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VCUM Holiday Mission Valley Churches United Missions is very busy every December, and this one is no exceptions. The many charitable projects taking place this holiday season include its annual “Light Up The Valley� home decorating contest, the 33rd Annual Valley Christmas Project to bring holiday cheer to people in need throughout the area, and the VCUM’s annual holiday gala, this year at Scopazzi’s gency Food Pantry and Holiday Gift Projects.

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Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s Annual ‘Nutcracker’ Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre presents its annual holiday production of The Nutcracker, December 19 through 21, at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium. The production, now celebrating its 12th year, has quickly become a beloved Santa Cruz tradition with over 70 dancers ...

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Cover Dreaming of a White Christmas

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Community News VCUM – Light Up The Valley – 33rd Annual Valley Christmas Project – VCUM Annual Holiday Gala

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6 Scotts Valley Police Program by Donna Lind 7 8 Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s Annual ‘Nutcracker’ 9 10 My Three Angels... a Play in Two Acts 15 Godspell in Ben Lomond 16

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Cover Story “G Foundation” from page 1 This year Team G Childhood Cancer Foundation, a nonprofit established

by Gabriella’s parents, is gearing up for the 3rd Annual Gabriella’s Snow Day scheduled for December 19, 2014 at Scotts Valley’s Skypark. In addition to fantastical flurries, families can expect an appearance from Santa and two special Gabriella Cosner surprise guests, holiday food, treats, shopping, games, crafts, bounce houses and amazing raffle prizes all provided by an array of local businesses.

A $10 dollar donation is suggested for anyone participating in snow play, games with prizes, bounce houses and

more with proceeds going to Team that is sure to be a fun and festive time for G Childhood Cancer all. Your participation in Foundation for pediatric this joyous event will cancer research and Hope Totes. Team G CC against pediatric cancer, 1 to 5 p.m.

Foundation was recently but will support all the SkyPark, Scotts Valley local businesses and voted the 2014 Scotts Valley Organization community members involved. 100% of the proceeds will to celebrate our accomplishment and acknowledge our newly found Team G cancer.

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The Cosner family created team G This holiday season, bring your Childhood Cancer Foundation in 2013 family and loved ones to celebrate Gabri- shortly after their daughter, Gabriella ella’s 7th birthday in a winter wonderland finished cancer treatments at the age of 5. Joined by cancer parents, Diego and Claudia who lost their daughter to the same form of cancer less than 2 years ago, these families along with the community continue to support children and families affected by pediatric cancer.

Inspired by some of the amazing youth they encountered during each of their daughter’s treatment process, this family has become advocates for all children fighting cancer today. Their continued support comes in the form of Hope Totes, hospital survival kits created for newly diagnosed cancer patients, and funds dedicated to new and innovative treatment options.

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Looking to donate or volunteer? Contact Kristin Cosner kristin@teamgfoundation.org or info@teamgfoundation.org 831-239-5061 for more information.

Community News

Light Up The Valley

Join in on the Holiday Spirit in VCUM’s Annual Home-Lighting Contest!

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ecorate your Home, Business, Non-

lowing businesses; Don’s Felton Paint and Hardware, Scarborough Lumber in Ben Lomond and Boulder Creek Hardware. $5 entry fee plus one canned good.

December 7 starting December 10

December 14 5 – 8 p.m. Felton Community Hall Auditorium. Bring a dish to share and a place setting.

Join our Facebook Group: SLV Light Up The Valley 2014.

Thanks to our sponsor’s: Monty’s Log Cabin, Felton Community Hall.

United Missions.

33rd Annual Valley Christmas Project

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he following is a list of descriptions of the various projects Valley Churches United Missions has ongoing throughout the month: Families with Children: Food to prepare Christmas dinner, a turkey, (value depending on family size), food bag with a variety of food collected from our area schools canned goods drive, a tree if available. At least two gifts per child valued at no less that $30.00 per item.

Seniors and Disabled: A friendly home visit, home baked cookies, apple cider, gift, poinsettia plant or small decorated tree, and if they are low income, a bag of food.

Single People: Bag of food, chicken/ Adopt a Senior Program and Adopt a Family Program: Individual donors adopt either a senior or family and provide at least what Valley Churches United Missions would have provided at their own expense. Groups and Businesses can band together to share this expense and experience.

Homeless: We provide homeless gift packages channeled through agencies providing food and shelter to the homeless such as St. Francis Soup

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Community News

Santa Cruz Chorale Christmas Concert T he Santa Cruz Chorale, conducted by Christian Grube and accompanied by the Monterey Bay Sinfonietta, present the Chorale’s Christmas concert with musical gems from centuries past, as well as contemporary pieces.

Three Psalm settings from Claudio Monteverdi’s “Christmas Vespers” for choir, instrumentalists, and soloists, recreate the festive atmosphere of a

Mysterium” by Morten Lauridsen and Aurumque” bring us back to the twentieth century. The program also includes motets such as William Byrd’s “Haec Dies” and Mendelssohn’s “Jubilate,” as well as compositions by John Tavener, Ola WIlliams. Carols old and new conclude the concert.

Department of Music at UC Santa Cruz, followed by Murray Walker, the late Gene Lewis, Paul Vorwerk and Under the leadership of Paul Vorwerk, the Chorale went on two exciting inter-

Founded in 1983 the Santa Cruz organization, performs a wide ranging repertoire including works from the 14th century through music of our time. Some members of the Chorale are professional musicians and some direct musical groups of their own. But all volunteer their time and are amateurs in the original sense of that word: people who seriously pursue an art for the love of it.

The Chorale was founded by Mary Lynn Place Badarak, a Lecturer for the

Northern Italy and Croatia, and the second to Spain. Since 2006, the Chorale has been directed

by Christian Grube performing Photo Credit: Katja Zuske, Katzprints Photography three concert sets per year in Christian Grube, Artistic Director Santa Cruz Chorale the beautiful acoustics of Holy Cross Church in Santa Cruz. The Chorale professor of choral conducting at the has also attracted three of Santa Cruz’s Berlin University of Arts. His choirs are best-known accompanists, Vlada Moran, known for their exquisite sound, impeccable intonation, broad range of dynamic The Chorale’s current Artistic expression, and ability to interpret the Director, Christian Grube, is emeritus most diverse styles.

Explorer Scouts Return to Scotts Valley Police Program

By Donna Lind

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many tasks that the

were introduced and sworn in.

They then participated in a badge pinning

to assist with and this is also a wonderful opportunity to expose them to law enforcement for a possible future career.

