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‘Beehive’ Starts Cabrillo Stage’s Summer Season

Cabrillo College is proud to introduce the 2019 Summer Festival Season, our 38th year of producing Broadway musicals now at the beautiful Crocker Theater on the Cabrillo College campus.

This summer’s diverse offerings begin with a Pop cultural celebration of women, friendship and the music of a uniquely unforgettable decade … and conclude with a Tony Award winning fantastical drama of children’s fairy tales woven brilliantly together and then twisted by the master musical storyteller, Steven Sondheim.

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CASA Welcomes New Advocates

A Universe of Stories

SCPL’s Summer Reading Program for Kids of All Ages

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he Santa Cruz Public Libraries’ (SCPL) Summer Reading Program, A UNIVERSE OF STORIES, begins June 1 and runs through August 10. Our entire program has been revamped this year in order to be more inclusive

and to put an even greater focus on reading. Studies have shown that reading just 5 books over the summer can significantly reduce Summer Slide — a term for the learning loss experienced over the summer. ... continues on page 4

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Community News Cabrillo Stage Summer Season: Shows begin June 27 and July 25; Musicals Beehive and Into the Woods CASA Welcomes New Advocates Free Lunch for Kids • Float Builders Needed for Lighted Nautical Parade • Sanitation Work Capitola/Jewel Box Sewer Replacement Project • We’re Still Here: I-You Venture’s Friendly Visitor Program • Monterey Express Shuttle Fastest Way to U.S. Open • Santa Cruz Art League • Seacliff Plaque Ceremony • Bay Shore Lyric Opera Presents Bellini’s Norma Aids/Life Cycle Bike Ride on Central Coast • Astrophysicist Natalie Batalha To Speak at Annual Mandel Lecture Cabrillo’s Largest Graduating Class County’s First 2-Year Budget Proposal: Operational Plan Also Released, Includes 172 Objectives • Santa Cruz County Releases 2020 Census Count Online California Outdoors Q&As: Mountain Lion Depredation SC Shakespeare is Back!: Summer Festival Tickets On Sale Now for the 2019 Season • SCC Parkinson’s Group Welcomes Dr. Halpern Santa Cruz SPCA Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Shelter Vaccination Before Int’l Travel Urged CalFresh Benefits Expanded: Now Serves Seniors and People with Disabilities Locals Honored for Water Conservation Videos: Bay Area High School Students Awarded for Water-Wise Gardening Production

Local Sports 15 Mid-County High Schools Scoreboard

Kids Camp 16 Why Day Camp?, By Marla Coleman

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“Reading Program” from page 1 This year’s theme, A UNIVERSE OF STORIES, was chosen to help inspire children of all ages to dream big, believe in themselves, and create their own story. It also celebrates the richness of perspectives that arise when we include stories from diverse people. And finally, we celebrate 50 years of space exploration and the anniversary of the lunar landing.

We are excited to present 3 SUMMER READING KICKOFF EVENTS to celebrate the beginning of the new program.

Bring your picnic blankets, chairs, and lunches for these free family events: A Universe of Stories with Nikki Borodi tart summer off on Sunday, June 9, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Duck Island Stage in San Lorenzo Park.

Nikki Borodi is a performance artist, singer, songwriter, ukulele player and acrobat! She brings her acrobatic musical storytelling to Santa Cruz with bubbles, balloon animals, magic, and acrobatics to delight all ages.

Coventry & Kalusa oin us for some fun in the sun and sign-up for summer reading while playing with bubbles, hula-hoops and more on Saturday, June 15, at Anna Jean Cumming Park (AKA Blueball Park) from 11 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

From 12-1 p.m. enjoy a special performance by award winning circus artists Coventry and Kaluza. They will be juggling, hula hooping, playing music, doing some comedy and more.

Percussion with James Henry ign-up for summer reading while playing with bubbles, hula hoops and more on Sunday, June 16, from 12 – 3 p.m. at Highlands County Park in Ben Lomond.

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How to Participate o sign up, visit santacruzpl.org/srp or visit any branch library, the Bookmobile, or a Summer Reading Kickoff event. Signups begin June 1st and participants have until August 10th to sign out of the program and receive their rewards. Participants of all ages are encouraged to read books 5 books of their own choosing, listen to audio books, or be read to.

Upon registration, kids and teens ages 0-18 receive a $10 Atlantis Fantasyworld gift certificate good towards a specially curated collection of comics and graphic novels and a coupon for a free book from any Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries Book or Lobby Sale.

After completing the goal of reading 5 books, kids ages 0-11 receive brand new

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free book selected by our librarians for summer reading. Kids ages 0-18 receive a certificate for a free game of bowling at Boardwalk Bowl.

In addition to these reading rewards, teen’s ages 12-18 also receive a raffle entry.

After reading 5 books adults receive a coupon for a free book from any Friends of the Santa Cruz Public Libraries Book or Lobby Sale. All age groups may choose a sticker or a button after reading 5 books.

Local businesses have donated fabulous raffle prizes for the raffles for those who read beyond the 5-book summer goal.

Each age group receives a raffle entry after completing an additional 5 books, up to a maximum of 20 books. Raffles will be drawn in July and August. n ••• Learn more about SCPL at santacruzpl. org or via Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter and YouTube.

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Cabrillo Stage Summer Season

Shows begin June 27 and July 25; Musicals Beehive and Into the Woods

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abrillo College is proud to introduce the 2019 Summer Festival Season, our 38th year of producing Broadway musicals now at the beautiful Crocker Theater on the Cabrillo College campus.

We dedicate this season to our founder and original Producing Artistic Director, Lile Cruse. Lile’s vision and dedication to bringing quality musicals to Santa Cruz County was the foundation of what Cabrillo Stage is today.

This summer’s diverse offerings begin with a Pop cultural celebration of women, friendship and the music of a uniquely unforgettable decade … and conclude with a Tony Award winning fantastical drama of children’s fairy tales woven brilliantly together and then twisted by the master musical storyteller, Steven Sondheim.

Beehive: The 60’s Musical he ultimate celebration of 1960’s female empowerment, Beehive features the music of some of the decade’s legendary artists, including the Supremes, Leslie Gore, Dusty Springfield, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner and Janis Joplin.

It’s a 60’s nostalgia party with timeless classics such as “My Boyfriend’s Back,” “Be My Baby”, “Son of a Preacher Man” and “Me and Bobby McGee.” Beehive begins in the early days of the decade, fondly recalling simpler times. But beehive hairdos, records, and boys, defiantly evolved into miniskirts, transistor radios, flower power and the summer of love.

This story is told from the perspective of six young women who came of age in this enigmatic decade. Through the sounds of their female Rock idols, these young

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ladies look back on a host of issues ranging from their first Beehive Dance to the challenges of political unrest, inequality and seeking empowerment.

Come share their journey and enjoy great singing and dancing, lots of fun, and an outstanding, live onstage band!

BEEHIVE: The 60’s Musical will play June 27 through July 14.

••• Into the Woods ne of the most beloved Broadway musicals of all time, James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece ... and a rare modern classic.

The musical intertwines the plots of several Brothers Grimm and Charles Perrault fairy tales, exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. Audiences will enjoy seeing Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, Jack (and his Beanstalk), Cinderella, handsome Princes and other entertaining characters.

The musical revolves around a childless baker and his wife, and their quest to begin a family, a journey that begins with a witch who has placed a curse on them, and continues as they interact with the storybook characters along their way. The Tony Award winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.

Mark your calendars for this summer ’s special Into the Woods Children’s Matinee at 12 noon on Thursday August 9th. Kids are encouraged to come dressed in character costumes, and after the show they will enjoy special backstage tours and orchestra demonstrations, as well as a meet and greet with our cast!

INTO THE WOODS will play July 25 through August 18. n ••• On behalf of the 38th Season’s cast and crew, we look forward to seeing you ”On Broadway”!

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n March 19, and May 21, the Hon. Rebecca Connolly swore in 30 community members as Court Appointed Special Advocates for children in foster care.

The newly appointed volunteer Advocates completed 35 hours of training and will be advocating for children in the county’s dependency (foster care) court system.

As officers of the Court, they ensure that the children’s needs are recognized and their best interests are considered in the courtroom, school, and in the community.

“I have over 30 years of experience working with abused and neglected children, and for 26 of those years, I have been a Social Worker,” said CASA’s Executive Director Lynne Petrovic, who has been in the role since August. “I loved working with our children and the systems that support them. But no matter what position I held, I saw that sometimes we were unable to come together as a system and a team to do right by every kid.”

“Every child in our system needs someone who is looking out for that child’s unique needs — so that when the system struggles, there is someone who will watch and speak up for that child’s best interests and who will stick with that child no matter what,” Petrovic continued.

“Our Court Appointed Advocates provide advocacy, stability and hope to children who may never have had stability or ever believed that hope was worthwhile having — And that is a wonderful thing to do. We are grateful for every community member that steps forward to help our children.”

CASA of Santa Cruz County’s waitlist of children currently includes 24 children,

16 of which are under the age of 3. Although there is a great need for bilingual and male volunteers, we always encourage people from all cultures and professions and of all ethnic and educational backgrounds to learn more. n ••• Upcoming Informational sessions are: • Saturday, June 8, 10:00 a.m. at CASA, located at 813 Freedom Blvd. in Watsonville • Tuesday, June 11, 6:00 p.m. at Live Oak Family Resource Center, located at 1740 17th Avenue in Santa Cruz • Wednesday, June 12, 5:30 p.m. at CASA, located at 813 Freedom Blvd. in Watsonville • Thursday, June 13, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. at The Painted Cork Studio, located at 1129 Soquel Avenue in Santa Cruz • Friday, June 14, 12:00 p.m. at California Coffee, located at 9105 Soquel Drive in Aptos ••• For more info on how to become a CASA volunteer advocate, please contact CASA Outreach Coordinator Cita Rasul at (831) 761-2956, ext. 201, or visit www.casaofsantacruz.org.

Cover Teaser Photo: 2019 CASA Graduating Class: Back (from left): Honorable Judge Rebecca Connolly, Guille Silva, Christopher Erikson, Joani Rieger, Erika Anderson, Emma Gordon, Jenny Hundemer (CASA Trainer), Laurie Romero, Devon Linneman, Sugey Cortez, Tim McGirk, Franco Tandoi, Gary Bloom, Brenda Picone, Barbara Lorimer.

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BEEHIVE, THE 60s MUSICAL is presented through special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW).

INTO THE WOODS is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI).

2019 CASA Graduating Class(cont): Back (from left): Honorable Judge Rebecca Connolly, Jean Poulos, James Smith, Torrey Ebaugh, Patrick Donnelly, Anna Maria Jimenez, Kim Mygatt, Jocelyn Lopez-Marinez, Mark Ebaugh, Casie Wright, Jenny Hundemer (CASA Trainer).

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Free Lunch for Kids a Manzana Community Resources, one of Community Bridges’ Family Resource Centers, is sponsoring a free summer lunch program that enables kids to receive healthy lunches over the summer.

Join us to ensure no child goes hungry by letting all children and their families know about this program. During summer vacation, many food-insecure children lose access to free or reduced priced meals, but this valuable program provides no cost and convenient access to meals for kids in need.

Free lunches will be provided to ALL children Mon. thru Fri. from noon to 1 p.m., without eligibility documentation, who are 18 years of age and younger at the following site(s): ——— North County Beach Flats Park • June 10– July 28 133 Leibrandt Ave. Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Contact: Edgar Landeros (831) 426-2322

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Boys and Girls Club of Santa Cruz June 10– August 9 543 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Contact: Katee Freeman (831) 423-3138 x 30 ——— For more information: https://community bridges.org/ ••• Float Builders Needed for Lighted Nautical Parade magine barges on Soquel Creek decorated with twinkling lights.

Saturday, September 28 will be Capitola Beach Festival’s second Lighted Nautical Parade. At dusk the lighted barges will meander from the trestle, under Stockton Bridge to circle the beach lagoon.

This year’s festival theme is “Light Up Capitola” Be a part of this exciting new parade.

We provide the 8X12 ft. floating barges to the first 10 groups who sign up. At home construct a simple frame or parts to anchor your creative light display onto the barge.

On parade day, attach your lights to the barge at a small designated site along the creek and watch the watery reflections as you float down the creek. All materials added to the barges must be removed by the float builders after the parade.

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Visit the Capitola Beach Festival website for more information and to sign up to decorate a barge of contact the Nautical Parade Chair (831) 239-1611.

••• Sanitation Work Capitola/Jewel Box Sewer Replacement Project he Santa Cruz County Sanitation District has announced that Wharf Road, Cliff Drive, Stockton Avenue, 45th Avenue, 47th Avenue, 48th Avenue, 49th Avenue, Crystal Street, Emerald Street, Garnet Street, Jewel Street, Opal Street, and Lincoln Street, in the Jewel Box area of Capitola, will be subject to traffic delays with potential lane closures between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., from May 20, 2019 through May 2020, weather permitting.

These delays and lane closures are necessary for sanitary sewer improvements. The Santa Cruz County Sanitation District would like the motoring public to be prepared for delays during these times. Questions may be directed to David Seanez, with Harris and Associates at (831) 524- 5565.

