Aptos Adopt-A-Family 2013 is our 20th year providing for families in hardship. Twenty years ago, a local businessman in Aptos was diagnosed with inoperable cancer. As the cancer progressed, he was unable to work or support his family as the holidays approached. Our community put on a huge Spaghetti feed and the money collected went to help his family. Full Story page 6
County Fair Board to hire Dave Kegebein Dave Kegebein, who left a prosperous business of growing strawberries two years ago to voluntarily take charge of a group of volunteers in managing the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, told the fairgrounds board of directors October 22 that he needs to get back to work, but he’s willing to be employed by the fairgrounds. Full Story page 11
The Original Downtown Aptos
The development of Aptos has been a topic of debate for many years. Recently, we have seen an increase of activity. The Aptos Blue housing project, built on the historic Vicente Castro property, is nearing completion. The Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center, who celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2012, was recently purchased by Safeway who plans on expanding its grocery store and gas station in addition to doing a major remodel of the shopping center. Full Story page 9
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Safeway has begun a community dialogue about a revised plan for renovating the Rancho del Mar Shopping Center. “We want to assure that residents have direct access to project decision makers,” she said. Karbo will oversee the planning, construction and leasing process. continued on page 4
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“Rancho Del Mar” from page 1 “We are committed to engaging the center and the Safeway that is uniquely proposal for Rancho del Mar is submitted to Santa Cruz County, there will be many opportunities for public comment and discussion. Karbo told us, “One of the criticisms of the original plan was that the new Safeway store looked too massive overlooking Soquel Drive. Reducing the footprint of the proposed Safeway store from 60,000 to 55,000 square feet makes it possible to create a new public plaza. A small building was added on the east side of the driveway entrance to the front of Safeway to break up the view of the store from Soquel Drive driving west.” Another change they made was to
move the buildings on the upper level further back from the street. This will provide a pedestrian deck overlooking Soquel Drive, which also can be used by spectators for community events such as The 4th of July, and Aptos Homecoming Parades. The individual retail stores on the upper level will also have space between them which breaks up the façade into smaller shapes.” The existing Safeway is 34,800 square
Safeway. “ There are problems we cannot store again.” He said that an updated, full-service Safeway would meet the code requireclass, 21st century grocery store. Safeway envisions a greatly expanded organic section and numerous specialty areas such
as a meat department that allows butchers to directly communicate with customers. A a warmer customer experience. The dock and “back room” would be properly sized so that the shelves and produce were more freshly stocked. Customers would shop in wider aisles with disabled access. The a more expedited check-out. Another concern many had expressed was that the renovated shopping center would include not only a larger Safeway store but also a big box store. Karbo told us that the current Safeway building would house Aptos Ace Hardware and possibly another current occupant leaving only another 6,000 sq feet to lease. All the other retail spaces that will be available are purposely too small for large retailers. “Rancho Del Mar” page 10
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Aptos Adopt-A-Family: Making a Difference in a Time of Need!
2013 is our 20th year providing for families in hardship
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wenty years ago, a local businessman in Aptos was diagnosed with inoperable cancer. As the cancer progressed, he was unable to work or support his family as the holidays approached. Our community put on a huge Spaghetti
feed and the money collected went to help Times, and a friend worked tirelessly to collect toys, food, clothes, rent money, and more to carry his family through the coming months. This was the birth of Adopt-a-Family.
van, lifts, food, clothes, toys bikes, rent, phone bills, physical therapy—gifts that helped a family to enjoy the holidays. One year Adopt-A-Family was able to donate a $4,000 wheelchair lift to a local family.
Scouts have adopted families. Churches, loss of job, anyone can become unable parents, those who could only give one toy and those who could to manage without provide a sizable help. Members of “I will always be grateful check…it has been our community, from because God sent angels to children to seniors, my family this year. I thank in a very generous from mothers to you with all my heart.” community. single dads, to entire Those of us who families have been are blessed enough to in such a beautiful adopted and helped by Adopt-a-Family. Over the years there have been hun- area often forget that there are many famdreds of stories, and thousands of gifts. ilies, some of whom are our neighbors, that Gifts of wheelchairs, a handicap accessible need help. The Thanksgiving, Chanukah,
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and Christmas holiday seasons are a time of celebration. But for some families there are no feasts or Chanukah gifts or presents under a Christmas tree. There is no joy for them in telling their children there will be no special turkey dinner or that Santa isn’t coming this year. “Adopt-A-Family” page 9
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and to the public on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday night and Saturday morning, books sell for $2 per pound (think one fat hardcover or a couple $5 per grocery bag starting at 1 p.m. Saturday. Books on tape, CDs and DVDs, as well as some special books are priced separately. Call 831-427-7707, ext. 7796 or visit fscpl.org for more information. Draft EIR Presented to Water Agency Board WAtSoNVIllE — Work is moving forward on adoption of an updated of the Pajaro Valley Water Management seawater intrusion into the Pajaro Valley groundwater basin. A draft
the BMP process was presented to the PVWMA Board during their October 23, 2013 meeting. The California
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from school, playing, riding their bikes, dangerous driving habits deserve punishment. Again, Kudos to those who help our neighborhood maintain safety. Signed: Caring Residents of Palmer Ave.
Speed limit signs were installed, an electronic speed advisor board has been placed and, thanks to the CHP and Supervisor there are more steps in the works to stop the dangerously ridiculous speeding through this neighborhood of many children. There are many children walking to and
potential environmental impacts of projects
36 Brennan Street and the Watsonville Main as well as the Watsonville Freedom Branch
Bargain hunters at he Friends book sale book sale last May
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of Supervisors Chambers. Public comments may be submitted at the meeting or in writing by noon on Wednesday prior to the meeting to info@sccrtc.org. The RTC also issued a “call for projects” to local jurisdictions for constructing segments of the trail. Approximately $5.3 million is available, which includes federal earmark funds secured by Congressman Sam Farr. For more information about the Trail Network project, please view the Trail Network project website. Please check this site for the RTC agenda packet or sign up for the RTC’s agenda packets are posted online.
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The Original Downtown Aptos By Kevin Newhouse
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he development of Aptos has been a topic of debate for many years. Recently, we have seen an increase of activity. The Aptos Blue housing project, built on the historic Vicente Castro property, is nearing completion. The Rancho Del Mar Shopping Center, who celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2012, was recently purchased by Safeway who plans on expanding its grocery store and
gas station in addition to doing a major remodel of the shopping center. The plan
landowner in Aptos. The Rancho Aptos was perfect for Castro, who was a very
proposed over 30 years ago, appears closer than ever to begin operations. With all of
was primarily a cattle-rancher who made
business district in Aptos.
