‘Angels’ of the Year Awards Dinner This event is held at Scopazzi’s Restaurant, which allows us to honor individual volunteers, businesses, churches, service clubs, and schools, who have given so much in labor and monetary contributions. Their contributions ensure that area residents during their time of need receive direct aid assistance in the form of emergency food, crisis rent, utility help, holiday projects food and gifts, educational assistance for children and disaster relief, before during and after. Full Story on page 2
The Original Santa Cruz Nutcracker Welcome to The Nutcracker! — A favorite holiday tradition for people of all ages. No matter what your relationship to this wondrous music, no matter how many times you may have attended, danced in or played in the orchestra, all agree that The Nutcracker is a gift. Full Story on page 6
Candle Lighting Children’s Memorial Worldwide Candle Lighting Children’s Memorial Ceremonies scheduled in Santa Cruz, Watsonville and Salinas for parents who have lost a child of any age by any circumstance hosted by Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services, Hospice of Santa Cruz County, and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. Full Story on page 5
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Remember Santa’s Village? T he reaction is always the same ... “Aaww, I went there when I was a kid.” Almost everyone in Santa Cruz, over a certain age, remembers Santa’s Village in Scotts Valley. Open year-round, it has come to represent a simpler time when even adults believed in the joy of Santa Claus.
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Valley Churches United Missions Presents
19th Annual ‘Angels’ of the Year Awards Dinner T he 19th annual “Angels of the Year” awards dinner will take place Thursday, Dec. 5 at Scopazzi’s Restaurant. Valley Churches United Missions honors individual volunteers, businesses, churches, service clubs, and schools who have given so much in labor and monetary contributions. Their contributions ensure that area residents, during their time of need, receive direct aid assistance in the form of emergency food, crisis rent, utility help, holiday projects food and gifts, educational assistance for children and disaster relief, before during and after. Since 1982, Annette Marcum and our
to be exemplary service volunteers and contributors.
this work. Linda Lovelace, a volunteer since 1989 was hired in 2001 as Operations Director. Linda Meyer who volunteered every day for over a year was hired as Assistant Operations Director. We honor people tonight who have proven
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Our 2013 Angels of the Year Awardees Individuals For exemplary service awards working in our food pantry, food bag assembly, administration, delivery, computer work, food distribution, holiday projects, disaster center, building repair and maintenance. Phil Cleveland – is a volunteer and donator since 2009. He cuts the wood and delivers to clients unable to pickup assigned by pantry client intake workers. Grace Cunningham – is a food pantry volunteer. Grace make it her job to come in
“Grace look forward to coming to work with a Christian Heart.” Richard and Teresa Determan – Richard is a board member. Richard and
Teresa have inspired St. Michael’s Catholic Church to VCUM high on their list of charities to support. This year they were able to have VCUM receive funding from their Annual Golf Tournament as well as all our event food drives, etc. Shirley Miller – Shirley is an example of what VCUM is all about. She and her family were assisted in the
1992 when one of her children wrote her Letter to Santa and we were able to reach out to her family. Remembering this she started to volunteer in the food pantry filling bags, stocking shelves, helping unload deliveries and with the clients carry outs. “Awards” page 10
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“Santa’s Village” from page 1 Noel Smith, editor at Times Publishing, remembers stopping there while visiting Santa Cruz. Having been to other theme parks around the country, Noel was Village was: “There was great attention to detail to make it as realistic as possible.” As a kid, I thought it was pure magic that Santa’s Village had a North Pole that was always icy and freezing cold. I wanted to lick it to see if my tongue would really stick, but my mom was always watching. So many memories... Claudia Brown went there as a reward for having her tonsils out. Christine Giulianelli writes, “I have such fond memories of Santa’s Village. I have pictures of Santa on the trolley waving to me on the snowball ride (like Disneyland’s teacups). It was a magical place for kids.”
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theme park in the country. Number one opened Memorial Day weekend of 1955 near Lake Arrowhead in San Bernardino County. It beat Disneyland’s opening by less than six weeks. While Walt Disney based on a cartoon mouse and Sleeping Beauty’s Castle, Santa’s Village was the vision of: Glen Holland, a Southern California developer. Scotts Valley was the second of the three theme villages, with a third Santa’s Village opening near Chicago in Dundee, Illinois. General contractor Putnam Henck built Santa’s Village in Scotts Valley in 9 months at the cost of one million dollars – which would be over $8 million today! Our opened to large crowds on Memorial Day
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played by Carl Hansen, a native of Denmark with Alma Ragon as Mrs. left to have his own popular TV show on KNTV as Hocus Pocus the Clown and magician. Elves, pixies and gnomes dressed in green or beige leather vests, green leotards, pointed elf boots with bells, and a green felt hat with a green ostrich feather. They sold tickets, souvenirs, food and refreshments. Ride operators wore leather Lederhosen, suspenders and knee-high socks. For many who worked there, it was a dream job. Characters from Alice in Wonderland, Jack Pumpkin Head, the Easter Bunny, Little Bo Peep, and a Good Witch wandered throughout the grounds, greeting youngsters.
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The Good Witch has delightful things for little ones at the Gingerbread House. Sometimes there would be local celebrity guests such as Captain Satellite, Smokey the Bear, and Romper Room’s Miss Nancy. The Many Attractions rom puppet shows to a petting zoo, there was plenty of free entertainment. Kids could feed goats, sheep, bunnies, ducks, deer and a Mexican burro. Popular entertainer, Penny Peck, was the piano playing chicken. Reindeer imported from Unalakleet, Alaska pulled Santa around in his sleigh. Children could also get lost in the Alice in Wonderland Maze, gaze upon a giant Jack-in-the-Box, Santa’s Enormous Boot,
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theatre or the “refrigerated” North Pole. Only the rides cost money, including a bobsled roller coaster, spinning snowballs (now re-themed and still in operation at The Boardwalk), a giant whirling Christmas tree ride, pony carts and a miniature train. The brightly colored mushrooms can still be spotted here and there around the county. According to Norwegian legend, Vindicans (ancestors to pixies, elves and gnomes) lived in the giant toadstools and mushrooms. “Santa’s Village” page 8
Worldwide Candle Lighting Memorial
Ceremony in memory of children who have died at any age by any circumstance
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he holidays can be an especially heartfelt time for families to connect with love, hope and healing. However, for families whose children have died, the holidays can be too often, extremely isolating. “During the holidays the vacancy in our home missing him is painful,” said Marlene Garcia, remembering 18-year old Edwin. Jacqueline Raynor, whose son, Christopher died at age 11 in 1999 added, “I lost my son fourteen years ago and the holidays are the still most painful time of year for our family and others like ours.” In honor of the Compassionate Friends’ Worldwide Candle Lighting, Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services, Hospice of Santa Cruz and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital are uniting to hold two concurrent local events for bereaved families who have
lost a child in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties. Candle lighting at each venue will begin at 7:00 pm. The Salinas and Watsonville events will be bilingual and families are invited to come early at 6 pm and bring their child’s favorite food to share. Raynor and Garcia, along with other families who have lost a child, will be attending ceremonies on December 8 joining other families around the world and will welcome and comfort newly bereaved parents like Tammy Lee, whose son, Casey died from an accidental overdose last month. “This will be
For bereaved families who wish to participate in the City of Santa Cruz, the Santa Cruz chapter of The Compassionate Friends is holding its third annual Worldwide Candle Lighting ceremony, at the Quaker Meetinghouse, 225 Rooney Street, in Santa Cruz. ceremony at 7 pm. The Compassionate Friends welcome anyone grieving a child who has died. Two bilingual public gatherings on Sunday, December 8: 6 pm: 611 Abbot Street, Salinas, CA (2nd
Candle lighting ceremony at 7 pm in all locations The Worldwide Candle Lighting is a tradition of “The Compassionate Friends,” a worldwide organization of parents who have lost a child of any age, by any circumstance. In various time zones around the globe, at 7:00 pm, on the second Sunday in December families gather in large and small groups or alone in their own homes and light candles in their child’s memory. Parents in the next time zone will then remembrance will circle the globe.
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without Casey, so this gathering with other parents who have lost children is extremely important to me,” said Lee. “ I am very grateful to have the opportunity to meet families who have survived this unbearable loss that is so new to me.”
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The Original Santa Cruz Nutcracker Annual Performance Celebrates Eleven years at the Civic Auditorium!
