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Stillwell Children’s Pool
Open!
@ Lovers Point
Until September 1
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
(+ Labor Day)
Noon-4:30 PM
Monday-Thursday
(starting June 9)
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Weekdays - $2.00 per person
Weekends - $4.00 per person
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May 30
Art Walk
Downtown Pacific Grove
7 PM
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June-August
Sedition - Page 10
Sun. June 1
Tues. June 3
Booksigning
Chelsie Hill
Push Girl
Bookworks
6 PM
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Thurs. June 5
Calligraphy Guild
Monthly meet
6:30-8:30 PM
Park Lane
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Fri. June 6
First Friday
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Sat. June 7
Poetry in the Grove
“Poets Laureate”
Little House in Jewell Park
4-6 PM
Free
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Sat. June 7
First Saturday Book Sale
PG Public Library
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Sat. June 14
Howard Burnham as the
1st Earl of Halifax
The Little House in Jewel Park
$10
5:30 p.m. •
Fri., June 20
Carmel Crafts Guild. Weavers,
spinners, and dyers meet at
Monterey Library, Community
Room, 10:30 a.m. Free
http://carmelcraftsguild.org
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Sun. June 22
Feast of Lanterns Brunch
the Beach House
Only 100 tickets available
PG Travel 373-0631
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Fri. July 4
First Friday
Inside
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Home Garden
Pages 11-14
100 Years Ago in Pacific Grove............ 6
Animal Tales
& Other Random Thoughts............... 17
Cartoon.............................................. 2
Cop Log.............................................. 5
Crossword........................................ 10
Finances........................................... 19
Food................................................. 21
Green............................................... 20
Marriage Can Be Funny.................... 23
Opinion............................................ 22
Otter Views....................................... 17
Peeps................................................ 13
Seniors............................................. 18
Sports............................................... 25
Art Opening - Page 24
Pacific Grove’s
Summer preschool
Mayflower Church
831-373-0226
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PG Pops
PG Center for Performing Arts
Free
2 PM
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At Rancho Cielo - Page 21
June 6-12, 2014
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• May 30, 2014
PIRREGULARS From Page 1
Joan Skillman
How Are We Doing?
Skillshots
A few weeks ago we began home delivery with the Cedar Street Irregulars, a
cadre of young people who have instructions to put the paper on the porch of every
home in Pacific Grove where the residents have not opted out of delivery.
We've divided the city up into routes near each delivery person's home and so
the odds are you know the youngsters. If they are in sports or summer school, you
may not see your paper until Saturday.
Some of the Irregulars (hope you're fans of Sherlock Holmes and understand
the reference) have enlisted their younger brothers or sisters to help them fold and
band the paper or just to keep them company when they deliver. They're taking
responsibility for their earnings, and they are (hopefully) making arrangements for
coverage of their route when the family goes on vacation.
We continue to place newspapers at all of our “drop spots” – the post office,
the libraries, the markets, restaurants, hospitalities and more – all over Pacific
Grove and beyond. The interesting thing is that our “returns from racks” have not
changed even though there is now home delivery.
We've only received four phone calls, all vacation homeowners, who do not
want the paper at their home. We must be doing something right. Please let us
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Times
• May 30, 2014
MST Summer Youth ‘Gopass’ on Sale
$38 pass saves 18-under $247
Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) is again offering the Summer Youth GoPass,
providing youth unlimited rides on all MST’s routes from June 1 through August 31
for only $38. The pass offers a savings of $247 as compared to the purchase of three
31 Day Super Discount GoPasses. It is the perfect way for individuals 18 years and
under to get to all of their favorite places including the movies, the mall, the beach,
their summer job, museums, and cultural and youth centers.
The 2014 Summer Youth GoPass is available now and can only purchased at www.
mst.org and MST customer service locations including the Bus Stop Shop in Monterey,
Marina Transit Exchange, and Salinas Transit Center.
For more information, visit www.mst.org or call Monterey-Salinas Transit toll
free at 1-888-MST-BUS1.
California Transportation Commission Allocates
Funding for Key Local Safety Projects
The California Transportation Commission has allocated $1.3 billion in transportation funding, including $541 million to implement California’s “fix it first” strategy
for preserving and maintaining California’s 50,000 lane miles of highways.
The infusion of funding will help with two significant safety projects in Monterey
County:
$2.2 million to install a high tension cable median barrier to reduce the severity
and frequency of cross median collisions on U.S. Highway 101 near Soledad from
north of Hudson Road to the Salinas River Bridge in Monterey County.
$109,000 to install median rumble strips on State Route 1 from Carmel Valley
Road to north of Carpenter Street in Monterey County to reduce the potential for cross
median collisions.
Among the $541 million allocated, $10 million comes from the remaining Proposition 1B funds, the bond act that voters approved in 2006. Proposition 1B authorized
$4.5 billion to improve performance on the state highway system and California
leveraged another $4.6 billion in federal, state and local funds while recapturing cost
savings during construction. What started as a program of 54 projects programmed at
$9.1 billion grew to a program of 99 projects at $11.7 billion, supporting more than
190,000 jobs and providing critical improvements to the state’s transportation system.
Ladies Day Race to be Seen
From Pacific Grove Vista Points
The Monterey Peninsula Yacht Club proudly announces the 2014 contest of the
Ladies Day Race on Sunday, June 1. The race is scheduled to start at 1:00 pm just
beyond the breakwaters in Monterey Bay. It traces its roots to 1966 when it was first
proposed by Inge Stuber.
Every boat in this year’s competition will be feature a lady helmsperson.
Last year’s race saw seven boats brave challenging sea conditions and shifting
winds.
The 2013 champion, Patti McAleer, will be back to defend her crown against
what promises to be a strong field of sailors.
Please plan to watch this exciting event from several of the nearby vistas to
include: Berwick Park, Lover’s Point, the end of Municipal Wharf II, the top of
Rappa’s restaurant on Fisherman’s Wharf, Coast Guard Pier, San Carlos Beach,
Schooner’s and Restaurant at the Plaza Hotel.
Monterey Symphony needs Volunteers
The Monterey Symphony is seeking volunteers. If you love music and want to be
involved, please call 831-646-8511 or visit our website at www.montereysymphony.
org for more information.
Sobriety Workshop and Luncheon Set
Please join Beacon House for our 4th Annual Emotional & Spiritual Sobriety
Workshop featuring Dr. Allen Berger and Herb Kaighan.
The workshop will be held on Saturday, June 7 from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm at the
Hyatt Regency Hotel & Spa in Monterey, 1 Golf Course Road, Monterey. Please RSVP
to (831) 372-2334. Workshop and Lunch are free.
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Times • Page 5
Marge Ann Jameson
Cop log
Bark, bark, bark
Recidivist hound dog at large on Forest. He’d been there the day before,
too. He was taken to the animal pen and given food and water. Owners cited.
Maybe he just likes the City’s treats.
Two dogs at large on Ocean View. They were captured and put in doggie jail. The owner bailed them out. The word of treats at the City yard gets
around.
Dog found on the beach and turned in. The owner came to the police station to rescue it. No mention of treats.
Dogs on David were heard by officer barking for about 15 minutes. It
seems they’ve figured out how to open the back door when the owner goes to
work.
A dog found a bag of marijuana, apparently marked “medicinal,” in his
back yard. It was taken by the officer and marked for destruction. Could this
be the treat?
Dog vs. dog on the Rec Trail. Both are current on their rabies vaccination.
Cluck, cluck, cluck
A month ago, the reporting party complained about proud hens making
noise when they lay eggs at 5:30 a.m. Nothing has been done since to rectify
the situatio. Officer advised the caller to come to the station and sign a complaint/citation.
Arguing leads to attempted flight
A couple were arguing and the female chased the male out of the apartment, but fell over the railing to the ground below. She was transported to
CHOMP.
Drunk and combative
An intoxicated person on the beach front assaulted medical staff.
Drunk and driving
After a non-injury collision on Fountain, Daniel Hallock was found to
be DUI. Booked and released after posting bail.
Vandalism of car on Shafter
A woman reported that her car was “egged” some time in the night.
Vandalism of car on Arkwright
A women reported that all four tires on her car were slashed and stabbed
with a sharp object. She has a suspect.
Car vs. masonry wall
On Lincoln. Hit and run. No suspects.
Non-injury collision
On Forest. Both vehicles damaged but driveable.
Non injury collision, three-vehicle rearender.
Attempted scam
Reporting party has a profile on an online babysitting site. She was contacted by Party 2 and then found Party 2’s name on another website saying
the were scammers. She was not victimized but has turned in all the related
information.
Stolen bicycles
An unsecured bicycle was stolen from a front porch on 18th St.
Another bicycle was stolen from an apartment parking area on Lighthouse. It had been locked – it was a turquoise beach cruiser.
Not the nearest living relative
Reporting party says he has been getting phone calls and even had
someone come to the door attempting to collect on a debt owed by a former
neighbor from several years ago. He has no idea where she is.
Party site
Out-of-town owner called about trash at 15-16 used condoms found
on her property on Lighthouse. It is a vacant lot. She is going to put up no
trespassing signs.
Former soccer coach
sentenced in sex crime
Former volunteer high school soccer coach, Edgar Antonio Garcia De Paz,
age 26 of Seaside, was sentenced by Judge Carrie M. Panetta to three years felony
probation and ordered to serve 180 days in county jail for oral copulation of a
person less than 18 years old.
In February 2012, Garcia De Paz (then age 23), Jane Doe (then age 16), and
five fellow female soccer teammates, attended a dinner together at restaurant
in Monterey. After dinner, Jane Doe and the defendant went to his car in the
parking lot where the sex act occurred.
The case was initially reported to the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office,
but was subsequently investigated by the Monterey Police Department
Times
• May 30, 2014
Jon Guthrie’s High Hats & Parasols
100 Years Ago in Pacific Grove
Main line
Grove trustees meet
Pacific Grove trustees met in city hall this past week. A. E. Bunker, J. K. Paul, W.
J. Gould, George Finch, and City Attorney Jorgensen were in attendance.
Mr. Novack of the Coast Valley Gas and Electric attended in order to enter into
an agreement with the board as to the cost of services to be provided Pacific Grove by
his company. Novack also discussed the cost and progress of electrical lighting being
installed on Lighthouse avenue. Novack offered to place an electrical meter on each
Lighthouse light pole and to charge 8¢ per kilowatt hour for consumption of power. It
was also agreed to install lighted streamers along certain areas of Lighthouse, and to
charge $2 a night for this service.
Repairs on all equipment will be made free to the city.
Mr. Doolittle, who has charge of Lovers Point park, said that he finds that a windbreak will be needed for about one hundred yards on the west side of the park to protect
plants growing there. Doolittle said that he is willing to construct such a windbreak,
but that he is asking the city to have rocks transported from the beach area for his use.
The matter was referred to the streets and parks committee.
Miss F. J. Woodcock, director of botany for the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural
History, representing the museum board, asked to be allowed to employ a gardener to
take care of the museum grounds. Miss Woodcock said that the museum is what visitors remember most about Pacific Grove and, thus, should be presentable at all times.
An observer commented that if this matter were important, why send a lowly
botanist to address the board?
The request was tabled for further study.
W. A. Gould, chairman of the streets committee reported that his group had been
looking into the purchase of manhole covers. He reported that covers of different thicknesses were available. Gould was instructed to purchase the thinnest obtainable and
was authorized to spend up to $8.75 per cover.
The board was then asked to increase the annual license fee for outsiders coming
into the Grove to do business here, which the Studebaker Company is currently attempting. At the present time, residents are assessed $20 annually, and non-residents
pay $50 annually. It was suggested that the increased non-resident fee must be for
some sort of “protection”. City Attorney Jorgensen said that it was not legal for cities
to pander protection, and that the fees were for purpose of earning revenue only, sort
of like charging rent.
The board then refused to raise any fees.
As the final item of business, a communication was read which stated that the
application of the Monterey County Water Works for permission to increase rates for
water will be heard by the Railroad Commission in Colton Hall, Monterey, on June 8.1
All are encouraged to attend.
City Clerk C. S. Johnston then offered to place anyone’s name on a fulfilment list
if transportation were required.
Memorial Day Festivities
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Memorial Day, 1914, will soon be upon us, occurring this year on Saturday, May
Last week, at their regular meeting, members of the Grand Army of the Republic
gave themselves permission to set in motion everything necessary to insure a proper
celebration honoring the men and women who died while serving in this country’s
armed forces.
The principal segment of the Peninsula celebration is slated for El Carmelo Cemetery, Pacific Grove.
Colonel T. R. Weaver outlined a program breath-taking in scope.
Women of the GAR and of the Women’s Relief Corps will assemble at the GAR
post at 8:30 for final instructions. The women will march to El Carmelo at precisely 9.
GAR members begin their march at 9:15.
Veterans assemble at 9:30 to join a cavalcade of auto mobiles leaving for El Carmelo at 10.
Troops from the Presidio of Monterey, under command of Col. Walter Finley, will
provide the invocation beginning at 10:30.
The Presidio of Monterey military band will provide rousing music.
Several excellent speakers follow.
More music by the military band.
A minute of silence.
Taps played.
The grand march back to the GAR
All who are in need of transportation to and from the GAR, please contact Rev.
Henry Fisk.
Coast-interior highway boosted
There was a large attendance at the state Board of Trade meeting held Wednesday
last, and much interest expressed in promoting the coast-interior highway.
The subject was the long talked-about road connecting Pacific Grove and the San
Juaquin Valley. R. H. McKaig, E. C. Smith, and P. L. Buck compose the highway
committee.
