(SAN FRANCISCO) — The 74-year-old woman who was pushed into an oncoming train at a Bay Area Rapid Transit station has died and a man has been arrested in connection with her death, BART police said.

According to BART police, the woman hit her head on the train around 11 p.m. Monday night and fell onto the platform at Powell Street Station.

BART police arrested 49-year-old Trevor Belmont, a homeless man also known by the nickname Hoak Taing, authorities said.

The victim was taken to San Francisco General Hospital and later died.

According to BART police, this is the first murder on the train system this year.

Belmont was arrested shortly after the incident and is being taken to the San Francisco County Jail.

According to jail records, Belmont is being held on charges of murder and elder abuse. A trial date has not yet been set.

BART police have not yet found a motive for the incident and the investigation is ongoing.

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Kathleen Anne Hughes Anderson. Photo courtesy of Diantha Stensrud.

BY EMILY MIBACH
Editor of the Daily Post

Atherton's former arborist has been identified as the woman found stabbed to death in her Menlo Park home.

Kathleen Anne Hughes Anderson, 62, was the arborist for the City of Atherton for 22 years, from November 1989 until her retirement in November 2011. She was the widow of Billy “Andy” Anderson, who owned Dahl Plumbing on Alma Street in Palo Alto. Andy Anderson died in 2007.

Before his death, the two were married for about 30 years and had no children.

Anderson was from Decatur, Illinois, and came to California to attend school in the 1980s, said her brother-in-law, Barry Anderson, who also works for the post office. The couple were regulars at the Alpine Beer Garden in Portola Valley.

Anderson was known for her green thumb at work and at home. Barry Anderson said her garden at her home at 925 Valparaiso Ave. was “amazing.”

Atherton Town Clerk Theresa DellaSanta said Anderson “was very passionate about her work as an arborist.”

Franz Wolke

“She had a deep passion for landscaping and trees, and she shared that love with many of our town residents by spending time with them in their gardens and giving them insight into tree pruning and planting,” DellaSanta wrote. “It was the little things Kathy did around town that residents remember and came to love about her. Kathy was a beacon of positivity to all who came into contact with her, and her impact on the trees in Atherton will last for many generations to come.”

Police found Anderson stabbed to death in her home on Wednesday (Dec. 12) after receiving a 911 call from Daniel Baggett, a former tenant of Anderson's. Baggett told police to The Post he stopped by at 5 p.m. on Wednesday after driving by and noticing her garbage cans were still on the side of the road a day after garbage collection. He also saw that her bedroom window, which was normally open, was closed, he said.

Baggett said he saw the back door was open and went into the house. He spotted Francis Wolke, 36, of Cincinnati, Ohio, at the top of the stairs. Baggett called 911. Police arrested Wolke on suspicion of first-degree murder.

Was there a connection between the three people?

District Attorney Steve Wagstaffe said Friday that his office and Menlo Park police are still investigating the connection between Wolke, Baggett and Anderson, if there is one. Wagstaffe said the relationship between Anderson and Baggett was not rosy and that investigators are “digging” into the pasts of the three people to find a connection.

Wolke had an arrest warrant issued by the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office for prowling and drug possession from a 2014 case.

While police believe Wolke's current address is in Cincinnati, records indicate he was living in San Francisco in 2014. Wagstaffe said Wolke has not made any statement about why he allegedly murdered Anderson.

Wagstaffe said Anderson died as a result of being stabbed in the head with a “sharp object,” but because the investigation is ongoing, he could not yet identify the object.

Wolke is in prison without bail.

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(Left to right): Rayna Matthews, Chuck Mordock and Lilly Mayfield in Ukiah Players Theater’s ‘Something Rotten!’ opening Nov. 17. The Tony Award-Winning show is a rollicking sendup on Shakespeare and musical theater. (Carole Brodsky/for The Ukiah Daily Journal)

Musical theater. You either love it or you hate it. Shakespeare. You either love him or you can’t stand him. The great thing about Ukiah Players Theater’s season opener, “Something Rotten!” is that it will please both the lovers and the haters.

“Something Rotten!” Is a musical comedy derived from a book by John O’Farrell and Karey Kirkpatrick, with music and lyrics by Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick. The Shakespeare-infused sendup played 708 performances on Broadway and was nominated for 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, and won a Tony for Best Featured Actor in a Musical.

Jenny Peterman and Maria Monti are co-directing UPT’s performance, with choreography by Maria Monti, musical direction by Hannah Peterman and Erika Brewer and costume design by Judy and Jenny Peterman. This show features live music performed by “The Rotten Band:” Hannah Peterman, Tony Melville, Keith Feigan, Erika Brewer and Treaston Shmuckley. The show is underwritten by John Chan Plumbing, Black Oak Coffee Roasters and Ukiah Natural Foods Co-op.

“Something Rotten!” is an over-the-top spoof of both Shakespeare and musicals.

“I watched the show during quarantine, and laughed and laughed and laughed,” says Peterman. “I was committed that this would be UPT’s first musical when we came out of quarantine.”

Tim Fischer plays the role of Nick Bottom – one of two brothers who are writers and contemporaries of William Shakespeare. Students of Fischer, who moonlights as an English instructor at Ukiah High, will confirm his obsession with Shakespeare in real life. So this role couldn’t have been more perfect for him.

“The comedy has a Mel Brooks-ish, Frankenstein type of humor. It’s definitely dorky, and for those who get the references and layers of all the musical and Shakespearian jokes, there will be a lot of laughing,” Fisher smiles.

However, says Peterman, the show is laugh-out-loud funny regardless of whether you have read Shakespeare or seen even one musical theater show. Peterman gives the show a PG-13 rating. “We’d like parents to accompany their 13-and-up kids. There’s a little bit of randy innuendo in the show,” she notes.

Chuck Mordock plays Nigel Bottom, Nick’s love-sick brother, whose prose comes to the attention of Shakespeare, played by someone who will not be revealed in this story!

“When I heard the opening song, I had to audition,” said Mordock. “I’ll be in anything where I get to sing, ‘We have the latest gadgets and appliances.’ The humor is utterly tongue in cheek and it’s an incredible homage to Broadway.”

The cast – many of whom perform multiple roles – are Maria Monti, Nena Saucedo, Lilly Mayfield, Rayna Matthews, Eddie Haehl, Blare Elliot, Heidi Peterman, Kyra Cash, Kayla Harrison, Traci Hunt, Grey Wolfe-Smith, Pete Winslow, Lalo Torres, Audrey Sherf, Hannah Hinrichs and Sean Powell. Rayna Matthews is an incredible new addition to the UPT family and is not to be missed.

“These are choice performers. Just a superb cast. There is so much chemistry between Tim and Chuck, who are veteran actors but have never actually acted side by side,” says Peterman.

Choreographer Maria Monti is amazed by the cast’s talent.

“There’s lots of dancing in all styles in this show. It’s really a mishmash of theater dances and includes dance styles that audiences will recognize.” Monti makes a special appearance in the show, and taught several cast members tap dancing. “Tim Fischer took my second semester tap course at Mendocino College, and he’s doing great.”

“I’m dancing a little bit better than a sack of potatoes,” smiles Fischer.

This is Hannah Peterman’s first time as a musical director.

“Working with a live band is wonderful,” Peterman notes. She reads music and is the musical director for her church. “I’ve been thrown into a group of rock musicians who don’t read music, and the theater vernacular is not familiar to me, so I’m aiming to get them to hear what I’m seeing,” she smiles.

“They are absolutely wonderful,” says Monti.

Audiences will love the surprise Shakespeare cast member, says Peterman.

“Our Shakespeare is more Prince than Jaggar. This Shakespeare is a rock star. There are quite a few ‘80’s rock references. For our show, we flipped the art direction and put some funk into Shakespeare, who has soul and a personal soundtrack. All I’ll say about our Shakespeare is that they are a new face to the theater community, but someone you might recognize.”

Despite the dozens of modern theater references, Peterman chose to keep the costumes in the 1590’s time period.

“The costumes are fabulous. My mom flew out from Oregon to help with them. We were able to create Farthingales out of dollar store materials to keep the dresses light, because there are layers and layers of skirts. We’ve had tons of costumes and fabric donated over the years, so we sorted through everything and did a housecleaning project at the same time, which made the costumes affordable and definitely reusable for another production.”

