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CONTENTS

AUGUST 2013

volume 13 number 4

A Monthly Look at Life in our Remarkable Communities

Feature S tories

12 WHAT IF...

50 City of Paso Robles Library

A Paso Robles Magazine EXCLUSIVE (as of press time)

Local group hopes to convert former California Youth Authority to Paso Robles Charter School & Youth Center

52 Business

• The SLO CountyWine Industry Awards • Plan to Attend Wellness Kitchen’s SOUL Kitchen and Top Chef Competition • Growth at HFG Necessitates Move to New Building • Business Spotlight - A Column by Millie Drum • Ancient Oil Meets Hi Tech at Kiler Ridge Olive Farm • What’s Happening on Main Street?

46 Hoofbeat

By Dorothy Rogers Hoofbeat Calendar and Trail Tales

Departments 10 Ol’ Oaken Bucket

60 Time & Place

Filled with Humor, Timely Tidbits, and Mesmorizing Memorabilia..stuff you didn’t realize you need to know.

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Back to School Helpful Do’s and Don’ts Preparing for Back-To-School Night Bearcat Boosters Gear up for 2013-2014 1993 PRHS Class Reunion Planned Booker Shines in Debut at Operation Purple Camp • Class Act Excels in Arizona

EDITORIAL DEADLINE:

7th of each month preceding publication

• Robert Burton is Paso’s New Police Chief • Pioneer Day Parade to Showcase the Restored Birmingham Grain Wagons • Quasquicentennial Update - The Paso’s School Issue/Calendars • Winemakers Vie for Honors at Paso Robles Rotary Club’s Annual Cookoff • must! Charities New Collaboration with Food Bank • Dale Zeulner Inducted into the Police & Fire Games Hall of Fame • Don Jacobs Honored as Rotarian of Year • SAVOR the Central Coast set for September 26-29 • Local Relay for Life Raises Over $100,000 for American Cancer Society • This N That - A Collection of ‘Stuff’ • Golden State Classic Car Club Drives Donations Labor Day Weekend

ADVERTISING DEADLINE:

10 th of each month preceding publication

HOW TO REACH US

Phone: (805) 239-1533 E-mail: bob@pasoroblesmagazine.com Mailing address: P.O. Box 3996, Paso Robles, CA 93447 In town drop off: Dutch Maytag, 1501 Riverside, Paso Robles Web: pasoroblesmagazine.com

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Founding Co-Publisher: Karen Chute 1949-2004 Publisher/Editor: Bob Chute Editorial Consultants: Chris Weygandt Alba and Steven Martin Advertising: Millie Drum, Pam Osborn, Jamie Self, Melissa Chavez, Steven Martin and Bob Chute

WE VALUE YOUR INPUT!

Paso Robles Magazine (PRM) © 2013, is owned and published by Bob Chute. No part of this periodical may be reproduced in any form or by any means without prior written consent from Paso Robles Magazine.

PRM is published monthly and distributed FREE to every residence and business, including rural addresses, in Paso Robles, Templeton, Shandon, Bradley and San Miguel (zip codes 93426, 93446, 93451, 93461 and 93465).

Postage paid at Paso Robles, CA 93446. PRM is also available for our visitors through local restaurants, Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce, North County Transportation Center, and other high traffic tourist-oriented locations.

Annual subscriptions to PRM, mailed to areas beyond the described distribution areas, are available for $18 per year (for orders outside U.S., add $10 postage). Mailing address: P.O. Box 3996, Paso Robles, CA 93447. Phone: (805) 239-1533, Fax (805) 239-1263, e-mail: prmagazine@charter.net. Find us on the web at www.pasoroblesmagazine.com For advertising inquiries and rates, story ideas and submissions, contact Bob Chute at any of the above numbers. In town drop point for photos, letters, press releases, etc. at Dutch Maytag Home Appliance Center, 1501 Riverside.

Graphics and advertising composition by Janice Pluma, Warpaint Graphics, editorial composition, Travis Ruppe, David Butz, art production.

37 Round Town

• Sue Aikens Twice in a Lifetime Journey to Ethiopia • Collaborative Effort ‘Across the Pond’ Results in Above the Waves • County Perspective ‘ - A Column by Bruce Curtis • San Miguel Reflections - A Column by Lynne Schmitz • Brushmarks 2013 Winners Announced • Cantinas Music Festival Features Major Christian Artists on August 24 • 7th Annual Templeton Dog Splash Days • Templeton Update

The Paderewski Piano With a Past Arrives at Paso Robles Inn

By Melissa Chavez

On the cover: What if? Local group hopes to convert former California Youth Authority to Paso Robles Charter School & Youth Center. Photo by Richard Baker.

