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Breaker Stadium Grand Opening

Photos by Skyler Lewis

Photos by Nate Philips

The 8th grade graduating class of Monterey Bay Charter School, most of whom have been together since kindergarten, held a “Trash-A -Thon” on April 17 not only to raise money for their upcoming graduation trip, a five-day rafting venture on the Klamath River, but also “to help Pacific Grove,” in the words of Hannah, one of the students. As of 11:30 that morning, they had raised $986 and the proceeds were sure to go higher. The students said they were helped in great part by “Philly Billy” Clements who, when approached, not only donated $20 but took the litter pickers around to fellow merchants and raised $150 for them. In-kind gifts from other Pacific Grove merchants included a box of donuts, much appreciated by the hungry students, and some coupons. They were also handed a full bag of garbage and found a piece of cash iron which added to the weight of the total — 335 pounds by 11:30 a.m. The preponderance of trash, according to the students, was cigarette butts. Another interesting find was a dead bird. The students were assisted by their teacher, Ted Maehr, and Pacific Grove City Council Member Deborah Lindsay. The class was also planning a car wash to help raise funds. Anyone wishing to donate — and please send money, not trash! — can send a check to MBCS 8th Grade, 1004 David Ave. #B in Pacific Grove.

Sea Otter Classic: Don’t try this at home

“Molten heat with occasional light breezes brought out the crowds for all four days of Sea Otter. Veteran participants wandered around gaping in disbelief at the weather while newcomers buckled at the knees by the enormity of the event. Upsets in Downhill and Dual Stunts kept fans engaged while it was all business for Specialized and LUNA, which plucked podium spots like they were low-hanging fruit.” That’s how Sea Otter Classic publicists summed it up. Our photographer, Nate Phillips, just said “Wow!”

The event has grown since its first days in 1991 from 300 participants to 9,500 and from 150 specatoes to 50,000 — and that was last year. More than 300 exhibitors showed their stuff, too, in the sweltering heat.

There were events for recreational bikers including recreational road and mountain bike tours. Amateur racers enjoyed nearly 200 classes of road and mountain bike racing for all ages. There were Pro/Elite Mountain Bike Races, Pro/Elite Road Circuit Race, and Pro/Elite Gravity Mountain Bike Races (a better name might have been Gravity-Defying!).

Not only were there plenty of events for adults to watch but there were also events for children: A Kids’ Carnival, Sea Otter Egg hunt, Bicycle rodeo for learning bike safety skills, Bicycle Races and a Kids’ Bicycle Playground.

The event is scheduled for April 15-18 next year, 2010. Nate will probably be there. We expect great things at the upcoming Butterfly Criterium, too!

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PG Volunteers

Bay Life Photos by Skyler Lewis

Around Town: AT&T Commercial Filming

Bay Life: Photos

Photos by Skyler Lewis

People: PG’s Finest is PG’s Finest

He may not be your favorite City employee if you’ve ever violated Pacific Grove parking laws, but Parking Enforcement Officer Tony Marino (and the Pacific Grove Police Department) are the year’s favorites of the Executive Board of the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce. Marino said, “I think it’s a set-up! I’m waiting for the rotton tomatoes.” The chamber will honor Marino and the police department at a public reception on Wednesday, March 11 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. at Passionfish, 701 Lighthouse Avenue. The public is invited for complimentary refreshments.

Young entrepreneurs honored at awards presentation

By Rebecca Riddell

[SinglePic not found]The Pacific Grove Young Entrepreneur Awards (YEA!) presentation was held on Feb. 24 at Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History. More than 150 people attended.

Teachers, local business people and community leaders acknowledged approximately 120 Pacific Grove Middle School students who entered this year’s competition. A series of cash awards were presented to students who excelled in preparing comprehensive essays titled, “How I Will Create A Successful Business.”

Master of ceremonies Mayor Dan Cort, introduced the winners as our hope for the future.

Jack Giovinazzo’s business, titled Soccer Video by Jack, took first place. Jack received a check for $300 for his engaging business plan and video. Alex Procive received second place award and a check for $200 for his eco-retail business, Mad About Bamboo. Third place went to Aris Zavitsanos for his reinvention of the size, shape, and color of Surf Wax. He received a check for $100.00 from the judges.

Ten students received an Honorable Mention and a check for $10 for their efforts: Juliana Layne’s Rainbowrifics, a custom designed crayon pen; Dillon Nelson’s commercial art business, Interpretive Flow; a dyed flower business created by Danielle Baudoux, titled Pretty Petals; Kyle Czaplak’s Address Painting business; Paige Book’s menu planning service, titled Healthy Choices; Ji Eun Kim’s custom painted shoe business, Expression Shoes; Katie Phillips’ Customized Pillows; Conyal Cody’s PG Sporting Goods Store; Roman Maaske’s Pops Cookies; and Austin Mohl’s Garbage Can Management Service.

Entries were judged by a team of volunteers from local businesses and organizations, including: Lisa Bennett of Cornerstone Group; Valerie Morin, of H&R Block; Julie Blue, CFO of Chrysalis Corp.; Mario Mancilla with Fed-X/Kinkos; Les Morin, with CIG; Craig and Rebecca Riddell with Riddell & Riddell Advertising; Katie Allan with Monterey County Bank; Donna Penwell, substitute teacher, Robert Down School; Stanton Reuse with The Monterey Bay Aquarium; and David Spradling, a strategic planning consultant.

The judging committee used a set criteria to determine the most comprehensive entries.

The YEA! Program, formed in 1996, stimulates Pacific Grove students’ interest in business and serves to better prepare them for entering the work force or college. This year’s program is funded by contributions from the following businesses and individuals: The Cornerstone Group—Lisa Bennett; Cort Co. and the Cort Family, DMC Construction; D&S Upholstery; Passionfish; Barry Dolowich, CPA; Chrysalis Software, Inc.; Riddell & Riddell Advertising; PG Hardware; Todd and Alice McCoy; Betsy Brown; Kelly Moore; Kidwell’s; Chili Great Chili; Susan Nilmeier; The Wardrobe; Hazara Loom; Manutech; R&S Heating; Jeffrey and Leslie Procive; Eric and Joan Rodewald; Pushpa and Malisha Wijesinghe; Jim Hively, and Virginia Wright. The Young Entrepreneur Awards Program is under the fiscal sponsorship of the Action Council of Monterey County.

Point Pinos Lighthouse

Photos by Robert Lewis

The Many Colors of Green

The meaning of “green” has been enriched in recent years and “organic” is one of the many shades of meaning that can now be included in the green category. But green doesn’t necessarily mean green! The Pacific Grove Farmers Market offers a rich selection of inexpensive, and colorful, organic produce. Here are some close-ups from last Monday’s abundant farmer’s market tables. Photos by Robert Lewis