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CELEBRATING 34 YEARS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE JANUARY ♦ FEBRUARY 2021 2021 – There is hope on the way!

t’s a new year, a new day, and a new to attend a Council meeting at City tion perspective, we’re looking forward Ihour of promise after eleven months of Hall? To most of us politics by zoom was to a year of returning to our traditional generally terrible world news, mandated never very satisfying. Ah, take a look at events. Th ere’s the continuing Beach isolation; of sadness and worry and loss the Mayor, hasn’t aged a day in the last Cleanup, April through October where for so many in the millions. At last, there year—still, little pale from working at both locals and visitors meet in good is hope on the way. home. will to honor the beauty of the white Th at hope can not only be attributed It’s been lonely up at the Forest Th e- sands of Carmel’s namesake. Citizen of to the miracle of science in the form of a ater. All those empty benches and not one the Year at the Carmel Women’s Club is vaccine and to a sigh of relief for a careful lone fi gure on that huge stage. Won’t it be traditionally a Spring date but will likely return to a normality that has been absent a pleasure to book a couple of seats once push to Summer or be held online. For for too long, to some, forever. To para- again at our local playhouses, Pac Rep, loyal supporters we’re beginning to plan phrase, “Yes, Marilyn, there is a future.” the Cherry, Sunset Center, and Forrest for the Annual Membership meeting And a Santa who is rumored to be pack- Th eatre Guild? Get out your makeup, usually in May where Board directors ing up his Tesla for next December. actors, and musicians, we can’t wait for can directly connect with members who And the future is what we most as- the overture. may have questions or suggestions for our suredly should be concentrating on in this Th ere are friends we haven’t seen in leadership. As an incentive for attending, new year. It might not be a bad idea to too long. Won’t it be wonderful to visit we hope to reprise the popular spaghetti cobble together a list of what in Carmel again, to gather for events, to feel free to feed—napkins at no charge. Th en we life we’ve missed and what we most hope off er a handshake or give a chum a hug. have our annual September Feast in the to enjoy again. Let’s not be conserva- Maybe a kiss on the cheek—just asking. Forest gathering. And we’ve already tive—go for it. (SPOILER: Don’t throw Th ere are many people who have not booked La Playa hotel, on Dec 3rd, for away the mask, we’ll need it for a while.) only been deprived of life’s pleasures in our Holiday Party, so ‘save-the-date.’ Want to be the fi rst in line at Harri- the last year but who have been on the And so, we look to the future, and son Library? Th ere’s a new Joan Didion front lines of service to all of us. Th ose hope for a bright future. Th e Board of on the best seller list. Or is it a Danielle folks who attend to us twenty-four hours Directors is optimistic in the hopes that Steele? What’s important is to walk in the a day in hospitals, grocery stores, retail the membership too shares our positive front door and browse as long as we want. establishments, our police, fi re force, our feelings for this new year. At the least we Can we meet for dinner? Italian? forest keepers, our volunteers—devoted might recall the title of a song from the Middle Eastern? How about a table in a service heroes who in many cases literally end of the Great Depression: “Th ings quiet corner by the fi replace? kept us alive. Are Looking Up.” Well, they are—slowly. When’s the last time we were able From a Carmel Residents Associa- And how very grateful we are. ■

CARMELRESIDENTS.ORG ♦ P.O. BOX 13, CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, CALIFORNIA 93921 PRESIDENT’SMUSINGS By Fred Bologna Agreed by both Visitors and Locals …

