Capitola Soquel Times: December 2014

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Capitola Village Welcomes 34th Annual Uncle Nathan’s Day

Peter Dwares and the Capitola Mercantile are hosting the annual Uncle Nathan’s Day Party for disadvantaged youth for the 34th year. Located in Capitola Village at the Mercantile Shopping stores and restaurants at 115 San Jose Avenue, this year’s celebration will include entertainment, balloons, food, the Grinch and Mayor Mike Termini will be Santa Claus. Additionally, the Capitola Fire Department comes by on one of their Fire Trucks the kids love.

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SC Ballet’s Annual ‘Nutcracker’ Soquel — Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre presents its annual holiday production of The Nutcracker, December 19 through 21, at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium.

The production, now celebrating its 12th year, has quickly become a beloved Santa Cruz tradition with over

70 dancers, a live 51-piece orchestra conducted by Pamela Martin and special guest stars.

This holiday classic, based on a story by E. T. A. Hoffmann, tells the tale of young Clara who receives the gift of a nutcracker from her mysterious uncle, and is swept into a world filled with magic and sweets. ... continued on page 4

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Cover SC Ballet’s Annual ‘Nutcracker’ by Jana Marcus

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Community News Local Toastmasters Looking To Make You a Better Speaker • Book Talk on Navaho Textiles • Home Sponsors Welcome Habitat Partner Family Performance of Handel’s MESSIAH – Christian School Students Join Santa Cruz Mormons Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting – Capitola Village Kicks off the Season with a New Holiday Event Dec 6 • ‘Fill The Barrels’ For our local Food Bank at Santa Cruz County Bank SPCA Program Focuses on Next Generation California Dreaming of a White Christmas – December 19 from 1 to 5 p.m. at SkyPark, Scotts Valley • Soquel Creek Water District Customers Achieve Water Savings New Facility Running Smoothly – Innovative Chromium 6 Treatment Exceeds State Requirements An Awesome 100 Years: Connie Faucher by Noreen Santaluce Capitola Village’s 34th Annual Uncle Nathan’s Day Priceless – A Christmas Story By Aimee Grijalva Third Annual Holiday Lighthouse Lighting Benefit for O’Neill Sea Odyssey Internet Crime Complaint Center’s (IC3) Scam Alert • Photography in the Library Exhibit

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Featured Columnists 18 Seniors in Action by Noreen Santaluce – Jean Christ 19 Hometown Tourist by Maggie Caldwell – Explore Capitola’s Winter Wonderland 22 Village Corner: CVRA – Casa Finkel, Three Generations of Capitola Residents by Rich Didday 26 The Book Bag by Robert Francis – Reading in front of a crackling fire…

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The nutcracker comes to life as a prince, and together they embark on a thrilling adventure, first encountering the dreadful rat king, and journeying through the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets. A holiday celebration to share with the whole family, experience the dancing toys, mischievous mice, waltzing flowers and sparkling snowflakes all dancing to Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score performed by The Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre Orchestra.

Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre has produced many top-notch dancers now performing in professional companies.

Alumni returning to Santa Cruz as guest stars in this year’s production include Melody Mennite Walsh, principal dancer with the Houston Ballet, Lauryn Winterhalder and her partner Richard Smith, of the Sacramento Ballet, and Gabriel Williams, formerly of the Sacramento Ballet and Trey McIntyre Project, and a soloist

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and principal with New York Theatre Ballet, Madison Ballet and many other companies.

Special Nutcracker events for the 2014 season will include an exclusive pre-show event, “Nutcracker Sweet Treats.” Join the company as Nutcracker magic comes alive prior to the afternoon matinees.

“Sweet Treats” ticket holders will receive a backstage tour, meet, greet and photo opportunities with their favorite Nutcracker characters, a scrumptious Pacific Cookie Company cookie, and their very own Nutcracker inspired ornament.

Performed by countless ballet companies since the 1940s, The Nutcracker continues to this day to be a holiday tradition for the entire family. The Nutcracker is the perfect way to introduce children, and people of all ages, to the power and beauty of classical dance. Tchaikovsky’s beautiful score and Robert Kelley’s theatrical staging combine to create a magical experience that is sure to be the sweetest part of your holidays! n •••

Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker Friday, Dec 19 - 8 p.m. starring Lauryn Winterhalder Saturday, Dec 20 - 1 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. starring Melody Mennite Walsh Sunday, Dec 21 - 1 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. starring Melody Mennite Walsh SC Civic Auditorium 307 Church Street, Downtown Santa Cruz Tickets: $10 - $55.

831-420-5260 or www.santacruztickets.com “Nutcracker Sweet Treats” available prior to 1 p.m. performances only. Additional charge with ticket purchase. Please arrive at the Civic by 11:30 AM. Tickets Make Great gifts!

Guest Performers Melody Mennite Walsh began ballet training in Santa Cruz at The Studio School of Classical Ballet and danced with Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre. She studied on full scholarship at Houston Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and with Suzanne Farrell at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. In 2001, Melody joined Houston Ballet as an apprentice.

She was promoted to Soloist in 2005 and to Principal Dancer in 2008. In 2007, Melody was featured on the cover of Dance Magazine as one of their annual 25-to-Watch.

Lauryn Winterhalder is from Santa Cruz where her training focusing on classical ballet at The Studio School of Classical Ballet with Diane Cypher and Robert Kelley and as a dancer with Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre. Local audiences will remember Lauryn in leading roles, most notably as the Snow Queen in The Nutcracker, Emily in Our Town, Peasant Pas de Deux and Zulma in Giselle and in many roles created for her by Robert Kelley. She graduated to traineeships with Pacific Northwest Ballet and Cincinnati Ballet. Lauryn has danced with Sacramento Ballet since 2010.

Richard Smith was born in Sydney, Australia and trained at La Vive Classique and the Australian Ballet School. He has danced with Urban Ballet Theatre, Australian Ballet, Manhattan Youth Ballet, and has been a dancer with Sacramento Ballet since 2008.

Gabriel Williams grew up in Santa Cruz where he trained at The Studio School of Classical Ballet, and at No Limits Dance and Performing Arts. He was a member of Milwaukee Ballet II for two

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Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium years, then went on to dance soloist and principal roles with Oakland Ballet, New York Theatre Ballet, Madison Ballet, Black Rock City Ballet, Sacramento Ballet, and Trey McIntyre Project.

••• Maestro Pamela Martin comes to Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre with many years of experience working with orchestras and dance companies. For four years she was the staff conductor for Ballet San Jose (formerly Cleveland Ballet) where she conducted Swan Lake, Coppelia, and The Nutcracker.

Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre is a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring the community and creating opportunities for young artists through the advancement of the art of ballet. Co-Artistic Directors Robert Kelley and Diane Cypher have many years of experience as professional dancers, instructors, choreographers and directors. In addition by teaching work ethics, organization, self-confidence and social skills, they help build leaders in our dancers. Dancers are chosen by open audition annually in August.

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Community Briefs

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If so, Santa Cruz Orators Toastmasters Club is the right place for you!

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••• Book Talk on Navaho Textiles other and daughter weavers Ellen and Lucy Begay spent their lives in the bewitching land of the Diné, or Navaho, in northeastern Arizona. Weaving has deep cultural roots there on the Navaho Reservation, and for the Begays it has been part of the rhythm of daily life.

Author and art collector Gary Beaudoin will discuss the Begays’ beautiful textiles when he speaks at the Downtown Library in Santa Cruz on Tuesday, November 25 at 7 p.m. The program is sponsored by the Friends of

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the Santa Cruz Public Libraries and is open to the public.

More than a half-dozen Begay weavings will be on display.

“Creativity and art is a cornerstone of Navaho culture,” says Beaudoin, who has collected Begay textiles for 15 years. The Begays’ weavings balance diverse design ele-

ments to approach the harmony the Diné call hozho. Each textile is a unique work of art.

Beaudoin is the author of Unbroken Web: The Art of Ellen and Lucy Begay, Traditional Navaho Weavers. After the talk, he will sign books.

For more information, contact Cordelia Neff at neffc@santacruzpl.org, x7796.

••• Home Sponsors Welcome Habitat Partner Family n October 9 Plantronics CEO, Ken Kannappan, and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk CEO, Charles Canfield, welcomed Pablo and Lupita Flores, and their two young boys, to their future home on Los Esteros Ct in Live Oak.

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Community News

Performance of Handel’s MESSIAH

Christian School Students Join Santa Cruz Mormons

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eorge Frideric Handel’s 1741 oratorio, MESSIAH, is perhaps the most beloved choral work in the Christian canon. In an exciting collaboration, the combined choirs of Monte Vista Christian School in Watsonville and the Santa Cruz Stake Choir of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will perform MESSIAH at the LDS Stake Center at 220 Elk Street in Santa Cruz, on Sunday, December 7 at 6 pm.

This 150-voice effort will be under the baton of Dr. David Anthony Dehner, the Director of Vocal Arts at Monte Vista Christian School. They’ll be joined by several MVCS alumni who have degrees in vocal performance from various Bay Area colleges and universities or are currently enrolled in music studies. An orchestra comprised of professional musicians from the community will accompany the combined choir. LDS Choir Director, Dr. Ruth Kaspar, is rehearsing the LDS singers and will lead the bell choir performing prelude music beginning at 5:45 pm.

MESSIAH is a favorite of both choral groups. The Biblical text moves from Christ’s birth all the way through the Savior’s crucifixion, resurrection and ascension, making the inspired piece appropriate at both Christmas and Easter.

Monte Vista has performed Part 1 of the MESSIAH each of the last eight Christmas seasons, and the LDS singers sponsored a community Messiah Sing last year.

There is no admission fee, but

attendees are encouraged to bring a canned food donation to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. For more information on this event contact Ruth Kaspar at 831-420-0722.

Bringing about this Musical Collaboration he invitation to perform MESSIAH at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints came from Stake President Wilson Walch, the spiritual leader of seven Mormon congregations in Santa Cruz County. Walch’s daughter is one of four LDS students enrolled at Monte Vista Christian School and one of two who sing in the choir.

Donald Scott, a counselor to President Walch, has had four of his children attend Monte Vista in years past.

Both Walch and Scott say they chose MVCS so their children would experience Christian teachings and values in the classroom. Dr. Dehner says he loves having LDS children enrolled at Monte Vista and that his main goal is to place the

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word of the Lord in the hearts of all the children he teaches.

More about David Anthony Dehner avid Anthony Dehner has been the chair of Fine and Performing Arts and Director of Vocal Arts at Monte Vista Christian School for 13 years. For his work as a music educator, Dr. Dehner is one of 25 national semifinalists out of 5,000 nominations vying for a GRAMMY as Music Educator of the Year. The field will be reduced to 10 finalists in December and the winner will be announced on February 8th at the Grammy awards.

Dr. Dehner says he and his wife

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have not been blessed with children of their own, but take pride in the hundreds of students he’s taught and mentored.

About 16 years ago, his mother had a vision that she had grandchildren from all around the world. When she first visited her son at Monte Vista Christian School and saw children of all colors and race in his program, she declared, “Oh! That’s that vision that I had.” n ••• Wes Sims: Director of Public Affairs Santa Cruz Stake, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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Community News

Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting

Capitola Village Kicks off the Season with a New Holiday Event Dec 6

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apitola Village invites you and your family to the Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 6, from 1 – 5:30,p.m.