downtown to be today’s Aptos Village where the Aptos Station Center and Bay View Hotel are located. The Village is a very old part of town with some great original retail buildings and some wonderful stories. For example, CafÊ Sparrow is housed in the Aptos Cash Store building
fact, early passers-by were permitted to kill the cattle for meat, so long as they left the hides. wharf in Aptos where Aptos Creek empties into the bay. The wharf was used to ship Wharf Road at the east end of Aptos Village Square served as the connection between
The Arano Store
direct access to the bay was blocked when the Highway 1 freeway was built in the late referred to them as “Mr. and Mrs. Van� and they referred to the store as “Vans Store�
original “downtown.� The original center of town was just up the road where the located today. When Rafael Castro was granted over 5,500-acres of land from the Mexican gov-
Joseph Arano
“Adopt-A-Family� from page 6
help out with needed medical equipment, home care, etc. Sponsors provide their “adopted� family with gifts and sometimes decorations and a tree. Though the adopted family identity is anonymous, some of them choose to meet their sponsor. Some families
tight budgets, remember that there are those in our communities who may have no earnings at all or no place to call home. There are people from all walks of life who undergo changes in circumstances that force them to depend on others to of these families have stayed friends over help keep their families from becoming the years. Adopt-A-Family helps by profractured and feeling that there is no hope. with the gifts that the That’s where Aptos Adopt-A-Family “You have allowed us to add sponsor family has provided. comes in and cona little extra blessing to our Please give us a nects families with
son’s Christmas this year.�
that by helping others, it makes you a better person and brings the true meaning of the season into your life. Aptos Adopt-A-Family focuses lenges due to medical catastrophe within their family. Death or illness in a family is devastating and can emotionally and
you can adopt a family this year or how you can help make this a Merry Christmas for one of our families by donating to the program. The Aptos Adopt-A-Family committee asks you to adopt a family or just one child, or send your donation in the form of gifts
fairly to others.
The store also served as a town clock
At the top of Aptos Wharf Road is a small white house with red shutters on the windows. This house is where the
School was a one-room schoolhouse built in 1871 on land that was donated by Rafael road at today’s 7851 Soquel Drive. The teacher used to send students to the Arano general store to get the time as the school had no clock and the teacher could not
home was constructed around 1867 for its original tenants Joseph and Augustia Arano. Augustia was one of Rafael Castro’s daughters. The two-story home was built to serve as a grocery store on the bottom
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don’t hesitate to call and let us know. All referrals are anonymous.
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“Rancho Del Mar” from page 4 A third area of unease expressed was about the Safeway gas station. The current two island, eight-pump layout is The proposed layout will be re-oriented east to west with three islands and 18 pumps with entrances and exits to both State Park and Soquel Drives. The footprint of the renovated shopping center will still be one of many small retail spaces several medium sized spaces and one anchor store — Safeway.
The parking area is not one large sea of asphalt but is broken up into smaller areas close to the businesses they serve. The major driving factor in the redesign of the shopping center into two distinct levels was the Americans
Safeway,” said Keith turner, Director of Public
requirements for access. Karbo said that PDC’s biggest hurdle would be the
and the requirements that could be imposed because of it. “We agree that Rancho Del Mar is a community resource,” said Karbo, “And that it should be flexible enough to accommodate as many local small businesses as practical. That is why we are working to provide Aptos with a diverse and vibrant shopping center that reflects the community in both looks and character. We want our tenants to be
“there are problems we cannot solve by simply store again.”
proposed design meets all the ADA
vital and stable up to and through the renovation. We are encouraging them to remain in the center while we are working on the plan. They will continue to pay their current rent plus their portion of a recent increase in property taxes.” Ace Hardware and Aptos Shoes have already negotiated leases in the renovated center. Comerica, Rite Aid and the
extension and has expressed interest in the new center. Aptos Cinema recently renewed their lease for two more years. “We strongly believe in keeping the local
Karbo said. Story By Noel Smith
“Downtown Aptos” from page 9 The railroad built in the mid-1870s encouraged lumbering in the Aptos hills in expanded across the creek to support the industry. Joseph Arano decided to build a grand hotel in the center of the new part at his store to purchase the property at the
sister in law, Maria Antonia Castro. The Anchor House, whose name would later be changed to The Bay View Hotel, was completed in 1878. Upon completion, The Arano family moved their general store and living quarters from Aptos Wharf Road into the Bay View Hotel, thus ending the buildcenter. The Arano house and general store still exists today as the oldest house in Aptos and serves as a private residence. For more information about the Aptos History Museum, upcoming events, or becoming a member of the museum, please visit www.aptoshistory.org. Purchase
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County Fair Board to hire Dave Kegebein Volunteer CEO position turns into paid job starting in January By Jon Chown WAtSoNVIllE — Dave Kegebein, who left a prosperous business of growing strawberries two years ago to voluntarily take charge of a group of volunteers in
managing the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, told the fairgrounds board of directors October 22 that he needs to get back to work, but he’s willing to be employed by the fairgrounds.
Kegebein’s history with the fair goes back to his childhood when his father, John Kegebein, worked for the fairgrounds. The elder Kegebein celebrated his 50th year of service to the fair and has had as many retirements as Brett Favre. He retired in
job has actually turned into fun,” Kegebein History Project, housed at the fairgrounds. years old and have about 10 more years in my working career.”
2007 to help bail out the fair after it suddenly
due to a lack of funds. Bethke resigned and Dave Kegebein stepped forward to lead about a half dozen core volunteers who have since turned it around once again. The 2013 fair was one of its most successful
which had anticipated Kegebein’s departure in January and didn’t have a plan how to replace him with most of the directors feeling he really couldn’t be. so we could consider this,” director Don Dietrich told Kegebein. “We will probably Dave Kegebein (left) and his father, John
motion to hire you.”
entirely on the Agricultural History Project. Michael Bethke, who had recently resigned from the board, was hired in a somewhat controversial move to replace were back in the red by 2011 and the facility was even closed in December of that year
are back in the black. Dietrich suggested the board hire Kegebein in closed session at the next board Kegebeins, father and son, argued against that and said everything should be done and discussed in public. “Kegebein” page 15
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gathered, all dressed in pink, to form a Breast Cancer Awareness ribbon on the blacktop of our outdoor playground. We are also raising $500 dollars to donate to WomenCare a local organization that helps with Breast Cancer Awareness and provides free cancer advocacy, resources, education, and support to women, their families and friends. The kids were really into the picture and the pink — wonderful support from the junior highers at AJHS. From Brian Saxton, Principal, Aptos Jr High
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“Pink” day Celebrated at Aptos Jr High he picture below of “Pink” day, October 25 at Aptos Junior High School, was taken in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. At lunch a couple hundred students and some faculty
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One Teach One Basketball league hosted by Monte Vista Christian School. Joe Mendoza was named the MVP of the league. The Fog were
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Aptos High School Scoreboard Football Aptos Season Record (5-2, SCCAL 3-0) Aptos 49 – Scotts Valley 0 (October 26 @ Away) Aptos Stats:
Aptos Scoring: 36 yd pass from Alex Joh (Brooks
Team members not in photo: Forest Hays and Blake Welle.