24 Paso People

Where to find just about anything and everything to do in August

63 Last Word

14 Education

and Recreation

Cool stuff to do for the month ahead!

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I looked around and saw There was nothing there.

The Arms of Love I give to you a gift That comes from my heart.

It's a gift that keeps giving Whether together or apart.

Let me be your refuge.

I love you very much.

Rest in my arms of love.

Enjoy my tender touch.

For my arms of love I give To keep you safe from harm, As I hold on to you so tightly In my ever loving arms. ©Deborah J. Birdoes

I Promise You the Moon and Stars If I could climb to the heavenlies I’d pick three stars for you.

Each one for our past, present and future.

To show I love you as I do.

For today with you is a gift With all of its joy and sorrow.

Holding the memories of yesterday As well as the promise of tomorrow.

Just like the stars and moon above You illuminate my soul.

Capturing my heart again and again More than you’ll ever know.

So I sought my Father’s help.

I cried to Him in prayer.

He took me in His arms To show how much He cared.

I worked but gave my time to Him To find abundance beyond compare.

It was in our relationship That I saw the harvest there.

Seeds of growth were cultivated His grace and glory, may fare.

The planting of my harvest Blossomed from my prayer. ©Deborah J. Birdoes

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Caution! Chlorine Can Damage Gold And Pearls

Chlorine is a valuable disinfectant with many popular uses, but it can be very harmful to karat gold jewelry and delicate pearls of every kind.

Even in diluted amounts, chlorine can harm any kind of gold…yellow, pink, and especially white gold, because it can erode the nickel alloy in it and possibly cause weakened prongs and settings. Chlorine is also bad news for precious pearls, both cultured and freshwater, since it can easily damage a pearl’s delicate surface and reduce its luster and beautiful iridescence.

Most swimming pool water contains chlorine, so be sure to remove your gold and pearl jewelry before taking a dip.

Chlorine is also present in many household products such as bleach, detergents, soaps, and cleaners.

So when using any of these products, always take your jewelry off or wear rubber gloves.

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on the plans for the PRHS Class of 1993 Reunion the weekend of Just a August 16-18.

There’s several more amazing Thought stories on a variety of topics sure to

By Bob Chute

Well now, we’ve been working on the proposed Charter School story you’ll read about on page 12 for several weeks now and have been hoping we could get it to you as an EXCLUSIVE. The committee was kind enough to offer that to us and I have no way of knowing on the 20th of July (when I’m writing this) if we were actually able to pull it off. I can only hope...

Exclusive or not, you’re going to enjoy reading Melissa Chavez’s excellent story on page 12, along with photos by Richard Baker among others, describing the hopes of the committee seeking to convert the approximately 157 acre former El Paso de Robles Correctional Youth Facility to the tentatively-named Paso Robles Charter School & Youth Center on Airport Road. An amazing endeavor to say the least.

Check it out.

Back to School It’s back to school for area youth this month and we have several stories by Judy Bedell, starting on page14, to assist students and their parents in preparations to return to the classroom...plus you can read about Bearcat Boosters and details

be enjoyed. Please check ‘em out and thanks for supporting our local advertisers that make our FREE mailing possible! Don’t forget you can see the entire Paso Robles Magazine on line after the 3rd of each month at pasoroblesmagazine.com. Check out past issues, only back as far as April of this year so far, at... pasoroblesmagazine.com/pdf/ 2013.04_PasoRoblesMagazine.pdf The 2013.04 connotes April. If you want May, replace the 04 with 05, etc. We plan to completely update our website in the months ahead.

Stay tuned.

Congrats on great fair Once again, I tip my cap to CEO Vivian Robertson and her crew at the California Mid State Fair.

