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Features 12 22 Fifty years of Fitzgerald 38 April showers bring May... kittens From market to bowl HMB recipe developer invites readers into her kitchen to prepare a healthy meal BY EMILY STOFFEL
May 11 celebration marks 50th anniversary of the reserve BY ALEX ORLANDO
Spring brings need for volunteers to care for cats BY CAROL HUNTER
Departments Editor’s Note 6 Upcoming 8 Flashback 10 SeniorLifestyles 32 CoastsideCanine 50 CoastalGarden 52 RealEstate 54
On the cover and above: Food and lifestyle blogger Emily Stoffel takes full advantage of the local farners market to prepare healthy meals at home. Photos by Kyle Ludowitz. 4
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Local farm to your table
y first encounter with something like a farmers market came in about 1970. My family lived in the San Fernando Valley in Southern California, a place that was vastly different back then. There was a guy there we knew only as Juan. He had a field of several acres and what I remember most was the corn he planted. One day he pulled back the husk and gave me an ear right then and there. “Go on,” he said, “take a bite.” As a child, I had never had an ear of corn unless it had been boiled and slathered in butter with salt and pepper. It never occurred to me that you could just eat these things right out of the ground. Well, I can hear the crunch in my mind now. The sugary kernels burst in my mouth and juice ran down my chin. And I was hooked. (The other thing I remember about Juan’s was that there was a basket for customers to leave money — whatever they thought appropriate — while he worked in the field.) It wasn’t until much later that farmers markets grew like row crops seemingly in every city and suburb across America. For the first time, many of us met actual food producers and tried vegetables we’d never previously encountered. And the taste! If you have been raised on canned green beans and wilting lettuce from some urban grocery store, this farm-fresh stuff is nothing short of a revelation. So is the work of Half Moon Bay resident Emily Stoffel. She is a food blogger, recipe developer, brand consultant, wife and mother. Recently, she and I talked about how we might merge her work with ours. I asked if we could follow her on a Saturday trip to the Coastside Farmers Market and capture her creativity as she made something delicious with her basketful of locally produced goodies. Today, we’re proud to show you the results. We hope it’s inspiration for your own farmers market foray. It’s open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday until December at Shoreline Station. — Clay Lambert
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Oakland-based rapper Zumbi performs as Zion I, which has produced dozens of albums and collaborations through the years. The bill includes Coastside rapper Lil MC. WHEN: 9 p.m. May 11 WHERE: 460 Capistrano Road, Princeton MORE INFO: oplhmb.com
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The Coastside Community Orchestra is planning its annual spring concert around some short compositions that deserve another listen. WHEN: 7 p.m., May 4 WHERE: Coastside Lutheran Church, 900 N. Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay MORE INFO: visithalfmoonbay.org.
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Flashback
Spanishtown Dons take national stage By Dave Cresson
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he Spanishtown Dons, a precision marching drill team, brought national attention to Half Moon Bay in the 1950s. Appearing in parades and festivals all around the country, they went on network television, appearing on “The Ed Sullivan Show” and “You Asked For It.” The Dons even posed on the steps of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., and were saluted by congressmen, including California’s J. Arthur Younger, and Vice President Richard Nixon. Manuel “Manny” Sousa, the Spanishtown Dons’ “El Capitán” and drillmaster who learned about drill teams as a drill instructor in the U.S. Navy during World War II, formed the group in 1947. After the group performed in Half Moon Bay’s Portuguese Chamarita Festival, word of its skill began to spread around California and beyond. After a few years, in 1950, they were invited to the national drill team championships, which were held in Milwaukee, Wisc., at the annual Festival of Music. On the Dons’ first attempt, members came away with the first-place trophy! After that, they won the national title every year they competed. Drill teams are a joy to watch. In perfect step, they march and stop, turn and twist through different formations until members finish with a grand bow. The beat of their feet, the sound of the shouted commands (in Spanish, by the Dons), and the sight of their kaleidoscopic patterns is amazing. Whereas Manny Sousa was of Portuguese descent, the group’s name, “Spanishtown Dons,” reflected the Hispanic roots of old Half Moon Bay. In the 1800s, the community was called “Spanishtown” because of its largely Mexican
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population. The word “Dons” refers to “men of distinction and honor.” The uniforms had the look of the formal wear of Spanish vaqueros, with an ornate military flair. For its 10 years of existence, the Dons men’s drill team usually consisted of 15 to 23 men marching, along with flag bearers, two banner carriers, and a high-kicking, talented majorette. Occasionally, they would do performances with a four-man group. The drillmaster was always Sousa, often supported by Assistant Drillmaster Bob Edwards. The physical and mental demands were extreme. The commitment was intense. Over its nine years of performing together, the many men and women became like family. Managing, outfitting and transporting such a large group became quite expensive. Prize money
and sponsorships were modest. The group couldn’t readily muster donations to support the high costs. The Spanishtown Dons ended, in part, because the group could no longer manage the expense of its success. The Dons agreed to retire, on top, in 1956, with a grand celebration at the San Mateo County Fairgrounds, with 3,000 admirers in attendance. Dignitaries made proclamations and speeches, and various other marching groups performed. The night ended with a final performance by the Dons. Members took their familiar bow, while removing their hats with a flourish, their familiar closing, “Hat Salute.” Then, Sousa was heard to quietly say, “That’s it.” Information and images were provided by Mary Ann and Tim Mantoani, children and grandchildren of Manny Sousa, Bob Edwards, Nick Carter, Tony Canadas and others. I’m looking forward to looking back. Dave Cresson is founder and past president of the Half Moon Bay History Association.