Alvin Trenan, a Los Palos banker, appeared in front of the group to speak in favor of
the project. Trenan said that a significant segment of the population supports the work.
Opponents avowed that if we are not careful we will have highways stretching
everywhere.
The Board of Trade voted in favor of support.
Side tracks … tidbits from here and there
• W. J. Nesbitt hereby announces himself as a candidate for Sheriff of Monterey County.
• Culp Bros. store on Lighthouse avenue honors those who have given their lives in
service.
• The 1914 Maxwell auto mobiles are now on exhibit at Culp Bros. garage. Call for
a reservation for a demonstration ride. Get connected to Black 854. Or … just pop
on in. Maxwell Model 25, $825. Maxwell Model 35, $1,325.3
• Got dirty duds? Telephone the Del Monte and the wagon will call to pick them up.
Monterey Red 237.
And the cost is …
• House cleaning made easy! The Review is making available a $12 vacuum cleaner
at a cost of only $5.45, accompanying each one-year subscription or a one-year extension of a subscription for this newspaper. See these powerful cleaning machines
at the Review office.
• Use a Remington typewriter for three months for just $5. Rent from Remington
Typewriter Company, San Jose.
Notes from the author …
1 Why was the railroad commission overseeing water rates? Anyone know?
2 Holidays were once celebrated on a specific date, such as May 30 each year. Now,
many holidays are celebrated on a Monday, such as May 26, or whatever that Monday’s date happens to be.
3 The Maxwell was manufactured in the United States from 1904 to 1925. The presentday successor to the Maxwell Company is Chrysler Group, Inc.
Become A Lighthouse Museum
Volunteer Docent
Your lighthouse needs you! Become a volunteer docent at the historial Lighthouse Museum at 80 Asilomar Blvd.
Training is arranged during lighthouse hours, Thursday through Monday,
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
If you are interested, please call 831-648-3176.
St. Anselm’s Anglican Church
Meets at 375 Lighthouse Ave. Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
Fr. Michael Bowhay 831-920-1620
Forest Hill United Methodist Church
551 Gibson Ave., Services 9 AM Sundays
Rev. Richard Bowman, 831-372-7956
Pacific Coast Church
522 Central Avenue, 831-372-1942
Peninsula Christian Center
520 Pine Avenue, 831-373-0431
First Baptist Church of Pacific Grove
246 Laurel Avenue, 831-373-0741
St. Mary’s-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
Central Avenue & 12 tsp.h Street, 831-373-4441
Community Baptist Church
Monterey & Pine Avenues, 831-375-4311
Peninsula Baptist Church
1116 Funston Avenue, 831-394-5712
St. Angela Merici Catholic Church
146 8th Street, 831-655-4160
Christian Church Disciples of Christ of Pacific Grove
First Church of God
1023 David Avenue, 831-372-5005
Jehovah’s Witnesses of Pacific Grove
1100 Sunset Drive, 831-375-2138
Church of Christ
Lighthouse Fellowship of Pacific Grove
PG Community Center, 515 Junipero Ave., 831-333-0636
Mayflower Presbyterian Church
141 14th Street, 831-373-4705
Central Presbyterian Church of Pacific Grove
Seventh-Day Adventist Church of the Monterey Peninsula
375 Lighthouse Avenue, 831-372-7818
First United Methodist Church of Pacific Grove
915 Sunset @ 17-Mile Dr., Pacific Grove - (831) 372-5875
Worship: Sundays @ 10:00 a.m.
Congregation Beth Israel
5716 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel (831) 624-2015
Chabad of Monterey
2707 David Avenue, Pacific Grove (831) 643-2770
First Saturday Book Sale
Times • Page 7
Your Achievements
Peeps
Pacific Grove Public Library
June 7
Alana Buller Makes the President's List
at Gonzaga University
Upcoming Library Programs
at Pacific Grove Library
The 2014 Summer Reading Program begins Wednesday, June 4 at the Pacific
Grove Library. Pick up your reading log and “Paws To Read” from June 4
through July 31! For every book you read, you will receive one ticket to
redeem for prizes.
Special Kick-Off Program:
Wednesday, June 4, 2:00 p.m.
Daffy Dave - an hour of juggling, comedy and fun for children of all ages
Libraries Closed for Training Tuesday, June 3
The Pacific Grove Public Library will be closed Tuesday June 3. The staff will
be doing training with the new library software that will be launched in the beginning
of July. If you have questions please call Linda Pagnella, Circulation Supervisor at
648-5760 ext. 21.
The Monterey Public Library will also be closed on Tuesday, June 3 for staff training. The Library staff will be learning how to use a new Web-based, combined catalog
and borrowing system. The new system, which will become operational in early July,
will include several new features and will result in significant cost savings. For more
information contact Acting Library Director Inga Waite at (831) 646-4502 or email
[email protected]. Monterey Public Library is located at 625 Pacific Street, Monterey.
Sabrina Barrymore
The Music Box
The 5th Annual California Roots Music and Arts Festival was an explosion of good vibes and creativity. People came from all around to see all
of the great and talented bands who played this year. SOJA headlined the
first day along with Steel Pulse and many others. At the end of the night
SOJA burned their guitar as a tribute to Jimi Hendrix on the same stage
where he did so, at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967.
Day two started off with Zion I and then Iration warming up the crowd
for Ziggy Marley to bring a great and powerful energy to the stage. The
night concluded with Rebelution playing for the second year in a row.
During the last act the members of Thrive came on for a tribute to their
saxophonist Scott Schipper who died this last year of cancer. He also
started Unify To Thrive, a non profit organization for cancer, specifically
colon cancer.
By day three the momentum had not slowed a bit. The day kicked off
with The Green, Groundation, and Pepper bringing an exponential first half
of the day. Later Michael Happoldt, Opie Ortiz, Marshall Goodman, along
with Jakob Nowell as well as many others played for the Skunk Records
25th Anniversary live on stage. 311 and Damian Marley ended the weekend with an amazing performance. This year's California Roots was filled
with an electric, indescribable energy and wonderful uplifting performances by many talented bands and artists painting along side them on stage.
California Roots has truly become a movement to spreading the
positivity of Reggae music.This festival was made possible by all the
bands,sponsors,organizers, and volunteers, such as Moore Media, KRML
Radio, and The Monterey County Fair & Event Center.
Alana Buller, a resident of Pacific Grove has earned placement on the Gonzaga
University President's List for spring semester, 2014. Students must earn a 3.7 to 4.0
grade-point average to be listed.
Gonzaga University is a humanistic, private Catholic University providing a
Jesuit education to more than 7,500 students. Situated along the Spokane River near
downtown Spokane, Wash., Gonzaga is routinely recognized among the West's best
comprehensive regional universities. Gonzaga offers 75 fields of study, 25 master's
degrees, a doctorate in leadership studies, and a Juris Doctor degree through its
School of Law.
Legal Services for Seniors sets New Board
Legal Services for Seniors has elected new officers to serve on the Legal Services
for Seniors’ executive board for the 2014-2015 fiscal year. Beginning June 2014, John
Kesecker, Esq., will serve as President, with Co-Vice Presidents Mike Leavy, CFA, and
Lynn Lozier, Esq. joined with Tom Pesce as Secretary and Carol Kolb, CPA, as Treasurer.
The new officers are supported by the full Legal Services for Seniors board: Don
Leach, Esq. (immediate past president); Charles Des Roches, Esq.; Liza Horvath;
Gregory Chilton, Esq.; Donna Jean Brandt; Henry Carrasco and Leslie Geyer.
Legal Services for Seniors is a nonprofit law firm providing no cost legal service
to Monterey County seniors 60 years of age and above with an emphasis on serving
those who are socially and/or economically needy.
Other Agency Information--The Executive Director and Directing Attorney of LSS,
Kellie D. Morgantini is available for interviews on a variety of senior topics.
PGHSAA Awards
$16,000 in
High School
Scholarships
The Pacific Grove High School
Alumni Association awarded $16,000 in
scholarships to 15 students at the high
school’s Scholarship and Awards Evening
Wednesday, May 14.
Kimberly Hunyh received the $1,000
Ada Eleanor Smith scholarship for a student who plans to become a teacher or
other professional. Luke Lowell received
the $1,000 Bob Hoag ’45 Athletic Scholarship, which goes to a student who has
played basketball throughout the senior
year. Savannah Mitchem received the
$500 Class of 1952 Remembers scholarship award. Joshua Lewis was awarded the
$1,000 Don Harlan ’42 vocational scholarship. Kendra Bell received the $1,000
Maude Marian Smith scholarship award.
Like the award named for her sister Ada,
the Maude Marian Smith award goes to a
student who plans to become a teacher or
other professional.
Bobby Chen was the second recipient of the Richard Reynolds ’57 Science
and Technology Award, which grants the
student $1,000 in the first year and $2,000
in the second year of a four-year college.
Liam Posson was awarded the $500 Olive
Dean Hyler ’40 Culinary Scholarship.
Haley Walker was the recipient of the
$1,000 PGHSAA Musical Scholarship
award, which is given to a student who
plans a career in music.
In addition to awards designated for
specific studies, PGHSAA also makes
awards to students who have excelled
at PG High School. These students who
received theses $1,000 awards were
Reeve Grobecke, Nicole Hage, Bailey
Kato-Dutton, Jacob Loh, Carol Nader,
and Ava Vucina.
The Pacific Grove High School
Alumni Association, Inc., a 501(c)(3)
corporation, was founded in 1899 and
reactivated in 1962. It supports the high
school, its students, and its projects with
money from donations made by its members. The Association’s Board of Directors
meets seven times a year to plan the annual
all-school reunion, scheduled this year for
October 4 and 5, and to approve requests
for disbursements. For more information
about PGHSAA, visit the Association’s
web site, http://www.pgusd.org/alumni.
Carmel Valley
Women’s Club
Announces
Awards and
Scholarships
Carmel Valley Women’s Club will
hold its annual Awards and Scholarships
Ceremony and Luncheon, Wednesday,
June 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Los
Laureles Lodge, 313 W. Carmel Valley
Rd, Carmel Valley. Call 831-659-0934
to reserve, or mail to CVWC PO Box 407
Carmel Valley, CA 93924. $35 per guest. This season’s scholarship recipients:
Edie Ellison
Sarah Carroll
Kaitlyn Kelly
Molly McNeely
Ashley Parker
Alexandra Polovneff
Katherine Rice
Melissa Schrekenberger
Soorim (Courtney) Yoo
Talia Zahm
Community Grants Awardees:
Carmel Valley Village Improvement Committee (CVVIC)
Community Foundation for Monterey
County for Fund for Homeless Women
Hope Center Monterey for the food pantry
Carmel Valley Community Youth Center
(CVCYC)
YWCA Monterey County for the Lawson
Safe House-Domestic Violence Shelter for
Women and Children
Friends of the Carmel Valley Library
The Carmel Valley Women’s Club
celebrates 65 years of raising funds for
scholarships and community grants. Scholarships and Grants are made through
CVWC Foundation ID#46-2606323 501(c)(3).
Previous editions of
Cedar Street Times
can be found at www.
cedarstreettimes.com
Back issues are located
under the tab
“Back Issues”
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• May 30, 2014
America is becoming more and more adwise
A recent survey conducted by research sociologists found that adults are increasingly skeptical of advertising. These adults have grown up with advertising directed
at them since infancy. This lifelong advertising bombardment has resulted in their
distrust of advertising in any form. They have become, according to the sociologists’
term, “Advertisement-Wise,” or simply, “Adwise.”
John Rapp
Press Release; A Book of Fiction
The sociologist’s findings have been released in the form of a composite case study,
titled “The Adwising of John Doe.” When John was a baby, his parents used television as a baby-sitter, so John literally grew up in front of the television. Even before
he could walk, John’s favorite shows were cartoons which had frequent interruptions
for toy commercials. The excitement displayed by the children on television as they
played with their newest toys was enhanced by bright colors, loud music, wide angle
camera shots, slow motion and macro photography. John begged his parents to buy
him the toys he saw on television. But when he got his new toys, they often failed to
live up to his expectations. He never seemed to have as much fun with them as the kids
on television did. Still, when another new toy was advertised, he begged his parents
again. After years of being disappointed with new toys, a faint germ of an idea was
planted. Maybe advertising couldn’t be trusted.
When John became a teenager, advertising influenced all phases of his life.
From the clothes he wore to the acne cream he used, advertising promised he would
be popular, athletic, sexy and a good student. When none of these things happened,
or happened only because of hard work, John finally realized the truth. Advertising
couldn’t be trusted. It had let him down all his life. Some of it might be good, but who
could tell? The only way of never being let down again was to distrust all advertising.
Today, our country has a lot more John Does than the advertising industry would
care to admit. Unlike previous generations who felt they were responsible when a
product didn’t live up to its hype (“ Well, everyone else uses it and it works for them,
so I must be doing something wrong”), the current generation KNOWS. Call it sophistication, skepticism, realism, pragmatism or whatever; the fact remains that the
current generation has become adwise.
The public today is no longer fooled by advertisements that say “More than a cup
of coffee” or “More than a pair of pants” or “More than a bar of soap.” Ad nauseam. A
bar of soap is a bar of soap. It will clean you. It may even be better than another brand
of soap. But it won’t change your life.
Advertisers are beginning to recognize the public’s adwising and are becoming
craftier than ever in their advertising methods. Advertisers are now paying millions of
dollars to have their products appear in movies and television shows. It’s not by chance
that the hero drives a certain model car, or drinks a certain brand of beer or wears a
certain kind of clothes.