Back in the 1970’s, the Scotts Valley PD had an

received their badges. community events such as the 4th of July

as available to assist in searching for lost or missing children or persons. There are

the program later became involved in some form of law enforcement.

The city lost the program in the 70’s due to not having someone able to make the strong commitment Explorer Badge Ceremony to the program that is necessary. It is very exciting to have that

commitment from Lt. Steve Walpole Jr. and

Chief Weiss explained that when Lt. Steve Walpole came on board last January, Program back to the Scotts Valley PD. The City Council agreed and approved the program.

Notices asking for applications for youth between the ages of 14 - 20 yrs old who were interested were sent out by the SVPD. Several applications were received and then an oral board and background check were conducted much like as positions. The PD was looking for young people with strong moral and ethical values with an interest in the community.

After testing, six young people were to take the lead in training the young explorers in basic police work including techniques, evidence collection etc. The training included a full 8-hour training schedule with the assistance of other SVPD personnel and several additional weeks of training. Chief Weiss was advised that Lt. Steve Walpole felt they were ready to be

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Community News

VCUM Most Needed Items Most Needed Items for 2014s 33rd Annual Valley Christmas Project 1. Cash Donations — Used to purchase items and food that are not donated.

This is our major fundraiser for our food pantry’s year round operation.

2. Teenage gifts — Movie passes / Scotts Valley Cinema

items (bath kits, lotion, shave kits etc) for groceries from area stores in $10.00 and $15.00 amounts 4. Gifts for Juvenile Hall — Toilet

2014 Holiday Project Tube socks 5. Senior gifts — 2 lb. Canned Hams

6. Gift for Children — Children and Children’s clothing, socks, shoes, and warm outer wear 7. Household items —

Ben Lomond VCUM Holiday Boutique, 9400 Highway 9 (Tel#: 336-8258 x222) Open a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Valley Churches United, PO Box 367, Ben Lomond, CA 95005-0367 delivered to VCUM Boutique or Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce no later than Friday November 30th.

Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce no later than December 2nd.

2014 Up Coming Holiday Special Events Dec. 4: VCUM Annual Gala Auction & Angel of the Year Dinner @ Scopazzi’s Dec. 14 Felton Community Hall (tentative) Community Outreach Since 1982

“VCUM” from page 5 The packages include personal grooming kits, new socks warm hats and gloves, home baked cookies and candy.

socks, writing paper, envelopes, stamps, micro popcorn, candy, and a small gift.

Care Facilities: We provide home baked cookies and small individual gifts for the adults and children in the following

Juvenile Hall: We provide individual Program, and Willow Brook Care Home.

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— Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre presents its annual holiday production of The Nutcracker, December 19 through 21, at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium.

The production, now celebrating its 12th year, has quickly become a beloved Santa Cruz tradition with over 70 dancers, a live 51-piece orchestra conducted by Pamela Martin and special guest stars.

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

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

Alumni returning to Santa Cruz as guest stars in this year’s production include Melody Mennite Walsh, principal dancer with the Houston Ballet, Lauryn Winterthe Sacramento Ballet, and Gabriel Williams, formerly of the Sacramento Ballet

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and Trey McIntyre Project, and a soloist and principal with New York Theatre Ballet, Madison Ballet and many other companies.

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

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Community News Kuumbwa Jazz Center Tuesday, December 2, 7 -10 p.m.

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ome out for a good cause and start your holiday season laughing at the First

and silent auction proceeds will be distributed The Pregnant Mare Rescue Foundation (pregnantmarerescue.org) and Gracie’s Pet Food Pantry, two local, all volthe comedy of Collin Moulton and music of Bonny Getz at Kuumbwa Jazz Center in Santa Cruz on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014 from 7pm to 10pm.

Pregnant Mare Rescue Foundation

has been saving horses from abuse and slaughter for nine years. More than 140 horses have been placed in adoptive homes.

Gracie’s Pet Food Pantry provides pet food at food banks to local low income and homeless pet owners in need. Since June, more than 600 local pet owners have received assistance from Gracie’s thanks to the generous donation by Pet Pals and Aptos Feed.

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Join us for a night of comedy, Comedian Collin Moulton and Musician Bonny Getz.

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Community News

My Three Angels… a Play in Two Acts

Directed by Robin Aronson Live on stage at Ben Lomond’s Park Hall Nov. 21 – Dec. 14

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ater’s 2014 Season is the warm-hearted comedy My Three Angels by Samuel and Bella Spewack. It is based on the French play La Cuisine Des Anges by Albert

Ustinov. It is one of the rare comedies that Bogart appeared Penn and Demi Moore.

the production opens Friday, November 21 and runs 4 weekends through Sunday, December 14 at Ben Lomond’s historic Park Hall, 9400 Mill Street. Friday and Saturday performances are at 8:00 p.m., Sunday matinees are at 2:00 p.m. Community Afternoon is Sunday, November 30, when all tickets are 2 for $20. Note that there is no matinee on Sunday, November 23. General tickets are $20; Senior and Student tickets are $17.00; Youth Under 12 are $10. Tickets are available at www.mctshows.org or www. brownpapertickets.com.

My Three Angels is set at the turn of the 20th century 105 degrees. Three convicts - two murderers and a thief - on work release from Devil’s Island prison are working as roofers above a shop owned by the Ducotel family.

They overhear the family below and learn that a crisis is about to descend on them. The convicts decide to put their collective criminal knowledge to good use and descend themselves into the shop. When trouble arrives from France in the form of a sinister cousin who plans to close

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MCT. Dr. Aronson has directed locally for many years throughout Santa Cruz County. Most recently she directed Black Snow at Cabrillo College, and is currently directing one of the 2015 Santa Cruz Actors’ Theatre’s 8 Tens @ 8 alumni and audience favorites: Marty Lee Jones as Felix as Joseph; Peter Gelblum as Jules; Mike Stark as Henri Photo Credit: Kylan Thureockes

The cast of MCT’s production of “My Three Angels”: (back row, l-r) Jacob Ellis, Marty Lee Jones, Andy Malcolm, Jackson Wolffe, Peter Gelblum, Matt Clarke; (seated) Mindy Pedlar and Katie Singleton. the shop and his cold-hearted nephew, who is jilting the family’s daughter, the convicts intervene and mayhem ensues. Matters are set aright and the benevolent scoundrels prove themselves to be angels to the grateful family.

