Zermeno Dance Academy’s Penelope Hernandez of Carpinteria strikes a pose during her performance at the 10th annual Old Town Carpinteria Fiesta on July 19. More than 300 gathered at the Friends of the Carpinteria Library bookstore last Friday for the festival, which honors Old Town Carpinteria families and their contributions to the community. See more photos of the fun afternoon on pages 16 and 17 of this week’s print.
COMPILED BY EVELYN SPENCE AND JUN STARKEY COURTESY PHOTOS
Lieutenant Rich Brittingham is the city of Carpinteria’s new chief of Police Services, effective July 22, the city of Carpinteria announced Monday.
The city of Carpinteria contracts out law enforcement services to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office; the sheriff’s Coastal Division operates at the Carpinteria City Hall campus at 5775 Carpinteria Ave.
Lt. Brittingham has 27 years of law enforcement experience, 21 of those with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office. He was promoted to sergeant in 2013, where he supervised patrol teams in Carpinteria and Isla Vista; he was later promoted to lieutenant and served as chief of Police Services for the city of Goleta starting April 2020.
“Lt. Brittingham is an outstanding fit for Carpinteria. Our council and residents have high expectations for communication, community policing, and effective leadership, and Lt. Brittingham excels in all these areas, making him the ideal choice to lead our police services,” City Manager Michael Ramirez said in a press release.
Brittingham’s predecessor, longtime city of Carpinteria Chief of Police Services Lieutenant Ugo “Butch” Arnoldi, will now supervise the North County Operations Division.
“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Lt. Arnoldi for his years of dedicated service. His contributions have been invaluable, and we wish him all the best in his future endeavors,” city spokesperson Olivia Uribe-Mutal said Monday.
A blood drive hosted by the St. Joseph Church is scheduled for Sunday, July 28, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Appointments are available online at bit.ly/StJosephBloodDrive. The church is located at 1532 Linden Ave.
The One805LIVE! lineup is now out, with several big names set to perform at One805’s fundraiser on Sept. 20.
The full lineup includes P!nk and Dallas Green (You + Me), Kenny Loggins, Alan Parsons, Joe Bonamassa, Al Stewart, Richard Marx, Alyssa Bonagura, Jordan Asher Huffman, Plastic Harpoons and the Santa Barbara Symphony.
“Community collaboration and partnerships create opportunities to expand our impact to the community we serve,” Symphony President and CEO Kathryn R. Martin said in a press release. “We thank One805 for honoring our first responders by creating what will be an extraordinary evening of music and celebration.”
Kenny Loggins will also receive One805’s 2024 Heart of the Community Award for his work in Santa Barbara, and KLITE Morning Show host Catherine Remak will be honored for her volunteerism, activism and dedication to Santa Barbara causes.
The concert will take place at Kevin Costner’s Carpinteria Valley home. One805, a fundraising nonprofit for first responders in Santa Barbara County, was created after the 2017 Thomas Fire and the Jan. 9, 2018 Montecito debris flow. Last year’s One805LIVE! brought in $800,000 for first responders, One805 spokesperson Christopher Davis said in a press release.
The Carpinteria Valley Historical Society and History Museum’s Marketplace returns this Saturday, July 27, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., at the museum’s 956 Maple Ave. grounds.
Goods for sale include exotic plants, vintage clothing, furniture, film camera collections, collectibles and more. The museum’s booth, Granny’s Attic, offers items – including toys, arts & crafts and record albums – starting at 25 cents.
One of this month’s featured vendors is Cimmi Cumes; Cumes’ CiMMiPOP table will have hand-crocheted jellyfish, seals and octopus for sale, as well as mermaid tails and tiaras with shells. Examples of Cumes’ work can be found on Instagram at @cimmipop.
Hot dogs, snacks and cold beverages will be available for purchase at the marketplace. Learn more by calling (805) 684-3112, emailing info@carpinteriahistoricalmuseum.org or visiting carpinteriahistoricalmuseum.org.
Cimmi Cumes will have handcrocheted jellyfish, seals and octopus for sale at the upcoming museum marketplace.
The next marketplace is scheduled for Aug. 31; the August marketplace will be the last one of 2024, museum board member Amy Marie Orozco confirmed. The marketplace’s 2025 schedule is not yet in place.
Free bilingual computer courses are coming to Carpinteria in August, courtesy of the nonprofit Partners in Education.
A six-week computer basics course will begin on Aug. 12 at the Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. The free course teaches basic computer terminology, how to search the Internet, using email, operating Chromebooks, accessing Google Drive and making video calls.
Classes are held Monday and Wednesday evenings, in English from 4–6 p.m., and Spanish from 6–8 p.m. To register, contact Alondra Rodriguez at (805) 964-4710 ext. 4401, call or text (805) 724-0447, or email partners@sbceo.org.
Partners in Education, run through the Santa Barbara County Education Office, recently graduated 32 Lompoc-based adults from the six-week course. Each course attendee received a free Chromebook after completing the program.
“We know that when students receive support from parents and guardians, their academic outcomes significantly improve,” Santa Barbara County Superintendent of Schools Susan Salcido said in a press release. “By providing adults with training on the technology that our students use for schoolwork, we are not only empowering families but also boosting the likelihood of student success both in school and beyond.”
“I congratulate the course participants, and also the Partners in Education team, whose commitment to bridging the digital divide is truly commendable.”
Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) launched a battery rebate program this week, offering residential 3CE customers rebates after they install and purchase a battery energy storage system.
Home batteries allow customers to store more renewable energy generated during the day, and then use that battery-stored power at night, according to a press release from 3CE.
The program offers a rebate of $300 per kilowatt hour (kWh) of storage capacity; a 13kWh battery, for example, would result in a $3,900 rebate toward the purchase and installation of a home battery. Low-income customers are eligible for higher rebates of $500 per kilowatt hour.
“Our battery storage program will empower individual consumers with more control over their energy costs and provide another way to use more clean renewable energy,” said Chris Cook, 3CE’s Director of Energy Programs. “These rebates will help bridge the gap, making battery storage systems accessible to more homes in our community.”
See more online at 3CEnergy.org.
Join the Carpinteria Community Association at its next Community Social!
Hosted by Montecito Bank & Trust
1023 Casitas Pass Road The event is free to the public
Wednesday, August 7 • 5:30 - 7 pm
Stroll the Shepard Place Shops merchants! Enjoy food samplings from participating restaurants including:
See more online One805.org.
Students smile with new friends made through the Fun In The Sun program, a free six-week summer learning program available to local families.
This year, the United Way of Santa Barbara County’s Fun in the Sun program served more than 500 students, including many transitional kindergarten, kindergarten and first grade students at the Fun in the Sun campus at Aliso Elementary School.
The program was expanded this year at the request of local school districts, and includes additional grade levels and additional hours for families working late hours or families with caregivers. The grade level expansion led to an increase of about 100 students to the program, most of which were at the Carpinteria and Guadalupe campuses.
“We depend on our partners to help us move the learning of students forward,” said Diana Rigby, superintendent of the Carpinteria Unified School District (CUSD). “Come fall, it is very clear which students have participated in Fun in the Sun, because those students are prepared to enter the next grade level with strong academic skills as well as really good social skills to be able to interact with their peers in appropriate ways in the classroom.”
The Fun in the Sun program includes daily literacy and math practice, hands-on STEAM and enrichment activities, field trips, outdoor play and more. The program has six campuses throughout the county, including at Aliso Elementary School in Carpinteria.
“This is a special year for these students,” said Frances Contreras, United Way’s director of Programs and Partnerships. “The expansion happening this year represents decades of dedicated partners that have united through this program with a shared and inspiring focus on the next generation of our community.”
Those interested in current program information for enrolled students, or upcoming volunteer activities, may visit unitedwaysb.org/FITS.
Applications for the 2024-25 Carpinteria Surf Team are now open for all ninth through 12th-grade students at Carpinteria High School with intermediate surfing skills and experience. Practices will begin on Sept. 9.
The cost of joining the team is $400 for the school year – which includes coaching, contest entry, swag and more – and scholarships are available. Practices are held on Monday mornings, and the team also participates in monthly surf contests. Members will also have the chance to volunteer at community events.
The team is not intended for beginners, though the group does host community surf days open to those learning to surf. Those interested in getting involved as a beginner surfer may contact carpsurfteam@gmail.com for more information. Applications, due Aug. 19, are available at carpsurfteam.com or by reaching out to carpsurfteam@gmail.com. Tryouts may be held in late August, pending surf team interest.
On July 20 the northbound lanes between Hixon and Olive Mill were divided to allow for construction along the northbound Highway 101. The northbound off-ramp at San Ysidro Road was also closed; that off-ramp is expected to reopen in mid-December.
For regular closures along the highway, one lane from Sheffield Drive to Hixon Road will be closed Monday through Thursday, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., and Sunday from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Lanes in the divided area between Hixon and Olive Mill roads will not be closed.
The northbound on-ramp at San Ysidro Road will remain closed until early 2025. On the southbound side of the highway, one lane from Cabrillo Boulevard to Carpinteria Avenue will be closed Monday through Thursday, from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m., and Sunday from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. The southbound on-ramp at Posilipo Lane will also be closed until spring 2026.
City of Carpinteria Code Compliance Supervisor David Hernandez reported on Monday that Code Compliance made 54 contacts with homeless community members during 2023-24, speaking during a 2024 annual report on homeless in the area.
During that same period, law enforcement reported 538 contacts, he said. A total of 257 police reports were filed and 195 arrests were made during that time.
Thirty-two encampments were removed in Carpinteria; they were primarily located along the Carpinteria Creek bike path, near the railroad tracks, or in
the Carpinteria Bluffs preserve, Hernandez said.
He added that 17 people were offered resources and services, and of those, five moved on to permanent destinations.
This year’s Point In Time count – a county-wide count organized every year to accurately number Santa Barbara County’s homeless population – showed that 2,119 people are experiencing homelessness in the county.
