner specials. BUSINESS DEBTORS ANONYMOUS 5:15-6:30pm, Calvary Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, 532 Center Street, Santa Cruz. We specifically focus on recovering from debting on one’s business. For more information: 831-425-3272.

FELTON FARMER’S MARKET 2.30–6.30 p.m., St John’s Church in Felton 120 Russell Ave, Felton The Felton Farmers’ Market started in 1987 and is the second oldest market in Santa Cruz County. The market boasts a variety of certified organic fruits and vegetables and artisan foods. It is open Tuesdays from May thru October. Tuesdays & Wednesdays SURVIVORS SUPPORT GROUPS Monarch Services offers a safe space to meet other survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking survivors, and to listen or share experiences. Childcare provided on site. Spanish – Tuesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m. Servicios Monarca, 233 E. Lake Avenue, Watsonville (831) 722-4532 English – Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m. Monarch Services, 1590 Seabright Avenue, SC (831) 425-4030 For more information, visit www.monarchscc.org

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Tuesdays & Thursdays FREE PILATES CLASSES AT TEMPLE BETH EL 10 a.m., Temple Beth El, 3055 Porter Gulch Rd., Aptos Please join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 am in the social hall at Temple Beth El in Aptos (3055 Porter Gulch Rd) for a lively and challenging 60 minute Pilates Strength Class. The classes are free and everybody is welcome. Donation are welcome. For more information https://www.tbeaptos.org

on the last Wed. of every month at 7pm in the club room at the Antonelli Mobile Home Park. If you do magic or want to get started in this fun hobby, join us. Questions? Call Jim at 685-3829

Wednesdays ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION 1st & 3rd Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. 2nd & 4th Wednesdays: 2-3:30 p.m. Alzheimer’s Association, 550 Water Street, Ste L2, SC 95060 If you have a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, a caregiver support group can offer you an opportunity to find out more about available community resources, learn from others who are going through similar experiences, and obtain additional educational materials. Our evening Santa Cruz caregiver support group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month, and our afternoon Santa Cruz caregiver support group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. No fee. Open to family members. For more information about this and other support groups in the area, please call 800.272.3900

Thursdays FRIENDSHIP PUT TO MUSIC! 6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. Classes every Thursday night. For more info call Sue Harris or Don Benson (831) 726-7053 or email at caller4u@ att.net

Second Wednesdays SANTA CRUZ SONS IN RETIREMENT MONTHLY MEETING Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. This statewide group of retired men invites you to be our guest at our monthly luncheon. You’ll meet kindred spirits, have a fine lunch and learn something new from a top notch guest speaker. Cost: $18. RSVP at 479-7096 Second and Fourth Wednesdays WELLNESS ON THE CANCER JOURNEY 11-12:30 pm, Old Soquel Plaza Learn how to safely support your body and emotions through the journey of Cancer — from diagnosis to softening the impact of chemo, radiation, and recovering well from surgery. We’ll address nausea, low energy, weakness, digestion, immune support, grief, stress and more. Feel free to bring your partner or care team to this free class. Please come fed; water is available. Limited Seats. Please register all attendees on Eventbrite — Wellness on the Cancer Journey or call 831-254-3270 to RSVP. Address given upon registration receipt. ADHD SUPPORT GROUP 6:30-8 p.m., Aptos Fire Station, 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos The Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay Branch of CHADD hosts monthly support group meetings for anyone who would like to learn more about ADHD or has questions or concerns. Come share with those who understand. Second Wednesdays’ meeting is for parents of children, teens, and young adults with ADHD. The group for adults with ADHD, spouses, partners of someone with ADHD meets fourth Wednesdays of every month. Judy Brenis: jbbrenis@comcast.net, or call 831-818-9619.

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource Center, 3150 Mission Dr Santa Cruz County Prostate Cancer Support Group has been an active group for over 20 years in the community. First meeting of 2018 will be February 28th.

LUCKY STEPPERS MODERN SQUARE DANCE 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La Selva Beach, CA 95076 It’s fun and easy to do! Friendship put to music; family friendly. Class takes place every Thursday Night at our new home in La Selva Beach! (Take Mar Monte off of Hwy 1, turns into Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) For more information, contact Sue Harris or Don Benson at (831) 726-7053 or e-mail at caller4u@att.net. SAN LORENZO COMMUNITY BAND PRACTICE SESSIONS 7:30-9 p.m., San Lorenzo Valley High School Band Room (F-1) The San Lorenzo Valley Community Band meets every Thursday at SLV High School. Dues are $30 a semester. You must read music. Call Teresa at 336-8637. Second and Fourth Thursdays CABRILLO HOST LIONS CLUB MEETINGS 6:30 p.m., Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Road. Want to make a difference in our community? Join the Cabrillo Lions Club twice every month and see what you can do to help in Santa Cruz County. Please RSVP cabrillolions@gmail.com Fridays NAR-ANON SCOTTS VALLEY 6:30 p.m., Camp Recovery Center (Bison Center Room), 3192 Glen Canyon Road, Scotts Valley. Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar problems, talk about how they cope and find recovery. To locate additional times and locations of meetings, please go to our website at www.nar-anon.org.