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elcome to The Nutcracker — A favorite holiday tradition for people of all ages! No matter what your relationship to this wondrous music, no matter how many times you may have attended, danced in or played in the orchestra, all agree that The Nutcracker is a gift. The performers truly enjoy telling the story and bringing the magic alive, not just for children, but also for those who count on The Nutcracker to welcome in the season. Although Maestro Pamela Martin is new to Santa Cruz, she has many years of experience working with orchestras and dance companies such as Cleveland/San Jose Ballet, Ballet West in Salt Lake City, and Oakland Ballet with the Oakland East Bay Symphony. Having conducted various versions of sions for the Oakland Ballet!), she expressed that Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s version is musically very pure: “There are very few cuts or changes and most musicians, including myself, are quite appreciative of that. The Nutcracker score itself is truly a masterpiece, and I have always found it artistically very satisfying.� She also admits to a fondness for conducting for ballet; as she sees it, through the dancers the music becomes visible. As a ballet conductor, she has learned that it is best not to “follow the dancers,� rather, it is her job to
lay down tempos that will serve the choreography. And of course, an important part of this process is an orchestra that watches the conductor closely and responds well. As a guest how cohesive and attentive the Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre Orchestra is. “They are excellent players who give 110% every time.� Nahshon Marden, a young, promising dancer who will be dancing his second year with this Nutcracker, is happy with the great work ethic in rehearsals and how everyone enjoys the process. He has been learning how to partner not only from his teachers Robert Kelley and Diane Cypher, but also from his partners in someone who knows how to dance with his or her own strength, while making it blend both constantly working at the same time to make it work.�
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Norman Peck, Orchestra Manager and percussionist, speaks about live music versus recordings: “No digital representation can experience of the talent and energy of the artists. The Nutcracker is a BIG production and a palatable spark permeates the auditorium completely. T h e orchestra is placed in the middle of everything in the perfect location to connect with the audience and the dancers.� It is a given that with performers onstage, the orchestra becomes accompanist to the dancers; however, this does not diminish their role. “Our attention, and the conductor’s, is focused on following the nuances of this very human and therefore unpredictable art form and making that accompaniment as solid and dependable as possible.� Diane Cypher, co-Executive Director for Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre, comments on her Nutcracker experiences as a ballerina: “I was fortunate to work with very accomplished conductors. My collaborations with these conductors changed the way I would interpret a role’s musicality, and sometimes even my dramatic interpretation was transformed with their knowledge and advice.� Diane also notes the collaboration she had with Brenda Vahur, who played Celeste to Diane’s Sugar Plum. “Having this kind of
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my career as a dancer.� She also points out that “Live music brings an extra human element to it all–which is exciting and makes you listen more carefully.� word: “Robert Kelley’s Nutcracker is a special version. It not only tells the magical story, it does so with a great deal of heart and has real respect for Tchaikovsky’s score. The Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre dancers do a wonderful job of bringing the show to life, and having the exquisite Melody Mennite as the Sugar Plum Fairy makes it extraordinary.� Heartland Hospice invites you to join us for the 3rd Annual “Light Up a Life� event. Bring your families and friends to help celebrate the lives of those we have lost and to honor those who are living with illness. We invite you to decorate and light a luminary bag to represent that person’s life.
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Valley High Schools Scoreboard Football Scotts Valley Season Record (8-3, SCCAL 4-1) Carmel 54 – Scotts Valley 26 (Nov 26 @ Carmel) Scotts Valley Stats: First Downs 17; Rushes-Yards 45-221; Passing Yards 211; Comp-Att-Int 12-21-2; Fumbles-Lost 0-0; Scotts Valley Scoring: Jake Rehnberg 2 yd run (Logan Sorensen kick) Q1 1:11; Sorensen 28 yd FG Q2 6:49; Sorensen 29 yd FG Q2 2:26; Alex Turowski 19 yd pass
28 yd pass from Lobo (Sorensen kick) Q2 4:00; Rehnberg 25 yd run (Logan Sorensen kick) Q4 11:52; Rehnberg 5 yd run (Logan Scotts Valley 60 – Harbor 28 (Nov 8) Scotts Valley Stats: First Downs 28; Comp-Att-Int 8-14-2; Fumbles-Lost 1-1; Penalties-Yards 7-80 Scotts Valley Scoring: Willie Johnston 17 yd pass from Jake Lobo (kick failed) Q1 11:41; Jake Rehnberg 14 yd run (kick
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Comp-Att-Int 9-20-1; Fumbles-Lost 2-0; Penalties-Yards 5-55 Scotts Valley Scoring: Jake Rehnberg
run (Gambos kick) Q4 8:51; Tyler Bisel 25 yd run (Gambos kick) 5:18 Scotts Valley 50 – SLV 19 (Nov 2 @ SLV) Scotts Valley Stats:
Alex Turowski 21 yd pass from Jake Lobo (Sorensen kick) Q1 5:12; Willie Johnston
Penalties-Yards 14-146 Scotts Valley Scoring: Dalton Locke 41 yd pass from Jake Lobo (Logan Sorensen kick) 1Q 10:06; Jake Rehnberg 2 yd run Tackle in end zone 1Q 6:21; Rehnberg 6 yd run (kick failed) 1Q 1:17; Willie Johnston 1 yd run (kick failed) 2Q 4:54; Jonathan Velez
failed) 4Q 11:18; Johnston 1 yd run (Casey Gambos kick) 4Q 5:15 San Lorenzo Valley Season Record (1-9, SCCAL 0-5) Aptos 42 – SLV 0 (Nov 16 @ SLV) SLV Stats: First Downs 10; RushesYards 17-51; Passing Yards 110; Comp-Att-Int 11-29-5; Fumbles-Lost 1-0; Penalties-Yards 2-20 Soquel 42 – SLV 0 (Nov 8 @ Soquel) SLV Stats: First Downs 8; Rushes-Yards 16-55; Passing Yards 101; Comp-Att-Int
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SLV Scoring: Jared Trader 17 yd pass from Patrick Primeau (pass failed) Q1 2:45; Jordan Peabody 49 yd pass from Isaac Newberry (Peabody kick) Q2 6:55; Shaden Pias 11 yd pass from Newberry (kick failed)
Cross Country San Lorenzo Valley Girls Team CCS D-IV 2013 Team Champions (31) Scotts Valley Girls Team CCS D-IV 2013 Second Place Team (97) D-IV Championship Girls Team: SLV 1. 18:20 – 7. Abbey Meck, 19:05 – 9. Abby Sherman, 19:18 – 11. Jessica Jensen, 19:22 – 22. Hayley Herberg, 20:12 – 24. Katie Lamb, 20:24; “Scoreboard” page 10
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“Santa’s Village” from page 4 Visitors could wander around the Village and visit Santa’s workshop, Santa’s oversize mailbox (to leave your letters for Santa), see treetop-tall wooden soldiers and candy canes, visit a gingerbread house, the mill-wheel toy factory along the creek, a lollipop tree, a magic shop, the reindeer barn and a gift shop. Mrs. Claus had a kitchen that served hamburgers, hotdogs and steak sandwiches. Santa even had a Standard Oil (now known as Chevron) gas station to fuel the visitor’s cars! from speakers hidden in the trees. Upkeep was very important and structures were continuously painted and paths were kept clean. Santa’s Village, in its lovely redwood setting, was a fairyland for young and old. Time Changes the Village n 1966, Noorudin Billawalla purchased the Santa’s Village property, leasing it back to Santa’s Village Corporation until they went bankrupt in 1977. Billawalla changed the name to “The Village” and promoted it as an arts and crafts fair, but two years later, Santa’s Village closed forever. Since 1985, the property has changed hands a half dozen times. In 1992, Borland tore down or sold the village’s buildings. Some are being used as bed and breakfast cabins at Sorenson’s Resort near Lake Tahoe. The current property owner, Lennox Homes, has proposed a 40 resident development there.