This inaugural event will combine

both the Community Caroling and the Tree Lighting Ceremony, of years past, into a larger, more family oriented daytime event, which also supports local businesses. Families will enjoy a fun filled day of performances, activities and shopping while strolling through the festive and enchanting streets of Capitola Village.

Capitola Village Businesses will be giving away over $2,500 in gift certificates and there will be prize drawings every half hour, with a Grand Prize Drawing at 5pm.

Many shops will be offering special discounts and doing things for customers, like giving out cookies and cider or featuring artists in their stores for the Open House.

Inside the Capitola Mercantile, children will enjoy complimentary face painting, cookie decorating, sponsored by

Whole Foods, and ornament making. Plus, Shadowbrook Restaurant and Paradise Beach Grille will be providing tasty bites and beverages nearby.

There will be musical performances by the Soquel High Jazz Singers in front of the Mercantile on the Esplanade. They will then lead caroling through the village. The New Brighton Middle School Band will also perform in front of the Mercantile.

Children will want to keep an eye out for the Christmas Fairy who will be sprinkling fairy dust around the Village while giving out candy canes and posing for photos with the kids.

Village Businesses are also kicking off their first Window Display Contest this year. All are encouraged to vote on their favorites. Everyone who votes will be entered into the Grand Prize Drawing at

5pm.

The event will conclude with the Grand Prize Drawing at 5 p.m. and the Tree Lighting at 5:30 p.m. n ••• For more information contact the CapitolaSoquel Chamber of Commerce at 831-475-6522 or visit http://www.capitolachamber.com/events/

‘Fill The Barrels’ For Our Local Food Bank at Santa Cruz County Bank

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uring the holidays, Santa Cruz County Bank’s five local banking offices will serve as a community drop off location for Second Harvest Food Bank’s Holiday Food Drive.

This is the eleventh year that Santa Cruz County Bank has partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank in supporting the Holiday Food Drive.

The public is encouraged to make cash donations or bring in non-perishable food items to fill the Holiday Food Drive barrels, such as soups, stews, beans, rice, pasta, cereal, canned meats, tuna, peanut butter, canned fruits and vegetables.

The Bank’s goal is to help the Food Bank provide over 10,000 healthy meals to individuals in need in our community. All Santa Cruz County Bank locations are stocked with Food Collection barrels and cash contribution receptacles through December 21, 2014. For every $1 raised, Second Harvest can provide four healthy meals. Every full barrel provides 125 pounds of food and feeds over 100 people. n ••• Santa Cruz County Bank’s Second Harvest Holiday Food Drive Collection Locations: Aptos – 7775 Soquel Drive

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SPCA Program Focuses on Next Generation

Compassion for Animals Reaches Over 5,000 Santa Cruz County Students Per Year

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he Santa Cruz SPCA’s Humane Education Program is reaching over 5,000 of Santa Cruz County’s youth per year, over 75% of which are located in Watsonville and surrounding South County areas.

The Humane Education Program through the Santa Cruz SPCA is designed to teach today’s youth lessons of kindness, responsibility, compassion, and respect for animals and people alike. The kids of today are the companion animal guardians of tomorrow and in order to effectively curb issues like animal abuse, neglect, improper care practices, and overpopulation in the future we must help the youth understand how to make positive choices for their community now and for the rest of their lives.

Brenna Ewing, SPCA’s full-time Humane Educator and former board member of Unchained, an organization which focuses on teaching at-risk youth animal handling and training skills, has been working in Animal Welfare in the area for almost 20 years. Her work week is spent visiting classrooms all over Santa Cruz County giving age specific 30-60 minute interactive presentations on topics such as basic pet care, animal behavior and safety, the importance of spay/neuter, respect of livestock and wild animals, human and animal relationships, and society’s animal issues including feral cats, dog fighting, and the use of animals for such things as food, entertainment and experimentation.

“Our hope is to teach this next generation to view companion animals as family members that deserve to have their needs met just like any other member of the family.

Maybe if they learn those lessons of empathy and responsibility now we may not have as much an influx of animals without homes in the future,” Ewing says. “Many times the idea of spaying and neutering is completely new to the kids, they tend to make the connection when they realize it can prevent more homeless animals. If they bring this information home to their families there is a chance a positive change can be made.”

Presentations on animal cruelty and overpopulation, animal careers and society’s use of animals are gaining popularity in Watsonville high schools.

In south county elementary schools, there continues to be a focus on pet care and responsibility, and dog safety and kindness, both to animals and people.

Ewing, with the help of a bilingual Humane Education Assistant, is able to give these presentations entirely in Spanish to ESL high school classes in the South County.

With plans for a new shelter on the horizon that will provide much needed space for program growth, Ewing envisions a similar in-house program aimed at building and strengthening the human animal bond for youth in the middle and high school age ranges. She hopes to extend

our current summer camp, the proceeds of which help to fund the entire Humane Education Program each year, and also offer free after school programs and Spring/Winter break camps as well.

In order to carry out our mission of preventing cruelty to animals and promoting respect and reverence for all, a strong focus needs to remain on educating our youth. The Santa Cruz SPCA is committed to this ideal and plans to continue serving our whole community by offering this free and effective service.

Teachers and parents who are interested in incorporating Humane Education into their curriculum or youth group, can request a free presentation or more information by visiting the Humane Education section of our website www.spcasc.org, emailing our educator at Education@santacruzspca.org or calling Brenna Ewing directly at (831) 566-3753. n ••• The Santa Cruz SPCA is a private, nonprofit organization relying solely on donations from the generous public. The SPCA is located

at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz and is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and both Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit our website at www. santacruzspca.org or call (831) 465-5000. The SPCA Adoption Center and Gift Shop located in the Capitola Mall near target is open Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and both Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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California Dreaming of a White Christmas

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hree years ago, Gabriella Cosner, a four-year-old girl battling a rare form of cancer made one simple wish. She wished for snow on her 5th birthday, which falls on December 24 — a white Christmas. What started with a blog request for information on snow machines from Gabriella’s mother, Kristin, literally snowballed into an event that brought the entire community,

December 19 from 1 to 5 p.m. at SkyPark, Scotts Valley

including over 600 families in the last two years, together for a birthday gift that continues to give.

This year Team G Childhood Cancer Foundation, a nonprofit established by Gabriella’s parents, is gearing up for the 3rd Annual Gabriella’s Snow Day scheduled for December 19, 2014 at Scotts Valley’s Skypark. In addition to fantastical flurries, families can expect an

appearance from Santa and two special surprise guests, holiday food, treats, shopping, games, crafts, bounce houses and amazing raffle prizes all provided by an array of local businesses.

A $10 dollar donation is suggested for anyone participating in snow play, games with prizes, bounce houses and more with proceeds going to Team G Childhood Cancer Foundation for pediatric cancer research and Hope Totes. Team G CC Foundation was recently voted the 2014 Scotts Valley Organization of the Year!

We will be using this time to celebrate our accomplishment and acknowledge our newly found Team G Ambassadors.

This holiday season, bring your family and loved ones to celebrate Gabriella’s 7th birthday in a winter wonderland that is sure to be a fun and festive time for all.

Your participation in this joyous event will not only aid in the fight against pediatric cancer, but will support all the local businesses and community members involved.

100% of the proceeds will go toward the fight against childhood cancer.

The Cosner family created team G Childhood Cancer Foundation in 2013 shortly after their daughter, Gabriella finished cancer treatments at the age of 5. Joined by cancer parents, Diego and Claudia who lost their daughter to the same form of cancer less than 2 years ago, these families along with the community continue to support children and families affected by pediatric cancer.

Inspired by some of the amazing youth they encountered during each of their daughter’s treatment process, this family has become advocates for all children fighting cancer today. Their continued support comes in the form of Hope Totes, hospital survival kits created for newly diagnosed cancer patients, and funds dedicated to new and innovative treatment options. n ••• Looking to donate or volunteer? Contact Kristin Cosner kristin@teamgfoundation.org or info@teamgfoundation.org 831-239-5061 for more information.

Soquel Creek Water District Customers Achieve Water Savings

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hroughout November the Soquel Creek Water District is thanking its customers for their unprecedented water savings in 2014. Since February the District has pumped an average of 20 percent less water from the over-drafted groundwater aquifers that are currently its only water source.

“From the bottom of our hearts and

wells, we thank our customers and recognize that these savings are the result of a lot of hard work, more than a few brown lawns, and a conscious effort to do more with less”, says General Manager Kim Adamson.

The District’s board called for a voluntary water use reduction of 20 percent on January 28, recognizing Governor Brown’s statewide drought emergency declaration.

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This year the Board also declared a Stage 3 Water Shortage Emergency and a Groundwater Emergency at its June 17, 2014 meeting which enacted emergency water rates.

The water savings achieved this year not only help protect the groundwater supply against the current drought, which severely reduces recharge, but also against the District’s long-term issue of groundwater over-draft and seawater intrusion.

One of multiple solutions the District is working on is a proposed year-round conservation program called Conservation Plus that could include water budgets for residential customers and require water conservation-related measures for businesses. The board revisited Conservation Plus at its public meeting on November 18 at the Community Foundation. Specifically they discussed the program’s goals, customer concerns, possible program changes and outreach strategies. The board also looked at new data showing who could

still be affected by the program in light of this year’s unprecedented water-savings.

The District is also tackling the longterm groundwater shortage by carefully monitoring groundwater levels, seeking new water sources, collaborating with others who use the shared groundwater basin and requiring those seeking new water connections to offset their expected water use by funding conservation and groundwater recharge projects. n ••• The Soquel Creek Water District is a non-profit, local government agency providing water to Capitola, Aptos, La Selva Beach, Opal Cliffs, Rio Del Mar, Seascape and Soquel. www.soquelcreekwater.org

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Innovative Chromium 6 Treatment Exceeds State Requirements

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oquel Creek Water District’s innovative pilot facility to treat naturally occurring Chromium 6 continues to be on-track in successfully meeting the new state requirements. Over the next several weeks, the new treatment facility will be brought on-line treating up to 1,000 gallons per minute (gpm) of water by the middle of next month.

“The District has been ahead of requirements all along,” said Taj Dufour, Chief Engineer for the District. “Two wells that tested above the new state limit for Chromium 6 were removed from regular production long before the new standards went into effect in July. We are very proud to say that, on September 25, we received one of the first treatment facility permits in the State, and on October 10 we became among the first to successfully deliver treated water with reduced levels of Chromium 6 to our customers.”

The Chromium 6 detected in our water supply is a naturally occurring metallic element that is found in rocks, soils, and

plants. There was no industrial spill or discharge. Scientists have estimated that up to 80% of the drinking water sources in the US could have Chromium 6.

In July, California tightened the Chromium 6 standard to a maximum of 10 parts per billion (ppb), well below the federal standard of 100 ppb and the California limit for total Chromium of 50 ppb. The standards were created because Chromium 6 may be harmful to human health if consumed in large amounts over an extended period of time. The District’s new treatment protocols will exceed federal and state standards to further protect the health of our customers.

“We’re confident that the quality of water we’re providing to our customers far exceeds even the new State standard.

In fact, the District Board has set our goal to be one-fifth of the State’s requirement (2 ppb) for our water supply and we’re aiming to meet that,” Dufour said.