Awesome job, gang. We were there almost every day and loved it. Our grandkids really appreciated the rides in the kiddy area - seemed like there were new ones this year - and the workers were extremely polite helping them...much appreciated

by Gramps and GmaRho! Congrats to Vina Robles as well Vina Robles opened their new Amphitheatre during July and the facility is absolutely first class. The sound system is fantastic, I don’t think

Top: PR Chamber Grand Opening ribbon cutting honoring Vina Robles Amphitheatre. Left: YES guitarist Steve Howe (photo by Mike Kosin), and right, Jim Reed leads the Amphitheatre tour.

there’s a bad seat in the place, and the overall ambiance is wonderful...excuse the superlatives but if you’ve been there you know what I mean. If not, check it out. They have an awesome lineup of acts set up by AEG Goldenvoice and I’m sure it will get only better once the word gets out that such a facility, seating 3500, is now available on the Central Coast! We were guests for the opening night performance of YES and plan on attending at least five more shows.

We also enjoyed a tour of the facility before opening night by Project Manager Tim Reed along with their official ribbon cutting. The venue is adjacent to Vina Robles Hospitality Center at 3700 Mill Road, just eight minutes east from the heart of Paso Robles...

“It’s been a long pursuit, but Vina Robles has incredible ownership,” said Reed. He credits founder/owner Hans Nef and Hans Michel, Vina Robles’ managing partner, for their desire to produce high-quality wines and with a long-range view for the area. “After speaking with a mutual marketing friend and seeing the property, I realized it was a natural setting for an amphitheatre. Vina Robles had a great vision for the Paso Robles region and grasped the idea.”

Coming soon...Warbirds Over Paso Returns!

Estrella Warbirds and Planes of Fame brought back one of the finest airs shows in Paso Robles during September of 2012, after an absence of over ten years, presenting truly unique aircraft for an air show that entertained the whole family. You can expect another full day of celebration at the Paso Robles Municipal Airport and the Estrella Warbirds Museum when the Estrella Warbirds and Planes of Fame again present Warbirds Over Paso Air Show on Saturday, Oct. 5.

Watch for a feature story by our resident pilot Bruce Curtis next month!

Personal Daughter Annie celebrates her birthday on Friday, Aug. 16.

Have a fantabulous day!

AR & Company Donates In-Kind Services to Loaves & Fishes, a Christian ministry that exists to feed the hungry of the greater Paso Robles area, has been awarded the 2013 AR & Co. PR & Marketing Charity Event Promotion Program (CEPP). Designed as a way of giving back to the community that has supported AR & Company for the last 11 years, the program assists one North County charity per year with the promotion of an

upcoming charitable event, at no cost to the charity.

The Paso Robles-based full-service marketing agency will assist Loaves & Fishes volunteers and staff from now until February 2014 to help promote the organization’s major fundraising event. The 6th Annual Loaves & Fishes Mardi Gras Dinner and Silent Auction will be held on February 25, 2014 at Trinity Lutheran Church

in Paso Robles. Attendees will be served by volunteer wait staff and can order off a Cajun – themed, one-of-a-kind menu.

“We are incredibly grateful to receive AR & Company’s marketing and public relations services this year,” explains Loaves & Fishes Executive Director Jackie Sebro.

“With their expertise and assistance, we hope to grow attendance and raise the much needed funds

that we are short for next year’s basic level of operations. The event is very special and close to my heart.

We will serve homemade, authentic Cajun food and I’ll be using my dad’s recipes passed down to me which are all especially delicious.”

Please see AR & CO page 10

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THEY ARE COMING! MARK THE DATE!

including Ernie Andreini in his super Stearman & P-51 Mustang!

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Ahhh...Youth!

Congrats to the staff of the California Mid State Fair...it was awesome! Rho and I attended on several occasions but on opening night we were in the carnival area with grandkids, 3 year old Riley and 5 year old Dustin (and mom, Annie), taking in the rides (see photos) when a couple of teen age girls walked past us from the Frontier Stage area where an Eagles tribute band was playing.

One of the girls stated matterof-factly, “They have those shows for the poor people that can’t afford the grandstand shows.”

Ahhh, youth. *** Riddles for the Kids What three words did Adam use when he introduced himself to Eve, which read the same backwards and forwards?

Madam, I’m Adam.

If a dog lost his tail, where should he go to get another one?

To a big store where they retail everything.

Look into my face and I’m everybody; Scratch my back and I’m nobody. Who am I? A mirror.

Why are people so tired on April 1?

They’ve all just finished a March of thirty-one days. *** Excessive Skepticism A guy and his dog go into a barroom. The bartender says, “Hey, get Wrap up your Groundbreaking Summer Adventure with the Paso Robles City Library’s August programs and activities.