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ghost of Santa’s Village. Many who pass there reminisce, some even shed a tear, some wish they could take their children and grandchildren back to the uncomplicated times of Santa’s Village. The rides, though simple, were fun for all ages. Entry was free, so a family could go and have a good time for very little money. Ed Blake commented that it was “a fun place to go to that wouldn’t impact your budget. Not like what you have to put out to go to Great America or Disneyland.” Santa’s Village in Scotts Valley will be featured on a new show called “Lost Parks of Northern California” (greatamericanthrills.net/lost-parks) hosted by Kristopher Rowberry on Bay Area NBC. The day they arrived to shoot the Santa’s Village episode, the bulldozers were there to tear down the last of the buildings, the barn used to house the reindeer. They were and other memorabilia still there. We seemed to have lost our innocence somewhere around 1977 needing faster rides and bigger thrills. When computers, iPods, iPads and iPhones became popular, kids stopped having to use their imaginations. Their destinations became small screens with action heroes rather than an old-fashioned Santa’s Village, but are we all better for it? Special thanks to Frank Perry at Capitola Historical Museum and Eric Taylor for the use of the photos. Written by W. Wilde.
Polo Barn has Million Dollar Price Tag By Noel Smith
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the city of Scotts Valley $1 million for the right to raze the historic but dilapidated building. The money would be used by the city for its parks and taken, the developer would be forced to renovate the structure at its own cost. The city has 60 days to decide which option to take. from software company Borland in 1998 and presented several proposals for development during the past 15 years. The famed architect William Wurster originally owned the property and built the barn. The barn’s design included an arch connecting the living quarters to spacious stalls for seven horses, a hay barn and tack shed The property was then sold in May whom the Hollins House at Pasatiempo Golf Club is named and who developed the famous golf venue. She had won the
Women’s Amateur Golf Championship in 1921 and entertained notables such as
Will Rogers, Clark Gable and Babe Didrikson at Pasatiempo.
Hollins bought the property in Scotts Valley for her polo stables, barn and groom’s house and lived there until her house at Pasatiempo was completed. However, her plans for the property never fully materialized as the great depression swept away her family’s fortune. Besides housing horses, the barn was home to Santa’s Reindeer during the halcyon days of the famous Santa’s Village for 20 years from 1957 to 1977. Today the barn is not just decrepit, it’s falling apart and is supposedly protected by a chain link fence which has as many holes in it as Swiss cheese. In 2008, the city approved the plan for Lennar Homes to build 40 upscale homes on the property if it would restore the barn and move it to a nearby location. However, with the downturn in the housing market the project was put on hold. During that time the barn has continued to fall into disrepair and is now considered too dangerous to renovate
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“Awards” from page 2 After receiving the help that VCUM was able to give her daughter who wrote the Letter to Santa, that youngster went on with schooling. That child then seven had cancer tumors and now is employed by the US Army Corps of Engineers in Sacramento. She graduated with a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering. Business of the Year Ernie’s Auto Center: Ernie Devonshire, Mary Ann Castello – As a key location, Ernie’s has allowed VCUM to announce and advertise key events since 1987. Ernie’s Auto Center has been a conas well as servicing our vehicles. Ernie was replace teenage articles stolen during our 2005 break-in and robbery. He has inspired his employees to contribute to VCUM. Church of the Year Skyland Community – Skyland Community Church at the very end of VCUM’s service area has been an active contributor since December 2001. They have held fundraising events. Their Woman’s Group have been active participants and supported our Angel of the Year Church. Holiday Event Organizers Moose Lodge 545 – The Moose Lodge were chosen our Organization Award
Angel Award 2012. Since 1999 they have Their Woman’s Group leader Lauri Grundy has given countless hours gathering food, were major players through all the years in competition with other organizations. They have put on food drives at Safeway in Scotts Valley and, since 1999, they have Cruise events. Their Christmas in July dinner and Holiday Prime Rib Dinner has raised $18,094.45. Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce: Sharolynn Ullestad, past Executive Director – Sharolynn for the past seven years has been a strong supporter of VCUM’s many programs. She has through the Chamber News announced VCUM needs, including our food drives, Easter Project, Backpack Program, Thanksgiving and Christmas Projects. With the Chambecome the Scotts Valley resident and donations of everything from food and gift items. Our signs for large events have been visible for Scotts Valley contributors and donation pickups. We honor her work and admire her dedication to our community. School/Youth of the Year Tyler Bach – a 2012 Scotts Valley High School youth. Tyler wrote about his
experience volunteering during the 2012 Holiday Distribution. He totally captured what VCUM is and whom they serve. Using just his closing statement: “The small glimpses of the lives of people at Valley Churches reinforced my belief in the good nature of people. Started as a grassroots organization in response to a natural disaster, Valley Churches United Mission is an example of an example of an organization dedicated to service. The organization is not a crutch to those willing to help themselves, but is a safety net for those who have fallen on hard times and need help getting back on their feet.” Tyler is currently studying economics at the University of Davis, California. While a student at Scotts Valley High School he volunteered at Second Harvest Food Bank, Camp Harmon, Tyler maintained a 4.42 GPA for 4 years. He also received the President’s Award for Academic Achievement. Organizations of the Year Felton Business Association – This organization has been a long time supporter of VCUM. They strongly work with the Felton Fire Department and organized the Memorial Day Parades and chose our Director Annette Marcum as 1999 Parade Marshall. They organized the Memorial ticipate and welcomed our Fishing Booth. Direct contributions by their board has generated since 2000 $6,275.00 Men’s Legacy Division – Since 2012 the Men’s Legacy Division has volunteered
for VCUM’s events. They sponsored the Food Drive events at Safeway for Easter and the Holiday events doing their own setup and providing volunteers. Project Purr – Under the direction of Co-Founder Lynne Achterberg, since 2008, has provided pet food, cat litter and pet supplies for the most venerable the animals belonging to low-income people. They rescue many animals. VCUM acts as a vehicle for Project Purr to sort, bag and channel pet food to our clients. Since 2008, their pet item donations have totaled Media of the Year John Sandidge KPIG/KGSL Radio – Since the 1990’s John has been a strong supporter of announcing VCUM programs and has invited us to have live interviews at KPIG quarters in Watsonville giving us the free advertising via radio to present what VCUM is and does. Memorial Recognitions Dolores Crosson Virgil Grimes 1989 – Susan Mihalik Chuck Oakley Lisa Pierce 1987 – Diane Welton Special Memorial Recognitions Alvin Scarborough Susan Thieman Jeanne Goret Submitted by Annette Marcum, Director & Founder & Linda Lovelace, Operations Director of Valley Churches United Mission
“Scoreboard” from page 7 D-IV Second Place Girls Team: Scotts Valley 2. Valerie Morrison, 17:58 – 19. Barton, 20:20 – 25. Kaylee Craft, 20:20 – 27.
Scotts Valley Boys Team CCS D-IV 2013 Team Champions (Scotts Valley 58 – Half Moon Bay 64) D-IV Championship Boys Team: Scotts Valley 9. John Ross, 16:25 – 10. Nick 15. Luke McCartney 16:46 – 16. Porter Wesson 16:54
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A Fond Farewell to Our Executive Director
By Danny Reber, President, Scotts Valley of Chamber Commerce Board of Directors
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fter starting as a charter member of our Ambassadors, spending four years on the Board of Directors and serving as our Executive Director for the last seven years, Sharolynn Ullestad has stepped down from her position. It has been quite a ride under Sharolynn’s leadership. From Mixers and Ribbon Cuttings to the Awards Gala and Art & Wine Festival, Sharolynn left quite a footprint. She poured her very
“Chamber Family”. Let heart and soul into this us all wish Sharolynn community. She inspired well in her future us. She made us laugh endeavours. and she made us cry. Be rest assured that As President of Sharolynn left you all in the Board of Directors, good hands. Our Board I find that what of Directors and our Sharolynn gave of Chamber Ambassadors herself is difficult to measure in words. Sharolynn Ullestad have all “stepped up to All I can say is “Thank you”. the plate” during this transitional Thank you for your years of period and are here to see to your service and for your dedication needs. As the executive comto (as Sharolynn called it) our mittee goes through the process
of selecting a new Executive Director, business will go on. Our assistants, Brenda and Angela are still here to answer the phones and greet you with a smile. During the interim process, Board Vice President Diane Bianconi and myself are at your service. Any business or questions that would otherwise be directed towards the Executive Director can be directed to us. We can be reached through the Chamber
2013’s Christmas Tree Lighting Festival Pulls Out All Stops
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his year’s Christmas Tree Lighting Festival in Scotts Valley will be a very special one indeed. Join us as we celebrate the holidays as a community with our friends, families and neighbors. Come sip on a cup of some hot apple cider from Martinelli’s. Munch on some cookies courtesy of Bruno’s BBQ or enjoy a hot bowl of soup from Cafe’ Carbonero. Watch children from our local schools as they sing and entertain us. There will also be dancers from the Agape Dance Academy. As always, the Scotts Valley Fire Department will be delivering Santa Clause Santa’s lap and have their picture taken by Jesse Gabriel Photography. The kids can also have fun at the crafts table and make their own Christmas tree ornaments guided by Farah Theissen of Gobosource. ‘Tis the season of giving so don’t forget to bring a can of food or an unwrapped gift to donate to Valley Churches United Missions. Those who do will be treated to a very special
holiday hayride. As always the Scotts Valley for Valley Churches United Missions, so please After the singing, dancing and other entertainment, we will light our smaller Christmas tree at the Community Center with lights donated by K-Mart. Next we will head over to the BIG tree on Mount Hermon Road but this
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year will we will do it style! A horse drawn wagon with a team of Clydesdales will ferry us back and forth between the Community Center and the BIG tree. Clydesdales!... seriously, how cool is that? The lighting on the BIG tree on Mount Hermon will be truly spectacular this year. Prepare to be “Wowed”! This year a special Committee led by Jennifer Isola, Mikala Clements, and Brenda Tealer decided to go “all out.” These ladies rallied the community and with donations from our local businesses, service clubs and individuals, were able to raise the necessary funds to have our lights done by professionals this year. This years Christmas tree will sparkle and shine brightly like we have never seen before! The Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce would like to invite our local businesses to join us in “lighting up Scotts Valley” by decorating your business buildings this holiday season. So, we hope to see you all on December 7 as we celebrate this year’s very special Tree Lighting Festival.