Four of the District’s 16 wells used for producing water have naturally occurring Chromium 6 levels higher than the new State standard. Over the next two years the full-scale permanent facility will be designed, permitted, and constructed, giving the District the option to treat water from three wells. The fourth well will remain in standby mode for emergency-use-only.

The pilot treatment system is located at the San Andreas well site near Hwy 1 and San Andreas Road. The facility showcases an innovative ion exchange technology that the District evaluated after being awarded grant funding by the Water Research Foundation in 2013. This pioneering research determined that the District could capture and neutralize the Chromium 6 with nearzero wastewater—ten times less waste than previous types of treatments—and at

a significantly lower cost. “It’s the first time this technology has been used in the US, and the pilot results have been extremely impressive,” Dufour says.

The current facility is temporary until the District constructs a larger, permanent facility that will be operational by October 2016. n For more information: http://www.soquel creekwater.org/water-quality/chromium-6 The Soquel Creek Water District is a non-profit, local government agency providing water to Capitola, Aptos, La Selva Beach, Opal Cliffs, Rio Del Mar, Seascape and Soquel. www.soquelcreekwater.org

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C apitola Veterinary Hospital Green Certified Business Provides State of the Art Care for Dogs and Cats C

By Maggie Caldwell

apitola Veterinary Hospital’s Dr. River May and staff of ten - that includes Dr. Katie Volat and Dr. Tiffany Mitchener - are on a mission to “Treat our patients and guide our clients as Family.”

As it happens, providing the best care intersects with making the lowest environmental impact. “We try hard to be green in all our business decisions,” said owner Dr. River May. “It’s really a win-win – we’re reducing the impact on the environment as well as providing better client service and patient care. For example, our digital x-rays eliminate toxic chemicals needed for processing as well as your pet’s exposure to radiation. Plus, the x-rays are higher quality and easier to share with specialists.”

Digital record keeping is another environmentally friendly initiative that benefits pets and their families.

“We’re 100% paperless; all of our medical records are digital,” Dr. May pointed out. “The digital records allow us to respond to clients’ questions immediately.”

The office generates virtually no paper thanks to Dr. May’s system of wet-erase communication cards that serve as message notes as well as a place to keep surgery and anesthetic notes.

“We scan the surgery and anesthetic records and use the cards again. It feels strange to write on paper anymore!”

Dr. May also worked for Capitola Veterinary Hospital to receive certification by the Monterey Bay Area Green Business Program. “It took a while to be certified,” he said. Besides the switch to digital x-rays and medical records, other green initiatives include proactive and creative recycling, retrofitting all lights to LED or high efficiency fluorescents, switching to EnergyStar computer monitors and servers, and securing a wind power purchase agreement.

They were rewarded for their efforts by the State of California this year; they became the first small business in Santa Cruz County to earn the “Cool California” award, an honor bestowed to climate action leaders.

“All the business decisions we make are based on what’s best for our patients,” said Dr. May. Capitola Veterinary Hospital provides a full spectrum of services to cats and dogs: emergency

and critical care (during office hours), a pharmacy, dental care, behavioral medicine, nutritional counseling, laser therapy (for treating arthritis and pain), endoscopy, surgery, X-rays and ultrasound, and stem cell therapy.

The high-level, compassionate care provided by Dr. May and his staff covers all of those services and more.

For example, all X-rays are reviewed by a board-certified radiologist who offers a second opinion. Board-certified surgeons are brought in for specialty procedures such as cruciate ligament (ACL) surgeries on dogs. And they have an in-house ultrasound; a device Dr. May has extensive experience with.

“It’s a much more sensitive device than x-rays,” he said. “It’s helpful to identify the presence of foreign bodies in the pets’ intestines, to diagnose cancers, and to monitor chronic disease without surgery.

“All of these things help with our goal of excellent service,” explains Dr. May. “We take care of our clients so we

can take care of their pets. We always follow up after an appointment to ask if they have any questions that were not answered. We have lots of education materials we send over email, resources to learn more about taking care of your pets. We want to you see us as a partner in improving your pet’s health.” n ••• Capitola Veterinary Hospital is located at 1220 H 41st Avenue in the New Leaf shopping center. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call them at 831-476-7387 or visit their website: http://capitolaveterinaryhospital.com.

Hours of operation are Monday – Friday from 8:30AM – 6:00PM and Saturday from 8:30AM to 4:00PM. They are closed on Sunday.

You can also follow Capitola Veterinary Hospital on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ CapitolaVet and on Twitter at https://twitter. com/capitolavet.

Capitola Veterinary Hospital accepts credit cards and works with clients who have pet insurance.

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An Awesome 100 Years: Connie Faucher

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By Noreen Santaluce

large birthday celebration at Mid County Senior Center with more than 100 friends and family members in attendance. Connie sat at the head table with her cousin Mary Mazzaglia who will be 100 in April.

Monday was spent visiting, and on Tuesday she was at the Senior Center for Bingo in the afternoon and Tuesday Night Live in the evening. On Wednesday, she and her Personal Attendant Cora Campos rode the bus to Cache Creek Casino for the day. Friday was taken up with a Halloween Party at the Nineties Club and Sunday she attended the Italian Catholic Foundation. Each organization paid tribute to her 100 years.

Connie was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts and moved with her family to San Jose, California, where they purchased orchards.

She worked in the orchards and canneries until she received a Teaching Degree at San Jose State.

100-year-old Connie Fauchet (center) surrounded by family During World War II she taught members at her 100 year old birthday party. typing to servicemen. onnie Faucher is a truly remarkable 100-year-old woman. She is attractive, outgoing, friendly, intelligent and interested in people and current events.

The week of her 100th birthday was typical of her still busy life. On Saturday she attended an Anointment Ceremony at Saint Joseph’s Church. Sunday was the

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She met her husband, Fred Faucher, on the Bumper Cars at the Santa Cruz Boardwalk in 1944 and they were married in 1945, a marriage that lasted for 67 years until Fred’s death in 2012. The couple lived in San Jose where Fred was with I.B.M. and Connie owned and managed Garden Villa Rest Home for 36 years while raising their two sons.

When Connie decided to sell Garden Villa and retire, the couple moved to the spacious home that Fred had built for them in Soquel. They became very active in the social life offered by local organizations and in volunteer work. They worked together in preparing fund raising dinners for the Mid-County Senior Center, and became famous for their Corned Beef and Cabbage celebrations for Saint Patrick’s Day and their Spaghetti Feeds. They were also participating members of Capitola Saint Joseph’s Church. The couple could be seen enjoying all the social activities offered by these organizations.

Travel was one of their hobbies, and together they went on 17 ocean voyages.

Connie Fauchet with her personal attendant Cora Campos.

Connie was accompanied by family members on a cruise to Hawaii this spring.

Today, Connie still lives in the home that Fred built for them with her personal care giver, Cora Campos. She does her own bookwork and prepares her taxes on the computer, entertains family members and friends. She is an active member of her church and The Nineties Club, plays Bingo every week, collects the food tickets at the Tuesday Night Live Dinners, likes to go out to lunch and is always ready for a new experience. n

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Capitola Village’s 34th Annual Uncle Nathan’s Day P Uncle Nathan’s Day

eter Dwares and the Capitola Mercantile are hosting the annual Uncle Nathan’s Day Party for disadvantaged youth for the 34th year. Located in Capitola Village at the Mercantile Shopping stores and restaurants at 115 San Jose Avenue, this year’s celebration will include entertainment, balloons, food, the Grinch and Mayor Mike Termini will be Santa Claus. Additionally, the Capitola Fire Department comes by on one of their Fire Trucks the kids love. Later we take up to 200 kids and adults on the Historic Felton Steam Train in the Redwoods, our tradition, where each child receives a gift.

Uncle Nathan’s Day is an annual Christmas / Chanukah party in Capitola for children in need. This wonderful production has been sponsored since 1980 by businessman Peter Dwares, and helped by Peter Dwares (right) with visitors our merchant partners. This event started Come see Santa Claus, the Grinch, as a party for the DeBolt Foundation’s Magician, Face Painter, Juggler, Balloons Adopt A Special Kid (AASK) which pro- and much more. Pizza, Drinks, Cookies & vides Adoption, Foster Care, and Family Cupcakes will be provided. Each child will Support. Now Uncle Nathan’s Day is open be given a Christmas/Chanukah by Santa to other disadvantaged youth in Santa and sponsor Peter Dwares.

Cruz County as well.

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By Special Invitation Only — Depart with their own kids told Mr. Dwares they to Roaring Camp for the Annual Holiday have been coming to Uncle Nathan’s since Steam Train Ride for children in need. they were three and four years old. For RSVP mandatory for train ride. For resermany youth this is their only Christmas vations please call Eric Yee at 510-326-6158. party.

Thanks To Debbie Johnson, Mayor Mike “Uncle Nathan’s Day is about giving Termini, Steve Newman Band and Eric Yee. disadvantaged children an opportunity The event is free for all children and their to have some fun and know that there are families. people out here who love and support them – all of them,” said Peter Dwares, President of the Dwares Group and sponsor of Uncle Nathan’s Day. n ••• Saturday December 13 Uncle Nathan’s Day Schedule of Events 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Public Welcome! eet at the Capitola Mercantile- 115 San Jose Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 – Snacks will be available. Christmas/ Chanukah Party for all Kids catching the Roaring Camp train at Dwares Landing as Peter Dwares (near right) looks on. children.

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By Aimee Grijalva

here are some things in life that are given the tag of priceless … like our children, families, and the experiences that we create with the ones we love. That is what Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services is all about; creating priceless moments for families like mine.

When I got the call from Jacob’s Heart saying that my family would be one of the families adopted for Christmas, I was relieved. So much had been taken away and neglected since our baby Matthew was diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia.

Our family needed some magic, and my children deserved a holiday full of dreams come true. Most of last year was spent inpatient at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital fighting cancer, unable to be home for months at a time.

Christmas. Birthdays. All holidays became luxuries — part of our life before cancer. Not this year though. This year would be different.

It was my little cancer warrior’s second Christmas and, although still in treatment, Matthew was doing well. That meant he would get a real Christmas; one that would be spent at home surrounded by all things that had nothing to do with cancer like presents, Christmas trees, family, and friends.

Fighting cancer had taken its toll on our family’s finances, and providing the kind of Christmas we imagined for our family would be impossible. When a child is diagnosed with cancer their care is so critical that parents have to quit their jobs to care for their terminally ill child.

Matthew’s cancer diagnosis reduced our

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two-income family by 50% overnight. Our and more. Izahia got his helicopter, which family was suffering from the financial brought so much joy to all the kids as it crisis brought on by childhood cancer, and flew overhead flashing and beeping. Lily received a variety of wonderful outfits. money was tight.

Knowing that, through the kindness of Our little cancer warrior, Matthew, was the people at Jacob’s Heart, our Christmas lavished the most. It was like they couldn’t stop thinking of wonderful gifts tree would have presents under to give my boy on his very first it was comforting. I remember Christmas at home. Matthew so clearly when a volunteer from opened gift after gift. Stopping Jacob’s Heart called to get our to play with each one - trying on wish list, I felt guilty. We were a hats and wanting to read all of his large family with four children, new books.

I told her to leave Lily off since When we thought we had she was just a baby and wouldn’t opened every wonderful gift, we know the difference. “She must Matthew noticed one gift remained, hidden need something…it’s Christmas,” the volunteer said. She was right; when a and slightly tattered, under our tree. This child in a family is fighting cancer that fight “last-but-not-least gift” was addressed to takes all precedence. The needs of other my husband, Ron, and me. No one had said family member can become neglected. anything about including the two of us.