This article won’t spoil the fun, but theater nerds everywhere try to identify the scores of references to other musicals throughout the show, including Cats, The Music Man, South Pacific, Chicago, Annie, Jesus Christ Superstar and Guys and Dolls – to name just a few.

“The feedback we’re getting is that many people saw the show in Broadway or San Francisco, and can’t wait to see it again. Come and enjoy us making fun of ourselves, and laugh yourself silly,” Peterman concludes.

The next shows in the UPT season are “Harvey,” directed by Eric Ward, opening Feb. 16, and “Through the Looking Glass,” directed by Traci Hunt, opening April 12.

Auditions for “Harvey” are being held in conjunction with Mendocino College’s “12th Night the Musical” auditions on Dec. 9 at 10 a.m.. Harvey auditions will be held in the college’s Little Theatre, and 12th Night auditions will be held in the dance rooms. No roles for Harvey are precast, so Peterman encourages any interested folks to try out.

“Something Rotten!” runs from Nov. 17 through Dec. 10. A new feature for this season is the option to purchase punch cards, which will give theatergoers a 15- to 25 percent discount on ticket prices. Punch card owners may use as many punches as they want for any regular season show, and the cards never expire. For ticket reservations or information about punch cards, visit https://www.ukiahplayerstheatre.org or phone (707) 462-9226.

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According to the latest U.S. Census data recorded in 2002, the state of Virginia had the ninth-largest minority-owned business population. Of all minority-owned businesses statewide, more than 40,000 were black-owned and accounted for roughly $3.7 billion in sales and receipts. The findings in 2002 represented an increase of approximately $300 million in revenue and more than 7,000 black-owned businesses–a growth that the Virginia Commission on Minority Business Enterprise only expects to continue.

The Daily Press has consulted a number of sources, including the business directories of MyBlack Business Directory, Black Pages, USA, and the Greater Hampton Roads Black Chamber of Commerce to compile a list of black-owned businesses in the Hampton Roads area. This directory is only a sampling and in no way accounts for all black-owned businesses in the area. If you have a business to add to this list, please send an e-mail with the business name, phone number, address and Web site to Summer Gladden. Businesses are listed in alphabetical order.

AAA Plumbing Company

757-244-7664

5846-B Jefferson Ave

Newport News, Va. 23605

A-1 Environmental Services

757-498-1169

517 Central Dr.

Virginia Beach, Va. 23454

A. Bruce Williams and Associates

A marketing firm

President/CEO: Ausborn Bruce Williams

757-456-0222

700 Monticello Avenue, Suite 310

Norfolk, Va.

http://www.abrucewilliams.com/Home.html

Ace Services

757-543-3870

2814 Halsey St

Chesapeake, Va. 23324

Aldo’s Restaurant

757-226-7477

4316 Virginia Beach Blvd

Virginia Beach, Va. 23454

All Floors II

757-857-9607

4550 E. Princess Ann Road

Norfolk, Va. 23502

Almah Builders Inc.

757-558-0277

801 Butler St. Suite 64

Chesapeake, Va. 23323

Ambiance Hair Salon

757-498-1394

3972 Holland Road Ste. 22

Virginia Beach, Va.

American Mansions

757-543-7429

804 Industrial Ave., Suite B

Chesapeake, Va. 23324

A-Plus Electrical Services

757-867-6037

910 Carys Chapel Rd.

Yorktown, Va. 23693

AXA Advisors, LLC

A supervisory branch of AXA Advisors which provides financial products and services to the South Hampton Rds. & Peninsula, area

Harold L. Gilbert, CLU, LUTCF, RHU

757-436-4463

1148 Fairway Drive

South Hampton Rds. & Peninsula

http://www.haroldgilbert.myaxa-advisors.com/index.cfm

B & B Renovation & Chimney Sweep

757-463-2322

106 Thalia Trace Drive

Virginia Beach, Va. 23452

B & S Heating & Air Conditioning

757-627-2388

218 E 24th St

Norfolk, Va. 23504

Backyard Bar-B-Que

757-827-7427

http://www.backyardbbq-ufi.com/

Bay Electric Co.

757-595-2300

104 Production Drive

Yorktown, Va. 23693

Bay Office Machine & Office Products

757-461-0799

5329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd

Norfolk, Va. 23502

Bayside Harley Davdison

757-397-5550

2211 Frederick Boulevard

Portsmouth, Va. 23704

http://www.harleybay.com/custompage3.asp?pg=bayside

Big Red Concrete

501 Appomattox

Norfolk, Va. 234233

Black Pages, USA

Accounts Manager: Elijah Purkett

757-399-4153

355 Crawford Street, Suite 602

Portsmouth, Va. 23704

Blackpagesusa.com

BLC Construction Incorporated

757-487-5501

864 Oklahoma Dr. Unit C

Chesapeake, Va. 23323

BreakFree Bail Bonding

757- 947-8788

25 Decesare Drive,

Hampton, Va. 23666

Brinkley & Thornton Plumbing & Heating

757-340-0271

3419 Green Pine Ln

Virginia Beach, Va. 23452

Capitol General Construction Co.

757-625-6026

2400 Llewellyn Ave

Norfolk, Va. 23517

Cars, Inc. of Virginia Beach

757-420-0600

889 S Military Hwy

Virginia Beach, Va. 23464

Chesapeake Bay Steel Inc.

757-622-2520

3468 Westminster Ave.

Norfolk, Virginia 23504

http://www.cbaysteel.com/content/

Churchland Printing and Graphics

757-484-4242

592 Churchland Blvd.

Portsmouth. Virginia

http://churchlandprinting.com/index.html

Claud’s Lawn Care

757-399-3800

1601 County Street

Portsmouth, Va.

Clean All

757-523-4736

1129 Evert Dr.

Virginia Beach, Va. 23464

C.O. Communications

757-593-1377

1534 Stillwood St.

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

Community Personal Care, Inc.

757-625-2220

1761 Church Street

Norfolk, Va. 23504

http://www.communitypersonalcare.net/

Consolidated Bank & Trust

757-722-2575

101. N. Armistead Avenue

P.O. Box 250

Hampton, Va. 23669

Couture Cakes by Nika

757-599-6452

Hilton Village

10373 Warwick Blvd

Newport News, Va.

http://www.couturecakesbynika.com/

Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.

757-539-7443

900 E. Washington Street

Suffolk, Va. 23434

http://www.crockerfuneralhome.com/

Crowders Custom Cabinets Inc.

757-380-0448

213 30th St

Newport News, Va. 23607

Curtex Construction Corp

757-622-3100

1818 Monticello Ave

Norfolk, Va. 23517

Curtiss Consulting

6444 Chartwell Drive

Virginia Beach, Va.

D and D Home Loans Corporation

President: Valeria Robinson

757-962-5677

4705 Columbus St Ste 303

Virginia Beach, Va. 23462

www.danddhomeloans.com

Day Construction Corp S W

757-523-0322

820 Greenbrier Circle Suite 31

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

Dean Construction

757-853-5200

4665 S Cape Henry

Norfolk, Va. 23502

Donald L Blount and Associates

757-545-3700

870 Greenbrier Circle Suite 600

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

DLBA Naval Architecture

Dr. Draingood Plumbing

757-652-3894

3509 St. Clair Court

Chesapeake, Va. 23323

Dr. Kevin Jennings Family Dentistry

757-523-9002

5632 Holly Point Shopping Center, Suite 11

Chesapeake, Va. 23325

Drywall King

757-428-3504

605 Barberton Drive

Virginia Beach, Va. 23451

Eclipse Screens of Virginia

757-494-7472

804 Industrial Ave.

Chesapeake, Va. 23324

E L Hamm & Associates Inc.

757-497-5000

4801 Columbus St.

Virginia Beach, Va. 23462

Engineering Design Support Services

757-723-1736

21-B East Queensway

Hampton, Va. 23669-4060

Excellent Commerical Cleaning

757-490-7699

341 Clev eland Place Suite 103

Virginia Beach, Va. 23462

Faden Contracting Inc.

757-888-5453

619 Powhatan Parkway

Hampton, Va. 23661

Father & Sons Handyman Services

757-549-0968

800 Thorngate Court

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

First Choice Auto Repair & Engine Exchange

757- 461-3444

5622 B-East Virginia Beach Blvd.

Norfolk, Va.

First Floors, Inc.

757-498-6900

415 S. Lynnhaven Road, Suite 103

Virginia Beach, Va. 23452

FULCO Development Group, Inc.