Oh, and there’s a snake named Adolphe.

as the Lieutenant; and newcomers Katie Singleton, Andy

Mountain Community Theater (MCT) is Santa Cruz County’s longest continuously running community theater company. MCT is a member-run non-profit organization that derives its support primarily from performance proceeds and charitable donations. Park Hall is located at 9400 Mill Street in Ben Lomond, just 17 minutes away from downtown Santa Cruz.

Scotts Valley Christmas Tree Lighting Festival

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he Scotts Valley Chamber of with us at the Scotts Valley ComCommerce and Scarborough munity Center on December 6th, Lumber invite you to start from 2-7pm. Come and sing carols, sip on hot chocolate, munch on

cookies and cheer as we light up our community Christmas trees.

This year we are featuring lots of fun attractions for kids and adults

a canned good or pantry item to donate to VCUM, and you will get a free ride on the horse-drawn wagon sponsored by Modern Woodmen. Horse wagon runs from 3-6pm.

New for this year: our giant life-size Scarborough snow globe is the perfect place to take your to purchase a photo get a goodie the neighborhood. Maps provided. child is free w/a paid adult. Meet Sponsored by MyScottsValley.com. the lovable characters from “Train Be sure to drive by and visit our to Christmas Town” from 3-6pm. beautiful professionally-lit 66 ft. tree after dark through the month who will be painting faces all day of December, sponsored by many friends and businesses in Scotts Zoo, hosted by the 4-H club. Don’t Valley. forget to get your handpicked mistletoe for your sweetie from local Cub Scout Pack #604.

Local schools, dance teams and musicians perform onstage from 4-6pm. Then, just when we light up the trees at 6pm, Santa arrives for complimentary photos by Jesse Gabriel Photography.

After the festival take a Holiday Lights Tour in

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Scotts Valley Chamber News

Community Awards Dinner a Smashing Success!

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he 2014 Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Awards Dinner was held at the Scotts Valley Community Center, where we came together to honor this year’s crop of outstanding citizens: Man of the Year Robert Aldana Woman of the Year Youth of the Year Ayan Patel Senior Citizen of the Year Marlene Flannery

Educator of the Year

City of Scotts Valley’s Annette Marcum Community Garden Organization of the Year Team G Foundation Business of the Year The event, made possible by PDC along with a host of other sponsors, gave our community the chance to “kick up our heels” and applaud awardees for making

Our active and involved seniors and amazing educators created a need for two brand new categories in 2014: Senior

Glitz Laced with Fun” theme took Scotts Valley back to its western roots, with many attendees decked out in full western regalia. Lots of cowboy boots and hats were seen at this sold-out event, and the room came alive with the gorgeous gobo light display provided by Gobosource, and country western music by MLC Delux.

categories, Marlene Flannery and Beth Hollenbeck, are true inspirations. Having people like them right here in Scotts Valley, doing all they can to make life a little The event’s Master of Ceremonies was the honorable Judge Paul Marigonda, and presenters included our own Mayor Jim other Scotts Valley City dignitaries.

TOP TO BOTTOM FROM LEFT (Award ceremonies feature Paul Marigonda (left), Bruce McPherson and Jim Reed): Rosanna Herrera of Bruno’s BBQ gets a hug from Photos by Jesse Gabriel Photography

News from the Scotts Valley Chamber President

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s we head towards the end of 2014, our calendar turns toward a time of Thanksgiving and holiday cheer.

At the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce, we want to sincerely THANK YOU for your membership, time during the course of 2014. This year has

Joshua Breeden

about the prospects for 2015.

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Looking forward to 2015, the Chamber has accepted the resignation of Niki we are deeply saddened to see Niki leave, we part ways on good terms and are excited to see her successful in the future.

Given this event, we have created a hiring committee, comprised of Chamber Board members and are working diligently to put out the job posting with an updated job description. We are anxious to diligent in our process and decision. As the President of the Board, I welcome ANY

and ALL responsible and constructive comments, thoughts, and criticism as we work through this process. I know myself and all of the Board members are working hard to make sure the Scotts Valley Chamber represents the very best of Scotts Valley.

I continue to THANK YOU for membership and endeavor to make you constantly proud to say you’re a member of the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce.

Sincerely, Joshua Breeden, President, Board of Directors

Scotts Valley Chamber News

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lease join us for a casual afternoon of networking, delicious bites and place to celebrate our last Happy Happy Hour of 2014 than Hour Networking the beautiful Oak

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Bring a friend, business cards, an appetite, and meet fellow business associates for what is sure to be a fun time in

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There will be a live band, great food, and the most generous people…so don’t miss the event of the year with Hors d’oeuvres and a midnight Champagne toast. Music by Lenny’s Basement.

Linda and Joe Aliberti gave the club a

focus is shifting to building out the main Club campus and facilities. When fully completed, the Club estimates it will serve approximately 5,000 kids in both Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo Valley, providing a safe place for a variety of fun kids’ programs.

Attending the Annual Fundraiser is a great way for locals to get involved and see what the Club is all about, while helping the Club to reach its fundraising goals.

Tickets: Bruno’s BBQ, 230 Mt Hermon

complete the improvements and upgrades to the Club’s building on 5060 Scotts Valley Drive, Now that the building’s done, the

Pre-sale $40/1 or $75/2. At the door $50/1 or $95/2

015 will mark the second year in a row that the

Valleys will have their Annual Fundraiser to welcome in the was so much fun, by popular demand they

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Godspell in Ben Lomond S anta Cruz Performing Arts presents this perennial favorite with music by Stephen Schwartz of “Pippin” and “Wicked” fame and with an inspired book by John-Michael Tebelak is produced and directed by Arindam Krishna Das featuring a Spellbinding cast of local luminaries ages 11-68.

Godspell originally opened off Broadway on May 17, 1971, and has played in various touring companies and revivals many times since, including a 2011 revival that played on Broadway from October 13, 2011, to June 24, 2012.

The musical’s structure is presenting a series of the parables of Jesus. Based primarily on the Gospel of Matthew with three of the featured parables from the Gospel of Luke. The parables are combined with modern music and with lyrics mostly from traditional hymns. The passion of Christ is shown briefly at the end of the musical.

Performances: Thursday – Saturday Dec. 4, 5, 6 and Friday – Sunday Dec.12, 13, 14 Location is the Barn behind Sts. Church in Ben Lomond. Turn onto park in the lot, 1st driveway on the left. p.m. Closing Performance is Sunday Matinee Dec. 14 at 2 p.m.

Tickets available online at - www. scpa.bpt.me $15 Adults - $12 children under 12/students/seniors Limited number of tickets available at the door on the days of the performances.