Our little Lily was actually in dire need of Inside was the most beautiful, thoughtful gift. A date night had been planned for clothes.

The people at Jacob’s Heart took extra two beaten-down and exhausted parents. care to help our family have something Ron and I had not thought of ourselves we had missed so much over the course of in a long time, and we both were immeMatthew’s treatment — a chance to create diately touched. Someone invested a lot precious, happy, stress-free moments with of time, thought, and love into the night our family. The Jacob’s Heart volunteer they planned for us. We were so sweetly asked me to give her a list and options, reminded that we are not alone in this not letting me get away with, “Oh just battle, that there are people out there to anything will be fine.” She urged me on help families like ours.

Jacob’s Heart’s was persistent in filling with questions like, “What do they really want?” I struggled with thinking about my family’s needs, and the needs of other what it all would cost, especially when it local children with cancer and their families. came to choosing items for my teenaged There is no price tag one can put on these son. But Jacob’s Heart was persistent, essential services. They are priceless. Many trying their hardest to help my children get of the Jacob’s Heart children don’t have the their heart’s desire (including the pricey luxury of tomorrow. For some cancer warriors like my Matthew, his first Christmas at remote control helicopter for Izahia).

When the call came from Jacob’s home would be his last Christmas at home.

Heart to tell us our gifts had arrived, we Time with your child becomes not a matter all piled into the car, another Jacob’s Heart of quantity but quality.

I am so thankful to all who are not volunteer greeted us and said, “You’re the Pierce family; these gifts are for you.” She discouraged by the busy holiday season pointed to where an entire back wall was or long lines, but who are instead inspired covered by bags of gifts to be delivered. I to bring priceless moments to a family like walked to the area she pointed and saw mine. A few days after that Christmas, two large bags filled with gifts that had our moved to tears by the kindness of our famname written on them. The kids smiled at ily’s Secret Santa, I looked at my husband each other excited for what was contained and asked, “How did they know what we in the big bags. We thanked the lady and needed?”

They knew because Jacob’s Heart turned to leave. With a big smile she said, Children’s Cancer Support Services told “No, not just those bags, that whole pile.”

My children burst into squeals of them … ~ Priceless ~ n delight. Our car was packed to the roof Call to Action: Make a resolution for with bags full of presents and children who 2015 to be a part of the magic that Jacob’s could not stop smiling and laughing. It had Heart provides to local families of children with been quite some time since I had seen looks cancer, not only during the holidays, but year like that on their faces, and I was happy for round. Donate funds that will go directly to what Christmas Day had in store for my supporting local children with cancer and their family, we had been through so much. families. Send a prepaid gas card so parents can When Christmas morning finally fill their tanks with gas, send a Target gift card came we all woke up super early. so a parent can buy a special gift for a lonely With excitement, my kids opened each sibling, or send a Safeway card to a family thoughtful gift. They received not just struggling to put food on the table. Donate one item on their wish list, but pretty online at: Jacobsheart.org, 2007 Freedom Blvd. much everything they had wished for Freedom, CA 95019 or call 831-724-9100.

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Jean Christ

ean Christ has been on stage in one form or another since she was 14 which makes a total of 79 years because Jean is now an energetic lively 93 year old, who is about to write a book about her life.

She was born in Charlotte, North Carolina and started dancing at an early age. While on vacation in Myrtle Beach, she and some young friends developed a dance that they called The Big Apple.

It became the rage of the season as vacationers carried it back to their home states.

Later a Broadway producer, who wanted to use the dance with the original dancers in his show, sent for Jean and her friends to be in the chorus line. During a lunch break during rehearsals, Jean was alone trying out her tap shoes on the dance floor. She was spotted by producer Nils Granland and asked to be a featured dancer in his show “Nils T. Granland and His Beautiful Girls.” Her mother joined her as chaperon while she toured.

Jean’s reputation as the tap dancer with the “Betty Grable legs” grew, and her agent was book her on tours with Sammy Kaye, Tommy Dorsey, Frank Sinatra, The Pied Pipers, The Andrew Sisters, Alvino Ray, Groucho Marx and others, plus appearing at The Hollywood Night Club on Broadway in New York.

Her movie career began as an extra at the Warner Brothers Vitaphone Studio in

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Brooklyn. It was on a huge set with hundreds of extras. Two singers in the front needed a guitar player and the shout went out “Who can play the guitar” and Jean shouted back “I can!” This put her in front and she was called back many times.

She and her mother moved to Hollywood to further her career and she danced at the Florentine Gardens while working as an extra at five of the major studios. Her first movie part was as a dancer in “Rhythm Parade” which is still seen on television. She met many of entertainment celebrities and her personal idol, dancer Eleanor Powell.

During the years of World War II she volunteered at the Hollywood Canteen, where she was so popular with the service men that Bette Davis, who had organized the operation, wrote to her asking her to perform. Jean had a strong desire to go overseas to entertain the troops and was able to convince Kay Kayser to include her in his famous troupe with the comedian Ishkabibble.

As the war was coming to an end, they were in the Philippines where General Douglas MacArthur was in command.

Jean and Kay Kayser were able to convince him to let them make the announcement of Japan’s surrender from the stage if it happened during a show and that was when it happened. Jean still remembers the thrill of those moments when hundreds of service men were going wild and she was dancing from one end of the stage to the other while the band belted it out.

After the war, television was in its infancy and Jean plunged into this new world. She accepted the chance to appear in a live TV show called “Song and Dance.”

She played the part of a nightclub dancer constant arguing with her co-star a radio singer. It gave her a start. At one time she had her own Sunday night show back to back with Arthur Godfrey, one of the pioneers of television.

Jean became interested in the art of puppetry, the making and operating string puppets. She appeared with ventriloquist Paul Winchell on a Christmas Television Special. The reviewers came out in praise of puppets as stealing the show saying that television needed more puppets. She appeared again with Paul Winchell and the Ray Coniff Singers.

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Explore Capitola’s Winter Wonderland

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By Maggie Caldwell

ccording to current tide charts, December 2 – 7, 18 – 23, and again January 1 – 6, afternoon low tides will be low enough for you to explore the normally sea-covered expanses: one between New Brighton Beach and the Capitola Jetty and the other stretching west of the Capitola Wharf all the way to Pleasure Point.

December’s minus tides provide a perfect window for exploring the tiny tidepools tucked into Capitola’s marine terraces. You can see sandpipers and snowy egrets foraging among the sea grasses, hermit crabs sporting their new olive shells or top shells - - anemones, mussels, chitons, limpets, barnacles, and hermit crabs cling to the rocks – it truly is a wonderland of life. Don’t forget to look, up, too – there’s an amazing fossil record in the cliffs between New Brighton and Capitola.

Here are a few important precautions: • Wear shoes. Rocks are slick and sharp.

• Don’t go exploring if there’s heavy surf.

• Know what time the tide will start coming back in.

• Don’t go exploring after dark.

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Mid-County High School Scoreboard Football

Harbor Season Record (2-8, SCCAL 1-4) Coach Jeff Cox Scotts Valley 66 – Harbor 20 (Nov 11, SV) San Lorenzo Valley – Harbor 14 (Nov 8, SLV) Soquel 33 – Harbor 31 (Nov 1, Hm) Aptos 52 – Harbor 6 (Oct 24, Aptos) Soquel Season Record (4-6, SCCAL 2-3) Coach Brad Tompkins San Lorenzo Valley 23 – Soquel 6 (Nov 14, Hm) Santa Cruz 36 – Soquel 6 (Nov 7, SC) Soquel 33 – Harbor 31 (Nov 1, Har) Soquel 16 – Scotts Valley 14 (Oct 25, SV)

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Soquel Boys Season Record (19-8, League 12-0) Coach Trevor Wiens Soquel Season Scoring — Jack Pickard 27 Gms; 137 Goals: Max Somple 27 Gms; 132 Goals: Aiden Howard 27 Gms; 40 Goals: Charlie Bailey 27 Gms; 36 Goals: Andrew Breeden 26 Gms; 25 Goals CCS Div II Playoff Semifinals Menlo School (Atherton) 11 – Soquel 9 (Nov 18) CCS Div II Playoff Quarterfinals Soquel 16 – Valley Christian 7 (Nov 15) MBL Gabilan Postseason Tournament Carmel 13 – Soquel 12 (Nov 8) Soquel 22 – Santa Cruz 6 (Nov 6) Soquel 18 – Santa Cruz 10 (Oct 30, SC) Soquel 14 – Monterey 8 (Oct 23, CC)

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Soquel Girls Season Record (24-3, League 12-0) Coach Ryan Chapatte Soquel Season Scoring — Taylor Thorson 27 Gms; 93 Goals: Viviane KingAdas 27 Gms; 41 Goals: Camille Russell 27 Gms; 32 Goals: Jordan Malea 25 Gms; 22 Goals: Rachel Edmonds 27 Gms; 18 Goals CCS Div II Playoff Semifinals Soquel 8 – Castilleja 5 (Nov 19) CCS Div II Playoff Quarterfinals Soquel 14 – Ann Sobrato 3 (Nov 15) MBL Gabilan Postseason Tournament

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Harbor Season Record (22-15, SCCAL 12-2) Coach Matt Schutz Harbor Season Scoring — Lauren Matias 184 kills; Vaness Ditz 69 kills; Rebecca Lee 69 kills; Kindra Odoxta 40 kills; Bella Patenaude 252 assists CCS D IV Quarterfinals Soquel def Harbor (3-0) (25-13, 25-22, 25-19) (Nov 15) CCS D IV Playoffs Soquel def Santa Catalina (3-0) Soquel def Harbor (3-0) Harbor def Mount Madonna (3-2) Harbor def Aptos (3-1) (Oct 30) Harbor def San Lorenzo Valley (3-1) (Oct 28) Soquel Season Record (21-9, SCCAL 12-2) Coach Kamala Sipin Soquel Season Scoring — MaggieWalters 119 Kills; Camryn Rocha 104 kills; Alli Walters 272 Assists CCS D IV Semifinals Harker def Soquel (3-2) (25-19, 27-25, 22-25, 23-25, 15-5) (Nov 19) CCS D IV Quarterfinals Soquel def Harbor (3-0) (25-13, 25-22, 25-19) (Nov 15) SCCAL Postseason Contest Soquel def Scotts Valley (3-0) (Nov 7) Soquel def Harbor (3-0) (Nov 6) Soquel def Santa Cruz (3-0) (Oct 30) Soquel def Aptos (3-1) (Oct 28, Soq) Harbor def Soquel (3-1) (Oct 23, Har) n

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Casa Finkel

Three Generations of Capitola Residents

By Rich Didday

As in many other years, Casa Finkel entered an award-winning float in this year’s Begonia Festival. Who, or what, is Casa Finkel? It’s the name of the Soquel Creekside home of third generation Capitola Village resident Dan Finkel. Dan is a long-time member of the Capitola Village Residents’ Association.

Dan’s grandparents migrated from Germany in the 1940’s, and moved to Capitola in the 1950’s. They lived in the Jewel Box, and later helped Dan’s father LeRoy buy a house on Soquel Creek. The house has been known as “Casa Finkel” ever since.