And yet, we are often aware of even these subtle forms of advertising. Nearly all
of us have been fooled at one time or another in the past when something we thought
wasn’t advertising turned out to be just another sales pitch. The adwise people of today
can smell an advertisement coming a mile away. And when it hits, a portion of our mind
subconsciously emits warning signals until the advertisement is over.
Just as older generations took a massive step from the unsophisticated days of patent
medicine cure-alls, today’s generation is taking a massive step from the generation that
preceded us. The American Dream hasn’t died, but the sellers of the Dream forfeited
their credibility when they promised more than they could ever deliver.
Advertisers must acknowledge the adwising of America. We at Media Awareness Group are prepared to work closely with existing and future clients to solve their
advertising problems. Check our web site and contact us today. We are here to solve
your advertising needs.
John is retired but works part time at Pacific Grove golf course, coaches youth
and high school sports and re-binds old books. Press Release: A Book of Fiction is a
compendium of his various essays and musings, some serious, some tongue-in-cheek,
all very interesting.
The Earl of Halifax Comes to Pacific Grove
Howard Burnham will enthrall us all with his characterization of ‘the Holy Fox’
- Edward Linley Wood, 1st Earl of Halifax. “He is one of the most fascinating forgotten politicians of the 20th century - the Viceroy of India who first had dealings with
Gandhi, the only British cabinet minister to meet Hitler, the man who ‘stepped aside’
for Winston Churchill in 1940, British Minister and Ambassador to Washington 1941-6
(where, after an appalling start, he proved highly successful), a noted high churchman
(hence his nickname of ‘the Holy Fox’) and a keen hunter-horseman (despite having
no left hand!),” said Burnham.
“I hope to reestablish him as an interesting and
entertaining personality.”
In Burnham’s program, ‘Lord Halifax’ says farewell
to the Washington Press Corps in 1946, and reviews his
extraordinary life and what Churchill called “Halifax’s
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grave and vital mission” to America during WWII.
The event is set for Saturday, June 14, at The Little
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House in Jewel Park, at 5:30 p.m. Choose Your Dinner Entree
Admission is $10.
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Glass of House Wine $2.90 • Draft Beer (12oz) $2.90
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Dinner reservations (open Daily at 4pm):
(831) 375-2345
620 Ocean View Blvd.
Pacific Grove CA 93950
* Offer subject to change without notice. Not valid with any other offer or discount. Available for parties up to 8.
PG Pops Offers
Second Concert
You are invited to the second concert of our Debut
Season this Sunday, June 1 at 2:00 p.m. in the Pacific
Grove Performing Arts Center, 835 Forest Avenue.
Music from the Boston Pops, Warner Bros. Cartoons,
Lively Chamber Music from ‘Pacific Crescendo,’
Monterey Horn Ensemble, and more will be presented.
The PG Pops Orchestra is growing and evolving
as a true community orchestra for the Monterey Bay
area. The free concert will feature professional musicians alongside students of all ages. Find more info @
pgpopsorchestra.com
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“The Swiss Family Robinson”
plays through June 15, Friday
and Saturday nights at 8 p.m.
and Sundays at 2 p.m. Stormy
seas, shipwreck and survival
brings us this classic tale
of courage, adventure and
perseverance. The winds of
fate whisk audience members
onto an exotic, untamed island
filled with many challenges
and perils, as well as unending
hope for a brighter future.
Here is found a motley crew
of animals that abound along
with an appearance of pirates,
a hint of romance and a whole
lot of the Family Robinson’s
determination and dedication as
they stumble upon their greatest
destiny.
Written by Johann Wyss,
adapted by Phyllis McCallum,
and with music by Jean Tandowsky, this play is a delight
for the whole family. With our
beloved Outdoor Forest Theater
currently closed for renovation
due to city ordinance, “Swiss
Family” will be playing at the
Pacific Grove High School
Student Union, 615 Sunset Dr.,
Pacific Grove. Tickets are $20/
adults; $15/senior, students, and
military; $10/children; children
4 and under are free. Purchase
your tickets by calling 626-1681
or visit our the website at www.
foresttheaterguild.org.
Registration
Open for ARIEL
Theatrical’s
Summer
Programs
Registration for “The Wizard of
Oz,” ARIEL Theatrical’s Three-Week
Summer Camp Program is now open
for participants ages 7 -18. Camp begins June 9 and runs Monday - Friday,
9:00 am - 3:00 p.m. Through June 27.
Performance dates are June 27, 28,
July 2, 3, 5. A preliminary rehearsal
will be held Saturday, June 7 from 9:00
- 12:00. Tuition for the entire program
is $500.
Kids On Stage, Ariel’s one-week
summer camps will be held July 7 – 11,
July 14- 18, and July 21 – 25 from 9:00
am to 3:00 p.m. for participants ages
4 - 12. Campers will receive instruction in singing, acting and movement
for the stage and prepare for a recital to
be performed on Friday evening. Each
week will feature a different curriculum. Participants may enroll in one or
more camp sessions. Tuition is $225
per one week session.
Ariel’s Summer Community Program will present the musical “Anne
of Green Gables Story.” Primarily
focused on high school and young
adult participants, the program accepts
children ages 5 and older if they have a
0parent or sibling registered in the program. Rehearsals begin Saturday, June
28 and continue Monday-Thursday
evenings, with Saturdays as needed.
Performance date are August 8, 9, 15,
16, 22, 23. Participation fee is $100.
For more information and registration forms visit www.arieltheatrical.org
or call 775-0976.
Summer Preschool
Offered at
Mayflower Church
A special summer preschool program for children age three to kindergarten is now open for enrollment. Held
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 1
p.m., from June through August, the
summer program includes curriculumbased phonics and basic math concepts,
fun summer activities, and a transitional
kindergarten program.
The Christian-based environment
will also include singing and activities
from Mayflower’s vacation bible school
the first week of June.
Mayflower Presbyterian Preschool
is a state licensed preschool in operation since 2011. Tuition for the summer
program is being offered at a fixed price
of $300 per month with no enrollment or
registration fees. The preschool is offered
year round at Mayflower Church, 141
14th Street in Pacific Grove.
For more information or to register,
please contact 831-373-0226 or mayflowerpresbyterianpreschool.com.
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• May 30, 2014
Learning the Lessons of History
Sedition, Internment and Surveillance
Katie Shain and Mike Clancy
The third of four events in the 2014 Leon Panetta
Lecture Series took place at the Monterey Conference
Center, Monday, May 12. Efforts to balance intelligence
gathering for national security versus concerns over eroding personal freedoms and privacy were the topics for
guest panelists: Barton Gellman, Pulitzer Prize-winning
journalist, one of three who broke the Edward Snowden
story; Michael Morell, former Acting Director and
Deputy Director of the CIA, present with Mr. Bush at
the time of 9/11; and Robert Mueller, the longest serving
Director of the FBI since J. Edgar Hoover, serving with
President Obama and Secretary Leon Panetta during the
operation of the Bin Laden raid.
As the custom has become, Panetta Institute CoDirector, Sylvia Panetta, introduced the panelists and
subject matter, providing context for this year’s lecture
series theme, “Learning the Lessons of History: Is the Past
Prologue to the Future?” Her introduction of moderator,
former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta, once again
noted his many years of respected service in Washington
establishing him as well qualified to converse on subjects
of conflict between protecting our country and protecting
our freedoms.
Secretary Panetta’s opening remarks pointed out the
U.S. Constitutional guarantee of our freedoms, that also
provides within it the all important, common defense
of the country; reminding us, Thomas Jefferson named
protection of the country as the chief responsibility
of government. After a brief historical review, citing
instances when presidents curtailed personal freedoms
in the name of national security, he posed the key question: “Can we have both security and freedom?” While
all three panelists answered “yes” to this question, their
responses reflected fundamental tension between goals
and complexities within the issues.
Michael Morell proclaimed that the National Security Agency (NSA) telephone metadata collection program,
revealed by Edward Snowden in 2013, was under more
congressional scrutiny than any program he had ever
witnessed in the entire intelligence community. Robert
Mueller added that the NSA program was created to fill a
gap that had been identified by the 9/11 Commission, and
has been constrained by oversight from the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Court. Barton Gellman
then countered that congressional oversight and the FISA
Court do not apply to NSA operations overseas, even
when U.S. citizens are targeted. Gellman further asserted
that broad intelligence community policy decisions need
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Earlier this month, The SPCA for
Monterey County rescued 14 dogs, four
young puppies and four cats from shocking, inhumane conditions in a Pacific
Grove house.
As of May 28, seven of the rescued
dogs and one rescued cat are available
for adoption and more will available very
soon.
Adopters must agree to make the pet
or information about the pet available
if it is needed for the potential criminal
court case.
The small residence where they were
found was dangerously cluttered with
piles of clothing, trash and garbage. The
house was filled with feces and urine. All
18 dogs, including four very young puppies, were locked in three small back
rooms, where the overwhelming stench
of ammonia from urine caused difficulty
breathing and made humane officers’ eyes
burn. The toxic conditions of the home
were so extreme and unsafe that Pacific
Grove Fire Department personnel strongly
recommended that animal rescuers not
to be made in public, and argued that Snowden’s revelations have actually moved things in that direction. Both
Morell and Mueller strongly objected to the one person
who was not an elected official, Snowden, taking it upon
himself to decide to release a massive amount of highly
classified information to the world, claiming the Snowden
leak the worst security breach in U.S. history. Morell said
that he had personally witnessed terrorist groups changing
their mode of communications following the leak. Gellman argued that “Snowden needs to be held accountable
for his actions, but so must the U.S. government.” Morell
went on to state that “If Snowden believes the American
people have the right to judge the intelligence program,
then why doesn’t he come back and let the American
people judge him?” This comment drew applause from
the audience, but Gellman quickly responded, “Don’t
pretend that he can come back to the U.S. and not end up
in jail.” Morell strongly disagreed, asserting that a jury
would have the power to let him go free.
Secretary Panetta explained that intelligence
gathering is the key to preventing future terrorist attacks,
with Morell adding that “During the Cold War the enemy
was easy to find, but hard to kill. Now the opposite is true,
and intelligence work is all about finding the terrorists.”
Secretary Panetta inquired as to the nature of the threat
from Al Qaeda today, and Morell responded “We are still
at war with Al Qaeda and they still want to kill Americans.
Our great victory in this war has been the decimation of
their leadership in Pakistan. Their great victory has been
the spread of their ideology to Yemen, Syria, Iraq and parts
of Africa.” Morell stated that the threat to the Homeland
has been reduced, but then exclaimed that “If Al Qaeda
in Yemen brings down an airliner in the U.S. tomorrow, I
would not be surprised,” which was a startling and sobering comment from one of America’s most experienced
intelligence professional representatives.
All in all, these lecture series are more than
merely interesting and provocative, they are vital platforms to inform and awaken a culture in our society that
considers all is well if politicians are at the helm. Thanks
to the Panetta Institute for its stimulation and exposure
to these types of dignified discussions on such matters of
importance, and for including local schools and community, one of the most primary goals of the Panetta Institute.
This is the form of leadership in action that moves human
consciousness ahead, and it is incumbent upon citizens
of our county to demonstrate significant local and global
leadership today.
Panetta Institute has just released a commissioned national college student survey by Hart Research
Associates of Washington, covering topics from Obama’s
Michael Morell, Barton Gellman at the podium, Leon
Panetta, Robert Mueller, and "Bravo" in forefront
popularity, the Affordable Care Act, to Ukraine involvement, and the current national security issue involving
Edward Snowden resulting in 48 percent agreeing that
he “performed an important public service” and should
be pardoned, but furthermore the survey indicates less
interest in public school teaching, less satisfaction in
government leadership and greater interest in becoming
involved in public service, in both domestic and international policy issues, as well as a willingness to run for
public office themselves on state and local levels. More
on this survey can be found on the Institute’s website.
The fourth and final event in this year’s Panetta
Lecture Series will be held on Monday, June 2 with an
addition of distinguished panelists on the topic of “How
Presidents Make Decisions: Leadership, Crisis, Politics
and Trust”.
For more information, visit http://www.panettain-
Myles Mellor
Pacific Grove Crossword #3
32. Come out
33. Last stage of insect
development
34. Longest-working lighthouse on the west coast
35. Metal container
36. Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II, familiarly
38. Navajo foe
39. Fishes of the Pacific
Ocean
40. Violation
45. Fare-minded worker?
51. Inaccurate
52. Magnetism
53. Enterprise supporter
54. A, B or C
See puzzle solution on Page 23
16. Ocean floor
Across
17. Dead heat
1. Kind
of weight
or number
return
inside
the house
without protective
19. Commotion
7.
Fool
equipment due to high levels of ammonia
22. Lifeboat-raising device
13.
Dangerous
job
in
Madrid
gas. During the search of the home some
24. Smoke, in slang
14.
To
no
avail
doors had to be forced open by rescuers
15. Hearst
and Asilobecause
they Castle
were blocked
by deep 27.
pilesRequirement for surprise
mar
State
Beach
buildings
29.
Single-handedly
of feces and garbage.
architect
31.