757-640-1700

500 E Main St

Norfolk, Va. 23510-2205

First Floors, Inc.

757-498-6900

415 S. Lynnhaven Road, Suite 103

Virginia Beach, Va. 23452

Genesis Computer Repair and Sales

757-833-6262

5906 E. George Washington
Memorial Highway

Yorktown, Va. 23692

http://www.buygenesiscomputers.com/

Goldsboro Contracting Co., Inc.

757-873-0305

11840 Canon Blvd Ste 100

Newport News, Va. 23606

G & V General Contractors Inc.

757-625-5319

248 W 24th St.

Norfolk, Va. 23517

General and Cosmetic Dentistry

757-543-4940

1098 Cascade Blvd

Chesapeake, Va. 23324

General Service Contracting

757-853-5200

4665 South Cape Henry Avenue

Norfolk, Va. 23502

Goin’ Postal

757-826-1288

Hampton Woods Plaza

1188 Big Bethel Road

Hampton, Va.

Goode Construction

757-487-0002

3529 Business Center Drive

Chesapeake, Va. 23323

Hampton Roads Commercial Clean

757-625-8338

142 W York Street Suite 611

Norfolk, Va. 23510

Heritage Funding, Inc.

757.537.1999

142 W. York Suite 305

Norfolk, Va. 23510

http://www.heritagefundinginc.com/

Hi & Sons Inc., Contracting

757-928-0200

12 Saiters Creek Road

Hampton, Va. 23661

Housekeepers Unlimited

757-623-5236

638 May Ave. APT H

Norfolk, Va. 23504

Island Electric Services

757-567-1756

623 Dudley Avenue

Norfolk, Va. 23503

J&A Autosale

757-588-6201

7467 Tidewater Drive

Norfolk, Va. 23505

Jackie Thomas Real Estate

Property management services

Owner/Broker: Jackie Thomas

1-866-865-7275

184 Thalia Village Shoppes

Virginia Beach, Va. 23452

www.jackiethomasrealestate.com

Jeff Waugh Auto Mall

Owner: Jeff Waugh

757-405-1713

2530 Airline Boulevard

Portsmouth, Va.

< a href=”www.jeffwaughautomall.com”> www.jeffwaughautomall.com

Jenkins Dental Group

757-523-9002

211 Providence Road, Suite 11

Chesapeake, Va. 23325

John Kool Lincoln Mercury, Inc.

757-393-0020

1313 High Street

Norfolk, Va. 23704

http://johnkoollm.dealerconnection.com/

Jones & Clark Precision Machine Co.

757-627-9215

1015 Ballentine Blvd.

Norfolk, Va. 23504

JW’s Alterations & Dressmaking Inc.

757-473-0488

345 South Witchduck Road

Virginia Beach, Va. 23462

http://www.jwsalterationsanddressmaking.com/

KEBCO Construction Enterprises, Inc.

757-435-4305

1332 Cambridge Way

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

K-Kontractors

757- 622-6797

2725 Colchester Crest

Norfolk, Va.

http://www.k-kontractors.com/home

Klean Sweep Janitorial Services

757-543-1445

2525 Applewood Ln. Apt 1B

Chesapeake, Va. 23323

Lanier Dental Care

Angela Lanier, DDS

757-488-3392

5589 Portsmouth Blvd.

Portsmouth, Va. 23701

www.lanierdentalcare.com

The Law Office of Jennifer C. Lacey, P.C.

Specializing in corporate law, nonprofit law and family law.

Jennifer C. Lacey

757-343-7845

4876 Princess Anne Road

Suite 118-256

Virginia Beach, Va. 23462

http://www.laceylegal.com/home.html

Lee’s Contracting Services

757-543-0217

3318 Bainbridge Blvd

Chesapeake, Va. 23324

Life:Electronic

757-465-1865

4013 Seaboard Ct. Ste. A-3

Hampton, Va.

http://www.lifeelectronic.com/

Lindsey Brother’s Inc.

757-497-4633

865 Newtown Road

Virginia Beach, Va. 23462

Lindsey Law Group

Specializing in personal injury, criminal defense, medical malpractice, family law, bankruptcy, wills and estates, and business/corporation litigation.

Joseph C. Lindsey, Esq.

757-623-6522

757-459-0856 (After hours)

500 East Plume Street

Norfolk, Va. 23510

AND

1354 South Military Highway

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

Lucas Transportation, LLC

757-966-9672

1214 County St

Portsmouth, Va. 23704-3240

Maddox Technology Incorporated

757-627-5099

109 E Main St Ste 504

Norfolk, Va. 23510

Malone AR Plumbing

757-543-1031

403 W Baylor Court

Chesapeake, Va. 23324

Manleys Landscaping Inc.

757-543-6048

2611 Hemple St.

Chesapeake, Va. 23324

Mar Tech Mechanical Ltd

757-727-9140

102 N. Hope St.

Hampton, Va. 23663

757-727-9140

Meyers Drywall

757-342-7501

13 Center Street

Newport News, Va. 23606

Micor Sprinkler Systems Inc.

757-363-8620

1209 Baker Rd. Suite 507

Virginia Beach, Va. 23455

Mid Eastern Industries Inc.

757-397-7717

510 Elm Ave.

Portsmouth, Va. 23704

The Miles Agency

A niche marketing firm.

President and CEO: Delceno C. Miles

757-499-9627

P. O. Box 68228

Virginia Beach, Va. 23471

http://www.themilesagency.com/

Montagna Klein & Camden LLP

757-622-8100

425 Monticello Ave

Norfolk, Va. 23510

http://www.mkclawyers.com/

NCP Community Development Federal Credit Union

757-543-2400

530 South Main St

Norfolk, Va.

Norfolk Truck Company, Inc.

757-622-3246

736 Tidewater Drive

Norfolk, Va. 23504-3324

http://www.norfolktruckcenter.com/

Olde Town Exxon Ltd

757-397-8961

720 London St

Portsmouth, Va. 23704-2413

Oliver Jacobs Construction

757-485-1141

3912 Holland Blvd.

Chesapeake, Va. 23323

Peggy S. Scarborough, MBA CPA PLLC

757-479-5500

1616 Centerville Tpke

Virginia Beach, Va. 23464

Portable Cleaning Service

757-380-5888

4511 Jefferson Ave

Newport News, Va. 23607

Premier Mechanical Systems

757-671-3040

2121 Dove Ridge

Virginia Beach, Va. 23464

Presidential Automotive Group

757-490-2225

5020 Virginia Beach Blvd

Virginia Beach, Va. 23462

http://presidentialautos.com/

Randolph Real Estate Services Company

Principal Broker: Alonzo R. Bell, Jr.

757-272-0037

813 Diligence Drive, Suite 121-C

Newport News, Va. 23606

www.randolph-group.com

Reliable Builders, Inc.

757-623-2555

540 E. Bute St.

Norfolk, Va. 23510

R E Poole Metal Works Inc.

757-543-4173

707 Burrow Avenue

Chesapeake, Va. 23324

Riddick, Fiedler, Stern PC

757-627-2791

261 W. Bute Street

Norfolk, Va. 23510

http://www.rfsarchitects.com/

Ryder Services Inc.

757-873-1973

736 Middle Ground Blvd

Newport News, Va. 23606

Spencer Scott PC Architecture Planning & Urban Designers

757-397-6448

P O Box 669

Portsmouth, Va. 23705-0669

See’s Computer Services

757-724-4357

415 Beechdale Rd

Portsmouth, Va. 23701-4138

Sell & Reese Marketing Inc

757-857-1794

3610 Henrico St.

Norfolk, Va. 23513

Sharpe Construction Corporation

757-486-6927

3436 Green Pine Ln

Virginia Beach, Va. 23452

Shepard Enterprise Inc.

757-877-9195

775 Industrial Park Dr.

Newport News, Va. 23608

Signs & Wonders

757-393-7446

1807 High Street

Portsmouth, Va.

http://www.signsandwondersllc.com/

Smith Bro’s Enterprises, Inc.

757-380-6919

1703 27th Street

Newport News, Va. 23607

Sonya Thomas-Webb, D.D.S. Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

757-540-0025

910 Great Bridge Blvd., Suite 106

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

Spine and Orthopedic Pain Center, P.C.

Winifred D. Bragg, M.D.