Dan remembers working along with his father on a float (War Bonnet) in 1981 in their yard on Soquel Creek.

He remembers that there were dozens of floats, and being surprised that the float they helped build won! That was the first of what so far has been over a dozen entries built in front of Casa Finkel by Dan and his friends Will Miller (designer/engineer and now the Phantom), Don MacGlachlan, and scads of friends helping.

The 1992 float “Miss Pigonia”, constructed with a group of computer technologist friends of his father, was the last float his father saw.

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to a much broader audience; a major step in getting us to where we are now, surrounded by computers in all aspects of our lives.

LeRoy taught business and economics at Woodside High School for 20 years. Working with several partners, including Jerry Brown and Robert Albrecht, he produced literally scores of books about using and writing software for the stream of new microcomputers LeRoy Finkel that soon morphed into “personal computers.” Dan remembers his father going into his den at home and typing away, night after night, turning out book after book.

Dan said, “Our 6th grade classroom in Menlo Park had the first computer lab in the country.” LeRoy had talked Radio Shack and IBM into donating computers for it.

“What I like about his writing,” said Dan “Is that you can really hear his voice. People who never met him really knew him just from reading his books. He was a really sarcastic, witty guy.”

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Third Annual Holiday Lighthouse Lighting Benefit for O’Neill Sea Odyssey

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rom 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 4 in the Crow’s Nest Harbor Room (new location), the 3rd annual Holiday Lighthouse Ceremony & Celebration will be held to benefit O’Neill Sea Odyssey (OSO). The event will cost $50 per person, payable at the door. Space is limited and RSVPs are required.

OSO engages 4th – 6th grade youth with a hands-on science education field trip on a 65-foot catamaran on Monterey Bay and in a shore-side education center, in addition to ocean science curriculum provided for use in the classroom. It is free, and each class completes a community service project.

OSO Advisory Board member Bill

Simpkins and OSO Board member Jim Thoits are organizing the event. The pair had also spearheaded the fundraising drive for the Walton Lighthouse at the Santa Cruz Harbor. Some communities have holiday parades and tree lighting ceremonies.

Two nights before the Santa Cruz Yacht Club’s Lighted Boat Parade, we thought we would start a new and uniquely Santa Cruz Harbor tradition: throw the switch to light up the Walton Lighthouse. We hope it will become a tradition for the Seabright and Live Oak neighborhoods.

Sunset will occur around 4:51 PM and the switch will be thrown around that time. Food and wine will be served.

System Studies Incorporated, PG&E, and the Crow’s Nest restaurant are supporting the event. n To reserve your space, please email Dan Haifley at dhaifley@oneillseaodyssey.org by December 1.

“Briefs” from page 6 The Flores’ have begun their sweat equity building alongside Habitat volunteers, including employees from Plantronics and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Both companies are committing volunteer hours along with vital funding. Please come out to meet the Flores’ and participate in the construction of affordable energy efficient homes.

e-mail gives instructions to download the invoice by using the link provided, but the link is actually a .zip file that contains an executable with location aware malware.

Some of the command and control server locations are associated with the ASProx botnet, which has previously disseminated other spam imitating major retail stores.

It does not appear the E-ZPass e-mails actually attempt to entice recipients to pay anything. Rather, the infected machines are reportedly used for advertising click-fraud.

••• Photography in the Library Exhibit he Santa Cruz Public Library’s ‘Art in the Library’ program presents a photography show featuring nine local, diverse, contemporary and classic photographers. “Photography in the Library” is on exhibit at the Santa Cruz Branch September 28 through January 11, 2015.

The showing features works from the following local photographers: • Jim Bourne • Mary Anne Carson • Virginia Draper • Gary Irving • Paul Titangos • Paul Topp In addition, the Historic Photo Process Forum of the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History is exhibiting work by three local photographers who use antique printmaking techniques to create contemporary photographic images: • Jim Collum • Harlan Chapman • Rob Shaffer T h e Forum

exhibit includes vintage photographs and cameras from the collections of photo-historian Scott Bilotta and Forum moderator Charles Berger. The Historic Photo Process Forum is a resource for the study of early photographic technologies and provides exhibition opportunities as well as monthly round-table type exchanges of ideas and information.

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••• Internet Crime Complaint Center’s (IC3) Scam Alerts: E-ZPass Spam Campaign he IC3 has received reports of a phishing scam involving E-ZPass. The E-ZPass group is an association of 26 toll agencies in 15 states that operate the E-ZPass toll collection program.

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“Jean Christ” from page 18 When Jean watched Bill Beard and his puppets perform she decided, “That’s for me!” She took seven lessons with puppetry teacher Frank Paris, and in three months, she had her own puppet show on television. She and her partner Barbara Gilberty Rusie were constructing their own puppets with elaborate costumes and fascinating personalities.

They developed 45 puppets that they named The Pixie-Kin and performed playlets with them on local television and at children’s parties. First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy asked them to perform at her children’s Christmas parties.

NBC called them in to do a Christmas show, but the director did not realize the limitations of puppets and kept giving impossible directions as if they were real people. At this point, Jean decided she hated performing on television, and took her act on the cruise ships and nightclubs where they were highly successful.

In addition to this long and varied career in show business, Jean was married twice and has raised a son and a daughter.

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Community Calendar

Capitola Calendar of Events Saturday Nov 29

Ongoing Events

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Overeaters Anonymous

family members of people with Alzheimers Wednesdays Facilitated by Francie Newfield & Kathleen McBurney

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vereaters Anonymous is a 12-Step MovementR Surfin’ Santa 9:30 - 10:45a.m. at Pacific Cultural support group for those who 12 Noon - 3 pm, Capitola Village Center, 1307 Seabright, Santa Cruz wish to stop eating compulsively.

Esplanade ome explore Feldrenkrais oin us on the beach for Surfin’ Meetings daily. See our website for Awareness Through Movea current list of meeting times and Santa’s annual visit. Look out locations: www.santacruzoa.org mentR. These classes will increase over the horizon to see Santa your comfort and confidence in and his reindeer make their way moving as they heighten your Mondays to the shores of Capitola Beach self-awareness. First class is free Meal Solution Mondays via Outrigger canoe at noon. for new students. Pre-registration 4:00pm-6:00pm, New Leaf ComOnce settled, cozy in his beach munity Markets, 1210 41st Ave. is required. chair, Santa will visit with all the Capitola (Also down town and at Contact suzie@suzielundgren. children.

West side stores) com or call (831) 332-7347 et fresh ideas for easy-to-prepare, affordable, and nutritious main Saturday Dec 6 entrees from a member of the New WomenCARE Support Group uesday Support Group is a Holiday Open House Leaf Community Markets culinary gathering for women with all team.

A different recipe featured and Tree Lighting types of cancer. We offer support every Monday, ranging from meat ou and your family are to gluten-free, to vegan. Try a for women through all stages from invited as Capitola Village dishes, sample, get a recipe card, and learn diagnoses through treatment.

For more information or to Kicks off the Season with a tips for meal prep and leftovers. register call (831) 457-2273 New Holiday Event.

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11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ublic Welcome! Peter Dwares and the Capitola Mercantile are hosting the annual Uncle Nathan’s Day Party for disadvantaged youth. Come see Santa Claus, the Grinch, Magician, Face Painter, Juggler, Balloons and much more. Pizza, Drinks, Cookies & Cupcakes will be provided. Each child will be given a Christmas/Chanukah by Santa and sponsor Peter Dwares.

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hat is co-dependency? What is enabling? What is this insanity? Am I the only one who feels this way? Join Nar-Anon, a world wide fellowship of relatives and friends of addicts who have been affected by someone else’s addiction. Three meetings are now being held in Santa Cruz County, on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.

For a meeting near you call (888) 374-1164 or email saveyoursanity@aol.com Visit http://nar-anon.org/Nar-Anon/ California.html for more info.

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o you know a hero in the community? Nominate them to be celebrated at the Santa Cruz County Heroes Breakfast 2015. Visit www. redcross.org/santacruz before December 31!

If you are interested in sponsoring a table at the 2015 Heroes Breakfast, please contact Jennifer Hall at Jennifer.Hall2@redcross. org or 205.439.7819.

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ine on any Monday and 10% of the total sales go to a local nonprofit! Hula’s Santa Cruz selects a local non-profit each month of the year as part of the Mahalo Monday Program. Hula’s Island Grill and Tiki Room is located at 221 Cathcart Street in Santa Cruz.

Hula’s is open from lunch Tuesday – Sunday from 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., dinner nightly from 4:30 p.m. – close, and happy hour Tuesday – Sunday 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., Monday 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. For more information go to www.hulastiki.com or call (831) 655-HULA.

PROFILE of Santa Cruz

9:00am-12:30pm, 2045 40th Ave. Clares St. Capitola eed help finding a job? Join PROFILE of Santa Cruz. Its free and it works. Last year it places 126 of its members in jobs, and we can help you too. Ongoing workshops will cover resume writing, communication, and interview skills.

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up level your look and up level your First and Third Fridays income, use color effectively, create a Friday Shakespeare Club great look without sacrificing comfort.

1:30 pm-2:30pm, Lounge of the First Congregational Church, 900 Pacific Speakers Association High St. Santa Cruz 7:00pm, Firehouse on Soquel Dr. eets monthly on the first and Aptos third friday until June 5. Come peakers helping speakers get join us, a group of diverse women, gigs. in stimulating discussions of ShakeCall (831) 332-8221 for more speare’s plays. Guests are welcome. information.

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6:30 pm, Severinos, 7500 Old Dominion Ct., Aptos ommander Chuck Woodson leads the meetings.

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Second Tuesdays each month

Free Job Seek Workshop!

6:00pm-7:00pm, Gateway Bible Church, 5000 Granite Creek Rd. Scotts Valley. For more information, visit http://hirewire.org

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8:00 -12:00pm at Cabrillo College he Aptos Market, with over 80 vendors, is open year round, with the best selections of fresh foods. In addition, family activities, music, cooking demos by professional chefs, gardening workshops, seasonal fairs and events are a part of the market.

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6:30-7:45 p.m., 3192 Glen Canyon Road, Scotts Valley in the Bison Center and The Camp Recover Center 12 step program/support thru Saturdays group for friends and Ocean Gate Zen Center families who have been affected by the addiction or drug Zazen Instructions 7:00pm, 920 41st Ave. Suite problem of another. Nar-Anon B, Santa Cruz (next to Family members share their experience, Cycling Center) strength and hope at a weekly orning meditation schedule meeting. is Tues. & Thurs. 6:45am; Fri. Park in lower lot and walk up 9:00am, & Sat. 8:30am followed by Adoption/Child Welfare Orientation driveway and turn right at the “Come As You Are Zen” at 9:00am. 6:00pm- 8:00pm 1400 Emeline sign. Helpline (888) 688-7834.

Zazen instruction First Tues. of Second Thursdays each month Avenue room 206, Santa Cruz.

Find meetings at www.nar-anon. each month at 6:30pm. he first step to becoming a foster Veterans of Foreign Wars For more info. visit both org 6:30 pm, 2259 7th Ave. Santa and/or adoptive parent is to oceangatezen.org and facebook. attend orientation. The orientation Cruz ommander Ronals Petty leads Loss of Spouse or Partner is designed to review the child First Tuesdays each month the meetings. welfare system and to give you Seniors Grief Group For more information, call (831) for a chance to have your question Tail Wagging World Through Dec. 6 475-9804 answered by child welfare staff.