Of those, 787 people are experiencing sheltered homelessness and 1,332 people are experiencing unsheltered homelessness. Of the 2,119 people experiencing
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
DATE OF HEARING: August 5, 2024
HEARING BEGINS: 9:00 A.M.
PLACE: SANTA BARBARA COUNTY PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMISSION HEARING ROOM 123 E. ANAPAMU STREET, RM. 17 SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101
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The Zoning Administrator provides in-person participation as well as virtual participation until further notice.
The following methods of participation are available to the public.
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The Zoning Administrator will accept written comments and interested persons may appear to support or oppose the proposal. If written comments are filed, three (3) copies should be provided. Comments should be filed with or mailed to Planning and Development, Attn: Hearing Support, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Continuances will not be granted unless there are exceptional circumstances. This matter may be dropped from the agenda unless the applicant is present and ready to proceed on the date set herein.
Please be advised that the Zoning Administrator’s decisions made under the authority of Chapter 35 & 21 of the Santa Barbara County Code may be appealed to the County Planning Commission by the applicant or any aggrieved person adversely affected by such decision. An appeal, which shall be in writing, and accompanying fee shall be filed with the Planning and Development Department Zoning and Permit Information Counter located at either 123 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, CA, or 624 West Foster Road, Suite C, Santa Maria, CA, within the 10 calendar days following the date of the action by the Zoning Administrator. There is a $669.06 fee for both non-applicants and owner/applicant appeals to the Planning Commission. A fee will not be charged if the development which is the subject of the appeal is defined as development that may be appealed to the California Coastal Commission in compliance with Public Resources Code Section 30603(a).
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1 22CDH-00000-00002 SoCal Gas Line 247 Dig 10 Anomaly Repair Project Gaviota Coast 23NGD-00005 Katie Nall, Planner (805) 884-8050
Hearing on the request of Chris Sowell, agent for the applicant SoCal Gas Company, to consider
• Case No. 22CDH-00000-00002, for a Coastal Development Permit in compliance with Section 35169 of the Article II Coastal Zoning Ordinance, along three properties zoned AG-II-100 to allow for the repair of a 215-foot section of Line 247 (L247) an existing 16-inch diameter, high pressure gas line, running within the bed of Dos Pueblos creek; and to
• adopt the Negative Declaration (24NGD-00005) pursuant to the State Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act. As a result of this project, significant but mitigable effects on the environment are anticipated in the following categories: Aesthetics, Air Quality, Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, Geologic Processes, and Water Resources. The ND and all documents may be reviewed at the Planning and Development Department, 123 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara. The ND is also available for review at the Central Branch of the City of Santa Barbara Library, 40 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara.
The application involves APNs 079-140-056; 079-080-039; 079-140-034, located 0.25-miles northwest of Exit 113 northbound on Highway 101, in the Gaviota area, Third Supervisorial District. SANTA BARBARA COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
homelessness within Santa Barbara County, 42 people were from Carpinteria.
Currently, the city of Carpinteria offers a hot lunch program paired with resources and services at Carpinteria Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave., on Wednesdays, and a safe parking program for six vehicles at a time. The hot lunch program has served over 1,100 people during the last fiscal year, staff said.
The council will decide whether to make the two-year pilot safe parking program a permanent Carpinteria fixture later this year. A total of 13 vehicles with 19 individuals have participated in this program; six people have moved on to permanent housing.
Kimberly Albers, homeless assistance program manager with Santa Barbara
County, said 33 of unhoused people in Carpinteria are living in their cars, while nine are experiencing unsheltered homelessness. Vehicular homelessness has steadily increased locally and in many surrounding areas.
“We truly believe there is a need for further expansion of the safe parking program, and we’re just really encouraged by the stats shared earlier about how much success they’ve had already,” Albers said.
She added that current city assessments suggest 15 households require permanent supportive housing while eight require medium-term assistance. Albers said that at least six families with minors are experiencing homelesses in Carpinteria.
––Atmika Iyer
Community Development Planner Nick Bobroff said on Monday that the city has acquired a digital sound level meter and calibration device to monitor noise levels from local live music – particularly in residential areas – to help refine outdoor entertainment regulations.
The new equipment will allow city staff to gather data on noise decibels from local live music and explore how the council might regulate outdoor live music via decibel limits. The council will also revisit the existing live music curfews in the future, staff said.
In the last few months, the Carpinteria City Council has navigated calls from some Carpinterians advocating for licensed, local live music and others frustrated with the decibel of volume from local band sets and how it carries into their homes.
Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, the city of Carpinteria did not allow for outdoor live entertainment; this changed with the introduction of the temporary Covid-19 Outdoor Business Permit Program, which allowed businesses to take traditionally indoor activities and move them outdoors.
As emergency measures to accommodate for the pandemic expired – including the permit program – the city faced a handful of frustrated public comments
about the continued practice of outdoor live music, the decibel of volume and the distance the volume carries into residential neighborhoods.
The city council voted in June to allow outdoor live music under the city’s entertainment permits. Island Brewing Company (IBC), Corktree Cellars, Apiary Beverage Co., brewLAB, Rincon Brewery and Giovanni’s Pizza all hold valid entertainment licenses.
The most vocal live music arguments – which play out in city council public comment – involve IBC and a local couple, Stephen and Eileen Marcussen. The Marcussens have consistently spoken at public comment, expressing frustrations with how IBC’s music carries into their home. They believe existing sound regulations are insufficient and have called the police about IBC multiple times.
IBC owners Paul and Sheryl Wright have repeatedly defended IBC at city council public comment, stating that they are monitoring the loudness of the live music coming from the brewery. In a CVN Letter to the Editor published last week, the couple said they were concerned about the use of city resources for “frivolous noise complaints.”
––Atmika Iyer
The Carpinteria City Council gave Coastal View News a mayoral recognition on Monday, publicizing the four awards the paper received earlier this year from the Association of Community Publishers.
Coastal View News received second place for Front Page Cover in Newsprint with Advertising; second place for Entertaining Article Run in a Publication; the Andrew E. Shapiro Cancer Foundation Cancer Awareness Award for Cancer Awareness Promo; and first place for General Excellence for papers with over 15% editorial.
CVN Publisher Gary Dobbins was on hand to receive the recognition certificate.
The Carpinteria City Council unanimously passed a proclamation declaring Aug. 6 National Night Out in the city of Carpinteria, recognizing the national effort to build ties between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
“National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes strong law enforcement-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live and work,” Mayor Al Clark read aloud from the proclamation.
The day’s efforts will be cemented by a local gathering with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office, Girls Inc. of Carpinteria and the National Association of Town Watch on Aug. 6, 5–7 p.m., on the 800 block of Linden Avenue.
BY ATMIKA IYER
The Carpinteria City Council took firm steps toward a long-awaited Carpinteria community center on Monday, giving city staff one month to return with estimates for operational costs and commitments from philanthropic donors for the purchase of 801 Linden Ave., the former Rite Aid building.
However, the city’s current financial status gave councilmembers pause at its July 22 meeting; members discussed how to balance local pushes for a central, community space against the lengthy list of services cut this fiscal year due to the city’s operating deficit.
Given the current lack of funding for operating and maintaining a community center, Councilmember Mónica Solórzano said she cannot put her support behind the building; Vice Mayor Natalia Alarcon concurred. Councilmember Roy Lee said he wanted to hear more public comment prior to making his decision.
“If the community wants it bad enough, we will find those funds,” Councilmember Wade Nomura said, encouraging staff to look for alternative sources of funding.
The purchase price for the 7,300 square foot space at 801 Linden Ave. is $5 million. Annual maintenance, in addition to programming and staffing costs, would cost $80,000. City Manager Michael Ramirez said that the city has the funds for a onetime purchase, but not enough money for operational expenses such as staffing and programming the community center.
Measure X funds can provide $386,704 for a one-time purchase, and city staff have reached out to the La Centra-Sumerlin Foundation, the Santa Barbara Foundation and the Anne Jackson Family Foundation for additional funding.
City staff have already procured federal grant funding for a community center.
The city applied for a $5 million grant – at the advice of Congressman Salud Carbajal – and received $850,000, Ramirez said.
Ramirez said that he advises the city not to use up its Measure X funds on the
September 2023
“You really need to get your finances in order before taking any major steps like this (...) I think we’re just not in a position right now to spend that kind of money.”
–Former Mayor Donna Jordan
community center given the city’s current financial state. A more feasible approach, he said, would be a $60,000, six-month option-to-purchase agreement with 801 Linden Ave.’s owner, with senior services employees staffing the center.
Christina Collins, with the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, spoke on Monday in favor of Carpinteria gaining
its first community center.
“I’ve lived here over 15 years now, and I have to say when I moved here, I was shocked that there wasn’t a community center. I had never seen a town that didn’t have a community center. We have the library, but the next step is the community center and the Lynda Fairley Arts Center is here to support as the neighbor in the heart
of downtown Carpinteria,” Collins said. Others, like public commenter and former mayor Donna Jordan, believe the city’s current financial state should deter the city from pursuing the center.
“You really need to get your finances in order before taking any major steps like this,” Jordan said. “I was not even in favor of putting the option in place and I think we’re just not in a position right now to spend that kind of money… I don’t feel that’s an appropriate use of Measure X.”
Commenter Lorraine McIntire expressed concerns that the city would lose the property if it doesn’t act quickly.
“If we don’t take the opportunity to buy this building, somebody else will buy it and turn it into a for-profit business. It will not be available for many, many, many years – if at all – for a community center. This is the ideal location for a community center,” McIntire said.
City of Carpinteria Code Compliance
Supervisor David Hernandez shared the quarterly code compliance report with the council on Monday, highlighting code compliance cases tackled in the second quarter.
Hernandez reported a total of 161 cases in the second quarter – a 22.6% drop from the previous quarter’s 208 cases. One hundred and forty-five cases were reported by community members, while the rest were initiated by the city.