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Totten of Soquel 6-4, 2-6, 6-3 in the semiof St. Francis on Wednesday with Casper winning the Championship. Knight and Kelly McMinn of Aptos advanced after winning two rounds while
and Grace Harrison of Soquel to advance The Mariners team of Knight and McMinn won the 2013 doubles championship with a 6-3, 7-6 victory over Kelly McMinn and Teagan Knight
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Holiday Crafts at Elks Lodge By Joyce Oroz, Aromas
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he annual Holiday Craft go to children with physical or mental needs and their families.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday, th 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. th
Christmas list, enjoy a good lunch spend goes to local artists and crafts people and supports the wonderful work done
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jewelry. “Where do they find over 40 venders of handmade, handcrafted items? How do they set it up and run it like clock-work?�
Christmas tree and many others. With
answer to those questions. Her name is Rosalie Johnson and she has been organizing this event every year for the last
will be selling my newest book in the Josephine Stuart Mystery series, Cuckoo Clock Caper, published by Cozy Cat Press. Sale
has created a very popular yearly event, one that enriches the community and puts handmade presents under my
LEFT: Copper jewelry and mermaids by Laurie Tholen. Marjorie Tholen selling her knitted items.
Rosalie also volunteers at the Watsonville Hospital.
purpose. is held at 121 Martinelli Street, put together such an extravawho sells her hand-knitted items and
First annual run drew over 300 runners to support vital school programs
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un and mild temperatures marked the 1st Annual Run for Rio 5K on October 13. The 5K and Fun Run drew many
families were welcomed into the streets around Seascape neighborhoods to particSome competitors even brought strollers, bikes and dogs. Kids of all ages took part in this non-competitive fund-raison run around Seascape Park. The Fun Run (and the event.
Male & Female 18 and Under Noah Price 17:15, age 17 Samantha Mundell Male & Female 18 and Over Michelle Prowse 17:34, age 31 A full list of runners can be found at: www. Run%20for%20Rio%202013%20results.pdf. Seascape Foods generously provided delicious and nutritious post-fuel food at the race celebration following the event. Thank you to all our sponsors: Seascape Village Fitness Foods, Fleet Feet Sports, Print Smith, Ship Smart, Deluxe Foods of Aptos, Santa Cruz County Parks, Granite Construction, The Bagel Café, The Beach Bean,
programs, including computer technology, programs, and curriculum materials.
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Properties, the Surfing Magician, Seascape Resort, Palapas, Red Apple Café, Yogurtland, and Curves of Aptos. All proceeds from the run dents by funding many vital
“Kegebein” from page 11 session last time, it would have been a said, indicating that other candidates had public support in 2011, but were not given enough consideration. “Somehow there has to be a better system in choosing managers.” Dave Kegebein said the pay range was set by the state and he would be seeking
who comes to work with his own heavy equipment, said it was necessary.
backhoes, the trucks — those take a lot of money to keep going and without outside Director Belgard said the board should still have plenty of time to start a new contract on Jan. 1. The board decided it would
be meaningless to conduct a search and do interviews, but did want to make certain the process they took was lawful. “This is one of the happiest days Christmas right now.” Aptos Times / November 1st 2013 / 15
Cabrillo Gallery Award Exhibition
Works By David Fleming and Diane R. Ritch are on display November 8 thru December 13 Reception & Artist’s Talk Thursday, Nov 7, 5:30 p.m.
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he Cabrillo Gallery presents David Fleming and Diane R. Ritch:
December 13. Please join the Gallery for a reception and artists’ talk Thursday,
of two award-winning artists selected from the juried exhibition, Tasty: Artists Playing With Food, by Gayle and Joe Ortiz of Gayle’s Bakery. Both Fleming and Ritch are long-time residents of Santa Cruz County and have equally contributed to the depth of the exhibiting a collection of recent work.
David Fleming is a prolific painter working with the human form in context to its environment. His oils on canvas are often accomplished in a fast and expressive approach and not necessarily stylistically similar. “Unlike many other lot of different styles fast,”
says
Fleming,
around, rather than labor over, one style for too long or
discarded elements, rusted or patinaed with age, to illustrate her stories. “My work moves through my life’s journey, reflects my values and grows from my passion for detail.” Exhibit runs November 8 - December 13. Artist’s Reception: Thursday, November 7, 5:30 p.m. Gallery Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 p.m. and Monday and Tuesday evenings 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Parking can be found
in any of the numerous metered parking areas. The Cabrillo Gallery is located in the Library building, room #1002, in the center of the uphill side of the Cabrillo College campus.
have anything in mind and the painting just takes on a life of its own.” Fleming’s work, Diane R. Ritch uses found objects creating two and three-dimenpiece creates a narrative to a certain time and place and perhaps an emotional response to that place. Ritch combines old and
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Some neighbors roar in protest, continue to threaten litigation By Jon Chown WAtSoNVIllE — Hoping to settle at least one potential legal fracas, the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds board of directors, during a special Tuesday night meeting, unanimously approved a contract The fairgrounds and the speedway had been negotiating a continuation of their current agreement, but whereas the fairgrounds felt that it expired at the end said John Prentice, operator of Ocean Speedway. He didn’t deny he might have taken the fairgrounds to court if the board had rejected the contract proposal and stopped the races. “We had an existing contract that we felt was valid,� Prentice said, choosing his words carefully. Unfortunately, the approval does not get the fairgrounds out of legal jeopardy. A group of neighbors have formed under the banner Community Alliance for Fairgrounds Accountability and have been
“This brings business to Watsonville,� he said, adding that he would miss the roar of the cars on Friday nights. But some neighbors don’t feel that at all. Whereas the contract that was approved allows race
shuts racing down at 11 p.m. Randy Repass, the most visible of the CAFA neighbors, said the issue was about being home on a Friday night and being able to enjoy dinner. He said the louder sprint cars were the real culprits.
away, CAFA sought restrictions of up to
people,� he told the board. “This contract has no noise limits, no fewer races and no reduced curfew times — three things we’ve been looking for.�
technology. The contract allows up to 30 races, more than CAFA would like, and
Both John Prentice and his wife Darlene Prentice, who is also an attorney, assured the board that they would continue to negotiate with neighbors, but needed the contract approved for the stability of their operation. “Speedway� page 19
noise and other environmental issues. Tuesday, attorney Jonathan Wittwer told another lawsuit against the fairgrounds if it approved the contract without adding
have a little more time,� he said. Building for the meeting and nearly all of them were in favor the speedway. They spoke of the racetrack’s family environment, its history and the economic boost it gave to Watsonville. “My father raced and my mother was
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If you have any questions, please call Dianne at the Chamber, 724-3900 or email: Dianne@pajarovalleychamber.com.