Have a Happy and Safe Holiday Season!
Calendar of Upcoming Events
January 16 Networking 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Bruno’s BBQ Restaurant & Catering
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‘There’s no Place Like Home, No Place Like Scotts Valley’ An Amazing Evening sees Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Honor Awards Recipients in Style
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he theme for this year’s Awards Gala, “There’s no place like home, no place like Scotts Valley” couldn’t have been more appropriate. From the emerald green tablecloths to the ruby slippers made to hold yellow carnations, our Chamber Ambassadors led by Awards Gala Chairperson, Diane Bianconi saw to every detail. On that evening of November 2nd, at the Scotts Valley Hilton, the community came together in celebration of some amazing honorees: Woman of the Year Diane Bianconi Alvin Scarborough Memorial Man of the Year Elliot Stone Sharemi Ullestad Memorial Youth of the Year Alex McMillion Business of the Year Cinelux Theatre, Cafe’ & Lounge Organization of the Year Rotary Club of Scotts Valley Regional Artists Association’s “Remember SkyPark” Mural Those who attended were treated to a fabulous evening of live music, hors d’oeuvres and wine. There were numerous auction items to choose from, from both the silent
and live auctions. Everybody enjoyed a beautiful video presentation by Ron Haedickie of Freedom Media Services. Once again, the Honorable Paul Marigonda entertained us as our Master of Ceremonies. This was danced the night away. Chamber Vice-President, Diane Bianconi did double duty that evening as event Chairperson and auctioneer while at the same time being honored as “woman of the year”. A special thank you to all of the volunteers led by Becky McMillion, Donna Lind and Susan Flippen who helped set up the beautiful decor. We would also like to thank all of those who helped behind the scenes assistant. These wonderful pictures you see we’re taken by Chamber Ambassador, Jesse Flippen of Jesse Gabriel Photography. As always he captured the spirit of the evening in photographs. Of course none of this evening would have been possible without our team of sponsors and you have our sincere gratitude. It was quite an evening as we journeyed “down the yellow brick road” and by the end of the evening we were all reminded there really is “no place like home, no place like Scotts Valley.
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ERIK HANSON/ MORGAN STANLEY IN SCOTTS VALLEY By Jon Chown
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f you’re heading to the beach, you know to bring sunscreen and shorts. If you’re going for a hike in the redwoods — walking shoes and some water. But how do you prepare for life’s journey when you don’t exactly know where the road will take you? How do you invest and get ready for retirement in times like this? Morgan Stanley in Scotts Valley, has answers. Hanson has been providing rock-solid advice to his clients since 2002, providing service and advice to clients on 401(k) rollovers, 529 plans, alternative investments, annuities, asset management, commodities, corporate retirement plans, education planning, estate planning strategies, life insurance, long-term care insurance, wealth management and much more. “The newest challenge is how we deal with rising interest rates in a slowgrowing economy. Interest rates have been
decreasing for a long time, so what does this mean going forward? How do we invest for the future when we are facing circumstances that nobody has really seen since the ‘70s or early ‘80s?” Hanson said. investors. It’s going to be a challenge that will be with us for a while.” “Especially for our retired clients,” said Hanson’s business partner, Jessica Hawkins, Financial Advisor. “Strategies will change; we will have to adapt, and we have to be careful. We’ll have to be more tactical.” But it’s a challenge you don’t have to face alone. Hanson and Hawkins give their personal attention to their clients, helping them reach their to really know and understand what a client is striving for in life. “It’s good to go through that interview process. It’s more than just the return you are getting, but are you achieve your goals?” he said. years ago. You might have seen her riding her horse in town. A Texas girl who rides competitively, she came to the region to attend UC Santa Cruz because she liked the small-town atmosphere. After graduation, she started working in a local credit
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for Morgan Stanley. “I made the move to Morgan Stanley because I am seeking to provide more solutions and be able to help my clients with more complicated issues. I was very limited in retail banking in what I could do and how I could help,” she said. “Having Jessica work with me has
Erik Hanson (right) with business partner Jessica Hawkins allowed me to provide the service level that I expect and our clients expect,” Hanson said. “Good local service is really important to us.” Located at 6004 La Madrona Drive in Scotts Valley, Hanson said most of his clients are within an hour’s drive - the Bay Area to Pebble Beach. “We keep in touch because we like to have that one-on-one attention that keeps us on top of everything, not only the markets, but their life and what is going on. It’s nice that we can have the technology and resources of Morgan Stanley, but we are right here. Whether I’m playing golf or Jessica’s out on a ride, this is where we live. We are out here helping our friends.” Call Erik Hanson at (831) 440-5297 or
Scotts Valley. The investments listed may not be suitable for all investors. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, and encourages investors to seek the advice investment will depend upon an investor’s individual circumstances and objectives. Life insurance, disability income insurance, and long-
Morgan Stanley and its Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should seek advice based on their particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC. Erik Hanson/Morgan Stanley, 6004 La Madrona www.morganstanleyfa.com/erik.hanson/
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Christmas. The donors choose a tag or tags and purchase that toy or toys, which they return to the booth unwrapped. The parents s wish for a particular toy? Or, adopt a pick up the gifts at an appointed time at the family for the season and make their Salvation Army Headquarters, wrap them, Christmas a happy one? Each year the and are able to have the presents under the Santa Cruz Salvation Army provides the Christmas tree. In past years, I was able to see this very opportunity for men and women of good worthwhile program in action as I assisted will to do just that. From the day after Thanksgiving to Betty Torchio in the booth. For many years she enjoyed this task, Christmas Eve, you will see “The Giving Tree” inside the Capitola Mall in front often welcoming people who came back year after year to parof the entrance to ticipate in granting Kohl’s Department children’s’ gift Store. This will be in wishes. Some would a booth maintained bring their children from 10:00 a.m. to By Noreen Santaluce to help choose the 8:00 p.m. by volungifts and share the joy teers of the Salvation Army. The tree will be covered with tags to be found in giving to others at Christmas from boys and girls, who are twelve years time. Others would donate money to be used for the gifts and food gift cards to be unable to provide these gifts to their used for the holiday meal. Some businesses and organizations children. Each tag gives the child’s age and have decided to forego their annual gift the particular toy they most desire for exchange and donate to the Gift Tree uring the Christmas season, would it make you feel happy if
Sarah Acosta, daughter of Giving Tree Project Denise Acosta beside The Giving Tree in The Capitola Mall instead. Others have participated in “Adopt a Family.” Denise Acosta has been in charge of to her many other duties for the Salvation Army. She told me that this year they have already received 680 requests. How Can You Help? 1. Sign up to be a volunteer for a two-hour shift in the booth. It is necessary to have two people in the booth at all times. Denise says that seniors are very good in this capacity because Grandmothers and Grandfathers fit right into the Christmas atmosphere. 2. Adopt a Family. Individuals, organizations, or businesses can do this.