According to Hernandez’s report, Code Compliance responded to 11 cases involving animal control services; 16 cases with animal violations; 12 cases involving bicycles on sidewalks; three cases with business licensing; nine cases with graffiti; one case involving Health and Safety; four contacts with unhoused people; 71 cases involving parking enforcement; four cases with public nuisances; nine cases involving public parks and beaches; seven cases with street and sidewalk encroachments; six cases with zoning and sign regulations; and eight cases with zoning enforcement. Hernandez said 352 parking tickets were issued. There were also 71 service requests for 72-hour parking violations in Quarter 2; in the previous quarter, there were 436 tickets issued and 52 service requests.
Victoria M. (Robles) Brazell
02/27/1932 – 07/14/2024
Victoria M. (Robles) Brazell, 92, passed away on July 14, 2024. She was born on Feb. 27, 1932, and raised in Carpinteria. Her parents were Jesus Robles and Josephine Robles, who migrated to Carpinteria in the early 1900s.
She is survived by her two daughters, Debbie Beach and Diana Felix; grandchildren Matthew Murray, Melody Zermeno, Justin Murray and James Felix; seven great-grandchildren; and siblings Nora Gomez, Ruben Robles and Lydia Daniels.
Victoria loved sharing the gospel with family, friends and anyone who came to her home. She loved listening to Christian music, reading the bible and making scripture bookmarks to share; she also loved baking pies and spending time with all her grandchildren.
She really enjoyed working at a daycare center and an elderly care facility. After retiring, Victoria took care of her mother and father.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Carpenter’s Chapel, 4951 Ninth St., Carpinteria.
PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT
Holy spirit, you who made me see everything and showed me the way to reach my ideals. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me and who are in all instances of my life with me. I thank you for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from you no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with you and my loved ones in your perpetual glory. Thank you for your love towards me and my loved ones. Amen Persons must pray the prayer 3 consecutive days without asking the wish. After 3rd day the wish will be granted no matter how difficult it may be. Promise to publish this dialogue as soon as favor is granted. Thank you.
Debra Lynn (Kallusky) Copus
03/13/1956 – 07/04/2024
Debra “Debi” Lynn (Kallusky) Copus was born on March 13, 1956. She passed away on July 4, 2024.
Debi’s story began at Nordhoff High, where she met her best friend and future life partner, Mike Copus. Together, they built a family, welcoming their son, Kurt Dewayne, and daughter, Christina Diane.
As a firstborn daughter to Diane Kallusky (Swift) and a daughter to her stepfather, Gary Kallusky, Debi cherished her role as a big sister to Kimberly Jean Ravera.
Debi’s dedication as a mother shone brightly. Once her children ventured out on their own paths, Debi embarked on a new adventure, discovering a passion for antiques alongside her husband and lifelong best friend, Shauna Tito. Chintz and cranberry glass – particularly the collectible Victorian pieces – became Debi’s favorites.
Beyond antiques, Debi possessed a zest for life. A passion for line dancing brought her joy, and she would light up the dance floor with “dancin’ Mike” and their fantastic group of Carpinteria friends.
Debi’s legacy lives on in the hearts of those she touched with her kindness, unwavering support and immense love. While we deeply miss her presence, we hold onto knowing we will someday reunite.
Debi is survived by her husband, Mike Copus; son, Kurt Copus; his wife, Elena, and their children, Sydney and Eleanor; daughter, Christina Brown, her husband, Rob, and their children, Ava, Cohen, and Emmett; mother and stepfather, Diane and Gary Kallusky; sister and brother-inlaw, Kim and Joe Ravera, and countless friends, family and loved ones.
Debi’s Celebration of Life will be held at the Carpinteria Lions Park on Sept. 21, 1–5 p.m. More information can be found online at everloved.com/life-of/ debra-copus.
08/17/1946 – 07/14/2024
Trudy Susette Crismon, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and dear friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 14, following a tragic fall.
She was born in Santa Barbara on Aug. 17, 1946, to Oliver and Marjorie. Trudy was a lifelong resident of Carpinteria; she later resided in Fallbrook, California. Upon graduating from high school in Carpinteria, she went on to hold various positions, including with Infrared and the Carpinteria Chamber of Commerce. She also ran her own knitting business, Mother of Pearl, located in the Castro House.
Trudy dedicated more than 25 years of her career to the Carpinteria/Summerland Fire Protection District, where she was a dispatcher and chief administrative officer. She raised three loving daughters and was a steadfast and cherished member of the community. Her compassionate nature and kind soul touched the lives of everyone she met.
Outside of her professional life, Trudy had a passion for knitting, travel and animals – especially all the dogs and cats she had throughout her life. She even had a monkey growing up.
She is survived by her daughters, Kim Sharp, Tina (Charlie Christian) and Jesse (Mike DeSanti); her sister, Judy de la Cruz; her brother, Craig Padgett; as well as her cherished grandchildren (who fondly referred to her as Yaya) Luke, Enzo and Sauvie. Trudy’s extended family also includes countless nieces, nephews and many dear friends; a special mention to her lifelong friends Nancy Slocum, Francis Lindwall, Diane Nichols and Livia Zirkel.
Trudy’s life will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 28, at 4 p.m. at Lions Park in Carpinteria. We invite all that knew and loved her to join us in honoring her memory and the joy she brought to our lives. Please feel free to gather prior to the memorial service from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. A reception and dinner will follow.
Lawrence “Larry” Henry Avery 11/30/1929 – 07/10/2024
Lawrence “Larry” Henry Avery passed away peacefully at Channel Point Village on July 10 at 9 p.m., with his sons and loved ones present.
Larry was born on Nov. 30, 1929, in Shelton, Washington to Joseph and Vera Avery. He was a member of a large family of 17 children – eleven from his father’s first wife, who died in 1915 at the young age of 36, and six children from his mother, Vera.
Larry married Susie Slater on March 24, 1948, and they settled into a cute little house on Arcadia Road in Shelton with a Gravenstein apple tree in the front yard. They welcomed the first of five boys later that year.
Larry was active in the wood products industry most of his adult life and moved the family from Shelton to Everett before moving to Cosmopolis in 1956 to join the build team for the Weyerhaeuser Pulp Mill. This is where he worked until his early retirement in 1985. He embraced his retirement, and he and Susie started a new RV lifestyle and became snowbirds.
During the years raising five boys with Susie, he was active in Cub and Boys Scouts; he was a troop leader, while Susie was a Den Mother. He also was very involved in the local Lions and Elks clubs. He loved to hunt and fish and gave all of the boys a real love for all things outdoors.
The family used to go on regular camping trips, and for over 30 years, they made the trek to Winthrop to join friends and relatives for the opening season. When not camping, their summers were spent visiting relatives and on family road trips. Larry and his brother Lee found a piece of lake front property and decided to build six A-Frame cabins for their side of the family at Spencer Lake. They also built the family a home on Franklin Drive in Cosmopolis.
Larry is survived by his five sons, Michael, Steven, Rick, Russell and Kevin. His beloved wife, Susie, passed away in 2001. His companion of 17 years, Georgianne Nelson, was at his side with the family when he passed. Larry has left a legacy that will not be forgotten, with 21 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren.
An informal service was held at the Aberdeen Elks, while the Avery boys pulled together at the last minute; apologies to all who would like to have paid their respects. There will be a scattering of ashes for Larry and Susie in the Methow Valley this fall, and all are welcome. Reach out to any of the Averys for more information. It will be a wonderful celebration, with a campfire and macocoas.
If you are so moved, please make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association or the American Cancer Society in Larry and Susie’s names.
As of today, July 22, there has not been an update on the city’s website for the Surfliner Inn since October 13, 2023. At that time, an application status letter was sent to the developer giving them 90 days to complete their application. Not a word to the public or even the mayor or city manager was what we learned at a quickly called “Public Facilities” meeting chaired by Wade Nomura and another council member, our mayor, last Monday, July 15.
All those residents who attended the committee meeting on short notice were promised an update on the Surfliner Inn by our city manager. His report on the July 22 Carpinteria City Council agenda lists no updates on development applications.
Why did the assistant manager call a meeting to discuss solar panels on a development application that is not complete? There were no diagrams, drawings or height dimensions on the proposed solar panels provided to the committee and also no written report. A hard to read power point was presented. There were no city planners at the meeting and the developers were not in attendance either, unless you count city staff as their representatives.
Is the Surfliner going through the regular planning process, i.e. ARB, Planning Commission, City Council and Coastal Commission as promised after the last election, or just working with staff privately?
Fortunately, Chair Nomura told staff after receiving public comment that the project should go through the regular planning process and the information provided was not sufficient to give input and the community needs updates on the project.
The public is waiting for information on the status of the Surfliner Inn, including regular updates on the city’s website, their newsletter and other forms of social media.
Amrita M. Salm Carpinteria
Maggie Light (CVN Vol. 30, No. 44) wrote that “perspective is everything,” and “the Marcussens’ perspective considers only the Marcussens, not the community’s.”
A fact-based perspective is best, though. Right?
“The
public is waiting for information on the status of the Surfliner Inn, including regular updates on the city’s website, their newsletter and other forms of social media.”
– Amrita Salm
opposite. Ms. Marcussen’s criticisms were not directed to their persons, their personal character or their professional capacities. Rather, they were directed at judgments or errors in judgment or perception, personal biases and lack of awareness or consideration. Ms. Marcussen offered her critical observations for fair and open consideration. What could be more respectful?
Ironically, Mr. Nimmer’s YouTube also inadvertently managed to confirm and entirely validate Ms. Marcussen’s accurate characterization of Mr. Nimmer’s “favorite” local band (or one of them). I don’t think I’ve ever heard The Youngsters go at it full bore while in Carpinteria, but if that YouTube is any indication, I think I’ll save it for another lifetime.