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By Emily Stoffel Photos by Kyle Ludowitz
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e were about halfway through the school year when I was appointed “Child of the Week” in my kindergarten class. As was the tradition, a grand tapestry of colored butcher paper was hung in my honor, featuring a classically toothless school portrait in the center, surrounded by myriad riveting facts. My Middle Name. (Fong.) My Favorite Color. (Green.) And perhaps most enlightening, My Favorite Place To Go. Where the other children who held the throne before me chose Disneyland or Lake Tahoe, I swiftly responded with what I knew in my heart to be true: The Grocery Store. Never was a story more telling. Shortly after my historic reign, I began joining my mom on her Sunday jaunt to not only The Grocery Store but the (now rather famous) early morning produce market under the freeway in the heart of Sacramento. It was awash with the fragrance of herbs stacked as high as my head — pungent purple basil, snake-like garlic scapes — and the beckoning nectar of juicy stone fruits, the rumbling highway overhead a strangely enchanting soundtrack for our weekly ritual. For a young girl with a decidedly black thumb, the verdant, bustling market was a reminder that all things are possible. Today, our hometown Coastside Farmers Market is equally intoxicating — and, since my thumb remains as black as ever, it falls upon our Saturday market haul to bring the bounty of the Coastside’s revered soil to our dinner table. Joined nowadays by my husband and our young daughter, it continues to be a family affair — and the inspiration for many of our weeknight meals. One look in our fridge, and you’ll almost always find veggies ready for a quick roast or broil, a carton of pastureraised eggs, and myriad mason jars filled with pestos, herb oils and dressings. Combined with a substantial base (often times a whole grain, but in this case equally generous smears of creamy hummus and labneh), these building blocks make up the majority of our quick suppers. Meals like this, in which the key ingredients really need
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Locals shop the Coastside Farmers Market on Saturdays mornings from April to December.
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The market is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays in Shoreline Station, near the intersection of Highway 1 and Kelly Avenue in Half Moon Bay.
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Emily Stoffel is a recipe developer, food photographer and author of the popular food and lifestyle blog, “The Pig & Quill” (www. thepigandquill.com). Just as importantly to us, she and her family now live in Half Moon Bay. We were wowed by her blog and the way she shares seasonal, accessible recipes inspired by both her mixed-heritage and her life on the Northern California Coast. So, we asked her for a favor. We told her we’d pay for ingredients if she would take a trip to the Coastside Farmers Market and allow us to watch as she created something special with the seasonal ingredients available at the weekly market. This is the
delicious result, complete with recipes so you can re-create it at home. If you like what you see, you can contact Stoffel on Instagram (@thepigandquill), Pinterest (@thepigandquill), Facebook (/ThePigandQuill) and Twitter (@thepigandquill).
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Lifestyle blogger and recipe developer Emily Stoffel, with a little assistance from daughter Lana, shows how to turn fresh produce from the farmers market into a colorful, delicious and healthy meal.
At left, the final results of bringing home the Coastside's freshest ingredients. Photo courtesy of Emily Stoffel.
very little accessorizing at all, are appealing in so many ways. They’re customizable. Seasonally adaptable. In a household with children who may fault you for food groups that threaten to get a little too fresh with each other (the nerve!), they’re easily deconstructed into perfectly platonic components. And, in the ongoing tale of this Child of the Week, they might just be My Favorite Thing to Eat. HALF MOON BAY
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FARMERS MARKET BOWLS The beauty of this bowl lies in the components, each of which is a celebration of the season’s best ingredients. Make one or make them all, as shown in the assembled dish here. It’s hard to go wrong with produce like this. Notes: 1. Labneh, or strained yogurt cheese, is available at many grocery stores or specialty markets. If you can’t find it, whole milk Greek yogurt will work in a pinch. 2. Whenever salt is called for below, I prefer Himalayan pink salt or sea salt.
