Coastal View News • July 6, 2023

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United States Postal Service mail carrier Brian Lee, left, hands out treats to eager children watching the city of Carpinteria’s Independence Parade on Saturday, July 1; Lee, along with dozens of other local groups, joined in on the small-town parade fun last weekend, all waving and walking – or driving – down Linden Avenue, to the delight of Carpinterians young and old. See more parade coverage on pages 10 and 11.

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The state of California awarded $132.4 million to the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments this week, for improvements to Highway 101.

State awards Caltrans funds for Highway 101 improvements

The California Transportation Commission awarded $132.4 million to the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG) and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for the U.S. Multimodal Corridor Project, which covers improvements to Highway 101, and the completion of carpool lanes in Montecito and Santa Barbara.

The award was part of a $2 billion investment announced by the state from the 2021 Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and Senate Bill 1 (SB1) grant programs.

“SB 1 continues to deliver funding to the highest priority transportation projects within our district and all across California,” said Senator Monique Limón in a press release. “I am excited to see Highway 101 take these crucial steps towards being completed and becoming a model for zero-emission transportation on the Central Coast and throughout the state.”

The funds will be used to finance several improvements along Highway 101; purchase six electric buses and six associated chargers for the Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (SBMTD); install 41 contactless credit and debit card readers inside Coastal Express busses; construct a connection for pedestrians and cyclists along the California Coastal Trail and Pacific Bike Route; and install sixteen ZEV charging stations for light duty vehicles.

City seeks senior programming, active adult center consultants

On the heels of the budget approval last week, the city of Carpinteria is taking another step in the pursuit for a Carpinteria senior/active adult center with the release of its requests for consultant proposals.

The city is looking for organizations to consult on program designs and services for an active adult/senior center and associated senior programming, according to Assistant City Manager Michael Ramirez. Consultants will work with the city’s General Government department, including Ramirez.

Consultants should provide both short- and long-term options for active adult/ senior services in Carpinteria, as well as temporary programming support, program administration and scheduling for approximately five to 10 hours a week. Consultants should have five or more years of experience in the senior recreation field and experience in the public or nonprofit sectors. The city will select the three highest rated firms for interviews.

The fight for a senior center in Carpinteria has steadily gained support over the past several years; the city took its first steps last year with the establishment of the Ad Hoc Senior Services Planning Commission, and Girls Inc. of Carpinteria began offering senior programming and socials at its campus. Senior socials and associated workout programs have since moved to the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center and the Veterans Memorial Hall, respectively.

Proposals can be submitted to Ramirez at MichaelR@carpinteriaca.gov. The deadline to submit is Thursday, July 27 at 4 p.m. Interviews will be scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 2, with the selection on Monday, Aug. 7. View the full proposal online at carpinteriaca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/ RFP-Final.pdf.

Waste disposal: July 8, July 22

Carpinterians can drop off waste and more for free at the city of Carpinteria’s ABOP disposal program event, scheduled for Saturday, July 8 and Saturday, July 22, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at Carpinteria City Hall.

The city will accept antifreeze, paint, used motor oil – with a limit of five gallons per visit – batteries, oil filters, five florescent lightbulb tubes, three small household electronics, mercury thermostats and more. Waste should be kept in the truck, where staff can easily access them. Donators should remain in their vehicles.

Carpinteria City Hall is located at 5775 Carpinteria Ave.

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Behavioral Wellness celebrates 60 years

Santa Barbara County Behavioral Wellness celebrated 60 years of service last week, with the completion of its 60th fiscal year, according to Suzanne Grimmesey, public information officer and chief of Strategy and Community Engagement.

“The county of Santa Barbara Department of Behavioral Wellness is proud to conclude the celebration of its 60th fiscal year (FY 62-63), recognizing six decades of providing exemplary mental health and substance use disorder services to thousands to individuals throughout the county each year,” Grimmesey said last week.

“The department is a pillar of support for those coping with serious mental illness, addiction, trauma, and other mental health concerns. With its focus on compassion, access to services, and innovative approaches to care, the organization has continued to illuminate and meet new challenges surrounding community mental health over the years,” she added.

Toni Navarro, director of Behavioral Wellness, said the organization is “proud to have served the community for so many years.”

“The start of the department’s next decade of service coincides with the most significant transformation in California’s county behavioral health system in over 30 years (…) BWell looks forward to the successful implementation of a number of big changes over the next few years including CalAIM, CARE Court, the new statewide Medi-Cal mobile crisis benefit, and embracing possible MHSA reforms in order to continue providing the most effective and high-quality mental health and substance use disorder services to the County,” Navarro said.

The Department of Behavioral Wellness can be reached at countyofsb.org/behavioral-wellness. The crisis response and services access line, (888) 868-1649, can be reached 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

New tenant protection amendments clarify April decision, offer additional protections

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved the first reading of a tenant protection ordinance last week, clarifying and making amendments to a prior protection ordinance passed in April.

The April ordinance – prompted by the proposed mass “renovictions” in Isla Vista – requires owners and landlords obtain all necessary permits needed for a remodel prior to serving a notice terminating a lease; and provide tenants with copies of the remodeling permits, written notice stating the reason for lease termination and outlines of the type and scope of work.

The June 27 amendment clarifies the April ordinance and offers additional protections, county staff say. The new amendment clarifies the term “substantial remodel,” and requires landlords offer tenants evicted for a “no-fault” reason be offered a re-lease of the former unit if it comes back on the market within two years. The amendment also requires landlords offer residential tenants a one-year lease; for rented units currently without leases, landlords must provide a written lease to tenants within 90 days of the ordinance’s adoption.

These requirements do not apply to subleases of less than a year; currently leased units, until they are available for renewal; units where tenancy is a condition of employment; and lawful vacation rentals.

“The board’s actions this week come as a result of the immediate need to protect local tenants from worsening rental conditions,” Board of Supervisors Chair Das Williams said last week. “Ensuring tenants have the offer of a one-year lease can ensure residential stability and certainty for community members.”

“Retaining and getting people in housing remains a top challenge in our County. We have been hearing heart-wrenching public comment from tenants facing evictions and the amendments made to this housing ordinance is to tighten our existing laws and help close loopholes used in mass eviction events,” Supervisor Laura Capps also said.

Santa Barbara County currently has a 2% rental vacancy rate, according to public information office Kelsey Buttitta.

The county will vote on the second reading and adoption of the ordinance on July 11.

CCP to offer postpartum support group

The Carpinteria Children’s Project (CCP), Earth Milk Moon and Solar Road Foundation are partnering to provide a bilingual Postpartum Support Group to Carpinteria parents with infants – from newborns up to 1 years old – on Thursdays at El Carro Park.

“When a mother is thriving, children thrive, families thrive and communities thrive,” wrote Mairani Benitez, a family liaison with CCP, in a press release.

The support group will hold its first meeting on Thursday, July 6 at 1 p.m. at El Carro Park. Earth Milk Moon and Solar Road Foundation provide pregnancy, postpartum and infant services that support the “mother-baby dyad.” The organizations offer in-home, online and group postpartum care and education.

El Carro Park is located at 5300 El Carro Lane; group meetings will be held on Thursdays at 1 p.m.

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Visitors enjoy a movie at Movies in the Park in 2019.

Movies in the Park returns with “Tangled”

Carpinteria Movies in the Park is returning this summer, beginning with the Walt Disney Studios animated musical “Tangled,” which will be screened at Linden Field shortly after sunset on Tuesday, July 11.

The summer lineup includes “Tangled” on July 11; “Finding Nemo” on July 18; “Super Mario Bros.” on July 25; “Cars” on Aug. 1; “Princess Bride” on Aug. 8; and “Luca” on Aug. 15. Girls Inc. of Carpinteria will have concessions for sale, and attendees are reminded that the area within 15 to 20 feet of the screen is reserved for blankets only.