The house, designated as a historicUsed one’s imagination
Down
1. Tellerless teller
2. On top of that
3. Bruin legend Bobby
4. The Sally who met
Harry (actress first name)
5. Bank offering, for short
6. Secret agent’s need
7. American of Japanese
parents
8. Word before “Liftoff!”
9. Certain cells
10. Pat, a wound for example
11. Big stretch
12. Eliminate
18. Growth on the side of
a building
19. Sonar apparatus in
the UK
20. Skin layer
21. Pacific Grove feature
22. Retire from military
service
23. Packs down, as dirt
24. Horn
25. Gold bar
26. Flying honkers
28. Dustcloth
30. Hawaiian headwear
32. Upright
34. Educ. supporter
37. Old anesthetic
40. Kin of “mac”
41. Transmitter of genetic
info
42. “Yadda, yadda, yadda”
43. “Raiders of the Lost
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44. Billiards stick
46. Stout relative
47. Club alternative
48. On the other hand
49. Miff
50. Ballad ending
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Times • Page 11
Home Garden
Spring into Outdoor Living with Simple Deck Maintenance
By Charlie Jourdain, California Redwood
Association
Spring has sprung, and many homeowners in Pacific Grove look forward
to spending more time outdoors and
enjoying their yards. Before you stretch
out for a little rest under the sun, though,
now is the perfect time to perform a
quick check-up on your deck and make
sure it’s ready for the season.
On the Surface
Take a look at your deck’s finish, for
starters. Applying a finish can help keep
your deck looking like new for years and
lock in the color and look you want. Water-repellent finishes with UV protection
and a mildewcide offer the most protection, while slightly tinted stains will last
longer than completely clear finishes. If
your deck is made of California redwood, you’re in luck: redwood’s unique
cell structure lets it hold a finish better
than other woods. We would recommend
against varnishes and polyurethanes that
can crack and peel, and also it’s good to
avoid oil treatments as well as “shake
and shingle” type paints.
Homeowners can also find a variety
of cleaning and color restoration products that will enliven a deck’s finish. If
these products don’t seem to work, or if
the deck has not received regular maintenance, homeowners can also try sanding to remove pigmented stain finishes.
Power washing is also an effective way
of removing old finish and grime and
preparing for a new finish. A fine, highpowered spray effectively removes loose
materials without damaging the wood
– but if a homeowner is not experienced
in handling a power washer, hiring a
professional to do this step is well worth
the money.
Walk the Plank
Once you’ve taken time to inspect
the finish, take a walk on your deck.
Put a little bounce in your step, and see
if any boards seem loose or even soft.
Fixing a loose board is as simple as resetting the fastener or replacing one that
broke off. Any boards that appear to be
more weathered, cracking, or splintering
should be replaced before any finish is
reapplied.
Check your support structure
The last time you checked the support structure was probably a passing
glance as you swept leaves and yard
debris that collected underneath the
deck back in the fall. Redwood is one
of nature’s strongest building materials,
with natural resistance to insects, fire
and decay, but it is still a good practice
to check, and that’s especially true if you
do not have a redwood deck.
Check any joist hangers to be sure
they’re still securely anchored and
inspect for any signs of wear. If the support needs any maintenance or replacement, better to find out now and fix it
quickly.
Make a Clean Sweep
The simple task of keeping your
deck surface clear of debris such as
fallen leaves or dust and dirt goes a
long way in keeping the look you love.
A quick pass with the broom takes a
minute and starts a good maintenance
habit for the rest of the season: regular
cleaning to help your deck last longer.
Dirt and dust may build up to the
point that a mere sweep of the broom
or rinsing with water from a hose will
not remove them. A mild detergent and
warm water will generally remove stubborn dirt and grime. Redwood won’t
stain like composites and plastics so
you don’t have to worry about barbecue
grease or red wine leaving a permanent
mark.
It doesn’t take a lot of time or effort to keep your deck looking great for
the coming warmer weather and many
more seasons. Redwood decks hold an
advantage over other deck materials,
with a durability that holds up to the
elements with natural beauty, while giving you years of performance. It’s those
natural qualities that help keep maintaining a redwood deck so easy. For
more deck maintenance tips, visit www.
realstrongredwood.com.
Charlie Jourdain is president of the
California Redwood Association. Reach
him at [email protected] or (888)
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Home Garden
Plans: Starting on the right foot
By Jeff Edmunds
Drawing plans for a project can be one of the most exciting preludes to a good job. A
good set of plans is a necessity for a great project outcome.
I have been using Chief Architect design and CAD software since 1990. It has been a
challenge to learn but I have discovered that it is a great tool to convey my designs, and to
solidify and translate the owner’s ideas into a format that everyone can understand.
The planning should start with a site meeting with the owners. Their needs, wants, style
and taste need to be discussed and vetted. What is the budget? Budget discussions should
occur up front so that the design can proceed without going overboard. Most of the time, the
owners have a good idea of what they want to achieve, and about what they would like to
spend. This meeting is where the reality check comes into play. Which is most important?
Budget or your wish list? You decide. Once a project direction is agreed upon, it’s time to
start building the plan set.
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to the lot line need to be accounted for.
I then consult with a city planner and explain the project. A planner
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demolition, and historical appropriateness for our project.
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Home Garden
Tree Service Grows into Topes Sustainable Garden Center
Opened less than a year ago, Topes Sustainable
Gardening Center has grown into more than a greensustainable business in Monterey but is making its
mark across the Peninsula.
Originally formed in 1979 as a tree service for
the trimming of overgrown trees and for the replacement of those that need to be removed due to disease
or age, Topes now boasts a complete garden center.
This family owned and operated business has developed eco-friendly products from their years of working
with the trees of the Monterey Peninsula now creating
colored wood chips for your use in place of lawns and
expensive replanting due to lack of water to decorative
uses. The recycled tree waste stems mostly from oak
and pine and are desirable to hold water for your native
plants and trees and is nature material that degrades
along with Mother Nature in time.
In addition to the recycled mulch products, Topes
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Many cleaning products contain toxic chemicals that
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harsh cleaners, and may even save you money.
White vinegar not only has disinfectant properties,
it can cleans grime, especially on smooth surfaces and is
great for mirrors and glass. It absorbs odors and removes
mold and mildew.
• Depending on need, dilute with water or use directly
for more strength.
• For the toilet bowl, scrub with undiluted vinegar.
• Spray full-strength onto mold - no need to rinse.
• For general cleaning, pour equal parts vinegar and
water into a spray bottle.
• Spray a mixture of 1 tablespoon of vinegar and 2 cups
of water to clean windows - dry with a rag.
• Mop floors with a mixture of 1 cup vinegar and 1 gallon of water.
• To clean microwave, microwave a small bowl of vinegar until boiling, then wipe away the loosened grime.
• Soak smelly sponges for a day in vinegar. Dry in direct
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• May 30, 2014
Home Garden
Solar is an Affordable Option Even for Foggy Pacific Grove
Do you feel like you’re giving more
of your hard earned money to the only
power company in town, with nothing to
show for it? Solar Universe can be an
option to you! Solar is a way that homes
can produce their own safe, clean energy
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More homes are going solar in our area.
As you take your evening walk look at
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Turn off the TV and
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The flat-screen TV continues to be
the biggest energy drain in the American
home -- and that's just when you think it's
off! So put the TV on a power strip and
really turn it off. And at the same time,
turn off that DVD player you haven't
used since November and plug the Wii
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PAC I F I C G ROV E C H A M B ER O F CO M M ERC E
Friday, May 30 • 6-9 PM
Chelsie Hill be doing a book signing at BookWorks in Pacific Grove at
6pm on June 3.
Her new book, “Push Girl,”0 cowritten with Jessica Love, is a fictional
story about a teen-aged girl who is
involved in a car accident and awakens
in a hospital, paralyzed – much the same
as Chelsie's own true life story.
The book is about choices we make
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Feast of Lanterns
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Volunteers are needed for all aspects and activities of the 2014 Feast of
Lanterns, Opening Ceremonies, Feast of
Dance, Feast of Flavors, Pageant Day,
beach clean-up, and closing ceremonies,
among others. There are needs for traffic
direction, sign-in coordinators, vendor
coordinators, ticket sales, stage assistants,
merchandise sales and more.
Feast Week is July 23-27 but the need
extends to activities before and after that
week.
To volunteer, [email protected] or phone chairperson Joni
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Sun Studios
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Taft & Teak
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Tessuti Zoo
171 Forest Ave.
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• May 30, 2014
Sun Safety During the Summer Months
By: Dr. Simon Madorsky
May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month – and summer is quickly
approaching. While this is a time of year
when many Californians look ahead to
lazy summer days at the beach or pool,
it is essential to remember to protect
yourself. Skin cancers are rapidly on the
rise, and an estimated 1 in 5 Americans
can expect to be diagnosed with skin
cancer in their lifetime. In the past three
decades, more people have had skin cancer than all other cancers combined and
the incidence of skin cancers jumped 77
percent between 1992 and 2006 alone.
According to Tim Turnham, executive
director of the Melanoma Research
Foundation, every hour, someone dies
from melanoma, the deadliest form of
skin cancer.
The good news is that – with proper
sun protection and routine self-examinations -- the risk of skin cancers can be
reduced.
Most importantly, your whole fam-
ily needs to adopt healthy sun habits and
use them consistently. Wear a “Broad
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an SPF of 30 every day, even when it is
cloudy. Reapply sunscreen frequently,
and don’t miss places like your ears,
lips, feet and top of your head.
Seek out shade between 10 am and
4 pm, when the sun’s rays are strongest.
Wear a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses
with 100 percent UV protection, and
lightweight, loose-fitting clothing like
long-sleeved shirts and pants to protect
large areas of skin.
Skin cancer, when caught early, is
highly treatable. Exciting new technologies exist that can treat cancers,
often with minimal pain or scarring and
without surgery. That’s why self-examinations are important.
Get in the habit of checking your
skin regularly. Learn the pattern of your
moles and freckles so you can identify
changes. Look for new growths, spots or
bumps that do not heal. Ask a friend of
spouse to check the spots you can’t see,
like the top of your head or your back.
When examining your skin, remember the ABCDs of Moles.
● A – Is the mole Asymmetrical (oddly
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● B – Does it have an irregular or
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● C – Is the mole uneven in Color?
● D – Look at its Diameter. Is it growing in size or larger than a pencil
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If you find any changing moles,
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You should also see a physician annually for a professional skin exam. With
vigilance about proper sun protection
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sunshine while reducing our risk of skin
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Otter Views
As befits the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day was hot enough to send
throngs of pleasure seekers to the shore and out onto the briny. Monterey’s municipal
wharf offered a good view of both, and a 75-minute wait list for brunch provided time
to take it all in.
Gazing around, I was impressed by the range of water sports gear that can now be
bought “off the shelf” from places like Costco, Big Five and REI.
Up on the beach, skim boards zipped across wet sand and banked off the small,
glistening shore break. Where the jetty met the beach, boogie boards and surf mats bore
laughing young riders through the shallows. Out along the wharf, two surfers straddled
pop-out foam boards and waited hopefully for a rogue set from Tahiti.
Farther offshore milled clusters of plastic kayaks as colorful as M&Ms, paddle
blades flashing as they rose and dipped. Standup paddle boarders stroked along beside
the wharf, then turned and threaded their way through barnacled pilings and barking sea
lions into the marina. Another paddler, this one seated, propelled a one-man fiberglass
outrigger seaward with long, sure pulls.
“Look at all the water craft and wave toys you can buy ready-made these days,” I
marveled. “My old dad would have been amazed.”
“Why do you say that?”
“He was a water sports fancier, but he was ahead of his time,” I said. “He had to
make his own gear.”
Prowling though a box of old family photos once, I found a snapshot of my dad at
age 23. Standing in his antique swimsuit beside a lake, he looks wet, cold, skinny and
pleased. He holds up for the camera an odd-looking swim mask with two eyepieces.
A note on the back of the photo tells more. “Lake Mendota, Wisconsin, 1939. First
pair of self-made underwater goggles (not available in stores in those days.)”
By the time my brother and I came along a decade later, our dad had moved the
family to Honolulu. He could now buy his underwater gear from McWayne’s Marine
Supply, but he never lost his Midwestern faith in building your own.
This put him in good company in pre-Statehood Hawaii, where “not available in
stores” applied to many things. If you wanted a skateboard, for instance, you borrowed
a hacksaw and cut a metal roller skate in two. Then you’d mount the wheel pairs on
either end of a narrow board.
Smart kids bolted their wheels snugly onto the board. But I was in a hurry and
used the bent-nail technique. I regretted this several weeks later when my front wheels
worked free midway down a steep hill. I spent the rest of that summer as a mummy.
While in traction, I had time to plan other do-it-yourself sports projects. In its
wisdom, McWayne’s sold swim fins, but the boogie board was still 25 years off in the
future. Wanna-be wave riders too small to handle the heavy balsa surfboards of the day
had to improvise.
Thus, on any given wave, you might see kids riding masonite lunch trays, stubby
Army surplus “air mats,” truck tire inner tubes, or foam “kick boards” hand-painted
with shark teeth and other fanciful designs. My board boasted a wobbly lightning bolt.
Also “not available in stores” was the sleek hydrodynamic planing device known
today as the “skim board.” I still watch in awe as young skimboarders race down the
beach, skip out over the water, bank off incoming waves and surf them back up onto
the sand.
Our stone-age version of this was “sand sliding.” Our home-made boards were
hewn from half-inch plywood, and the big trick was to make them spin across wet sand
by kneeling and dragging one hand.
Board shapes, finishes and performance varied widely. Kids with access to radial arm
saws, planers, sanders and other power tools produced virtual works of art. Their boards
were smooth, beveled, symmetrical and sealed with colorful coats of slick plastic resin.
The rest of us cut the plywood crudely with hand saws, did not bevel the undersides, and disguised our ineptitude with house paint. If anything, our boards were more
challenging to skim. The slightest misstep would cause the edges to dig in, pitching the
rider onto packed sand. It was an aquatic variation of the mummy-maker hill.