Ezrha Jean Black Los Angeles
Some facts: In August 2023, then-Community Development planner, Nick Bobroff, wrote to our household, informing us that the city of Carpinteria was “internally discussing how to regulate outdoor music citywide, both for the immediate future and long term,” when the temporary Covid-19 Outdoor Business Program expired.
Live outdoor music is not and has never been threatened by the Marcussen household. It not an issue that our household took on.
Our household asked the city to shield our residence from the undesired, unreasonable disruptions that arrive in our home courtesy of Island Brewing Company (IBC).
We can record IBC’s music acts from inside our home; song titles can be identified despite the poor audio quality.
Community planning departments evaluate “noise impacts” so that “sensitive receptors” (households that are close to prominent “sources”) can live their lives without disruption and “compatibility” can be achieved.
Last year, Carpinteria’s Community Development Department tried to find “compatibility” by placing additional conditions on entertainment licensees. At the March 25 city council meeting, council members did not prioritize “compatibility,” and protections for surrounding residences were erased.
Personal experiences shape perspective, too.
IBC ignored our reasonable requests to have their booked live acts lower the volume of their amplified sound. IBC’s owner, Paul Wright, told us (he provided an account of the exchange to the city council on March 11) that we could “get a pair of noise-canceling headphones... to get zero noise.”
Our perspective on how the city coun-
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cil handled live entertainment licensing and regulations is that it was a chaotic process, with disturbing optics on top of all the proceedings.
Carpinteria deserves better and we are a part of this community.
Eileen Marcussen Carpinteria
I am not very often in Carpinteria, but I try to visit as much as my work permits from my home base in Los Angeles. Nevertheless, I take notice of what goes on about town, especially when I’m due for a visit.
Sadly I’ve been hearing reports of unfortunate music continuing to blare at a disturbing and intrusive volume from the Island Brewing Company off Sixth Street and Linden Avenue. In that regard, I noted a letter less than a week ago from Larry Nimmer (CVN Vol. 30, No. 44), purportedly taking “offense” at remarks given by Eileen Marcussen at a Carpinteria City Council meeting regarding the excessive volume of music-making – which by his own words he acknowledges is “loud.” I take issue first with Mr. Nimmer’s use of the word “disrespected” as pertaining to various residents, a local brewer and former Carpinteria city manager, who were subject to some of Ms. Marcussen’s criticisms. It is both factually inaccurate (as Mr. Nimmer’s own YouTube bears out) and simply wrong to characterize her remarks in this manner.
Criticism is not the same thing as disrespect. In fact, it implies the exact
The very informative and well-attended event at The Alcazar Theatre will, I believe, make our community more alert and attentive to the sex trafficking in our area.
Also appreciate Debbie Nomura’s follow-up Viewpoint letter to CVN and the community.
I’m hoping these efforts will generate greater attention to preventative measures worldwide.
Jack Hurley Carpinteria
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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 community. “We want to thank the community for their outpouring of support during our time of loss and grief.”
A reader sends a halo to everyone who supported the Playa Del Sur 4-H this year. “The members are looking forward to another successful year.”
A reader sends a halo to the jeep driver who demonstrated thoughtful driving near Yummy Yogurt on Friday evening. “I appreciate seeing drivers like you on the road.”
A reader sends a halo to Valerie, the new volunteer at the Friends of the Library Bookstore, for cleaning and reorganizing the self-help section.
A reader sends a halo to the city for “removing all those ugly parklets. Finally, I can park in front of the business I’m visiting.”
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 Carpinteria Valley Association for “their work to protect Carpinteria’s open spaces and keeping our home’s small-town atmosphere.”
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 Mike and Mark for 12 years of service at Summerland Sandpiper Market.
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 Desiree, the new masseuse at The Gym Next Door. “She 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 Carpinteria Junior Lifeguard Ellie Lou, city of Carpinteria lifeguards and the fire department for assisting sibling swimmers that had become separated and stranded in a strong current. “Thanks for truly keeping Carp ‘the safest beach.’”
A reader sends a halo to whoever left a sign telling people to pick up their dog-waste bags and stop leaving them on Casitas Pass Road.
A reader sends a halo to Maria and Steve, the guardian angels of the reader’s neighborhood.
A reader sends a halo to Daniel from The Factory Appliance repair service. “He and his family are always dependable, honest and extremely knowledgeable when repairing my appliances. Don’t know what Carpinteria would do without them. Thank you.”
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 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 the Macias family and all the other cooks at the carnival at the St. Joseph Church Festival. “The tri-tip burritos and tortas were amazing and worth every penny.”
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 Matt Harris for “being an all-around wonderful human being!”
A reader sends a halo to Lance Lawhon at the Carpinteria Sanitation District for helping Kim’s Market.
A reader sends a halo to the Little Free Library at Linden Avenue and Wullbrandt Way for having “You Can’t Go Home Again” by Thomas Wolfe. “I guess I’d better just stay.”
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 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 Sandcastle Time. “(Owner Jocelyn Jones) gives the best service for watches and jewelry and fixes things often for free.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to whoever has been leaving bags of dog waste on the ground along Casitas Pass Road. “Yes, it’s frustrating that the trash cans are gone, but is that really your best way of handling the situation?”
A reader sends a halo to Water District personnel for letting the reader know they had a water leak. “With the new smart meters, they were able to determine we had a small leak which turned out to be an irrigation valve and was so small that we would never have discovered it ourselves.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the person who hit the reader’s pickup in front of the reader’s house and didn’t stop. “Shame on you, and I hope you have karma insurance.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the bicycle events on Foothill Road. “Purposely hosting 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 Denise and Sharon at Carl’s Jr. restaurant for helping the reader to navigate the Carl’s Jr. app so the reader can take advantage of the rewards program.
A reader sends a pitchfork to the lifeguards braiding hair while swimmers are in the pool. “Not professional!”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the people who advocate feeding the crows. “Please stop feeding the crows! They don’t need to be fed. They harass every other bird in the area.”
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 halo to angel in residence Jennifer for her selfless dedication to the community’s well-being. “Since the summer of 2020, Jennifer has led cardio exercise classes two times a week and yoga classes three times a week at Linden Field. Her commitment to her participants is unparalleled. Jennifer’s classes have been a lifeline for many of us, especially during the pandemic shutdown when we needed it most (because many of us discovered the joy of baking bread!).”
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 all the beach community residents. “Thank you for parking in front of your home with your permit.”
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 Diana, a caregiver at Carpinteria Senior Lodge for nearly three years.
A reader sends a halo to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the
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.
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 pitchfork to the Linden planters. “All the mushrooms growing there indicate too much water. Nice weed farm.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to city council members who “took easy, convenient swipes at fire and law enforcement at the council’s (July 8) meeting. Carpinteria is a haven for Californians looking for a lost weekend with no consequences, thanks in no small part because of the council’s willful disregard for commonsense law and safety protection funding.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the city of Carpinteria. “I would like to congratulate the city of Carpinteria for making the 1200 block of Vallecito even uglier than I thought possible.”
A reader 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?”
2:07 p.m. / Found Drugs / 6000 block Jacaranda Way A man was contacted after reporting
City of Carpinteria for letting the bluffs turn into an ever-increasing dirt parking lot. “That is not what the bluffs were purchased for.
A reader sends a pitchfork to the customer service at a local store. “Besides one or two employees, the people who serve you at the counter are rude and very disrespectful. I will be taking my business next door.”
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 pitchfork to a local dentist who tried “to deceive a patient out of thousands of dollars. I may be in my 70s, but blood still flows to my brain. Whole new twist to bite out of crime. The jaws have yet to close.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the vandal(s) that mutilated the live oak trees on the Santa Monica Creek trail. “It’s illegal and wrong on so many levels.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to the restaurant on Carpinteria Avenue that doesn’t maintain their planters and lets the plants grow halfway into the sidewalk. “Two pedestrians can’t even pass each other on the sidewalk. (Or should this be a pitchfork to the city for lack of enforcement?)”
A reader sends a pitchfork to clueless parents who allow their preteens to use eBikes. “They’re endangering their own kids and others with their thoughtless behavior. You’re not being ‘cool parents.’ You’re being irresponsible!”
A reader sends a pitchfork to an early runner who wears a black shirt and red shorts. “No one sees you. Please wear a headlamp or reflective clothing. If not, run on the sidewalk, not in the middle of the street.”
A reader sends a pitchfork to whoever is responsible for not emptying the trash can next to the bus stop in front of Sandpiper Mobile Home Park for over three weeks. “It’s overflowing, looks terrible to everyone driving by, smells and is a health hazard.”
BY JUN STARKEY
Riviera Smiles – headed by Dr. Ana Martinez – has relocated to Carpinteria after 12 years on Coast Village Road in Montecito, taking over dentist Dr. Loren Churchman’s practice at 1090 Eugenia Place, Suite 100.
Riviera Smiles officially began seeing patients in July, following several months of the two offices merging patients and staff. The majority of Churchman’s and Martinez’s patients remained with Martinez after the transition. Martinez told CVN that about 30% of her original clients, when she worked out of Montecito, lived in Carpinteria.
At the end of April this year, Churchman sent a letter out to his patients, letting them know Martinez would be taking over his practice. Churchman wrote that, following a bout of Covid-19 that almost caused him to shut down his office, he decided that he wanted to spend more time with his family.
“...It has been my privilege and honor to get to know you over the years,” Churchman wrote to his patients. “I would like to thank you for your trust and patronage. I hope I have been as much of a blessing to you as you have been to me.”
Martinez said Carpinterians have been very welcoming to her and her staff. “It’s been a very pleasant experience,” she told
CVN. One Carpinteria patient brought a freshly baked loaf of bread to the Riviera Smiles office, with “Welcome to Carp” written on the bag.
Originally from Peru, Martinez has worked in the dental field for more than 27 years and trained at facilities around the world. She began her education in Peru at the Universidad Peruana Cay etano Heredi, then later attended the Witten/Herdecke University in Germany.