757-333-3360

6160 Kempsville Circle

Smithfield Building, Suite 303A

Norfolk, Va. 23502

AND

667 Kingsborougn Square, Suite 300

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

Spotless Janitorial Service Inc.

757-460-2520

4509 Yarmouth Ct.

Virginia Beach, Va. 23455

Staks

757-340-9170

737 Biltmore Dr.

Virginia Beach, Va. 23454

S.W. Day Construction Corp

757-523-0322

820 Greenbriar Circle, Unit 30

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

T&B Auto Repair

757-245-1771

4015 Jefferson Ave.

Newport News, Va. 23607

Taratex Development Corp.

757-399-4649

927 Douglas Avenue

Portsmouth, Va. 23707

Techcon Inc.

757-640-1952

630 May Ave. Suite G

Norfolk, Va. 23504

Tidewater Demolition & Construction

757-625-1868

475 Barce Lona Lane

Virginia Beach, Va. 23452

Tiggs Welding, LLC

757-624-4353

816 East 25th Street

Norfolk, Va. 23504

Tymark Enterprises, Inc.

757-623-6490

850 Tidewater Dr.

Norfolk, Va. 23504-3300

Unique Fashions

757-262-2107

54 Coliseum Crossing

Hampton, Va. 23666

Unique Imaging Solutions

757-773-0248

2113 Hartford Road, Suite B.

Hampton, Va. 23666

http://www.uniqueimagingsolutions.net/

Unique Ltd Janitorial Service

757-857-1276

2932 Myrtle Ave

Norfolk, Va. 23504

W & M Masonry Contractors Inc

757-627-9725

2400 Llewellyn Ave

Norfolk, Va. 23517

WaterBoys International

757-825-1260

www.waterboysinternational.com

Water Plus of Virginia, Inc.

757-466-7293

5950 Poplar Hall Drive

Hampton, Va.

Wilder Mechanical Corp.

757-722-9910

850 39th Street Suite 102

Newport News, Virginia 23607

http://www.wildermechanical.com/index.html

Woodbury Construction Company

757-494-7302

804 Industrial Ave. Suite A

Chesapeake, Va. 23324

Wright Associates Inc.

757-875-0045

12680 McManus Blvd. Unit A

Newport News, Va. 23602

WTG Design Consultants

757-548-9777

860 Greenbriar Circle, Suite 412

Chesapeake, Va. 23320

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757-393-9391

1546 Wool Avenue

Portsmouth, Va. 23707

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A man watches the blue supermoon rise in San Pedro, CA, Wednesday, August 30, 2023.  It was the second full moon of August, thus the blue label. And it was unusually close to Earth, therefore a supermoon. The next blue supermoon isn’t until 2037. But another regular supermoon is on the horizon at the end of September, the last one of the year.  (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG) (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

A plane flies past the blue supermoon in front of Orange Grove Elementary in Whittier on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Pasadena Star-News/ SCNG)

A rare blue supermoon — the closest full moon of the year — dazzled stargazers in Southern California and around the world pn Wednesday night.

Saturn joined the celestial spectacle, visible alongside the moon, at least where skies were clear.

It was the second full moon of August, thus the blue label. And it was unusually close to Earth, therefore a supermoon.

A blue supermoon rises over the Korean Friendship pagoda in San Pedro, CA, Wednesday, August 30, 2023.  It was the second full moon of August, thus the blue label. And it was unusually close to Earth, therefore a supermoon. The next blue supermoon isn’t until 2037. But another regular supermoon is on the horizon at the end of September, the last one of the year.  (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)

The moon appeared to be bigger and brighter than usual, given its close proximity to Earth: just 222,043 miles or so. The Aug. 1 supermoon was more than 100 miles farther away.

If you missed it, it will be a long wait: The next blue supermoon isn’t until 2037.

But another regular supermoon is on the horizon at the end of September, the last one of the year.

A blue supermoon rises above Yucaipa on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.  (Photo by Charles L Convis)
A blue supermoon rises above Yucaipa on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. (Photo by Charles L Convis)
A supermoon rises over Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023. The cosmic curtain rose with the second full moon of the month, also known as a blue moon. A little bigger and brighter thanks to its slightly closer position to Earth. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian)
A super blue moon is seen above the stadium lights during the game between the Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
A supermoon rises over a headstone at a cemetery in Sydney, Australia, Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023. The cosmic curtain rose with the second full moon of the month, also known as a blue moon. A little bigger and brighter thanks to its slightly closer position to Earth. (AP Photo/Mark Baker)
A blue supermoon rises over downtown Houston on the Buffalo Bayou Trail on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023 in Houston. (Elizabeth Conley/Houston Chronicle via AP)
SAN RAFAEL, CA – AUGUST 30 A man sits on a rock along the San Francisco Bay Trail as he watches the blue supermoon rise in San Rafael, Calif. on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. (Alan Dep/Marin Independent Journal)
A supermoon rises over Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023. The cosmic curtain rose with the second full moon of the month, also known as a blue moon. A little bigger and brighter thanks to its slightly closer position to Earth. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian)
The blue supermoon is seen over the skyline in Jakarta, Indonesia, Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Achmad Ibrahim)
A peacock sits on a chimney as a nearly full moon rises behind it, in Hyderabad, India, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023. August 30 will see the month’s second supermoon, when a full moon appears a little bigger and brighter thanks to its slightly closer position to Earth. (AP Photo/Mahesh Kumar A.)

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Crews clear the burned wreckage from the headquarters building at Big Basin Redwoods State Park on June 16, 2021. The CZU Lightning Fire in August 2020 burned 97% of the land in California’s oldest state park. (Photo: California State Parks)

One year after a massive wildfire devastated California’s oldest state park, Big Basin Redwoods, the cleanup is well underway.

In recent weeks, construction workers in hard hats have finished removing the wreckage of every burned building and charred vehicle in the beloved Santa Cruz Mountains park — from the twisted metal and blackened granite of the park’s 1930s-era headquarters to the broken glass and shattered propane tanks at its popular museum and once-busy campgrounds.

More than 3,300 charred trees, mostly Douglas firs, that were in danger of falling along Big Basin’s winding 6-mile entrance road have been cut down and hauled away. Burned powerlines have been taken down, and destroyed wooden bridges replaced.

Nearly every one of Big Basin’s famous old-growth redwood trees, which tower up to 300 feet tall and date back 2,000 years, survived, biologists say, although many have burn scars on their trunks or singed branches that will endure for decades.

“It’s been remarkable how much work has been done in the park. It makes me feel hopeful for the future,” said Chris Spohrer, superintendent for state parks’ Santa Cruz District. “Every time I go in, there are more green sprouts.”

Others who have advocated for the park’s recovery agree.

State Parks, CalOES and contractors review cultural and natural resource protection at the site of the Old Lodge where the stone fireplace and chimney will remain. (Courtesy of California State Parks)

“There’s a lot of sunlight. It’s warmer and drier than it felt previously. But the landscape doesn’t look as wounded as it did. Greenery is everywhere,” said Sara Barth, executive director of the Sempervirens Fund, a Los Altos nonprofit group that has purchased and protected 35,000 acres of redwood forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains since 1900. “It’s surprising how much better it looks with the ruined infrastructure gone. It’s peaceful again. You hear birds. It feels and looks better than it did.”

But it will be a while before visitors are allowed back in to the park.

State parks officials this week set up a new website to track the rebuilding progress, at reimaginingbigbasin.org.

Spohrer said public meetings to begin planning how the park’s facilities will be rebuilt will start in two or three months. The planning process will take about a year, he said.

After that, it could be another two or three years before the major buildings are rebuilt, he said. At some point along the way, the redwood portion of the park will be partially reopened to the public, perhaps with guided tours.

“After we get the primary access roads safe, the question is how much effort will it take to make the trails safe,” Spohrer said. “I don’t have an estimate.”

Already, crews have removed more than 15,000 trees that had fallen or were in danger of falling around popular areas, including campgrounds and access roads rangers use to access Big Basin’s back country. Nearly all of those were Douglas firs, tan oaks, madrones and other trees that aren’t as fire-resistant as redwoods.

Amazingly, some trees are still burning a year after the fire.

For months after the blaze, crews extinguished small fires sparked by winds that stirred the roots of some trees that still glowed red hot. More recently, Spohrer said, embers have been found in the crowns at the tops of old redwoods, still smoldering.