What Carmel Off ers locals often sympathize with the driver of the time to really that Volkswagen as we repeatedly try to fi nd observe the remark- ne of my favorite Bill Bates cartoons a break in the crowd to get to the post offi ce, ably diverse group of Ohangs in Carmel’s post offi ce. It shows the bank, or Carmel Drugs. With Califor- tourists crossing in a Volkswagen Bug stopped at a downtown nia’s shelter-in-place and stay-at-home orders front of me. I thought, what brings them Carmel intersection attempting to cross over aff ecting the number of tourists visiting to Carmel? So why not ask? Th e people I Ocean Avenue. Th e throngs of tourists in Carmel, locals have experienced a tempo- queried were visiting from Auberry, Fresno, the intersection are making that attempt im- rary respite from these crowded downtown Gig Harbor, Portland, Reseda, Sacramento, possible and if you look closely at the driver intersections. and San Francisco. of the Bug, he has been waiting so long that Recently, while stopped at the corner I told them I was writing an article on all that remains is his skeleton. of San Carlos and Ocean Avenue waiting what brings them to Carmel. Here are just a During Carmel’s peak visitor seasons for my chance to cross the street, I took few replies.

► “I enjoy visiting Carmel for its pristine beaches, friendly ► “Carmel, to us, is like an old friend to come home to natives and shop owners. Beautiful weather and great food that never loses its ambience.” at charming dining spots.” ► “It’s the hills, narrow tree lined roads, the wind, the ► “Downtown Carmel has always had a simple charm sunsets…the slower pace that draws me in.” with small, wonderful shops and eateries. My husband and ► “I love the quaint artisans’ shops, antiques and second- I spent our honeymoon at the Pine Inn.” hand shops…there is great sightseeing available as well.” ► “Carmel is an amazing place to have those recurring get- ► “Its many fi ne hotels and inns – most within a block or aways once or twice a year. A perfect placed to re-ground.” two of shopping on Ocean Avenue.” ► “What brings me to Carmel is the small town feel that is ► “Enjoying a glass or two of wine with the opportunity to close to the Pacifi c Coast. An amazing downtown, wonder- meet other visitors who can often be literally from anywhere ful food and nearby wineries.” around the world.” ► “Th ere is something magically haunting about Tor House.” ► “Carmel has a unique historical charm. One has the opportunity to step back in time to visit Tor House and the Th ank you, all, who spoke from their hearts on “Why Carmel”. mystical Carmel Mission.” As residents, we defi nitely agree. ■

CRA Hosts – Carmel’s Historic Theatre District with Stephen Moorer ark your calendars to join us online Th ursday January 28th at 5:PM for insights on the early years through today on Mthe entertainment and culture provided by live theatre on the Peninsula. Full of infl uencers, artists, directors, produc- ers, writers, performers, and stages about town – hear more about the early locations and delivery of in person enjoyment across the spectrum of classical to current dramas and musicals over the decades. Learn about the early personalities bringing their Bohemian infl uence to our Village including surnames such as Sterling, Austin, London, and Hopper. And hear even more on the performances and locations ranging from Carmel Arts & Crafts Clubhouse, Forest Th eater, Golden Bough, Circle Th eater, Sunset Center, Carl Cherry Center and more. Stephen Moorer is currently the founder and artistic director of the Pacifi c Repertory Th eatre. Plus, his theater credits go way back as an actor and director across over 100 productions, and over 10,000 performances, with over 1 million audience members. Stephen’s passion for live performances continues creatively in these COVID-19 times as well. On January 28th at 5PM, visit www.carmelresidents.org for smart device One Click access to the Zoom session. Or you can go to www.zoom.com, enter meeting # 837 1436 6569 and provide the passcode “Th eater”.