“Candle Lighting” from page 5 All families who have lost a child of any age by any kind of disease, accident, violence, or those who have chosen to end their own lives, are invited to join any of the gatherings. Families who are unable to attend either of the local gatherings may find a gathering near them at compassionatefriends. org, or are invited to light candles at 7:00 pm at home in solidarity with all families grieving the loss of a child.
La. Posada Senior Complex has been participating in this program for many years. The members like the idea of helping a single mother with small children. Jack and Marge Specht, Pat Lafoon and Ester Shambley have put a lot of love into shopping for toys, blankets, clothing and giving food each year. Last year they were able to purchase a stroller for the young family. projects. The need is larger than ever this year. If you wish to be involved or help in any way, contact The Santa Cruz Salvation Army at
For information about the Watsonville and Salinas ceremonies, contact families@jacobsheart.org For information about the Santa Cruz ceremony, contact the Compassionate Friends
The Worldwide Candle Lighting is a tradition of “The Compassionate Friends,” a worldwide organization of parents who have lost a child of any age, by any circumstance.
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Some pre-Christmas reading for youngsters … The Smallest Gift of Christmas By Peter H. Reynolds Candlewick Press. $14 (Ages: 3-7) ere’s a cautionary holiday tale about a little boy named Roland who learns an important lesson about the size of the box a gift comes in. On Christmas morning Roland races down-
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small, wrapped box under the tree. “It was the smallest gift he had ever seen. Had he waited the whole year for this tiny gift? Roland closed his eyes and hoped and wished as hard as he could for a BIGGER gift.” This seems to work, but the little boy is never happy with the size of the “new” gift and the process continues until he conjures a gift bigger than his house. Now the story gets a little bizarre and when he opens the really big box, Roland discovers a real rocket ship. Determined to search the universe for an even bigger gift, Roland suddenly realizes he is moving out into space and his
home planet, as it recedes, is getting smaller and smaller. “Roland never thought he’d want something so small so badly.” Now what’s the greedy little boy going to do? I’ll let you read this amusing picture book to discover how he reverses this situation and, in the process, learns an important lesson. At a time of the year when it is easy to get caught up in buying things and measuring how much we are loved or appreciated by the number or size of the presents we receive, this little book reminds us that some of the best gifts come in very small boxes!
Sparkle the Fairy Illustrations by Rebecca Finn Campbell Books. $5.99 (Ages 1 and older) ust the right size to slip into a Christmas stocking, this board book features Sparkle the fairy who is worried that Christmas may be a total disaster this year. Sparkle has mislaid her magic wand and without it there will be no carrots for Santa’s reindeer,
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the Christmas tree will be bare and there will be no gifts to share. Just when it looks like the Christmas will be a total bust, the muddled, little, blond fairy notices her wand in the branches of the tree. “Now let’s use some magic and save Christmas Day!” Sparkle says. You’ll discover a press-out Christmas ornament of Sparkle at the back of this book that can be used to decorate your own Christmas tree. Take care, though, because the pieces also pose a choking hazard mouth!
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By Ian Falconer Atheneum. $7.99 (Ages 3 and older) elebrate Christmas Eve with Olivia and her family as they prepare
for Santa’s visit and the festivities of Christmas day. After some last minute, morning shopping, Olivia helps decorate the Christmas tree and then she set the table for dinner. Then, after singing some carols and setting a snack out
Naturally, Olivia isn’t very sleepy. Is that a noise up on the roof? Yup! Can that be Santa? Nope, it’s a raccoon! Eventually the little white pig falls asleep and before you can say “Vixen and Blixen,” it is Christmas morning. A fresh blanket of snow covers the ground and beneath the Christmas tree are a pile of gifts. After giving her parents a very special present, a self-portrait to hang try her new skis. “Book Bag” page 18
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Staying Safe By Mike Conrad, Division Chief Operations, Aptos La Selva Fire Protection District
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t’s that time of year again and we have lots to talk about. First, while we have had some rain we still need to be vig-
days and cooler temperatures help, it is still very dry. So please keep alert for just a bit longer.
With our winter storms just around the corner, now is the time to address what we can do to protect our property and ourselves. Take a look around your property is it ready for the rainy season? Have the gutters on your house been cleaned? Are the downspouts free of obstructions and connected to your drainage system? What
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is the condition of your roof? Now is the time for repairs or replacement. Will rain water drain away from your home or will it accumulate? Does drainage from your property impact your neighbor’s property? Is your property ready for the strong winds that we often see during the winter? Have trees and limbs checked
“Book Bag” from page 17 And, that night, totally exhausted, the tired little piglet sleeps like a log, This special board book will become a favorite of youngsters who can’t get enough of Olivia. What’s not to like about this outgoing, rambunctious and amusing character who sleeps at night with a “Ski Gstaad” poster over her bed and dreams about performing in the “Nutcracker Suite”?
A Very Fuddles Christmas By Frans Vischer Aladdin. $5.99 (Ages 4-7) his hilarious picture book presents the misadventures of a very pampered cat named Fuddles. When the spoiled feline sees all the special holiday food, beautifully wrapped gifts and nicely decorated Christmas tree, he wrongly believes this seasonal display is all for him. After trying to sample the food, ripping open a few presents and having a wonderful climb up the tree, Fuddles is banished to the snowcovered backyard. Now the unhappy, somewhat miffed cat must find a way to get back inside the house where it is nice and warm. How he manages this and what awaits him once he’s back inside is explained in the last half of this funny Christmas story. It all turned out well for Fuddles but there were some moments, especially when he was braving the frigid elements, when this fat cat thought that this wasn’t going to be a very merry Christmas. Cat lovers will especially appreciate and perhaps recognize some of the quirks
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28. Delhi wrap 30. Boredom 35. “____ Free” (1966) 37. *What a judge does on “Top Chef” 39. Straight muscles 40. Continental currency 41. Iron Age priest 43. Churn 44. Make more attractive 46. Major European river 47. “Fool me ____, shame on you” 48. Rodent and name of outdoor gear maker 50. Fungal spore sacs 52. Articulate 53. Coffin along with stand 55. Mozart’s “L’___ del Cairo” 57. *One Direction, e.g. 61. *Modern book
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9. Drag 10. Tangerine and grapefruit hybrid 11. Egg holder 12. *Multi-shaded Christian 15. Merciful one 20. Talked like a sheep 22. *”The Biggest Loser” isn’t supposed to do it a lot 24. Like a noble dignitary 25. At right angles to ship or plane DOWN 26. Known for its 1. Go to and fro common red casing 2. Through, to a poet 27. Computer message 3. Pearl Harbor location 29. Like pink steak 4. Surveyor’s maps 31. Audition tape 5. Arrangements 32. *They’re on an iPhone 6. D’Artagnan’s weapon screen of choice 33. Carthage’s ancient 7. *Kourtney and Khlo ’s neighbor sister 34. *From Disney to pop 8. Beyond suburbs star 65. Architectural projection 66. Jelly-like stuff 68. *”Say Yes to the Dress” target 69. Calyx part 70. Emergency responder 71. Saint _____ of Rome 72. *American Idol’s Ryan Seacrest 73. Unidentified John 74. City in Belgium
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and removed if necessary. Take time now to secure loose items in the yard or store them for winter. Are you are ready to spend several and extra batteries on hand. Have a battery operated radio and a basic telephone, which requires no household electricity to
Fuddles displays. Undoubtedly in households where a cat rules supreme, this storybook will be enjoyed over and over again.
My Carry-Along Christmas Activity Book with Stickers
By Jocelyn Miller Illustrated by Cathy Hughes Lion. $9.99 (Ages 3 and up) here are actually three activity books aimed at holiday readers in this series. Besides “Christmas,” there’s “Santa” and “Angel.” All three books, with their convenient builtin carrying handle, feature a variety of hands-on activities like solving puzzles, decorating calendars, creating seasonal cards, and making craft items and holiday foods. endar where a sticker can be added each day in December leading up to Christmas. There are instructions also for making ornaments, a Santa treat box, and small Christmas stockings or reindeer. Other activities include puzzle pages, a reindeer race, and a penguin party. The other two books contain similar activities that will keep youngsters occupied in the days leading up to Christmas. The books will come in handy on travel days and grandparents may wish to stock up on these titles so they have something in place when the grandchildren come to visit. All three books also come with stickers, which could pose a choking hazard for young children. The pages with the stickers are easy to remove If there’s a chance they might end up where they don’t belong in a toddler’s mouth!