For up-to-date information on county maintained roads in Santa Cruz County, please visit: www.sccroadclosure.org ••• We’re Still Here I-You Venture’s Friendly Visitor Program Volunteers Needed For Seniors in Care Facilities he Friendly Visitor Program offers companionship to seniors in care facilities and lets them know someone cares. Volunteers engage residents in a broad spectrum of activities, as well as one to one visits. You can make a difference to many residents who may not have anyone to visit them.

The volunteer’s help residents overcome the loneliness they may feel and let them know someone cares! Everyone smiles when they receive a visit from a friend!

Volunteers needed for the following: • Visit isolated seniors • Assist with Arts and Crafts • Assist with board games, puzzles and bingo • Share music with seniors • Share life history and memories • Read to seniors Help brighten a senior’s day by sharing your time and interests with them! For more information: cleveland.n@fsa-cc.org ••• Monterey Express Shuttle Fastest Way to U.S. Open olf aficionados and casual spectators alike looking to skip the U.S. Open tournament traffic and avoid parking

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••• Seacliff Plaque Ceremony historic marker plaque has been installed at the Seacliff State Beach Visitor Center to commemorate the 100year history of the cement ship.

On June 1st at 2pm, a formal dedication ceremony will be held at the Visitor Center on State Park Drive in Aptos.

Cake will be served. The plaque was donated by E Clampus Vitus.

For more information or to stream Seacliff State Beach/ S.S. Palo Alto LIVE: https://www. parks.ca.gov/live/seacliff

hassles can take the fast and easy Monterey Express Shuttle to the tournament June 13-16. After boarding on Cannery Row, fans will enjoy a quick, comfortable and affordable trip to and from the U.S. Open grounds in Pebble Beach.

Cannery Row also makes an ideal home base for the entire tournament, offering engaging dining, shopping and lodging options all within an easy walk.

The Monterey U.S. Open Express Shuttle can be picked up in Cannery Row at the corner of Prescott St. (700 Cannery Row), next to Steinbeck Plaza.

Convenient all-day parking is available in the Cannery Row Garage, just two blocks from the shuttle stop. Entrance is on Foam Street between Prescott and Hoffman.

The shuttle runs June 13 – 16 on a continuous basis between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Tickets are available at the Cannery Row shuttle stop. Cash Only For more information, visit www.canneryrow.com/shuttle or call 831-657-6488.

••• Santa Cruz Art League lease join us in celebrating the Santa Cruz Art League’s 100th Anniversary at our Business after Hours AND Ribbon Cutting event, taking place at 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz.

The Santa Cruz Art League is the oldest visual arts organization in continuous operation in Santa Cruz since 1919. Enjoy a celebratory evening with networking and complimentary food and beverages.

The event takes place Thursday, July 11 from 5-7 p.m., with a ribbon cutting at 5:45 p.m. at 526 Broadway in Santa Cruz. Everyone is welcome to join in this celebration.

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••• Bay Shore Lyric Opera Presents Bellini’s Norma Sunday, June 2, 3 p.m.

Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Building ritten by Romantic-era Italian composer Vincenzo Bellini in 1831, Norma is a tragedia lirica in two acts that take place in 50 B.C. Gaul.

It features Bellini’s signature long melodies and is considered a masterpiece of the bel canto genre, which is defined by a highly expressive style of singing. Norma also features one of the all-time great soprano arias, Casta Diva. As such, the opera is considered a defining role for operatic sopranos.

The priestess Norma has had an illicit affair with Pollione, an officer in the forces occupying her land, and has had two children by him. Pollione has now tired of Norma and taken up with the younger priestess Adalgisa. Meanwhile, Norma’s people cry out for rebellion against the occupying forces.

Will Norma take revenge on Pollione, and will her people discover her secret?

CAST: Conductor: Johnathan Khuner • Norma: Jenny der Torossian Studley, Soprano • Adalgisa: Lilliane Cromer, Mezzo Soprano • Pollione: Gregory Spear, Tenor • Oroveso: Lazo Mihajlovich, Baritone • Clotilda: Paige Patrick, Soprano • Flavio: Diego Granobles For more info: www.bslopera.com n

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Aids/Life Cycle Bike Ride on Central Coast T he AIDS/Life Cycle Bicycle Ride will move through Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties next week. The cyclists will use the state highway system during the daytime hours between 6:30 am and 7 pm in the following locations: • Sunday, June 2, the riders will use southbound State Route 1 and US 101 before arriving at Harvey West Park in Santa Cruz County during the afternoon hours.

• Monday, June 3, the riders will leave Santa Cruz and use portions of southbound State Route 1 and US Highway 101 ending their day at San Lorenzo County Park in King City in Monterey County.

• Tuesday, June 4, the riders will leave King City and use a portion of southbound US Highway 101 before reaching the Paso Robles Fairgrounds in San Luis Obispo County.

• Wednesday, June 5, the cyclists will leave Paso Robles using Hwy. 46

West to Hwy. 1 south through Morro Bay and Pismo Beach before reaching Preisker Park in Santa Maria in Santa Barbara County.

• Thursday, June 6, the cyclists will leave Santa Maria towards State Route 1 and continue south ending their day at Ryon Memorial

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• Friday, June 7, the riders will leave Lompoc and use State Route 246, State Route 1 and US Highway 101 towards southern Santa Barbara County before ending their day at San Buenaventura State Beach in Ventura County.

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will be present to maintain a safe environment for motorists, cyclists and support vehicles. The riders will travel single file with the flow of traffic.

Caltrans reminds motorists to move over and slow down when driving through highway construction zones. n ••• For traffic updates on other state highways on the Central Coast motorists can call Caltrans District 5 Public Affairs at (805) 549-3318 or visit the District 5 website at: http://www.dot. ca.gov/dist05/road_information.htm or for more information on this event you may visit: https:// www.aidslifecycle.org/the-experience/the-route/

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astrophysics at UC Santa Cruz, ward-winning astrophysserved as the scientific lead for icist Natalie Batalha will NASA’s highly successful Kepler give a free public lecture, mission, which discovered more entitled “Lava Worlds to Living than 2,500 planets around other Worlds: How a NASA Mission stars.

Sparked the Search for Life On the Kepler mission, she Beyond Earth,” on Wednesday, identified planets that might June 5, at 7:30 p.m. at the Rio Natalie Batalha be able to sustain life and led Theatre in Santa Cruz.

Batalha, a professor of astronomy and the analysis that yielded the discovery PUBLIC NOTICE SANTA CRUZ CITY SCHOOLS MEASURES I, J, O AND P SENIOR CITIZEN, SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME AND SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY INSURANCE EXEMPTION APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE

On June 5, 2012, the voters of the Santa Cruz City Schools District approved Measure I and Measure J Parcel Taxes. Measure I is $38 per parcel annually for eight years, and supports Grades 9-12 library and counseling services. Measure J is $85 per parcel annually for eight years, and supports Grades K-8 art and music programs, library programs, and counseling services. Both have exemptions available for Senior Citizens, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).

On November 17, 2015, the voters of Santa Cruz City Elementary School district approved Measure O Parcel Tax and the renewal of Measure P Parcel Tax. Measure O is for $72 per parcel per year annually for eight years, and supports Grades 9-12 instructional and after school programs in Career Technical Education, Science, Technology, Engineering, Performing Arts and Athletics for middle and high school students. Measure P is $105 per parcel annually for eight years, and supports Grades K-3 class size reduction, lowered class sizes in Grades 4-6, library services, art supplies, life lab, and a variety of other K-6 programs. It has exemptions available for Senior Citizens, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).

To qualify for the Senior Exemption from the Parcel Tax, you must: 1) turn 65 years old prior to July 1, 2019; and, 2) own and occupy your property as your primary residence; To qualify for the SSI/SSDI Exemption from the Parcel Tax, you must: 1) currently receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and, 2) have an annual income that does not exceed 250% of the 2018 Federal poverty guidelines issued by the United States Dept. of Health & Human Services.

HOW TO APPLY FOR A SENIOR CITIZEN OR SSI/SSDI EXEMPTION Applications are available electronically, by email, by request, or in person: • Download at www.sccs.santacruz.k12.ca.us • Call the Parcel Tax Administrator at (844) 332-0549 for application by mail or e-mail • Send an email to exemptions@sci-cg.com • Apply in person at the District office: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 405 Old San Jose Rd, Soquel CA 95073 In order to notify the County of your exemption in time for the 2019-2020 tax bill, we must receive your application no later than Friday, July 1, 2019.

If you sold your home and purchased a new home, you must re-file for a Senior Citizen Exemption for the new property.

Questions should be directed to the Parcel Tax Administrator: SCI Consulting Group at (844) 332-0549

in 2011 of the first confirmed rocky planet outside our solar system. In 2017, Time magazine named her among the 100 most influential people in the world. She received the UCSC Alumni Achievement Award in 2018 and was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2019.

After the Kepler space telescope retired in October 2018, Batalha left NASA to join the faculty at UC Santa Cruz, returning to where she had received her Ph.D. in astrophysics in 1997. She continues to study planets orbiting other stars in the galaxy, investigating questions of planetary habitability and searching for evidence of life beyond the solar system.

This lecture is presented as part of the

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Mandel Lecture Series, which promotes public awareness and appreciation for astronomy. n ••• For more information or for disabilityrelated needs, please call (831) 459-2192.

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Cabrillo’s Largest Graduating Class C abrillo College announced that 40 of them are graduating with high honors it honored its largest graduating (3.75-3.99 GPA).

Of Cabrillo’s Honor Transfer Stuclass ever. Cabrillo’s 60th graduating class is 1,476 students strong, a 23% dents, 21 students were certified for the increase over last year’s graduating class of UCLA Transfer Alliance Program, which gives priority admission into the UCLA 1196 graduates.

This year Cabrillo College will award College of Letters and Sciences for fall, 1150 A.A. degrees, 588 A.S. degrees, 232 2019. This year, Cabrillo students enjoyed certificates of achievement, and 246 skills an 88% admit rate into the UCLA College certificates. The Cabrillo College Class of of Letters and Sciences.

Several Cabrillo graduates also 2019 is comprised of graduates ranging in age from 17 to 75 years with an average age received scholarships through the UC and CSU systems. Rosie of 28. Of the total gradNavarro of Watuates, 63% are females This year Cabrillo sonville received and 37% are males.

UCSC’s prestigious As a Federally desigCollege will award Pister Scholarship nated Hispanic Serving 1150 A.A. degrees, Award. Prior to Institution, 48% of transitioning to Cabrillo’s graduating 588 A.S. degrees, Cabrillo College, she class is Latinx.

232 certificates of attended WatsonThe Cabrillo ville/Aptos Adult College Class of 2019 achievement, and Education where contains a record 120 246 skills certificates. she obtained her students who are gradGeneral Education uating with a 4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) (more than twice last Development (GED) in 2013.

A mother of four, she is a first-genyear’s total of 50 students), 168 students who will graduate with high honors (3.75- eration college student who is setting an 3.99 GPA), 229 who will graduate with example for her children. Rosie majored honors (3.5-3.74 GPA) and 597 who will in Sociology and Communication Studies graduate with honorable mentions (3.0- at Cabrillo. She will receive three different Cabrillo Associate’s Degrees; an AA in 3.49 GPA).

This year, 80 students will graduate Sociology, an AA in Communications, and or transfer as part of the Honors Transfer an AA in Liberal Arts and Sciences. Rosie Program, having completed all of the maintained status as a full-time student courses required to transfer, including at with a cumulative GPA of 3.5.

She is a member of the Alpha Gamma least 15 units of honors coursework, while also maintaining a 3.5 or higher GPA. Of Sigma Honor Society and helped with their those 80 Honors Transfer students, a record fundraising by participating in bake sales.

She has worked for several years with the disabled community in Santa Cruz County, and has also volunteered as a mentor for the Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) program at Cabrillo College. In December 2018, Rosie was named the Cabrillo College Student of the Month.

Four students also received scholarships from the San Jose State University Alumni Association, Santa Cruz Chapter.

Scholarship recipients include: Jasmine Fabie, Graphic Design major, Erin Koch, Public Health major, Ken Ueda-Martinez, International Business major, and Alejandro Uribe-Rocha, Civil Engineering major.

This year, 337 students will graduate with an Associate’s Degree for Transfer (AA-T/AS-T), a unique degree offered by the California Community Colleges for transfer into the CSU system. Students who earn an AA-T or AS-T Degree and meet the California State University (CSU) minimum eligibility requirements are guaranteed admission to a CSU. Finally, this year Cabrillo will confer its first Honorary Degree to George Ow, Jr. Thirty years ago, George Ow, Jr. started the American Dream Scholarship program at Cabrillo College with the aim of helping local high school students attend Cabrillo.

He has been awarding $500 to local high school students each year, supporting more than 1,600 students to date.

In honor of the Ow Family’s impact on Cabrillo College and the thousands of local students they have supported, President Matt Wetstein is conferring Cabrillo’s first

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honorary degree in Liberal Arts and Social Sciences to George Ow, Jr. Following the processional and the National Anthem sung by the Cabrillo Chorale, Cabrillo College Vice President of Student Services Sue Gochis will welcome participants and guests. Cabrillo College President and Superintendent Dr. Matthew Wetstein and Cabrillo Faculty Senate President Dr. Robin McFarland will give their congratulatory remarks to the Cabrillo College Class of 2019.