2 CARMEL RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION ♦ carmelresidents.org CITIZENOFTHEYEAR Nominations are Open - Citizen of the Year eginning in 1980, and now on every Any person or organization may ceremony, in normal times, would be Bsecond year, CRA honors a promi- make a nomination. Candidates do not held in the Spring at the Carmel Wom- nent Carmel person by naming him or have to be members of the Carmel Resi- an’s Club and is open to the public. her Citizen of the Year. Candidates have, dents Association. Nominations must be Traditionally this mid-afternoon cere- through their service, enhanced the lives in writing and include information on the mony includes local & regional leaders of citizens of Carmel-by-the-Sea. All candidate with emphasis on activities and – providing additional recognition and nominees, either resident or business com- contributions to Carmel-by-the-Sea. appreciation for our awardee, along with munity members, must live in Carmel-by- Nominations should be sent to munchies and beverage – provided by the-Sea or its Sphere of Infl uence. Attention: CRA Citizen of the Year, PO local businesses. Watch for future issues Candidates must not be a member of Box 13, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Ca 93921; of Th e Voice for the time and place of this the Carmel Residents Association Board or emailed to [email protected]. celebratory gathering. If you can contrib- of Directors, a city or county employee or Th e deadline for receipt of nominations is ute to this program, beyond nominations an elected offi cial of Carmel-by-the-Sea or February 15th, 2021. please email [email protected]. Monterey County. Th is 26th Citizen of the Year awards Th anks all. ■

Roster of Prior Honorees: (alpha listing) his coming year’s Honoree will join a long list of distinguished citizens recognized for their eff orts on behalf of our city. TTh ey include Linda Anderson, Clayton Anderson, Noel Van Bibber, Melanie Billig, Jack Billwiller, Steve Brooks, Mike Brown, Greg D’Ambrosio, Olof Dahlstrand, Nancy & Bill Doolittle, Richard Flower, John Hicks, Wayne Kelley, Bob Kohn, Frankie Laney, Barbara Livingston, Skip Lloyd, Noel Mapstead, Roberta & Monte Miller, Enid Sales, Joyce Stevens, Merv Sut- ton, Roy Th omas, Charlotte Townsend, Fran & Alex Vardamis, Jean White, Ken White, and Jim Wright. When spouses are listed separately – recipients were awarded in a separate year.

Citizen of the Year

The Candidate The Nominations

 Must live in Carmel-by-the-Sea or in our  Can be made by any Carmel Sphere of Infl uence person or organization  Has enhanced the lives of citizens of  To include all relevant details Carmel-by-the-Sea. For example: prior on the contributions to Carmel- honorees were recognized for their activ- by-the-Sea community ities and contributions to our parks and  To include email and phone volunteer work in organizations serving # contact information of the our community. nominator(s)  Can be a resident or business communi-  Must be sent to: CRA Citizen of ty member the Year, PO Box 13, Carmel-  May or may not be CRA member by-the-Sea, Ca 93921 – or email  Must not be on CRA Board to [email protected]  Must not be our city or county employee  Must be received on or before  Must not be an elected offi cial of Carmel- February 15th 2021 by-the-Sea or Monterey County