When my brother and I were old enough to whine for our own surfboards, our dad
gave us his heavy wooden home-made paddleboard instead. Painted purple, this hollow,
cigar-shaped craft stood 12 feet tall and had a cork in the tail.
Heaving this Leviathan up onto a toy wagon, my brother and I would maneuver
it down to the water, clamber aboard, and paddle tandem-style into small waves. After
each session, we’d stand the board up against a tree, pull the cork, and let the accumulated sea water drain out.
We were understandably stoked when Hawaii’s first foam surfboards became
“available in stores.”
Sotheby’s Real Estate
I first met Michele (Shelly) DeVaughn when she was in Middle School (then
Pacific Grove Jr. High and on Sunset Drive) in 1956. I was working as Secretary to
the Principal, Rudd Crawford. She didn’t remain at the school for the full year as her
father, Neil DeVaughn, was not happy with the environment and moved her to Santa
Catalina. I knew Neil from his famed restaurant on Cannery Row, our favorite eating
spot when we had a little extra money. Shelly came into the office and I remember her
as a darling, enthusiastic girl.
Flash many years forward, to 2006 when we opened the AFRP Treasure Shop on
17th Street. A woman came in to volunteer, one of our first in the new establishment.
As we talked I realized that I had known Michele Tubman when she was a student
in the school where I was employed. She vaguely remembers Miss Christian, but I
recalled “Shelly” very well.
She is still a volunteer eight years later, and we have become very good friends.
There were mutual friends and experiences that formed a bond. She attended Arizona
State, I the University of Arizona (many years before).The strongest connection, however, was our love of animals. I learned about her beloved cat, Fred, and her new (at
the time) horse Tulip. I had ridden since I was a small child and owned my own steed
at one point. He was a wreck and had my mother not purchased him, for a pittance, he
most certainly would have been sent to the “glue factory.”
Tulip was in the same predicament. Michele had sent her horse, “Oliver Big”
to retire. Tulip arrived at “Cross the Diagonal,” a boarding facility in Carmel Valley
and came from Wisconsin. Tulip was 14 years old. A friend knew about Tulip and her
story, talked Michele into taking her and giving her a chance... Michele paid for her
“cross-country trip.” Her appearance upon arriving here was that of a horse headed
to slaughter. “I had a vet in Wisconsin do blood tests on her to make sure she could
make the trip and was not ill. All went well, I was told she just needed some food and
was told she was a Non-Color Appaloosa. She had a pretty face, nice eyes and who
knew she would turn out so PRETTY? As time went on she just glistened. I named
her Tulip, after the flowers which have strong stalks and flowers which were big not
dainty. She was a big mare when she finally filled out her large frame and was very
sturdy. She was like a big puppy (my personal pet as husband, David, called her), who
followed me around.. I had never had a rescue horse nor entertained the idea. I was
talked into taking her. I started riding when I was 6 and had my first horse when I was
9, a mare that had belonged to Dorothy Bramhall and have had many more throughout
my life. There were none like Tulip. I was told many times how lucky she was. Oh,
no, I responded I am the lucky one. She brought me so much joy”
According to Michele, Tulip loved all animals. If a cat or dog came around her,
she would put her head down and nuzzle them. A few months after arriving here, she
moved to Indian Springs Boarding Facility (along South River Road in Salinas). The
pasture gave her a lot of room to roam and be with her herd. Michele moved Tulip back
to Carmel Valley when Indian Springs closed its facility. She didn’t know that the horse
was already ill and once diagnosed she failed rapidly. “It was special having her back
in the Valley, as I could visit her daily to help see her through these last very difficult
months when she became so ill. Tulip was only 22, young for a horse”
Dr. Durham of the Steinbeck Country Equine Clinic got her into the Silocosis research program at UC Davis and three different vets from SCE attended her at different
times, fitting into their very busy schedules. She died of silicosis, indigenous to this
area. On the night before she died two young lady vets left Sacramento at 5:00 PM
drove straight here to pick her up and return immediately to UC Davis. They brought
her carrots and much love, not knowing her or Michele. DVM Regina Zavodovskaya
sent her the following message “We got to Davis uneventfully. Tulip did great during
the ride. We set her up in the stall very comfortably with lots of food and water. She also
had company as there are many horses in the barn. The procedure was scheduled this
morning and Tulip was euthanized at 10:30, before which she got lots of love, carrots
and cookies. She is on a better pasture now and is relieved of her pain.” I hoped that
her being in the research program just might help find a cure so other horses in this
area will not suffer the same plight.
I had trouble getting through this one and if it doesn’t bring a tear, I will be surprised. Those of us who love animals have faced the end many times, we hope that
our pets will simply go to sleep. If they do not we need to help them go through that
final gate to the Pastures of Heaven.
Jane Roland, Manager of AFRP Treasure Shop in Pacific Grove. Gcr770@
aol.com
The morning she left
Six months ago
A few years ago
Times
• May 30, 2014
Resolving Conflicts Between
Co-Agents on A Power of Attorney
Susan L. Alexander, Esq.
(J.D., M.P.A., LL.M. - Taxation)
Spotlight on Seniors
For most people, the durable power of attorney is the most important estateplanning instrument available—perhaps even more useful than a Will. A power of
attorney allows a person you appoint -- your “attorney-in-fact” or “Agent” -- to act in
your place for financial purposes when and if you ever become incapacitated.
In that case, the person you choose will be able to step in and take care of your
financial affairs. Without a durable power of attorney, no one can represent you unless a court appoints a conservator or guardian. The court process takes time, costs
money, and the judge may not choose the person you would prefer. In addition, under a
guardianship or conservatorship, your representative may have to seek court permission
to take planning steps that he or she could implement immediately under if a simple
durable power of attorney had been in place.
A power of attorney may be limited or general. A limited power of attorney may
give someone the right to sign a deed to property on a day when you are out of town.
Or it may allow someone to sign checks for you. A general power is comprehensive
and gives your attorney-in-fact all the powers and rights that you have yourself.
A power of attorney may also be either current or “springing.” Most powers of
attorney take effect immediately upon their execution, even if the understanding is that
they will not be used until and unless the grantor becomes incapacitated. However, the
document can also be written so that it does not become effective until such incapacity
occurs. In such cases, it is very important that the standard for determining incapacity
and triggering the power of attorney be clearly laid out in the document itself.
Having power of attorney over a family member is a big responsibility and sometimes it makes sense to share that responsibility with someone else. But when two people
are named co-agents under a power of attorney, conflicts can arise. Unfortunately, if
the conflict can’t be resolved, it may be necessary to get a court involved.
A power of attorney allows a person to appoint someone called an “agent or
“attorney-in-fact” — to act in his or her place for financial purposes when and if the
person ever becomes incapacitated. A power of attorney can name one agent or it can
require two or more agents to act together.
If you are acting as a co-agent under a power of attorney, but you and your fellow
agent disagree on a course of action or one party has stopped participating in decisionmaking, what can you do? The first thing is to check the wording of the power of attorney document to see if it sets up a procedure for resolving disputes. If the power of
attorney itself doesn’t help, you should contact an Elder Law attorney. The attorney
can tell you if your state’s power of attorney laws offer any guidance. There may be a
state statute that deals with disputes.
If the dispute still cannot be resolved, the final step may be to file a petition in
probate court to let the court decide it. Or if the court finds that one of the agents is not
acting according to the incapacitated person’s best interests, it can revoke the agent’s
authority. Unfortunately, taking the matter to court takes time and money.
If you are creating a power of attorney and want more than one agent to share
responsibility, but want to minimize conflict, you can name two agents and let the
agents act separately. Naming more than two agents can get cumbersome and make
communication difficult. An alternative to naming co-agents is for the power of
attorney document to name agents in sequence. The first-named agent acts alone,
but if he or she cannot serve for some reason, the next person on the list will serve.
There are many options for protecting your interests in the event that you become
incapacitated, but none of these options can be implemented if you don’t have a Durable Power of Attorney in place. I strongly recommend that everyone execute this
extremely important document so that you can be sure that your wishes will be carried
out in the event that you can no longer manage your own affairs.
Susan L. Alexander is a local Elder Law and Estate Planning attorney with offices
in Pacific Grove. She is a long-time member of the National Academy of Elder Law
Attorneys and is a passionate advocate for seniors and their families. Susan can be
reached at 644-0300.
oncentrating on legal counseling,
assistance and advocacy for seniors.
Susan Alexander
Attorney at Law
Elder Law practice areas:
Long-Term Care Issues
Special Needs Planning
Powers Of Attorney
Medi-Cal Planning For Skilled Nursing Benefits
Guardianships and Conservatorships
Healthcare Decision Making
Elder Abuse and Neglect
Wills and Trusts
Probate and Trust Litigation
199 17th Street, Suite L • Pacific Grove, California 93950
831-644-0300 • Fax: 831-644-0330 • www.AlexanderEstateLaw.com
Carmel Art with Wilda Northup
Free Pop-Up “Meet the Artists” Gathering set for Saturday, May 31, beginning
at 11 am at the Carmel Art Association, Dolores St. between 5th and 6th Avenues.
Join the following 19 CAA Artist Members (four of whom reside in Pacific Grove)
for coffee, morning sweets, and an opportunity to talk one-on-one with the painters participating in the “friendly rivalry” of the CAA’s concurrent CAA Goes Plein Air and En
Studio Aire exhibitions that run through Tuesday, June 3, from 10 am until 5 pm daily: Mary FitzGerald Beach, Patty Biederman, Will Bullas, Pamela Carroll, Christine
Crozier, Miguel Dominguez, Anne Downs, Cornelia Emery, Mark Farina, Roianne Hart,
Peggy Jelmini, Andrea Johnson, Alicia Meheen, Wilda Northrop, Howard Perkins, Tim
Sloan, Jeff Daniel Smith, Richard Tette, and Jan Wagstaff.
What are Your Chances of Being
Audited? Part II - Audit Selection
Anatomy of a Trust
Kyle A. Krasa, Esq.
Planning for
Each Generation
Travis H. Long, CPA
Travis on Taxes
Two weeks ago I discussed some of
the statistics regarding your chances of
being audited by the IRS. A few of the
high points from that article were: 1) on
the average, audit rates for individuals
are generally less than one percent each
year, although audit rates jump to over 3
percent on people making over $200,000
a year, 2) about 75 percent of audits are
actually mail correspondence audits focused on a narrow request of information
for specific items on your return rather
than a full-blown in-person, field audit, 3)
partnership, LLC, and s-corporations have
a less than half of one percent chance of
being audited, while small c-corporations
with less than $10 million in assets have an
audit rate just under one percent, 4) larger
c-corporations have increasingly higher
chances of being audited with a roughly
one in three chance for corporations with
over $250 million in assets. If you would
like to read the full article, you can read it
on my website at www.tlongcpa.com/blog. The rest of this article will be devoted to audit selection and in two weeks we will
discuss “red flags.”
Regarding audit selection, let me start
by saying that no matter what you read or
hear, nobody knows the exact methodology the IRS uses to select returns for
audit as it is not public information. All
we really know is the broad overview
the IRS tells us about its methodology
and the limited statistical information
the IRS releases about audits; the rest is
conjecture based on the type of returns that
we as tax practitioners see being audited. Of course that can be warped by our own
experiences. That said, when you have
been in the field long enough and have
read about or talked to others about their
experiences, you do get a good idea of the
common issues for the types of clients with
which you work. When a client comes in
and says, “I heard that if you report over ‘x
amount’ of this, it is a red flag,” or “I am
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not going to file until ‘this date’ because
you are less likely to be audited,” I know
they have latched onto some misguided
information.
So what does the IRS say about their
audit selection tools and methods? First,
they tell us there is a computer scoring
system called “Discriminant Inventory
Function System” (DIF). This system
looks at your return and compares your
return to similar returns to come up with
a score for your return; the higher your
score, the more likely an audit will yield
a tax change. Secondly, they use computers to
match information reported on your return
with information reported by third parties
such as on Forms W-2, 1099, 1098, and the
like. Automatic notices can be generated
as a result of mismatched items.
Third, they admit to using a variety
of other tactics and resources such as the
internet, newspapers, and other public
information, or even people who may file
a complaint or “squeal” on you. They say
they will investigate these sources for reliability before using it for an examination.
They also have the right to contact
third parties about you, such as neighbors,
co-workers, bankers, etc. Generally they
have to inform you if they contact someone
else unless they feel it would jeopardize
their ability to collect the tax or that you
might retaliate against the individual.
Although I have not seen this written
as a tactic employed, I am aware of a
situation where the IRS was selecting
returns because they were prepared by a
particular tax professional in a particular
industry (and no, it wasn’t me!).
In addition there have been various
programs over the years such as the Taxpayer Compliance Measurement Program
and the more current National Research
Program which introduces a random sta-
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The revocable living trust is the most
common estate planning instrument.
While trusts accomplish many goals, one
basic purpose of a revocable living trust
is to solve the problem of title to an asset
being held in the name of someone who
is unable to act due to mental incapacity
or death. In general, without proper planning, the only way for a third party to gain
access to an asset that is titled to a person
who is mentally incapacitated or who has
died is to seek authority from the Court, either through a conservatorship process (in
the case of mental incapacity) or through
the probate process (in the case of death).
A properly drafted trust can bypass both
a conservatorship and a probate.
Every trust has three distinct roles.
They are as follows:
1. Grantor
The “Grantor,” sometimes also referred to as a “Settlor” or a “Trustor,” is
the “Trust Maker.” The Grantor creates the
trust, decides what is going to happen to
the trust’s assets in a variety of scenarios,
and then transfers title of his/her assets to
the trust.
