At the Heart of the Arts
A new series offering a behind-the-scenes peek at the myriad of Visual and Performing Artists living and working in the San Lorenzo Valley and Scotts Valley
The Mountain Gardener: “Plant Combinations that Inspire”
Outside my window a Townsend warbler feasts on suet. It’s a rainy day and my obsession with low water use plants is momentarily taking a break. Each day the soft colors of my fall garden are becoming brighter and more vivid. Backlit leaves take on a whole new look. There are so many ways of combining plants in the garden. I’m taking notes so I remember my favorites to include in my own garden and future designs. Fall is a good time for planting or planning.
New library materials provide stuttering support
With the passing of International Stuttering Awareness Day on October 22, it may be prudent to note that the Santa Cruz Public Library has acquired new materials that support those with the speech impediment.
Training new environmental scientists to save the world
Barely escaping the threat of Hurricane Patricia in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Mark Andrews had quite a story to tell his Ecological Science class. His goal is to teach his students about the natural world and how it works. That is science.
Scotts Valley-based Gromshells claim 3rd straight national championship
Vince Lombardi once said, “Winning means you’re willing to go longer, work harder, and give more than anyone else.” Based on that quote, the...