Juice of two lemons 3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika 2-4 tablespoons water
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Crispy broiled Brussels sprouts
Smoky beet hummus (recipe below) Crispy broiled Brussels sprouts (recipe below) Curried carrot “pickles” (recipe below) Citrus herb oil (recipe below) Minted pistachio dukkah (recipe below) 8 ounces labneh 4 large pasture-raised eggs 1 large watermelon radish (or daikon, or both!), thinly sliced Fry eggs to desired doneness. Spread a thick layer of labneh across half of the bottom of each of four shallow bowls. Spread a layer of hummus across the other half. Top each bowl with the crispy Brussels sprouts, pickled carrots, fried egg and radishes. Drizzle with citrus herb oil and garnish with dukkah. Enjoy!
Smoky Beet Hummus
Sweet, smoky and fiercely hued, this hummus is impossibly creamy and the perfect base for a rainbow of seasonal produce. The beets can be roasted up to 3 days in advance. Once prepared, store hummus in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. 2 medium beets, scrubbed well and quartered (no need to peel) Extra-virgin olive oil 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup tahini 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more, to taste) 1 clove garlic 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
Preheat oven to 425F. Toss beets liberally with olive oil and arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 35-45 mins, or until tender. Set aside to cool. Combine all ingredients except water in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time if needed to reach a thick, creamy consistency. Taste, and add more salt if desired.
1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved extra-virgin olive oil salt
Preheat broiler and position oven rack in the top third of the oven. Toss Brussels sprouts generously with olive oil and salt and arrange in a single layer on rimmed baking sheet. Broil for 3-4 mins, until bright green and deeply browned in places. Toss and broil an additional 2 mins or until just charred.
Curried carrot “pickles”
Citrus herb oil
Cooling dill and mint combine forces in this bright, refreshing oil, but dill and parsley -- or even parsley, alone, if you’re short on herbs -- make for an equally tasty substitute. 1 small bunch dill, trimmed of tough stems 1 small bunch mint, picked from stems juice of 1 tangerine 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until fully combined, at least 1 minute, stopping to scrape bits down the sides with a rubber spatula as needed. Use immediately, or transfer to an airtight jar and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. (Oil will solidify in the fridge but return to liquid at room temperature.)
Minted Pistachio Dukkah
This savory mix of fresh herbs and salty ground pistachios brings texture and flavor to almost any side dish. Use it as a topping for roasted or steamed veggies, eggs, or broiled fish.
Something between a pickle and a slaw, these delicate strands of carrots tangled in a sweet-tart dressing bring much needed acidity to the bowl assembled here, but they’re equally at home in a tossed salad or piled high atop avocado toast. They’re best enjoyed shortly after they’re prepared.
2 tablespoons very finely chopped roasted, salted pistachios 2 tablespoons finely chopped mint 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (black and/or white) generous pinch salt
1 small bunch (about 6) carrots 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey ¼ teaspoon sweet curry powder ¼ teaspoon salt
Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Use immediately.
Trim tops from carrots. Using a vegetable peeler, shave carrots into ribbons. (Alternatively, use a spiral tool to shred into ribbons.) Set aside. In the bottom of a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, curry powder and salt. Add carrots and gently toss to coat.
Now, make it your own. We love these bowls for their sheer versatility. For the serious carnivore, add simply grilled chicken or sliced steak. Those avoiding dairy can skip the labneh and double up on the hummus. Take it a step further and omit the egg for a vegan version. Quite literally, there is a bowl for everybody. — Emily Stoffel
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San Mateo County Parks Ranger Robert Cala shares a photo that he took of a seal at the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve.
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FIFTY YEARS OF
Fitzgerald A LOOK BACK AT THE RESERVE’S HALFCENTURY HISTORY By Alex Orlando Photos by Kyle Ludowitz and Robert Cala
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Harbor seals use parts of the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve for breeding. Photo courtesy of Robert Cala.
