Bay Federal Credit Union is collaborating with Watsonville/Aptos Adult Education in offering personal financial education classes on Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the GreenValleyCenter, Room 8, at 294 Green Valley Road. Although Watsonville may be a bit of a drive for North County residents, the five free classes offered once a month could make a decided difference in a person’s or a family’s financial life.

The California State Board of Equalization is offering a free all-day tax preparation class. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA is also known as the Free Income Tax Preparation and Family Resource Fair events) is hosted by the Internal Revenue Service, Franchise Tax Board, Board of Equalization, local colleges and elected officials throughout tax season.

On Saturday, January 23rd, from 1:00–3:00 p.m., Mt.Hermon hosted an informational question and answer program at the Felton Community Hall. They showed a sophisticated slide show about their proposed plans for the property's development called the Felton Meadow/Velocity Bike Park. The members of the community filled the meeting hall.

In California we are grateful for rain, but if we have to drive during an El Nino downpour, we may not be so pleased with the high intensity of water brought by the storm system. Menacing heavy rains and winds create driving conditions that can increase the opportunities for accidents to occur.