Chamber Office Closed Second Harvest Food Bank Holiday Food Drive Kick-Off Luncheon Reservations required. $20. Per person Cocoanut Grove, Santa Cruz 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Reservations required, please mention for Omega Nu when making your reservation with Café Rio. Percentage of your total bill to Omega Nu
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“Speedway” from page 17 we will stick to it and litigate,” Darlene Prentice said. Fair Manager Dave Kegebein told the directors, the neighbors and the large crowd that there was little doubt concessions by Ocean Speedway would have to be made and that if it wound up in litigation, some concessions would be forced. “Those of you who think that just
Kegebein said. But he was in favor of approving the contract because it was a better contract for the fairgrounds, kept Ocean Speedway operating and should improve conditions for the neighbors. with $60,000 in rent and $6,000 for utilities in 2014 and increases by $3,600 each year
that’s how it works in the court system of ground where everyone can live together,”
Before voting for approval, board director Don Dietrich admonished the
*Statistics are based on Healthgrades analysis of MedPAR data for years 2010 through 2012 and represent 3-year estimates for Medicare patients only.
racing community to do a better job of taking care of the track. “You treat our race track like a garbage dump. You dispose that costs us money. We shouldn’t have to haul have a dumpster of trash out community partners and take care of our fairgrounds.” After the contract was approved, John Prentice said he was happy with the meeting.
going to allow me to continue to work with the neighbors and they see the importance of the speedway in the community and what it brings to the community of WatsonRepass, although disappointed the contract was approved, said he wasn’t surprised by the decision and was happy to get his point across. this group, with all these people here, to make any other decision,” Repass said. “We were very happy to get our points across. We are making progress. We have a ways to go, but we’re making progress.”
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Aromas Bands Together A season with a special concert to help families in need at the second annual Aromas Bands Together, Sat. year’s inaugural event raised approximately $3,000 for Adopt-A-Family, a program of the Aromas Grange that makes the holiday season brighter for local families that are down on their luck. The event features performances from Aromas bands that volunteer their talents for this special evening. The lineup was still being set at press time, however, event
Crossing, has agreed to perform again this year. and the Rotary Club of San Juan Bautista. “We are thrilled by the generous donations of the time and talent of our local groups,” said Mindy Briggs, co-chair of Adopt-A-Family. “The Aromas Bands Together concert
makes it possible for us to reach out to more families and truly help them in meaningful ways.” Concert ticket recommended donations are $15 for adults, $10 for children. Food, beer and wine will be available for a separate charge, and we’re adding a special separate cover charge. Doors open at 6pm. The music starts at 7 p.m. The late show at the Aromas Grill starts at 10 p.m. For information call 726-2457 or 254-2444. The Aromas Community Grange is located at the corner of Rose and Bardue Avenues in Aromas.
Aromas Hills Artisans Holiday Art Festival Features local Artists
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his year the Holiday Art Festival will feature original art created by Aromas Hills Artisans, displayed under one roof at the Aromas Grange,
handmade, hand carved, hand painted treasures. The AHA Guild will wide
variety
paintings, prints, phot o g r a p h y, ceramics, stained glass, fused glass, jewelry, quilts, w o o d e n products and much more.
This year there will be a special book-signing table where half a dozen local authors will display their books. Meet the authors and buy books for yourself and your friends. Subjects range from fantasy to mystery to serious nonfiction to children’s books. Joyce Oroz will be signing her newest book in the Josephine Stuart Mystery series, Cuckoo Clock Caper. stroll through this wonderful selection of local artists’ work and then take time themselves, have a cup of hot cider and learn how the art was created. Homemade cookies and other goodies will also be for sale. The Aromas Hills Artisans numbers
Saturday, Nov. 16 Sunday, Nov. 17 10 am to 4 pm with a special preview for AHA members Saturday morning at 9:30 Aromas Grange Corner of Rose and Blohm.
who appreciate art are encouraged to join the group. Membership is only $25.00 per year. See you at this year’s Holiday Art Fes-
For more information, call Linda: 726-1786
Rotary Clubs & High School Interactors support Second Harvest Food Bank t may have been cold and damp on Saturday, October 12 but that didn’t dampen the spirits of 38 District 7 Rotary Club members and 37 high
Deaver, President of the Capitola Aptos Rotary Club. a service organization comprised of high school students and sponsored by Rotary
All seven Rotary Clubs in the area were represented at the Annual Barrel Wrap at the plan community activities and Second Harvest Food Bank raise money for local and interwarehouse. Starting at 7:30 AM national projects. They give Maurea Richmond and volunteers cheerfully removed back to Santa Cruz by serving Jordin Iniguez from last year’s wrap from the at events, engaging other stubarrels, re-wrapped in the 2013 Aptos High School Interact dents and promoting “Service banner, re-hauled to a stairway and lifted Before Self” a core value of Rotary. “Second Harvest” page 22 20 / November 1st 2013 / Aptos Times
DANCESynergy in Aptos Presents
‘It’s Santa Cruz Tonight!’ F rank Duncan, Founder and Artistic Director of pany’s 7th annual cabaret musical revue. Duncan has dedicated himself to injecting Santa Cruz with the razzledazzle sass and spice of musical theatre entertaining sold out houses for the past several years. This year Cabaret by the Bay Productions Presents
The show, created by Producer Frank Duncan and Director Mary Saxon, starts with Theodore Roosevelt’s landmark tation of Fred Swanton. Swanton was the mastermind behind creating a West Coast
media pageant of song and dance highlighting Santa Cruz’s history and diverse cultures, hosted by the county’s
in the country chronicled Roosevelt’s visit to Santa Cruz and instantly ignited
The principal performers are visand Carissa Gipprich along with locals Frank Duncan and David Jackson. Peggy Knorr, choreographer and dance captain,
Donitini, Cheryl Keenan, Tracey Murphy, Barrett returns as the show’s Costume Designer extraordinaire, recreating fashions from the past century.
gem by sapphire bay” seaside town.
Roaring 20s’ Bathing Beauty contestants, depression tests, tapping fruit, surfers, wine tasting, sailing and, of course, big Broadway dance numbers, are all part of the extravaganza celebrating the “restless paradise” of Santa Cruz. The 12 person troupe will sing and dance to well known show and pop tunes as well as original archived songs written about Santa Cruz, including “Standing Tall with Roosevelt” composed in honor of the President’s visit to the redwoods and his passion to preserve them.
“It’s Santa Cruz Tonight!” A musical revue in the Cabaret Style presented by DANCESynergy Dance Studio; 9055 Soquel Drive, Aptos, 95003 Free Parking two Weekends only – Fridays November 8 & 15 at Sunday November 10 at 2:30 pm & 6:00 pm tICKEtS: Reservations are required for all 8 performances $40 for show $30 for Seniors – Matinee only. Wine & cheese included in ticket price For reservations, call (831) 359-1630. For tickets online: www.dance-synergy.com
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held from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 125 Heather Terrace, Aptos These questions might help you answer “yes” to any of them, you might benefit from a memory screening.
or names in conversation?
the same thing over and over again? or driving? Second Harvest plans to provide 3.5 million meals locally between now and the end of the holiday season. Should you want to donate money to
brings adults and youth together to help end hunger and malnutrition throughout club go to www.rotary.org and see how you too, can get involved and make a difference in our community.
changes in my mood, behavior, personality, or desire to do things? Note: A memory screening is not used to diagnose any particular illness and does not replace consultation with a qualified physician or other healthcare professional. professionals will administer the memory screenings and provide educational materials about memory concerns, brain health and caregiving. The face-to-face screenings consist of a series of questions and tasks, and take five to 10 minutes to administer. AFA suggests memory screenings for anyone concerned about memory loss or experiencing warning signs of
believe they are at risk due to a family
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that our local families will not go hungry.”