Admission will be free for the six-week outdoor film series, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Carpinteria Education Foundation (CEF) – which will operate the event – as well as community donations and premiere sponsorships from Montecito Bank & Trust and Chevron, among other local groups.

“Carpinteria Movies in the Park is a beloved Carpinteria event and partnering with CEF will allow for this summer series to continue for decades,” Casey Balch, president of Carpinteria Movies in the Park, said in a press release. “CEF is a well-established local nonprofit and combining resources will make movies more cost effective and easier to provide to the community.”

Werner takes over as CEF executive director

The Carpinteria Education Foundation (CEF) Board of Directors has named Pam Werner as executive director, following six years of serving as the foundation’s administrator.

Werner has worked as the foundation’s administrator since 2017, overseeing day-to-day operations, managing communications and marketing and increasing community awareness of the foundation. Werner also leads fundraising events such as the Carp-a-Cabana and Movies in the Park.

“I look forward to continuing to work with Carpinteria Unified School District, the community, and our board of directors to ensure that our local children are on the cutting edge of technology, enriched by participating in the arts, have the opportunity to carry on Carpinteria’s rich agricultural economy, and compete in STEM as they enter a workforce that continues to evolve,” Werner said in a press release.

See more about the Carpinteria Education Foundation at carpedfoundation.org.

Library searches for full collection of CHS yearbooks

The Carpinteria Community Library is searching for copies of Carpinteria High School (CHS) yearbooks released starting at the school’s founding through 2010, according to librarian Jody Thomas. The library is also searching for the 2018 edition of the CHS yearbook.

Thomas said the search for CHS yearbooks came when she spoke to current CHS students and library volunteers about this year’s yearbooks, only to find out the students weren’t purchasing their own yearbooks due to the high cost.

“Not all students can afford a yearbook,” Thomas told CVN. “Most of (the students) were saying that they were going to wait until their senior year (to buy a yearbook) because they are so expensive.”

“There are so many important photos in the yearbook, and a lot of people stay in town,” she added.

And so, the search for a full collection of yearbooks began, with the planned purchase of this year’s yearbook to start the collection. Thomas said a local also donated 10 years of yearbooks that had been sitting in the local’s garage.

Thomas said she would ideally like to collect yearbooks starting the year the school began and encourages locals to reach out to call the library at (805) 6844314 if they have more information.

While the Sahyun Genealogical Library, located in Hacienda Heights, does several volumes of the CHS yearbooks – 1929-1930, 1957-1961, 1964-1973, 1976-

The Carpinteria Community Library currently has several copies of newer Carpinteria High School yearbooks, and is now searching for editions starting at the school’s founding through 2010.

1977, 1979, 1983, 1985, 1989, 1990-2004 and 2012 – the genealogical library does not have a complete set, Thomas said.

The Carpinteria Community Library is located at 5141 Carpinteria Ave. See more at carpinteriacommunitylibrary.org.

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Campground visitors, rangers hold Fourth of July parade

At top, rangers with the Carpinteria State Beach Campground led approximately 150 campers – including a Carpinteria firetruck – around the campground on Tuesday, July 4, celebrating Independence Day. Above, from left, campers Angela Figueroa, Ali Allman and Jacob and Jocelyn Figueroa of Los Angeles joined in on the fun with their bikes.

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Happy birthday, Carpinteria Community Library!

The Carpinteria Community Library celebrated one full year of operations last weekend with a sing-along karaoke party and a birthday cake. Above, library program specialist Jena Jenkins cuts the library’s birthday cake; below, Ava Stengle shows off her rainbow glasses and colorful getup.

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Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon celebrates 50 years of service

BY JUN STARKEY

The Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon will celebrate the 50th anniversary of its charter, as well as the induction of the incoming 51st president Karen Graf, on Saturday, July 8 at 6 p.m. Club members plan to celebrate by looking back on the group’s storied history.

“(We’re) retrospectively celebrating 50 years of existence,” longtime Rotarian and Carpinteria local Bob Berkenmeier told CVN.

The original Carpinteria Rotary Club was founded in 1953, according to Berkenmeier; the group would later change its name to the Montecito Rotary Club, and sponsor the formation of the Rotary Club of Carpinteria – which officially formed on September 7, 1973.

The club would become the Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon years later, and two additional chapters – the Rotary clubs of Carpinteria Morning and Evening – were formed to accommodate incoming members, Berkenmeier said.

Berkenmeier and another longtime Rotarian Rob Godfrey – whose father, James Godfrey, served as club’s fourth president from 1976 to 1977 – sat down with CVN to discuss significant moments in the club’s history, and plans for the anniversary celebration.

“It’s time for us to recognize our accomplishments,” Berkenmeier said. “50 years is something to celebrate.”

A key feature of the celebration will be the presentation prepared by Berkenmeier, which summarizes the entire history of the Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon, including all presidents – from the first president Bill Carty up to incoming president Graf –and their respective themes for their terms.

Graf’s theme for her upcoming term as president is: “Create hope in the world.”

The presentation will also highlight significant moments in Rotary history. One of these moments, Berkenmeier and Godfrey said, was in 1989, when Rotary bylaws were changed to allow women to become members. Following this change, Reverend Kristina McKinlay, an associate pastor at the Carpinteria Community Church, became the first woman to join the Rotary Club of Carpinteria. The first woman president of the chapter, Carole Doyle, was elected in 1992.

Members also plan to review major projects throughout the chapter’s history.

A few of these, Berkenmeier and Godfrey said, include cleanups, the annual Rotary Talent Show, installing an accessibility ramp at the Carpinteria Veterans Memorial Building and providing scholarships to local students.

Godfrey said handing out student awards has been a highlight from his time as a Rotarian. “I’ve had parents say to me ‘I was a student here when you were giving these awards out,’” he said.

The 50th anniversary event will be held at the Carpinteria Woman’s Club at 1059 Vallecito Road.

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The charter night for the Rotary Club of Carpinteria was held on Sept. 9, 1973, and attendees included, from left, Lawrence Braden, charter President Dr. William Carty, Dr. Dorrance (Andy) Anderson and Martin Koobation, president of the Montecito Rotary Club.

“It’s time for us to recognize our accomplishments (…) 50 years is something to celebrate.”

– Rotarian Bob Berkenmeier

Bill Carty, left, inducts incoming president Reverend Ron Timmons on June 21, 1974.

How to snack healthfully

there’s a good chance you’re not getting in enough servings. Raw veggies like carrots, mini bell peppers, jicama and sugar snap peas are great options that can be taken on the go, eaten with hummus or snacked on alone. Ditch the store-bought ranch though.

Check out fruits. In the same vein as veggies, fruits are easy to take on the go, and many can be left unrefrigerated, which makes them ideal for car travel or to keep in your desk drawer. Fruits have often been vilified in recent years for no concrete reason. Fruits are filled with fiber and micronutrients that are an important part of a healthy diet.

can increase inflammation and the chances of specific diseases. This isn’t to say that you should avoid them; again, all nuts and seeds can be part of a healthy diet in moderation.

Avoid excessive sugars and unhealthy fats. Be cautious of snacks high in added sugars, unhealthy fats (saturated and trans) and artificial ingredients. Trans fats are often found in commercially baked goods, things with shortening and fried foods, among others.

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There are several easy ways to improve your snacking habits, the author says; try checking out fruits or veggies, or add in some more protein, to start.

I asked one of my clients the other day what I should write about this month. His suggestion was “snacks,” and I heeded that recommendation, as it’s a topic that can throw even the best eaters off their nutrition game.

Snacks are hard to figure out, as they aren’t typically thought of as a complete meal, but instead are needed to stave off the feeling of being ravenous before said meals.

Snack time is also when people say, “Nothing sounds good” or “I don’t know what to eat” – so anything becomes a viable option. Not being prepared while out and about with a go-to snack can also lead to poorer choices later when hunger takes over.