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The tide pools and reefs within the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve have long piqued the interest of marine biologists and preservationists. Around 1908, when the Ocean Shore Railroad was extended into the area, Moss Beach was a resort destination, attracting biologists and teachers collecting invertebrates from the tide pools. But, over time, the reserve’s popularity led to the depletion of many of its resources. In 1969, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, led by James V. Fitzgerald, for whom the reserve was named, passed a bill officially designating the Moss Beach tide pool area as a reserve. There was vocal opposition to Fitzgerald’s reserve status, largely from sport fishing and scuba diving associations. But at the behest of a group of teachers, scientists and local residents, the bill was passed by the state’s Legislature. From that day forward, the Moss Beach tide pools became known as the James V. Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. “The reserve has been a collaboration from day one,” said Tom Ciotti, president of the Friends of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, a nonprofit organization of volunteers who provide tours of the reserve’s tide pools alongside other educational programs. “When the reserve was first set up, the neighbors were very involved. They were the ones who lobbied the county to buy the property as a park.” This year, the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve is honoring its 50 years of stewardship with the San Mateo County Parks Department and the Friends of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. In March, parks officials and Fitzgerald volunteers led participants on a series of nature walks, taking a closer look at the reserve’s geologic, natural and human history. On May 11, the reserve will officially celebrate its anniversary. The organizations that have fostered stewardship, education and research at the reserve over the past half-century will give presentations at the celebration. “It’s going to be really interactive,” said Cala. “We have invites out to everybody who plays a role as stewards on our coastline. It’s going to be a great day for a meet-and-greet. The idea behind this event is so that people can actually talk to each other. That makes everything more effective for everybody.” “We’d like to get some ideas for other things we can do together, going forward,” added Ciotti. “There’s going to be a lot of brainpower at this event.” But the future of the reserve itself, continued Ciotti, is not set in stone. He hopes the May 11 gathering can serve as a springboard to address issues like the incremental creep of coastal erosion and climate change. Last year, San Mateo County released an assessment of the region’s vulnerability to sea level rise. It determined that the reserve’s rocky intertidal pools are highly sensitive to coastal erosion, which is compounded by other factors like invasive species and pollution.
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San Mateo County will commemorate 50 years of preserving Fitzgerald Marine Reserve with an event on May 11. The meet-and-greet runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the reserve, 200 Nevada St., Moss Beach. Participation is limited to the first 600 people to register. Parking will be at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 475 California Ave., Moss Beach. Learn more at parks. smcgov.org/fmr-50.
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Top, an orange bat star; below, a sea star and bat star together. Examples of sea life that can be observed in the tide pools at Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. Photos courtesy of Robert Cala.
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Beyond that, coastal erosion may chip away at the sandy beaches where the seals haul themselves ashore each year. “The prognosis for this place is not good,” added Ciotti. Regardless of what the next 50 years may bring, Ciotti cherishes his role as one of the stewards behind the Fitzgerald Marine Reserve. As the harbor seals lounged on the beach and sculpin, a bottom-dwelling fish, darted across the tide pools, he reflected on the meaning that the reserve holds for its visitors. “We have kids who came on tours here,” said Ciotti. “And if we’re out here the next week and see the same kids, they’re with their parents. They’ll bring them out here because they love it so much. “It is infectious,” he added. “It can really be magical. People are amazed by the things they see.” HALF MOON BAY
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Memorial Day 2019 Join us to pay tribute to the men and women who served and sacrificed for our country. Skylawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park Monday, May 27, 2019 Program begins at 11:00 a.m.