2. Trustee
The “Trustee” is the “Trust Manager.”
The Trustee has all of the powers over the
assets of the trust to invest, sell, purchase,
borrow, loan, gift, and spend the trust’s
assets in accordance with the terms of
the trust.
3. Beneficiary
The Trustee uses his/her powers to
manage the assets that the Grantor placed
into the trust under the terms that the
Grantor established for the benefit of the
“Beneficiary.”
Creating a Living Trust
If you were to create a revocable living trust, you would act as the Grantor.
You would establish the trust, decide
what is going to happen in a variety of
scenarios, and then transfer title of your
assets to the trust.
You would also be the Trustee. You
would manage the assets of the trust under
the terms of the trust that you created.
You would retain all the powers over the
assets that you had before you put them
into the trust.
You would also be the beneficiary.
You would manage the assets for your
own benefit.
You therefore initially occupy all
three roles of the trust. With a revocable
living trust, you are making a contract with
yourself whereby you manage your own
assets for your own benefit under terms
that you establish. This is essentially
what everybody does with their own assets informally.
While you are living and have capacity, everything is pretty much the same: you
have complete control over your assets and
your taxes are the same: you continue to
report your income on your 1040 and 540.
The only difference is that title to your assets – with a few exceptions – should be
held in your name as trustee of the trust.
As I often tell my clients, your “new last
name” for titling purposes is “trustee.”
While it would be “business as usual”
while you are living and have capacity, the
trust would enable agents of your choice
to gain access to your assets in the event
of incapacity or death.
If you no longer had the mental
capacity to manage your finances, your
trust would name a “Successor Trustee”
who, after demonstrating your incapacity
through a method that you established,
would have access to your finances.
Although you would no longer be the
Trustee of your trust, you would still be
the beneficiary and the Trustee would be
legally obligated to manage your assets for
your benefit. This solves the problem of
assets being held in the name of a person
who is incapacitated and avoids a Court
conservatorship.
Upon death, your trust would also
name “Successor Beneficiaries” who
would have an interest in the trust’s assets
per the terms that you established. The
Successor Trustee would be obligated to
See KRASA Page 21
Estate Planning
Living Trusts & Wills
Elder Law Care
Trust Administration
Medi-Cal Planning
Asset Protection
Kyle A. Krasa, Esq.
Kyle A. Krasa, Esq. is
Certified as an Estate,
Planning, Trust and
Probate Specialist
by the State Bar of
California Board of
Legal Specialization
704-D Forest Avenue • Pacific Grove
Phone: 831-920-0205
www.KrasaLaw.com • [email protected]
Times
• May 30, 2014
Organic farming on the rise
By Cameron Douglas
The face of agriculture is quietly
changing in the United States, as environmental awareness is prompting many
farmers and produce entrepreneurs to rethink methods of their art. From the Salad
Bowl of California to the far reaches of the
world, organic farming is hitting its stride.
The practice calls for a wealth of knowledge about crop rotation, soil and weed
management, compost, green manure, and
biological pest control.
A growing movement
Sustainable organic agriculture is
becoming ever more widespread. Here
in Monterey County, Serendipity Farms
grows open field organic produce in the
mouth of Carmel Valley. Their goods are
distributed to select drop-off sites: the
PG Health and Water Store; Highway
68 at Corral de Tierra; 191 Lighthouse
in New Monterey; Sweet Elena’s bakery
in Seaside; CHOMP; and the farm itself.
Check the website for specific times.
www.serendipity-organic-farm.com/
Ecopia® Farms is based in Campbell,
CA and uses indoor growing methods.
They deliver USDA Certified Organic
produce directly to local chefs, restaurants,
and consumers. Their products include lettuces and greens; petite herbs and micro
greens; flowers; and specialty items.
The company claims its methods
provide “next generation sustainability.”
This is done several ways. They use real
proprietary soils instead of hydroponics,
with retained nutrients and regular crop
rotation. Another is low water use: while
the USDA reports the average head of
lettuce requires more than 75 gallons of
water to reach harvest, Ecopia’s methods
need less than 12 gallons. Ecopia® Farms
uses 95 percent less land than traditional
open field farming. This efficiency comes
from their use of indoor structures with
vertically stacked trays.
All this, along with localization that
cuts the impact of cross-country trucking,
adds up to a greatly reduced carbon footprint.
www.ecopiafarms.com/
The Agriculture and Land-Based
Training Association (ALBA) extends
educational and business opportunities
for farm workers and aspiring farmers to
grow and sell crops on two organic farms
in Monterey County. One of those is on
Old Stage Road in Salinas. Last October,
twenty-one ALBA students graduated
from the Farmer Education Program to
join the organic farming community.
Alba also introduces fourth and fifthgrade students to the benefits of organic
farming with first-hand learning time.
www.albafarmers.org/
Down in Escondido, Archi’s Acres
pursues a similar endeavor. Archi’s is a
certified organic greenhouse operation,
run by and for military veterans. They
use hydroponics, with the primary purpose of educating veterans and college
students in the methods of sustainable agriculture and successful entrepreneurship.
Archi’s Acres is partnered with Cal Poly
Pomona College of the Extended University, through Archi’s Veterans’ Sustainable
Agriculture Training (VSAT). Students
can earn 17 units of academic credit in
addition to receiving the VSAT certificate.
annum. Approximately 91,000,000 acres
of organic farmland was being worked as
of 2011: this still makes up less that ten
percent of total world farmland.
Send comments and suggestions
for future Green Pages to: cameron@
cedarstreettimes.com/
Fertilizers
One of the chief long-term benefits
of organic farming is the discontinuation
of harmful fertilizers. Artificial fertilizers date back to the 18th century, when
superphosphates were used. Ammoniabased fertilizers were mass-produced
during World War I. Those early fertilizers were cheap, strong, and easy to
transport. Pesticides followed in the
1940’s, referred to as the “pesticide era.”
While beneficial in the short term, the
long-term effects of soil compaction,
erosion, and loss of soil quality are now
at the forefront, along with human health
concerns about such chemicals entering
the food supply.
Pest control
So what about insects, mites, fungi,
and bacteria that can devastate a crop of
tender lettuces? The organic farmer obviously does not use store-bought chemical pesticides. It requires real knowledge
and forethought. After identifying which
pests show up, the organic farmer lays
out a strategy to use natural oils and
predatory creatures to deal with the
invaders. No single thing works for all
situations. Minute pirate bugs, big-eyed
bugs, and ladybugs eat a healthy variety
of pests. Parasitoid wasps are effective
for a select group of prey; but like other
insects in the outdoors, wasps are at the
mercy of the wind. It’s a complex issue.
Naturally derived insecticides allowed for use on organic farms include
Bacillus thuringiensis (a bacterial toxin),
pyrethrum (extracted from chrysanthemum), spinosad (a bacterial metabolite),
neem (a tree extract), and rotenone
(extracted from legumes). Other things
are used as fungicides. Bacillus subtilis
does very well in that category, mainly
for defense against root disease.
As it stands
Since 1990, the market for organic
food has grown tremendously, with sales
hitting $63 billion in 2012. In turn, the
demand for organically managed farmland
has increased at a rate of 8.9 percent per
Mayflower Presbyterian
Church Invites Kids
to ‘Weird Animals’ VBS
A summer kids’ event called Weird Animals: Where Jesus’ Love Is
One-of-a-Kind will be hosted at Mayflower Presbyterian Church on June
9 to13 from 9 to 12 noon. Kids entering grades 1-6 will learn about some
of God’s most creative creations. They’ll play teamwork-building games,
sing catchy songs, dig into yummy treats, participate in cool Bible adventures, collect app-activated Bible Memory Buddies to remind them they
are one of a kind, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos to play with all summer long. Family members and friends can come daily for The Tail End
closing. Kids at Weird Animals VBS will join an international mission
effort to share God’s love by providing clean water for school children in
India. Only 9 openings remain, so children must register soon. A donation of $5 per child is suggested. For more information and registration
forms go to mayflowerpres.org or the church at 14th & Central, or call
831-373-4705.
Organic lettuce towers in a greenhouse. Image courtesy pinterest/
Mon.-Fri.
10AM-5PM
Sat. & Sun.
9AM - 6PM
Blessings
Boutique
831-641-0813
620 Lighthouse Ave.
Pacific Grove
California 93950
Rancho Cielo
Drummond Academy:
Write this down for next school year
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Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill
Bixby Belgian Blonde, Doc Brown,
and Habañero Mine Sweeper
Steve Wheeler
Restaurant Review
It’s probably too late to enjoy a
meal at the Drummond Culinary Academy this school year, as the Graduating
Class of 2014 will be serving its final
gustatory creations on the first Friday
of June. (During the school year you
can enjoy dining here every Friday.) If,
after reading this review, you want to
immediately treat yourself and others to
an incredible dining experience you can
try to get reservations before the June
deadline by contacting the Academy at
the following number: 831-444-3550. I
strongly recommend you visit their website, ranchocieloc.org, to see full details
and updates, since “Special Events” will
occur during the summer months.
The indoor-outdoor dining area
overlooks a rustic view of the Salinas
Valley and the Facility itself is located
within Rancho Cielo, which is a comprehensive learning and social services
center for under-served youth.
I had no idea what to expect last
night when friends invited us to dine
with them at a place called “Rancho
Cielo.” What a novel surprise it was to
walk into a restaurant and be pampered
the entire evening by happy, motivated,
energetic and efficient young folkstotally oriented to pleasing their guests.
During our meal the young culinary staff
were mentored by adult volunteers and
professional staff, whose cheerfulness
and good-will made our dining even
better.
But the food! That’s what we came
for: What a repast! First of all came
complimentary “Soup Shooters.” Miniature mugs arrived, each containing a shot
of hot asparagus soup. This was the first
clue that the rest of our meal was going
to be a treat. Our party unanimously
agreed that it was the best rendition of
asparagus they had ever experienced.
After ordering wine from an excellent
Above: The brulée step in the Crême
Brulée
Below, the welcoming dining room at
Rancho Cielo.
list of Monterey County candidates we
perused a menu of offerings similar to
those by a small boutique restaurant,
ranging from Ranch Steak to Seafood
Pasta. The price for an entire meal ran
from $24 to $30 and included three
choices of salad, and three choices of
dessert.
The salads were perfect! My favorite was “The Wedge.” Several in our
party ordered this artful delight‚ filled
with flavors of cheese, sour cream, balsamic vinegar and toasted bread crumbs.
Others marveled over the Caesar and
also the Salinas Valley Field Greens.
My entrée was the Mustard Crusted
Salmon and it was to “die” for. Others
indicated equal pleasure with the Chicken Picatta and the Tortelline Androeotti.
Sorry no pictures of entrées – they were
eaten before I had a chance to put my
camera to use.
Ahh‚ then came the desserts! We
had a choice of Flourless Chocolate
Cake, Free-Form Apple Pie, Crême
Brulée or Strawberries in Chocolate Mousse. Bottom line: each guest
believed they had the best of choice.
Although we did not order the “Strawberries in Chocolate Mousse,” our pastry
chef, Ana, after taking a liking to us,
brought forth two martini glasses filled
with this complimentary ambrosia. After
our tasting frenzy, needless to say, nothing was left.
If I were a professional restaurant
reviewer, I would give The Drummond
Culinary Academy highest marks for a
great Monterey Peninsula dining experience.
- Steve Wheeler
By Sally Baho
What do Bixby Belgian Blonde, Doc Brown, and Habañero Mine Sweeper all
have in common? They can all be found on the menu (and on tap) at the new Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill.
The Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill is just what Monterey needs to fit into the
craft beer brewing craze that is sweeping the nation. Not to mention the “seasonal,
local, sustainable” philosophy that is increasingly common and environmentally
conscious.
The building itself is beautifully designed and filled with natural light, as it spans
the entire block, from Alvarado to Calle Principal.
J.C. Hill, the owner and head brewer brings Southern California vibes and his
expertise of beer brewing, having opened The Amplified Aleworks in Pacific Beach
(San Diego) and five years of brewing experience, plus, he’s Cicerone Certified – a
title claiming to be to the beer world what sommelier is to the wine world. He argues
that beer and food pair perfectly, which fits the brewery & grill motif of his new
business. “Beer adds carbonation, making it better than wine to pair with food,” he
claimed controversially. “The carbonation cuts the fat in the food.” Maybe that’s
why beer goes so well with a burger. His preference for beer brewing is West Coast
style ales such as India Pale Ales (IPAs) – which are a “flavor forward beer” heavy on
the hops, that bitter beer flavor that you either love or hate.
Aaron Haas, the young, highly decorated chef brings quite the resume to table
– with experience as the Executive Chef at the Evergreen Lodge in Groveland, CA,
Rancho Cielo, The Drummond Cu- Sous Chef at The Clement at the Intercontinental Hotel in Monterey and Jeninni
linary Academy, is at 710 Old Stage Rd, Kitchen & Wine Bar in our very own, Pacific Grove. He’s a locavore with a wasteSalinas, CA 93908
nothing attitude and the passion to develop the menu and keep it constantly changing
and compatible with the beer selection.
The Grand Opening Benefit on Wednesday, 7 May was the perfect way to
welcome this new locale to the community with all the proceeds benefiting the
Carol Hatton Breast Cancer Center at CHOMP. A pink beer, blonde ale brewed with
hibiscus flowers, was appropriately served for the occasion and was a tart, refreshing way to keep cool at the well-attended event. Items off the menu were served
in hors-d’oeuvres fashion – duck ham flat bread with a kick, skewered kebabs, and
chocolate-drizzled beignet bites. The Breast Cancer Center was chosen as the charity
because according to John Hill, Jr., the proprietor and father-of-the-owner, “Everyone knows someone who has been touched by breast cancer.” And also, because his
father was the director of world-renowned architect, Edward Durrell Stone’s, West
Coast offices; the architect that designed CHOMP. The fourth generation of the Hill
family is on the way, as the young Mrs. Hill is expecting and planning to give birth at
CHOMP.