California state parks crews install a temporary bridge on May 1, 2021 to replace a wooden bridge that burned in the August 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fire. (Photo: California State Parks)

The fire that devastated Big Basin was the worst in the area’s recorded history. Sparked by multiple lightning strikes on Aug. 16, 2020, the blaze, the CZU Lightning Complex Fire, burned 86,509 acres, an area nearly three times the size of the city of San Francisco, in rural Santa Cruz and San Mateo counties.

Flames destroyed 1,490 structures, making it the 12th most destructive fire in state history and a disaster that did more damage in Santa Cruz County than the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake.

Overall, 97% of Big Basin’s 18,000 acres burned.

But Big Basin isn’t just any state park. Its landscape of enormous trees, thick ferns, waterfalls, misty forests, ranger talks, scouting jamborees and marshmallow roasts has been central to generations of families since the park was established in 1902. That year San Jose photographer Andrew P. Hill convinced California lawmakers to buy the ancient trees northwest of Boulder Creek because loggers were turning nearby old-growth forests into fence posts and railroad ties.

“These trees, because of their size and antiquity, were among the natural wonders of the world, and should be saved for posterity,” Hill wrote in his memoirs.

Big Basin’s rebuilding after the fire got off to a slow start. But after news coverage and attention from environmental groups and political leaders, Gov. Gavin Newsom included in his revised May budget the entire $186 million that parks officials estimate will be needed to rebuild the park’s campgrounds, visitor center, utilities, bridges, trails and other facilities.

The new facilities are not likely to be rebuilt in the same places as the old ones. Stores, parking lots and other buildings were constructed a century ago on top of the root systems of some ancient trees. Rangers who evacuated more than 1,000 visitors during the fire are wary of increased fire risk in the decades to come.

Some new facilities may be built outside the park, perhaps in Saddle Mountain or Little Basin a few miles to the southeast. Buildings will be made of more fire-proof materials. An outside parking lot and shuttle bus system may be created for the busiest weekends.

“From our perspective, protecting the redwood forest and the people’s enjoyment of it — those things don’t have to be in conflict,” said Sam Hodder, president of Save the Redwoods League in San Francisco. “There’s an opportunity here for us to find a better balance between the natural ecosystem and the public’s experience.”

The campfire amphitheater at Big Basin Redwoods State Park on June 30, 2021 after the burned seating and stage was removed as part of recovery from the August 2020 CZU Lightning Fire. (Photo: California State Parks)

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Nick Tillman has spent eight years as a chimney sweep and learned the craft from his father and two uncles. (Chris Pugh — Ukiah Daily Journal)

Anyone with a pencil, a pad and 30 seconds can come up with a list of semi-obsolete occupations that, if they haven’t disappeared altogether, have at least faded into the dim recesses of our minds.

Know anyone who repairs anvils for a living? Someone who sells typewriter ribbons, or does double-entry bookkeeping? How about a chimney sweep or a licensed church bell ringing instructor? Do you know any catapult launchers or cassette deck repair specialists?

A list of jobs that hardly exist could go on and on, but we should back up and think again about the chimney sweep. It’s not a job opportunity you’ll hear a lot about in career counseling classes, but a few practitioners still remain and at least one of them is in Ukiah.

Despite growing up in a family of chimney sweeps, Nick Tillman did not dive straight into the profession as a young man. (Chris Pugh — Ukiah Daily Journal)

Meet Nick Tillman, a young man who’s already clocked eight years as a chimney sweep and who learned the craft from a father and a pair of uncles who also make a living chasing soot, creosote and dead birds out of your chimney. Nick’s one-man operation is called Ashes to Ashes and if you’re wondering if he can make a living cleaning chimneys you might be surprised to find that at the moment his waiting list already stretches into January.

“It’s definitely a seasonal business,” says Nick, adding that the best time to have your chimney inspected and cleaned is in the spring, at least in part because he’s not as busy in April as he is in December. Also, why spend your summer breathing in all that icky, dried, cancer-causing creosote lingering in your chimney? Plus, scrubbing out a chimney in spring or summer lets you avoid what Nick calls the “holiday madness” of all the other people lined up to get their chimneys cleaned before Christmas.

Despite growing up in a family of chimney sweeps, Nick Tillman did not dive straight into the profession as a young man. First he went to college in Monterey, and then one day called up his father in Sonoma County with a few questions about the job. He ended up working two years as a part-time chimney sweep in Monterey and then moved back home to Cloverdale, where he launched a career working on, and in, chimneys.

Chimneys are a bit odd, being both simple and complex, and while anyone who has a fireplace probably knows where the hearth is located, and maybe can even go outside and point to the chimney sticking out of the roof, there’s a bit more to it.

Nick knows all those other chimney parts, and talks knowingly about the flue, the firebox, lintels and mortar. He understands what problems moss causes to your chimney and what creosote does to your flue, and he can fix them both. He also knows the importance of a well-maintained chimney because, after all, at least part of the time it’s full of fire that’s just a few feet from your sofa, and then it emerges, red-hot and smoky, right out on top of your roof.

He says the two most important things people don’t know about their own chimney is the chimney cap and the spark arrestor. Both are vital. A cap keeps rain from washing down your chimney interior and wreaking havoc on mortar joints, which can be a fire hazard, and a wire mesh spark arrestor keeps those pesky newspaper shreds from floating out of your chimney and landing on your roof shingles or in a neighbor’s tree.

The spark arrestor also prevents rodents and birds entering from above and setting up an apartment in your nice secluded chimney. The aroma of a nest of dead animals wafting down from above is a fragrance Nick says is both A) memorable and B) not what you want to smell coming into your own home. Tip: Nick Tillman installs chimney caps and spark arrestors.

He also gets down into the bottom of your chimney and cleans out all the grime and grit that’s been building up since the last time you had your flue, firebox and shaft professionally swabbed out which, as we all know, was a long, long time ago. It’s a grubby job.

Nick knows that, but he likes the work. Cleaning chimneys gives him time off in summer months to camp and go fishing. He’s untroubled at the prospect of his job getting outsourced to India, or anyone from Microsoft coming up with a chimney-cleaning app. “I don’t worry about technology taking my job away,” he says. “It is what it is.” And it is pretty much what it’s always been, because the job of sweeping out a chimney is immune to anything beyond the basics of getting the darn thing clean.

In the old days the equipment was unsophisticated, and perhaps you’ve seen pictures of children with brooms and brushes who did the work. Nick wonders if the kids were lowered into the chimney and told to start scrubbing. The next big advance in chimney cleaning came with ropes, weights and brushes connected to rods. Today they have power sweepers that connect to a drill and operate much like weed whackers.

“What we use today is much more efficient at taking out the creosote,” he says. “Creosote is acidic and it’s carcinogenic. It’s bad when it gets built up in mortar joints, and getting rid of it is the best thing you can do for your chimney and for your own health.”

Another difference between today and way back then is that there are professional standards, established by the National Fire Protection Association. The NFPA recommends homeowners have chimneys inspected on a yearly basis and cleaned as needed. Nick thinks it’s just good sense.

“I see fire hazards everywhere,” he says. “The majority of chimneys I see have potential problems. If it isn’t creosote built up or cracked flue lines it’s birds nesting in the chimney. Those are all hazards and if you haven’t had your chimney checked it’s definitely a good idea.”

The problem, as touched on earlier, is that you’re a little late. He says he’s getting four or more calls a day. At a minimum write “Call Chimney Guy” in big black letters on your 2019 calendar. And although Nick is the only chimney sweep he’s aware of in Ukiah, he thinks there are perhaps four or five more scattered around Mendocino County.

In addition to the nuts and bolts and brushes of a chimney sweep’s life there are also the old stories and legends. And yes, we’ve all heard the old Mary Poppins song about a chimney sweep being lucky, as lucky can be, but Nick says it’s true. Or at least it’s legend. Or maybe just superstition.

Nonetheless he’s a believer. He advises people to always shake the hand of a chimney sweep as he finishes a job because just because. Because it’s lucky. It’s also deemed lucky, he says, for a newly married couple to be fortunate enough to have a chimney sweep available at the ceremony to kiss the bride on her cheek. More good luck, you see.

When Nick and I depart I make an awkward snatch at his right hand and give it a good shake, and for good measure, I grab his left hand and shake that one too.

You can’t be too careful these days, or too lucky.

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Aug. 23, 2023Updated: Aug. 23, 2023 5:26 p.m.

The maximum temperatures measured across the Bay Area on Wednesday afternoon.