10:00-11:30 pm, Aegis of Aptos. of Dog Ownership To register to one of the meeting n 8 week discussion group 6:30pm at the Santa Cruz SPCA, and for directions, please call Second and Fourth Thursdays for seniors who have lost a 2685 Chanticleer Ave., Santa 454-4687.

Cabrillo Host Lions Club spouse or partner.

Cruz (cross street is Soquel Ave.).

Please call (831) 430-3058 for Second and Fourth Wednesdays 7:00pm at the Cabrillo Community Center, Aptos Village more information.

First Tuesdays and Santa Cruz/ Monterey Bay Branch Park, 100 Aptos Creek Rd. Third Wednesdays each month ADHD Support Group Meetings ublic is invited to all programs. Contact President Clutterers Anonymous 6:30-8:00pm Aptos Fire Station Orientations to Become Jess Allen 831-684-2721 or Past 5:30-6:45 Sutter Maternity & on Soquel Dr. Advocates for Children President Barbara ChamSurgical Center, 2900 Chanticleer pen Support meetings North County, 5:30-7p.m., first berlain at 831-688-3356 for on second Wednesday.

Ave, Soquel Dr. Santa Cruz.

Tuesday of month (for location Adult Only meetings on fourth meeting/dinner reservations details contact Danielle at 761or information or visit www.

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B12 Fridays cabrillohostlions.org.

2956 X102) South County, 5:30-7 Any Questions, contact Judy 3:00pm-6:00pm, Thrive Natural Brenis at (831) 818-9619. p.m., third Wednesday of the month at the CASA Office, 813 Third Thursday each month Medicine, 2849 Park Ave. Soquel et $5 off of B12 shots. B12 Freedom Blvd. Watsonville Image Matters Third Wednesdays supports immunity, energy, ASA (Court Appointed Special 7-8pm Inspire Salon in Capitola sleep, mood, and the body’s ability Advocates) needs volunteers, 3-5 Meeting Schedule for the hat does your style say about to handle stress. hours per week, to provide support, SCWD2 Task Force you? Learn the difference guidance, and a powerful voice in 7:00pm, Soquel Creek Water To learn more, call (831) 515-8699. between fashion and style, how to court for children who have been removed from their homes because of abuse or neglect. Everyone welcome, men and bilingual folks especially encouraged.

To RSVP call 761-2956 Ext. 102, or email Danielle@casaofsantacruz.org

o-dependents Anonymous C is a 12-step group for people who want healthy relationships C and self esteem. Weekly meetings are offered free of charge in Santa Cruz and Watsonville.

For a schedule and more information, go to www.coda.org or e-mail gratefulcoda@gmail.com or call (831) 469-6096.

District Headquarters, 5180 Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Soquel Dr. Soquel 7:00pm-9:00pm, 900 High St. eetings are open to the public First Congregational Church of Santa Cruz and the location alternates To learn more, call (831) 427-4016 between the City of Santa Cruz or visit www.pflagscc.org Police Community Room, and the Soquel Creek Water District Wednesdays Headquarters.

Toastmasters: Visit www.scwd2desal.org for more info.

Speak for Success 12:00pm-1:00pm, St. Philip’s Thursdays Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Capitola-Aptos Valley Drive, Scotts Valley.

Rotary Club Meeting iving a business presen12-1:30 p.m. at Seascape Golf tation? Interviewing for a Course. job? Improve your speaking Contact Chuck at 831-462-6092 skills in a friendly, supportive or e-mail charleswhitt@att.net for environment with Redwood Ramblers Toastmasters. Open to more information. all levels.

Drop-ins welcome. For more Hoffman’s for Second Harvest information, call 831-335-3693. offman’s in downtown Santa Cruz will donate 10% of total sales to Second Harvest TOPS every Thursday night from 5-10 (Take off pounds sensibly) p.m. Every $1 donated provides 8:45 am, Felton Firehouse healthy 4 meals to people in need et support for loosing weight at these health group throughout Santa Cruz through 200 different programs and meetings. agencies that Second Harvest Learn more by calling (831) support.

335-3510.

Drop by and support Hoffman’s Bistro & Patisserie at 1102 Pacific Overeaters Anonymous Ave. Santa Cruz CA 95060 6:30-7:30pm at Teach by the Beach #50 Rancho Del Mar, Aptos For more information, call (831) Big Book and OA Literature Study 429-7906 1:00–2:00 p.m., Louden Nelson Center, Room 5, 301 First Wednesday each month Community Center Street, Santa Cruz

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Church Bible Study/Worship

9:45am: Bible Study; 11:00: Worship, First Baptist Church 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos ooking for a church? Come worship with us!

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Third Sunday of Every Month

Science Sunday

Starts at 1 p.m., 100 Shaffer Road, Santa Cruz, 95060 eymour Marine Discovery Center presents a public lecture from a marine scientist the third Sunday of every month. Topics are presented in an entertaining and easy-tounderstand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion.

Science Sunday does not meet in December. For more info visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu

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Dated Events Tuesday Nov. 25 Aptos Branch Sons In Retirement Luncheon

11:30a.m. Severino’s Restaurant 7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos peaker will be Tom Alexander on “The Trip of the Liberty Ship SS Jeremiah O’Brian” During WWII over 2700 Liberty Ships were built in 1994 one of the two, still operational, sailed to England and France on the 50th anniversary of the invasion. Tom was a member of the crew.

Call Jack at 688-0977 for information.

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he Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you love music and want to be involved, Last Thursdays each month please call (831) 646-8511 or visit Monthly Argentine Tango at Star www.montereysymphony.org for Bene Italian/Argentine Restarante more information.

4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene Italian/Argentene Restarante, 21245 East Cliff Dr. his is a night for true “Social Tango.” Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene Tuesdays Argentine Menu, (or their well known italian menu), and enjoy BINGO 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, the ambiance of Argentina and join us in a social tango dance 150 Jewell St. to music from the Golden Age osted by Soquel Sports Foundation. Buy-In $15. Full of Tango. snack bar available. First Tuesday Private instruction and classes of each month is special $25 buy in by arrangement. For more information, call Michael (831) (up to five packs). Join us!

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Dance the night away to live 9:00am-4:00pm, Lincoln St. music and enjoy special guess DJ (Between Pacific and Cedar) CAMS - SF Magazine’s star of “Best endors offer an eclectic blend of the Bay Area” 2014, 2013, 2012, of antiques and unique items. and 2010. Buy your tickets for a Come and check it out! Browse chance to win fantastic raffle prizes through a wide assortment of while enjoying spectacular city treasures including books and phoviews of the bay from the gorgeous tographs, vintage jewelry, clothing, Bayview and Captain’s Rooms. glass and ceramic collectibles, vintage For more info: www.cityyhawaiian kitsch, turquoise, original outhnow.org/news-and-events or artwork, and a whole lot of whatnot! call (415) 753-7576 For more info, please contact us at (831) 476-6940 or visit us on Facebook.

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More info: www.santacruzharbor. org/events.html

atch for Santa Claus reaching the beach in Capitola via outrigger canoe and Saturday Dec. 6 First Fridays each month Wednesdays surfboard! Once Santa arrives he’ll settle in his beach chair to Downtown Holiday Parade First Friday Art Tour Peninsula Banjo Band hear holiday wishes and visit with 10 a.m., participants begin he First Friday Art Tour 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Harry’s Hofbrau, children. showing up at 8:30 a.m. is a Santa Cruz Institute 390 Saratoga Ave, San Jose Info: www.capitolachamber.com he annual event showcases a of Contemporary Arts event, orty-seven years of number of community groups managed in conjunction with performing in the Bay and organizations in a parade that the participating art venues. The Area, over 250 popular tunes.

Friday Dec. 5 runs the length of Pacific Avenue Come see our band for Free in event takes place year-round in downtown Santa Cruz. Get your and illuminates some of the most thru Sunday Dec. 7 Sunnyvale Every Wednesday. viewing spot early! talented local artists from local Music for Feat of Christmas No cover. www.downtownsantacruz.

Contact Lee McLaughlin, Booking galleries. erald the season with com/2014-holiday-parade Agent, at 408-993-BAND (2263) To find out where to participate this Santa Cruz tradition in a First Friday art tour, visit for information about booking presented by the Cabrillo firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most the band for Non-profit events Symphonic Chorus. The Saturday Dec. 6 galleries are open 12-9 pm for (donations are tax deductible). concerts include sing-alongs, First Friday viewings.) www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org choral masterworks and season Sunday Dec. 7 selections.

Symphony League Home Tour Second Fridays each month Thursdays Info: www.feastofchristmas.com he Symphony League of Santa Cruz offers its 29th annual Big Band Dance Lucky Steppers Modern home tour Saturday and Sunday.

7:30pm-10:00pm, at Mid-County Square Dance Friday Dec. 5 The self-guided tour includes five 6:30 pm, German American Hall, Senior Center 829 Bay Ave, 60th Annual CYN Holiday Party seasonally decorated homes plus Capitola 230 Plymouth St. Santa Cruz 7 p.m. - 11:30 p.m., McCormick one historical B&B. All proceeds allroom dancing to live quare dancing! Try it, you’ll music by The 10th Ave. Band. & Kuleto’s, located in San benefit the Santa Cruz Symphony. like it! Friendship put to music, Refreshments, large floor, friendly Francisco’s historic Ghiradelli Tickets and more info: www. event is family friendly. Classes atmosphere, free parking. Open to Square slscc.org through Jan 29 are free. Teacher the public-singles welcome! ity Youth Now Invites you to Don Benson Suggested donation, $6 per end 2014 feeling and looking For more information, contact Sue person. Proceeds benefit MCSC. Friday Dec. 12 Spectacular at the Holiday Party or Don at (831) 72-7053 or e-mail For more information, call (831) fundraiser. Get ready to taste some Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks 476-4711. at caller4u@att.net. of the swankiest cocktails and hors —Holidaze In Hicksville or a holiday concert of a different type, check out longtime Santa Cruz favorites Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks, who will be performing at a Kuumwa Jazz dinner show. The evening promises a little bit of country blues, a little bit of guitar swing, and a lot of fun. www.kuumbwajazz.org

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Your December Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

It’s time to set aside your worries as the month begins. Understand what each one means to you, but now is the time to relax, work out and de-stress. Next step is to cut back on the material and emotional things that might be causing you stress. Full closet? Sort it out and get rid of what you don’t need. Difficult relationship? Re-evaluate and decide if its really right for you. Mid-month is time to treat yourself — put together a big party and have fun!

As the new year approaches, review decisions made early in the month and move forward with your life!

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

As December begins, your creative juices are flowing freely. Keep a look out for anything that could inspire you! Also, your family might surprise you before the first week is over.

As the month moves on, make sure you give your work the focus it requires. Charity is important in the second half of the month, but you will receive the benefits of your support soon. As the year comes to a close, take the time to reflect on what a wonderful year it has been, and what lessons it has taught you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

With one more month to go in 2014, getting enough sleep is important to avoid the fog. Take a step back from the daily grind that has been keeping you up late and focus on your needs.

Take a relaxing bath, enjoy a favorite book — take care of yourself for a while. As you recover your energies through the first week, you can recommit to your daily grind. Later in the month its time to ensure people around you know what you need to move into the new year with peace of mind and spirit.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

December begins with a moment of clarity that will help you finally solve that nagging problem in your professional live, bringing peace of mind and a sense of accomplishment!