Staff ready to serve in the spotless
So stop in and have a beer, you might find that the cool tickle in your throat from
kitchen
a habañero beer is just what you need!
Below: Ana must have liked us for
she brought forth two martini glasses
Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill 426 Alvarado Street Monterey, California 93940
filled with Strawberries in Chocolate
Mousse
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P LONG
either manage the assets on behalf of the
Successor Beneficiaries or to distribute
the assets directly to the Successor Beneficiaries and then terminate the trust. This
solves the problem of assets being held in
the name of a person who is deceased and
avoids a Court probate.
KRASA LAW is located at 704-D
Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA, and
Kyle can be reached at 831-920-0205.
Disclaimer: This article is for general
information only. Reading this article does
not establish an attorney/client relationship. Because of the complexity of the
law, you should consult with a qualified
attorney licensed to practice law in your
community before acting upon any of the
information contained within this article.
tistical selection methodology. One of the
uses for the information gathered in this
program is to fine-tune the DIF computer
scoring system. It also means that ANYONE can be audited.
In two weeks we will discuss “red
flags.”
Prior articles are republished on my
website at www.tlongcpa.com/blog.
IRS Circular 230 Notice: To the extent
this article concerns tax matters, it is not
intended to be used and cannot be used
by a taxpayer for the purpose of avoiding
penalties that may be imposed by law.
Travis H. Long, CPA is located at
706-B Forest Avenue, PG, 93950 and
focuses on trust, estate, individual, and
business taxation. He can be reached at 831-333-1041.
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Times
• May 30, 2014
Your Letters
Opinion
Memorial Day
Re-elect Sheriff Miller: He is the
Best Person for the Job
Editor:
Political races by their very nature are usually hard fought. But for reasons I don’t
fully understand our sheriff’s race is usually the foulest and most contentious of all local
elections. This year certainly is no exception. I am voting to reelect Sheriff Scott Miller.
For the record, and contrary to popular belief, I am not related to Scott. I have
known Scott for over 25 years. I worked closely with him for six years at the Pacific
Grove Police Department when he was police chief and about four years when he was
a councilman and I was police chief.
These have been hard times for every police agency in California. Dwindling
resources, raising crime and a demanding public has taken its toll. Every law enforcement agency has issues.
Scott has four children. Sadly, one became addicted to drugs. And drug abusers
associate with other drug abusers. No family is immune from the ravages of drugs or
alcohol abuse, not even law enforcement families. During my 30+ years in law enforcement and my last eight years on the NGO boards that deal with this very issue, this is
far too common. We all want the best for our children and I understand Scott wanting
to help his son. I know Scott did not enable his son’s drug use.
I am voting to reelect Sheriff Scott Miller because I believe he is the best person
for the job.
Carl Miller
Pacific Grove
Cal-Am is the problem, not the solution
Editor:
Many folks think that a new desal plant will solve all of our water problems. Not
hardly. I have heard no one say that a new desal will lower your water bill. Why not?
Because it won’t! Your bill will continue to rise, and probably dramatically. This will
cause users to use even less water, which will further cause your bill to increase. As
you’ve probably noticed, when you conserve water - your bill goes up. This is due to the
fact that Cal-Am has “fixed costs” (including executive compensation) and the CPUC
allows them to collect for these costs, no matter the effect on ratepayers. If revenues
lag (due to conservation), they simply raise the rates. And the cycle goes on unabated
- and Cal-Am loves it. More money for less water. Sweet!
And your politicians - hoodwinked on one side by Cal-Am, and manipulated on
the other by the business community - will never save you from this money-sucking
black hole. They’re totally out of touch with the community and just not that smart to
begin with. And to be perfectly honest, they just don’t give a damn either.
No, there’s only one way out of this quandry, and that’s with a publicly owned water
purveyor. Public agencies cannot legally make profits, and with lower rates, usage will
slowly increase which could result in surpluses which could further lower water rates.
And thus, the cycle will be broken.
A yes vote on Measure O is the first step towards achieving reasonable water prices,
and is in fact the solution to our water problem. Cal-Am is not, and never will be the
solution - they’re the problem.
Heidi Whilden will be an asset
Laurence Randolph
Carmel Valley
Editor:
My endorsement for Commissioner Heidi Whilden for Judge of the Superior Court,
Monterey County is absolute. Having worked with her in the Family Law Division at
the Monterey Courthouse as her Calendar Clerk, I know what a wonderful and courteous Commissioner she is. She has a clear understanding that the unrepresented litigants
are already stressed out on just having to attend the hearings. She allows them to speak.
She responds thoughtfully. Her demeanor on the bench is respectful to everyone and
especially to the law itself. I ask that you attend her court hearings on Thursday mornings that she presides over so that you too can witness what I already know. She will
be an asset to the Monterey County Superior Court Bench. Vote for Heidi Whilden.
Marti Ortiz McKim
Carmel
Don’t Read What the Campaigners Say
To The Undecided
I don’t know how to say this without sounding alarmist, but I’ve never heard
anyone disagree with this notion: unless we make major progress on the desal plant by
December 31, 2016, the State Water Board will cut our water supply to 40 percent of
what it is now. And they’ve shown every indication that they’ll play hardball. I know
we can’t be sure what they’ll do, but are you going to bet the economic well-being of
the entire area on the Water Board reversing itself?
You may say, “I’ve read that the transition will take many years, and going public
won’t affect the desal plant.” Well, don’t read what the campaigners are saying. Read
what the experts say — since the desal plant cannot be finished by the deadline, the
Water Board will have to judge our progress subjectively. And if Measure O passes,
the Board is likely to conclude that we care more about taking over Cal-Am than about
the desal plant. Contrary to what the campaigners are saying, that’s the real reason that
virtually all the Mayors and the Board of Supervisors and so many others are against
Measure O.
Please trust our elected leaders and support our communities. Please go vote no
on O.
Kim Murdock
Pacific Grove
By Senator Bill Monning
On Monday, May 26, Americans observed Memorial Day and remember all those
who have given their lives while serving in our nation’s armed forces. There are many
stories about the origins of this holiday. It was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1878,
by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic,
and was first observed on May 30, 1878. Men and women decorated the graves of
fallen Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery, a tradition we
continue to this day.
In an effort to make federal holidays more uniform, Congress passed the National
Holiday Act of 1971. While Memorial Day is actually May 30 each year, we observe
it on the last Monday in May. For some, the extended weekend and warm weather
detracts from the true purpose of this solemn day, which is why in December of 2000
the White House passed the “National Moment of Remembrance” resolution. At 3:00
p.m. local time on Memorial Day, all Americans are asked to voluntarily and informally observe in their own way a moment of remembrance and respect, pausing from
whatever they are doing for a moment of silence or to listen to Taps.
As I have done for many years, I look forward to paying my respects in Castroville
this Memorial Day at the Avenue of the Flags event held at the Moss Landing Cemetery.
The hard work and dedication of those who host this event should be commended and
we should all feel a sense of pride in honoring the men and women who have fought
to protect our freedoms. My father, a highly decorated WWII Veteran, died while on
active duty at the Army War College in Pennsylvania when I was 15. On Memorial
Day, I honor his memory, as well as the sacrifice of all those who have fallen in war.
Many cities and towns host Memorial Day parades as an act of observance. That
these services are attended by the families and friends of those who lost their lives
and by those who have never lost someone to war is a testament to the valor of our
soldiers. Ceremonies like the one in Castroville invite community members to come
together to pay their respects and decorate the graves of soldiers with flowers and flags.
Typically, the U.S. flag is raised to the top of the staff and then lowered to half-staff,
to pay homage to the more than one million men and women who have given their
lives on the battlefield. At noon, the flag is once again raised to the top of the staff to
symbolize that their sacrifices were not in vain.
I hope you will join me this Monday and take some time to observe Memorial
Day…take a moment to pay your respects to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.
Pet Extreme is Helping Homeless Pets
Editor:
There is so much negativity in our news, on the other hand there aresome positive
things happening right in Pacific Grove. Pet Extreme, a member collection site for the
national nonprofit “Pets of the Homeless” is accepting pet food and working with St.
Mary’s By the Sea that will distribute the donations.
Companion pets are very important in the lives of many homeless people. They
find solace, protection and companionship through their pets. They care for their pets
on limited resources so they themselves have less. Nationally, “Pets of the Homeless”
works to feed and provide basic emergency veterinary care to their pets and thus relieve
the anguish and anxiety of the homeless. The pet food is one less thing that a homeless
person has to worry about on any given day.
For more information contact Pet Extreme or visit www.petsofthehomeless.org
Genevieve Frederick, Founder/President
Pets of the Homeless
206 S. Division St.
Carson City, NV 89703
775-841-7463
[email protected]
www.petsofthehomeless.org
Genevieve Frederick
Carson City, NV
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Times • Page 23
Scene 40: Harry Is Concerned About the Longevity of Women
Bernard Furman
Marriage Can Be Funny
H: Those and other jokes like them started me thinking about death and that led me to
the realization that in general, women far outlive their husbands; and if this continues,
it will have dire consequences.
A: I have no idea what you are talking about.
H: Do you agree that on average women live longer than their men?
A: So what?
H: Do you have any idea what the ratio is?
Harry and Alice Wilson are having breakfast in their Pacific Grove home the morning
after Pop’s visit.
Alice: That’s a very nice thing you’re doing for your father---supplying him with jokes
that are making him so popular at Sunnydale. How come you didn’t mention it to me?
Harry: I didn’t think it was such a big thing. The idea was that on every visit I’d bring
with me a list of jokes for him to read for his own amusement and maybe tell to a
couple of his cronies. Who knew that at age 90-plus years my Dad would become
a stand-up comic?
A: Well, it’s very thoughtful of you and he certainly appreciates it. Do you have any
special categories from which you take jokes for him?
H: No special categories. I select those that I think the funniest, except of course I don’t
include any related to death, because there are so many people at Sunnydale of an
age where they are close to it and might be upset.
A: It’s hard for me to conceive of jokes related to death being humorous.
H: Believe it or not, there are a lot of them. Here are two I recall offhand:
Two men are playing golf. A funeral procession passes by and one of the golfers stops
in mid-swing, takes off his cap, kneels down and prays. “That is very touching,” the
other golfer says. “I’m truly impressed.” “Well,” says the first, “I feel it’s the least I
could do, considering that we were married for 35 years.”
While at a wake, three men got into a conversation about what they would like people
to say about them as they lay in their coffins after they had died. The first said he
would like people to say that he was kind and generous. The second said he hoped
they’d say that he was a good Christian. The third said he’d like people to say, “Look!
He’s moving!”
A: I see what you mean. I guess that humor can be found in anything.
A: None.
H: Neither did I, until I thought about our personal acquaintance with couples where
one of the spouses died. The result was amazing!
A: How?
H: Out of eleven couples I could think of where one of the spouses died, ten were men
and only one was a woman! For example, John Lindell died of colon cancer. Hal
Hersh died of a heart attack. Ed Zaro and Bruce Hoover died of cerebral hemorrhages. Shall I go on?
A: No need; I believe you without hearing all the gruesome details.
H: The only female who died was Sydell Kalman, and that was due to a sinus cancer
that occurs so rarely there were articles written about her case.
A: So where are you headed with all this, Harry?
H: Aren’t you listening? That’s a ten to one ratio! If our experience is typical, the government has been withholding this information and we’re doomed!
A: Who is doomed and how?
H: I think it’s all part of a great conspiracy against men whereby women will end up
with all the wealth and men will be their impoverished consorts.
A: And how will this marvelous result be accomplished?
H: For decades, a man could leave only 50% of his estate to his spouse free of tax.
Some years back, the estate tax statute was changed to provide that nothing a husband
bequeaths to his wife is taxable. This encourages men to leave everything to their
wives. Combine this with the fact that they live longer, and you see that women will
eventually end up with all the money.
A: And you are the only one to realize this, and you want to change it how?
H: My first thought was the elimination of a percentage of female fetuses.
A: Compulsory abortions? I always knew you were a little crazy.
H: It wouldn’t accomplish anything, anyway. Longevity is the problem.
A: So how would you suggest that be handled?
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H: Well, the obvious answer would be euthanasia of women when they reach a certain
age—maybe 60 or 65, but I don’t think that would fly.
A: I wouldn’t think so.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
File No. 20140912
The following person is doing business as PREMIER
PROPERTIES; PREMIER PROPERTY MANAGEMENT; and PREMIER PROPERTIES OF CARMEL,
1011 Cass St.. #109, Monterey, Monterey County,
CA 93940. LARRY SCHOLINK, 27400 Heavens
Way, Carmel, CA 93923. This statement was filed
with the Clerk of Monterey County on April 28, 2014.