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Christmas trees can produce the stove, have the chimney cleaned and inspected to insure that a proper chimney cap and spark arrestor are in place. Check for tree limbs that have grown close to your chimney and trim them back at least 10 feet. Remove all paper, wood and furniture
tree can burn with the same intensity as a 2-foot pool of gasoline depending on how dry it is. If you have a real tree keep it well watered and remove a dry tree from the house right away. Keep the tree all Christmas tree lights and don’t leave them on while away from home or when going to bed. Be sure to have working smoke detectors in your home. Change the batteries twice a year with the time change. While maybe not as exciting as many other holiday presents, the gift of a smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector and a
During winter storms, do not walk or feet of water to carry your car away and as little as six inches of moving water can storms unless told otherwise by local emergency responders. If you live in an area plastic sheeting and other materials on hand. It’s also the holiday season and while you are enjoying the time with family and friends, please take a few moments to ensure their safety. U.S. Fire Administration statistics show that during the month of December, ments and homes and the leading cause involves cooking, closely followed by in the kitchen, pay close attention to these
Cooks can become distracted during this time of the year, by family, friends even adult beverages. It only takes a few minutes for oil in a pan to reach its ignition temperature and ruin a holiday. Fifty-four percent equipment being left unattended or combustible items like towels, wooden utensils, oven mitts and cook books being left too close to a heat source. Keep all combustibles well away from any burners and stoves. During the holidays, the use of open
away from combustible items and never leave a candle burning when you leave the house or go to bed. If you have children dangerous and should not be played with. Depending on the age of your children you may consider teaching them the proper use
adult supervision.
On behalf of the members of the Aptos La Selva Fire District, I would like to wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday season. Oh, and don’t forget you can spread the joy of the holiday season donating food or toys for those in need. For more information please visit; www.usfa.fema.gov/citizens/home_fire_ prev/holiday-seasonal/holiday.shtm or call your local fire department.
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Valley Churches United Mission Events Ongoing thru December 31 Holiday Food Drive
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through Christmas along with the opening of VCUM’s Annual Holiday Boutique. The Boutique will be open 7 days week. 10 am-5 pm Mon.-Fri. 11 am-4 pm Sat. & Sun. for shoppers & to accept donations. Barrels to collect food throughout the season will begin to be delivered. If any business wishes to participate in this program, please call (831) 336-8258 for delivery.
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CUM Annual Angel Dinner & Auction scheduled for Thursday December 5 at Big Basin HWY in Boulder Creek. Live & silent auction, 50/50 & 6pm. Beef, salmon or vegetarian dinners available, wine included, at $55.00 per person. This is VCUM’s major fundraiser for the year. Please RSVP (831) 336-8258 x 221.
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The orientation is designed to review the child welfare system and to give you a chance to have your question answered by child To register to one of the meeting and for directions, please call 454-4687.
and well-behaved dogs are welcome! This free ongoing 7:00pm, Firehouse on Soquel Dr. Aptos group provides encouragement and CAM (complimentary and peakers helping speakers get alternative medicine) resources gigs. for women wishing to explore Call (831) 332-8221 for more safe, natural alternatives to information. promote mental health in a positive atmosphere. Fridays Please RSVP if possible: Clutterers Anonymous for more information e-mail 5:30-6:45 Sutter Maternity & dyane@baymoon.com. Surgical Center, 2900 Chanticleer Ave, Soquel Dr. Santa Cruz. Sundays
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For more info call 426-1868 FREE Maternity and Surgery Center, 2900 Chanticleer Ave. Sc. A is a 12-step support group B12 Fridays First Tuesdays and for those who wish to stop Third Wednesdays each month House, 225 Rooney St. Santa Cruz 3:00pm-6:00pm, Thrive Natural eating compulsively. All are Medicine, 2849 Park Ave. Soquel welcome. Orientations to Become October 2: War Crisis Free childcare with advance Advocates for Children For more information, visit http:// supports immunity, energy, reservation by 5pm, Fridays. Call www.meetup.com/santacruzsleep, mood, and the body’s ability (831) 429-7906. Tuesday of month (for location Mondays freedom-forum/ to handle stress. details contact Danielle at 761Meal Solution Mondays To learn more, call (831) 515-8699. Church Bible Study/Worship 2956 X102) South County, 5:30-7 4:00pm-6:00pm, New Leaf Com- p.m., third Wednesday of the Santa Cruz/ Monterey Bay Branch 9:45am: Bible Study; 11:00: Worship, First Baptist Church munity Markets, 1210 41st Ave. ADHD Support Group Meetings Drop-in Grief Support Capitola (Also down town and at Freedom Blvd. Watsonville 6:30-8:00pm Aptos Fire Station 12:00pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos ooking for a church? Come West side stores) ASA (Court Appointed on Soquel Dr. County worship with us! et fresh ideas for easy-to-prepare, Special Advocates) needs pen Support meetings on ospice of Santa Cruz County second Wednesday. Adult Only entrees from a member of the New to provide support, guidance, meetings on fourth Wednesday. support group for adults grieving Leaf Community Markets culinary and a powerful voice in court the death of a family member or a for children who have been Brenis at (831) 818-9619. friend. This group is a place where every Monday, ranging from meat removed from their homes you can share stories, learn tools Wednesday Dec. 4 dishes, to gluten-free, to vegan. Try a because of abuse or neglect. for coping, and receive support Third Wednesdays Watsonville Adult Education sample, get a recipe card, and learn Everyone welcome, men and from people who care. Meeting Schedule for the Student Exhibit Ceramics tips for meal prep and leftovers. bilingual folks especially For more information, please call SCWD2 Task Force Featured recipes are posted on encouraged. and Bake Sale (831) 430-3000. 7:00pm, Soquel Creek Water the New Leaf Community blog at To RSVP call 761-2956 9:00am-12:00pm, The Towers District Headquarters, 5180 www.newleafcommunity.com. Ext. 102, or email Building Watsonville/Aptos Saturdays Soquel Dr. Soquel Danielle@casaofsantacruz.org Adult Education, 294 Green eetings are open to the public Valley Rd. Watsonville Mondays, Wednesdays, and the location alternates 8:00 -12:00pm at Cabrillo College his sale has been going on Second Tuesdays each month between the City of Santa Cruz and Thursdays he Aptos Market, with over for over 6 years and helps Police Community Room, and Free Job Seek Workshop! 80 vendors, is open year Co-dependents Anonymous the Soquel Creek Water District round, with the best selections of fund this worthwhile senior o-dependents Anonymous is a 6:00pm-7:00pm, Gateway Bible Headquarters. fresh foods. In addition, family ceramics program. Jewelry, 12-step group for people who Church, 5000 Granite Creek Rd. Visit www.scwd2desal.org activities, music, cooking demos ceramics, and other crafts will Scotts Valley. For more inforwant healthy relationships and for more info. by professional chefs, gardening be for sale as well as home mation, visit http://hirewire.org self esteem. Weekly meetings are workshops, seasonal fairs and baked goodies. events are a part of the market. Thursdays and Watsonville. PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Capitola-Aptos Why Art Matters: Teaching Art and For a schedule and more Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market Design in the New Millennium Rotary Club Meeting information, go to www.coda.org 7:00pm-9:00pm, 900 High St. 12-1:30 p.m. at Seascape Golf Course. 9a.m.-1p.m. SV Community Center, 1:30 pm, Monterey Peninsula or e-mail gratefulcoda@gmail.com First Congregational Church of Contact Chuck at 831-462-6092 360 Kings Village Drive College Lecture Form 103 Santa Cruz or call (831) 469-6096. or e-mail charleswhitt@att.net for www.santacruzfarmersmarket.org 980 Fremont St. Monterey To learn more, call (831) 427more information. hat is the value of an eduSecond and Fourth Mondays cation in the arts? Has the role Third Saturdays of Each Month First and Third Wednesdays Wednesdays of art in society changed in the inforSecond Thursdays each month Hopeful and Naturally Healing mation age? Join Jamie Dagdigian, Alzheimers Support Groups Veterans of Foreign Wars Toastmasters: Peer Support Group MPC instructor and Art Department Monday: 2:00 - 3:30pm 6:30 pm, 2259 7th Ave. Santa Cruz Speak for Success 3:00pm-5:00pm, 12855 Boulder Chairman, for a presentation about Wednesday: 5:30 – 7:00pm ommander Ronals Petty leads 12:00pm-1:00pm, St. Philip’s St. Boulder Creek Conference Room at Elena Baskin/ the opportunities and challenges of the meetings. Live Oak Senior Center, 1777-A Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts or any woman living with For more information, call (831) Valley Drive, Scotts Valley. Capitola Road, Santa Cruz. 475-9804 any degree of depression, Learn more by visiting gentrain. acilitated by Jill Ginghofer, this iving a business presenorg, or by calling (831) 646-4224. anxiety, and/or bipolar group is for caregivers and tation? Interviewing for Lectures are free. Second and Fourth Thursdays disorder. Free childcare family members of people with a job? Improve your speaking Cabrillo Host Lions Club Alzheimers skills in a friendly, supportive 7:00pm at the Cabrillo Comenvironment with Redwood Tuesdays Ramblers Toastmasters. Open to munity Center, Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Rd. all levels. Women Care Drop in ublic is invited to all Drop-ins welcome. For more Cancer Support programs. Contact President information, call 831-335-3693. rop in Support Group is a gathering for women with all President Barbara ChamOvereaters Anonymous for women through all stages from 6:30-7:30pm at Teach by the Beach #50 Rancho Del Mar, Aptos meeting/dinner reservations diagnoses through treatment. For more information, call (831) or information or visit www. For more information or to 429-7906 register call (831) 457-2273 cabrillohostlions.org. Cabrillo Host Lions Club
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San Lorenzo River Bird Walk
8:00am-10:00am oin the Coastal Watershed Council (CWC) and birder Steve Gerow of the Santa Cruz Bird Club to walk the banks of the San Lorenzo River. We should see a mix of birds including sparrows, various gulls, diving ducks, herons and maybe even some notable wintering rare birds. This is a great chance to see a piece of the riparian habitat of the San Lorenzo! RSVP is required. Call CWC at (831) 464-9200 or email tours@ coastal-watershed.org.