Baron/Lynx

The marine layer usually acts like a natural A.C. for the Bay Area coast, but it has been out of the picture today. This unusual August weather paved the way for near record-breaking temperatures Wednesday in cities along the coast and San Francisco Bay shore. 

Downtown San Francisco registered 85 degrees this afternoon, just 4 degrees shy of the daily record high of 89 set back in 1931. That’s 17 degrees above average for this time of year in the city.

Even hotter temperatures set up shop on the Peninsula, where San Francisco International Airport measured a daytime high of 90 degrees, just 2 degrees away from today’s record of 92 degrees set in 2010.

And weather models predict that this rare August heat will continue into Thursday — if a bit less intensely. Residents along S.F. Bay can expect a repeat of hot afternoon temperatures in the upper 70s to lower 80s — about 7 to 10 degrees above average. Nighttime temperatures will also run on the warmer side — lower to mid-60s.

An area of low pressure arrives in the Bay Area on Friday morning, which should help crank up the marine layer’s cool winds and fog, and bring temperatures down closer to average by the weekend.

Reach Gerry Díaz: gerry.diaz@sfchronicle.com; Twitter: @geravitywave

Gerry Díaz is The San Francisco Chronicle’s first ever Newsroom Meteorologist.

He previously served as a meteorologist for the National Weather Service Bay Area, working from the agency’s Monterey office. In that position he led an initiative aimed at increasing outreach to Spanish speaking communities during extreme weather events.

Most recently he worked as a meteorology specialist for the utility Southern California Edison.

Díaz enjoys hiking through California’s national parks and working on his panoramic photography skills, with a big interest on photographing the Central Coast’s state parks.

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[Arcade Monsters] 
Game On at Arcade Monsters

Laura Paquette,
laura.paquette@srqme.com

At St. Armands Circle, Arcade Monsters brings all the fun of nostalgic arcades to tourists and locals alike. Adrian Ravello is the owner and founder of Arcade Monsters, which has locations in Oviedo, Melbourne and Lake Mary. “I’ve been gaming since the 1980s, and I made a lot of lifelong friends in arcades. There are no real arcades anymore; mostly people go to kiddie casino ticket redemption places,” he says. “I wanted to bring back the arcades of my day in the 1980s and 1990s.”

About 150 different games fill the space at Arcade Monsters, appealing to various gaming tastes. “I provide the greatest lineup of arcade games on the planet,” Ravello adds. “I pick the top 20 games of all time from each category, such as the 20 best pinball games, fighting, co-op, and shooting, then I compile them. We have things that no one else has, like Japanese rhythm dance and anime-based games.” Classic Frogger, air hockey and Dance Dance Revolution are a sampling of the options offered. He describes the arcade itself as an immersive space decked out in glow-in-the-dark paint. “All ages are welcome, but after 9:30pm it takes on a more adult vibe,” he says. Unlimited gameplay costs $19.99 per person, making the arcade especially appealing for affordable rainy-day family fun.

A hidden gem at Arcade Monsters is the food and drink options. Alcoholic slushies put a grown-up twist on a familiar treat. The food is scratch made and celebrates Cuban flavors in the form of empanadas, Cuban-style tacos and the famous Cuban sandwich. “People from Miami tell us we have the best version of the sandwich they’ve ever tasted,” Ravello adds.

For anyone with a competitive streak looking for an alternative to a day at the beach, Arcade Monsters is an ideal option, striking a balance between nostalgia and modern-day fun.

Arcade Monsters, 326 John Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, arcademonsters.com. 

Pictured: A Star Wars game at Arcade Monsters, a destination perfect for guests of all ages. Photo Courtesy of Arcade Monsters.

Arcade Monsters

[Arts & Entertainment] 
Sarasota Youth Opera Hosts a Free Family Day at the Opera House

On Saturday, August 19, from 12 to 2 pm, bring the whole family to a free “Family Day” event and come see what Sarasota Youth Opera is all about! The Sarasota Opera House will be abuzz with activities – you can hear the Youth Opera sing, attend a “Find Your Own Opera Voice” singing session, join in fun acting games, and stand on the opera stage when you take a tour of the opera house. You can even get creative and make some props, have fun at the wig and makeup demonstration, explore the beautiful costumes, and more! This fall Sarasota Youth Opera will present Benjamin Britten’s The Little Sweep on the Sarasota Opera House stage, complete with professional sets, costumes, and orchestra. The opera tells the charming story about a group of children who join together to free a young chimney sweep apprentice from his cruel master and send him back to his family. The fall program starts up on August 15th, and auditions for the lead roles will be held on August 22 and 24. No prior experience is necessary, all skill levels are welcome! To learn more about Youth Opera visit https://www.sarasotaopera.org/youth-opera-program.

Saturday, August 19, 2022, from 12 to 2 pm, Sarasota Opera, 61 N. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, 941-366-8450. 

To learn more, visit

[Arts & Entertainment] 
Allman Betts Family Revival Coming to the Van Wezel

The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is excited to welcome the ALLMAN BETTS FAMILY REVIVAL to Sarasota on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, August 11 at 10 a.m. ET. It’s hard to believe that it’s been seven years since Devon Allman put together a show at the Fillmore in San Francisco to celebrate the life of his father Gregg Allman. What started as one night of the Devon Allman Project featuring Duane Betts along with a bunch of guest artists has turned into a one-night festival visiting 18-20 cities a year. This year we are especially excited to announce the official rebranding of the Allman Family Revival to the Allman Betts Family Revival. We have programmed an array of guests who will perform two sets – one featuring songs by Gregg Allman and one featuring songs by Dickey Betts. Enjoy listening to the hits along with the deep cuts from their legendary Allman Brother’s catalog performed by Anders Osborne, Luther Dickinson & Cody Dickenson (North Mississippi Allstars), Jimmy Hall (Jeff Beck, Wet Willie), Jackie Greene, Larry McCray, Alex “Orbi” Orbison, Ally Venable, Devon Allman, Duane Betts, and the Allman Betts Band featuring the Tal Wilkenfeld on Bass (Jeff Beck). There will also be some incredible artists that will join us in select cities including Sierra Hull & G Love with more to be added. The tour will also welcome back The Brotherhood of Light for the otherworldly visuals Allman Brothers fans experienced at the height of their career. The Allman Betts Family Revival is nearly three action-packed hours that will leave you with a great musical experience and warmness in your heart. Join us as we celebrate one of the greatest bands in the world. Tickets start at $59.50 and can be purchased at www.VanWezel.org, by calling the box office at 941-263-6799 or by visiting the box office Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groups of 10 or more should contact 941-263-6726. Pre-show dining is available through Mattison’s at the Van Wezel which is located inside the theatre. Reservations can be made on VanWezel.org or through the box office.  

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[Arts & Entertainment] 
Music Bingo at Hamlet’s Eatery

Myra Mains is back! Get ready for Music Bingo this Friday, Aug. 11th at Hamlet’s Eatery from 5-8pm. Music Bingo is a fun and exciting take on classic bingo where anyone can play. Hostess Myra Mains will entertain you while you enjoy great food and drinks from Hamlet’s Eatery. Free to play and open to all ages. Hamlet’s Eatery will open at 5pm for food and the games will be begin at 5:30pm. There will be four rounds. Play one or play all! Prizes include gift certificates from The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime, Hamlet’s and more! Hamlet’s Eatery has a great menu including vegan options. They have craft beer, wine, and Prosecco on tap available. Located outside with seating under a covered patio, 821 Apricot Ave in Sarasota. For more information visit www.hamletseatery.com or call 941-445-1938. 