Santa Cruz Performing Arts (SCPA) is a nonprofit, charitable organization whose mission is to provide classes, programs, and events where individuals can develop skills in music, dance, and theater, thereby fostering self-esteem and an appreciation of the arts.

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each of the last eight Christmas seasons, and the LDS singers sponsored a community Messiah Sing last year.

There is no admission fee, but attendees are

is perhaps the most beloved choral work in the Christian canon. In an exciting collaboration, the combined choirs of Monte Vista Christian School in Watsonville and the Santa Cruz Stake Choir of the Church of

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Sunday, December 7 at 6 pm.

David Anthony Dehner, the Director of Vocal Arts at Monte Vista Christian School. They’ll be joined by several MVCS alumni who have degrees in vocal performance from various Bay Area colleges and universities or are currently enrolled in music studies. An orchestra comprised of professional musicians from the community will accompany the combined choir. LDS Choir Director,

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he SV Chapter of the Friends of the Library will be sponsoring a used book sale on Saturday, December 13 from 10-4 Library. The Friends will be selling gently

lead the bell choir performing prelude music beginning at 5:45 pm. lical text moves from Christ’s birth all the way through the the inspired piece appropriate at both Christmas and

used books in a variety of categories including Fiction, Non-Fiction, Children’s Books, Cookbooks, Crafts, We will also have DVDs, CDs and audio books. We have hundreds of books available and most will be under

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Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints came from Stake President Wilson Walch, the spiritual leader of seven Mormon congregations in Santa Cruz County. Walch’s daughter is one of four LDS students enrolled at Monte Vista Christian School and one of two who sing in the choir. Donald Scott, a counselor to President Walch, has had four of his children attend Monte Vista in years past.

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$5 dollars. These sales are extremely Funds raised at the book sale are used to support programs, promote literacy, and of course improve and maintain our lovely Scotts Valley Library.

Christmas Tree Trimming Event oin us for this family event and help to decorate the Museum’s Christmas tree the old-fashioned way by making ornaments, stringing popcorn and cranberries, making wreaths, and decorating cookies.

Create an ornament for your own tree, make a holiday table display, or fashion your own holiday treasure.

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Tree Trimming Sunday, Dec 7 from 12 - 4 pm Juice and cookies are provided. A Donation of $5 per family is appreciated San Lorenzo Valley Museum 12547 Highway 9 Boulder Creek Tel #: (831) 338www.slvmuseum.com

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Foundation Christmas Tree lot will open on Saturday November 29th. Conveniently located on Scotts Valley Drive at the corner of Disc Drive, the lot will be open 6 days a week. The lot will feature both Douglas Fir and Noble Fir trees from 3 feet to 8 feet in height, plus 22” wreaths. The

the Scotts Valley Public Schools. It is a great holiday tradition that supports local education.

Lot hours: Tues - Friday 3 – 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday Noon – 6 p.m.

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SVUSD to Enter Design Phase of Rebuilding SVMS with New Architect

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roposals for architect services submitted in response to the District’s

design the new Scotts Valley Middle School (SVMS) were received and reviewed. Cody, Anderson, Wasney Architects (CAW), a

sessions to study alternative housing.

Three types of housing are being considered: 1) “Phasing” — students remain on the current campus and are housed in portable buildings as new buildings are constructed. When a phase is com-

the District’s architect selection committee and approved by the Board on November agreement for architect services with CAW will be submitted to the Board of Trustees Next we will be convening an edularger design committee. An invitation to apply to participate in the design of the school will be announced during the month of December. More information will be posted on the SVMS and District websites as well as the District’s new community Facebook page at https://www.facebook.

District/383818915116717 and “like” the page to continue to receive updates when posted.

the construction phase. A committee of

convened. Over 50 parents volunteered and a drawing was held to appoint representatives from Vine Hill and Brook Knoll

Construction continues and as each classroom building is completed, 2) Rental of existing school facilities outside the boundaries of SVUSD — Two school campuses have been campus in Santa Cruz – the current

located in Boulder Creek and part of trict. Both campuses would require additional portable classrooms to house all of the SVMS students. Both campuses would require busing and travel time subject to the conditions of 3) Creating a school of portables within the SVUSD boundaries — a list of local properties were studied capable of housing the portable buildings required as well as parking and safe ingress/egress from the temporary

a great deal of experience with housing students in this manner at a future Board meeting.

Board Members will consider the information from the Alternative Housing Committee and architect prior to directing tions for buildings and related services. This is expected to be an agenda item in January 2015.

Progress Reports and Parent-Teacher Conferences Principal Mary Lonhart goes over the pros and cons of using Up Next lementary school parent- Shugart Park. teacher conferences will begin the parent support and the hard work by second week of December. High school our students are the foundation of our success. We remain “Together for Reminders cludes on December 19, 2014.

The new tutorial program initiated be closed December 22, 2014 – January at SVHS this year is showing promising results with better course grades posting 2, 2015 for Winter Break. Students will to date and fewer students at risk of resume classes and facilities will reopen failing one or more courses. Principal Monday, January 5, 2015. Although some Valerie Bariteau and Assistant Principal employees will be working during Winter Mike Hanson will be providing more information to the Board Members about will be closed to the public.

On behalf of our Board of Trustees and the tutorial program and the progress on the related Local Control Account- the Leadership Team, I want to take this ability Plan (LCAP) goals. High quality opportunity to extend to everyone our best instruction by talented and dedicated wishes for a Happy and Healthy Holiday instructional staff, with tremendous

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potentially feasible is Shugart Park committee, which is facilitated by Principal Mary Lonhart, Facilities Director Mike Smith and Superintendent Penny Weaver. The group has held three work

of Glenwood Drive.

Considerations with temporary housing include projected costs, preserving educational program, and the needs and wants of the school community. The committee has narrowed the possible housing scenarios to: 1) Creating a school of portables

of Trustees will hear this report at its regular meeting on December 9.

The report will include projected costs associated Principal Mary Lonhart (left) works with the SVMS Alternative Housing with each scenario studied Committee. With her are (from left) Dwain Christensen, Robert Forsythe, by the committee. The Board will also hear information Dave Crawford (hidden). Both Christensen and Forsythe will be pre- about “Phasing” from the senting information, with Neilsen, to the Board on December 9th.