She also participated in a residency program at the University of Connecticut Health Center and trained graduating dentists at the University of Washington School of Dentistry.
Martinez said providing basic dentistry is what she enjoys doing, though her office offers a wide variety of dental services.
“Making sure people get healthy, that is the number one thing,” she said. “Anyone who wants to get healthy, can get healthy.”
Martinez said her office prioritizes communication and provides a clear plan of action to her patients. This includes what the patient needs or wants, how Martinez can best address the problem, how much addressing the issue would cost and how the patient could pay for the service.
Riviera Smiles also offers discounts and payment options, such as a 10% paid-in-full discount, a 10% discount
for seniors and veterans, and cash and prepayment discounts. Riviera Smiles is open Mondays, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Tuesdays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Learn more online at rivierasmiles.com.
Thursday, July 25
AgeWell Senior Program: Senior Lecture Series “Family Service Agency PEARLS” Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 9:30–10:45 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Dementia Caregivers Support Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10:30 a.m. – noon. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
AgeWell Senior Program: Chair Yoga Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 11 a.m. – noon. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Food Bank Senior Food Distribution Veterans Memorial Building courtyard, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–2 p.m.
AgeWell Senior Program: Film Club Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 2–4 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca. gov, (805) 881-1279
Carpinteria Creative Arts Eighth Street and Linden Avenue. 2:30–6 p.m. Handmade pottery, beach art, cards, jewelry and sewn articles. (805) 6984536
Carpinteria Farmers Market 800 block of Linden Ave. Thursdays, 3–6:30 p.m.
World’s Safest Bingo! Beach at Linden Avenue. 6 p.m. No charge, all ages.
Friday, July 26
Agewell Senior Program: Pickleball Free Play Carpinteria Middle School Tennis Courts, 5351 Carpinteria Ave. 8–10 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Friday Fun Day Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10–11:30 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Agewell Senior Program: Great Gatsby Garden Party GranVida Senior Living, 5464 Carpinteria Ave. 2–4 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Live Music: Ray Jarique Trio Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Live Music: Jared Nels Trio Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 6–9 p.m. islandbrewingcompany.com, (805) 745-8272
Play Bill: Covering the music of and for Bill Lanphar The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 7–10 p.m. Tickets: $20. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380
Saturday, July 27
Museum Marketplace Carpinteria Valley Historical Society and History Museum, 956 Maple Ave. 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. (805) 684-3112, info@carpinteriahistoricalmuseum.org, carpinteriahistoricalmuseum.org
ABOP Disposal Program Carpinteria City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Salt Marsh Nature Park Docent Tours Meet at the entrance across from the corner of Sandyland and Ash Avenue. 10 a.m. – noon. Free. (805) 886-4382
I Larv-a Saturday Craft Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10:30–11:30 a.m. Every Saturday, June 8 – Aug. 10. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Santa Barbara Zoo Bug Biofacts Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10:30 a.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314 Summerland Businesses Block Party Lillie Avenue, Summerland. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Local vendors, live music, food and drink; free admission, parking. 34 participating businesses.
AgeWell Senior Program: Bocce Ball GranVida Senior Living, 5464 Carpinteria Ave. 1–2:30 p.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Hat Making Workshop with Wayne Hat Co. Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 2:30–5 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Art Reception: “Make Hay While the Sun Shines” Palm Loft Gallery, 410 Palm Ave., Loft A-1. 4–6 p.m. palmloft. com, arturote@aol.com
Live Music: Vinny Berry Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 2 p.m. islandbrewingcompany.com, (805) 745-8272
Live Music: The Rincons Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 6–9 p.m. islandbrewingcompany.com, (805) 745-8272
Live Music: Dylan Cunningham Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 6841400
Stand Up: Adam Carolla The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. Doors open 7:30 p.m.; show starts 8 p.m. Tickets: general admission, $25; first five rows, $40. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380
Sunday, July 28
St. Joseph Church Blood Drive St. Joseph Church, 1532 Linden Ave. 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. bit.ly/StJosephBloodDrive
Live Music: Joel Shafer Island Brewing Company, 5049 Sixth St. 2 p.m. islandbrewingcompany.com, (805) 745-8272
Live Music: Hot Club of Santa Barbara Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 5–8 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
Monday, July 29
Preschool Story Time & Free Play Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10–11 a.m. Geared toward ages two to five. carpinterialibrary. org, (805) 684-4314
AgeWell Senior Program: Music Mondays Sing Along Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 10:30–11:30 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Monday Mahjong All levels of play. 1 p.m. (805) 729-1310
AgeWell Senior Program: Holistic Movement Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–1:45 p.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Storytelling and Acting Classes The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 1–3 p.m. Mondays, weekly. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380, alcazarensemble@gmail.com
AgeWell Senior Program: Mind Games Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 2–3 p.m. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Tuesday, July 30
Agewell Senior Program: Walking Club Meet at Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 9 a.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279
Senior Arts & Crafts Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave. Tuesdays, 9–11 a.m. Free. info@carpinteriaartscenter.org, (805) 684-7789
Carpinteria Writers Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 10 a.m. – noon. (202) 997-0429
AgeWell Senior Program: Mind Body Balance Exercise Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 11 a.m. – noon. agewell@carpinteriaca. gov, (805) 881-1279
Spanish Conversation Group Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 1–2 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Bridge Club Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 1–4 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279
Carpinteria Songwriters Circle
Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 4–5:30 p.m. carpinterialibrary.org, (805) 684-4314
Corktree Karaoke with K.J. Tati
Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 6841400
Carpinteria Improv Classes The Alcazar Theatre, 4916 Carpinteria Ave. 7–9 p.m. Tuesdays, weekly. Cost: $10 at the door. thealcazar.org, (805) 684-6380
Wednesday, July 31
Meeting: Morning Rotary Carpinteria Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito Rd. 6:45–8 a.m.
Agewell Senior Program: Pickleball Lessons Carpinteria Middle School Tennis Courts, 5351 Carpinteria Ave. 8–10 a.m. Registration required. agewell@ carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 881-1279
Knitting Group Carpinteria Library Community Room, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. 1–3 p.m. Free. (805) 886-4382
Agewell Senior Program: Mindfulness Meditation Veterans Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave. 3–4 p.m. agewell@carpinteriaca.gov, (805) 8811279
Movies in the Park: “The Incredibles” Linden Field. Movie begins shortly after sunset.
Live Music: Natalie & Lindsey Corktree Cellars, 910 Linden Ave. 6–9 p.m. corktreecellars.com, (805) 684-1400
ONGOING
Senior Nutrition Program Carpinteria Veterans Hall, 951 Walnut Ave. Monday–Friday, 12:15 p.m. No cost for seniors ages 60+. (805) 925-9554, meals@centralcoastseniors.org
Four winners took home prizes in the inaugural Hanne Pedersen Playwriting Competition, put on by Carpinteria’s Alcazar Theatre, theater representatives told CVN this week.
The winning scripts include “Happy Merry” by Michael P. Adams; “This House is Legacy” by Sophie Goldstein; “Extended Family” by Lelsie Vitanza AnnRenee; and “October Surprise” by Robert Weibezahl.
The winners’ plays will premiere at the theater on Aug. 30 and 31, and Sept. 1, 6, 7 and 8.
The Alcazar Ensemble and Theatre Committee chose the four out of nearly 50 submissions from local counties throughout Southern California. Winners will receive a cash prize and have their plays produced. Play directors will include Tom Mueller, Asa Olsson and Leslie Vitanza.
The inaugural Hanne Pedersen Playwright Competition was established to honor the late Hanne Pederson, who passed away after battling cancer.
“We are honored to celebrate Hanne Pedersen’s legacy by naming this competition after her,” said Connie Geston, stage manager for the Alcazar Theater. “The generous support of Lynda Fairly, Francine, and Charlie Freund makes this competition possible.”
Tickets for the productions, and additional information, will be available on thealcazar.org.
Carpinteria-raised singer and songwriter Dylan Camp has released his latest album entitled, “Leave Us Here.” The album features 10 tracks recorded with a full band, including one song titled after the street Camp grew up on, “Canalino.”
“‘Leave Us Here’ is about being young in California in the 1990s,” Camp said in a press release. “During this time period, I spent many hours driving between northern California and my hometown, Carpinteria. There was a lot of country music on the radio during those drives, so the album has some country and bluegrass sounds, but it’s mostly a folk-rock/ Americana album.”
“Leave Us Here” by Dylan Camp is available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.
Another song on the album, “Stained Glass Window,” tells the story of the end of a relationship and includes the lyrics, “If it’s summer in Santa Barbara/And you still won’t stay/There is nothing that’s gonna keep you/There’s nothing I can say.”
“Leave Us Here” is now available on all major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music. For more information about Camp and his music, visit dylancampmusic.com.
Palm Loft Gallery’s newest exhibit, “Make Hay While the Sun Shines,” opens Saturday, July 27, owner Arturo Tello told CVN. The show – inspired by the theme “Do what you love while you live” – will run through Sept. 22.
The gallery, at 410 Palm Ave., Loft A-1, will host an artists reception on July 27, 4–6 p.m., inviting members of the public to meet the artists and enjoy drinks. Artists in the show include Arturo Tello, John Wullbrandt, Rick Garcia, Laura Hemenway, Laurel Mines, Leana Orsua and more . Ten percent of sales will benefit Citizens for the Carpinteria Bluffs.
“We’re excited to share this exhibit with the community and hope you can join us,” Tello said in a press release on Wednesday.
For more information, visit PalmLoft.com or contact Tello at Arturote@aol.com.
Mariachi Estrellas — including, from left, Alondra
Alexandria Uribe, Ally Manriquez, Cornelius
Luis
Yureimy
Arianny
and
Patterson — perform at the Old Town Carpinteria Fiesta on Friday, July 19.