DROP-IN GRIEF SUPPORT 12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz County, two locations: 940 Disc Dr., SV • 85 Nielson St., Watsonville Hospice of Santa Cruz County is offering a drop-in grief support group for adults grieving the death of a family member or a friend. This group is a place where you can share stories, learn tools for coping, and Last Wednesdays Each Month receive support from people who care. MAGICIANS’ CLUB For more information, please call (831) 430-3000. Pre7 p.m., Antonelli Club Room, 2655 Brommer St., Santa Cruz Attention Magic Lovers! Our new Magicians’ Club meets registration is required.

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ONGOING EVENTS CONT. First Fridays each month FIRST FRIDAY ART TOUR The First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute of Contemporary Arts event, managed in conjunction with the participating art venues. The event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most talented local artists from local galleries. To find out where to participate in a First Friday art tour, visit firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most galleries are open 12-9 pm for First Friday viewings.) FRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Peace United Church of Christ at 900 High Street, Santa Cruz Curious about Shakespeare? The Friday Shakespeare Club members discuss the life, times, and influence of William Shakespeare. For information, call 831-684-2832, or go to friday shakespeare.org or facebook.com/fridayshakespeare. FRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB OF SANTA CRUZ 10 am - noon, Peace United Church, 909 High Street This 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. For more information please call 831-684-2832

First Sunday of Every Month SANTA CRUZ DINNER CLUB EVENT 5 p.m., various member homes throughout county Love to cook, entertain and socialize? Our dinner club events will be held in several homes throughout Santa Cruz County where members enjoy gourmet meals, fine wine and conversation. Joining the club provides a great opportunity to cook, to entertain, and to meet locals that share your interests. Learn more about the SC Dinner Club and the fun we have by contacting Rhonda Mills at info@SantaCruzDinnerClub.com

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY FAIR Wednesday September 11 thru Sunday September 15

Wednesday – Friday, Noon - 11 p.m. • Saturday 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. • Sunday 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, Watsonville This year the Santa Cruz County Fair opens on September 11, 2019. As they have graciously done every year, our local chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will assist the Fair with its opening day ceremonies where we will have a moment of silence in remembrance of the tragic events on that day, September 11, 2001. Our Fair theme this year is “Round Up the Red, White and Blue.” These few words speak volumes and serves as a way to honor those we lost and to remember how fortunate we are to live in such a great country. A special veteran will also be honored at the Fair during the Quilts of Valor presentation. Santa Cruz County 4-H clubs, sponsored by the Aptos Grange, will present a quilt, as a token of appreciation, to the veteran as part of Quilts of Valor project. Please join us at the 2019 Santa Cruz County Fair as we “Round Up the Red, White and Blue”!

Third Sunday of Every Month SCIENCE SUNDAY Starts at 1 p.m., 100 Shaffer Road, Santa Cruz, 95060 Seymour 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-to-understand 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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OHLONE DAY 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Rd, Felton Celebrate the Ohlone Peoples of the past, present Saturdays and future at our annual Ohlone Day at Henry Cowell PILLS ANONYMOUS (PA) Redwoods State Park. 8 a.m., Sutter Hospital, 2025 Soquel Ave You will see traditional dances and Ohlone demonThe purpose of PA is to provide a safe, secure, and supstrators will share traditional basketry, songs, stories, portive place for people who are addicted to pills who tools, musical instruments, language and history. During want to get off of them. PA is offered all over the world. this family-friendly event, visitors can throw an atlatl, For questions, please contact Gary at (831)801-9578 or to highlight historical agriculture with games, To locate additional times and locations of meetings, please go play Ohlone games, discover how to cook with hot Kristin at (831)345-6515 to our website at www.nar-anon.org. rocks, and much more! activities, and demonstrations that relate. We Event made possible by Mountain Parks Foundation and often have guest appearances from farm animals SANTA CRUZ TENNIS CLUB RECOVERING COUPLES ANONYMOUS MEETING California State Parks. www.parks.ca.gov like llamas, draft horses, sheep, goats, chickens, 9 a.m., Soquel High School Tennis Courts 10:30 a.m.–noon, Sutter Maternity, 2900 Chanticleer Ave, SC rabbits, and more! You are sure to find something The nonprofit Santa Cruz Tennis Club meets every RCA is a 12 step group for couples. Our primary purpose Friday September 20 fun and entertaining for the whole family. Saturday morning at the Soquel High School courts WATSONVILLE WELLNESS FAIR Check our website and Facebook page for more details. FREE is to stay committed in loving and intimate relationbeginning at 9:00 am. We play doubles and mixed ships and to help other couples achieve freedom from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Santa Cruz CORE Fitness + Rehab doubles, mostly at an intermediate level, and switch dysfunctional relationships. All couples are welcome Sundays whether married or partnered. Some of us are new in our Center, 50 Penny Lane, Watsonville around the players every 45 minutes. NAR-ANON SANTA CRUZ coupleships and seek to build intimacy together. We have Santa Cruz Core + Think Local First present the first Balls are provided. $2 for first time visitors. 6:30 p.m., Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center (Sutter Watsonville Wellness Fair! The fair is an interactive & all found help in Recovering Couples Anonymous. Room), 2900 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz educational day devoted to all things health & lifestyle For more information visit our website: https://santacruzrca.org Second Saturdays Each Month Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for related. or email us at rcasantacruz@yahoo.com 2ND SATURDAY ON THE FARM families and friends of addicts. There are no The event is being held at CORE’s NEW Watsonville 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Ag History Project Center at the Santa Cruz dues or fees to join. Just come to a meeting. You location. There will be food, drinks, music, vendor FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH BIBLE STUDY County Fairgrounds will hear others, who are going through similar booths, & complimentary services provided by 9:45 a.m: Bible Study • 11 a.m.: Worship Join us every 2nd Saturday on the Farm for free problems, talk about how they cope and find CORE. Bring your kids, bring your friends, bring your 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos family activities. Each month we select a new theme recovery. First Baptist Church of Aptos welcomes you to join their neighbors-any and all are welcome! n