Registrant commenced to transact business under the
fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on
4/15/2014. Signed: Larry Scholink. This business is
conducted by a general partnership. Publication dates:
5/16, 5/23, 5/30, 6/6/14
File No. 20141033
The following person is doing business as GMH &
ASSOCIATES, 3211 Tallmon Street, Marina, CA,
Monterey County, CA 93933. GINA M. HINDS, 3211
Tallmon Street, Marina, CA 93933. This statement
was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May
1, 2014. Registrant commenced to transact business
under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed
above on 05-14-14. Signed: Gina M. Hinds. This business is conducted by individual. Publication dates:
5/16, 5/23, 5/30, 6/6/14
File No. 20140945
The following person is doing business as SIXTYEIGHTWEST, 1078 Ortega Rd., Pebble Beach,
Monterey County, CA 93953. ERIK UPPMAN, 1078
Ortega Rd., Pebble Beach, CA 93953. This statement
was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on May
1, 2014. Registrant commenced to transact business
under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed
above on N/A. Signed: Erik Uppman. This business is
conducted by a general partnership. Publication dates:
5/16, 5/23, 5/30, 6/6/14
File No. 20140927
The following person is doing business as MONTEREY ANTIQUES, 980 Fremont St., Monterey,
Monterey County, CA 93940. WARREN LEE
ROSEN, 121 Red Hawk Lane, Aptos, CA 95003.
This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey
County on April 29, 2014. Registrant commenced to
transact business under the fictitious business name
or name(s) listed above on 04-29-14. Signed: Warren
Rosen. This business is conducted by an individual.
Publication dates: 5/23, 5/30, 6/6, 6/13/14
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME:
Petition of ELIZABETH STEINEM
Case No. M127964
Filed MAY 27, 2014. To all interested persons: Petitioner ELIZABETH STEINEM filed a petition with this court
for a decree changing name as follows: present name ELIZABETH STEINEM to proposed name ELIZABETH
DANIELS. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the
hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any
person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for
the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to
show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the
petition without a hearing. Notice of hearing date: July 25, 2014 Time: 9:00 a.m., Dept. 15. The address of the
court is: Superior Court of California, County of Monterey, 1200 Aguajito Road, Monterey, CA 93940. A copy of
this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four consecutive weeks prior to the date
set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: CEDAR
STREET TIMES. DATE: May 27, 2014 Judge of the Superior Court: Thomas W. Wills. Publication dates: 05/30,
06/06, 06/13, 06/20/14
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME:
Petition of FRANCISCO DANIEL CORTEZ
Case No. M127961
Filed MAY 27, 2014. To all interested persons: Petitioner FRANCISCO DANIEL CORTEZ filed a petition with
this court for a decree changing name as follows: present name FRANCISCO DANIEL CORTEZ to proposed
name FRANK DANIELS. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before
this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not
be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes
the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear
at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the
court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of hearing date: July 25, 2014 Time: 9:00 a.m., Dept. 15.
The address of the court is: Superior Court of California, County of Monterey, 1200 Aguajito Road, Monterey,
CA 93940. A copy of this Order To Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four consecutive
weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed
in this county: CEDAR STREET TIMES. DATE: May 27, 2014 Judge of the Superior Court: Thomas W. Wills.
Publication dates: 05/30, 06/06, 06/13, 06/20/14
H: And then it came to me! A solution so simple, it’s brilliant!
A: And what is it, my genius-husband?
H: Everything left to a wife over a specified amount, is taxed at 90%! That would reduce
bequests and prevent the bible’s prophecy from coming true.
A: What prophecy is that?
H: According to a recently published article by a renowned biblical scholar, a mistake
was made when the King James version of the New Testament was
prepared. The fifth verse of the fifth chapter of the Gospel of Matthew should read:
“Blessed are the women, for they shall inherit the earth.”
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Times
Will Bullas Show
at Carmel Art
Association
Welcoming Artist
Kathryn Greenwald
Watercolorist Will Bullas’ first solo
show in two years features an all new collection especially created for this exhibition. The master of visual puns has titled
his latest exhibition “Signs of Life.” “Most
images have references to everyday, right-
• May 30, 2014
New at Pacific Grove Art Center
Elmarie Dyke Gallery
ArtSmart
Nadine Annand Gallery
Irina Daylene “Crazy for Sumo … and Mad For Life!”
Louise Cardeiro Boyer
Tiny Treasures Annual Fundraiser
David Henry Gill Gallery
Julie Brown Smith “The Faust Project”
Last day to see the shows is Thursday July 10, 2014. Gallery Hours W-Sat
12-5, Sun 1-4.
Artist Statement Julie Brown Smith
Seven years ago I began the immense undertaking of illustrating Johann Wolfgang
von Goethe’s “Faust.” Why have so many artists, including myself, been inspired to
illustrate this literary masterpiece? I believe this is due to Goethe’s reworking of the
legend to focus on the interconnected relationship of Faust and Mephistopheles, and
Goethe’s innovative recasting of Mephistopheles as Faust’s alter ego. In Goethe’s
version, Mephistopheles describes himself as “part of the Darkness that gave birth to
light...a part of that power that always wills evil, and always achieves good.” Mephistopheles represents the duality within the character of Faust: the good and evil
that can simultaneously exist within one person as well as the inner struggle of a man
constantly striving to spiritually transcend his earthly existence.
From the very first reading I felt compelled to create a body of work depicting the
emotional journey taken by Faust and Mephistopheles, both fascinating, accessible, and
sympathetic characters. The enormous scale of the external actions of the characters
coupled with the magnification of Faust’s inner turmoil dictated that these paintings
be created life-sized or larger, rendered starkly in black and white. My research and
my many re-readings of the play culminated in an intense focus on the three major
characters: Faust, Mephistopheles, and Margaret. The distillation of this major literary text into a visual body of work depicts the conflict within Faust, the connection to
in-front-of-us ‘signs.’ You know, the ones
placed on poles, tacked on buildings, and
rudely scrawled on the urban landscape.
Then there are those images with ‘signs’
that have no reference to anything or anyone living or dead,” Bullas says about the
content of his latest body of work.
In addition to the works on display,
Bullas will put himself out on display, so
to speak—at two Meet the Artists events.
First he will present a talk on June 22,
from 5 to 7 p.m., called “The Professional Artist in the Digital Universe.”
Wine will be served and the event is free
to members with a suggested donation for
non-members of $5. On Sunday, June 29
from 10 a.m. to noon Bullas will give a
visual presentation and overview of how
he works, where he gets his ideas and how
he prepares for an exhibition. He may also
have a few new additions to the show, and
some insight into what to expect from his
creative offerings in the near and far future.
Coffee, juice and Red’s donuts will be
served and the event is free to the public.
The CAA also presents the New
Member Show featuring Carmel Valley
painter and print-maker Kathyn Greenwald. Kathryn was recently selected to
join the Association in the Annual Jury
for New Members. Kathryn will show
monotype prints. An opening reception
for both shows will be on Saturday, June
7, from 5 to 7 pm; the shows will be on
display from June 5 through July 1.
The Carmel Art Association is Carmel’s oldest gallery and features the work
of over 100 local professional artists. It is
located on Dolores Street between 5th and
6th in beautiful downtown Carmel. Hours
are 10 to 5 daily. For more information
please call 831-624-6176 or visit the CAA
website at www.carmelart.org.
Artist Statement Irina Daylene
For subject matter, Irina Daylene draws upon everything around her as well as
subject matters inspired by her global travels, which have taken her to many points
on our planet. The African landscapes and wildlife, the coral reefs and breath-taking
mountains of Australia, the Sumo wrestlers of Japan have all been inspirations for my
many paintings and sculptures in these last few years.
In Irina’s travels to Asia, she spent time in Japan, observing the people and the
culture. With her keen eye, she perceived the special quality of life that the Sumo
wrestlers lead. They live a very disciplined life for many years in order to attain their
stature in the professional world of wrestling. But, she asked herself, wouldn’t they
also like to have some play time and fun, doing what young people all over the world
do? Skating, surfing, riding in a convertible or playing Leapfrog? In Irina’s sculptures,
we see these professional wrestlers doing just that... and having a blast!
Tiny Treasures Annual Fundraiser
We are fortunate to live in a beautiful part of the world with so many creative
people AND a community that values the arts. Generous artists have donated an
amazing array of miniature art this year to support the PGAC’s annual Tiny Treasures
fundraiser. Tiny Treasures generates income to help the PGAC continue to meet our
mission of building community through creativity. This is a very important event for
us; as a small non-profit, every ticket purchased helps. Plus it’s a lot of fun to see
the variety of art--we are always amazed at what artists can do in miniature. Every
miniature will be displayed with a box in which patrons may purchase and deposit
tickets to be drawn at the close of the show. $3 each ticket, or 7 for $20. One ticket
will be drawn from each box, and the holder of that ticket will win the accompanying
art piece. Winners will be announced via the PGAC website within two-weeks of the
show’s closing. Become an art collector AND partner with our mission! We thank
you for your continued support.
ArtSmart
ArtSmart is the Pacific Grove Art
Center’s outreach education program
for our local public schools. For the last
year, our program included teaching the
third-grade classes of Robert Down and
Forest Grove Elementary Schools. The
goals of ArtSmart are to educate children
in the many aspects of creating art, selling art, to stimulate art appreciation, to
provide a sense of how our organization
works, and to build community. For each
exhibition, classes tour the galleries and
then create an art project inspired by the
art on display. Each ArtSmart field trip
lasts approximately two hours, and the
classes get to visit several times per year.
We are excited about the opportunity to contribute to art education in
the unique environment of the P.G. Art
Center. We are also most appreciative
of the parent volunteers, teachers, and
donors who are enabling this program
to get off the ground. Thank you for
believing in the arts.
Times • Page 25
Pacific Grove
Sports
Haley Andreas, Golf Standout
Swinging to Success
By Lena Andreas
After her graduation from
Pacific Grove High School in 2010, golf
standout Haley Andreas has continued
her golf career at the collegiate level.
Haley moved to Arizona to play
golf for the Wildcats at the University
of Arizona in 2010. Her freshman year,
Andreas played in several tournaments,
and shot a career low 67 in her first
Wildcat Invitational and took fifth place
individually.
As she sought to improve her game
during her sophomore year, Andreas
played in only three events. Andreas
redshirted her junior year and then transferred to Louisville, Kentucky.
In her first year as a Cardinal, Andreas competed in four tournaments with
one Top 10 finish, one Top 20 finish, and
a season low of 71.
Andreas’ success dates back to
when she first picked up a club at age
twelve. Andreas credits her father with
introducing her to golf by saying,
“Although no one in my family
plays golf, my Dad pushed me to start up
the sport.”
Andreas immediately became consumed in the game of golf; she was winning many local tournaments and even
volunteered in the AT&T. Andreas also
received the opportunity to play in the
Wal-Mart First Tee Open with Bernhard
Langer and Clint Eastwood.
As a high school player, Andreas
earned five varsity letters with four in
golf and one in swimming. Andreas was
also a first-team MTAL All-League all
four years of high school while on the
honor roll. After receiving offers to play
golf at many different Division I schools
on scholarship, Andreas chose the
University of Arizona where she played
for two years, redshirted her third year,
and then transferred to the University
of Louisville where she is currently on
scholarship.
The interminable passion Andreas
has for golf led me to ask what keeps her
so dedicated?
“There is nothing more
exciting than the process.
When you succeed in any
aspect of it, regardless of
how large or small the success is, it motivates you to
get better and to stay committed.”
The dedication and
effort Andreas has put into
golf is exhibited on the
course. But how does she
manage to balance being a
full-time college student,
star athlete, and still have
time for a social life?
“I would be lying if I
said it was not difficult. You
have to make a lot of sacrifices, but they are all worth
it. Luckily in college golf
we have unlimited resources
to help us with not only golf
but also school. We have
tutors and mentors, people
that want us to succeed on
and off the golf course. Initially it is hard to find a balance between the three, but
over time you find a way
to make time for yourself
away from your sport and school.”
Even in high school, Andreas
pushed herself to practice almost every
day, and as a junior, she won the NCGA
Junior Amateur Championship in the
final round with a five-under par 68 at
Spyglass Hill. Andreas claims that this
round of golf was one of the best she has
ever played.
Of course rounds like her 5-under
par at Spyglass are not always accomplished. Tough times always arise in
the game of golf, and I asked her the
question, is the physical or mental part
of golf harder and why?
She stated, “At this point of my
career- mental. However, it is different
for everyone. If you lack confidence and
have fear, you will never perform to the
best of your ability regardless of how
“perfect” your golf swing is. In order to
perform at the highest level, you have
to have both the physical and mental
strength to succeed.”
When asked about the most outstanding time in Andreas’ golf career,
she told me the best part was the college
recruiting process. Although she had
won many national tournaments, Andreas’ hard work had paid off and it was
being recognized to more than just her
family. “The feeling of being recognized
all over the country by different college coaches was very rewarding and
motivating.”
Finally, I asked Andreas why she
loves golf and her advice to any young
player aspiring to succeed in any sport. “It’s my sanctuary; it’s a game where
you only focus on one thing, and that
is playing the game itself. There are so
many different aspects of playing at
the highest level people do not realize
are crucial to moving forward. Athletes
must be coachable and open to changing
their lifestyle, work ethic and outlook to
become the best they can be. Every sport
is so competitive in becoming the best,
and everyday you need to find a way to
get better. Having a mediocre outlook
will never make you a superior athlete.”
Andreas’ hard work and perseverance to improve her golf game and
succeed in school earned her a full ride
scholarship to Louisville, Kentucky.
Ben Alexander
Golf Tips
Ben Alexander PGA
PGA Teaching Professional,
Pacific Grove Golf Links,
Bayonet Golf Course
PGA Teacher Of The Year,
No Cal PGA
831-277-9001
www.benalexandergolf.com
Putting is the most important part of your score card as it is
the most strokes you will write down with one club. Most of
us practice putting a little just before we tee off, so I want to
improve your putting with a couple of points.
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