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Ralph Chandler Harrison: By Harrison Memorial Library Doug alph Chandler Harrison died while election. Th e Republican Party nominated Schmitz Rthe world was ravaged by the pan- Harrison at its Sacramento convention in demic of 1918. Now, one-hundred and August 1890 for a twelve-year term as a three years later, the building bearing his court justice. He was elected and began name in Carmel-by-the-Sea, construct- serving in January 1891. Ninth Avenue for her home. ed on property his wife purchased and It has been recorded that Harrison Mrs. Harrison died in a house fi re in built with monies she designated in her issued opinions that had a “crystalline October 1922. Th e year before, she had will for its erection, is mostly quieted by clearness” “no thinness, no sloppiness, no prepared her last will and testament. In COVID-19. ambiguity or obscurities.” Some of his the introductory paragraph to her holo- Opened in 1928 after a half-decade opinions were referred to as “landmarks” graph, she wrote “I give and bequeath to of community infi ghting regarding its and “masterly.” Harrison wanted to serve the Board of Trustees of the City of Car- location, the selection of a designer, the a second term but was opposed at the Re- mel-by-the-Sea….in trust, for the purpose architectural style and a lawsuit, the Har- publican Convention of 1902 by William of building in said city, the Ralph Chan- F. Herrin of the Southern Pacifi c Railroad dler Harrison Memorial Library.” Th e who personally disliked the Justice. Herrin will specifi ed that Carmel was to receive supported Superior Court Judge J.C.B. $20,000, 3.3/4 lots on Ocean Avenue at Hebbard, jurist in the then well-known Lincoln Street, books, and furnishings. Hale and Norcross silver mining case. Probate closed in late 1923. After Harrison was denied renomination. community disagreements about whether Soon thereafter, he was appointed a to sell the lots and build the library else- Supreme Court commissioner and later where, the Trustees called for submission the presiding judge of the newly created of design concepts, receiving nine respons- Court of Appeals for the First District. es. Th e proposal of M.J. Murphy, a local Retiring from the judgeship in 1907, design/building contractor prominent in he associated with his sons, Richard, Carmel’s early days, was selected with con- and Robert, at the law fi rm Harrison & sulting architectural contributions from Harrison. Bernard Maybeck. Construction began in Ralph Chandler Harrison Beginning in 1887 and continuing mid-1927. until his death, he served rison was the fi rst building owned by the on the San Francisco municipality of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Public Library Board. An Who was Ralph Chandler Harrison? avid reader, favoring his- During his eighty-four years, Harrison, tory, he owned one of the born in Connecticut, served as a teacher, fi nest private libraries in legislator, member of the Bohemian Club, San Francisco. It was de- trustee of the San Francisco Public Library stroyed by the earthquake and the San Francisco Law Library, board and fi re of April 1906. At member of Hastings College of Law, his memorial, it was spo- vice-president of the Geographical Society ken “no place could have of the Pacifi c and the forty-second justice been better fi tted to his on the California State Supreme Court. knowledge and talents” Following receipt of his degree in than the library board. 1853, Harrison became a math and Harrison and his Harrison Memorial Library language teacher and in 1857 was elected wife, Ella Reid Harrison, to the Connecticut legislature. He began had visited our Village not long before his Historically, Carmel has had an aver- attending law school during his elective death. After his passing, Mrs. Harrison sion to naming public facilities. Th ere’s term, receiving his degree in 1859. Th at came to Carmel and attended the October Devendorf Park and several streets identi- year, he moved to California, settled in 1918 library trustee meeting. She told fying early Carmelites but the community San Francisco, and opened a law offi ce. the board of her intention to construct a has avoided permanent recognitions. Yet Th e California Supreme Court had library. “I am doing this in memory and the most majestic of our public building four vacancies in 1890. Unlike contem- honor of my husband” she spoke on that treasures is named after someone who porary times, political parties nominated autumn day over one-hundred years ago. never lived here, never owned land here, candidates who then stood for general She bought property at Camino Real and never voted here and didn’t work here. ■

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Frankie Laney and Company By - The Circulation Ladies Tom rankie Laney is a busy person. She’s In school I decided I wanted to be Parks Fthe lady who sits at the head of the an architect, I loved design and still do. table instructing, encouraging, monitor- Seems that I could sketch anything. As a ing ten plus ladies as they stamp, label and married young adult after my fi rst child, I’m glad you asked. To be honest, we crimp and bundle hundreds of newsletters I found the time to take some art class- talk a lot about chocolate. Chocolate in all for mailing to the membership of the es—did this to keep my sanity. I worked forms—as a drink, a candy bar, ice cream, Carmel Residents Association. She’s the at it and became confi dent in what I was bon bons—you know really important person who gets Th e Voice to you. Along producing. Fast forward to Carmel where aspects of chocolate. Stapling doesn’t with the editorial staff Frankie makes I was accepted by the now famous Carmel take a lot of thought nor does labeling. I it all come together six times a year. In Art Association, an artist cooperative, the provide some snacks and the chat begins: the old days it was the newsies, the little oldest in the United States along with latest movie—someone will give a review. fellows hustling the dailies in fair and foul another in Maine. My work is based Books—ah, well, Sherry’s a member of a weather while shouting the ubiquitous, on what many may call the California book club—what’s new? Kids, grandkids, READ ALL ABOUT IT. Well, times have School. I’m a watercolorist, I paint things spouses, travel plans. Sound tedious? It’s changed, besides, it’s far more comfortable and places of California. I’m devoted to not, in fact at times it’s a meaningful ex- around Frankie’s dining table than on the corner of 42nd and 7th Avenue. But who is Frankie Laney? Th at was our fi rst question when we asked for a few minutes of her time the other day just before the holidays. █ You inherited your Carmel house, used it as a get-away from your Wal- nut Grove California location and moved here permanently in 1992. Yes, that’s right. We were in the ag- riculture business for many years—fruits and vegetables to the commercial market. Time to move to where we always wanted to be.