group
Address Alzheimer ’s Disease” urges a greater emphasis on both early diagnosis and education about Alzheimer ’s disease and related dementias. However, an AFA survey of 2010 -
of Aptos in Aptos, CA will offer free, confidential memory screenings on
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see how their memory is now and for future comparisons. Screeners emphasize that results are not a diagnosis, and encourage individuals who score poorly as well as those who still have concerns to pursue a full medical examination. Such screenings are becoming increasingly important as the number
and 83 percent who were worried about their memory had not discussed their concerns with a healthcare provider. “Brain health should be on everyone’s radar screen, especially as you age. Memory screenings are a first but critical step toward finding out where you stand now and what additional steps you might need to take,” said Carol Steinberg, president of the Alzheimer ’s Foundation of America. Some memory problems, like those caused by vitamin deficiencies or thyroid issues, are readily treatable and even curable. Others might be due to Alzheimer ’s disease or a related dementia. Although there currently is no cure for Alzheimer ’s disease, early intervention can improve the quality of an individual’s cations may help slow progression of symptoms and diagnosed individuals can more readily participate in long-term care planning. Warning signs of Alzheimer ’s disease include forgetting people’s names and events, asking repetitive questions, loss of verbal or written skills, confusion and personality changes. Dubbed by many as a “silver tsunami,” the number of Americans with Alzheimer ’s disease is expected to triple to 13.8 million by mid-century. Advanced age is the greatest known risk factor for the disease, which results in loss of memory and other intellectual functions, and is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. For more information about National Memory Screening Day, call (toll free) 866-2328484 or visit www.nationalmemoryscreening.org.
SCottS VAllEY — Hospice of Santa Cruz County is proud to announce it has received a grant in the amount of $20,000 from the Hospice Hospice Foundation has granted over $20 million to local programs dedicated to strengthening and improving palliative, hospice and other end-oflife services. The grant is awarded to support Hospice of Santa Cruz County’s We Honor Veterans program and hospice services for patients County. Hospice of Santa Cruz County’s was started in 2011 to honor and thank hospice patients who served in the US military and to recognize and address the unique issues that veterans may provided compassionate hospice services to 165 military veterans. “This program is about recognizing
and thanking veterans for their service to our country. We believe that it’s never too late to give them a hero’s welcome home,” explains Cathy Conway, Vice lanthropy. By identifying veterans when they come on to hospice care, HSCC’s team of nurses, social workers, chaplains, hospice aides and trained volunteers can provide veterans with an opportunity to tell their stories and can link veterans and their families to services and benefits available to them. “’We Honor Veterans’ is one of our community programs that we could not continue without the support of our community and organizations like the Hospice Foundation,” Conway stated. Hospice of Santa Cruz County is the oldest and only non-profit hospice serving Santa Cruz and northern MonHSCC has provided helps patients live
medical care, emotional and spiritual support for the entire family is focused
on providing comfort, enhancing dignity and supporting personal choices for living with serious illness.
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Seymour Marine Discovery Center Seeks Volunteers! SANtA CRUZ — Have fun helping others learn about the importance of the
the Seymour Marine Discovery Center at The Seymour Center is seeking volunteers for its 2014 docent training class. Training begins on January 8 and concludes Classes meet each Wednesday evening and on Saturdays. Applications accepted
for adults 18 years of age and older. Seymour Center docents lead tours to the marine mammal overlook, interpret the exhibits and aquaria, and help visitors handle the seawater animals
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Girls Volleyball Aptos Season Record (19-7, SCCAL 11-1)
(25-16, 25-10, 25-12) (Oct. 17 @ Home) Aptos Scoring:
(25-13, 25-14, 25-12) (Oct. 24 @ Away) Aptos Scoring: Claire Coash 14 kills,
Water Polo Dueck 7 digs
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(25-21, 25-10, 19-21, 27-25) (Oct. 22 @ Away) Aptos Scoring: Claire Coash 10 kills, 7
Aptos Boys Season Record (4-6) Soquel 12 – Aptos 4 (Oct 29 @ Home) Aptos 10 – Monterey 9 (Oct 24 @ Away) Aptos Girls Season Record (5-5) Soquel 12 – Aptos 4 (Oct 29 @ Away) Santa Catalina 7 – Aptos 6 (Oct 24 @ Home)
Seventh Annual ‘Be the Difference’ Awards T he Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County and sponsors celebrated the 7th honoring the individuals, groups, and
into one of the largest Under her leadership the and most respected Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz Volunteer Centers in
County has grown tenfold from a tiny loaned space downtown into one of the largest and most respected Volunteer Centers in the Nation, with 18 programs, 3 facilities and nearly 10,000 volunteers engaged in volunteer center programming each year.
volunteerism in Santa Cruz County. The event took place at the Hotel Paradox Oct 17 to honor 50 local service champions.
programs, 3 facilities and nearly 10,000 volunteers engaged in volunteer center programming each year.
Karen Delaney said, “This event resonates with so many individuals and as such our pool of nominees has grown larger each
years alone, she has guided the organization towards:
think of a volunteer that has touched our lives in some way, big or small. The “Be the provide the annual Karen Delaney opportunity for the larger community to say thank-you and to share the powerful stories of our local change-makers.” Five nominees have been selected to receive special honors for their outstanding community work: business winners Santa winner the Tattoo Removal Program of Santa Cruz County, and individual winners Justine Dice and Roy Vigiliecca. from across the county, the Volunteer Center honored one of their own. 2013 marks the 30th
nology and innovation within the volunteer sector.
been a part of this,” states Delaney.
rounded by people who are kind, smart, generous and who take actions that make reality is a steady source of hope and happiness in my life,” states Delaney. For more information about the Volunteer Center visit www.scvolunteercenter.org
saving measures for the city and county through her guidance on Volunteer Center programs like Friends Outside of her work with the Volunteer Center, she is recognized as a go-to individual on numerous local boards and advisory com-
and the Human Care Alliance. Her list of accomplishments as a
advocates for helping others make their moments matter ”, states Volunteer Center Communications Coordinator Christine
has represented the Volunteer Sector in
Under her leadership the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County has grown tenfold from a tiny loaned space downtown
that volunteers have left on our public spaces, our beaches, and our way of life.
21st Century
Resource Center.
served on California Task Forces and Work Groups for four Governors, has served
walk away from a conversation with her believing they will change the world today with the work they do, whether they are heading out the door to update a database or
great satisfaction out of helping to harness this creativity towards meaningful action. With the right tools, training, and awareness about where the needs are, it is amazing what can be accomplished,” states Delaney. “Driving through our community
a multimillion-dollar partnership with County Redevelopment and
Karen Delaney with the organization. “We are thrilled to honor Karen’s achievements alongside of our local service champions as she is one of Santa Cruz
immediately recognizes her passion for community development and the local service movement. She is a true visionary and has a gift for motivating others.” “She is one of those individuals that
pathways that individuals take towards
Powell and George H. W. Bush and has served as a US representative for international governments seeking consultation “Due to her leadership and dedication we have a local home for all things volunteer related. The Volunteer Center serves as the “go-to” place to move ideas for community engagement to action,” With 30 years under her belt, Karen shows no sign of slowing down on her commitment to serve others. Karen it is about the creative process of helping individuals discover what they are passionate about.