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Sunday Dec. 8
Worldwide Candle Lighting Children’s Memorial Ceremonies (Two bilingual public gatherings) 6:00pm 611 Abbot Street Salinas 6:00pm, 2007 Freedom Blvd.
225 Rooney St. Santa Cruz 7:00pm: Candle lighting ceremony in both locations acob’s Heart Cancer Support Services, Hospice of Santa Cruz County, and Salinas Memorial Hospital invite parents who have lost a child at any age to remember their children. For information about ceremonies in Watsonville or Salinas, call (831) 724-9100, for ceremony in Santa Cruz, call (831) 332-9893.
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Wednesday Dec. 11
The Santa Cruz CHADD Support Group Meeting 6:30-8:00pm, Aptos/La Selva Fire Station, 6934 Soquel Dr. Aptos upport for parents of children when have ADHD.
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Magic of Nature and Human Observation
1:30 pm, Monterey Peninsula College Lecture Form 103 980 Fremont St. Monterey pend an hour with professional magician Richard Myer, and you will experience everything from the improbable to the impossible. He will look into your mind and know what you are thinking, he will guide your thoughts and choices, even if you think you are making a free choice. Learn more by visiting gentrain. org, or by calling (831) 646-4224. Lectures are free.
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Your December Horoscope Announcements San Lorenzo Valley Museum Black Friday Special!
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ur Black Friday specials are historical! Visit the San Lorenzo Valley Museum between November 29 and December 1 and receive a 15% discount on our wonderful book collection! We have a huge selection including books on Santa Cruz History, regional nature, and cooking. Buy one for yourself or as a gift for this holiday season. Your purchase will support the museum’s important
San Lorenzo Valley Museum, 12547 Highway 9, Boulder Creek For more information, call (831) 338-8382.
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he Scotts Valley Arts Commission is issuing a call to artists to submit designs for three traffic light junction boxes on Scotts Valley Dr. The Artists will be reimbursed for materials up to $200. The boxes are located on Scotts Valley Dr. at Erba Land, Carbonero Dr. and El Pueblo Dr. The artists are requested to submit a full color design and their preference for location (if any). Applications may be picked up at Scotts Valley City Hall, or on the City’s website. Submissions are to
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Friday & Saturday 7:30 pm Sunday, 2:00 pm, Cabrillo 7:00pm, German-American Hall Crocker Theatre, 6500 Soquel Dr. Santa Cruz, 230 Plymouth Aptos abrillo dancers will perform an caller4u@razzolink.com for exciting mix of contemporary more information! techniques and styles, from popping and locking to post Last Thursdays each month modern physical theatre. This Monthly Argentine Tango at Star year’s concert features world Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante premieres by guest choreographers Robert Kelley, Damara Ganley, and 4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene Italian/Argentene Restarante, Melissa C. Wiley. Tickets are $14 for general his is a night for true “Social admission, $12 for students and Tango.” Order a wonderful seniors, and $6 with a student meal from the Star Bene Argentine Menu, (or their well known italian activities card. Available at www. menu), and enjoy the ambiance of cabrillovapa.com, or by calling (831) 479-6154. Argentina and join us in a social tango dance to music from the Golden Age of Tango. Seacliff ParkStore Holiday Sale Private instruction and classes by 10:00am-4:00pm arrangement. For more information, ome find great nature call Michael (831) 239-2247. inspired gifts and support your state parks and beaches at First Fridays each month the Seacliff ParkStore Holiday First Friday Art Tour Sale! This sale runs Friday thru he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Sunday December. All funds stay Cruz Institute of Contemporary local and non-members receive Arts event, managed in conjunction 15% off. Save on iconic Michael with the participating art venues. The Schwab park illustrations, on event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most talented local artists from local galleries. in a First Friday art tour, visit
251 Kings Rd. Scotts Valley Ca. geless Art Project Exhibit featuring Oak Tree Villa’s Resident Artwork will be on display at Scotts Valley Library. For further information. please contact the Ageless Art Project at (831) 459-8917 x 208.
Friday Dec. 6 thru Sunday Dec. 8
Modern Square Dancing Class
Ongoing Events Ageless Art at the Scotts Valley Library
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orty-seven years of performing For more info, please contact us in the Bay Area, over 250 at (831) 476-6940 or visit us on popular tunes. Come see our Facebook. band for Free in Sunnyvale Every Wednesday. No cover. Contact Lee McLaughlin, Booking Agent, at 408-993BAND (2263) for information about booking the band for
galleries are open 12-9 pm for First Friday viewings.)
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apparel, and more, plus jewelry, maps, nature guides, local history books, educational toys, apparel, and other merchandise representing the special cultural history and environment of our parks.
While it may be important to be patient, you know instinctively that everything happens at the right time, and often for reasons out of your control. This brings a feel a fairly pragmatic changes that you have intorduced are about to come to fruition and a new phases is starting. When the sun moves into your sign on the 22nd you get more of an inkling how this will work out for you, time wise. Venus is in Capricorn for some months to come so make the most of your creative and loving self.
Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)
You are more than usually sociable and ready to party. This is the festive season, of course,
Saturday Dec. 14
Telemann not Television: An Evening of Music for your Enjoyment 7:00pm, St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 9850 Monroe Ave. Aptos oin us for an evening of music for your entertainment. Driftwood Consort will share with you some selections from Telemann’s works, as well as other chamber works, played on baroque
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Tuesday Dec. 17
Aptos Sons in Retirement Holiday Luncheon 11:30am, Severinos Restaurant, 7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos adies Day Program will feature
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note of the time after Christmas when you are a little bit secretive, since a special venture is about to start. Consider this as a period of preparation when you need to do your research and
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20) are facing a stark choice at the beginning of December, Rather than committing to one thing or another, bide your time and see that a natural outcome occurs which suits you very well. Friends and loved ones mean more than keeping promises to distant acquaintances so you may have to refuse invitations or situations that you feel you are duty bound to attend. You are elusive and can change your mind at the drop of a hat.
Aries (March 21-April 20)
You have high hopes and welcome the chance to shine and sparkle. At the start of this month, you are counting the cost as unusual expenses are needing your attention but you can turn your hand to making a little extra by working smarter, not harder Take note of some good advice from someone who knows you well and be sure to return the favour sooner rather than later. Finding balance in a relationship may mean that the rules have to be rewritten based on what is fair. A new start work wise is welcome and not before time.