█ Where were you raised? Th e early years. I’m a San Francisco person. Married and moved with some trepidation to Wal- nut Grove. I was a city girl. I wasn’t keen Th e Circulation Ladies on living in Walnut Grove, but it wasn’t forever. Th irty years later we moved to American art of the Depression era, the change of ideas. Good company, I’d call it. Carmel-by-the-Sea. And speaking of the WPA projects. As a San Franciscan I loved Th e Voice is grateful for the good city, I worked as a secretary at the grand to visit murals at Coit Tower and locally, company you bring together for the cause, San Francisco Palace Hotel. At the age of the beautiful work at the Salinas Southern Frankie. Th e “Circulation Ladies” with 23 I became the general manager’s secre- Pacifi c train station. Th e movement is still your leadership are every bit as import- tary. Th rilling and a wonderful experience, alive and thriving. ant as those of us who sit alone at white I loved it. screens pulling together the stories for █ We’ve been to your house a number █ Now, back to your dining table. Th e Voice. Say hello from us to Sherry Williams, Ovilee Kennedy, Cindy Lloyd, of times. Your love for art, painting Th ere you are with the mailing ladies. Kathy Fredrickson, Bobbie Wright, Lynn Not a man present. Do you miss us is obvious. Not only as a collector Ross, Joanne Ablan, Donna Pribble, Jack- of paintings and objects, but you, or are there other more interesting ie Woodard, and Donna Mohedin. yourself are an artist. When did that subjects to talk about? How is that Th anks, Frankie . . . now about those begin? possible? bon bons. ■

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A New Voice Column Use Them or Lose Them or those on our email list, you are his pandemic with its restrictions By Falready familiar with “News You Can Tand limitations are aff ecting us all in Nancy Use” that is routinely emailed shortly many ways, no doubt. As covered in City after each routine City Council meeting Council meetings, our Village businesses, Twomey containing highlights of that meeting with their decreasing revenues, reworking and other items of Village interest. Now of their facilities and adjusting their staff - “News You Can Use” is also a column in ing are suff ering. Th ey all count on global businesses. Buy local – respecting current the mailed bimonthly Th e Voice. Past Is- and national visitors and locals’ patronage COVID-19 guidelines – at our hotels, sues of both are available at www.carmel- to thrive and keep their doors open long- shops, restaurants, galleries, wine shops, residents.org/voice-archives term for us all. service providers and more. And note If you are not receiving the emailed We encourage you to go just that most of these businesses also off er gift “News You Can Use”, please send us your around-the-corner and where possible cards or certifi cates for redemption when information to [email protected]. out-of-your-way to frequent these local the times allow. As always, we welcome your comments and suggestions. Avoid Vaccination Scams – from Federal Trade Commission