There are several easy ways to improve how you snack so you can feel appropriately satiated.

Snack time is veggie time. If you’re only eating veggies at lunch and dinner,

Add in the protein . Since protein is the most satiating macro (reminder: macros are either fats, carbs, proteins or a combination thereof), it makes sense to add in some protein to keep yourself full until your next meal. Examples include hard-boiled eggs, protein shakes, protein bars, canned tuna pouches, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, jerky and meat sticks like Chomps. If you are lactose intolerant, tons of lactose-free yogurts, cheeses and milk are flooding the market right now, so this can still be a viable option for you.

Notice that I did not write about nuts. While nuts, in moderation, are a good snack, they get more calories from fats than protein, so they are not a great source of protein. If you choose to snack on nuts, make sure to add seeds as well, as they are often higher in protein, fiber, and omega-3s (with the exception of sunflower seeds). Omega 3s and 6s should be balanced, but most people are usually omega-6 heavy. High omega 6 to 3 ratios

Ch oose whole-grain snacks. This will generally never include crackers, even though they are the quintessential “snack.” Crackers are generally filled with bleached flour and saturated fats with little to no, fiber. Instead, choose whole grains like air-popped popcorn, brown rice cakes, whole-grain cereal or even oatmeal. An easy way to tell if items are whole grain is that they will have fiber in them.

Try something new. Try roasted chickpeas, roasted edamame, flax seed “crackers” (aptly named “Flackers”) or even a quinoa salad with peanut sauce and soft-boiled eggs. There’s also no reason a snack can’t really just be a tiny meal if you want it to be.

Finding healthy snack options doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Choosing whole, minimally processed foods and focusing on nutrient-dense choices can transform your snacking habits into a nutritious and enjoyable experience. Remember to plan and prepare your

snacks ahead of time, paying attention to portion sizes and listening to your body’s hunger cues. Experiment with homemade options and explore a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains and healthy fats to keep your snacks exciting and satisfying. So, the next time you reach for a snack, make it a delicious and healthful choice that fuels your body and supports your overall well-being.

If you would like more concrete ideas for snacks, shoot me an email at leah@ foxwingfitness.com, and I’ll send you the list of ideas I’ve generated over time.

Leah Harding is a nutrition coach and mobile personal trainer. She specializes in helping people see food as an ally to reach their goals, both in and out of the gym. She previously worked out of Rincon Fitness and owned CrossFit Carpinteria/Foxwing Fitness. Contact her at leah@foxwingfitness.com with questions or with ideas for future wellness articles.

Carpinteria parades down Linden

PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON

Despite a hint of clouds, Carpinterians – and visitors – young and old popped over to Linden Avenue on Saturday, July 1 to check out the city’s charming Independence Parade, photographed by CVN photographer Robin Karlsson. This year’s parade featured the usual fan-favorites, such as the Carpinteria High School Future Farmers of America club and their adorable goats, as well some new groups, such as the full staff of the Carpinteria Community Library, which celebrated one full year of operations last weekend.

From left, Oscar Ramirez, Clover Martinez, Taylor Trembly, Bella Casbarro and Penny Wrought represented the Future Farmers of America club, alongside their goats.

Beth Cox, 2020 Carpinterian of the Year, cheers out the bus window.

Abraham Coleman rides his two-story recycled bike.

Local veterans lead the parade down Linden Avenue.

The 2022 Junior Carpinterian of the Year Stephanie Ramirez Garcia shows off her Carpinteria pride.

From left, Girls Inc. members Lani and Kayla Hardwick and Evelyn Sandoval showed up decked out in red, white and blue.

Avenue in the business’ dump truck.

kids, and Brian Barrett, Maria Olivas, Mayor Al Clark, Trish Durflinger and Carpinteria City Manager Dave Durflinger wave from the city’s float.

Staff and supporters of the Carpinteria Community Library celebrate

Supporters of the Carpinteria Skate Park showed up strong.

The Carpinteria High School Warriors’ cheer squad dances down Linden Avenue.

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On the first Thursday of each month, CVN publishes the Honor Roll to thank readers and advertisers for their generous support. For the past 14 years, this support has played a critical role in keeping CVN in the stands each week and full of local news that cannot be found in any other media. The outpouring of support inspired by the Honor Roll has established a deeper connection between the newspaper and its readers. Additionally, the hundreds of names that appear in the Honor Roll send a message to advertisers: Carpinterians are dedicated to their local newspaper. In turn, the staff of CVN is dedicated to its readers. As the publishers of your community newspaper, we appreciate the relationship we have with you, our readers, and we pledge to keep bringing you all the news of the Carpinteria Valley.

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Mary & Paul Zeoli

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Rods & Roses car show zooms into town

PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON

Muscle cars and other American classics zoomed, roared and sped into town last weekend for the 2023 Rods & Roses car show, an annual homegrown show that has been raising money for local community groups since 1997. The car show brought out local and out-of-town collectors and car fans eager to check out this year’s crop of decked-out automobiles, as photographed by CVN photographer Robin Karlsson.

Members of Carpinteria High School’s Future Farmers of America program sold flowers during the car show, raising money for the popular animalfocused program, including from left, Clover Martinez, Yohann Garcia, David Badillo, Chris Medina, advisor Sal Lopez, Oscar Ramirez and Penny Wrought.

From left, Cora and Warrner Ebbink eye a red muscle car with Buddy and Margo at their sides.

ABOVE, Jill Castro, left, and Michael Avery show off Castro’s 1971 Chevy Stepside.

BELOW, Cody Schwasnick brought his 1959 Chevrolet pickup truck to the show.

From left, Rich and Chase Bartle peek inside a 1969 Camaro.

Don Risdon, left, presents the Risdon Auto Care award to Stan Zhubrakand and his 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.

From left, Bill Pitruzzelli and his son Stephen rolled up in their 1956 Porsche Speedster.

From left, Leo, Angela, Josh and Silas Pangan walk down Linden, checking out cars on both sides.

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Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve

5905 Carpinteria Ave.

If you’re looking for a simple, relaxing hike, showcasing some of the most beautiful parts of Carpinteria, look no further than the Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve. The area has several walking trails with little elevation. Some trails lead to the Carpinteria Seal Rookery Overlook and continues down onto the state beach, and others can go upwards towards Tar Pits Park.

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Tar Pits Park

5669 Carpinteria Ave.

The trail leading through Tar Pits Park is another walking path in the area of the Carpinteria Bluffs and can be found after turning off Carpinteria Avenue onto Arbol Verde Street, down Concha Loma Drive before heading to the end of Calle Ocho. The trail leads down onto the beach, and tar can be seen seeping out of the large rocks along the cliffside, as well as in the sand.

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Food for Fuel

Whether on a brisk walk or a long hike, it’s portant to eat before and after, to ensure your body has enough nutrients to begin, finish and recover from the journey.

Before leaving home, carbohydrate rich foods such as oatmeal can provide fuel for the road. Fruits and vegetables can be good for carbohydrates and sugars, and can be refreshing during a day. Nuts and granola bars are nutrient dense, satiate your hunger quickly and are easy to carry – though some bars can be high in sugar. If plan on hiking for several hours, be sure to pack protein-dense meal.

If you’re looking to support your local businesses before heading out on your adventure, try stopping Pacific Health Foods at 944 Linden Ave., open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

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However, wearing the appropriate gear can experience more comfortable. Wearing designed for hiking or walking will be easier on back, and will lessen the chance of you scratched or twisting an ankle.

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As June gloom subsides and sunshine returns, we at CVN decided to provide some options for those of you who are hoping to get outside this summer but aren’t looking for exhausting adventures. We have compiled a list of wonderful walking paths around Carpinteria – all of which include trails between one and two miles long, with little to no elevation – and highlight the natural beauty of our city. Remember to slather on the sunscreen and keep yourself hydrated while out this summer!