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Home Helpers provides in-home care to seniors and people dealing with long term illness who need some extra help with activities of daily living. We employ professional caregivers who are bonded and trained by us. Our services include companionship, meal preparation, bathing and dressing assistance, light housekeeping,and transportation to appointments or errands. Services are provided from 4 hours up to 24 hours per day. We are based in Half Moon Bay and serve all of San Mateo County. Home Helpers (650) 532-3122 www.homehelpershomecare.com/sanmateo homehelperssanmateo@homehelpershomecare.com
Coastside Adult Day Health Center
The center offers a daily program of health care services and activities managed by a team of professionals. With compassion and professionalism, CADHC offers individualized person centered care that includes: Nursing, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapies, Social Services, A Memory Enhancement Program, Stimulating Activities, Respite and Support Groups, Nutrition and a Hot Meal, Door to Door Transportation, Information and Referral, along with Tender Loving Care. Our mission is to keep people as healthy, active, and independent as possible when advancing age or physical/mental conditions call for more care and attention. CADHC Janie James (650) 726-5067 www.coastsideadultdayhealth.org cadhc@coastside.net
Pacific Oaks Memory Care Our family watches over yours The Reyes family has been involved in senior living for more than 30 years. The second generation is now creating unique specialized communities for seniors throughout northern California. Our family and our team members work to provide safe, engaging, comfortable communities. Experienced and Supportive We understand that not one care plan fits all. Daily services are tailored to the needs of the individual. Our goal is to provide the most affirmative, engaging environment with plenty of fresh air and human contact. We are a team of highly motivated, caring individuals Companionship is key to a trusted relationship with our caregivers. We not only strive to help our residents with everyday tasks but we want to develop a caring, trusted relationship that provides a higher level of comfort for both our
Village of the Coastside
There are more than 10,000 Coastsiders over the age of 50 navigating life's transitions. These changes can be difficult, especially if faced alone. We are more likely to stay in charge of our lives as we age when we are part of a supportive community. At Village of the Coastside we offer the opportunity to share challenges, wisdom and resources to age on our own terms. We believe a better experience of aging is possible when we can grow with and rely on each other. We come together to provide social, learning and cultural activities to develop connections and fresh ideas to improve the process of aging through mutual reliance, creating new possibilities for what's next as we age. Through Member Plus, service volunteers provide help with medical appointments, transportation on the Coastside, home repairs, and technical challenges. "I see VOTC as an association of people who have values in common, and it offers the opportunity to learn, to serve and to be an example for others." — Shirley Village of the Coastside (650) 440-5030 www.villageofthecoastside.org
The Village of the Coastside is a community of active older adults who share activities, skills and support to navigate the challenges and opportunities of aging. Members can participate in social, cultural, fitness and informational events, dining out, conversations, and much more. We connect in a space for learning, laughter and courage as we take on the future together. Need a little assistance? Our Members Plus program provides volunteers to help out with transportation, errands, or household upkeep. JOIN US. VOLUNTEER. DONATE. LEARN MORE. www.villageofthecoastside.org Facebook.com/villageofthecoastside (650) 440-5030
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Memorial Day 2019 at Skylawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park. Situated at the crest of the Montara mountain range with panoramic views of San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean, Skylawn Memorial Park is a beautiful setting in which to honor the lives and dedication of our fallen heroes. Skylawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park will host their 9th annual Memorial Day Service beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 27. The free event will feature an address by Half Moon Bay Mayor Harvey Rarback as well as a military tribute and honor guard, a dove release and a free concert by the West Coast Ramblers. A complimentary all-American hot dog and potato salad lunch will also be provided. Please Join us at Skylawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park to pay tribute to the men and women who served and sacrificed for our country. For more information call 650.288.0477 or visit www.skylawn.com Skylawn Funeral Home & Memorial Park Richard McCown (650) 376-5061 Hwy 92 at Skyline Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94402
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The best kept secret on the Coast! Nestled among cypress trees in a quiet neighborhood, Cedar Lane is located in the peaceful town of Montara near Half Moon Bay. We are well known for our warm hearted care and holistic approach to nutrition for our Residents. Cedar Lane is family-owned and operated. We pride ourselves on our home-like, non-institutional setting. Among other amenities, our residents enjoy comfy bedrooms, a sunny deck and lovely garden. We believe in nurturing the bodies, minds, and spirits of those who live with us. Unlike large communities where individual residents can be forgotten or very small ones, where scant attention may be paid to the importance of socialization, we offer a rich assortment of daily activities-delivered with warmth and care. Cedar Lane also provides a healthy and delicious Resident menu program. Our meals are prepared from scratch daily. Most of Cedar Lane’s Residents learned about us through word of mouth. Come see why our Resident families prefer Cedar Lane. Cedar Lane Care Home 650-728-3132 924 Cedar Street Montara, CA 94037 www.cedarlanecare.com
Sterling Court
Since 1990, locally owned and operated, Sterling Court is a full service, active, independent retirement community. We are located just two blocks from downtown Burlingame and only a short drive from Half Moon Bay. We offer apartment rentals with a rare combination of independence, security and comfort. All apartments are available on a monthly basis, which makes moving in easy. No purchase, buy-in or long term contracts are ever required. Relax in our spacious, elegant and newly renovated common areas. Enjoy twice-weekly social hours with a wide variety of entertainment and a rich and varied activity program that offers much to do. Our chef-prepared gourmet meals, peaceful courtyard with friendly and professional staff create a warm and personal environment. One visit and you will see the Sterling Court difference! We invite you to drop in for a brief tour, to join us for lunch, dinner or any of our next exciting events. The Community for Seniors. Sterling Court (650) 344-8200 850 N. El Camino Real, San Mateo www.sterlingcourt.com