Carmel Neighbors ews of the soon to be available COVID-19 vaccinations unfortunately will Nbring bad intentions. While vaccination details are continuing to evolve, Helping Neighbors you can be sure of the following: o you, or someone you know, need • You can pay to put your name on a list to get the vaccine. Th at is a scam. Da trusted neighbor for errands? Did • You can pay to get early access to the vaccine. Th at is a scam. you know there are a group of Carm- • Someone may call about the vaccine and ask for your Social Security, bank el citizens ready to assist our residents account or credit card number. Th at is a scam. needing to take extra precautions in these COVID-19 times? Carmel Neighbors is Ignore any vaccine off ers that say otherwise or ask for personal or fi nancial infor- a group of Carmel citizens who have or- mation. More details are available at ftc.gov/coronavirus/scams. And of course, ganized to help us take care of each other California provides extended COVID-19 information at www.cdph.ca.gov and protect the most vulnerable among us during these diffi cult times. Th is organization has volunteers who Carmel Cares – Making a Visible Difference can help with grocery shopping, prescrip- tions, picking up mail, frequent check-in s summarized by “Chief Caring Sunset Center, and Forest Th eater – calls and doing what we can to help you AOffi cer” Dale Byrne in the Decem- through to their Tree Tender and Media weather this storm. Th ese volunteers live ber 7th City Council meeting, Carmel Minder programs. Th eir list goes on and local, follow safety guidelines, and look Cares volunteers have been extremely volunteers and contributions are very forward to the new long-term friendships busy extending the reach of and collab- welcome. that follow. orating with Carmel Public Works and Th is team and its non-profi t orga- Reach out to this team with your Forestry teams on their recent projects. nization coordination have truly made a needs, at www.carmelneighbors.org, Only some of their recent projects diff erence. Visit their website for more call 831-915-3148 or email support@ include weeding, pruning, primping+ information and to sign up at www. carmelneighbors.org with places including Scenic walkway, carmelcares.org.

more and your very own CRA. So Much Online Entertainment In case you missed them, our Fall 2020 online programs ur local organizations are delivering programs online are available on our YouTube Channel too. Go to www.You- Onow (and some outside creative options too) that most Tube.com and search for Carmel Residents Association. You of us would prefer to enjoy in person. Even as health guide- will fi nd these great programs: lines permit later this year – online delivery may continue to complement the familiar, and ever so missed, in-person live • Flora Woods, Madam of Cannery Row – with Tracy participation. Shaw Make sure you are on the notifi cation listings of our local • Charles Dickens in America – with Howard Burn- institutions including Th e Carmel Foundation, Monterey ham Symphony, Pacifi c Repertory, Sunset Cultural Center, Carmel • Carmel by the Sea Climate Change Initiative Update Library & its Foundation, Carmel Woman’s Club, plus many - with council persons Jeff Baron & Carrie Th eis.