[Announcements] 
New College Announces Coaching Staff for Inaugural Year of Intercollegiate Athletic Competition

New College of Florida (NCF) has announced the head coaches for each of its six varsity intercollegiate athletic teams which will begin competition in the 2023-2024 academic year. The announcement was made by athletic director and head men’s baseball coach Mariano Jimenez, Jr. More than 130 student-athletes have enrolled for the first season of Mighty Banyans athletics. Dr. Glodi Konga – Men’s Soccer. Konga joins NCF after spending the previous two seasons at Eastern University (PA), where he was the head coach in 2022. He holds a Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) B license. His playing career included an NJCAA national championship at Cloud County CC (KS), two years at NCAA Division I Liberty University, and a professional stint with the Philadelphia Fury. Konga earned his Ph.D. in sports leadership from Concordia University in Chicago. Debbie Pekel – Women’s Soccer. Pekel is one of the most decorated women’s soccer players in the history of Grace Christian University (MI) and served as an assistant coach last year at Bob Jones University (SC). She led all of NCCAA Division II in goals in 2013, and is Grace’s second all-time career scorer. Pekel holds goalkeeping level one and level two licenses from United Soccer Coaches and her U.S. Soccer Federation C license for coaching. Andrew Wingreen – Men’s Basketball. Wingreen was a part of the Stetson University basketball staff from 2019-2023. A graduate of Northland International University (WI), Wingreen got his start in coaching as a student assistant during his college years. He helped launch the Bob Jones University basketball program as an assistant coach from 2012-2017, and has worked camps at some of the top basketball programs in the nation, including Kansas, Duke, and Wisconsin. Brian Cruz – Women’s Basketball. Cruz brings more than a decade of coaching experience to New College. He was especially known for his recruiting prowess as an assistant coach at Warner University, where he was a Women’s Basketball Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year nominee in 2022-2023. As a head coach, Cruz posted a .748 winning percentage over four seasons at Cape Coral High School, qualifying for the post season each year. Aly Bermudez – Softball. Bermudez is a Tincher Pitching certified instructor who has trained girls from as young as eight years old to collegiate athletes in the circle. In addition to her private instruction business, Bermudez served as the pitching coach at Bishop Verot High School. She pitched collegiately at Lasell University (MA). 

[Safety] 
Health Officials Urge the Public to Take Precautions During Heat Advisory

The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County (FDOH-Sarasota) is urging residents to take necessary precautions and follow safety measures during the current heat advisory in the Southwest Florida region. With temperatures soaring and heat indexes reaching dangerous levels, it is important to prioritize the well-being of individuals and communities. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for southwest Florida, forecasting high temperatures and humidity that pose health risks. FDOH-Sarasota recognizes the importance of raising awareness and promoting measures to ensure the safety of residents during extreme weather conditions. During this heat advisory, FDOH-Sarasota recommends the following safety measures to minimize the risk of heat-related illnesses and emergencies:. Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water and avoid excessive consumption of caffeine or alcohol, as they can lead to dehydration. Stay cool. Avoid direct sunlight and long exposure to the sun. Spend time in air-conditioned environments. If you do not have access to air conditioning, consider visiting public buildings or public spaces with shade. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing to help your body regulate its temperature. Protect your head and face with a wide-brimmed hat and use sunscreen to prevent sunburn. Minimize outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day. If you must be outside, take frequent breaks in shaded areas and avoid strenuous physical exertion. Check on vulnerable individuals. Keep an eye on elderly neighbors, young children, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions, as they are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Ensure they have access to a cool environment and sufficient hydration. Never leave children, vulnerable individuals, or pets unattended in vehicle. Temperatures inside a parked car can rise rapidly, even with the windows slightly open, and can be life-threatening. FDOH-Sarasota urges everyone to remain vigilant and look out for one another during this heat advisory. By following these safety measures, we can collectively reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses and emergencies. Stay informed about the heat advisory by following the National Weather Service or your local news. For further information about heat related health issues, please visit www.sarasotahealth.org 

[Feature] 
A Story of Passion for Circus Arts

A STORY OF PASSION FOR CIRCUS ARTS | Celebrating a remarkable 25 years of blood, sweat, tears, grit and cotton candy to preserve the circus arts legacy for our future, July/August 2023. 

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[SOON] 
GRAB BAG:
RECREATION Sarasota Cars and Coffee at University Town Center , March 11 – December 9, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

This monthly gathering of car enthusiasts brings together automobile lovers from every walk of life, not to mention a wide array of spectacular cars. Bring your own vehicle (all makes and models are welcome) to show off, or check out the hundreds of cars on display. Each month, the event sponsors a different charity, and attendees are encouraged to donate $10 to benefit the charity. The event, occuring on the second Sunday of each month, will feature live music, complimentary coffee and more. To learn more, visit facebook.com/carsandcoffee941. Sarasota Cars and Coffee, The West District at University Town Center near Ford’s Garage, 295 N. Cattlemen Rd., Sarasota.

[SOON] 
BUSINESS:
BUSINESS Resources for Veterans Starting a Business , August 30, 12 to 1 pm

Learn what resources are available for veterans interested in starting their own businesses. We will review some of the national programs available including the SBA Boots to Business program as well as other free and low cost resources available for both the government, non profit and private sector. This webinar is free. Visit www.score.org/manasota to register.

[SOON] 
GALA:
PHILANTHROPY Toast Local , August 19, 1-5 pm

On Saturday, August 19th from 1-5pm, at Robarts Arena in Sarasota join us for Toast Local, and raise a glass to local charities. Benefiting The Rotary Club of Sarasota Foundation, enjoy a craft cocktail and beer tasting with delicious bites, plus special musical guest Kettle of Fish. The fun begins with a free family-friendly car show from 9am to 1pm. The Rotary Club of Sarasota is a network of active and retired business, professional, and community leaders dedicated to helping make Sarasota and the world a better place. Each year, the club receives requests from a number of local not-for-profit agencies seeking support. Toast Local will bring the local community together for an afternoon this summer to taste local beers, cocktails, and food. All proceeds will then be donated back to the local community. Information and tickets at rotaryclubofsarasota.com/toast-local, 21 and older.

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GALLERY:
ARTS AND CULTURE Flora at Art Uptown Gallery , July 29 – August 25, Various times

From July 29 to August 25, Art Uptown Gallery will display their artists creative interpretations on the theme Flora. The gallery will offer paintings and flower filled collages, plein air landscapes, abstract and traditional florals, decorative glass, ceramics, whimsical garden sculptures, bronze and glass mosaics to enchant visitors with a variety of plant based fine art. The First Friday Flora opening public reception will be on Friday, August 4 from 6 to 9 pm. The exhibit opens on Saturday, July 29 and runs through Friday, August 25. Art Uptown Gallery welcomes patrons and friends at 1367 Main Street where the diverse work of regional award-winning artists is exhibited. Visit www.artuptown.com for further information.

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SCIENCE AND NATURE:
ARTS AND CULTURE John Pirman, Diving Into Nature , July 22 – September 17, Garden Hours

Dive into nature this summer at the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Downtown Sarasota campus, where a retrospective-like show of the career of Sarasota artist John Pirman to date can be seen inside the Museum of Botany and the Arts and outside in the Gardens. The show features several of his signature views of Sarasota, including iconic scenes of Selby Gardens itself, along with diverse works from his 30-year career in New York City and even pieces from his childhood in Ohio. On view daily through September 17. Learn more at selby.org.

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FILM:
ARTS AND CULTURE Cinema at The Bay ON PAUSE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE , July 20 – December 31, 8pm

Join us for a free screening of Everything Everywhere All At Once at The Bay Park at 8 pm on Thursday, July 20. Bring your blankets, chairs, family, and friends to enjoy a wonderful evening under the stars. Enjoy tasty food from Nakos Tacos Food Truck and refreshing beverages from The Nest. The Bay Park, The Oval at The Bay, 1055 Blvd. of the Arts, Sarasota, thebaysarasota.org.

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MUSIC:
ARTS AND CULTURE Jazz Thursdays , July 13 – December 14, 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Join Sarasota Art Museum for Jazz Thursdays featuring live jazz music, contemporary art, and sips and bites from Bistro. Hosted by the Jazz Club of Sarasota. Jazz Thursday happens on the second Thursday of each month, 5:30-8 p.m. Galleries, Bistro, and SHOP open. FREE for Members, $20 for Not-Yet Members.

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THEATER:
ARTS AND CULTURE Divas Three , July 11 – September 17, Various times

Florida Studio Theatre presents Divas Three, a dynamic music revue featuring four decades of hits by some of the most influential women of music. With songs made famous by Aretha Franklin, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Carole King, and more, this original revue pays tribute to the artists whose musical impact has earned them the coveted title of diva. Created by Nancy Allen Productions, Divas Three begins playing on July 11 in the FST Court Cabaret. Tickets are now on sale at FloridaStudioTheatre.org or at 941.366.9000. Florida Studio Theatre, 1265 1st St., Sarasota.