Representing the Associated Students of Cabrillo College (ASCC), Student Senate President Moritz Wodtke and Student Trustee Daniel Perez will recognize Cabrillo’s Transfer Students, and Vice President of Instruction Dr. Kathleen Welch and Cabrillo Board President Christina Cuevas will present the class of 2019.

Dr. Francisco Iñiguez Becerra, Spanish Instructor, Alfonso Lobato, Math Instructor, Dr. Ekua Omosupe, English Instructor, and Nancy Stucker, Spanish Instructor, read the graduates’ names. n ••• For more information: Cabrillo.edu

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County’s First 2-Year Budget Proposal

Operational Plan Also Released, Includes 172 Objectives

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anta Cruz County is pleased to release its $1.6 billion 2019-21 Proposed Budget, which maintains fiscal responsibility while investing in critical public services.

The Proposed Budget is the first two-year budget in County history, and establishes a longer financial horizon in order to better identify and plan for challenges ahead, including slowing revenue growth and increasing demands on public services.

The Proposed Budget is accompanied by the release of the County’s first-ever two-year Operational Plan, which activates the County’s strategic plan, Vision Santa Cruz County.

“While there are challenges ahead, Measure G and the voters of Santa Cruz County have placed the County on sound financial footing as we work together to bring residents quality, cost- effective services that address our community’s most critical needs,” County Administrative Officer Carlos J. Palacios said. “I would like to thank County staff for leading the way on improving how the County does business, resulting in our first two-year Operational Plan and other key initiatives that will position us well for the future.”

Overall spending will decrease by 12 percent, primarily due to the completion

of large capital projects, while general fund spending is projected to increase by 5 percent. County fiscal reserves are maintained at 10 percent of revenues.

Measure G, approved by two-thirds of County voters in the 2018 general election, provides funding for several key projects, including ongoing construction at LEO’s Haven at Chanticleer Park and the Focused Intervention Team pilot program.

The Proposed Budget also includes several measures to address public safety,

including improved security and mental health services at County detention facilities, adding DNA analysis to the County’s Forensic Services Laboratory, a new Probation Service Center and a new Aptos Public Safety Center.

The Proposed Budget also includes funding for improved maintenance and management of County facilities, and a study of possible reinvigoration of County campuses to meet community needs, including affordable housing.

Guided by six cross-departmental committees organized around each of Vision Santa Cruz County’s focus areas, the 2019-21 Operational Plan includes 172 objectives that are focused, attainable and work collectively to provide equitable improvements for the lives of all Santa Cruz County residents.

Among the objectives are plans to eliminate medical clinic wait times, establish progress on the Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail, study neighborhood courts, review the County’s model of public defender services, make traffic improvements and resurface 25 miles of local roads, create a new recreation camp for County youth, expand the County’s Thrive by Three program, expand voter access, provide a sustainability update to the General Plan, and expand housing opportunities including for farm workers.

The Proposed Budget also includes information on how local tax dollars are allocated, as well as information on the County’s expansive efforts at strategic and operational planning, including the implementation of continuous process improvement and performance measurement. n ••• For more info: www.santacruzcounty.us and www.sccbudget.com

Santa Cruz County Releases 2020 Census Count Online

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he County of Santa Cruz and the Community Action Board of Santa Cruz County are pleased to announce an expanded 2020 Census website.

Residents wishing to learn more about 2020 Census activities or get involved can visit http://www.santacruzcountycounts.us. The site offers information about the importance of the Census, the local Complete Count Committee, opportunities to volunteer and even find a job with the Census Bureau, a community-based calendar of events for local Census-related events and a countdown clock to the 2020 Census.

“The Census gives us an opportunity for all voices to be heard and counted,” said Maria Elena de la Garza, executive director of the Community Action Board of Santa Cruz County. “It is critically important how we engage

with all sectors of the community to cultivate and reinforce the message that everybody matters and can exercise their right to be counted.”

The 2020 Census will be the first to rely heavily on online responses. The Census guides more than $675 billion in annual funding, including $77 billion in

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California alone. Uncounted persons can cost communities thousands of dollars over the next decade. Responding to the Census helps create jobs, provide housing, prepare for emergencies, build schools, roads and hospitals, and much more.

California includes a large number of populations considered at risk of being undercounted. Those include foreign-born residents, renters, individuals living in homes without Internet access, people living close to or below the poverty line, and young children. Under federal law, all information collected is strictly confidential. n ••• Residents can also follow Census activities on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ SantaCruzCountyCounts or on Twitter at @Census2020_SCC.

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California Outdoors Q&As: Mountain Lion Depredation Q uestion: I live on a farm in the hills.

If I witness a mountain lion chasing and devouring one of my goats in my herd, can I shoot and kill it on the spot?

How about if I am walking on a remote trail with my dog and a mountain lion attacks my dog, can I shoot it to defend my dog?

Answer: Mountain lions are specially protected in California (Fish and Game Code, section 4800). In 1990, California voters passed Proposition 117, an initiative that made it illegal to kill mountain lions except under very limited circumstances.

However, if you witness a mountain lion attacking your livestock or pets, or if the mountain lion threatens you directly and poses an immediate physical threat to you, you have the right to defend yourself and your animals.

According to Fish and Game Code, section 4807(a): “Any mountain lion that is encountered while in the act of pursuing,

inflicting injury to, or killing livestock, or domestic animals, may be taken immediately by the owner of the property or the owner’s employee or agent. The taking

shall be reported within 72 hours to the department.

The department shall investigate the depredation, and, if the mountain lion was

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captured, injured, or killed, the mountain lion or the entire carcass of the mountain lion which has been recovered shall be turned over to the department.

Upon satisfactorily completing the investigation and receiving the mountain lion or carcass, if recovered, the department shall issue a permit confirming the requirements of this section have been met with respect to the particular mountain lion taken under these circumstances.”

While mountain lions can pose a significant threat to people, pets and livestock when natural prey species cannot be found, for the most part lions want nothing to do with us. Mountain lions are typically shy and stealthy and very few people will ever have the opportunity to see one in the wild. n ••• For more information: wildlife.ca.gov

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SCS hosts a number of free special events starting June 10 through August 18, director & creative team Q&A’s at The Nick, a season preview at Bookshop Santa Cruz and theme nights at The Grove.

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opening. Santa Cruz Shakespeare will also continue the tradition of showcasing the season’s intern acting company with its celebratory Fringe production, The Two Noble Kinsmen by William Shakespeare and John Fletcher.

Artistic Director Mike Ryan frames the season by saying, “The plays of our 2019 Season celebrate the rare and precious gift of second chances. From slapstick to high drama, mistaken identity to personal discovery, SC’S will enthrall audiences with stories that lead us towards hope.”

Santa Cruz Shakespeare will once again offer a “Free Youth Ticket,” a program initiated in 2015 to encourage the introduction of Shakespeare to the next generation. The 2019 season will offer to those 18 and under accompanied by a paying adult will receive a free groundling ticket to The Comedy of Errors. n ••• For more info: www.santacruzshakespeare. org

SCC Parkinson’s Group Welcomes Dr. Halpern

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Wednesday, June 5, 2–3:30 p.m. • Congregational Church of Soquel

he June meeting of the Santa Cruz County Parkinson’s Group will welcome Dr. Casey Halpern, neurosurgeon, from Stanford. He will speak about DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) and current research.

Casey H. Halpern, MD, is Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery and, by courtesy, of Dr. Casey Halpern Neurology and Psychiatry at Stanford University Medical Center. He is the Director of Epilepsy Surgery at Stanford University as well. Dr. Halpern received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of

Medicine, where he also completed his residency in Neurological Surgery and a fellowship in Deep Brain Stimulation.

He focuses on the surgical treatment of movement disorders and epilepsy and has particular interest in minimally invasive surgical approaches, as well as noninvasive neurostimulation procedures.

The Santa Cruz County Parkinson’s Group (SCCPG), a project of the not-for-profit EASE PD, Inc., has been a long-standing community organization whose mission is to foster a supportive environment for People with Parkinson’s disease (PwP), their families, friends and caregivers. For more than 25 years, it has been providing a venue for them to meet, socialize, and learn, both from each other and from outside speakers. It also

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provides community outreach in the form of a newsletter called Movers and Shakers and via informational brochures placed in local physicians’ offices.

The group is committed to disseminating the latest scientific information about the disease and in supporting access to much-needed exercise and other therapeutic activities.

The vibrant Santa Cruz Parkinson’s community of those with PD, their family members, and volunteers continues to welcome new members, and hopes to increase its impact in Santa Cruz County. n ••• Congregational Church of Soquel, 4951 Soquel Drive, Soquel, CA 95073 For more information: www.easepd.org

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Santa Cruz SPCA Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Shelter T he Santa Cruz SPCA hosted more than 100 supporters on Sunday, May 19th at The Inn at Pasatiempo to celebrate the groundbreaking of its future, purpose-built animal shelter on Chanticleer Avenue. Guests enjoyed appetizers and beverages while mingling with other animal lovers and the adoptable dogs in attendance.

The Santa Cruz SPCA currently operates from a cramped, 1,200-square-foot rented bungalow.

The future shelter, projected for completion in spring of 2020, will be a 7,092-square-foot facility. It will include 3,500 square feet of modern animal habitats, dedicated isolation and intake areas, custom “catios” and kennels, multiple yards, and a large community room.

The Santa Cruz SPCA hosted the celebratory event to invite the community to become a part of the new facility, which will allow the organization to do its lifesaving work for generations to come. 63% of the $7 million price tag has already been raised

through the generosity of early donors.

The organization has been an integral part of the community for more than 80 years. Each year, the Santa Cruz SPCA saves more than 500 animals through programs that rehabilitate and rehome homeless animals.

“One of the things about the new building that I’m most excited about is that in the coming years we’re going to be able to double the number of animal lives saved!” said Alison “Ali” Talley, executive director of the Santa Cruz SPCA. The Santa Cruz SPCA is a private, nonprofit organization, which receives no federal, state, or local government funding, and relies solely on generous donations from the public. Established in 1938, the Santa Cruz SPCA is focused on ensuring the best possible quality of life for animals, and promoting respect and reverence for all.

The organization offers a comprehensive range of services and programs

for the Santa Cruz community, including humane education, low-cost spay/neuter assistance, the Second Chance Fund, and Blackie’s Senior Friends.

The main shelter is located at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz. Hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The SCSPCA Adoption Center and Gift Shop, located in the Capitola Mall (near Target), is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. n ••• Further information can be obtained at 831-465-5000 or via the SCSPCA website at www.spcasc.org.

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Vaccination Before Int’l Travel Urged A s travel season approaches, Santa Cruz County residents should ensure they are protected against measles.

Nationwide, measles cases now total 704 in 2019,the highest since 1994. Nearly all these cases have been linked back to international travel by unvaccinated people and subsequent spread in unvaccinated populations in the U.S. So, protection against measles is especially critical for those who plan to travel internationally and for those in communities that might have lower vaccination rates.

“Measles is a highly contagious and potentially serious disease. In the U.S., about 1 in 4 people who get measles will be hospitalized. Luckily, measles is also preventable through a safe, effective, and widely available vaccine,” Jennifer Herrera, Santa Cruz County’s Director of Nursing. “The vaccine protects you as well as vulnerable babies and community members with medical conditions who can’t be vaccinated.”

For both adults and children, completing the recommended two doses of the measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine is the best protection against measles. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

(CDC) recommends two doses of MMR vaccine for everyone: the first dose at 12-15 months of age and the second dose at 4-6 years of age.

If you are unsure of your immunization status consult with your doctor. Adults should get vaccinated for measles if they did not receive the two doses as children.

Travelers should talk to their doctor about travel vaccinations at least 4-6 weeks before traveling. Infants and young children who contract measles are more at risk of serious complications. Therefore, for those travelling internationally with a baby older than 6 months but younger than 12 months, the CDC recommends that the baby receive an early dose of MMR vaccine. Infants who get one dose of MMR vaccine before their first birthday should still get two more doses at the regularly recommended intervals.

Measles is still very common in many

parts of the world in Europe, Asia, the Pacific, South America, and Africa, including the Philippines, Israel, India, and the Ukraine.

More information about recommended vaccines for travelers is located on the CDC website: https:// www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/mmr/public/ index.html.

If you may have had contact with someone with measles, it is very important to call ahead to any medical facility. Do not enter the building until the facility has had the opportunity to take actions to protect other patients and visitors.

Measles vaccines are available at your healthcare provider, local pharmacy, or health clinic. You can find local pharmacies that offer the measles vaccine on Vaccine Finder: https://vaccinefinder.org/. The County of Santa Cruz Health Services Agency offers vaccinations for infants, children, teenagers,

and adults. More information can be found atwww.santacruzhealth.org/izservices.

Measles is so contagious that if one person has it, up to 90 percent of the people close to that person who are not immune will also become infected. The virus can linger in the air for up to two hours after a person with measles has left. A person with measles can spread the disease to others even before they have any symptoms. A person develops measles from 7 to 21 days after being exposed to someone who is contagious with measles.