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potential gear includes a backpack, water bottle, hat and a hiking pole. Depending on the weather, are a great way to keep warm in windy conditions, and can be removed once you heat up. socks are good for sweat absorption, and can prevent scratches along your ankles and legs. interested in outdoor gear, check out Carp Sports at 1060 Casitas Pass Road, open from 10 Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Carpinteria State Beach Linden Avenue

The walking path along Carpinteria State Beach – while not technically considered a hiking trail – is a brief yet enjoyable experience. The sidewalk and sand are connected by a 1,700-foot-long boardwalk, which is ADA accessible, and allows visitors to easily stroll from the street, down onto the beach. For those looking for a brief outing with wonderful ocean views, this may be your best choice.

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Rincon Bluffs Preserve 6351 Carpinteria Ave.

The 21-acre Rincon Bluffs Preserve was acquired by the city of Carpinteria in 2020 and is under a Land Trust Conservation Easement – forever protecting the Bluffs from development. The hiking trails connect with those on the Carpinteria Bluffs, and visitors can choose to venture across the bluffs, with less than 100 feet of elevation, or head towards the beach access. At the peak of the trail, visitors are able to see the famous Rincon Point just beyond the cliffs.

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Linden to Viola on the bluffs.

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The Franklin Trail. -Sally Green The beach boardwalk. - Karen Graf

... Hiking is the fourth most popular outdoor activity in the US behind running, fishing and biking!

AND... It takes four to five days after a measurable rain for trails to dry out. This is true for many trails in Santa Barbara County with sticky clay. “If it sticks to your heels or wheels, it’s time to turn around.”

Sunday, June 25

1943 hrs / Incident / 5700 block Via Real

Three juveniles were found intoxicated with alcohol. The juveniles were cited and released to their parents.

0104 hrs / Incident / 4100 block Via Real

Deputies responded to a local motel for a domestic violence incident. The man was located and arrested.

Monday, June 26

0933 hrs / Theft / Ash Avenue

The reporting party said her catalytic converter was stolen at an unknown time during the night.

1108 hrs / Incident / 1000 block Casitas Pass Road

The reporting party said she had received a fraudulent prescription order. Patient was not in the pharmacy database and not associated with the listed address. The reporting party requested a report due to a new protocol for fraudulent orders.

1108 hrs / Incident / Verano Drive

Deputies served a search warrant for a man at his address. Deputies seized a digital scale, plastic baggies with cocaine residue and one psilocybin mushroom stem.

Tuesday, June 27

2143 hrs / Incident / 5700 block Via Real

Deputies responded to a local park for possible illegal camping. Upon arrival, a male and a female were contacted inside a tent in the park after dark. A record’s check was conducted, and the woman

was found to have two outstanding misdemeanor warrants. She was placed under arrest. During a search subject following the arrest, the woman kicked a deputy in the leg twice. She was transported to Santa Barbara County Jail and later was found to be in possession of meth and a meth pipe. She was booked on her outstanding warrants and several other charges.

Thursday, June 29

1052 hrs / Narcotics / 800 block

Linden Avenue

Deputies responded to a local store for a theft in progress. According to employees, the subject stole a three pack of Budweiser and fled the scene. The man was observed on foot in the 5400 block of Carpinteria Avenue and ordered to stop and sit on the curb, however, he refused and ran from deputies. He was detained and arrested. A search incident to arrest revealed he was in possession of the stolen alcohol, a meth pipe and a bindle of methamphetamine. Store employees reported that the man had been advised not to return to the store on prior contacts, and employees were willing to sign a citizen’s arrest. The man was transported and booked into Santa Barbara County Jail.

Friday, June 30

0612 hrs / Narcotics / 3800 block

Via Real

rested. At the Santa Barbara County Jail, custody deputies located a large amount of methamphetamine and a methamphetamine pipe on his person. The violation was added to the booking sheet, and he was booked without further incident.

Saturday, July 1

0526 hrs / Narcotics / Bailard Bluffs

Deputies were conducting a premise check of the location due to reports of several vehicles, including a motorhome parked overnight. A man was contacted as he slept nude in the driver’s seat of his minivan. During the conversation, he admitted to being in possession of a meth pipe. He retrieved the pipe from the seat between his legs, and then he got dressed. He was booked into Santa Barbara County Jail.

Thursday, March 14

Two subjects were contacted due to one subject’s vehicle displaying a false registration tab. During the investigation, both admitted to being in possession of meth pipes. A search of the vehicles revealed pipes, meth and LSD. Both were arrested and booked into Santa Barbara County Jail.

0928 hrs / Incident / Sandyland Cove

Library preschooler story time, 10:30 a.m., Carpinteria library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 684-4314

Rotary Club of Carpinteria meeting, 11:45 a.m.-1:15 p.m., lions Park Community Building, 6197 Casitas Pass road, non-members rSVP to 566-1906

1112 hrs / Theft / Bailard Bluffs

Bingo, 1 p.m., Veterans Building, 941 Walnut Ave.

Farmers Market and Arts & Crafts Fair, 3-6:30 p.m., linden Ave. downtown, Craft fair: 684-2770

Free Stress Relief Veteran’s Acupuncture Clinic, 6-7 p.m. drop in, 4690 Carpinteria Ave. Ste. A, 684-5012

Karaoke, 8 p.m., Carpinteria & linden Pub, 4954 Carpinteria linden Ave.

Dusty Jugz Country Night, 9 p.m., the Palms, 701 linden Ave., 684-3811

While on a hike on the bluffs, a victim received purchase notifications. She returned to her vehicle and discovered the driver’s door locking mechanism had been tampered with and her purse was taken. Cards were used at Target in Santa Barbara. The investigation is ongoing.

Security for a local community was cleaning a possible transient area near Sandland Cove and the tracks. He continued walking the path and discovered about six immature marijuana plants. The sizes ranged from six inches to about three feet. Cannabis compliance was advised, and the plants were pulled and disposed of.

Friday, March 15

1156 hrs / Incident / 800 block

Linden Avenue

1723 hrs / Narcotics / 2800 block Via Real

CVCC Lunch & Learn, noon-1 p.m., Curious Cup, 929 linden Ave., 684-5479 x10.

The Peace Vigil, 5-6 p.m., corner of linden & Carpinteria Ave.

Music in our Schools Month Concert, 7:30 p.m., CHS cafeteria, 4810 foothill road, 684-4701

Back Track, 9 p.m., the Palms, 701 linden Ave., 684-3811

Saturday, March 16

Carpinteria Salt Marsh docent led tours, 10 a.m., free walks start from the park sign, 684-8077

Deputies responded to a report of a trespasser at the above location. Upon arrival deputies were directed to the suspect west of the location. Deputies contacted a man walking westbound Via Real. During a probation search he was found to be in possession of meth and a meth pipe. The man was arrested and booked into Santa Barbara County Jail.

Magicarp Pokemon League, 11 a.m., Curious Cup, 929 linden Ave., (619) 972-3467

Energy Balancing, 2-4 p.m., Curious Cup, 929 linden Ave., free

2210 hrs / Incident / Hickory Street

“The Quiet Man,” 8 p.m., Plaza Playhouse theater, 4916 Carpinteria Ave., $5

A woman was contacted on Linden Avenue after being seen throwing items into the middle of the road. As deputies arrived on scene, she ran into a nearby business. While she was contacted, she became argumentative and refused to put a tub of yogurt down that she had in her hands. As the tub of yogurt was taken from her, she dropped to the floor and began to kick at deputies, striking a deputy. She was arrested and booked into Santa Barbara County Jail.