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continues to fascinate authors and provide fodder for new novels. the latest person to fall under the spell of the famous American poet and
Cullen focuses on Frances Osgood, a struggling poet and mother of two children, who falls under Poe’s spell. Osgood meets the illustrious author of “The Raven” at a literary gathering and she is surprised that Poe has some knowledge
murders create some uncomfortable questions for Brockton since there seems to be a link to some of his past investigations. As the corpse count mounts, not only is time of the essence but it also appears there is a pattern here that points to some shattering revelations about Brockton. The Body Farm series has both entertained and fascinated those readers interested in forensics. This comes as no surprise because not only have the novels been well plotted and the characters believable but the science behind the series has been quite accurate. Of course, this is no surprise when you realize that Dr. Bill Bass, half of the himself a world-renowned forensic anthrolaboratory devoted to the study of human decomposition.
The Fallen Angel Osgood falls for her complicated, married lover, the situation becomes rather volatile as Virginia Poe, the frail wife of the writer, befriends Osgood. At this point, the story becomes as bizarre and twisted as one of Poe’s famous short stories. With the fates of these two women now intertwined, the tale of this romantic triangle takes some unexpected and surprising turns. of the book Cullen writes that when she began writing this novel her intention was “not to write a shivery tale”. That may have been the plan but that’s not how things once you begin reading this gothic story of misguided love.
Cut to the Bone William Morrow. $26.99 (Rating: Good) r. Bill Brockton, the brilliant and ambitious head of the University of Tennessee’s Anthropology Department, is ready to open a new research facility that has certainly opened some eyes. The forensic research the lab will engage will be cutting edge (no
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By Daniel Silva Harper. $9.99. (Rating: Excellent) rt restorer and former covert agent Gabriel Allon is back again in this realistic thriller that forces this reluctant spy to return to the realm of international conspiracies. After his last traumatic assignment that nearly spelled his end, Allon has taken refuge within the walls of the Vatican. He’s been asked to restore a Caravaggio masterpiece and is delighted to do so. But then one morning Allon is called from his conservation lab to the site of a tragedy at St. Peter’s Basilica. The curator of the antiquities department is found dead beneath Michelangelo’s splendid dome. The police suspect
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This novel, with its blend of art, intrigue and history, will, like its predecessors, keep the reader riveted to the page. As the story ricochets from the Vatican to St. Moritz, Berlin and Vienna one you’ll want to share with family and friends.
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By Anne Hillerman Harper. $26.99 (Rating-Very Good) nadette Manualito, the characters created by Tony Hillerman, were thought to be laid to rest when the prize winning mystery writer passed away in author ’s daughter has resurrected the series, set in The story opens with the retired
gunned down after breakfast one morning Fighting for his life in the intensive care unit of a Santa Fe hospital, the legendary Chee and his wife Bernadette handle the investigation to apprehend the person responsible for the shooting. Referencing some of the earlier stories and characters in the series, the key to unraveling this situation lies in the past. piece of native pottery, the couple must carefully reconstruct the private investithe shooting. After a few blind alleys, Chee and will allow them to piece together the days leading up to the attempt on their friend’s life and result in apprehending the killer. Although it is not essential to enjoying this novel, being familiar with the previous stories in this series will be
her father, she is also very knowledgeable and local color that have made the earlier novels so special.
the narration but, overall, this is an auspi-
With time, Anne Hillerman will become more comfortable in her role as the author of this series. There really isn’t a better person to continue the legacy passed more than one or two more novels to make this a seamless transition.
The Widow’s Walk League By Nancy Lynn Jarvis Good reads Mysteries. $12,95 (Rating: Very Good) t has been out a while, but if you missed the fourth installment of the Regan McHenry Real series by this local author, you’ll want to purchase a copy. Someone is eliminating the husbands of a group of women who gather for occasional walking outings. Santa Cruz real estate agent Regan McHenry knows some of the new widows and has been enlisted to sell their homes. As in the past, Regan can’t help but do a little sleuthing seemingly connected murders. With a few “red herrings” added to keep her reader guessing, Jarvis has again of local color. Santa Cruz County readers will not only love the cast of eccentric characters but also many familiar landmarks and events that are worked into the plot.
Congregational Church in Santa Cruz O tinguished Artist Series presented
Beethoven concert. A concert consisting of the works of a single composer could leave you with a feeling of incompleteness, unless the compositions win you over with their beauty and profundity, which was certainly the case in this concert. The charismatic Mr. audience’s
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moments of this superb work and ended the sonata as it began, with a display of joyful bravura that deserved the standing ovation he received.
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Aptos Chamber Events LED Lights Needed for the Aptos Village Christmas Tree
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lights or make a donation towards world wide fellowship of relatives getting new lights come to the and friends of addicts who have Aptos Chamber of Commerce by addiction. Three meetings are now will be stringing the new lights on being held in Santa Cruz County, on the tree for the Aptos Village Tree Sundays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. For a meeting near you call (888) 374-1164 or email saveyoursanity@aol.com For more information call: Visit http://nar-anon.org/Nar-Anon/ 831-688-1467 California.html for more information.
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Overeaters Anonymous
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its members were placed in jobs, Adoption/Child Welfare Orientation and we can help you too. Ongoing 6:30pm at the Santa Cruz SPCA, 6:00pm- 8:00pm 1400 Emeline 2685 Chanticleer Ave., Santa workshops will cover resume Cruz (cross street is Soquel Ave.). Avenue room 206, Santa Cruz. writing, communication, and interview skills.
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Orientations to Become Advocates for Children
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To register to one of the meeting 4:00pm-6:00pm, New Leaf Com- Tuesday of month (for location and for directions, please call munity Markets, 1210 41st Ave. details contact Danielle at 761Capitola (Also down town and at 2956 X102) South County, 5:30-7 454-4687.