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Membership Month Shop Local – And Use ime again to renew! Or feel free to Your VIP Cards Too By Tinvite your friends to join anew; it is uring these COVID-19 restricted Mary not necessary to live in Carmel-by-the- Dtimes, it becomes especially im- Sea. Any folks who count our Village portant to frequent Carmel-by-the-Sea as “their town” can join! Your renewal businesses. Whether it is to-go food and Condry envelope is enclosed with this issue. You beverage, or services, or stores, wineries, can also renew or join online, carmelres- or galleries and more – your purchases in idents.org and we even take credit cards. No need to own property, renters are most welcome also. Th anks to remote meetings, lectures, and timely updates, we are able, during the pandemic to keep you aware of all that is happening in town. Th ank you RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION so much for your membership dues, and armel for those who have renewed early. Th ey 2021 help us with needed projects and pro- V.I.P. A Membership Benefit 2021 grams for our Village. And we certainly appreciate your additional donations, as person or online with credits for future 2021 well as gifts of your time. redemptions at their businesses are very appreciated. Plus, as CRA members you CRA Board Nominations should all have a VIP card with business Program Series ll CRA members may nominate off ers and or discounts. 2021 cards will • January 28 • Apotential candidates for our Board. be issued and mailed by the end of Janu- HISTORY OF LIVE THEATER Please send a petition signed by 3 mem- ary to renewed or new members – please bers. It must include a short paragraph use 2020 cards this month until the re- IN CARMEL WITH STEPHEN focused on the nominee’s talents and placement is received. A list of participat- MOORER interests in contributing to the Board. ing businesses and their off ers is available via Zoom Would YOU be interested in serving? at www.carmelresidents.org/vip-card Your petition must be received by A New Face on the Carmel • March 25 • March 1, 2021. Please send to the nomi- MY GRANDFATHER, SAM nating committee chair Mary Condry, P. O. City Council Box V, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921, or familiar face in town, CRA congratu- MORSE, WITH CHARLIE email [email protected]. Alates Karen Ferlito on offi cially joining OSBORNE City Council for her 4-year term. In close via Zoom Mutt Mitts? alignment with one of her many passions, ook for “Carmel Residents Associa- • September 23 • Ltion” and “Friends of CRA” on Mutt HISTORIC HOTEL DEL MON- Mitts dispensers in town (dog waste bags). TE AND 17 MILE DRIVE Th e City budget shortfall triggered de- Carpenter Hall at Sunset Center commissioning many dispensers, but with with John Sanders the contributions of many, we all helped replace and replenish this Keep Carmel • November 18 • Clean and Dog Friendly Town program. THE FINE ART OF FUN Carpenter Hall at Sunset Center with Will Bullas Karen has invested 16 years on the Forest Your Ideas? and Beach Commission along with years serving on the Big Sur Land Trust and an ur CRA has been honored with amazing record in driving many projects Obequests to be applied to non-op- for and as President of Friends of Mission erational projects or items for the benefi t Nature Preserve. Karen has also been an of our Village. Your CRA Board would active, informed, and vocal citizen at the like to hear from YOU with your ideas. monthly Council Meeting for many years. Please share your suggestions to info@ Welcome and Congratulations Karen. carmelresidents.org.

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Post Offi ce Box 13, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921 www.carmelresidents.org | [email protected] Tel. (831) 625-3408

CRA Board of Directors

Fred Bologna, President | Daniel Cardenas, Vice President Tim Twomey, Treasurer | Darlene Mosley, Secretary Mary Condry, at Large

MEMBERS Janine Chicourrat, Frankie Laney, Ann Nelson, Tom Parks, Ann Pendleton, Nancy Twomey, Ken White, Jon Wolfe Barbara Livingston, Director Emeritus

Th e Carmel Residents Association is committed to the protection and enrichment of the traditional quality of life in Carmel-by-the- Sea and the preservation of its heritage and natural beauty through education, community activities and advocacy.

Th e CRA does not sell, trade, lend or in any other way share our members’ information with any organization or company. CCHEERSHEERS & CCHIDESHIDES

CHEERS To those who invested CHEERS To organizations, busi- CHEERS To all essential workers in Carmel to run for offi ce in our nesses and residents who decorated (health care, utilities, groceries, November election. for the holidays that uplifted our spirits. pharmacies, civic, fi re, police and all city CHEERS To our nonprofi ts who CHEERS To the extraordinary employees) who continually make it possi- continue to work overtime sup- eff orts of scientists who so prompt- ble to carry on with our lives. porting people in need. ly developed COVID-19 vaccines. CHIDES Will return in the next issue. CHEERS To the farmworkers who CHEERS To all the healthcare continue the harvesting of our food. professionals, logistics, and point of delivery teams who will bring the vaccines CHEERS To teachers, parents and Th e staff of Th e Voice welcomes to all of us in 2021. children who are being resourceful NANCY TWOMEY to the publish- in creating new ways to keep learning. CHEERS To the ways we fi nd to ing Team. Her familiar “News You volunteer in our Village. Can Use” have been received and en- CHEERS To postal workers for joyed by our membership since June CHEERS To all of us who pa- their above-and-beyond eff orts in of this year. Good to have you aboard, tronize our local businesses as we the delivery of 2020 ballots, holiday cards Nancy. & packages. navigate through this health crisis.

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