Common symptoms of measles include fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, and a rash that starts on the head and moves down the body.

The County of Santa Cruz Public Health Division is preparing with local medical providers as well as the state’s health department to take care of our community. n ••• For more information about measles, visit https://www.cdc.gov/measles/about/index.html The County of Santa Cruz Public Health Division also makes available information about measles for doctors: http://www.santa cruzhealth.org/HSAHome/HealthAlerts.aspx

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CalFresh Benefits Expanded

Now Serves Seniors and People with Disabilities

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he County of Santa Cruz is pleased to announce the expansion of the CalFresh food assistance program to serve people who receive Supplemental Security Income/Supplemental Payment (SSI/SSP) benefits beginning June 1, 2019.

“Providing CalFresh food assistance to individuals who receive SSI/SSP benefits is an important step in reducing food insecurity and supporting health and wellness for seniors and people with disabilities.”

Ellen Timberlake, County Human Services Director.

CalFresh benefits are being offered with no change or reduction to SSI/ SSP benefits, and the Santa Cruz County Human Services Department is prepared to help eligible SSI recipients apply for this historic expansion, which could serve up to 5,400 new clients in Santa Cruz County.

CalFresh food benefits supplement household budgets, allowing individuals and families to afford nutritious food, which has been shown to improve health outcomes. CalFresh food benefits are delivered on an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) debit card and can be used

at any grocery store and farmers market that accepts EBT. Food benefits for one-person range from $15-$192 per month. Households that already receive CalFresh and currently have a member of their household that has been excluded because they receive SSI do not need to apply. The County will contact those households at the time of their next CalFresh reporting date.

Currently Santa Cruz County serves 23,500 individuals with CalFresh benefits. n ••• Visit GetCalFresh.org for more info and to apply online, or apply by calling 1-888-421-8080.

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hildren learn life skills that become habits of the heart.

Another mother wrote that the family was on a ski trip. The son got to the top of a steep hill and started to panic. The mom said, “What would you do if you were at camp?” and he proceeded to engage himself in positive self-talk that was part of the camp culture: “It may take time, it may be hard; but stick with it, and you’ll be fine!” He skied down with a huge sense of accomplishment and perseverance.

It’s tough to be a kid these days. It’s tough to be a parent. In a society where the nature of the family, the work place, and the community have changed dramatically, we can no longer assume that the natural process of growing up will provide children the experiences and the resources they need to become successful, contributing adults. In sharp contrast to the traditions of growing up in the 50s and 60s, today we live in the first moment when humans receive more of their information second-hand than first! We are in a climate where it is harder to know what we need to survive, so drawing on experiences that give children healthy alternatives and opportunities to instill capabilities, the

hallmarks of thriving, is the greatest gift you can give a young child.

Does it really matter if my child doesn’t go to day camp, especially since she will go to overnight camp in a few years? She is

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only four years old — why does she need day camp?

Camp provides one of the very few links with a world larger than the consumer culture we inhabit — and day camp is one important choice in a quiver of options.

The camp experience helps children and youth develop an appreciation of their place and their responsibility in a much larger universe. A preschooler — or even an older child who might be reluctant to go to overnight camp — can join a community that is created especially for her to practice growing up.

Why wait until age ten when the benefits of feeling connected and being able to contribute and navigate at an earlier age can be reaped? Under the supervision of inspiring guides and passionate coaches, children can feel successful and make new friends while having the time of their lives; they can experience belonging and contribution; they can have a sense of consistency and predictability in times of turbulence and change.

Day camp is geared to children who get to experience camp and still return home each evening! They have the best of both worlds — the camp community that is built exclusively for kids and their own home, which provides the security they need at a tender age.

One day camp parent said, “While my children and I are constantly bombarded by the news which is focused on what is

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KIDS CAMP wrong with the world, camp is a living example of what is right.”

Day camp is a terrific first experience.

Reminiscent of less complicated days, when people connected with nature, thrived on inter-generational relationships, and made new discoveries, everything is designed and scaled to ensure that children feel included, cared about and capable.

Beginning camp at an early age provides important advantages.

Camp is the best demonstration of moral and spiritual order — democracy is the core purpose. Children learn life skills and behaviors that become habits of the heart. While many then move on to overnight camp, others will be content to continue the day camp experience: after all, there is a camp for everyone — and that might well be day camp!

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development, please visit the American Camp Association’s family-dedicated Web site: www.CampParents.org n Marla Coleman is a co-owner of Coleman Family Camps, which includes Camp Echo and Coleman Country Day Camp.

Originally printed in CAMP Magazine, reprinted by permission of the American Camp Association © 2005 American Camping Association, Inc.

Santa Cruz County Parks and Recreation 979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Phone: 831-454-7941 web: www.scparks.com Santa Cruz County Parks has something for everyone this summer: Science Explorations and Art Studio 95003 for ages 6-12 at Aptos Village Park; Nature Adventure, Science Sleuths, Beginner Backpacking, & Nature Journaling Day Camps at Quail Hollow Ranch; a variety of Baseball Camps at Polo Grounds Park; La Selva Beach Summer Recreation for ages 6-12; Swim Lessons at the Simpkins Swim Center; Zombie Camp at Aptos Park for ages 11-14, and more! For more information or to register, visit www.scparks.com.

A wide variety of summer camps and activities are offered.

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Locals Honored for Water Conservation Videos

Bay Area High School Students Awarded for Water-Wise Gardening Production

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ine winners were recognized for their original videos about Water Wise Gardens at the Soquel Creek Water District Board Meeting on May 21, 2019. There will be other recognition ceremonies for the winning videos in late June in Scotts Valley and Watsonville.

The fifth annual student-made video contest this year was organized by the Water Conservation Coalition of Santa Cruz County (WCC), and the Monterey County Water Awareness Committee (WAC). Over 90 videos were submitted

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from the following high schools in the Monterey Bay area: Aptos, Pajaro Valley, Scotts Valley and Watsonville High School!

Local high school video production classes offered through the Santa Cruz County Career and Technical Training Program (formerly Regional Occupation Program (ROP)) and other video production classes for High School and College students in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties were invited to submit short public service announcement (PSA) videos in English or Spanish.

Contest organizers were enthusiastic about the results. “These students did a great job of learning the facts about water wise gardening and all the ways you can conserve and protect water. We really enjoyed the creative energy that went into them,” said Vai Campbell, of Soquel Creek Water. “We commend each student that participated and the teachers who supported the contest.”

The winning videos can be viewed at https://watersavingtips.org/resources/ videocontest/ and will air this summer on KION channel 5/46, the Spanish TV station Telemundo 23, KSBW, Santa Cruz Community Television and Watsonville’s public access channel 70. Videos will also be shown before movies at the Cinema 9 in Santa Cruz.

The videos were chosen for their level of visual, sound and editing quality and most importantly, for their messages

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Honorable Mentions Capitan Aqua by Gustavo Nunez and Angel Valdez from Watsonville High School Water Conservation WHS Video Academy by Juan Garcia Vega from Watsonville High School Water Wise Gardening 2019 by Maria Vasquez-Gonzalez from Watsonville High School

The WCC and the WAC also honored the following teachers and schools who encouraged and assisted with participation in the contest.

This year’s teacher, who taught the top-winning students, is Joel Domhoff, and received $300. The school from Monterey County who turned in the most videos was awarded $300 towards their video production program, and both Gonzales High and Scotts Valley High earned that distinction.

Jacob Jun taught the Gonzales students and SVHS’s students came from the classes of Mark Andrews and Joel Domhoff.

The Water Awareness Committee, and The Water Conservation Coalition commend all student participants.

We especially thank the teachers who supported the video contest by instructing the students their video creation skills, and for giving class credit to students who completed videos for the contest. n ••• For more info: www.watersavingtips.org and www.waterawareness.org

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Does Your Business Have Authenticity?

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ne of the things that doesn’t get asked enough, is how authentic is your business? What are its origin, its roots, and its story of how it came to be — what is its essence?

We all want to have a business that connects with our community because we depend on our local community of neighbors, friends and repeat tourists to join our business family.

Think of how you interact and entertain personally — you cook the foods that you or your guests enjoy, you share personal stories and experiences, and you openly share yourself and your life, not someone else’s. You’re not trying to be ‘other’ neighbors or the ‘other’ friends you’re connecting because of you and your story.

And that’s very similar to how businesses are viewed, and how we as a business connects in our community.

Let’s consider the challenges of companies like Peet’s Coffee, who in 1966 opened its first store in Berkley, CA — well, it can never be or replace Aptos Roasting Company. Two different companies with two different families of customers.

Sure, Peet’s is a known brand, but the experience and community connection is just, well, different — it’s not better or worse, but just a brand being true to itself.

Similarly, though New Leaf Community Markets began in 1985, they were acquired in 2013 by Portland based New Seasons Markets (which is owned by Endeavor Capital, Inc.). Even with the new location here in Aptos, consider the challenges of being authentic to one’s authenticity when the ownership’s history and operation is nearly 700 miles away.

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For those of you around in 1985, you’ll likely remember ‘New Coke’. After 100 years of history and authenticity, The Coca-Cola Company decided to secretly and suddenly reformulate, to taste sweeter, in order to not be beaten by rival Pepsi in blind taste tests. (Actually, RC Cola consistently out-performed both Coke and Pepsi in blind taste tests).

So, for a short history lesson for those who weren’t around back then — consumers revolted. Cries of “what have you done to ‘my Coke’” or “I want the Coke I grew up with back” were heard loudly and clearly by the company’s mastermind marketers at the time. Consequently, ‘Coca-Cola Classic’ was born — or reborn — or re-animated, or just brought back to the market, along with (new) Coke remaining. The Coca-Cola Company managed to alienate and undo 100 years of brand-building and customer loyalty in one brilliant move.

So for every business that began locally here in Aptos or nearby, it’s time to embrace your roots, your heritage, and especially your story. No one else has your story — no other company can be you, if you are delivering on your essence and your true brand of whom you are, and why you’re here. Your neighbors and family of customers will still come to your ‘house’ and eat your food, laugh along with you and share the experience of togetherness, for another sale, another smile, and another memorable connection with authenticity. n ••• Ron Kustek is a Business instructor at Cabrillo College.

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Wildfire Season is here!

Community Wildfire Preparation is Everyone’s Responsibility

By Ryan Peters, Fire Captain, Aptos-La Selva Fire District

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elcome to spring 2019! For many, winter couldn’t have gone away sooner. We had a fairly productive rainy season with plentiful snow falling in the Sierra. The late rains we’ve had this spring, coupled with some stretches of nice weather in between, have led to a very robust growth of new fuel across California.

The grass and brush have officially sprung and it’s this “light and flashy fuel” that poses some of the greatest threats of wild fire in our local community. This volatile fuel type, once burning, can create incredibly dangerous firefighting conditions when coupled with hot and dry weather. As Californians living in a dynamic fire environment, we must utilize due diligence and work together to mitigate the risks and consequences of wild fire in our neighborhoods.

Consider this fact: Of the ten most destructive (and deadly) wild fires in California history, nine have occurred since 2000 with last year’s tragic Camp Fire being the most deadly and costly wildfire ever. In 2017 we saw the Tubbs Fire in Sonoma County kill 22 people and burn or destroy nearly 6,000 structures. We must be ready.

Here at the Aptos-La Selva Fire District, we are focused on the upcoming fire season and community safety as it relates to keeping your homes safe from the threat of wildfire. It is no secret that fires in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) pose an incredible amount of safety concerns.

In Aptos and the hilly areas surrounding our community, there are many neighborhoods that either border or are built within forested and heavily fueled areas. Our main goal is to ensure fire safety in these

communities and mitigate the threat and destructive scope of wildfire.

By teaming up with you and your neighbors, we are working with the community to make sure that homeowners take the time this spring to create 100 feet of defensible space around their homes.

We encourage neighborhoods to work together to see that their homes have the very best chance of surviving a significant fire event.

As mentioned, our biggest concern for this fire season is the light and flashy grass fuel loading we are seeing. The rains we received this year have once again led to very active fuel growth in the area. Tall and robust grass is growing everywhere. Once this fuel completely cures and dries it will be ready to burn fast and hot. Our Firefighters ask that all neighborhoods work together to help mitigate this risk.

In 2005, California State law mandated that homeowners maintain 100‘ of defensible space around their homes. Begin by taking this 100’ and divide it into two separate zones. A 30‘ foot zone closest to your home, and a second 70‘ zone outside of that first zone. Inside that first 30’, the fuel management should be “lean, green, and clean.”

There should be no weeds, or dry fuels in this area.

Landscaped, fire resistive plants and certain types of trees are acceptable as long as they are properly limbed and maintaining a fire safe distance. Pine needles and dry leaves should be cleared from decks, roofs, eaves, and rain gutters.

The second outer zone should extend 70‘ (or to your property line) and should focus on the clearance of all light, flashy fuel types. Maintained landscaping and trees are ok. Weed whips all light fuels to approximately 4”

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in height. Be careful not to disturb root systems as this will help prevent mudslides and slip outs once the rainy season returns.

