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Santa Rosa, CA. ~ Nomina- tions are now being accepted for Santa Rosa individuals, businesses and organizations deserving


of recognition


for their community volun- teerism—leading to improved quality of life in Santa Rosa. This year, the Merit Awards Committee is pleased to an- nounce an additional category of recognition:


Community


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Heroes. With the groundswell of volunteerism in the wake of the October fire disaster, the Committee looks forward to accepting nominations of those individuals who have sought ways to address the challenges faced by our community. Nominations will be re- viewed by the Merit Awards Committee and winners will be honored in the following cat-


egories: • Beautifying the Santa Rosa community • Serving others, particularly young people, seniors and those in need • Expanding and enriching the artistic and historical culture of the City


• Strengthening neighborhoods • Fostering sustainability and protecting the environment • Community heroes


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The deadline for nominations is March 1, 2018. The 2018 Merit Awards will be presented by the Mayor and City Council at City Hall Council Chambers on April 16, 2018. Nomina- tions may be made by anyone. Since 1978, the City’s an- nual Merit Awards have ac- knowledged and celebrated the outstanding work being done to strengthen neighborhoods, serve people in need, expand our artistic and historical cul- ture and beautify the commu- nity. The nomination form is online at www.srcity.org/meri- tawards. To have a form mailed to you or for more information about the Merit Awards Pro- gram call 707- 543-3279.


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Hi Paul, Becky & I were in Havana this year. This photo was taken from the hilltop where the large sculpture representing Jesus of Nazareth looks over the bay in Havana. Our cruise ship is in the background on the left and El Capitolio (National Capitol Building) modeled after the US Capitol - our guide said it was 1 meter taller ~ Len Schwer of Windsor


Upbeat in Kyoto, Japan!


Pareidolia at its best. I looked back at my Coleman ice chest and it looked right back. ~P.A.D. Pareidolia is a psychological phenomenon that makes us see faces in random places.


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I love your Upbeat Times! I always get my monthly copy. I took this photo when I was visiting Kyoto, Japan. A lovely place! Happy Holidays to All! ~ Alan Murakami


“Just pick a goal and stick to it―no big complicated secret.” ~ Richelle E. Goodrich


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