“Safety Tips” from page 19 Motorists must stop when they are behind a bus, meeting the bus or approaching an intersection where a bus is stopped. Motorists following or traveling alongside a school bus must also stop until the red lights have stopped flashing, the stop arm is withdrawn, and all children have reached safety. This includes two

and four-lane highways. If physical barriers such as grassy medians, guide rails or concrete median barriers separate oncoming traffic from the bus, motorists in the opposing lanes may proceed without stopping. Do not proceed until all the children have reached a place of safety. Prepare For Emergencies now what the emergency plan is at your child’s school in case a disaster

or an unforeseen event occurs. Develop a family emergency plan so everyone will know who to contact and where to go if something happens while children are at school and parents are at work. Details are available at redcross.org/prepare. Take A First Aid Class he Red Cross First Aid App provides instant access to information on handling

the most common first aid emergencies whether it is before, during or after school. Download the free app by searching for ‘American Red Cross’ in your app store or at redcross.org/apps. Learn and practice First Aid and CPR/AED skills by taking a course at redcross.org/takeaclass. n ••• For more information, please visit redcross. org/bayarea or find us on Facebook and Twitter.

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any of the most popular plants are expected to bloom to add color and fragrance to the garden. Many others are grown to produce fruit or vegetables. Some are appreciated for their foliar color in autumn. Big trees are grown for shade. Turf grasses are grown as lawn. Evergreen shrubbery makes hedges. It seems that all plants perform particular tasks in the gardens, which they inhabit. Ferns only need to provide rich foliage. They do so very efficiently, with remarkably stylish and distinctive textures, and deep green color. Most ferns are evergreen, so only need to be groomed of their old foliage as it gets replaced by new foliage. Most of the few deciduous ferns are bare only briefly during their respective dormant seasons. Some can grow wild without any grooming at all. Many ferns are famously tolerant of partial shade that is too dark for many other types of plants. Many are tolerant of confinement, so are happy in pots, planters and small atriums, or under stairs. Some ferns that are tolerant of both shade and confinement are popular as houseplants. Those that get too big or their situations are generally easy to dig and relocate, or divide into more plants.

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Their leafstalks are thin like hair.

There are only two species of tree fern that are common here; the Australian tree fern, and the New Zealand tree fern. Australian tree fern is taller with leaner trunks. Tasmanian tree fern is short and stout. These and more rare tree ferns are the only ferns that leave the ground as they develop ‘trunks’ of tightly bundled fibrous roots dispersed through the decayed remains of their rhizomes. Their rhizomes are just their thick herbaceous stems. Those of tree ferns do not branch into more than a single terminal bud, so cannot be divided. Rhizomes of most other ferns split into clumps of a few or many individual budded rhizomes, which can be divided if they get too crowded. Leaves that grow from the rhizomes are known as fronds. The fronds of almost all ferns are divided into smaller leaflets known as pinnae, which are suspended by leafstalks known as rachi. ••• Highlight: Delta Maidenhair Fern ome of us might remember Delta maidenhair fern, Adiantum raddianum, as a houseplant that was popular for terrariums in the 1970s and into the 1980s.

S Such lacy foliage needs no bloom.

Although quite happy in terrariums, it eventually gets big enough to crowd other plants in such tight spaces. It prefers to be potted on a porch, or in a regularly watered and sheltered spot in the garden. It tolerates quite a bit of shade. Regular watering is important to keeping the foliage well hydrated, particularly among potted plants that are unable to disperse their roots into surrounding soil. The stolon’s bellow the foliage are not so sensitive, so can regenerate new foliage if partly desiccated old foliage needs to be cut back. They want good rich soil or potting media, and appreciate occasional application of fertilizer. Individual fronds (leaves) have the potential to get as long as a foot, and half as wide, although they are mostly significantly smaller, and might be only half as long. Each frond is intricately divided into many small leaflets that are almost triangular, except that their out edges are curved and scalloped. Foliage is lighter green than that of most other ferns. Rachi (leafstalks) are black and thin. n ••• Horticulturist Tony Tomeo can be contacted at tonytomeo.com.

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