If your property is set on a hillside, elect to manage all fuels downhill of your home first. Fire burns more quickly and intensely as it moves uphill. Make downhill fuels your top priority.

Our fire crews are all about your safety. We ask that everyone post highly visible address numbers (at least 4” in height) on a contrasting background.

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‘Give Your Gifts, Even Imperfectly’

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By Joyce and Barry Vissell

Finally, a small padded envelope ’m officially coming out of the closet!

Here goes. I, Barry Vissell, besides arrived at our mailbox. Inside was a casbeing a counselor, author, doctor, and sette tape, which we hesitatingly inserted into a player. After a few moments of workshop leader, am also a musician!

So what makes me hesitate to tense silence, during which both of us announce this beautiful, musical part of were holding our breath, there was me? It’s quite simple: I don’t feel good the sound of a man crying. Mystified, enough. Even though many people love we listened intently as the crying continued for several my singing voice, minutes. Then the and I really enjoy crying stopped and singing, there is still he said, “This is the a part of me that most beautiful book compares my voice I have ever read,” to what I judge as and then he began better voices. crying again.

And then there To this day, that are the songs I write. first response to our Nothing fancy. Just first book has been what I consider the most important heart-felt messages validation of our of love and spirituwriting. We couldn’t ality. And yes again, have gotten any people love my Joyce and Barry Vissell better feedback. The songs. And the most important person who is my greatest fan Shared Heart went on to become a best is Joyce. So why is there still a part of me seller, inspiring and helping so many that compares my songs to the elaborate people.

One more personal example. and polished songs of “professional” Although, after medical school, I primarily musicians?

It’s all about not feeling good studied psychiatry and psychotherapy, enough. I have a gift to give, but it’s far I still worked many years as a medical doctor. I saw patients at Kaiser Permafrom perfect. So I hesitate to give it.

Joyce and I have written eight nente Hospital in Santa Clara, then at the books and are working on two more. I’ll Santa Cruz County Health Center. I kept never forget trying to publish our first receiving inner guidance for a deeper gift book, The Shared Heart. About thirty I wanted to give, to work with people’s publishers rejected us. We felt like giving souls instead of their bodies. On one of our up. Someone suggested self-publishing. spiritual pilgrimages to Mount Shasta, my We did just that in 1984, to give our gift dissatisfaction with my medical job became and not be stopped by feelings of not unbearable and, when I returned home, I good enough. Still, we had a moment quit my job. I felt so happy and relieved, of panic when we sent the first batch of although a bit worried about making books to reviewers. Then a few days of enough money to support our growing family. fear as we waited for the reactions.

I felt ready to focus all my energy on the real gift I came to earth to give, my purpose in life, working with individuals, couples and groups on a soul-to-soul level, rather than just their bodies.

Out of the blue, Jerry, the medical director of the University of California at Santa Cruz, offered me a job in the health center taking care of the college

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students. If I could have picked the best medical doctor job, it would have been that one. I accepted. I worked there for several years. But alas, it was still medicine, and I was still not living my purpose. The benefits were great. The salary was great.

But I became more and more unhappy.

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Field of Dreams

A New Soccer Field and Running Path in the Live Oak Community

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hree years ago, Live Oak community member, Bill Simpkins, had a vision for creating a soccer field and running path that could be a gathering place for the whole community. This dream is now becoming a reality with the long-awaited groundbreaking ceremony, which took place at Shoreline Middle School on Monday, May 20th.

The multimillion-dollar, multi-year project includes the installation of an artificial turf field, a perimeter running path, lighting, and picnic tables, which together with the Simpkins Swim Center, creates a community sports complex in the heart of Live Oak. As the Live Oak School District Superintendent, it was my privilege and pleasure to open the groundbreaking ceremony by recognizing Bill and Brigid Simpkins for their vision,

By Live Oak School District Superintendent, Lorie Chamberland

their very generous investment of one million dollars, and their drive in bringing this project to fruition.

School Board President Jeremy Ray echoed his appreciation for all that the Simpkins Family has brought to the Live Oak community, “Along with the Boys & Girls Club and our partnerships with Live Oak Community Resources and Santa Cruz Community Health Centers, this sports complex represents the next step in our efforts as a school district to reach out to families in our community and ensure that we are doing everything we can to support them. We are so grateful to Bill and Brigid Simpkins for making it happen.”

While the field LOOKS green and lush now thanks to the winter rains, it is uneven, pockmarked with gopher holes, and difficult to play on. For the

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Community members, foundations, and agencies gather to celebrate the renovation of the soccer field and building of new running path at Shoreline Middle School.

Live Oak School District, the rebuilt County by enlisting individuals, founfield will be a safe place for students to dations, and other donors to join in the play soccer and the field of dreams at new running path Shoreline Middle “Along with the Boys & Girls will provide a much School.

Club and our partnerships needed training Bill has sucwith Live Oak Community course for the track cessfully raised Resources and Santa Cruz team. over $2 million Community Health Centers, For Bill to date.

Project Simpkins, an artithis sports complex represents donors include ficial turf soccer Monterey Peninsula the next step in our efforts as field would be a Foundation, Julie a school district to reach out to benefit not only Packard, Bob and families in our community and for the Live Oak Carol Simpkins, Bud ensure that we are doing everySchool District and Colligan, Kaiser Perthing we can to support them.”

Shoreline Middle manente, Wharf to — Jeremy Ray, School, but also to Wharf Foundation, School Board President his beloved comRoland and Pat munity, where Rebele, John and soccer is exceptionally popular and Karen Dowdell, Community Foundation fields to play it are in short supply. of Santa Cruz County, Live Oak Edu“Having access to the new state of the cation Foundation, Mid-County Youth art Soccer Field opens up so many more Soccer, Nordic Naturals, Robert Stevens, opportunities for Mid-County Soccer and Menard Family Foundation.

Club to continue to provide an excellent We are grateful to both Bill and soccer experience to the youth of the Brigid Simpkins and the many generous community. donors who understand the importance In celebration of this pivotal of creating resources to support active moment, we will be hosting a Fall Jam- families and a healthy community in boree in October 2019 for the ribbon the heart of Live Oak. n cutting ceremony,” said Carlos Cha••• golla, President of the Mid County The School District anticipates needing to Youth Soccer Club. raise an additional $150,000 in order to fully Bill Simpkins has led the fund- fund the project. Interested donors should raising efforts in collaboration with contact Dr. Stacey Kyle, Director of Special the Live Oak School District and Com- Projects for the Live Oak School District munity Foundation of Santa Cruz (skyle@losd.ca).

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Drug Treatment for Alzheimer’s Ron Conte, Pharm.D.

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here are many types of dementia.

Alzheimer’s is the most common type comprising sixty to eight percent of patients diagnosed with dementia. Currently there are 5 million people in the U.S. diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.

Fifty percent of all people over the age of 85 will develop Alzheimer’s.

Dementia is defined as a group of symptoms associated with a decline in memory or other thinking skills that reduces a person’s ability to perform everyday activities. Symptoms of Alzheimer’s include a decrease in memory of recent events and difficulty to reason that may lead to unsafe situations, lack of proper decision-making, as well completing complex tasks. Furthermore, Alzheimer’s may include difficulty in recognizing people you know, mood swings, impaired speaking, reading, and/or writing.

Symptoms develop as a result of Alzheimer’s disease due partly to the formation of specific protein formation within the brain known as amyloid plaques. However, there seems to be other factors involved in the development of Alzheimer’s. There is one neurotransmitter that is depleted in patient’s with Alzheimer’s, namely acetylcholine.

Without boring you with much detail, acetylcholine is metabolized (broken down)

by an enzyme named acetylcholinesterase.

Acetylcholine is necessary for acting as a signal for muscle movement, detecting the sensation of pain, learning and memory formation, the regulation of the endocrine system, and rapid eye movement (REM) sleep cycles.

The drug treatment of Alzheimer’s is geared currently to prevent the depletion of acetylcholine.

This is accomplished by inhibiting acetylcholinesterase with use of the drugs known as acetylcholinesterase inhibitors. The main drugs in the group include donepezil (Aricept), galantamine (Razadyne), rivastigmine (Exelon), and tacrine (Cognex).

Some common side effects of these agents include nausea, diarrhea, insomnia, headaches, vomiting, and fatigue.

Another drug is memantine (Namenda). It works a little differently by reducing glutamate levels in the brain.

Toxic levels of glutamate are harmful to brain tissue. At times Namenda is added to an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor to treat more serious forms of Alzheimer’s disease.

Common side effects of Namenda may include dizziness, confusion, headache, constipation, cough, and an increase in blood pressure.

As you know, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Additional drug therapy may be needed to decrease

“Wildfire Season” from page 20 This helps us locate you faster and get to work more quickly in a dynamic fire event. There are many driveways in our area that are well over 100’ in length. Please make sure that these long driveways are vertically cleared to at least 15’. This allows us to get our fire engines and vehicles up to your home safely and efficiently.

At the Aptos-La Selva Fire District, our staff has been preparing for fire season since the end of March. We began a bit early since we anticipate a significant fire season later this summer. Please help us keep everyone safe by giving us 100’ of defensible space around your homes. If 100’ isn’t possible due to property lines or topographic features, make attempts

symptoms of the disease. These drugs include antidepressants, anti-anxiety meds, anti-parkinsonism agents, anti-seizure meds, and beta-blockers (to decrease blood pressure and heart rate, as well as produce a calming effect).

I am no expert in non-drug therapy for any disease, including Alzheimer’s. But I should mention there are two therapies with questionable effects: transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and light flashes.

However, these two types of therapies may be the starting point leading to the discovery of additional or more refined therapies.

Although amyloid plaques paint part of the picture for Alzheimer’s, there must be other factors involved.

There have been studies analyzing the brains of some elderly patients, showing amyloid plaques on autopsy but who never developed Alzheimer’s when they were alive. Why? What else must be contributing to the development of Alzheimer’s?

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to provide as much space as possible. Our Firefighters appreciate your efforts! Thank you and stay safe!

For more info, visit www.Calfire. ca.gov or visit www.AptosFire.com.

••• As always, feel free to stop by any one of our three fire stations if you’d like to ask our Firefighters questions about wildfire safety or call (831) 685-6690.

Then came divine intervention! Jerry called me into his office. We had a great relationship. He said, “Barry, I’m going to free you up to do the work you really want to do.

I’m letting you go.” Then he added sadly, “I wish there was someone who could do the same for me.

I would love to pursue a career in music, rather than directing this health center. But I don’t seem to have the courage to fire myself.”

Jerry and I hugged and shared some tears. I left knowing I would never again work in the medical field. Together with Joyce, we began in earnest to share our

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I am a believer of chemical balance within the human body. Take for example the pancreas which secretes two hormones: insulin and glucagon.

They work in balance with one another, based on the blood sugar level.

An imbalance of these two hormones leads to pancreatic dysfunction, possibly diabetes.

I believe the same is true of Alzheimer’s disease. However, there are more than 30 neurotransmitters within the brain, ten that are more prominent than the others. What type of balance needs to be maintained? Do some neurotransmitters have a more profound effect on others?

We do know that an imbalance of some neurotransmitters leads to depression and forms of psychosis. Why not the same for dementia particularly Alzheimer’s disease?

At this point there are many more questions than there are answers. n ••• For more info: rrxconte@gmail.com

deeper gifts with the world, the work we still do today.

About a month later, I was notified that Jerry had a massive heart attack and was found dead in his office. His death has always served as a reminder of how vitally important it is to pursue your dreams, to go for your higher purpose, and give your gifts to life, no matter how imperfect they may be, or how inadequate you may feel. n ••• Joyce & Barry Vissell, are a nurse/therapist and psychiatrist couple since 1964 are counselors near Santa Cruz, CA. Visit their web site at SharedHeart.org.

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Groundwater Sustainability Plan to be Released in July

By Melanie Mow Schumacher

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alifornia has over 500 groundwater basins and only 21 are classified as “high-priority basins in critical overdraft.” The Santa Cruz Mid-County Groundwater Basin is one of these 21 basins.

What Does Critical Overdraft Mean? n the Santa Cruz Mid-County, critical overdraft means our freshwater supply is threatened by active seawater contamination at the coast and a locally developed Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) must be in place by January 31, 2020 that addresses how to achieve a sustainable basin by 2040.

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Why Protect our Groundwater Basin? he Santa Cruz Mid-County Groundwater Basin provides water for a population of approximately 95,000 people from Live Oak to La Selva Beach and the Santa Cruz Mountains to the Coast. For many of these people, groundwater is their only source of fresh water. Even before the state passed the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act of 2014 (SGMA), our local water agencies were working together to protect our groundwater resources.

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What Does State Law Require of Local Groundwater Basin Managers? stablished in March 2016, the Santa Cruz Mid-County Groundwater Agency (MGA) is a Joint Powers Agency required by state law to manage our groundwater basin sustainably, now and in the future. The MGA is governed by a local 11-member board made up of water agencies and three private well representatives. The MGA must develop a Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) and achieve groundwater sustainability by 2040.

Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) Advisory Committee he MGA Board conducted an open recruitment to select a GSP Advisory Committee made up of qualified local candidates.