The mariachi summer classes hosted by the Artesania para la Familia program recently received a $2,500 grant from The Fund For Santa Barbara, allowing the group to move forward with summer programming, Program Director Suzanne Requejo told CVN.
“The bilingual music arts program focuses on building excellent music, academic and leadership skills and developing an understanding of stage presence,” Requejo said in a press release. “Students will learn about Hispanic cultural traditions and develop their music skills on traditional mariachi instruments.”
The youth mariachi classes are open to students with one school year of experience on the violin, trumpet, guitar, vihuela or guitarron. Classes with instructors Alondra Macario and Cesar Lara began on July 8, and will continue meeting every Monday and Thursday, 3 to 4 p.m., until Aug. 13.
Those interested in the program may reach out to Requejo at (805) 617-5929.
After a long day at school and extracurricular activities, the one thing my kids and I both want to do is go home. We want to get into our pajamas, grab a blanket and a snack, and relax.
But what do you do if home is a car, a tent, a hotel room or a crowded one-bedroom apartment? This is the situation many of the families we are seeing at the Carpinteria Children’s Project (CCP)
Family Resource Center find themselves in. Of course, you could find a way to relax in the spaces I mentioned, but your mind may be unable to relax while thinking of what tomorrow will look like.
Studies have shown that housing insecurity profoundly impacts adult mental health and, in turn, children’s mental health. Constant stress leads to chronic anxiety, emotional turmoil can lead to sadness and depression, and social challenges can make a child feel alienated. For children enrolled in school, that instability can lead to academic struggles and challenges in creating and maintaining friendships, which are essential for a child’s social development.
Over the last few years, we have witnessed the impacts of housing insecurity on families, especially those with young children coming to our site at CCP. After months of seeing more and more families on the brink of homelessness or currently homeless, we decided we needed to act to meet this ever-growing need.
As an organization that partners with many other nonprofits in the area, we
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Housing insecurity is a complex issue that won’t be solved overnight, but there are steps we can take to make a difference. Advocating for affordable housing and policies that support families in need is crucial.
know of resources available, but what happens when there is a waiting period for those resources? We’ve supported families with stays at the local campground, hotels and their cars while they waited to find an apartment they could afford or to hear from a shelter that could take them in. This year, we were more intentional and fundraised to cover some of these costs, and our team created a network of support that allows the family to have someone alongside them on this journey.
Despite these challenges, we now know that resilience is a powerful force. Our staff work to develop and provide positive experiences to mitigate some of the effects housing insecurity causes.
We encourage families not to be afraid to reach out for help and ensure that we are a safe space to the best of our ability. We work with the school and other nonprofits that provide mental health support, and we provide community; finding a community that supports you can make a world of difference.
Housing insecurity is a complex issue that won’t be solved overnight, but there are steps we can take to make a difference. Advocating for affordable housing and policies that support families in need is
crucial. As a mom and a nonprofit leader, I hope this column sheds light on many families’ struggles and inspires action to create a more stable and supportive environment for all children. Our children deserve to grow up without the shadow of housing insecurity. They deserve stability, safety and the opportunity to thrive. By working together as a community, we can help ensure every child has a place to call home – a true sanctuary where they can dream, learn and flourish.
Teresa Alvarez is the executive director of the Carpinteria Children’s Project. She has over a decade of experience in the nonprofit field and a passion for helping children and families. Teresa was born in Guanajuato, Mexico, and moved to the U.S. with her parents at age two. Growing up as an undocumented student, she learned the importance of having mentors, a strong work ethic, and the value of education. Teresa holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from UC Santa Barbara and a master’s degree in psychology from Antioch Santa Barbara. She currently serves on the Future Leaders of America board and is a founding member of the Santa Barbara Latino Giving Circle. Teresa loves to travel, read and chase after her two boys.
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A classic fluffy treat – the star of s’mores – has been given a super-powered makeover here in Carpinteria. Erica Dudley, owner of Super Mallows, has pumped up the health factor in her protein-packed, organic, handmade marshmallows. Dudley shares her inspiration and more in the following interview.
How did your recipe for Super Mallows originate?
I am always looking for healthy food alternatives for my loved ones. I noticed that several individuals I follow on social media who share my passion began
making homemade marshmallows. I found a simple recipe online and made changes to allow for more health benefits to consumers.
Super Mallows are not only delicious treats; they also can act as cream and sugar replacements in your morning beverage.
What makes your marshmallows stand apart from others on the market?
Super Mallows are made with simple, clean, organic ingredients. The organic maple syrup from Vermont contains vitamins and minerals and is rich in antioxidants. The grass-fed beef gelatin provides 2.5g of protein and 3g of collagen.
How can potential customers place an order? What options and prices do you offer?
Customers can order from my Instagram @super_mallows or text me (805) 755-3532. Each Super Mallow costs $3 (minimum order of 2) or 12 for $30. Orders are available for pick-up.
What is your vision for Super Mallows long term?
My hope is that people will enjoy Super Mallows and all of the joys that follow when you embrace healthy alternatives.
What are some of your favorite Carpinteria made products? Momma J Scones, items from Pacific Health Foods, Farm Cart produce, Delgado’s margarita, Lucky Llama latte and Santa Barbara Soups.
Is there anything else you would like readers to know about you?
I was born and raised here. My children are growing up in the same home
their grandfather and I grew up in. My mother is a successful business owner here and my husband is a local firefighter. Carpinteria is more than my home – it is my heart.
Ingrid Bostrom is a photographer, drawn to open space and stories told in each new face. Send ideas of impactful Carpinterian bosses to ingrid@ingridbostromphotography.com.
I focused on pops of color that spark happy summer associations. These signs of leisure and beauty epitomize idealized ways to experience summer days.
In reality, summer has flown by as we juggle assignments and life, but our precious beach town never fails to invite a slower pace and remind us we live in a year-round vacation place.
– Ingrid Bostrom
Three hundred turn out for Friday afternoon’s Fiesta celebration
Over 300 community members and out-of-towners came out for the 10th annual Old Town Carpinteria Fiesta on Friday, July 19, program director Suzanne Requejo told CVN. The annual celebration – with food trucks, kids’ crafts and youth vendors on site – is hosted by Artesania para la Familia and sponsored by the La Centra Sumerlin Foundation, the Ann Jackson Family Foundation and the Friends of the Carpinteria Library.
Old Town Carpinteria Fiesta is dedicated to Old Town Carpinteria families and their contributions to the community, Requejo said. During that Friday afternoon, attendees were welcomed by Carpinteria City Councilmember Mónica Solórzano, former Carpinterian Rose Marie Cruz emceed, and Brian Schwabecher oversaw the day as Old Spanish Days Presidente.
Georgey Taupin was this year’s Fiesta Spirit, joined by Aleenah Soriano as the Junior Fiesta Spirit; Mariachi Real, Carpinteria’s Mariachi Estrellas, Sahagun Dance, Hector Aguilera and the Zermeno Dance Academy also showcased their talents with lively performances.
BOTTOM LEFT: Mariachi Real de Oxnard director Enrique Grande flashes a thumbs up.
BOTTOM RIGHT: Soloist Hector Aguilera – a member of Mariachi Estrellas – sings.
From left, Vin and Dean Bennett brought their copy of Coastal View News to the famous Gastown Steam Clock, built by Raymond Saunders, located in Vancouver, British Columbia.
“The first steam-powered clock goes off every half hour and plays a song,” Vin told CVN.
CVN sees the Eiffel Tower
From left, Fred and Margaret McCoy visited Paris in late June, checking out the preparations for the July 2024 Olympics. Here, the pair snap a photo with their copy of CVN in front of the Eiffel Tower.
CVN samples olive oil in
Chef Mollie Ahlstrand Mollie’s Italian Deli and Market, center, brought a copy of CVN on a recent trip to Italy, where she visited Chuck, left, and Shirley Ofria, owners of the Il Refugio Villa, an olive oil mill in Tuscany. The couple, formerly of Santa Barbara County, produces extra virgin olive oil used in well-known restaurants throughout Italy. Ahlstrand has brought back oil to share with her clients for an olive oil tasting on July 27.
Snap a photo with your Coastal View News in hand and email it to news@coastalview.com. Tell us about your trip!
The Rotary Club of Carpinteria Noon and the Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning recently crowned its new respective club presidents at a barbecue lunch hosted by the Lions Club of Carpinteria. Whitt Hollis is Noon’s new president, and Mary Layman is Morning’s new president.
The ceremony was attended by members, family and friends of both clubs.
The Master of Ceremonies was Paul Wright, dressed as a wizard. Also present was the new Rotary District Governor Sherry Sims and retiring President of the Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning Lorraine McIntire.
PHOTOS BY ROBIN KARLSSON
On July 17 at Linden Field, Carpinterians settled down to watch the captivating tale of Andy and his eclectic collection of toys with a Movies in the Park showing of the 1995 classic, “Toy Story.” Summer isn’t quite over yet, with three more family-friendly Wednesday Movies in the Park dates on the books: “The Incredibles” on July 31, “The Goonies” on Aug. 7 and “Encanto” on Aug. 14. All movies are screened at Linden Field and begin at sunset.
Saturday, March 16
the park sign, 684-8077
by Margie E. Burke
Magicarp Pokemon League, 11 a.m., Curious Cup, 929 linden Ave., (619) 972-3467
Monday, March 18
Energy Balancing, 2-4 p.m., Curious Cup, 929 linden Ave., free “The Quiet Man,” 8 p.m., Plaza Playhouse theater, 4916 Carpinteria Ave., $5
The Groovie Line, 9 p.m., the Palms, 701 linden Ave., 684-3811
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.
Celebrate Recovery (Hurts, Hangups, Addictions), 6 p.m., first Baptist Church, 5026 foothill rd., 684-3353
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
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.
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
The lower Russian River was shimmering glass, with a wisp of low-lying fog hovering just above the surface of the free-flowing runnel. From my kayak, I could see the heads of Canadian geese poking above the ghostly overcast, the long row of waterfowl traveling against the grain, upriver and into the swift outgoing tide.