Later, a clear path may also appear in a sticky relationship. With your commitment to a healthy life, your feeling delightful as you pass through the mid month. Feeling like you need some alone time before the holidays? Don’t ignore them, and take some time for yourself before the big family gathering. As the new year approaches, pay attention to a new idea, it could change your life for the better!

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

The holiday season is in full swing, but don’t let the gravity between Thanksgiving and Christmas pull you apart. Slow down and figure out the best way to manage your time as you prepare for the new year. Your health is more important than any plans in play.

Half-way through the month, look for something unusual to inspire and fulfill your soul.

Don’t forget that the holidays bring more love and caring than the stress and strife, so look forward to those big reunions and be patient and understanding as the year comes to a close.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Listening to your friends is the best thing you can do as the last month begins; their advice could be the thing that gets you through the month and into the new year. New opportunities are sprouting up as December moves on, and by the second week you’ll have some new ideas to pass along, but don’t force the issue. Take the time to ensure you get your message across clearly. Balance the positives and negatives of your latest ideas as you move into the secondhalf of the month, and listen to a new idea just before Christmas!

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Your daily routine is being tested as the month begins. Having trouble at work? Social obligations pressing on you? Time to decide if you want to fuel the flames or put out the fire! Look for a new experience to open the second week — the more unusual the better! Romance is in the air as we get halfway through the final month. Don’t be afraid to let it into your heart, and make sure you let them know how you feel. As December 25 approaches, let yourself be pampered before diving into the holiday traditions, then dive right in!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Learning is what keeps you going, and as the month begins you’ll have ample opportunity — let the world be your classroom! The second week will be a time to share what you’ve been learning, possibly with someone new in your life who’s just as interested as you. As you move through the month, it may be time to shake up your health routine before the holidays — a new routine could spice up your workout and your life! Don’t just do anything though, make sure you look into what would be best for you. A new, wise, experienced voice that comes to you after Christmas is worth listening to, so don’t let your ego get in the way.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

Sometimes your willingness to be there for your friends and colleagues can interfere with your personal health and wellbeing. It’s alright to be generous, but make sure you don’t ignore your own needs, and be sure your generosity is not being wasted on those who don’t appreciate your effort. Make sure you’re understood as you communicate with people through the first half of the month and look forward to some wonderful news as the holiday approaches.

Getting organized before the holidays should make them less stressful. Take risks that could lead to great reward as you get ready for the new year.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

Romance is at the forefront of your thoughts as December gets under way. The excitement of the stolen kiss, the delight of the surprise date, the thrill of the loving gift … Your thoughts are consumed early in the month with romance and relationships, be it business, friends and family, but especially with romance. The positive energy carries you along as you take the lead on projects and plans through the middle of the month. Nothing can bring you down as you continue to take care of yourself right through the holidays and you’re ready as you’ve ever been for the new year!

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You’ve been planning your new health regimen for a while; what better time to start than the first of the month! However, if your current process is working for you, there’s no reason to shake things up this close to the new year. However, temptation to let your routine slide through the holidays is strong and needs to be resisted. Your ego is trying to get the better of your judgment in the middle of the month, don’t give in to your impulses. You are feeling great as Christmas approaches: your mind is flowing with creativity and ideas. Record as many as you can! You’ll want to sift through and find the gems as you prepare for the new year!

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Whether it’s hot or cold as December begins, you’re in the mood to be outside. Go for it! Find that trail, ride your bike, hit the courts. Whatever you’re in the mood for, don’t let the weather stop you! Productivity can take a back seat through the first days of the month as you find inner peace, which will fuel your energy and enthusiasm for the rest of the month’s activities.

By the middle of the month, you’ll be more than ready to decide what’s the best for you as the year comes to a close. Your creativity and drive will carry you through the end of the year and set you up for the next one!

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The Book Bag

Reading in front of a crackling fire …

By Robert Francis

the country’s history. Since this year marks the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I, this is a rather timely addition to the series as well.

The Ploughmen

By Kim Zupan Henry Holt. $26 et in Montana, this intriguing novel focuses on two men with very dissimilar lives yet some odd connections as well. John Gload is a contract killer who has a long list of victims.

In his late seventies, he has been arrested and is locked up in a small, rural jail.

Va l e n t i n e Millimakui is the Deputy Sheriff who draws night duty and must look after the killer. During the long, cold, lonely nightshift the two men strike up an acquaintance and share some of the particulars that brought each one to this point in his life.

Both men share a love of nature and a farm background. Also, important events in their youth set the course for how their adult lives turned out. As the complicated friendship between these two develops, the reader will discover the relevance of the novel’s title and how it relates to these individuals.

Zupan lives in Missoula, Montana, and his knowledge of the natural environs of his home state is central to the development of this unforgettable tale of friendship and violence. Kim Zupan sets his hook early and once he reels you in, you are his until you finish this spellbinding story.

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Woman with a Gun

By Philip Margolin Harper. $26.99 n actual photograph that the author saw by Leslie Jeter inspired this latest Phillip Margolin novel. Once he purchased the rights to the photo, Margolin began to create a story around the questions the picture raised.

The black and white photo shows a woman dressed in a wedding dress sanding in the surf with a gun in her hand.

In the novel Stacey Kim, the story’s heroine, sees the Pulitzer Prize winning photo and learns the woman pictured was involved in a murder investigation.

The night of her wedding the bride’s

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The Bishop’s Wife

Nu Mette Ivie Harrison Soho. $26.95 hen Jared Helm claims his wife ran off and left him, there are some people who question his claim in the Mormon community. Linda Williams, the wife of the ward’s bishop, is one of them. Going against her husband’s wishes, Linda begins to quietly look into the affair and what she discovers is more than just a little troubling.

The secrecy of the Mormon Church and its patriarchal structure comes under attack in this novel as Linda brings to light a series of secrets that suggest that someone is going to get away with murder unless she intervenes.

Inspired by a strange but true story of a real life disappearance in Utah, this novel raises some major questions about faith, the rights of women and a patriarchal religion. Harrison’s debut as a novelist has more than likely raised a few eyebrows in her Utah home.

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millionaire husband was found dead. The ten-year-old crime was never solved, so Kim decides she will do a little informal digging to satisfy her own curiosity. Kathy Moran, the photographer, and the woman pictured, Magan Cahill, hold the key to the mystery and now it will be up to Stacey to get these two women to unlock the door to the past.

There are plenty of twists in this remarkable thriller and it’s not until the final pages that the mystery behind the photo and death of Cahill’s husband is finally revealed.

If you are a Philip Margolin fan you may agree with the critics who are calling this one of his best novel to date. He definitely raises the bar with this riveting story.

Spring Tide

By Cilla and Rolf Borjlind Hesperus Nova. $16.95 livia Ronning intends to follow in her father’s footsteps and is finishing up her course of study at the Stockholm Police Academy.

One of the final activities Olivia encounters is resurrecting a cold case to see if she can shed new light on the dormant investigation.

Selecting a horrendous murder that occurred over two decades earlier, Olivia decides to find the detective who was assigned to the case. She discovers Tom Stilton has left the police force and is now a street person.

Locating Stilton, and with his help, Olivia begins to dig into the past never imagining that the repercussions will touch

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her own life in some very unexpected ways.

At the same time, a series of crimes against street people is also a situation the Stockholm authorities must address and this informal investigative duo becomes pulled into that case also.

To say this novel has some twists and surprises the reader will never see coming is a gross exaggeration. Be ready for a few gut-wrenching shocks but don’t “cheat” and look ahead!

An Unwilling Accomplice

By Charles Todd William Morrow. $25.99 his richly textured series of life during the World War I continues with featured battlefield nurse and amateur sleuth Bess Crawford home on leave. Bess is asked to accompany a wounded soldier to Buckingham Palace where he is to be decorated by the king.

When Bess goes to pick up the war hero at his hotel room, he has mysteriously vanished and Bess is blamed for the disappearance. How could a man forced to use a wheelchair just disappear like this?

When the Shropshire police report that the soldier has been sighted in their area and he’s been implicated in the murder of a man, Bess wonders what is going on here. Determined to get to the bottom of this mystery, the nurse heads for the hinterlands where her patient has supposedly done the unthinkable.

This atmospheric series has attracted a lot of readers with its realistic portrayal of Great Britain during this difficult period in

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Father Adams

By Nick Adams Tate Publishing. $14.99 ased on a true story, this novel by Capitola resident Nick Adams follows the adventure two men have on a vacation trip to Mexico. Supposedly, Adams and a friend, Father Mike Cross, fly down to Mexico in the clergyman’s airplane.

Weather and other factors make for an exciting adventure but the trip turns rather nasty on the flight home when the two men discover an unpleasant surprise in their airplane’s cargo area.

You’ll have to ask Adams how much license he took with this tale and how much of it is actually true! n

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Hey, Doc, Why Does My Dog Do THAT…?

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nyone who has ever spent significant time with a dog will often notice that the canine has very different behaviors from his human counterpart. Some of these habits can be downright offensive to the person in the relationship. What owner hasn’t wondered on occasion… where do these actions come from?

The Walk t can be the bane of every dog owner, this overwhelming need on the part of one’s canine to stop and sniff every bush, tree, light pole, fence post, and fire hydrant. What is supposed to be a brisk walk for moderate exercise often turns into an exercise of patience as the dog stops every ten feet or so for a long sniff. If one is walking a male dog, this will often be followed by a quick leg lift and urination of a few drops before happily trotting on to the next spot a mere ten feet away for an instant replay.

What is happening here? It is important to note that the canine nose is vastly superior to the human one. It has often been said that dogs “smell in color.”

However, that seems to be understating their true ability. If we compare the human vs. canine senses of smell in terms of a vision analogy, according to NOVA, what a human can see 1/3 of a mile away, a dog can distinguish 3000 miles away. Or put another way, a dog can detect a single rotten apple in two million barrels of apples. It is no wonder that they want to pause for that scent; it must be like reading the billboards in New York City’s Times Square.

But why the urination? Male dogs scent mark. Their urine offers a chemical communication for other domestic dogs;

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it marks this territory as theirs. Interestingly, the next male dog to come along will “overmark” the spot to compete with the first. It may go back to the age-old competition for mates and territory. It is interesting that female dogs will sniff just as often as males on a given walk, but normally only male dogs scent mark. Also, neutered males urine mark less than intact male dogs. This is particularly true if the male was neutered at a younger age before the behavior was learned and ingrained in his daily walks.

The Dance very dog owner knows “the dance.”

Dog meets dog on a walk; it starts with a brief nose touch and ends with an extended sniff of the other’s rear end. Often the dogs will circle to get a particularly long scent from each other at the same time. What are they doing? Call it the “doggy dance” or simply “doggy meet and greet.” Dogs are using those incredible noses of theirs to get a good sense of identity from the other dog.

But why the rear-end smell?

Dogs have internal scent glands near their anus. This scent marks stool, and the deposition of stool marks their territory.

But unfortunately, the glands can also become impacted and anal sac emptying becomes painful. This will lead the dog to “scoot” with his anus on the ground.