The GSP Advisory Committee represents the interests of beneficial uses and users of groundwater in the MGA Basin. The GSP Advisory Committee planning process is open to the public and gathers public input for the plan.

Between October 2017 and June 2019 the GSP Advisory Committee will have held more than 25 public meetings to learn

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about the MGA Basin and to prepare recommendations on the state’s detailed SGMA requirements.

Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) Release, Review, and Comment Period June 19 — GSP Advisory Committee holds its final meeting to make sustainability recommendations that will be presented to the MGA Board on July 19, 2019.

July 12 — The administrative draft GSP will be released for review on July 12, 2019 (In the MGA Board Packet found here www.midcountygroundwater.org) July 19 — MGA will hold board meeting to discuss administrative draft GSP and begin receiving comments.

July 19 thru Sept. 19 — GSP public review and comment period.

July 20 — Public meeting held Saturday

from 10:00-noon at Community Foundation Santa Cruz County. 7807 Soquel Drive, Aptos July 22 — Public meeting held Monday from 7:00-9:00 pm at Simpkins Family Swim Center. 979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz

These and other MGA meetings announced are found on the MGA website calendar here: http://www.midcounty groundwater.org/events Community members are encouraged to attend these meetings and comment on the GSP. The final GSP is due to the California Department of Water Resources prior to the state mandated deadline of January 31, 2020. n ••• For more information on the MGA, please visit www.midcountygroundwater.org

How We Deal With Trauma

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By Anna Maletta

uman beings, though sitting on top of the planet’s food chain, are actually quite vulnerable and fragile when exposed to outside forces that can cause a traumatic incident to spiral us out of control.

Some among us, such as firefighters, emergency responders and doctors, go through extensive training to learn how to maintain focus and think on their Anna Maletta feet when faced with many unnerving events. But how can we strengthen our ability to face trauma? And what can you do to help yourself and your family keeps calm when a traumatic event hits too close to home?

Keeping stress to a minimum starts with common sense advice like eating healthy,

drinking lots of water to keep hydrated, getting quality sleep regularly and doing some type of physical exercise. And this doesn’t mean you have to go to a gym or feel guilty about not doing that. If you often feel anxious, try going for walks in nature, taking a bike ride, or doing yoga, dancing and stretching.

There are also excellent supplements on the market that have been well researched to help keep our emotions from going into overload. The human brain and nervous system require several different kinds of nutrients to function optimally: Good quality essential fatty acids found in fish oils are excellent for helping to stay focused and keeping emotions in balance.

The two fatty acids are EPA, required for the brain’s functions to run smoothly, and DHA, needed to build the actual structure of brain’s cells, which is why pregnant mothers and

small children need more DHA than adults.

Consuming high quality fish oils daily will keep you focused and calm, and in some countries doctors prescribe them for ADHD and other mood disorders.

Other important nutrients that help combat stress are B-complex vitamins, the amino acids L-theanine, GABA and Tryptophan, which converts into 5-HTP, then serotonin. And my go-to mineral, Magnesium needed for relaxing muscles and to help prevent nervousness and panic.

I’ve also had tremendous success with various homeopathic remedies that come in the little tubes you’ve seen for sale in the health food stores. I always carry a tube of Arnica Montana in my purse and administer it immediately following a physical and/or emotional event that’s taken place. The results have been miraculous when bumps and bruises often disappear or are noticeably lessened.

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A couple of other helpful alternatives in my “health bag” are the Bach Flower Remedies; specifically “Rescue Remedy” which is comes in a water-infused dropper bottle or lozenge. I also have used aromatherapy with essential oils in a diffuser. Many of these oils, such a Lavender for calming and soothing and Ylang Ylang to alleviate anger, stress and hypertension can be helpful when dealing with traumatic experiences.

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was born in Santa Cruz at the Sister’s Hospital; now the site of a parking lot. We lived in Carmel for a while. I attended Sunset Elementary School; now Sunset Community Center. Back in Santa Cruz, I attended Laurel School; now Louden Nelson Center. I lived in a house on Center Street; now an apartment building.

I kissed a girl for the first time at a house party on Mission Street; now the site of an office building. A monument to mark the places and events, or a plaque at least would have been nice, but no such luck. As you can see, there are very few mementos of my youth remaining in Santa Cruz.

I ran into some old friends from Laurel School the other day, and we talked about the good old days in Santa Cruz. We always talk about the good old days. Every time I am stuck in traffic on Highway 1 or at the intersection of Mission and King Streets, I think about old Santa Cruz.

Old Santa Cruz, circa 1956, population was about 20,000. The downtown streets rolled up at 9:00 PM. The major employers in the area were Wrigley’s on Mission Street, the cement plant in Davenport, the Levi’s assembly plant on Front Street, Woolworth’s, J.C. Penney’s, and the Dollar Store, all on Pacific Avenue.

There were a few major restaurants in the area: Garbini’s out near 41st Avenue, Facelli’s, out near Natural Bridges, The Santa Cruz Hotel, now Planet Fresh Burritos, and Adolph’s, now Sake Japanese Steak House.

Later came Castagnola’s on River Street Extension.

The Castagnola Family took Santa Cruz by Storm. They introduced frozen salad forks and complimentary after dinner cordials in their restaurant! Santa Cruz had hit the big time.

I remember growing up near Laurel School. On Sunday afternoons, the local fishermen would dry and repair their nets in the schoolyard.

They would lay them out on the asphalt, slowly working from one end of the nets to the other, mending, straightening, and clearing debris.

We always felt quite put upon, since we were not allowed to use

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that portion of the yard as a playground.

Sometimes, however, when the fishermen were not looking, we would race our bikes across the drying nets, only to be yelled at in Italian and chased away.

Another thing we did for fun was to go to the hill separating the baseball fields from the area that now includes the swimming pool at Santa Cruz High School. The hill was home to many pine trees, thus, fallen pine needles.

If you flattened out a large cardboard box, it made a great downhill sled over the pine needles. We felt as if we were careening at break neck speed. It was great fun till someone couldn’t turn fast enough and went head on with a pine tree. That sport didn’t last too long.

There was the Del Mar Theater on Saturday afternoons, then later, on Friday nights. My mother would give me 25 cents for all day Saturday. Twenty cents for the movie, and 5 cents for a candy bar.

We watched John Wayne bravely defend America from the Axis Powers or from the Native American Indians! What a guy!

Later, there were Friday nights at the movies … that was in Junior High School.

There were 2 Junior Highs in Santa Cruz: Mission Hill and Branciforte. All Mission Hill students sat on the left side of the theatre, and the right side was known as

the Branciforte side. Never should you invade the other’s territory.

Now it cost 50 cents to go to the movies. But a new dimension was introduced. If you were lucky, you might sit next to a girl and steal a kiss or two, or at least hold perspiration-soaked hands for a while.

Then, in high school, there was the Skyview Drive in Theatre on Soquel Drive.

In the beginning, they charged admission

according to the number of passengers in the car.

Soon, the brilliant teen-aged mind went to work, and it was discovered that if you hid people in the trunk of the car, they could get in for free. Some even tried that on double dates, but, as you can imagine, it did not work our very well.

The good old days in Santa Cruz! n ••• For more info: L_Tartaglino@hotmail.com

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20. *It crashed hard 23. *Insulin’s birthplace, e.g.

24. ____ the season!

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6. Talk like a drunk 7. Amusement destination 8. Keen-witted 9. Epsom or ╔vian-lesBains

10. It began in 1914 11. *Al Brown to Al Capone 12. Spill the beans 14. Hinduism’s divine feminine power 21. Kind of pie 22. High rocky hills 26. Turkey’s hanging neck skin 27. Baklava dough 28. *Major 1920s electronic device 29. “I Dream of Jeannie” actress 30. “For ____ a Jolly Good Fellow” 31. #5 Across, sing.

32. *Prohibition era establishment 34. Not stiff 36. Feather glue?

37. Visual system organ

40. Interprets, as in tarot cards 43. Product of lacrimation 47. Promise allegiance 49. Receipt listings 50. ____ ____ one’s ways 51. Garlic mayo 52. Goose egg 54. Like a drink in a snifter 55. *Rights and liberties org.

56. Greek god of war 57. Where a bib is tied 58. Repeat a passage from 59. JFK or ORD postings 61. Barker of Tarzan the Ape Man fame © Statepoint Media

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Your June Horoscope Times Publishing Group, Inc. Cancer (June 22-July 22)

You should be careful about who you share things with early in June. Before you spill any secrets, you need to be sure you can trust someone completely. An embarrassing social media moment could leave you wondering how you should deal with the fallout mid-month. Do you laugh it off?

Pretend it never happened and just wait for it to go away? How you react to things like this says a lot about you. You feel especially close to your family as the month comes to a close. You work hard to make your home a place where everyone feels comfortable, and hosting dinners and parties makes you happy.

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Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

You’re great at getting things started as the month begins, but not so great at following through.

Think about delegating some of the steps in your amazing plans and projects so you can meet your deadlines. Your winning style is showing in your attitude mid-month. You’ve been down before, but you’re never out — and you feel that sense of renewal and possibility lifting you up. You still should look before you leap, but at least you’re confident you’ll make it. You are tempted to brag about your accomplishments as June comes to a close. No one wants to hear more details about how great you are — except maybe your family, since they can take some of the credit for how you turned out!

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

You are in an amazingly curious mood early in the month. Now is the time to learn new things and meet new people. Anything that expands your mind gets a big yes! Your feelings are worth exploring mid-June. You aren’t used to making decisions based on your emotions, but being practical and logical won’t always work for the situations you encounter in the month ahead. Ask for advice when you need it. Later in the month, you’ll be ready to express yourself loudly and clearly and with confidence. Shout it to the world. It’s about time you got a standing ovation.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

The beginning of June is a time of learning for you. Sign up for a class or watch a documentary about a topic that interests you. The more ways you can figure out how to feed your brain, the better! By mid-month, you need a bit more substantial stimulation. Why not explore your own neighborhood, or visit someplace new and exotic? It doesn’t matter far you travel as long as it makes you happy. As the month comes to a close, so does the desire to be home, even if it isn’t the most stable situation.

Showing up and dealing with your current problems is important, so do what it takes to hang in there and get through the tough stuff.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You are keeping your affairs close to the vest as the month begins. If you need to share a secret, your trusted BFF will be the first to know. Your desire to explore is strong in the middle of the month, even as your steady routines bring you comfort. This is the time to take a chance and move outside that comfort zone. Later in June, life seems to be pulling you in two directions, but if you can figure out how to bring these circumstances together, you could be in for a treat.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

You are not in a finishing mood as the month begins. You might start an elaborate to-do list now but never cross a single thing off it — that’s where you’re at. Working on an unfinished novel? Dust it off and write a few more pages! Things are falling into place for you mid-month, and you can’t help but smile. Enjoy it while it lasts, but don’t get too used to it; getting too comfortable can make you loose your focus. Late in the month you’re reminded that life is one big adventure and should be lived to the fullest. If traveling isn’t an option, learn all you can about a culture you love.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

June begins with your plans in disarray. You aren’t used to such an erratic schedule (or no schedule at all), so this will take some getting used to. People need to stay out of your way mid-month. It’s going to be hard to control your emotions if someone does; just remember an apology will be in order after you calm down. Late in the month your passions come to the forefront. You know how to stay in control in public, but it can be hard.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18)

You have so many options to choose from as the month begins. It’s a busy time, and it’s not a bad problem to have. At least your obvious enthusiasm for life makes up for your lack of focus. Your silent communication skills are up to the challenge mid-month, Connecting with someone without saying a word is a fun, and likely successful challenge. Late in June your free time is important.

Making the most of it is a priority. If you have any adventures in mind, go on them now. And if you don’t? It’s a great time to spontaneously explore random new places. Let your sense of fun be your guide!

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

You are embracing your caring and compassionate qualities as the month begins. You might be moodier than usual, but that’s only because you care so deeply about others and what they’re going through. People are drawn to you mid-June. Your tenderheartedness and creativity brings like-minded people into your circle. Late in the month you feel bolder, making it easier to talk to strangers. Are you ready for some new people in your life? Socializing and networking are easier now than ever.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

Are you ready to make the switch from talking just to hear yourself talk to having quality, meaningful conversations? The beginning of June is clearly the time to do so. As you expand your curiosity, so to will you expand your communication. Even though you may feel a dip in energy levels mid-month, you still feel the same drive to succeed, but it won’t hurt to take a short break to rebuild those reserves. Late in the month you find yourself thinking about goals and dreams from the last few months. This is a good time to reflect on them.

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hanks to the recent, long-overdue disclosure of rampant misogyny, ‘consent’ has finally become a recognized value that needs to be taught to our children. One way to teach consent to children is to explain it at a very basic level by defining respect, then self-respect, then boundaries.

Let’s start with respect. But before you start your discussion with your daughter, keep in mind that when kids sense the important adults in their lives want to have a ‘conversation,’ they can sometimes feel like they’ve done something wrong.

That said, it’s important for you to tell your daughter as soon as she knows you want to talk about something important that you’re not angry with her. This will hopefully prevent her from spending the entire conversation trying to figure out what she did wrong.

You could start the conversation by saying something like: ‘First, I want you to know that I’m not angry. Not at all. I just want to make sure that we agree on something that’s been in the news lately.’