The winding serpentine stretch of water begins north of Ukiah near Willits in Northern California. It travels southward 110 miles to its river mouth in Jenner. That’s where I began, paddling upriver and beyond, beneath two bridges where a convergence of ocean inhabitants and riparian species awaited. For instance, from my kayak, I watched a pack of coyote pups jostling on the riverbank while spotted harbor seals swam right past them searching for food within a sharp bend in the river.
The put-in was simple. There’s a convenient boat launch in Jenner, a small coastal enclave along the ruggedly scenic Sonoma Coast. As soon as I applied my first few paddling strokes into the mirror-like conditions, I felt a sense of freedom – the only kayaker on the water at 5 a.m.
Most of my eight-mile paddle was in calm conditions, except for the stretch near the ocean. There was no warning, no gradual fluctuation in the ebb and flow of the river’s hydrology. Admittedly, I was distracted by an opportunistic bald eagle perched on a rocky spire overlooking the mouth of the river. I paddled past it just 15 feet below the majestic raptor, as the river went from placid, serene conditions to class III rapids within a blink of an eye.
I found myself moving swiftly toward the mouth of the river and into heaving, head-high surf pounding on the deserted beach. I think the 50 or so spotted harbor seals hauled out on the beach appeared amused while I was swept past them. It was as if they knew my impending doom was near.
I cranked my kayak 180 degrees with a hard rudder stroke, and paddled hard upriver, but it didn’t matter. As hard as I paddled, I wasn’t making any progress. I
was going backwards toward the pounding surf. However, the mouth of the Russian River grew shallower, and thankfully, it was a sandy bottom. I jumped/ rolled out of my kayak and was able to dig my knees into the soft sand while maintaining a death grip on my kayak. There was a steep, sandy berm to my left. And despite the surf sweeping over the berm, I was able to drag my kayak across it, eventually away from the tidal surge. Gratefully, I never reached the dumping shore break. The eagle had flown off, no more avian distractions, as I pulled my gear-ladened kayak along the berm.
I left the deserted beach and its flotsam of bleached driftwood and paddled several miles upriver. Brilliant green herons, diving cormorants, tip-toeing killdeer, aerodynamic swallows, opportunistic kingfishers and masked raccoons reveled in the river’s bounty. The low-lying fog persisted, especially where it swirled around a small gravel bar, where a gathering of American white pelicans huddled and shook off heavy morning dew. About 12 of North America’s heaviest pelican species busily preened their pearly white feathers. Delicately utilizing their long, yellow, sword-like beaks, they gently scissored their feathers, sliding their beaks the length of their plumage to remove any unwanted insects.
Paddling back toward the coast and the gaping river mouth, the second to last bend in the river was in an unusual state of flux. It appeared as if the wind was blowing out of the southwest; the bend was white-capping and pushing hard upriver, yet the tide was on the wane. Still, the current was pushing hard around the
bend, and it was just current, no wind at all. I braced for the worst and paddled hard into the current and its short interval whitecaps, while digging hard toward the north side of the river.
My ego wasn’t bruised at all as I haplessly watched a family of common mergansers with five chicks swimming effortlessly into the humping tidal surge and pesky whitecaps. After a small effort to reach the steep riverbank, I hugged the shoreline while mostly staying out of the current. From the treetops, steely osprey repeatedly dove the river, consistently nabbing fish before returning to their favorite perches.
Later in the day, I utilized a late afternoon, easterly wind to capitalize on a bobcat strategically perched atop a downed tree along the riverbank. I used the wind to glide past the tufted feline that was
focusing on any prey that might stir in the tall, swaying grasses. It barely glanced in my direction as I gently dipped the tip of the blade from my paddle into the water to maneuver myself beyond the bobcat and back onto open water.
The ebb and flow of the river pulled me back to my starting point. The sun was setting just beyond wave-battered spires. It was time to climb into my van and slumber the night away. Soon enough, though, sunrise would once again breach the tallest redwoods, and chirping ospreys will draw me back onto the water.
Adventure and travel writer Chuck Graham lives in Carpinteria and contributes his writing and photography to publications far and wide. For more wildlife photos, visit chuckgrahamphoto.com or follow Graham on Instagram at @chuckgrahamphoto.
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Notice
Act Section 30624.9, the Director has determined that this project qualifies as minor development and therefore intends to waive the public hearing requirement unless a written request for such hearing is submitted by an interested party to the Planning and Development Department within the 15 working days following the Date of Notice listed below. All requests for a hearing must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Request for Hearing Expiration Date listed below, to Christopher Schmuckal at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, by email at cschmuckal@countyofsb.org, or by fax at (805) 568-2030. If a public hearing is requested, notice of such a hearing will be provided.
WARNING: Failure by a person to request a public hearing may result in the loss of the person’s ability to appeal any action taken by Santa Barbara County on this Coastal Development Permit to the County Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors and ultimately the California Coastal Commission.
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 Christopher Schmuckal at Planning and Development, 123 E. Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2058, or by email at cschmuckal@countyofsb.org, or by phone at (805) 568-2033.
PROPOSAL: TNC ROAD REPAIR
PROJECT ADDRESS: 1000 JALAMA ROAD, LOMPOC, CA 93436
3rd SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT
THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED IN THE COASTAL ZONE
DATE OF NOTICE: 7/20/2024 REQUEST FOR HEARING EXPIRATION DATE: 7/31/2024
PERMIT NUMBER: 24CDH-00009
APPLICATION FILED: 3/28/2024
ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NO.:
083-510-059, and 083-610-035 ZONING: AG-II-320 PROJECT
storm water from the earthen ditch;
5. Replacement of road pavement;
6. Revegetation of all other project disturbance areas by reseeding which totals 0.487 acres.
Grading for Area 4 includes 1,100 cubic yards of cu and 1,430 cubic yards of fill with 330 cubic yards of import. The proposed disturbance area for Area 4 is approximately 0.75 acre, including approximately a 0.40 acre work area and a 0.35 acre staging and temporary access area.
No trees are proposed for removal. The Applicant also is proposing to incorporate all the General Construction Measures (GC-1 to GC-11) and the Avoidance and Minimization Measures (BIO-1 to BIO-9) identified in the Biological Resources Assessment by Ecological Assets Management, LLC dated June 12, 2024. Access will continue to be provided off of Cojo Bay Road. The property is a 263.66-acre parcel zoned AG-II-320 and shown as Assessor’s Parcel Number 083-510-059 and a 2,622.34-acre parcel zoned AG-II-320 and shown as Assessor’s Parcel Number 083-610035, in the Gaviota Coast Plan Area, 3rd Supervisorial District.
APPEALS:
The decision of the Director of the Planning and Development Department to approve, conditionally approve, or deny this Coastal Development Permit 24CDH 00009 may be appealed to the County Planning Commission by the applicant or an aggrieved person. The written appeal must be filed within the 10 calendar days following the date that the Director takes action on this Coastal Development Permit. To qualify as an “aggrieved person” the appellant must have, in person or through a representative, informed the Planning and Development Department by appropriate means prior to the decision on the Coastal Development Permit of the nature of their concerns, or, for good cause, was unable to do so.
Written appeals must be filed with the Planning and Development Department at either 123 East Anapamu Street, Santa Barbara, 93101, or 624 West Foster Road, Suite C, Santa Maria, 93455, by 5:00 p.m. within the timeframe identified above. In the event that the last day for filing an appeal falls on a non business day of the County, the appeal may be timely filed on the next business day.
This Coastal Development Permit may be appealed to the California Coastal Commission after an appellant has exhausted all local appeals, therefore a fee is not required to file an appeal.
For additional information regarding the appeal process, contact Christopher Schmuckal. The application required to file an appeal may be viewed at or downloaded from: https://content.civicplus.com/api/ assets/a332eebc b6b5 4a1e 9dde 4b99ae964af9?cache=1800
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Information about this project review process may also be viewed at: https://ca santabarbaracounty.civicplus. pro/1499/Planning Permit Process Flow Chart
Board of Architectural Review agendas may be viewed online at: https://www.countyofsb.org/160/Planning Development
Publish: July 25, 2024
CITY OF CARPINTERIA 5775 CARPINTERIA AVENUE CARPINTERIA, CA 93013 (805) 684-5405 www.carpinteriaca.gov
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING OF THE CARPINTERIA PLANNING COMMISSION MONDAY, AUGUST 5, 2024 AT 5:30 p.m.
Notice is hereby given that the City of Carpinteria Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 P.M. on Monday, August 5, 2024 to consider the following item:
Mayer Residence Remodel & Additions Planner: Syndi Souter Project: 22-2183-CUP/CDP/ARB Address: 5557 Calle Arena
Applicant: Ted Meeder, architect, for Tyler and Jessica Mayer
Hearing at the request of Ted Meeder, architect, for Tyler and Jessica Mayer, to consider Project 22-2183-CUP/ CDP/ARB (application filed December 14, 2022) for approval of a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit to partially demolish an existing legal-nonconforming 2,233 square-
foot one-story single-family residence and construct a new 3,041 square-foot two-story single-family residence under the provisions of Carpinteria Municipal Code (CMC) §14.12 – Single-Family Residential District, §14.62 – Conditional Use Permit, and §14.82 – Nonconforming Uses; and to approve an Exemption pursuant to §15301, §15302, and §15332 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. The application involves APN 003-382-011, addressed as 5557 Calle Arena.
The full agenda and associated staff reports will be available by Thursday, August 1, 2024 on the City’s Website here: https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/ agendas-meetings/. Details and procedures on how to provide public comment are available on the posted agenda at https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/agendas-meetings/.
Note:In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Community Development by email at lorenae@carpinteriaca.gov or by phone at (805) 755-4410, or the California Relay Service at (866) 7352929. Notification two business days prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements for accessibility to this meeting.