Taurus (April 21-May 21)
While your focus for this month may initially be on making a fresh start, or having a rethink about a current project, you are soon taken over by other events out your control. This promises to be an exciting time and your expertise is required solving a tricky situation. Friends show their worth but someone else surprises you by their change of heart. Still, you are drawn to the idea of going away, having a short break and getting a change of scene. If this is something you love the idea of, then the best time is over the Christmas period.
Gemini (May 22-June 21)
Mercury in your opposite sign is great for romantic communication. Perhaps you and a loved one need to get away form the usual routine and be adventurous. The last thing a Gemini needs is to get bored! But it is likely that you will have to take the initiative. Some fabulous your chance to do what you have always wanted to do. Seize the day, especially around the 17th.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
This is the month where you seem to have too much to do and not enough time! But the start of leaving some people to sort out their own problems, if you are able. But you are very practical too, and can give up your time helping out when you would prefer more appreciation. Cash comes from selling unwanted items and you may discover buried treasure, in a manner of speaking! Good days to party are around the 17th and 22nd.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)
You love the festivities and all the razzamatazz that is Christmas and this year is no exception. You are cleaver and thoughtful and love the chance to show how truly creative and talented you are! Take note of someone’s great advice in the first week, but keep your own counsel. You know yourself better than anyone. In fact, you have seen how far you have come by following your own path and creating what you want rather than being too influenced by others. After the 22nd your attention turns to practical matters and exciting changes at work.
Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)
You really do not have to try too hard as what comes naturally means that you always do your
7:30pm-10:00pm, at Mid-County Senior Center 829 Bay Ave, Capitola allroom dancing to live music by The 10th Ave. Band.
and the thought that goes into the simplest things. These are what you cannot put a price on. Avoid the Christmas rush by getting organized early and be happy to let others take the strain once in a while.
atmosphere, free parking. Open to the public-singles welcome! Suggested donation, $6 per person.
This time of year is one for sharing and caring and all the ideals that you have yourself, all the time. This month, the action planet, Mars, is in your sign and this energizes you and helps to spread enthusiasm in engagement in even the most routine jobs. Since you are feeling a little feisty it means that you could attract some oppositions but provided you believe in yourself
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endors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items. Come and check it out! Browse through a wide assortment of treasures including books and photographs, vintage jewelry, clothing, Wednesdays glass and ceramic collectibles, Peninsula Banjo Band 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Harry’s Hofbrau, vintage hawaiian kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, and 390 Saratoga Ave, San Jose a whole lot of whatnot!
Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)
The start of this month is a time for your determination and focus means that you can be sure of the success you have been working so hard for. Now that you have others onside it you at last but you are aware that this has not been easy to rectify. Some wonderful surprises are in store and a chance meeting around mid month points you in the right direction. Be alert to those situations that others miss, that indicate it is all about being in the right place at the right time.
Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)
Freedom is very important to you but especially at the beginning of this month. You are wanting to do things your way and resent being told what is good for you. Consequently you are little feisty but not short of determination and enthusiasm. Take note of your feelings and intuition as you are more than usually sensitive and a little bit psychic. Love and romance are favored particularly around the middle two weeks, when you are have an amazing ability to tune in to your loved one.
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County Working to Improve Economic Vitality By Bruce McPherson, Supervisor 5th District
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s the County has adjusted to budget realities, my colleagues on the Board of Supervisors and I have turned our nation of how we can break the cycle of sustained cuts and instead begin a dialogue about how to diversify and expand our economic base. This economic vitality is essential in order local government and foster an economic climate for our community that will support a more prosperous future for us all. Although there are many factors
local government, strategies can be employed to create a healthy, sustainable, and diverse local economy. Planning for Economic Development ork has already been done to identify and promote potential new investments at key “opportunity sites,” and the Planning Department is reviewing zoning and land uses in these areas. This is an excellent start. Reuse of these sites in a way that enhances job creation, transportation options, protection of the natural environment, and our quality of life is an important initiative that deserves our support. The County has also hired an Economic Development Coordinator, Barbara Mason, who has been active
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the use of underutilized properties, retaining local businesses and assisting them to expand. The County’s economic vitality work plan that is currently under consideration is a broad ranging program to build jobs and enhance local revenues, including sales tax and transient occupancy tax revenues. It is designed to improve collaborative partnerships with the cities, with leaders in the county’s economic sectors, with research initiatives, and with others engaged in economic vitality. The economic development team will also facilitate funding, information, and permit assistance in order to grow jobs and local incomes.
Keeping and Bringing More Business to County er capita retail sales provide a basic measure of the relative retail strength of an area. The per capita sales in the unincorporated areas of the County compare unfavorably with other rural counties that have a similar unincorporated area population. While we hear that our County is too small or too closely enmeshed with the “over the hill” retail markets to sustain much new retail development, past studies have shown that the Santa Cruz market is large enough to support a full complement of shopping options. By enhancing retail options, potential new sales
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current and anticipated conditions. Reducing sales tax leakage is a top priority to attain economic vitality. Providing More Visitor Friendly Lodging isitors to our area travel to Santa Cruz for vacation and leisure. Only 7% of visits are for business or conferences, primarily due to the lack of appropriate facilities. Our visitation is seasonal and nearly 90% of visitors come from Northern California. Accordingly, improving the availability of lodging options will be important for the future. There is also a gap in the local marketplace for specialized lodging and facilities that could be targeted to the environmental and sports
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recreational visitor, who we know is a good match for the Santa Cruz lifestyle. Expanding the range of lodging options and amenities will increase overnight visits and visitor spending in the county and positively impact the growth of both sales and occupancy tax revenues. Progress is being made on two hotel sites in the San Lorenzo Valley. Owners of the Quality Inn in Ben Lomond have applied to replace the existing building with a new Marriott brand hotel which will turned to face the San Lorenzo River. It is estimated that employment will increase from a is expected to provide much needed lodging in the San Lorenzo Valley. The County’s Economic Development Coordinator has also been working with the court-appointed receiver, brokers and perspective buyers of the Brookdale Inn in Brookdale. Building and planning mitting to stabilize the structures and are currently working with two qualand reopen the shuttered hotel. Providing More Local Employment and Better Wages etween 2002 and 2011, the County lost nearly 7,000 jobs, and while we’ve seen some rebound in 2012, the County’s unemployment rate remains unacceptably high.
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plan for our County and the Monterey Bay region. Fairly or not, developers in the marketplace and local landowners report avoiding doing business in Santa Cruz County due to a reputation of complexity and uncertainty in terms of land use permitting. We must address this lack of certainty, as well as transportation and water issues. Work currently underway in the Planning Department to modernize the County Code and streamline the permit process is a critical foundation that is required to improve the County’s reputation as a community committed to increasing local jobs for local residents. To contact Supervisor McPherson – Tel#: 831-454-2200 Email: bruce.mcpherson@ co.santa-cruz.ca.us
Murphy seeks recess from shelter life
emember the movie where a playful pup follows a little boy to school? That is exactly
Murphy and the children at the school were having fun running, skipping, and playing fetch until the recess bell rang and the teacher noticed an extra “student” lining up to go to class. Wanting the dog to be reunited with its owner, the teacher contacted the local animal shelter, but Eventually, the Shih Tzu/Poodle Mix was transferred to the Santa Cruz SPCA where he has been happily running and playing with dogs and volunteers, but it’s obvious from the quizzical way he stares at you that he wants more than simple room and board. Every person, big or small, that comes to the Santa Cruz SPCA is greeted by a bout of Murphy’s kisses and playful prancing. Although Murphy is 5 years old, he is quite spry for his age and be choosey about his dog-friends, but is super loyal and loving to the friends he chooses. If his cute under bite and “parti poodle spots” aren’t enough to test you, our overnight fosters believe Murphy to be house-trained and “evaluated” him as a laid-back couch potato in the home. As Murphy’s Poodle heritage would suggest, he is intelligent and eager to learn but like most intelligent students, can be willful at times. While Murphy’s health exam came back an A+, he currently weighs a pudgy 14 pounds Murphy’s fur continues to grow (like human hair) and will need regular grooming; this is also a trait that makes him hypoallergenic!
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organization and receives no government funding, relying solely on public donations to run munity. For more information call the Santa Cruz SPCA at 465-5000, or visit www.spcasc.org. The SPCA is located at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz, CA 95065 and is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 p.m. The SPCA Mall Adoption is at the Capitola Mall.
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