Once you feel like she understands that you’re not mad at her, define ‘respect’ together. Start by giving her a compliment by saying something like: I know you already know what respect is. For starters, it’s things like saying ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’ And I know you already know that respect goes beyond just saying ‘please’ and ‘thank you.’

To me, respect is a way of treating or thinking about something or someone.

If you respect your teacher, you admire her and treat her well. If you respect your

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

You are in a good place as the month begins, making it possible for new relationships to blossom.

Getting to know your secret crush on a deeper level won’t be easy, but you’re up to the challenge.

You love to expand your mind mid-month. Adventuring with friends and family will also give you the satisfaction of teaching others what you’ve learned. Late in June something is holding you back … and maybe it’s common sense. Everything you do will have consequences, and if your instincts say they’ll be negative, it may be the right decision.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Your energy is positive as the month begins, but are you being a bit shortsighted?

You love having a good time in the moment, but then what? You might want to think about the future, too. Still, your sense of adventure kicks into high gear mid-June, which is the perfect time to take or plan a trip. Your wanderlust is undeniable, so why not give in? Yet some hard truths come to the surface late in the month. Luckily, you’re able to deal with unpleasant issues that come up in a practical, logical way, which should lessen the pain and frustration a bit.

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friend, you regard her highly and treat her with consideration.

Hopefully, she’ll chime in here and add her own examples of respect, like ‘asking permission to borrow something’ or ‘letting someone finish speaking even if you already know the answer.’

If she doesn’t contribute and needs more time to join the conversation, you could continue offering your own ideas about what respect is. Try to tailor your ideas to match activities in her life.

‘To me, respect is not interrupting the teacher’ or ‘not borrowing someone’s sweater without asking.’

Keep it simple. Talking about it with her on a level that she understands will greatly increase the odds that the concept sinks in. If you start throwing around terms like ‘sexual assault’ and ‘social injustice,’ she’s likely to tune out.

The more she feels like she’s part of the conversation, and not being lectured, the more ownership she’ll feel for the subject matter. And the more ownership she feels, the likelier it is that she’ll be able to assimilate what she learns from you and apply it to scenarios in her own life.

Keep the conversation going by defining respect together. Try to get her to expand on your examples. Then expand on her examples so it starts to feel like a two-way conversation.

Here are some more ideas for defining respect together: • Think of someone who is respectful and talk about why they would be a good friend.

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Cancer in Our Pets

By Tiffany L. Mitchener, DVM

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t has to be among the most difficult moments for any pet owner: The instant you discover your beloved pet has cancer. That dreaded word cancer can trigger a range of emotions.

N e a r l y every person in our community has been touched by cancer, whether through the loss of a pet or a friend or a family member. According to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation, half of all dogs and cats over ten years old will get cancer.

Half — that is a staggering amount!

This equals to roughly six million dogs and nearly the same number of cats diagnosed annually. In comparison, 1.7 million new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in humans this year.

What is cancer? ancer is a broad term referring to the disease of unrestrained and abnormal growth of cells in the body. It can arise from any type of body cell. In our dogs and cats, the most common types of cancer include cancers of the skin, bone, mammary gland, head and neck, testicles, abdomen, and lymphoma.

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How do I know if my pet has cancer? t is not always easy to know if a pet has cancer. Our pets are excellent at hiding their symptoms, and often owners will not know that anything is wrong. Maintaining annual exams with a trusted veterinarian can be an important part of the cancer diagnosis. Early detection is key; often,

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“Parenting” from page 26 • Think of things people say who are respectful. Here are a few: ‘please’ ‘thank you’ ‘I appreciate that’ ‘may I hold the door for you?’ ‘excuse me’ ‘I’m sorry I offended you’.

• ‘Respect for belongings’ is a big issue at the pre-teen age. You could try to integrate it into the conversation especially if you’re having a hard time getting

the earlier a cancer is diagnosed, the more options there are for treatment.

A thorough history and a full physical exam are essential tools. Further testing may be recommended, often including x-rays, lab work, ultrasound exams, fine needle aspirates and/or biopsies. Rarely, advanced imaging may be recommended (CT or MRI scans).

When should I bring my pet to the veterinarian? ets should be examined by a veterinarian if an owner has any health concerns, but especially if any of the following warning signs occur: • New lumps or bumps in the skin, especially if they are growing rapidly, changing appearance or bothering the animal • Sores on the skin that do not heal quickly • Significant weight changes, either weight loss or rapid weight gain • Loss of appetite • Persistent cough • Bad breath • Any difficulty breathing • Any difficulty eating or swallowing • Difficulties with urination or defecation • Any bleeding or discharge from the eyes, nose, mouth, or anus

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therapy, as well as information regarding prognosis, long term quality of life, and cost. Together, the veterinary oncologist and owner can determine what is the best path forward for the pet.

My pet has cancer. What do I do now? cancer diagnosis can be devastating and overwhelming for a pet owner. A referral to a veterinary oncologist for a consultation can be very helpful. A veterinary oncologist is a veterinarian with years of additional training in the diagnosis and treatment of animal cancers.

In a consultation, a veterinary oncologist can give an owner options for

What is comparative oncology? id you know fighting cancer in pets can help us fight human cancer?

Comparative oncology is a relatively new medical discipline that integrates naturally occurring animal cancers into more general studies of human cancer biology. Our pets live in our world.

They share our homes, they share our adventures, they often eat the same food and drink the same water. Veterinarians have seen parallels between animal and human health for years, noting that dogs, especially, develop a lot of the same cancers as humans.

Now the human medical establishment is recognizing the importance of the canine model. The National Institute of Health has established comparative oncology trials which link networks of twenty-two medical academic research institutions with veterinary oncologists.

Our canine companions help with clinical trials to test new cancer therapies that may benefit both veterinary and

human medicine. Dogs are truly the best model as they share intimately in their owner’s lives, they have shorter life spans allowing for efficient results, and there is a large dog population in our country. It is important to note that these clinical trials involve family pets not lab animals.

These cancers are naturally occurring not lab induced. New and promising ways of battling cancer, such as immunotherapy or vaccination, are being researched today through our canine companions with the help of families seeking the best veterinary care for their dogs.

Cancer is a dreaded diagnosis for everyone, both human and animal. Far too many of our companion animals receive this diagnosis every year. Early detection is important, and veterinary exams are essential for maintaining a pet’s health.

Seeking the advice of a veterinary oncologist after a cancer diagnosis may be a helpful step in a family’s path for the care of their pet. It is even possible that a companion animal’s final act of love may be helping to further cancer research in the human and animal world. n ••• For more information: capitolaveterinaryhospital.com

things started. If you are the target of her ‘respect for belongings’ frustration (e.g. you borrowed something from her without asking), listen attentively to her feelings, make eye contact, and tell her you’ll pay more attention to the problem and work on improving.

• Watch a TV show together, point out examples of respect and/or disrespect, and discuss reasoning. Do the same thing when you are out doing errands

together. (store clerks? parking etiquette? check-out line?)

• Think of ways to show respect that connect with her interests. For example, if she’s interested in climate change, think of examples (together!) that respect the environment. Recycling? Reducing carbon emissions? Look up Rachel Carson and/or Laurie David on Wikipedia and talk about how they respect our earth.

Try to make sure she has a good foundation for understanding respect before progressing to ‘self-respect.’ n ••• Stay tuned for part 2 (‘Connecting respect and self-respect’) of “How to Help Your Daughter Understand Consent.” Trish Allison is the founder and writer of the P.I.N.K. Backpack gender-equality book series for parents. Visit her website at http://www. pink-backpack.com

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

For more information https://www.tbeaptos.org Wednesdays ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION 1st & 3rd Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m.

2nd & 4th Wednesdays: 2-3:30 p.m.

Alzheimer’s Association, 550 Water Street, Ste L2, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 If you have a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, a caregiver support group can offer you an opportunity to find out more about available community resources, learn from others who are going through similar experiences, and obtain additional educational materials.

Our evening Santa Cruz caregiver support group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month, and our afternoon Santa Cruz caregiver support group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. No fee. Open to family members.

For more information about this and other support groups in the area, please call 800.272.3900

Second Wednesdays SANTA CRUZ SONS IN RETIREMENT MONTHLY MEETING Noon, Elks Lodge at 150 Jewell St. Tuesdays This statewide group of retired men invites you WRITING/DISCUSSION MEETING to be our guest at our monthly luncheon. You’ll 6:30-7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church, Gazebo Room, meet kindred spirits, have a fine lunch and learn 10707 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 (At Hwy One and something new from a top notch guest speaker.

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Second and Fourth Wednesdays WELLNESS ON THE CANCER JOURNEY 11-12:30 pm, Old Soquel Plaza Learn how to safely support your body and emotions through the journey of Cancer — from diagnosis to softening the impact of chemo, radiation, and recovering well from surgery.

We’ll address nausea, low energy, weakness, digestion, immune support, grief, stress and more.

Feel free to bring your partner or care team to this free class. Please come fed; water is available.

Limited Seats. Please register all attendees on Eventbrite — Wellness on the Cancer Journey or call 831-254-3270 to RSVP. Address given upon registration receipt.

ADHD SUPPORT GROUP 6:30-8 p.m., Aptos Fire Station, 6934 Soquel Drive, Aptos The Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay Branch of CHADD hosts monthly support group meetings for anyone who would like to learn more about ADHD or has questions or concerns. Come share with those who understand.

Second Wednesdays’ meeting is for parents of children, teens, and young adults with ADHD. The group for adults with ADHD, spouses, partners of someone with ADHD meets fourth Wednesdays of every month.

Judy Brenis: jbbrenis@comcast.net, or call 831-8189619.

Last Wednesdays Each Month MAGICIANS’ CLUB 7 p.m., Antonelli Club Room, 2655 Brommer St., Santa Cruz Attention Magic Lovers! Our new Magicians’ Club meets on the last Wed. of every month at 7pm in the club room at the Antonelli Mobile Home Park. If you do magic or want to get started in this fun hobby, join us.

Questions? Call Jim at 685-3829 SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 7-9 p.m., Katz Cancer Resource Center, 3150 Mission Dr Santa Cruz County Prostate Cancer Support Group has been an active group for over 20 years in the community.

First meeting of 2018 will be February 28th.

Thursdays FRIENDSHIP PUT TO MUSIC! 6:30 p.m., New Hall, La Selva Beach Club House, 3124 Estrella Ave. Classes every Thursday night. For more information call Sue Harris or Don Benson (831) 726-7053 or email at caller4u@att.net LUCKY STEPPERS MODERN SQUARE DANCE 6:30 pm, La Selva Beach Clubhouse, 314 Estrella Ave., La Selva Beach, CA 95076 It’s fun and easy to do! Friendship put to music; family friendly. Class takes place every Thursday Night at our new home in La Selva Beach! (Take Mar Monte off of Hwy 1, turns into Playa Blvd., turn right on Estrella) For more information, contact Sue Harris or Don Benson at (831) 726-7053 or e-mail at caller4u@att.net.

SAN LORENZO COMMUNITY BAND PRACTICE SESSIONS 7:30-9 p.m., San Lorenzo Valley High School Band Room (F-1) The San Lorenzo Valley Community Band meets every Thursday at SLV High School. Dues are $30 a semester.

You must read music.

Call Teresa at 336-8637.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR events will be held in several homes throughout Santa Cruz County where members enjoy gourmet meals, fine wine and conversation. Joining the club provides a great opportunity to cook, to entertain, and to meet locals that share your interests. Want to join us?

Learn more about the SC Dinner Club and the fun we have by contacting Rhonda Mills at 831-246-1151 or info@ SantaCruzDinnerClub.com

ONGOING EVENTS CONT. Second and Fourth Thursdays CABRILLO HOST LIONS CLUB MEETINGS 6:30 p.m., Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Road.

Want to make a difference in our community? Join the Cabrillo Lions Club twice every month and see what you can do to help in Santa Cruz County.

Please RSVP cabrillolions@gmail.com Last Thursdays each month MONTHLY ARGENTINE TANGO AT STAR BENE ITALIAN/ARGENTINE RESTARANTE 4:30pm-9:30pm, Star Bene Italian/Argentene Restarante, 21245 East Cliff Dr. This is a night for true “Social Tango.” Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene Argentine Menu, (or their well known italian menu), and enjoy the ambiance of Argentina and join us in a social tango dance to music from the Golden Age of Tango.

Private instruction and classes by arrangement. For more information, call Michael (831) 239-2247.

Fridays NAR-ANON SCOTTS VALLEY 6:30 p.m., Camp Recovery Center (Bison Center Room), 3192 Glen Canyon Road, Scotts Valley.

Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join.

Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are going through similar problems, talk about how they cope and find recovery.

To locate additional times and locations of meetings, please go to our website at www.nar-anon.org.

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SS PALO ALTO CENTENNIAL STREET FAIR Saturday June 1 1130 a.m.-4 p.m., Downtown Seacliff On Broadway Come celebrate the SS Palo Alto Centennial Street Fair in Seacliff and enjoy live music, a musician, and tasty grub from local businesses and food trucks.