/s/ Nick Bobroff, Director
Community Development Department
Date of notice posting: July 25, 2024
PUBLIC NOTICE SUMMARY OF ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 784 (AS PRESCRIBED BY GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 36933(C)(1)) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARPINTERIA AMENDING CARPINTERIA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 2.08 (CITY MANAGER); REPEALING AND REPLACING CHAPTER 3.32 (FORMER “PURCHASING SYSTEM” WITH NEW “SURPLUS PERSONAL PROPERTY”); AND ADDING NEW CHAPTERS 3.30 (“PURCHASING SYSTEM”) AND 3.31 (“PROJECT PUBLIC BIDDING”)
The proposed Ordinance was introduced and a first reading was approved at the regular City Council meeting held on July 8, 2024. The Ordinance was adopted following a second reading at a regular City Council meeting held on July 22, 2024, by the following vote:
AYES: Lee, Nomura, Solórzano, Alarcon, and Clark NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Summary of Ordinance: If adopted, this Ordinance would amend Section 2.08.150 within Chapter 2.08 (CITY MANAGER) of Title 2 of the Carpinteria Municipal Code to increase the City Manager’s contracting authority from thirty thousand dollars ($30,000) to fifty thousand dollars ($50,000). The Ordinance would also repeal and replace Chapter 3.32 (Purchasing System) of Title 3 of the Carpinteria Municipal Code with a new Chapter 3.32 entitled “Surplus Personal Property” with provisions aimed at streamlining the process of disposing of City personal property that is no longer needed for public use. Lastly, the Ordinance would add a new Chapter 3.30 (Purchasing System) and Chapter 3.31 (Public Project Bidding) in Title 3 of the Carpinteria Municipal Code to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the procurement process and facilitate the implementation of Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Standards, respectively.
A certified copy of the full text of Ordinance No. 784 is posted in the Office of the City Clerk, 5775 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria, CA and is available for review upon request. The full text can also be viewed on the City’s website under “Public Hearing & Legal Notices at https://carpinteriaca.gov/city-hall/public-hearings-legal-notices/.”
Ordinance No. 784 will become effective 30 days after adoption
/s/ Brian C. Barrett, CMC, CPMC, City
Clerk
Post: July 23, 2024
Publish: July 25, 2024
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Circa 1900, members of the Carpinteria Woman’s Club are photographed in front of the Leschers’ home on Casitas Pass Road.
In 1893, seeking loftier discussions than those of Lima beans and artesian water, the ladies of Carpinteria Valley created a woman’s club. The concept originated with Belle Oglesby Franklin, who went door to door calling on her friends and neighbors and inviting them to participate in her new endeavor. Nearly a dozen women signed on as charter members of an organization that was officially named “The Carpinteria Literary Club,” but was more commonly called “The Shakespeare Club.”
True to both the club’s names, the women devoted themselves to the works of Shakespeare and sought to provide the town with access to literature. Membership into the hard-working club increased, and by 1901, nearly 50 women participated. By then, the group was well on the way to giving the town its first library. With the purchase of a “Warner’s Library of Best Literature” and a small space in the new Town Hall on Linden Avenue, the club began inviting the public to its new reading room.
The growing library suffered a major setback when, on Dec. 16, 1911, the building that housed the small collection, as well as the club’s piano, burned down. The county’s new public library system had begun to pipe funding and support into Carpinteria, and the Woman’s Club was no longer solely responsible for the library’s fate. When the Town Hall was rebuilt in 1913, the club rented the second story rooms for its meetings and to house the Carpinteria Branch Library.
In 1924, the club purchased a $1,300 lot at 1059 Vallecito Road and proceeded to raise funds and plan for a clubhouse. The attractive adobe building was finally dedicated in 1934. A few years prior, the library’s collection of books had also found a permanent home at 5141 Carpinteria Ave.
This article by Lea Boyd was originally published in November 2009. To learn more about Carpinteria’s unique and interesting past, visit the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History at 956 Maple Ave.
JULY 25, 2024
Members of the California Condors track team traveled up to Carpinteria to compete in the all ages meet.
Each summer, Carpinteria track and field coach Van Latham hosts the “All Comers” track and field meet, inviting athletes of all ages to compete in fun events and test their skills against athletes from across Southern California.
The meet also serves as a fundraiser for the track and field program, and helps keep the athletics community connected over the summer break.
On Friday, July 19, families came out to Carpinteria Valley Memorial Stadium for the All Comers meet, competing in three different age groups – youth, high school, and open – in a variety of events, including sprints, high jump, pole vault, triple jump, shot put, discus and javelin.
Some familiar faces from Carpinteria athletics past and present competed –such as Joel De Lira, Peter Campuzano, Andriy Alvarado and Keilly Hernandez – along with high school athletes from northern Santa Barbara County and Ventura County.
The California Condors youth track and field program brought more than a dozen athletes, including eight youth competitors, a toddler racer and two adult athletes. The Oxnard-based team is part of a summertime training program for athletes from the Oxnard Stars Youth Track and Field program as well as other programs in Ventura County.
Condors coach Joshua Weaver said that the program encourages athletes of all ages to compete and “be challenged to reach their full potential.” He said that the program tries to find events like the “All Comers” meet to keep busy during the summer offseason.
The Condors brought eight youth athletes – Imani Mister, Amiah-Faith Weaver, Kaitlyn Moran, Samiya Mitchell,
BY RYAN P. CRUZ | PHOTOS BY ROSANA SWING
Azalea Kubic attempts to clear a height of 8’6’’ during the pole vault competition.
Sarai Joseph, Eli Moran, Jordan Sutton and Odysseys Esquivel – who each competed in four or more events, including the 50-meter dash, 100-meter dash, long jump and relay sprints. The team took first place in seven different events.
“The experience was very rewarding,
and the location was excellent,” Weaver said. “I have been to many all-comers meets, but none have been as rewarding as Carpinteria. The athletes were able to compete very quickly, and the weather was amazing.”
Carpinteria athletes took several first
BY RYAN P. CRUZ
After each week of the summer program, Carpinteria’s Junior Lifeguards instructors select two guards from each group that display great sportsmanship and attitude. Below are the best on the beach for the fifth week of summer guards.
In the Mini Group, the best of the week were Keira Foster and Mackenzie Warner. Foster is an exceptional swimmer and overall great athlete who inspires her fellow guards with her hard work and determination. Warner was described as
an “incredible kid” who impressed her instructors with her positivity and dedication. “She even goes so far as to practice with her family for the competitions daily,” said Assistant Aquatics Coordinator Lexi Persoon.
Lee Nesheim and Jack Hornblower were the standouts of the C-Group for week five. Nesheim competed in every event at the Santa Barbara Fiesta Competition, anchoring the relay race and helping his team in the paddle relay as well. Hornblower was the MVP of the Fiesta Competition, Persoon said, placing in the top three in the paddle and run relay.
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Husband-and-wife locals Matt and Sarah Organista both proved their athletic prowess with first-place finishes. Matt had the quickest time in the one-mile open race, and Sarah grabbed first in the high jump open (while their children, Chip and Poppy, had a fun day competing in races of their own).
All in all, it was a successful day with more than 30 events, thanks to the hard work of Carpinteria coach Latham, Weldon Nomura and the dedicated volunteers that helped set up the meet and tally scores.
For the B-Group, Mark Donahue and Kai Nordholm were the stars in the sand. Donahue had a great showing at the Fiesta Competition, taking first place in the paddle relay while also dominating the long run and run-swim-run competitions.
Nordholm has shown “sheer determination and grit” in his time in the program, Persoon said. At the Fiesta Competition, he dominated in flags, and every week he continues to work with a great attitude.
And for the A-Group, the best of the week were DJ Barbosa and Lucia Smith. Barbosa has been outstanding since week
one, and has a unique ability to bring a smile to everybody’s face with his sense of humor – “yet at the same time,” Persoon said, “when it is time to compete, he is ready to take everyone on.” Smith is hyper competitive and has shown tremendous effort in junior guards. At the Fiesta Competition, she placed in every event she competed in and has consistently pushed herself beyond her limits. “All anybody can ask for in life is to put in your best effort and both Lucia and DJ have done that and more,” Persoon said. “We are happy to have these two in the program!”
With summer weather now upon us, and the attraction of spending time outside, privacy is something valued by many.
This can be achieved in the garden by using either plants or other structural elements as borders. Typically, fencing or plants growing as hedges are used as borders, but there are other options available.
The concept can also be applied within your garden to create additional privacy,
add smaller areas of interest, or differentiate sections of your garden.
Let’s discuss some ideas that you could apply.
Why not create a courtyard off the bedroom or bathroom, using slatted wood and plants, which would provide a beautiful view as well as privacy?
A barbeque may not look so appealing in the middle of your garden, and normally you have tables and chairs nearby. Why not make it a feature space, with plants as a divider? The wispy effect of tall grasses, bamboo, or even palm trees could make a stunning outside “room” that your guests have an ahh moment as they enter.
Alternatively, you could use art to create barriers and privacy. There are an abundance of metal or wood art panels that are six feet tall, and they could be used either individually or in groups to create privacy or barriers plus interest in your garden. You could section off – for example – a pool area at the back of the property, or even separate a vegetable garden from the sitting area.
Fences around properties are really blank canvases and can be used as vertical
garden walls. Why not grow fruits or vegetables along them, such as passionfruit, grapes or even tomato vines, or add an art feature?
If you do want a hedge, there are many other plants you could use, including flowering plants such as roses, bougainvilleas or passion fruit vines – just to name a few.
Open your mind to the possibilities. Spark interest and maximize your garden
to create a relaxing and inviting beautiful space.
Wade Nomura is an award-winning landscape designer and President of Nomura/ Yamasaki Landscapes Inc, where he brings to life unique gardens specifically designed for the individual client. Wade started in the industry 46 years ago after graduating from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in Ornamental Horticulture with honors.
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