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Business Profile

BAY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Where the Spirit of Giving And Community Service Lasts All Year Long

By Maggie Caldwell

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ay Federal Credit Union is Santa Cruz County’s largest locally owned

follows the credit union motto of “Not For Service is a big part of the friendly and well-trained work culture at Bay Federal: 100% of employees are deeply involved in raising money and volunteering time to support schools, community organiza“All of the events are employee-led,”

organizations and events they want to support, organize volunteer teams, and bring their families and friends to help out.” The Community Support Team a steering committee made up of volunteer employees, coordinate the 35-plus yearly spirit of giving has been ingrained in the Bay Federal culture for over two decades.

“When I started, 80% of our employees volunteered on a regular basis,” Birkhofer explained. She challenged the employees to reach 100% volunteerism – a goal they

reach out to us for help,” she said. “I’ve seen how giving back creates a sense of pride among our employees; They make me really proud.”

Bay Federal has received many awards and recognition for their level of service, both locally and statewide.

In 2010, Bay Federal Credit Union even Lady’s Medal of Service Award” as the State of California’s Small Business Volunteer Program of the Year.

Community Support Team presenting check to Easter Seals Camp Harmon, proceeds from our annual Silent Auction.

As a local credit union deeply involved Center where anyone can take self-guided power in keeping money local — it creates in the community, Bay Federal is perfectly modules and learn more about topics like a vibrant local economy.” positioned to respond to the distinctive Money Management, Credit Matters, The the recession hit, we were very quick to respond to the community’s needs. We needed to jump right in to help, and I was really proud of our team for taking quick action.”

Today, Bay Federal is expanding their mortgage lending, rolling our variable rate, low down payment, and programs to help borrowers stay in their homes if there’s a low income mobile home loans; those are unique to our community. It’s expensive to live here, and having this as a housing option has helped many people,” Birkhofer said.

Automobile loans are another area members. “We have a fulltime employee who works with local car dealers.

Having those local relationships, knowing the can refer our members to Because of their strong consumer focus, Bay rials for children, teens, and adults to learn to best manage their money. The Bay Federal Credit Union website (www.bayfed.

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of Investing.

“We want to help people live within their means,” explains Birkhofer, “If loaning you money doesn’t fall within our guidelines, we want to be able to tell you why and what you can do to improve your

“Keeping money in the local economy helps everyone,” said Birkhofer. Bay Federal discovered just how much as a sponsor in the Think Local First’s an experiment conducted every few years to discover the impact of keeping money in the local economy.

“Five people got one hundred dollar vouchers to spend any way they wanted as long as they kept the money local, she explained.

In the most recent race, that $500 generated over $8,700 in local business.

That’s a huge Carrie pointed out, “There’s huge

can become a member of Bay Federal Credit Union and have a vote in how the credit union is run as well as voting with their money to support the local economy. There are branches in Aptos, Ben Lomond, Capitola, Freedom, Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, and Watsonville and _(#) local ATMs plus a nationwide network of surcharge free ATMs Visit Bay Federal Credit Union online at www.bayfed.com or call them at 831-479-6000 for the address of the one nearest you or for more information.

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“Tumbleweed” from page 9 Collin is one of the most fun, personable, and sought after headliners

Winter Wonderland

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

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

comedy stand-up special on Showtime, and featured spot on Nickelodeon, and has been touring constantly 15 years. Collin, a former local central coast resident, comes back to perform locally for charity.

Come needing to laugh tonight, leave Santa Cruz-based singer-songwriter Bonny Getz inspires and delights by weaving myth, metaphor and magic into her songs. Heartfelt lyrics wrapped in vintage-country, modern-folk melodies embody Bonny’s signature style of hybridAmericana, delivered in soulful tones by this petite songstress.

Gracie’s Pet Food Pantry

Kuumbwa Jazz Center, Tuesday, December 2 from 7 to 10 p.m. for laughter and fun.

Eighteen years of age and older. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. To RSVP call 831233-8168 or gracies@graciespetfoodpantry@ gmail.com graciespetfoodpantry.org

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“Messiah” from page 16 Both Walch and Scott say they chose MVCS so their children would experience Christian teachings and values in the classroom. Dr. Dehner says he loves having LDS children enrolled at Monte Vista and that his main goal is to place the word of the Lord in the hearts of all the children he teaches.

More about David Anthony Dehner avid Anthony Dehner has been the chair of Fine and Performing Arts and Director of Vocal Arts at Monte Vista Christian School for 13 years.

For his work as a music educator, Dr. Dehner is one of 25 national semifinalists out of 5,000 nominations vying

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finalists in December and the winner will be announced on February 8th at the Grammy awards.

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

About 16 years ago, his mother had a vision that she had grandchildren from all around the world. When she first visited her son at Monte Vista Christian School and saw children of all colors and race in his program, she had.”

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Community Calendar

San Lorenzo Valley Community Calendar Sunday Dec 7

Children’s Christmas Tree Trimming

Ongoing Events

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Meetings daily. See our website for Hwy 9, Boulder Creek a current list of meeting times and locations: www.santacruzoa.org

Sunday December 14

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the 2014 Community Awards Dinner and Celebration. a delicious 3 course Italian feast including bruschetta, seasonal salad, choice of beef, seafood, chicken, or vegetarian entree, and tiramisu dessert prepared by The Chamber will be honoring: Woman of the Year munity Improvement Project Leader Man of the Year Brown - Historian, Author, San Lorenzo Valley Water District Director Organization of the Year Mountain Community Theater – Santa Cruz County’s longest continuously running community theater company Business of the Year Camp – 51 years in operation, serves thousands of visitors every year with tours along the

Mondays

Meal Solution Mondays

4:00pm-6:00pm, New Leaf Community Markets, 1210 41st Ave. Capitola (Also down town and at West side stores) et fresh ideas for easy-to-prepare,

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Leaf Community Markets culinary every Monday, ranging from meat dishes, to gluten-free, to vegan. Try a sample, get a recipe card, and learn tips for meal prep and leftovers.

Featured recipes are posted on the New Leaf Community blog at www.newleafcommunity.com.

Head to the Islands!

family members of people with Third Wednesdays Friends of Lesbians and Gays) Alzheimers 7:00pm-9:00pm, 900 High St. Meeting Schedule for the Wednesdays Facilitated by Francie First Congregational Church of SCWD2 Task Force Santa Cruz To learn more, call (831) 427-4016 7:00pm, Soquel Creek Water District Headquarters, 5180 Tuesdays Soquel Dr. Soquel MovementR eetings are open to the public Wednesdays and the location alternates Center, 1307 Seabright, Santa Cruz Toastmasters: between the City of Santa Cruz ome explore Feldrenkrais Speak for Success Awareness Through Move12:00pm-1:00pm, St. Philip’s the Soquel Creek Water District These classes will increase Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Headquarters.