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San Carlos Elms is a non-profit, locally owned and operated, senior living community offering the finest in senior living services including: Independent, Assisted Living, Respite Stay, Memory Care, and Hospice. The beautiful surroundings of the San Carlos Elms senior living community are complemented by high quality personalized care and a dedicated staff. The Elms is within walking distance of charming downtown shops and restaurants, as well as churches, the library and Adult Community Center. The Elms requires no lease and has month-to-month rentals of 89 private studios, one and two bedroom apartments. San Carlos Elms (650) 595-1500 707 Elm Street, San Carlos www.sancarloselms.com
Senior Coastsiders
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For 40 years, Senior Coastsiders has been providing seniors on the San Mateo Coastside with opportunities, support and resources for successful aging. We can help older adults adjust and cope with different challenges they and their families are facing and assess clients to determine their unique needs. We will also act as an advocate for clients on issues that support their well being. Some services and resources Senior Coastsiders can connect people with include: Meals On wheels; Housing; Info and Assistance; Transportation; Caregiving; Health Ins; Medical/Medicare/Veterans benefit programs; Medical Equipment; Food Resources; Housing: Independent, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing; Social Security; Benefit Programs; Legal Aid. We offer a wide range of activities and classes, providing great opportunities for coastside seniors to get fit, have fun, share ideas, learn a skill and make new friends. Senior Coastsiders 650-726-9056 925 Main Street, Half Moon Bay CA 94019 www.seniorcoastsiders.org
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Providing opportunities, support, and resources for successful aging.
Where to take the For over 40 years, Senior Coastsiders has helped ensure that older adults receive the support and resources they need to age successfully and independently. This means different things to different people, and we provide it all.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO FOSTER YOUNG CATS
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hree tiny kittens snuggle under their mother’s calico fur, nestled in warm blankets in their foster home in Pacifica. Only a few weeks ago their mother was a stray, living on the lam by her wits and hunting skills. Now, thanks to volunteers, she is safe. Her babies will receive medical care and may be adopted by loving homes. These babies may be the first litter of the season in need of a helping hand, but they won’t be the last. Springtime is kitten time, and local animal shelters and rescue groups are scrambling for enough volunteers to care for the anticipated rush of spring kittens. Judy Wilson-Bell from Montara started her nonprofit, Coastal Cat Rescue Group, in 2013. She says that the warmer weather definitely means more kittens on the coast. “Right now, we only have one group out,” said WilsonBell, but she knows more are coming. She already has had another call regarding a pregnant female. Last year her organization adopted out more than 30 kittens. She says people discover kittens in all sorts of places. “In Half Moon Bay, we’ve caught a lot by Hatch (Elementary) School and the different farms in town,” she said. “I’ve gone to the dump and gotten cats out of there. Behind the high school they have ferals and in the trailer park on (Highway) 92.” Wilson-Bell works with several trappers on the Peninsula to collect the cats so they can be safely fostered. Some cats are found pregnant, like the little calico in Pacifica. Other times the kittens are discovered on their own, and the mother has to be tracked down and trapped. After she is spayed, mom is reunited with her kittens in a foster home, where she can care for her babies until they are
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weaned at about 4 weeks old. During this time, the foster family can assess the mother’s temperament. If she seems comfortable under human care, she can be socialized and put up for adoption. If she is too wild to be kept as a pet, she is ideally returned to the location where she was found, and a volunteer is recruited to help feed her there. It is always better to bring in the mother and babies together if at all possible. Mother cats know best how to take care of their little ones. The kittens have a much better chance of survival, and volunteers are not as likely to burn out. When the mother can’t be trapped or is missing, things are a lot harder. Newborn kittens require a lot of work, and the volunteers that care for these “bottle babies” must be extremely dedicated. Rose Shubin of Millbrae is one such volunteer extraordinaire. Shubin has been helping with cat rescue for more than 30 years and taking in bottle babies for at least 15. “It’s like taking care of an infant,” she said. “I don’t have a life. I haven’t been on a vacation, a real vacation, since 2000. A lot of people want to volunteer, but after a few days they peter out.” Newborn kittens must be fed every two to three hours, which means mixing formula and bottle feeding round the clock. They also need to be kept warm. A litter of several kittens can usually keep each other warm simply through body heat, but single kittens need a heating pad or hot water bottle. Keeping their bedding clean and dry means multiple loads of laundry every day. And did you know that newborn kittens need help to go to the bathroom? Bottle baby volunteers must gently rub the infants’ bottoms with a towel to get them to go, simulating the licking of the mother cat. Once the babies are weaned, they still need to be fostered for about four more weeks before they are big enough to be spayed, vaccinated and adopted out to their forever homes. Fostering kittens at this stage can be a fun way for feline lovers to get a short kitten fix without the long-term commitment of adopting a cat. It was the ideal situation for Mary-Anne Giglio and her family a few years ago when they took in their first litter of kittens. The El Granada family had recently lost two cats and weren’t ready to commit to any permanent pets at the time. But they knew a friend who had fostered kittens and thought it might be a fun experience. Giglio contacted the SPCA and went through the process to be approved as a suitable foster home. Once she was approved, Giglio received information on how to care for her new charges, all the supplies she needed, and four adorable, recently weaned kittens.