The Groovie Line, 9 p.m., the Palms, 701 linden Ave., 684-3811

Monday, March 18

1516 hrs / Narcotics / Via Real and Cravens Lane

Women of Inspiration, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Girls inc. of Carpinteria, 5315 foothill road, $70, 684-6364

Basic Bridge, 1 p.m., Sandpiper Mobile Village clubhouse, 3950 Via real, 684-5921

Mah Jongg, 1 p.m., Sandpiper Mobile Village clubhouse, 3950 Via real, 729-1310 Bingo, 1 p.m., Veterans Building, 941 Walnut Ave.

A driver was stopped for having a tinted windshield. He had a suspended license and during a vehicle search was found in possession of meth and a meth pipe. Due to prior violations, he was ar-

Deputies responded to reports of an intoxicated subject causing a disturbance on Carpinteria Avenue and then driving away. The subject was located to the rear of Hickory Street, out of their vehicle and walking around. Due to his level of intoxication and inability to care for himself, he was arrested and booked into Santa Barbara County Jail.

Celebrate Recovery (Hurts, Hangups, Addictions), 6 p.m., first Baptist Church, 5026 foothill rd., 684-3353

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CVCC’s Cuba Trip Meeting, 6-8 p.m., Carpinteria library Multi-Purpose room, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 684-5479 x10

A Community Toolbox: How to Serve the Depressed Person with Understanding, 7-8:30 p.m., Carpinteria Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito road, 684-2509

Tuesday, March 19

Coffee with Cops, 9-11 a.m., Crushcakes, 4945 Carpinteria Ave., 684-5405 x437 Carpinteria Writers’ Group, 10 a.m.-noon, Carpinteria library multipurpose room, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., 684-7838

Sandpiper Duplicate Bridge Club, 1 p.m., Sandpiper Mobile Village Clubhouse, 3950 Via real, 684-5522

Battle of the Books club, 3:30 p.m., Curious Cup, 929 linden Ave., 220-6608 Beginner Meditation Workshop, 6:30 p.m., Curious Cup back meeting room, 929 linden Ave., 705-4703

Al-Anon Meeting, 7-8 p.m., faith lutheran Church, 1335 Vallecito Place, 331-4817

ESL Class, 7 p.m., first Baptist Church, 5026 foothill road, free, 684-3353

Wednesday, March 20

Each Sudoku has a unique solution that can be reached logically without guessing. Enter digits from 1 to 9 into the blank spaces. Every row must contain one of each digit. So must every column, as must every 3x3 square.

Morning Rotary meeting with Cyndi Macias, The Gym Next Door, 7-8 a.m., Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito rd., $10

Meditation, 10:30-noon, Carpinteria Woman’s club, 1059 Vallecito rd., 847-208-6520

Knitting Group, 1-4 p.m., Veterans Memorial Hall, 941 Walnut Ave., free, 684-8077

Fighting Back Parent Program, 5:30-7 p.m., Canalino School, 1480 Carpinteria Ave., 963-1433 x125 or x132

Kiwanis Club Meeting, 6 p.m., Veterans Memorial Hall, 941 Walnut Ave., 368-5644

Coastal View Book Club meeting, 7:30 p.m., Carpinteria Branch library, 684-4428

8 Ball Tournament, 7:30 p.m., Carpinteria & linden Pub, 4954 Carpinteria linden Ave.

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Lani Garfield photography show, island Brewing Co., 5049 6th St., 745-8272

Michael Fisher Fish art show, Corktree Cellars, 910 linden Ave., 684-1400

Liz Brady art show, Porch, 3823 Santa Claus lane, 684-0300

Arturo Tello art show, friends of the library used Bookstore, 5103 Carpinteria Ave., 566-0033 “SPACE” exhibit, 855 At the Arts Gallery, 855 linden Ave., 684-7789

Carpinteria Plein Air Painters art show, lucky llama, 5100 Carpinteria Ave.,

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A reader sends a halo to Ryan Moore for bringing dirt back to Carpinteria.

A reader sends a halo to “The members are looking forward to another successful year.”

A reader sends a halo to Bookstore, for cleaning and reorganizing the self-help section.

A reader sends a halo to Burlene for making the Carpinteria Lumberyard Nursery area a joy to visit. “Her outgoing personality (Southern style), friendly conversation and plant knowledge make it a pleasure to visit and shop.”

A reader sends a halo to the city’s dedicated librarians, who joined in on the Fourth of July Parade.

A reader sends a halo to the generous person for paying for the reader’s gas when she forgot her ATM card at the gas station. “I’m sorry I chose the most expensive oil, I’d love to reimburse you, and thank you. I’m deeply moved by your generosity.”

A reader sends a halo to Thario’s Kitchen. “I took out of town friends to Thario’s Kitchen, and they were delighted. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the family atmosphere made them feel welcome.”

A reader sends a halo to Sean and Dayna for being wonderful neighbors and helping the reader through another frazzled mom situation.

A reader sends a halo to the 93013 Fund, Uncle Chen Restaurant and Marybeth Carty for the surprise delivery of a delicious dinner complete with a fortune cookie, candy bar and painted rock. “Wonderful kindness and quite a thrill!”

A reader sends a halo to could have coasted through it, but she worked really hard to relieve my back pain. I never experienced such a great massage.”

A reader sends a halo to bags and stop leaving them on Casitas Pass Road.

A reader sends a halo to the anonymous person who left a $100 donation in the HELP of Carpinteria office mail slot this past week. “Thank you for your kindness.”

A reader sends a halo to all the kind beachgoers who “have been keeping a distance from all the marine mammals suffering from Domoic acid poisoning on our beaches. These already stressed and sick animals appreciate not being in your latest selfie!”

A reader sends a halo to the staff of Jack’s Bistro for staying open during Covid-19. “Always a smile no matter how busy. A great way to start the day.”

A reader sends a halo to the Daykas for always being there to help with anything and never complaining. “Many thanks to the best neighbors ever. We love you all dearly.”

A reader sends a halo to Mayor Wade Nomura for the city’s beautiful flower wreath at the Carpinteria Cemetery for the Memorial Day program.

A reader sends a halo to Holden, who works at the Carpinteria Community Library, for “going above and beyond his job to help a senior. He was so professional, knowledgeable and polite to a senior Friday. He is a jewel!”

A reader sends a halo to Tami and John at Robitaille’s for their constant smiles and over-the-top customer service. “The wedding favors were loved by all and brought a bit of Carpinteria to the Seattle wedding!”

A reader sends a halo to those who acknowledge people with disabilities. “When you encounter a person in a wheelchair or walking with a walker, please smile and say hello to that person.”

A reader sends a halo to Ron on the electric bicycle, for rescuing a stranded bicyclist with a flat tire on Padaro Lane. “You were a lifesaver! Thank you!”

A reader sends a pitchfork to the ing huge rides that take up the whole road is irresponsible. There are countless bike lanes that were put in with our tax dollars to avoid this problem.”

A reader sends a halo to Lance Lawhon at the Carpinteria Sanitation District for helping Kim’s Market.

A reader sends a halo to Sen at Rite Aid pharmacy for providing wonderful customer service year after year. “Well done!”

A reader sends a halo to the Carpinteria Beautiful lady picking up trash in a neighborhood near the beach. “Thank you! We need all the help we can get keeping trash picked up in the neighborhoods on the beach-side of the tracks.”

A reader sends a pitchfork to pool. “Not professional!”

A reader sends a halo to Kassandra Quintero at The Spot. “When the roof-top flag was twisted and lodged in the rain gutter, Quintero jumped into action and climbed up to the roof and untangled it so that it could wave freely. Way to show patriotism!”

A reader sends a halo to Bruce, whose generosity at Jack’s Bistro left the reader with full bellies and renewed their faith in human kindness. “Big hugs for you, my friend.”

A reader sends a pitchfork to the employees of the newer businesses on the Carpinteria Bluffs. “Learn to share the bike/walking path with locals… There will be four to five of you walking together and not a single one will scoot over just a tad to let a local pass through?”

A reader sends a halo to Deb and her staff at Carp Kitchen. “Thank you for the delicious chicken picatta for our end of year Boy Scout dinner!”