Valley Drive, Scotts Valley.

Visit www.scwd2desal.org iving a business presenmoving as they heighten your for more info. tation? Interviewing for a self-awareness. First class is free Thursdays for new students. Pre-registration job? Improve your speaking skills in a friendly, supportive is required.

Capitola-Aptos Contact suzie@suzielundgren.

Rotary Club Meeting com or call (831) 332-7347 all levels.

12-1:30 p.m. at Seascape Golf Drop-ins welcome. For more Course.

WomenCARE Support Group information, call 831-335-3693. Contact Chuck at 831-462-6092 or e-mail charleswhitt@att.net for uesday Support Group is a more information. gathering for women with all TOPS

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Learn more by calling (831) Tuesdays, Thursdays 335-3510.

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Ocean Gate Zen Center Zazen Instructions

and 10% of Dinethe ontotalanysalesMonday go to a local non7:00pm, 920 41st Ave. Suite

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meeting/dinner reservations or information or visit www. cabrillohostlions.org.

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between fashion and style, how to up level your look and up level create a great look without

Santa Cruz will donate 10% of total sales to Second Harvest every Thursday night from 5-10

healthy 4 meals to people in need throughout Santa Cruz through

6:30-7:30pm at Teach by the Beach #50 Rancho Del Mar, Aptos agencies that Second Harvest For more information, call (831) support.

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Adoption/Child Welfare Orientation

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

For more information, call (831) 295-1939

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supports immunity, energy, sleep, mood, and the body’s ability to handle stress.

To learn more, call (831) 515-8699.

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third friday until June 5. Come join us, a group of diverse women, in stimulating discussions of ShakeFourth Thursdays each month speare’s plays. Guests are welcome.

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Friday Shakespeare Club 7:00pm, Firehouse on Soquel Dr. Aptos peakers helping speakers get gigs.

Call (831) 332-8221 for more information.

6:30-7:45 p.m., 3192 Glen Canyon Road, Scotts Valley in “Come As You Are Zen” at 9:00am. 6:00pm- 8:00pm 1400 Emeline the Bison Center and The Camp Big Book and OA Zazen instruction First Tues. of Recover Center Avenue room 206, Santa Cruz.

Literature Study each month at 6:30pm.

12 step program/support 1:00–2:00 p.m., Louden Nelson For more info. visit both group for friends and a foster and/or adoptive Community Center, Room 5, 301 families who have been affected oceangatezen.org and facebook. parent is to attend orientation.

Center Street, Santa Cruz by the addiction or drug The orientation is designed to problem of another. Nar-Anon First Tuesdays each month review the child welfare system and to give you a chance to have Second Thursdays each month members share their experience, Tail Wagging World strength and hope at a weekly your question answered by child Veterans of Foreign Wars of Dog Ownership meeting.

PROFILE of Santa Cruz 6:30 pm, 2259 7th Ave. Santa Park in lower lot and walk up 9:00am-12:30pm, 2045 40th Ave. 6:30pm at the Santa Cruz SPCA, To register to one of the meeting Cruz Clares St. Capitola 2685 Chanticleer Ave., Santa driveway and turn right at the sign. and for directions, please call Cruz (cross street is Soquel Ave.). 454-4687.

Helpline (888) 688-7834. Find the meetings.

For more information, call (831) meetings at www.nar-anon.org and it works. Last year it places 126 Second and Fourth Wednesdays 475-9804 of its members in jobs, and we can First Tuesdays and Nar-Anon help you too. Ongoing workshops Third Wednesdays each month Santa Cruz/ Monterey Bay Branch Second and Fourth Thursdays Loss of Spouse or Partner hat is co-dependency? will cover resume writing, comADHD Support Group Meetings Cabrillo Host Lions Club for Seniors Grief Group Orientations to Become What is enabling? What munication, and interview skills.

6:30-8:00pm Aptos Fire Station 7:00pm at the Cabrillo ComThrough Dec. 6 Advocates for Children is this insanity? Am I the on Soquel Dr. munity Center, Aptos Village 10:00-11:30 pm, Aegis of Aptos. at (831) 479-0393 or visit www. pen Support meetings only one who feels this way?

Park, 100 Aptos Creek Rd. n 8 week discussion group Tuesday of month (for location on second Wednesday. ublic is invited to all Join Nar-Anon, a world wide for seniors who have lost a details contact Danielle at 761Adult Only meetings on fourth programs.

Contact President fellowship of relatives and 2956 X102) South County, 5:30-7 Wednesday. spouse or partner.

Jess Allen 831-684-2721 or Past Mondays, Wednesdays, friends of addicts who have p.m., third Wednesday of the Please call (831) 430-3058 for Any Questions, contact Judy President Barbara Chambeen affected by someone else’s and Thursdays more information.

Brenis at (831) 818-9619. berlain at 831-688-3356 for Freedom Blvd.

Watsonville addiction. Three meetings are Co-dependents Anonymous ASA (Court Appointed Special now being held in Santa Cruz o-dependents Anonymous Advocates) needs volunteers, 3-5 is a 12-step group for people County, on Sundays, Tuesdays, who want healthy relationships hours per week, to provide support, and Thursdays. and self esteem. Weekly meetings guidance, and a powerful voice in For a meeting near you call are offered free of charge in Santa court for children who have been (888) 374-1164 or email removed from their homes because Cruz and Watsonville. saveyoursanity@aol.com Visit For a schedule and more information, go to www.coda.org welcome, men and bilingual folks California.html for more info. or e-mail gratefulcoda@gmail.com especially encouraged.

To RSVP call 761-2956 or call (831) 469-6096.

Heroes Breakfast Ext. 102, or email o you know a hero in the Danielle@casaofsantacruz.org community? Nominate Second and Fourth Mondays them to be celebrated at the First and Third Wednesdays Second Tuesdays each month Santa Cruz County Heroes Alzheimers Support Groups Free Job Seek Workshop!

Breakfast 2015. Visit www.

Monday: 2:00 - 3:30pm 6:00pm-7:00pm, Gateway Bible redcross.org/santacruz Wednesday: 5:30 – 7:00pm Church, 5000 Granite Creek Rd. Scotts Valley. For more inforLive Oak Senior Center, 1777-A a table at the 2015 Heroes Capitola Road, Santa Cruz.