Impaction is the number one cause of scooting in dogs, followed by tapeworms, fleas, and allergies. Small breed dogs and overweight dogs are particularly susceptible. A veterinarian should examine any dog that exhibits scooting behavior, a foul odor, redness, or discharge. High fiber diets and laser therapy can help to prevent impaction. It is important to talk with your

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veterinarian about a plan to treat and prevent this disease.

The Meal ogs are opportunistic scavengers by nature. Wild dogs are just as likely to eat a dead and decaying meal as they are to hunt and kill a fresh meal. Even the most well-fed and well-trained dog will lunge and “wolf” down that “tasty” morsel on a walk outside. Shocking, really, when you consider that these nutrients come in a bacteria-and-parasite-laden package! Many dogs bring that instinctive behavior inside where they routinely patrol the kitchen counters and garbage containers for food. Their rummaging is often rewarded with the pleasurable discovery of something edible. Because of this inborn trait, owners must be extra vigilant because scavenging can lead to

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parasites, toxin exposure, gastroenteritis, and obstruction. A veterinarian should evaluate any dog with vomiting and diarrhea. Owners should scan the sidewalks for scavenging items when walking their dogs, keep the kitchen counters free of food, and dog-proof their garbage and trash cans in the kitchen.

It is clear that dog behaviors can differ vastly from human ones. Whether it is on our walks, our greetings of strangers, or our feeding behaviors, humans and canines do not react the same. The more we understand our canine companions’ special traits, the more we can appreciate what amazing creatures they are! n ••• Courtesy of the Capitol Veterinary Hospital. Website: capitolaveterinaryhospital.com

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“Finkel” from page 22 LeRoy later served as Director of media services for San Mateo County and was co-founder of the Computer Using Educators group (CUE). A fellowship in his name has been going to students since 1994, help keeping his memory alive.

I first came across LeRoy Finkel’s writings as an 8 1/2 by 11 handout; a version of “My Computer Likes Me When I Speak BASIC” for use with a mini-computer on display at the Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley. LeRoy co-wrote books teaching people how to program a wide variety of early personal computers, many with Bob Albrecht and Jerry Brown. The idea of helping people learn to use computers, the exploration of new ways of teaching computers, and the easy accessibility of the writing influenced me in the late 1970’s when I was writing on similar topics for hobbyist magazines, books, and the comic book “Finite State Fantasies.” n ••• If you have a story to tell about Capitola residents, or you’d like to join the CVRA, please send an email to CapitolCVRA@gmail. com Happy Holidays from the Capitola Village Residents’ Association!

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Dan Finkel holding two of his father’s many published books, these probably versions translated into Dutch and sold without regard to copyright.

Dan Finkel holding his favorite Begonia Festival award trophy, from the Festival in Capitola’s 50th anniversary event in front of Casa Finkel.

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Exceptional Teacher Training Through the Cotsen Foundation D uring the past three years our District has been highly involved with the Cotsen Foundation in Southern California. The Cotsen Foundation, www.cotsen. org, is an amazing foundation dedicated to the commitment of improving the excellence of teaching. The support and guidance that we receive from the Cotsen Foundation is one of the most influential partnerships in the history of our school district. Within a threeyear period this foundation has invested over $350,000 and has provided endless resources in the area of staff development. Soquel Elementary School staff deserves the highest accommodations for their professional commitment and willingness to participate in this rigorous teacher training/support program.

The commitment of this entire staff to obtain intensive staff development training is a tribute to their professionalism. Recently Soquel Elementary School was a visiting site for principals throughout our county to observe the excellent instruction in the area of Readers/Writers Workshop. Administrators throughout the county observed a school wide delivery of instruction that engaged our students and was academically rigorous.

As we prepare for Common Core assessments, it is our goal to implement exceptional professional staff development training program that mirrors the training opportunities that have been provided to teachers at Soquel Elementary School. Under the leadership of Principal Gerri Fippin, the staff has been able to obtain intensive professional staff development training.

For the past two summers some of the teachers at Soquel Elementary School were accepted to Teachers College at Columbia University (New York) for exceptional training programs. This amazing oppor-

tunity has galvanized the staff at Soquel Elementary School and has generated pathways for enriched interactive curriculum to occur at every grade level. The common bond through this exceptional training pathway has enabled the teaching staff at Soquel Elementary School to be able to maximize individual talents and to work seamlessly in the restructuring of class time in order to benefit all students.

What we have learned from our partnership with the Cotsen Foundation is that their strategic plan to develop gifted teachers has “fired-up” the staff at Soquel Elementary School. The continuity of instruction that exists among the teaching staff is directly influenced by the professional staff development opportunities that are a by-product of the Cotsen Teacher program.

Since the entire staff has actively participated for three years in intensive training opportunities, we as a district can adopt Soquel’s training module to expand upon our efforts to instill school wide targeted trainings in specific curriculums. One of our goals is to have every teacher in our district trained and be highly skilled in the delivery of instruction for the Readers/Writers Workshop. We now have the ability to utilize Soquel Elementary School as an observation site for these two academic programs.

It is exciting to engage with educators who share their resources and have fellow colleagues visiting their classrooms. Having colleagues visit your classroom and provide feedback is a powerful strategy for continuous improvement. In addition, this strategy has immensely strengthened the collaborative spirit of all teaching staff members.

As Superintendent of the Soquel School District I have been extremely pleased at the high level of professionalism and commitment that is being demonstrated by the entire Soquel Elementary School teaching staff. With the hiring of a new Director of Curriculum we will implement similar

training modules for teaching staff at our other schools.

The highlight of implementing similar training modules for our teachers will give us the ability to utilize numerous teacher experts within our district. Having gifted teachers within our district to lead intensive professional staff development is a significant motivating strategy to increase stronger teacher collaboration throughout the district.

Given the challenges that all school districts in California will address with our state’s Common Core requirements, we are implementing a professional staff development strategy that will enable us to provide outstanding classroom instruction for all children. We are excited to be able to maximizes our teacher’s talents and to develop student enriched and engaged curriculum. n NOW AT

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n this issue, I would like to share with readers our efforts in the Live Oak School District to increase school and district outreach to parents so that they will be actively engaged in their child’s education. We have selected parent engagement as one of our four focus areas because we believe children are more successful in school when there is a strong trusting partnership between parents and school staff in which the responsibility of educating children is shared, such that teachers provide formal instruction and implement school curriculum, and parents reinforce these efforts by creating an environment at home that facilitates the learning process.

As you may or may not be aware, the state has started using a new formula for determining school funding. The new system, called the Local Control Funding Formula, also requires a three-year Local Control Accountability Plan (or LCAP). When we went through the LCAP creation process last spring, we identified six goals that directly address parent engagement at the classroom, school, and district levels.

• Schools will be welcoming to parents and families to encourage their active partici-

By Tamra Taylor, Superintendent Live Oak School District

pation in school events • District and schools will engage in e f f e c t i v e school-family communications efforts • Schools and families will collaborate to support student success • District and schools will ensure shared leadership with parents • District and schools will provide and/or facilitate access to meaningful resources for families • Students, parents, and teachers will feel connected to a school community Each of these goals is supported by a number of activities that we will engage in between Fall 2014 and Spring 2017. The articulated activities all come directly from the district’s community of stakeholders who served on our Goal 1 Action Planning Team.

A few examples of these activities include: • Ensuring parents know a translator is always available to help

them communicate with their child’s teacher • Phone calls home from teachers that highlight something positive about their child • Parental empowerment regarding A-G requirements and college and career readiness • Frequent updates to the district and school websites • Actively seeking out parents to participate in district and school-level leadership councils and decision making.

In addition, we have partnered with the Live Oak Family Resource Center to research best practices for parent engagement and are conducting surveys and focus groups with teachers and parents in our district to inform our efforts. Using these activities as a base, the Live Oak Family Resource Center is guiding school principals and program directors through a yearlong study of research-based best practices for parent engagement. It is our plan to hire at least one parent liaison for the 2015-16 school year to assist us in our outreach to parents.

Finally, in an effort to encourage anonymous feedback from our parent community, we will be shortening the annual parent survey in the hopes that it increases our response rates. Each school annually reviews parent survey results with their parent community to refine their parent engagement strategies.

We are excited about engaging more parents in classroom, school, and district activities and look forward to sharing updates to the community about our progress towards meeting the district’s six parent engagement goals. n

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t the SPCA you can find a Trick AND a Treat and also a Candy Apple, Junior Mint, and Fun Size. They just happen to be a litter of five tiny Terrier mixes available for adoption! These eight-week old sweeties are bubbly, playful and savory sweet. As part of an unwanted litter, these pups ended up with us but what’s someone’s loss could be your gain!

All of the puppies are incredibly social and people oriented. They love nothing more than to crawl all over you and then snuggle up close. Because of their age and breed they have quite a bit of energy, spunk and feisty so they would be best suited for an active environment. These cuties will stay rather small, ranging from 5-15lbs when mature. Your schedule is a very important factor when considering adopting a puppy, as they should not be left alone for more than three hours a day.

If you would like to help animals like this puppy group and their orphaned friends, please consider donating to the Santa Cruz SPCA. 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 benefit the animals and people of our community.

For more information call the Santa Cruz SPCA at 465-5000, or visit www. santacruzspca.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 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.

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By Kim Adamson, General Manager Soquel Creek Water District

s I end my first full calendar year in Santa Cruz County, I wanted to use this column to reflect on some of the wonderful things I’ve experienced in the last year.

First on a personal note…after relocating for this job awhile my husband stayed behind in Washington to sell our home, he was finally able to move down and join me this year. We spent ten months living apart and it felt almost as long as the 25 years we have been married. While we had all but given up on selling the house, it finally closed last week after a year and a half on the market. Now we are enjoying this amazing place we call home together and discovering new things we love about it every day. Also our oldest daughter is expecting our first grandchild early next year. We find ourselves with so much to be thankful for.

This year I really got to know both the District employees and the Board of Directors. A good part of what drew me to this job was the high quality of the District staff. Our staff is truly the reason the District has such a good reputation in the community. The team is available 24 hours a day to help customers with their water concerns. It’s wonderful to receive a phone call from a customer who wants to make sure we know how friendly and helpful our employees are. District managers recently got the chance to thank them by coming in early and cooking breakfast for all of our staff. That was truly a joy.

We also have a Board of Directors who all truly care about our water situation.

They are constantly faced with difficult decisions that require numerous hours of study and preparation. When they meet, they are always well prepared and carefully analyze the options presented as well as input from the community. In the last year I’ve found they don’t always approach things in the same way, but I truly believe each and every one of them is strongly motivated to protect our water supply for future generations.

Finally, in this past year I’ve discovered that we have extraordinary

people in this community. When the District asked our customers to reduce their water use, they cut back by an amazing 20%. When we asked them to get involved in discussions about our future water situation, they started regularly attending our meetings and becoming a part of the conversation. We’ve had meetings with hundreds of people in attendance in the past year. When the District decided to reach out to private well owners so we could work with them to protect our joint water supply, they came to the table in the spirit of collaboration and are creating a valuable partnership.

I am very thankful for the part each and every one of you has played to make this a wonderful year. Here are photos of some of the highlights from the year: • Ecology Action Workshops • Private Well Stakeholder Group • Public Meeting Involvement • One of the First Permitted Hexavalent Chromium Treatment Pilots in California • Employee Appreciation Breakfast In closing, I would like to extend wishes for a wonderful holiday season from everyone at Soquel Creek Water District. n

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