A reader sends a halo to Emma and Justin. “It was a wonderful wedding, great food, spectacular location and great people! It was moving and wonderful.”

A reader sends a halo to Carpinterians who put out boxes in front of their homes full of surplus oranges, avocados, etc. from their trees. “Thank you for sharing your abundance.”

A reader sends a pitchfork to the Linden planters. “All the mushrooms growing there indicate too much water. Nice weed farm.”

A reader sends a halo to Jill Castro and Mike Avery for providing an outstanding lunch for the homeless, to the Brass Bird for supplying coffee and to Carol Nichols for providing haircuts.

A reader sends a halo to Nikki at HEAT Culinary. “I went to my first class this weekend with my sister, who has been to four so far. I had the best time! Someone get this girl a TV show, she should be on the Food Network already.”

A reader sends a halo to all the beach community residents. “Thank you for parking in front of your home with your permit.”

A reader sends a halo to Diana, a caregiver at Carpinteria Senior Lodge for nearly three years.

A reader sends a pitchfork to a restaurant owner for parking his vehicle in the spots right out front of his establishment. “Shouldn’t he leave those parking spots available for his paying customers?”

A reader sends a halo to Joe and Bubba at Costa’s Auto Works for “getting some helmets ready for our Warriors to hit the field this season.”

A reader sends a halo to Tom Sweeney for going out on Elm Avenue by the beach to clean up plastic bottles, bags, dirty gloves and masks.

A reader sends a halo to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the local vet for working diligently to save the Rincon Beach bear. “It’s a terrible shame to lose one of these magnificent creatures; however, I wouldn’t want it to suffer to a miserable death.”

A reader sends a pitchfork to Frontier Communications, whose fiber optic cables still lie in Carpinteria Creek after the winter storms washed them out.

A reader sends a pitchfork to the City of Carpinteria for letting the bluffs turn into an ever-increasing dirt parking lot. “That is not what the bluffs were purchased for. Post No Parking signs immediately!”

A reader sends a halo to Bill and Rosana Swing for spending their Saturday taking photos for Junior Warriors Football. “We appreciate all you do for our families, players and program. You rock!”

A reader sends a pitchfork to the new parking zones. “All the “no parking/two hour” signs just made people park in my neighborhood. Seventh and the neighboring streets are a packed parking lot.”

A reader sends a pitchfork to the man driving the Land Rover on Palm Avenue, that chose to pull out of his apartment and speed by while a trailer was backing out. “You could have caused an accident. So rude and unsafe.”

A reader sends a pitchfork to the sheriff’s deputy using his radar gun the other morning in front of city hall. “Why don’t you go by one of the schools and catch all the speeders there in morning, and keep our children safe while walking to school.”

A reader sends a halo to DJ Hecktic for coming out early Saturday morning to support the Junior Warriors. “It made the kids so happy to hear you say their names—you’re a local celebrity to them!”

A reader sends a pitchfork to those who lied on their FAFSA and took scholarships away from kids who need it.

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A reader sends a halo to Diana Rigby, Superintendent of schools, and Debra Herrick, director of Boys & Girls Club, for removing the toxic Euphorbia fire sticks from the pots and landscape.

suspended. The man was cited, and his vehicle was released to a licensed driver.

2:37 a.m. / Public Intoxication / Bailard Avenue

Two men were contacted in a parked truck and both were extremely intoxicated with open containers of alcohol observed in the vehicle. One man was not being the most cooperative, but once he was convinced to exit the vehicle, a pat down search of his person was conducted. Deputies located a collapsible baton in the man’s front waistband. He was cited and both were released to a sober friend.

Friday, May 22

7:41 a.m. / Theft / 5500 block Calle Arena

Deputies responded after a woman reported her residence was burglarized the prior night. The woman stated a cartoon of almond milk and tools were taken from her garage. She told the reporting deputy that the tools belonged to her daughter’s boyfriend. The deputy attempted to contact the man via telephone multiple times with no response. The woman stated her garage door was unlocked during the night and is in the process of getting a new lock. She did not have any suspect information at the time. The incident was documented, and patrol will follow-up for further details of the stolen items.

2:07 p.m. / Found Drugs / 6000 block Jacaranda Way

A man was contacted after reporting

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he found a small baggie containing a white powdery substance underneath the driver’s seat of his recently purchased vehicle. The man stated he purchased the vehicle three weeks ago but didn’t find the small baggie until he’d removed the driver’s seat to fix the reclining mechanism. The incident was documented, and the baggie was booked into Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office property for destruction.

Deputies responded to a motel on Via Real for a report of a domestic violence incident. Upon arrival, a deputy contacted a man and woman in the parking lot. After contacting both subjects, there were visible injuries on both parties. Due to conflicting statements regarding their mutual altercation and obvious injuries, both parties were arrested for corporal injury on a spouse.

10:36 a.m. / Hit and Run / Cameo and Casitas Pass roads

Deputies responded to a report a of a black sedan crashing into a parked water truck. While en route, it was also reported the male subject driving the sedan fled the scene on foot. Upon arrival, deputies observed the sedan abandoned in the middle Cameo Road with major damage to the front right passenger wheel

CVN visits South Dakota family

Carpinteria resident Barbara Smith recently traveled up to Kadoka, South Dakota, with her daughters Bonnie Brower, left, and Brenda Montaine, right, where they visited the Kadoka Calvary Fairview Cemetery to visit the grave of Brad Smith, Barbara’s husband and her daughters’ father. The graveside service at the cemetery included military honors; Brad served in the Navy from 1960 until 1962. The Carpinteria community means so much to the Smith family that they brought their copy of Coastal View News with them to the gravesite visit, Barbara told CVN.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as MONTECITO NATURAL HEALTH at 1470 EAST VALLEY ROAD, STUDIO Z, MONTECITO, CA 93108. Mailing address: PO BOX 5082, MONTECITO, CA 93150. Full name of registrant(s): MONTECITO NATURAL FOODS, INC at 200 E. CARRILLO ST, STE 200, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by a Corporation. This statement was filed with the County on 05/10/2023. The registrant began transacting business on May 10, 2023. Signed: MATTHEW MOSBY, SECRETARY. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2023-0001233.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as STEWARTS DEROOTING & PLUMBING at 415 EAST MONTECITO ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103. Mailing address: PO BOX

576,SUMMERLAND, CA 93067. Full name of registrant(s): COUNTY SANITATION CO., INC. at 415 EAST MONTECITO ST, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103. This business is conducted by a Corporation. This statement was filed with the County on 06/12/2023. The registrant began transacting business on JUNE 19,

2008. Signed: JENNIFER HODGINS, VP/SECRETARY/TREASURER In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2023-0001494.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT. The following Entity(ies) is/are doing business as SUMMERLAND PUBLISHING at 2155 ORTEGA HILL ROAD, SP 11, SUMMERLAND, CA 93067. Mailing address: P.O. BOX 1071, SUMMERLAND, CA 93101. Full name of registrant(s): JOLINDA W PIZZIRANI at SAME ADDRESS AS ABOVE. This business is conducted by an Individual. This statement was filed with the County on 06/09/2023. The registrant began transacting business on June 5, 2023.

Signed: JOLINDA PIZZIRANI, OWNER. In accordance with subdivision (a) of section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (see section 1441 Et Seq., Business and Professions code). I hereby certify this copy is a correct copy of the original statement on file in my office.

Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk-Recorder (SEAL) FBN2023-0001477.

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If a request for public hearing is not received by 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, then the Planning and Development Department will act to approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request for a Coastal Development Permit. At this time it is not known when this action may occur; however, this may be the only notice you receive for this project. To receive additional information regarding this project, including the date the Coastal Development Permit is approved, and/ or to view the application and plans, or to provide comments on the project, please contact Kathleen Volpi at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101 2058, or by email at volpik@countyofsb.org, or by phone at (805) 568 2033.