Breakfast, please contact Jennifer acilitated by Jill Ginghofer, this Hall at Jennifer.Hall2@redcross.

PFLAG (Parents, Families, and group is for caregivers and org or 205.439.7819.

Street in Santa Cruz.

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

Surgical Center, 2900 Chanticleer Ave, Soquel Dr. Santa Cruz.

First and Third Fridays

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

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Scotts Valley Farmer’s Market

9a.m.-1p.m. SV Community Center, 360 Kings Village Drive www.santacruzfarmersmarket.org

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Church Bible Study/Worship

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Third Sunday of Every Month

Science Sunday

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

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Dated Events Saturday December 6

Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Tree Lighting Festival 12-6 p.m.

Scotts Valley Community Center 360 Kings Village Rd.

Thursday December 11 Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce Happy Hour Dinner 5:30-7 p.m.

Oak Tree Ristorante 5447 State Route 9, Felton

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Modern Square Dancing Class Second Sundays Each Month 7:00pm, German-American Hall Downtown Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, 230 Plymouth Antique Fair

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

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his is a night for true “Social Tango.” Order a wonderful meal from the Star Bene Tuesdays Argentine Menu, (or their well known italian menu), and enjoy BINGO 6:30 p.m. Santa Cruz Elks Lodge, the ambiance of Argentina and join us in a social tango dance 150 Jewell St. to music from the Golden Age osted by Soquel Sports Foundation. Buy-In $15. Full of Tango. snack bar available. First Tuesday Private instruction and classes of each month is special $25 buy in by arrangement. For more information, call Michael (831) 239-2247. www.soquelsports.com

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Peninsula Banjo Band

First Fridays each month

First Friday Art Tour

9:00am-4:00pm, Lincoln St.

decked out in a sea of lights, gliding through the Small Craft Harbor.

The parade is held rain or shine.

More info: www.santacruzharbor.

Vantiques and unique items. Come

Saturday Dec. 6

Downtown Holiday Parade a wide assortment of treasures including books and photographs, 10 a.m., participants begin vintage jewelry, clothing, glass and showing up at 8:30 a.m. ceramic collectibles, vintage hawaiian he annual event showcases a kitsch, turquoise, original artwork, number of community groups and organizations in a parade that For more info, please contact us at (831) 476-6940 or visit us on Facebook. in downtown Santa Cruz. Get your

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he Symphony League of Santa erald the season with this Santa Cruz tradition presented by the Cabrillo Symphonic home tour Saturday and Sunday.

Chorus. The concerts include sing-alongs, choral masterworks seasonally decorated homes plus and season selections.

he First Friday Art Tour is a Santa Cruz Institute Friday Dec. 5 of Contemporary Arts event, managed in conjunction with the participating art venues. The Kuleto’s, located in San Francisco’s event takes place year-round and illuminates some of the most historic Ghiradelli Square ity Youth Now Invites you to talented local artists from local No cover. end 2014 feeling and looking galleries.

Contact Lee McLaughlin, Booking Spectacular at the Holiday Party Agent, at 408-993-BAND (2263) fundraiser. Get ready to taste some in a First Friday art tour, visit for information about booking of the swankiest cocktails and hors d’oeurves sourced directly from local galleries are open 12-9 pm for Bay Area ranches, farms and wineries. (donations are tax deductible).

Dance the night away to live music First Friday viewings.) www.PeninsulaBanjoBand.org and enjoy special guess DJ CAMS - SF Magazine’s star of “Best of the Second Fridays each month Thursdays Bay Area” 2014, 2013, 2012, and Big Band Dance Lucky Steppers Modern 2010. Buy your tickets for a chance 7:30pm-10:00pm, at Mid-County Square Dance enjoying spectacular city views of 6:30 pm, German American Hall, Senior Center 829 Bay Ave, the bay from the gorgeous Bayview Capitola 230 Plymouth St. Santa Cruz allroom dancing to live For more info: www.cityymusic by The 10th Ave. Band. event is family friendly. Classes call (415) 753-7576 atmosphere, free parking. Open to through Jan 29 are free. Teacher Don Benson Saturday Dec. 6 For more information, contact Sue Suggested donation, $6 per Lighted Boat Parade or Don at (831) 72-7053 or e-mail For more information, call (831) lways a holiday favorite the at caller4u@att.net. parade features up to 50 boats, 476-4711.

7:00 - 8:30 p.m., Harry’s Hofbrau, 390 Saratoga Ave, San Jose orty-seven years of performing in the Bay Area, over 250 popular tunes.

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or a holiday concert of a different type, check out longtime Santa Cruz favorites Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks, who will be performing at a Kuumwa Jazz dinner show. The evening promises a little bit of country blues, a little bit of guitar swing, and a lot of fun. www.kuumbwajazz.org

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he time honored holiday tradition, “The Nutcracker,” returns

performances over three days. “The Nutcracker” is presented by Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre, a pre-professional ballet company now in its 32nd year. www.scbt.org

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

It’s time to set aside your worries as the month begins. Understand what each one means to you, but now is the time to relax, work out and de-stress. Next step is to cut back on the material and emotional things that might be causing you stress. Full closet? Sort it out and As the new year approaches, review decisions made early in the month and move forward

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb. 18) As the month moves on, make sure you give your work the focus it requires. Charity is been, and what lessons it has taught you.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)

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

Take a relaxing bath, enjoy a favorite book — take care of yourself for a while. As you recover its time to ensure people around you know what you need to move into the new year with peace of mind and spirit.

Aries (March 21-April 20)

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

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

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

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

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

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

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

Cancer (June 22-July 22)

Your daily routine is being tested as the month begins. Having trouble at work? Social obliga-

and make sure you let them know how you feel. As December 25 approaches, let yourself be

Leo (July 23-Aug. 23)

Learning is what keeps you going, and as the month begins you’ll have ample opportunity — learning, possibly with someone new in your life who’s just as interested as you. As you move through the month, it may be time to shake up your health routine before the holidays — a new you look into what would be best for you. A new, wise, experienced voice that comes to you after Christmas is worth listening to, so don’t let your ego get in the way.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sep. 22)

Sometimes your willingness to be there for your friends and colleagues can interfere with your personal health and wellbeing. It’s alright to be generous, but make sure you don’t ignore your own needs, and be sure your generosity is not being wasted on those who don’t appreGetting organized before the holidays should make them less stressful. Take risks that could lead to great reward as you get ready for the new year.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct. 23)

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

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

You’ve been planning your new health regimen for a while; what better time to start than to shake things up this close to the new year. However, temptation to let your routine slide through the holidays is strong and needs to be resisted. Your ego is trying to get the better of your judgment in the middle of the month, don’t give in to your impulses. You are feeling great

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) that trail, ride your bike, hit the courts. Whatever you’re in the mood for, don’t let the weather inner peace, which will fuel your energy and enthusiasm for the rest of the month’s activities.