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Too many kittens not only strains volunteer time, but financial resources as well. Costs for cat food, formula, litter, vaccines, medicines, laundry, and other supplies mount up quickly. Judy WilsonBell, of Coastal Cat Rescue, says that each litter of four kittens can cost her organization between $1,500 to $2,000. To make ends meet, Coastal Cat Rescue will be hosting its second annual Cinco de Meow fundraising event on May 5 at the Pet Food Express in the Linda Mar Shopping Center in Pacifica. The event will feature a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, and other games and activities. Last year Coastal Cat Rescue made more than $5,000 at the event.
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The first experience was so successful that the family decided to foster again later that summer, this time with a young mama cat and her six kittens. It was more difficult, but even more rewarding. “One was a little runty kitten with lots of health issues,” said Giglio. “We had to make sure he got enough nutrition, give him medicine, and take him to the SPCA on weekends. I feel like we were really instrumental in keeping him alive, which felt good.” The next spring the family took in three young males. Giglio and her daughter had to go out of town at the end of the fostering period and left her husband and son in charge of the final week. When they got home from their trip, one kitten had gone back to be adopted — and the other two had become permanent residents. “That’s the only risk about having them,” Giglio laughed. With kittens, it is definitely possible to have
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too much of a good thing. It is hard for rescue organizations to find enough volunteers to take care of them all. “We all love kittens,” said Shubin, “but there are enough kittens out there. We need to cut down on them.” Shubin says that she gets really frustrated when she gets a repeat call from somebody who didn’t bother to find the mother cat and have her spayed. “I really try not to be naggy, but I don’t want to do this for the rest of my life because other people aren’t responsible,” she said. Wilson-Bell said that she has noticed a slight decrease in the number of kittens needing care on the coast. She hopes her work in trapping, neutering, and releasing feral cats has had something to do with the drop in homeless kittens. HALF MOON BAY
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Breed: Pit bull/Labrador mix Age: 5 years old Izzy is a rescue dog from Redding now living in Paicines. She made the coastal trip to Pescadero with her family to root on her owner Adam Blease, who won the recent Artichoke Run. She lives to get wet, swim and chase down any ball that crosses her path. She also unknowingly breaks the mean pit bull stereotype with her owners describing her as, “a big baby that’ll drape herself over your lap whenever we’re on the couch.”
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CHOOSE AND STAKE YOUNG TREE WITH CARE By Janice Moody
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s a landscaper and University of California Cooperative Extension master gardener, I have encountered many poorly shaped and suffering young trees. There are, however, a few simple guidelines on selecting and staking that will help your tree achieve a long and lovely life. Many people select the tree with the most foliage, but far more important are girth and trunk straightness. Ideally, you want to choose a tree that will not need staking to hold it upright. Another thing to assess is branch structure. The goal is to select a tree with a strong central trunk and sturdy, well-spaced branches – the scaffolding of the tree. Bushy foliage is not always a good thing, especially with a weak trunk. Multiple, competing central leaders and crossing branches will eventually need to be pruned off, so make sure you begin with a good trunk and promising scaffold branches. Keep in mind that tree branches don’t grow vertically; they retain their original height on the trunk. Don't prune the lower branches during the first couple of seasons; young trees need plenty of leaves for photosynthesis and growth. When you plant your new tree, remove any nursery stakes. They are installed for nursery convenience and not for the benefit of the tree. The stakes constrict the flow of nutrients in outer bark layers. Don't stake at all unless absolutely necessary. Young trees need to bend a little in the wind for proper root and girth development. However, if your new tree is not strong enough to hold the top upright or to return upright after being bent, then staking is a good idea for the first year or two.