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THROWBACK

Revisiting the iconic 1951 Rincon Cove photograph

BY VINCE BURNS

Let’s dive for a minute deep into Rincon Point’s surfing history. One of the most iconic photographs from the Point’s early surf history is the marvelous scene reprinted here to the right, capturing exuberant surfers and friends. The photograph dates to 1951, and the scene is Rincon Cove. Behind the merry group of friends is the old seawall that ran along the Point’s eastside, further in the background are the railroad tracks, and, just out of eyeshot, the old, pre-freeway coast road. The historic boards framing the scene complete the perfect shot.

It’s a wonderful scene all around, all the more so since photographs of pre-Gidget surfing at Rincon are relatively rare. We turned up the photo in the Dick Metz Photograph Collection at the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center (SHACC) in San Clemente, part of Metz’s collection of Rincon and Santa Barbara photographs from the early days when the surfing life was just beginning to catch on and mixing with the spirit of non-conformity stirring on California campuses and beaches.

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Now, thanks to a delightful set of twists and turns, we know the photographer of our iconic Rincon shot: Sandy Barnes. Sandy got in touch with us after Dick Barr (one of those pictured) flagged to her our “Rincon Point” (2022) book, which has the photo on its cover. Thanks to Sandy, we now know the photo’s context and a bit more about our local surf scene 70+ years ago.

Sandy revealed that the heretofore unidentified man dominating the scene is her husband George H. “Gerry” Barnes, who is holding the scarfed-nose surfboard in the photo. Sandy remembers the photo this way: she and Gerry were enjoying Rincon Point as they often did in the early 1950s. (The couple met at Rincon Point, but that’s another story!) Also on scene was Conway “Jiggs” Pierson (1927-1989), longtime art professor and ceramicist at UC Santa Barbara. Jiggs was also an amateur boardmaker and surfer himself. He dabbled with photography too, and during that magical day in 1951, had his camera trained on the Rincon surfers in the Cove.

He asked Sandy to take a look; she liked what she saw through the lens and pressed the shutter with Gerry’s rakishly dangling cigarette and the scarfed board nicely framing the shot. Even at the time, Jiggs and Sandy knew they had a winner, and copies of the photograph were handed out to subjects and others, with one eventually making its way into the Metz archives at the SHACC. It can be found there online, along with a collection of Dick Metz’s own photos from his days in our area while attending what was then known as the Santa Barbara College of the University of California. We’ve written about Dick several times in this space: suffice to say, he is one of the most important figures in surf history alive today. This month, Sandy Barnes had no difficulty – despite the intervening years – conjuring up the identi-

ties of those in our photo. The left-to-right lineup in the foreground: Gene “Mac” McCafferty, Joe Riddick (1931-2023), Dick Barr (b. 1930), and Gerry Barnes (ca. 1927-2015). All were part of the local surf scene and are namechecked in early accounts of Rincon in the 1950s. For example, Riddick and Barr show up in another photo from the Metz Collection, this one from 1952, carefully waxing a board (probably using a candle, since surf wax had not yet been invented). We got in touch with Dick Barr (now of Montecito) this month, who likewise remembered the long-ago surfing days at Rincon, trips down south to find Bob Simmons-made boards, and roaming the coast from San Onofre to Santa Cruz in search of great surf.

Another source mentions Riddick, Pierson and Eugene McCafferty as contemporaries and surfing buddies of the legendary Billy Meng. Larger than life but little known today, Meng (b. 1930) is a key figure in the 1950s SoCal scene, turning up in stories about surfing’s first generation. Sandy Barnes remembers Meng, saying he would often greet her and Gerry at Miramar with a hearty “want a cup of mud (coffee)?” and then proceed to tease them that they had just missed out on the best set of the day. Around this time Meng and Dick Metz lived together in a Miramar beach house.

For her part, Sandy Barnes is still going strong. She lives in the redwoods north of Santa Cruz. Sandy’s life has been well lived and adventurous. Highlights: after graduating (like so many of the principals in our story) from the Santa Barbara College, she stayed in the area

to have two daughters with Gerry. The couple had a stint at Santa Barbara’s fabled Mountain Drive enclave, where a special brand of bohemian and communal living was lubricated with much home-grown wine, poetry, nudity, arts and crafts and other good fun. Then there was a spell in Las Vegas where Sandy coordinated and appeared regularly on a 1970s TV show hosted by “Godfather” actor and casino/restaurant owner Gianni Russo. A return to Santa Barbara had Sandy and her daughter running an arts and crafts co-op on State Street. Then came a period as art consultant in San Francisco. Looking back, Sandy remembers her “hippie” days in Santa Barbara fondly, whether it was up on Mountain Drive or living in a rented barn owned by bohemian Iris Tree on Padaro Lane. “I really enjoyed all the people we were friends with, everyone was so carefree then,” remembers Sandy.

Through it all, Sandy held on to her “Surf’s Up” photo from 1951, fortunately for us. The photograph and Sandy’s memories allow us to relieve a sweet moment in Rincon’s surf history when the hot shot “Malibu boys” were just beginning to discover Rincon and the Gidget wave had yet to break on Southern California, before all the crowds and commercialism. Thank you, Sandy!

For those interested, the current issue of TSJ has an interview with Billy Meng. Vince and Stephen Bates have written a photographic history of Rincon Point: amazon.com/ dp/1467108707. It is available online or via local venues. If you have stories about the early days of Rincon surfing, get in touch with Vince at vinceburns805@gmail.com.

PHOTO COURTESY SURFING HERITAGE AND CULTURE CENTER, SAN CLEMENTE Sandy Barnes photographed Rincon Cove in 1951.

DICK METZ PHOTO

Joe Riddick and Dick Barr at Rincon Point, ca. 1952.

PHOTO COURTESY SANDY BARNES

Sandy Barnes at Rincon Point, ca. 1952

July

Carp Sports owner TV Horvath has all you need for summer sports fun: bikes, skateboards, tennis, pickleball and more. It may be small, but Carp Sports is jam packed with goods like USA Baseball-approved bats in stock, and local players receive a discount on

Summer sports shopping guide 2023

Where in Carpinteria to get the best gear while staying active this summer

Want to go play basketball, but can’t find that old ball you threw in the garage last year? Or want to go for a nice bike ride but need to replace that rusty chain and flat tire? Summer is the perfect reason to get back out and active, and this week the CVN Sports section highlights some local shops that have everything you need to get back at it. Whether it be biking, skateboarding, swimming, tennis, pickleball or soccer, these places got you covered. Have another local favorite sports shop? Let us know at sports@coastalview.com.

Carp Sports

Located in the Casitas Plaza, Carp Sports is the one-stop shop for almost any sports-related activity. For over a decade, the shop’s owner TV Horvath – known by everybody simply as “TV” – has provided the community with high quality, affordable sports equipment all year round.

In the summer, he says, the biggest deals are on wetsuits. Right now, every wetsuit in the store is half-off as long as you pay cash. The shop also offers a cash discount on all bikes and on a selection of complete skateboards.

By offering a little bit of everything, Carp Sports has become embedded in the local community. In addition to the summer sales, the shop offers discounts for participants in youth sports programs, such as Junior Guards and Little League baseball.

And TV makes sure he has all the league-approved equipment. The shop carries USA Baseball-approved bats in stock and USA Pickleball regulation paddles and balls.

One of the little-known services the shop offers is “same day” racquet restringing for tennis, squash and racquetball players. You can get your racquet restrung and ready to go in just an hour and be back on the court before the end of the day.

Add in a full-service skate shop and walls packed with every sort of sports item you might need – camping gear, fishing gear, soccer cleats, you name it – and you’ll get an idea of just how much you can find at Carp Sports. Carp Sports is

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open Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Gonzo Cycles

If you need a more dedicated and specialized bike repair, Gonzo Cycles on Carpinteria Avenue is the place to go. The small shop offers full maintenance on almost any bike, and in the summer months it offers rentals for all ages and sizes.