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

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News from the Fifth District

By Bruce McPherson, Fifth District Supervisor

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he troubled Lompico Water District, plagued by failing

closer to a merger with San Lorenzo Valley District.

The large step was taken when the Board of Supervisors last week voted unanimously to form a Community Facilities District and call a in bonds to repair and upgrade the deteriorated Lompico water system infrastructure. The next and most important step will be for Lompico voters to approve the deal. That decision will be made through an allmail ballot.

The mail ballots will be sent out in January and they would be due approximately 30 days later in February. It will take a two-thirds pass the bond. If the bond passes and the other conditions are met, then the merger will take place. If the bond fails, the whole proposal is dead.

The small 500-customer district has struggled for years with declining wells, inconsistent creek levels, mismanagement and water quality problems. The cost of operating a small water district has also been steadily rising.

Since January, when Lompico was deemed by the state public health department as being in danger of running out of water within four months, an emergency pipeline, paid by state funds, was constructed requirements.

When Lompico’s strongest well temporarily failed in July, the district bought water from San Lorenzo Valley via the pipeline, averting a crisis.

However, the emergency pipeline does not solve Lompico’s long-term water supply and

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for unplanned repairs and capital improvements. The system has not been maintained as it should, and the community is looking at major expenses ahead in replacements and repairs, such as replacement of water storage tanks.

I join with the many customers who understand that the most economical and practical answer for a long-term solution is to consolidate with neighboring San Lorenzo Valley water district.

When I was elected two years ago, helping Lompico Water District was at the top of my agenda. At my request, the County committed resources and expertise to explore the options to bring stability to the water company. This working group consisted of representatives of the San Lorenzo Valley and Lompico water districts, the County Administrative

crafted would dissolve Lompico water and annex it to San Lorenzo Valley Water District, with certain conditions.

Those conditions are important. and San Lorenzo Water agreed that Lompico’s facilities would need to be upgraded and paid for by Lompico customers.

Formation of the Community Facilities District allows $2.75 million of bonds to be sold to pay for the improvements, which include replacing six redwood storage tanks, installing a treatment system at Mill Creek, replacing about 333 existing services lines and 500 meters and completing the

interconnection between Lompico and San Lorenzo Valley systems.

Another condition of the merger is that upon distribution of the bond proceeds, San Lorenzo Water District establish a citizens’ bond oversight water customers to review expenditure of the bond proceeds on Lompico residents have already indicated that they favor the merge with election of two pro-merger candidates were elected to the Lompico water board.

The picture of what could happen if the merger doesn’t take place, and Lompico remains as an independent water district, is not pretty. The district would need to rebuild the infrastructure, hire a general manager, and establish a reserve fund for emergencies. The current water rates, already among the highest in the county, would have to be increased by more than 60 percent. Without such a rate increase, it is likely that the water company would either go into bankruptcy or court receivership. additional legal and administrative costs, with Lompico customers eventually paying for infrastructure improvements.

I trust that Lompico voters will vote in their best interest and approve the merger.

SPCA Featured Pet

“Nutcracker” from page 8 “Sweet Treats” ticket holders will receive a backstage tour, meet, greet and photo opportunities with their favorite Nutcracker characters, a scrumptious very own Nutcracker inspired ornament.

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

The Nutcracker Friday, Dec 19 - 8 p.m.

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Noah Has Ark-Sized Love

is favorite thing to do at the Santa Cruz SPCA is perch in the tree that happens to have grown right inside the doggy play yard. Noah, a leggy two-year-old Maltese mix, loves the higher vantage point so he can see all of the coming

him plenty of attention but no one has decided to bring him home.

You’ll never see Noah without a smile on his face. It seems his world is stray. He’s always up for an adventure and seems to respond with excitement and enthusiasm when meeting new people, new dogs, and new environments. This sweet boy is an active and athletic dog who will need a fair amount of exercise, however, once he’s had the chance to run and play, he’s all snuggles and will fold Noah is around 15 pounds and being a Maltese mix has hair instead of fur so he will not shed but will require regular trips to the groomer. He would be a great

If you would like to help animals like Noah and his orphaned friends, please consider donating to the Santa Cruz SPCA. The Santa Cruz SPCA is a 501c3 charitable organization and receives no government funding, relying solely on public donations

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For more information call the Santa Cruz SPCA at 465-5000, or visit www.santacruzspca.org. The SPCA is located at 2685 Chanticleer Avenue in Santa Cruz, CA 95065 and is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 p.m.

starring Melody Mennite Walsh starring Melody Mennite Walsh SC Civic Auditorium 307 Church Street, Downtown Santa Cruz Tickets: $10 - $55.

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

Guest Performers Melody Mennite Walsh began ballet training in Santa Cruz at The Studio School of Classical Ballet and danced with Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre. She studied on full scholarship

Peasant Pas de Deux and Zulma in Giselle Kelley. She graduated to traineeships with Ballet. Lauryn has danced with Sacramento Ballet since 2010.

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

Gabriel Williams grew up in Santa Cruz where he trained at The Studio School of Classical Ballet, and at No Limits Dance and Performing Arts. He was a member of Milwaukee Ballet II for two years, then went on to dance soloist and principal roles with Oakland Ballet, New York Theatre Ballet, Madison Ballet, Black Trey McIntyre Project.

Maestro Pamela Martin comes to Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre with many years of experience working with orchestras and dance ductor for Ballet San Jose (formerly Cleveland Ballet) where she conducted Swan Lake, Coppelia, and The Nutcracker. organization dedicated to inspiring the community and creating opportunities for young artists through the advancement of the art of ballet. Co-Artistic Directors Robert Kelley and Diane Cypher have many years of experience as professional dancers, instructors, choreog-

social skills, they help build leaders in our dancers. Dancers are chosen by open audition annually in August.

and with Suzanne Farrell at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. In 2001, Melody joined Houston Ballet as an apprentice.

She was promoted to Soloist in 2005 and to Principal Dancer in 2008. In 2007, Melody was featured on the cover of Dance Magazine as one of their annual 25-to-Watch. is from Santa Cruz where her training focusing on classical ballet at The Studio School of Classical Ballet with Diane Cypher

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