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Freedom Forum Presents: Constitution Classes
7:00pm, Quaker Friends Meeting hours per week, to provide support, House, 225 Rooney St. Santa Cruz guidance, and a powerful voice in October 2: War Crisis Monday, ranging from meat dishes, court for children who have been For more information, visit http:// removed from their homes because to gluten-free, to vegan. Try a www.meetup.com/santacruzsample, get a recipe card, and learn freedom-forum/ welcome, men and bilingual folks tips for meal prep and leftovers. especially encouraged. Featured recipes are posted on Santa Cruz/ Monterey Bay Branch the New Leaf Community blog at To RSVP call 761-2956 Ext. 102, or email ADHD Support Group Meetings www.newleafcommunity.com. Danielle@casaofsantacruz.org 6:30-8:00pm Aptos Fire Station on Soquel Dr. Mondays, Wednesdays, pen Support meetings on Second Tuesdays each month and Thursdays second Wednesday. Adult Only Free Job Seek Workshop! Co-dependents Anonymous meetings on fourth Wednesday. 6:00pm-7:00pm, Gateway Bible o-dependents Anonymous Church, 5000 Granite Creek Rd. Any Questions, contact Judy is a 12-step group for people Brenis at (831) 818-9619. Scotts Valley. For more inforwho want healthy relationships and self esteem. Weekly meetings mation, visit http://hirewire.org
5 - 6:30 pm, Kauboi Grill & District seeking candidates for Sushi (8017 Soquel Drive) position on school board. Position Cruz and Watsonville. Cost: $5 members, $10 non-members vacant due to resignation of For a schedule and more oin us for a mixer at the new information, go to www.coda.org The board of trustees would like or e-mail gratefulcoda@gmail.com to appoint a new member who will or call (831) 469-6096. the new restaurant and network with others from the community. serve out until the next scheduled may call the Soquel Union
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Saturday November 2 Laird Talk about Water in California
10:00 am, Louden Nelson Com8:00 -12:00pm at Cabrillo College, munity Center, 301 Center St. Aptos. he Aptos Market, with over 7:00pm, Soquel Creek Water 80 vendors, is open year District Headquarters, 5180 round, with the best selections state of water in California. Soquel Dr. Soquel For more information or to make eetings are open to the public family activities, music, cooking a reservation, call Eileen Cross and the location alternates at ecross@cityofsantacruz.com or demos by professional chefs, between the City of Santa Cruz gardening workshops, seasonal call (831) 402-5213. Police Community Room, and fairs and events are a part of the the Soquel Creek Water District market. Headquarters. Wednesday November 6 Visit www.scwd2desal.org Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market A view from the cockpit: for more info. 9a.m.-1p.m. SV Community Center, September 11th, 2001 1:30pm-2:30 pm, 980 Freedom St. 360 Kings Village Drive Thursdays www.santacruzfarmersmarket.org Monterey Capitola-Aptos hat was it like for pilots as the events of September 11th unfolded? Find 12-1:30 p.m. at Seascape Golf Course. Third Saturdays of Each Month out at this exciting lecture presented by the Contact Chuck at 831-462-6092 Hopeful and Naturally Healing Gentrain Society of MPC. or e-mail charleswhitt@att.net for Lectures are free. For more Peer Support Group more information. 3:00pm-5:00pm, 12855 Boulder information, call (831) 646-4224. St. Boulder Creek Second Thursdays each month or any woman living with any Monday November 11 Veterans of Foreign Wars degree of depression, anxiety, Vetrans Day Dinner 6:30 pm, 2259 7th Ave. Santa Cruz ommander Ronals Petty leads childcare and well-behaved dogs are Doors open at 5:30 pm, the meetings. Resurrection Church Knights of For more information, call (831) provides encouragement and CAM Colombus at Markey Hall, 7600 475-9804 Soquel Dr. Aptos (complimentary and alternative elebrate Vetran’s day by dining Second and Fourth Thursdays wishing to explore safe, natural tri-tip dinner prepared by Chef Cabrillo Host Lions Club alternatives to promote mental Adrianne Saldivar-Meier. A no host 7:00pm at the Cabrillo Comhealth in a positive atmosphere. bar with beer, wine, and soda will munity Center, Aptos Village Please RSVP if possible: be available, along with musical Park, 100 Aptos Creek Rd. for more information e-mail entertainment. ublic is invited to all dyane@baymoon.com. The cost is $15 for adults, and $7 for programs. Contact President children. Proceeds raised by this event Jess Allen 831-684-2721 or Past Sundays will go to support charities such as President Barbara ChamOver-Eaters Anonymous hospice. Reservations can be made by berlain at 831-688-3356 for 9:00am-10:15am, Sutter calling Jerry at (831) 684-2879 or by Maternity and Surgery Center, e-mailing jer63jan@sbcglobal.net. No or information or visit www. 2900 Chanticleer Ave. Sc. tickets will be sold at the door. cabrillohostlions.org. A is a 12-step support group for those who wish to stop Wednesday November 20 Third Thursday each month eating compulsively. All are Legislating Medicare: What’s welcome. 7:00pm, Firehouse on Soquel Dr. Aptos Free childcare with advance happening now? What are they peakers helping speakers get reservation by 5pm, Fridays. Call planning for the future? gigs. (831) 429-7906. 1:30pm-2:30 pm,980 Freedom St. Call (831) 332-8221 for more Monterey information. Church Bible Study/Worship earn more about medicare 9:45am: Bible Study; 11:00: Fridays Worship, First Baptist Church lecture presented by the Gentrain Clutterers Anonymous 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos Society of MPC. 5:30-6:45 Sutter Maternity & ooking for a church? Come Lectures are free. For more inforSurgical Center, 2900 Chanticleer mation, call (831) 646-4224.
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Santa Cruz, Sirena Andrea will be producing an original storytelling performance of the Brothers music by Jack Hanley’s one-man band, original set designs by local ampunk style costumes by Rachel Philips and Mandala lighting design by Sara Greene. Evening performance will only be appropriate for those over 12 years. Adults are $15 in advance $20 at the door. Children under 12 are $10. More information available at www.sirenaandandrea.com. To purchase tickets, visit brownpapertickets.com.
Saturday November 16
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7:00pm, Santa Cruz Highschool Auditorium ,415 Walnut Ave. he Gold Standard Chorus Presents “Happy Trails�, a joyful western-themed song fest.