RECOVERING COUPLES ANONYMOUS MEETING 10:30 a.m.–noon, Sutter Maternity, 2900 Chanticleer Ave, SC RCA is a 12 step group for couples. Our primary purpose Saturdays is to stay committed in loving and intimate relationPILLS ANONYMOUS (PA) ships and to help other couples achieve freedom from dysfunctional relationships. All couples are welcome 8 a.m., Sutter Hospital, 2025 Soquel Ave whether married or partnered. Some of us are new in our The purpose of PA is to provide a safe, secure, and supportive place for people who are addicted to pills coupleships and seek to build intimacy together. We have who want to get off of them. PA is offered all over the all found help in Recovering Couples Anonymous.

DROP-IN GRIEF SUPPORT For more information visit our website: https://santacruzrca.org world.

12-1 pm, Hospice of Santa Cruz County, two locations: For questions, please contact Gary at (831)801-9578 or Kristin or email us at rcasantacruz@yahoo.com 940 Disc Dr., SV • 85 Nielson St., Watsonville at (831)345-6515 Hospice of Santa Cruz County is offering a drop-in grief FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH BIBLE STUDY support group for adults grieving the death of a family 9:45 a.m: Bible Study • 11 a.m.: Worship SANTA CRUZ TENNIS CLUB member or a friend. This group is a place where you 7565 Sunset Way, Aptos 9 a.m., Soquel High School Tennis Courts can share stories, learn tools for coping, and receive First Baptist Church of Aptos welcomes you to join their The nonprofit Santa Cruz Tennis Club meets every support from people who care. bible study and worship every Sunday.

Saturday morning at the Soquel High School courts For more information, please call (831) 430-3000. PreCall (831) 688-5842 for more info beginning at 9:00 am.

We play doubles and mixed registration is required. doubles, mostly at an intermediate level, and switch First Sunday of Every Month around the players every 45 minutes. Balls are provided.

First Fridays each month SANTA CRUZ DINNER CLUB EVENT $2 for first time visitors.

FIRST FRIDAY ART TOUR 5 p.m., various member homes throughout county The First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute of Love to cook, entertain and socialize? Our dinner club events Second Saturdays Each Month Contemporary Arts event, managed in conjunction will be held in several homes throughout Santa Cruz County with the participating art venues. The event takes place 2ND SATURDAY ON THE FARM where members enjoy gourmet meals, fine wine and conver11 a.m.-3 p.m., Ag History Project Center at the Santa Cruz year-round and illuminates some of the most talented sation. Joining the club provides a great opportunity to cook, County Fairgrounds local artists from local galleries. to entertain, and to meet locals that share your interests.

Join us every 2nd Saturday on the Farm for free family To find out where to participate in a First Friday art tour, visit Learn more about the SC Dinner Club and the fun we have by firstfridaysantacruz.com (Most galleries are open 12-9 pm for activities. Each month we select a new theme to highlight contacting Rhonda Mills at info@SantaCruzDinnerClub.com historical agriculture with games, activities, and First Friday viewings.) demonstrations that relate. We often have guest appear- Third Sunday of Every Month ances from farm animals like llamas, draft horses, sheep, SCIENCE SUNDAY FRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Peace United Church of Christ at 900 goats, chickens, rabbits, and more! You are sure to find Starts at 1 p.m., 100 Shaffer Road, Santa Cruz, 95060 something fun and entertaining for the whole family.

Seymour Marine Discovery Center presents a public lecture High Street, Santa Cruz Check our website and Facebook page for more details. FREE from a marine scientist the third Sunday of every month.

Curious about Shakespeare? The Friday Shakespeare Topics are presented in an entertaining and easy-to-underClub members discuss the life, times, and influence of Sundays stand format, with up-to-date photos, video, and discussion.

William Shakespeare.

NAR-ANON SANTA CRUZ Science Sunday does not meet in December. For more info For information, call 831-684-2832, or go to friday 6:30 p.m., Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center (Sutter visit seymourcenter.ucsc.edu shakespeare.org or facebook.com/fridayshakespeare.

Room), 2900 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz Nar-Anon is a twelve step support group for families FRIDAY SHAKESPEARE CLUB and friends of addicts. There are no dues or fees to join. DATED EVENTS OF SANTA CRUZ Just come to a meeting. You will hear others, who are 10 am - noon, Peace United Church, 909 High Street Sunday June 2 This is the oldest women’s club in Santa Cruz. The club going through similar problems, talk about how they SANTA CRUZ DINNER CLUB EVENT cope and find recovery. meets to study the life, works and times of William To locate additional times and locations of meetings, please go 5 p.m., Various member homes throughout county Shakespeare. Members share group readings and Love to cook, entertain and socialize? Our dinner club insights, discuss history, and universal themes found in to our website at www.nar-anon.org. his plays and writings.

For more information please call 831-684-2832

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UNDERSTANDING AND RESPONDING TO DEMENTIA-RELATED BEHAVIORS 10:30 a.m.-Noon, Alzheimer’s Association 550 Water Street, Ste L2, Santa Cruz Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage.

Join us for a special seminar to learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers, and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer’s disease.

For more information or to register, please call 800.272.3900 or email kesamodurov@alz.org.

Thursday June 13 AG HISTORY PROJECT SPRING SPEAKER SERIES 6:30 – 8 p.m., Ag History Project Museum (Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds), 2601 E. Lake, Watsonville, 95076 Please join us for our Spring Speaker Series, this time featuring Stuart Kitayama and friends. The series features talks by members of the Pajaro Valley Agricultural Community with stories to share of the history, challenges, successes and efforts to preserve the values, culture and agricultural lifestyle that makes the Pajaro Valley such a unique and wonderful community.

A $10 donation is requested from attendees and there will be a raffle at the end of each talk.

Wednesday June 19 INTO THE FOREST: PORTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY ICE CREAM SOCIAL/STORY HOUR 1:00 p.m., 3050 Porter Street, Soquel This community event is geared for children ages 3 to 8 years and open to the public. Ice Cream will be served between 1 and 1:30 p.m. Our children’s librarians, Jeanne Jorgensen and Dolly Barnes, will provide stories, songs and crafts pertaining to today’s theme.

Parking for the library is available. Enter the Bagelry parking lot from Soquel Drive into and drive through to the left.

For more info call 476-3326 or visit www.porterml.org

Thursday July 4 APTOS 4TH OF JULY FESTIVITIES 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Soquel Drive between State Park and Trout Gulch, Aptos Village Park Pancake Breakfast: 7-10 a.m. at burger. parking lot Worlds Shortest Parade: 10am-12pm Party in the Park: 12-4pm at Aptos Village Park Parade participants and vendors wanted! The “World’s shortest parade” on 4th of July in Aptos is ready to take parade entries and vendors for the Party in the Park. We are expecting an amazing turnout and want to invite all of Santa Cruz County to take part in it.

Parade entries can include but are not limited to: Classic/antique vehicles, floats, bands, walkers, dancers, dogs, etc.

Visit http://aptoschamber.com/event/aptos-4th-of-julyfestivities/ for more info.

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ecently, the Board of Supervisors recognized some of the remarkable volunteers in our county. Volunteers that dedicate thousands of hours to our local animal shelter, helping with forensics and vacation checks at the Sheriff’s Office, restoring native landscapes at our parks, working with disadvantaged youth and more.

We all know volunteering is good for our community and great for the people who receive help. Researchers have been discovering that regular volunteering – as little as two hours a week – is great for the person volunteering as well. Youth who volunteer are more likely to finish school, and less likely to engage in a whole range of troubling behaviors. Adults who volunteer are happier, healthier and live longer than those who do not.

There is no question that volunteers play an essential role in our community. But you may not be aware how to get involved. One of the best ways is through the local Volunteer Center.

Last year 15,000 of our neighbors used the information and tools from the Volunteer Center to find volunteer opportunities that fit their interests, skills and lifestyle. The Center gathers hundreds of open volunteer positions that can be searched at www.scvolunteercenter.org or you can speak with a Matchmaker to help find the right cause.

What are some of the opportunities available right now? quick search on the site shows a remarkable variety of opportunities, and time commitments. Some volunteer opportunities are one-time only while many are on going.

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In Capitola, there is a need for a preschool literacy tutor, receptionist needs at a local veterans center or help at the Children’s Museum of Discovery. In Soquel, there is a need for help with transportation for cancer patients and volunteer opportunities at the Sheriff’s Office and much more.

A Story of your Neighbors on and Jim have been Aptos neighbors, friends, workout partners and volunteers together for over 13 years. Together they have installed over 500 grab bars and given well beyond 2,200 hours of service to low-income seniors who need home repairs and modifications in order to remain safe in their homes.

Ron started out as a board member for the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County. After he retired, he knew he wanted to continue to contribute to the mission of the Volunteer Center and found a perfect match with Helping Hands. Ron eventually recruited Jim to volunteer on days he was not involved with Kiwanis Club projects.

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They both love meeting and helping people. Jim told us when he visits the homes of seniors in need, “I can see where they need the help and know that they can’t afford the repairs. It feels good to be able to help them out.”

“I think there’s a lot of people out there that want to do something to benefit other people but they don’t know how to get involved in the community. I tell people about what I do and let them decide if they want to get involved.

Ron went on to say that, “The Volunteer Center has a whole range of programs that will suit just about everyone. It’s kind of nice they are all under one umbrella.” He invites anyone who is interested in volunteering to check out all the opportunities through the Volunteer Center.

Jim says with a smile, “Between all of us, we can do a little bit to help make our community a better place.” n ••• Volunteering plays an essential role in our community. If you’d like to learn more you can always call me at 454-2200 or visit the Volunteer Center website at www.scvolunteercenter.org.

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his owner’s landlord no longer allowed dogs. Rambo can be a super sweet, affectionate, wiggly guy, but can also be feisty. He would do best in an only dog home with an adopter who has patience and lots of love to give him.

Rambo has endeared himself to his volunteer fan club and has also gone on a few overnights with volunteers to give him a break from the Shelter. He has done really well and is quite amusing in his antics. If you are looking for an animated and funny little guy, you may have found your match.

Rambo is a 5 year old neutered black, male, Chihuahua To adopt your new friend, visit one of the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter locations, or their website at www.scanimalshelter.org. n ••• Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter has two full-service, open-admission shelters: Santa Cruz Location (Public Entrance): 1001 Rodriguez St., Santa Cruz, 95062 Hours: Daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Watsonville Location: 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076 Hours: Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (closed 12-1) Closed on Sunday SCCAS Main line: 831-454-7200. Animal Control: 831-454-7227. After-Hours Emergency: 831-471-1182

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nnuals are plants that complete their entire life cycle from germination to death within a single year. Biennials complete their entire life cycle in two years, mostly by developing vegetative growth during their first year, and then blooming, producing seed and then dying after their second year.

Perennials are the many herbaceous plants that survive longer than just a few years or indefinitely.

As simple as these definitions seem to be, the plants that they describe are a bit more complicated. Some biennials can regenerate from the roots of plants that have already bloomed and died. Stems of some annuals can root where they touch the ground, to form new plants that survive for another year. Some annuals seem perennial if they replace themselves with their own seedlings.

Of course, none of that matters for the many biennials, perennials and self perpetuating annuals that get grown as mere annuals. At a time when ‘sustainability’ is a fad and trendy buzz word, it is ironic that so many bedding plants that could contribute more if given the chance to do so, continue to get discarded as soon as their primary season finishes. Most have more potential than that.

Self-perpetuating annuals like sweet alyssum and nasturtium might only need to be groomed of old plants as new ones take over. Young nasturtium are rather efficient at overwhelming their own parent plants to some degree. Of course, subsequent generations will revert to feral plants. Fancier nasturtium will eventually become basic orange and yellow.

Sweet alyssum will be plain white.

M a n y annuals that are actually perennials might survive through their off season if just overplanted Colorado has an excellent with more seasonal annuals, state flower!

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and then regenerate when the weather becomes more favorable. For example, primrose from last season might be left in the ground as petunias take over for summer, but when the petunias finish next autumn, the primrose can regenerate for another season.

Such perennials regenerate more randomly than they grew in their primary season, and will need some degree of grooming and perhaps mulching. n ••• Highlight: Columbine olorado is another state that was able to designate one of the most excellent wildflowers of North America as the Official State Flower because it happens to be native there.

Rocky Mountain columbine, Aquilegia caerulea, however, did not contribute as much to the Many perennials are grown breeding of the as annuals. many modern hybrid varieties of columbine as did common European columbine, Aquilegia vulgaris.

Most are short-term perennials that are more often grown as biennials or, if they do not continue to perform through the dry warmth of summer, as spring annuals. Seed can be sown directly earlier in spring, but new plants may not bloom until the following spring. Plants that are grown in a greenhouse through winter, as well as self-sown plants that grow though winter, should bloom in spring.

The famously spurred flowers can be just about any color; white, blue, purple, red, orange, yellow, pink and even pale green (fading to white). Most are combinations of two colors. Some varieties proudly bloom with frilly double flowers. The thin flower stems stand about a foot tall, with flowers facing slightly downward. The trifoliate and delightfully lobed leaves are like big lacy clover leaves. n ••• Horticulturist Tony Tomeo can be contacted at tonytomeo.com.

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