Gonzo’s new owner Jonathan Porinsh took over the shop last year, and he made it a point to stay open seven days a week to allow locals to get repairs or new parts no matter when they needed them.

The shop has a big selection of tools, accessories and safety equipment, including some of the highest-grade helmets available on the market. For rentals, Gonzo Cycles has pedal bikes for adults and children in addition to e-bikes for those who want to go on longer pedal-assisted rides through the city. Gonzo Cycles is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Beach Store

Carpinteria’s Beach Store, located right where Linden Avenue meets the sand, has saved many a beach day by offering everything from sunscreen and water toys to beach chairs and umbrellas – all just steps away from the waves.

But the Beach Store also offers several rental packages ranging from $30 to $45 per day, including the “Family Fun Package” – with two beach chairs, two bodyboards and an umbrella – and the “Sports Package” with two bodyboards, a volleyball and an umbrella.

They even offer rentals by the half hour, with ping pong, volleyball, boogie boards and tubes all available for less than $5, so there’s never an excuse to be bored at the beach. The store is open daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

any baseball-related equipment.

The Carpinteria Beach Store is back open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; the store offers a “Sports Package” for $40.

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SHORT STOPS

BY RYAN P. CRUZ

Carpinteria’s Junior Guards of the Week

After each week of the summer program, leaders in Carpinteria’s Junior Lifeguards (JG) program select six participants who embody the spirit of the guard and show great sportsmanship and attitude. These Guards of the Week are the “best on the beach” in Carpinteria.

In the first week, Imre Patterson and Maya Flores were the Mini Group standouts. Patterson “exemplifies what it means to be a Junior Guard” with his positive attitude and his kind spirit, said Carpinteria Aquatics Superintendent Amber Workman. “Not only does Imre lead the pack in all of the events, he is (also) always the first one to give high-fives to his teammates coming in from their swims and runs. Imre creates a team dynamic for his group that is filled with sportsmanship and positivity.” Flores started off the first week strong with impressive swims and runs that caught the attention of instructors. “Her athleticism and willingness to participate in all activities made her stand out,” Workman said, “and encouraged her fellow teammates to challenge themselves.”

For JGs between the ages of nine and 12, Noah Oliver and Emelia Shaw earned recognition as the best of the week.

Oliver is one the most impressive swimmers this year, and he excelled during their first pool day, “showing off fantastic speed and technique,” Workman said. “He is always giving full effort and demonstrates to his peers what it means to be a great junior lifeguard. He’s going to be an integral part of our swim relay team this summer.”

Shaw was described as an “amazing athlete” who excels in both paddling and running. “This week she had the fastest female paddle relay time, and continually leads the pack during our runs,” Workman said. “She always shows up to junior guards with a smile and an excellent attitude. We can’t wait to see her show off her abilities in competition this summer.”

Kyler Bryan and Olive Carlstedt stood out among the B Group (ages 13 and 14). Bryan came to be known as “the high five man” for his positive attitude, with Workman saying he is “always running back to his team and giving them encouragement and high-fives.”

Carlstedt, on the other hand, is “a silent warrior,” who does all her talking by “destroying all the workouts with no complaints,” Workman said, in addition to winning flags during week one.

For the oldest group (ages 15 through 17), Izzy Scott and Zach Rochowiak came out as the best examples of leadership in week one. Scott is “always hungry for competition,” Workman said, and will be a big competitor in the Carpinteria Competition this Friday.

Rochowiak is always smiling and bringing all his energy to the beach, Workman said, and has a positive attitude in everything he does. “He always cheers on his fellow JGs and always gives 100% effort.”

For week two, Grace Macias and Bo Rochlitzer were the best Mini Guards of the week. Rochlitzer is already improving in just his second year in the program and has become a leader by example. “This week he led his team to cheer on the remaining swimmers on the longest Mini swim that they’ve done all summer,” Workman said.

Macias has been pushing through every workout and has been eager to try new things. This week, she surprised the instructors by trying out surfing for the first time. “She did awesome, and we are so proud of her for always wanting to learn something new,” Workman said.

Hazel Postma and Ness Rosner were the best in the C Group (ages nine to 12) in week 2. Postma is an excellent all-around athlete, according to instructors, and excels in running, paddling and swimming – always with a smile on her face.

Rosner stood out during workouts and showed off his speed during the run-swimrun, in addition to being one of the program’s top paddlers. “We love his positive attitude,” Workman said.

The best 13- and 14-year-old JGs during the second week of summer were Canyon Atkinson and Whitney Welch. Atkinson is another silent warrior, who leads the pack by example as one of the fastest runners and paddlers – and he is a “super talented surfer,” says Workman.

Welch brings “a ton of energy and enthusiasm to the beach,” according to instructors, and is always encouraging her peers to take on the next challenge.

Cornelius Patterson and Holiday Smith were the best of week two for the oldest teens, ages 15 to 17. Patterson doesn’t shy away from any tasks, Workman said, and always gives 100 percent. “We are excited to see what the future holds for him as he continues to grow as an athlete,” she added.

Smith was described as a “kind, caring and competitive” junior guard, who is also one of the best swimmers in the group. “She puts in the work and strives to be better every day,” Workman said.

Junior Guards of the Week for week 2 are Holiday Smith, Cornelius Patterson, Gracie Macias, Canyon Atkinson, Bo Rochlitzer, Whitney Welch, Hazel Postma and Ness Rosner.

COURTESY PHOTOS

Junior Guards of the Week for week 1, from left, are Izzy Scott, Kyler Bryan, Olive Carlstedt, Imre Patterson, Maya Flores, Noah Oliver, Emilia Shaw and Zach Rochowiak.

Lions celebrate July 4th with annual BBQ

PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON

The 60th annual Lions Club of Carpinteria BBQ brought out more than 600 hungry participants to the Lions Park on Tuesday, July 4, the club said –a record turnout. This year’s BBQ – complete with famous tri-tip, inflatable slides and live music – was sponsored by MarBorg Industries and Big Red Crane Company.

From left, Gene Wanek, Robert and Deana Shroll welcome hungry people to the celebration and sell raffle tickets.

More than 600 tickets were sold for the 60th Carpinteria Lions Club BBQ at Lions Park.

Barry Brand dances with his granddaughter Brooklyn.

From left, Michael Avery and Rolando Mia serve up the Carpinteria Lions’ speciality, tri-tip.

From left, Jim Ford attended with his sister, Pat Liebeknecht.

Hudson Holtgrewe dances while The Rincons perform at the Carpinteria Lions’ BBQ.

Lucy Collins, left, slides down a Smurfs-themed inflatable slide with some friends. Briar Pollock hula hooped for 41 seconds straight.

Chef Anthony Preistman

Thursday, July 6

Carpinteria Creative Arts Eighth St. and Linden Ave. 2:30 – 6 p.m. Handmade pottery, beach art, cards, jewelry and sewn articles. (805) 698-4536

Senior Social Time Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Zumba Gold Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 11 a.m. –noon

Postpartum Support Group El Carro Park, 5300 El Carro Ln. 1 p.m. rmaldonado@carpchildren.org, (805) 566-1613.

Friday, July 7

Friday Fun Day Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10 –11:30 a.m. For ages three through 11. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314

Seniors Inc. Meeting Carpinteria Community Church, 1111 Vallecito Road. 1 p.m.

Live Music: Vinny Berry Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 6 – 9 p.m.

Saturday, July 8

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Carpinteria City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Monday, July 10

Monday Mahjong All levels of play.

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Senior Social Time Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, July 11

Senior Book Club Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. 10 – 11 a.m.

Wednesday, July 12

Baby & Me Meet Up Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 9 a.m. Children under 2. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314

Senior Social Time Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

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