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First Fridays each month The artists are requested to submit a full color design and their First Friday Art Tour Saturday November 16 he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Applications may be picked up at Saturday November 2 Sunday November 17 Scotts Valley City Hall, or on the Arts event, managed in conjunction Poppy Farm Fair Aromas Hills Artisans Presents: City’s website. Submissions are to with the participating art venues. The Holiday Art Festival event takes place year-round and and Bluegrass Jubilee illuminates some of the most talented 10:00pm-5:00pm, Native Revival 10:00am-4:00pm, Aromas Hill regular hours. local artists from local galleries. Nursery, 2600 Mar Visa Dr. Aptos Artisans Any questions, call (831) njoy the work of the Aromas 438-1000. in a First Friday art tour, visit Hill Artisans all under one roof at the Aromas Grange, and choose galleries are open 12-9 pm for that special holiday First Friday viewings.) California Bluegrass Society, event will feature food, music, goats, arts Wednesday November 20 Second Fridays each month and crafts. Tickets are on sale now. Freedom Forum Presents: Big Band Dance Everyday $20 in advance and $25 at the door. 7:30pm-10:00pm, at Mid-County Take Back Your Power Bob Finegan’s Wooden Box Senior Center 829 Bay Ave, Capitola coupon for purchases at the nursery. Doors open at 6:30, 1900 17th Show at Aptos Library allroom dancing to live Ave. Santa Cruz 11:00am-7:00pm, Aptos Library music by The 10th Ave. Band. Learn more about event by visiting ilmmaker Joshua del Sol poppyfarmfair.wordpress.com. he display consists of about will take us on a journey of atmosphere, free parking. Open to 25 decorated small boxes revelation and discovery, as we Arts and Crafts Faire illustrating the use of marquetry, fancy veneers, copper panels that Suggested donation, $6 per person. 9:00am-2:00pm, Spring Lakes “smartâ€? meters and wireless techhave been treated with chemicals information, call (831) 476-4711. Park Clubhouse, 225 Mount nology‌and corporate practices Hermon Rd. Scotts Valley to yield unusual patterns, and of tapping into private information andcrafted gifts for all ages at other techniques. and eroding our rights in the name Fourth Saturdays reasonable prices. of “greenâ€?. For more information, call (831) Tuesdays 2:30-4:30 pm, Porter Memorial 247-4206. latest science and data. What you BINGO Library, 3050 Porter St. discover will surprise you, unsettle 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, November 23: Sigrid you, and inspire you to challenge 150 Jewell St. Friday November 8 remarkable essays and memoirs. osted by Soquel Sports the status quo. 104min. Saturday November 8 Don’t miss these authors! Full snack bar available. First Holiday Craft Event Tuesday of each month is Second Sundays Each Month 10:00am-5:00pm, at “The Lodge Saturday November 23 special $25 buy in (up to five on the Cornerâ€? 121 Martinelli St. Downtown Santa Cruz 2:30-4:30 pm, Porter Memorial Watsonville Antique Fair www.soquelsports.com Library, 3050 Porter St. ree admission, drawing for 9:00am-4:00pm, Lincoln St. ovember 23: Sigrid prizes, lunch available from Wednesdays 11:00 am on both days. Peninsula Banjo Band remarkable essays and memoirs. antiques and unique items. Come 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Harry’s Hofbrau, Dont miss this authors! Saturday 390 Saratoga Ave, San Jose a wide assortment of treasures orty-seven years of including books and photographs, November 9 performing in the Bay vintage jewelry, clothing, glass and Area, over 250 popular tunes. ceramic collectibles, vintage hawaiian Cabrillo Chorale Come see our band for Free in kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, Presents Selections
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ver the last few months a lot has been written about the political debate over water supply in the City of Santa Cruz and Soquel Creek Water Disfocused around the City’s decision to further study the feasibility of supply
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include more public participation in that process. The SCWD2, partner with the City in the desal study, has vowed to continue on a process of supply augmentation combined with possible drastic cuts in water usage. Both districts have been working hard to address a real crisis facing our county. Why does all of this matter? ater policy has remarkable eco-
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on our district - and decisions being considered by SCWD2 and others could have a very real impact on jobs, small and local businesses, home prices, and the environment. While the County Board of Supervisors has no direct authority over the independently-elected SCWD2 or the City,
with the districts and community leaders to discuss current proposals and what role we can play to ensure sustainability. After all, this is more than simply a discussion about water tions of not having that supply will have on the environment, economy and more. Impact on the Economy or example, let’s assume the Soquel Creek Water District (which provides water to much of
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new hookups. All of these things are currently under discussion. What would this mean for jobs or locallyowned small businesses? Can a small
curtailment? While a national chain might be able to have corporate absorb such costs a local business owner playing on thin margins may not. How about investment in remodeling storefronts, rehabbing buildings or building something new? Without new hookups or unat-
impact does that have on jobs in our district? What impacts does inaction have on the environment? With the district in overdraft and salt water intrusion a very real crisis, inaction is clearly not a sustainable or environmental option.
This is just a small set of what impacts these decisions can have. What are the Answers?
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become too politicized and focused singularly on whether desal is the answer. Regardless of your opinion on it we need to acknowledge some facts: we use less water in our area the population has grown steadily due to strong conservation measures. of conservers in the State - yet we are still over-drafting the aquifers and have been for quite some time. alistic that we can conserve our way out of the problem. We need to have on the supply side. Regardless of what the experts end up proposing, we should be prepared for a goal of ways to conserve on the margins.
cally increases rates and curtails usage and the neighboring district does not your
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as we move forward. But we need and we need to take the political arguments out of them. After all, the stakes are too high and there are real
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to address this very real issue. that do to home values within a certain district?
As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Feel free to call at 454-2200.
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The Santa Cruz County Symphony Presents:
‘Fantasy & Fate’ featuring Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony
And Austin Huntington performing Shostakovich’s Cello Concerto No. 1
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concert that left audiences and critics thirsty for more, the Santa Cruz County Symphony’s new maestro, Daniel Stewart will re-introduce local music-lovers to the most well-known
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Hide Your Cell Phone; It’s Anthony the Wiener! can be. He’s in the running for a loving home and promises to be loyal
new situations and remain consistently sweet. He promises to leave scandals and controversy to the real politicians. All puns aside, this truly awesome seven year-old Standard Dachshund is adoptable and waiting for you at the Santa Cruz SPCA. His previous owner passed away, leaving poor Anthony without a home. Because of his calm and cool demeanor, Anthony the Weiner has become a events and always steals the hearts of everyone he meets because he never fails to gentle and respectful when interacting with people, other dogs and even cats. Anthony is on the larger side of a standard size Dachshund, weighing in at nearly 20 lbs. Although his natural build is larger, he could stand to lose a pound or two as it’s important to keep the weight of this breed under control.
The Santa Cruz SPCA is a 501c3 charitable organization and receives no government funding, relying solely on public donations to run its many programs that Cruz SPCA at 465-5000, or visit www.spcasc.org. The SPCA is located at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz, CA 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 p.m. The SPCA Mall Adoption Center and Gift Shop is located at the Capitola Mall near Target and is open on Friday from 11am-5pm and Sat-Sun 11am-4pm.
16 at 8:00 pm at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium with an encore matinee performance on Sunday, pm at Watsonville’s Mello Center for the Performing Arts. The concert opens with Maurice Ravel’s enchanting Ma mère
Daniel Stewart Goose suite. This musical collection of French fairy tales the magical world of childhood fantasy in music. The wondrous joy of Ma mère l’oye is truly contagious, and invites audiences to indulge in their secret worlds of imagination. The Symphony then welcomes to the stage cellist Austin Huntington, winner petitions. Austin made his solo orchestral debut at the age of 10 and has performed phony, the San Jose Chamber Orchestra, the Peninsula Symphony and the Marin Symphony. He’s performed at Music in the Vineyards and has collaborated with artists
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Dudamel. Austin will perform Shostakovincredibly challenging, but soulful work that is perhaps the most popular cello concerto of the 20th Century. Beethoven’s Fifth. While the simple yet
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8 notes is probably unparalleled in classical music, there there is far, far more to this masterpiece than the familiar “Duhduh-duh Dah …” The heart-stopping introduction opens a world of impassioned musical complexity that has reached deep into the hearts of countless listeners around the world over two centuries, and signaled
the dawn of a new era in classical music. This transformative work promises to grip you in a raw primal way and transport symphony Beethoven illustrates the emotional realm of the human condition in all its glory and adversity. As Beethoven himself said of the work’s theme, “Thus fate knocks at the door …” “Fantasy & Fate” Concert Saturday, November 16 at 8:00 pm Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium Sunday Matinee Nov. 17 at 2:00 pm Mello Center for the Performing Arts, Watsonville Free pre-concert talks take place before both performances: at 7 PM in the Civic Auditorium, prior to the Saturday evening Mello Center, prior to the Sunday matinee concert. The Pre-concert talks are free and open to all concertgoers. tickets: now on sale: 831.420.5260 or SantaCruzTickets.com available by calling 462-0553, ext. 10. Student Rush: On the day of the between 6:30-7:30pm at the Civic Box
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