As we all know, the COVID-19 pandemic and associated shelter-in-place orders have had a huge impact across all sectors of the economy. Some of the hardest hit workers have been those in the hospitality industry, and that includes professional musicians. I am grateful to be included as a member of that tight-knit community, having played bass in several well-known Monterey Bay … [Read more...] about Keeping the Music Alive
Spring/Summer 2021
True Expression
The Colorful World of Paul Richmond
"I've always known that I was supposed to be an artist." As a 3-year-old in his small Ohio hometown, Paul Richmond woke before dawn each day, stole downstairs to the family dining table and drew, and drew, and drew. "I’d have hundreds of pieces done before they got up," he says. "They weren’t masterpieces by any stretch—but I knew that I loved it." That early passion … [Read more...] about True Expression
Compassionate Care for Four Legged Friends
Generous Volunteers Support Animal Rescue Organizations
South County Animal Rescue (SCAR) Board President Carla Strobridge Stewart remembers the weekend that a foster dog stole her heart. Two travelers discovered a puppy, whimpering and covered in mange, hiding along the Arroyo Seco River. They contacted Greenfield resident and Monterey County District 3 Supervisor Chris Lopez, who called Strobridge Stewart for help. After a … [Read more...] about Compassionate Care for Four Legged Friends
Finding Sanctuary at Home
Creative Ideas from Local Builders, Designers and Plant Experts
Homes have taken on new significance during the COVID-19 pandemic, transforming into offices, classrooms, recreational facilities and, of course, places to rest and recharge. As we spend extra time in our yards and interior spaces, comfort and safety are more important than ever. Here, six local architects, designers, garden experts and other professionals share tips on … [Read more...] about Finding Sanctuary at Home
Scenery with a Cinematic Past
Hollywood’s Love Affair with Point Lobos
The swarms of tourists that clog Highway 1 every weekend to soak up the beauty of Point Lobos might believe that social media made them privy to a long-held Monterey Peninsula secret. Little do they know that Hollywood moviemakers discovered this gem and have been using it as a backdrop for more than a century. At last count, around 50 films have been shot on or around Point … [Read more...] about Scenery with a Cinematic Past