Support staking is usually not required for conifers or other trees that branch close to the ground. Staking is not a requirement for most potted orchard trees because they are often lopped off at two or three feet from the ground to encourage an open, vase-like structure. The low branches enable easier picking and the ability to remain upright without support. Proper staking of a landscape tree requires two stakes. While three stakes are advantageous in some situations, two are generally sufficient. Place them outside the root ball on opposite sides of the tree, perpendicular to the prevailing wind. Remember to remove the nursery stake! Use rubbery support ties placed as low as possible on the trunk yet high enough to return the tree upright after deflection. In windy areas, the ties may need to be higher to prevent the canopy from breaking off. Screw the ties in place on the stakes to prevent slippage. Remember that the top of the tree needs to bend in the wind to encourage stronger root growth. Cut off excess stake height a few inches above the ties to avoid branch injury. Remove the stakes when the tree is able to stand upright on its own, usually within one year. Janice Moody has been a UC master gardener since 2010 and is the owner of Seascape Succulents in downtown Half Moon Bay. The article was edited by Susan Kornfeld and Cynthia Nations, UCCE master gardeners. HALF MOON BAY
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Stevan S. Chandler, trustee
790 Johnston St., Half Moon Bay
Elana Ron et. al.
$1,100,000
Michael Casterline and Valencia Jewell
340 Valdez Ave., Half Moon Bay
Adam M. and Katelyn P. Mack
$1,699,000
Debra R. Avila
534 Spindrift Way, Half Moon Bay
Bryan McDonald
$1,055,000
Ethan Einhorn and Natalie Widman
110 Troon Way, Half Moon Bay
James R. Bolton and Rebekah L. Keck
$740,000
Joseph K. Bracero
278 Amesport Landing, Half Moon Bay Casey N. and Kaitlyn A. Owen
$770,000
Deborah Seaton, trustee
234 Correas St., Half Moon Bay
Johathan and Courtney J. Cozens
$1,425,000
Ocean Colony Association, Coastside Estates LLC
400 Redondo Beach Road, Half Moon Bay
Ocean Colony Association
$10,000
Carnoustie LLC and Coastside Estates LLC
2450 S. Cabrillo Highway
Carnoustie LLC
$600,000
Liquid Sky Vineyards
845 Main St., Half Moon Bay
Pasta Moon Inc.
$3,000,000
Christopher and Leslie Dow
301 Cuesta Real, La Honda
Jonathan Mahler and Ayelet Lorberbaum $935,000
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Vida Verde Nature Education
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Lincoln S. Wallace
vacant land, Moss Beach
Ray W. Hekkert
$242,500
Popular Storage, LLC
vacant land, Moss Beach
E&M Family Trust
$48,000
Ana C. Ogren, trustee
332 California Ave., Moss Beach
Steve and Ruth Clawson
$500,000
James and Heidi Cain
528 Almeria Ave., El Granada
Sharon C. Sheehan, trustee
$1,700,000
Eric and Roberta H. Kuehne, trustees
122 Lewis Ave., El Granada
Jason R. Gouliard
$1,320,000
Chris and Judy Cloud, trustees
907 Third Ave., Half Moon Bay
Joseph A. and Mary T. Fullerton
$1,189,000
Kenneth L. Marshall
352 Belleville Blvd., Half Moon Bay
Cesar S. Contreras
$850,000
Dylan L. and Noelia Bromley
2060 Avignon Place, Half Moon Bay
Mary C. and David R. Seaton
$1,255,000
Karen M. Bockman, trustee
406 St. Joseph Ave., Half Moon Bay
Anthoy E. Brock and Jessica L. Ochoa
$1,150,000
Thomas L. and Maritza McMahon
454 Poplar St., Half Moon Bay
Michael Ching
$1,400,000
Gladys Ann Callan, trustee
vacant land, Half Moon Bay
Michael Mack
$450,000
Gladys Ann Callan, trustee
vacant land, Half Moon Bay
Sara Mack
$250,000
Half Moon Bay Edenbridge LP
116 Pumpkin Hollow Court, Half Moon Bay
Mark J. and Sharon R. Cahill
$2,045,000
Half Moon Bay Edenbridge LP
115 Red Hawk Court, Hal Moon Bay
Sharon E. Reno
$2,300,000
Richard B. Samish and Nancy Baughman, trustees
18 Memory Lane, La Honda
Stefanie A. Kwong
$450,000
Cav Capital LLC
387 14th St., Montara
Bryan J. Jessop and Rusi Yan
$1,160,000
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