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GRAB BAG:
WEEKEND Friendly City Flea , June 25 – December 31, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Join us for our Summer Pop-Up season at Oscura in Old Manatee for our July 23rd Friendly City Flea on Sunday, June 25th, from 10 AM -3 PM. We encourage you to walk the Neighborhood to visit our vendors in multiple locations. Enjoy live performances from Drunken Shrubbery. Oscura, 816 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton, oscura.live.

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GRAB BAG:
WEEKEND Bradenton Public Market , June 24 – August 26, 9 am to 2 pm

Realize Bradenton is pleased to announce the continuation of the Bradenton Public Market through the summer months. The summer Markets are scheduled once a month on the last Saturdays of each month, on June 24th, July 29th and August 26th on Old Main Street and 3rd Ave West in Bradenton. Our Market family is excited to see their customers throughout the summer while still enjoying some well-earned time off. The Market was founded in April of 1979 in a Downtown Bradenton parking lot. Over the past 44 years, the Market has grown and evolved to fill Old Main Street with produce, local artisans, and prepared foods. realizebradenton.com/market.

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PERFORMANCE:
ARTS AND CULTURE The Surfer Boys at Florida Studio Theatre , June 13 – August 13, Various times

Florida Studio Theatre kicks off its Summer Cabaret Series with The Surfer Boys,an energetic tribute to the music of The Beach Boys. Featuring such hits as California Girls, Good Vibrations, Barbara Ann, and Surfin USA, The Surfer Boys is filled with the honey-tinged harmonies and unforgettable melodies that defined 1960s California and pop music. The Surfer Boys begins playing June 13 in the FST Goldstein Cabaret. Tickets are now on sale at FloridaStudioTheatre.org or at 941.366.9000.

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SCIENCE AND NATURE:
PHILANTHROPY Conservation Foundation Trivia Nights , June 9 – August 11, 5 to 8 p.m.

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is excited to announce a monthly trivia series this summer at their Bay Preserve headquarters in Osprey on June 9, July 14 and August 11. The free community events will take place from 5pm to 8pm with trivia beginning at 6pm. Each month a different food truck duo will be onsite offering a variety of tasty options the whole family can enjoy. The public is invited to come watch, play, or simply enjoy nature and food with family and friends. Each monthly event will have a different theme with a variety of questions covering categories ranging from movies and music to science and nature. Teams can have up to eight members and multi-generational teams are encouraged. The winning team for each individual monthly event will receive a prize package in recognition of their win. Points will also be accumulated across the series, with the overall winning team receiving their choice of a private, guided hike or kayak trip for up to ten people. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to sit upon for this outdoor, picnic-style gathering. In the event of rain, the trivia component will be moved to an area under cover. Learn more and RSVP at conservationfoundation.com/events. Conservation Foundation, 400 Palmetto Ave., Osprey.

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THEATER:
ARTS AND CULTURE The Graduate at The Players Centre , August 17 – August 27, Various times

The Players is closing its 93rd season with the stage adaptation of, The Graduate, a play adapted by Terry Johnson, based on the novel by Charles Webb and the Motion Picture Screenplay by Calder Willingham and Buck Henry by Special Arrangement with StudioCanal. This play is sure to grab your attention and never let it go. The Players Centre, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, the players.org.

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The Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco skyline from the Marin Headlands above Sausalito are shown in 2015. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg, file)

I wondered what reaction I would get to Wednesday’s pro-San Francisco column after my vacation there. Our suburban Inland Empire is in some ways the opposite of SF, and some people gloat when a cosmopolitan city displays even the slightest hint of dysfunction.

To my surprise, almost everyone who commented via email or social media was positive, with few naysayers. And there were more comments than usual, many of them thoughtful. Let me give you an excerpt of it here: the good, the bad, and the neutral.

Read them while enjoying an imaginary bowl of clam chowder from a sourdough bread bowl. (It’s imaginary, so no carbs.)

Janet Cerswell: “My husband and I just got back from a road trip there last week. I’ve even been warned by friends about how dangerous it is. Pooh! This is a great city with the urban problems that all big cities have. But a lot of these other cities don’t have all the things that make SF special: the architecture, the food, the culture, the parks, the culture, the people.”

Note that Janet mentioned culture twice. That’s how sophisticated SF is.

Ofelia Valdez-Yeager: “It was fun to visit SF on behalf! Thank you for providing a “real” update. You made me feel like I was there.”

Who needs virtual reality glasses when you have a newspaper?

Pamela Gartska: “City Lights is my favorite bookstore! There, on the second floor, Beat poets such as Allen Ginsberg and Lawrence Ferlinghetti read their works. Climbing the steps to the room where they read their poetry is like going to church for me. And I shopped at Amoeba Music too! I love San Francisco for all the reasons you mention.”

I like climbing stairs. It’s even better if they’re available in bookstores.

Richard Armour: “Ask anyone who criticizes San Francisco this question: ‘When was the last time you were in San Francisco?’ I do, and 98% of the time the answer is “I’ve never been there” or “At least 20 years ago”. I tell them, “Yeah, I know, because I go there several times a year and all this bullshit about San Francisco is just bullshit!” (My apologies to the Cow Palace!)”

Richard is a man who knows everything.

Linda Trawnik: “Your gift for seeing and writing about the many joys that are available to us when we choose to see them is such a welcome and refreshing perspective. I want to return to San Francisco now as I realize it’s been too long. Thank you for a great column!”

Thank you for an above average comment.

Orlando Davidson, Portland, Oregon: “Great column. Portland experiences the same somber mood, despite the wonderful ventures mingling with the real city issues.”

I love Portland too. Obviously urban issues don’t bother me.

Kevin Sammons: “Articles like this are the reason I subscribe. Otherwise, SCNG newspapers not only criticize California – both North and South – but downright vilify it so much that I often wonder why the current owners bought the company.”

Maybe our California bashing is why others are signing up.

Catherine Brundage: “I’ve just been to San Francisco for a week and stayed at Dolores Park, where I lived 40 years ago. The city may have its problems, but it’s still breathtakingly beautiful and full of charming little corners. Golden Gate Park is a treasure. Every restaurant meal I’ve had on this visit has been really good, if not outstanding. Wear layers and be prepared to walk. Take it all in.”

Good strategy. Of course, when people can’t park right in front of their destination in IE, they start crying.

John Stanford: “Thank you for a wonderful column about your trip to San Francisco. Fox News seems to want to convince everyone that places like Portland, Chicago and New Orleans are under siege, but in reality they express their enthusiasm when they cover everything negative when it comes to San Francisco. With that in mind, it’s refreshing to read a column that offers an honest account of the place.”

I’ll be in touch, you decide.

Icarus Jones: “Did it feel different for you? I’m going back in September and I’m a little scared.”

It just feels like SF to me. Maybe I’ll go back in September myself.

Point Cosentino-Phillips: “Great column, but I still don’t feel like visiting San Francisco today. I was there four years ago and just didn’t feel safe.”

Admittedly, city breaks are not for everyone. That just leaves more delicious croissants for the rest of us.

Michael mentor: “So you’re the one…”

…who likes to travel? Yes. And by the way, in 2022, 21.9 million people from all over the world visited SF.

John Phillips: “I agree with David Allen. No matter how big the pile of steaming, stinking, putrid horse manure, if you keep looking, chances are you’ll find a pony in there somewhere. San (Expletive) is nowhere near what it used to be when I was there, but the newbies will never know any better.”

Tell us more about the old days, grandpa.

Kit Miller: “I liked your story about San Francisco. I love The City too. I swore I would move there when I grew up, but circumstances never allowed it. I live near Berdoo and was thinking about flying there to have lunch and enjoy some culture. Your column today calmed my fears of the horrors (I hear) I might encounter.”

Good to hear. And if you’re going all the way, why don’t you stay for dinner?

For the books

Pat Lambert spent 29 years at Pomona Public Library, where she was senior librarian, advocate for reading and free speech, and always had a cheerful demeanor.

At her retirement party on Wednesday, there were cupcakes with the library’s logo on them and a number of well-wishers, including myself. What did Lambert do before she went home after her last shift? She borrowed a few books.

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A tribute band, Who Generation, performed at Chino Hills’ Concerts in the Park Wednesday night. I imagine a naïve Who fan showing up hoping to see the real Who, learning that the cast are copycats, and yelling, “Don’t be fooled again.”

David Allen (who?) writes Sunday, Wednesday and Friday. Email dallen@scng.com, call 909-483-9339, like davidallencolumnist on Facebook and follow @davidallen909 on Twitter.

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