August 1: Bicycle Safety, 1 p.m., Library Conference Room. Educators from the SLO Country Bicycle Coalition will talk about how to stay safe on a bicycle and highlight the best places you can explore by bike on the Central Coast.

August 1: Movie, 7 p.m., Library Conference Room. Academy Award

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that dog out of here... we don’t allow dogs in here.”

Wait a minute, the guy says, “This is no ordinary dog! This is ‘Plato’ the talking dog!”

“Yeah, sure” says the bartender.

I’ll prove it to you,” says the guy.

“Plato... what’s on top of a building?”

“ROOF!” says the dog.

“Look,” says the bartender, “just how dumb do you think I am?”

“Wait a minute,” says the guy.

“Plato, how does sandpaper feel?”

“RUFF!” says the dog.

“Do I have ‘stupid’ tattooed across my forehead or something,” says the bartender. “Now get that dog out of here!”

“Wait.. I’m not through,” says the guy. “Plato, who was the greatest baseball player of all time?”

“RUTH!” says the dog.

“That does it!!” says the bartender, and he throws them both out on the street.

Outside, the dog looks at his owner and says, “Do you think I should have gone with DiMaggio?”

*** Yet more SPAM “A SPAMBURGER, ‘the only hamburger actually made with ham,’” can be made by grilling, panfrying, or broiling a slice of SPAM, and then layering the slice with lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, and cheese on a hamburger bun.

“Hormel Foods’ cookbook, The Great Taste of SPAM, includes recipes for SPAM Stew with Buttermilk Topping, SPAM Fajitas, and SPAM Strudels with Mustard Sauce.”

- Offbeat Uses for Everyday Things

by Joey Green

Cleveland Browns fan zings team in his obituary You may have seen this one in the papers and on TV recently but I just had to share it. Lifelong season ticket holder Scott Emtsinger got in one final jab at the underachieving franchise. Scott died recently at the age of 55. The Columbus, Ohio native was listed in his obituary as a husband,a father, a 32-year General Motors employee and also an accomplished musician.

He was also listed as a lifelong Cleveland Browns fan who “also wrote a song each year and sent it to the Cleveland Browns as well as offering other advice on how to run the team.”

But his final bit of wisdom when it came to the franchise was this impressive zinger.

“He respectfully requests six Cleveland Browns pall bearers so the Browns can let him down one last time.”

Well played, Scott.

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support the noble work of Loaves & Fishes as they provide vital services for the needy in our community.”

Loaves & Fishes is located at 2650 Spring Street, Paso Robles, open to walk-ins weekdays (except holidays) from 2 to 4 p.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m.

To donate via PayPal or for more information about Loaves & Fishes, visit LoavesAndFishesPaso.org, or call 238-4742. For media inquiries, contact press agency AR & Co. PR & Marketing at 239-4443 or email pr@arandcompany.com.

The event is open to the public and proceeds will go to funding which will provide nutritionally balanced food for the needy.

“Choosing which organization to award with this year’s in-kind donation was a very tough decision,” says AR & Co. Founder Angela Robinson. “Each of the organizations that submitted proposals addresses essential needs in our community and works to make the North County the amazing place we call home. In the end, the staff and I are very excited to

Oops...

In our constantly running mode we made a mistake last month and incorrectly named the young lady on our cover. We feel awful.

It’s fun to see your photo on the cover but then to realize we have your name wrong....major bummer.

Correctly, the On the Cover caption on the Contents page should have identified her as Rachel Wilkins. She won Grand Champion Meat Rabbits from Lockwood 4-H at the 2012 Fair.

My apologies (and congratulations) to Rachel and her family.

Bob Chute - Owner/Publisher, Paso Robles Magazine

August Programs at the Library Winning film first to win best picture, actor, actress, director and writing, starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert.

August 8: Luce Puppets, The Wizard of Oz, 1 p.m., Library Conference Room (free tickets required); 3 p.m.

Study Center (tickets not required).

Luce Puppets performs on a colorful, portable puppet stage. Beautiful, hand-made puppets will bring to life Dorothy and her friends from the

Land of Oz. August 8: Science of Earthquakes, 7 p.m., Library Conference Room (registration required). Join physicist John Jasbinsek for an informative discussion on earthquakes.

August 15: Book Group, 7 p.m., Library Conference Room. Join in this month’s discussion of Cheryl Strayed’s Wild – the story of her journey on the Pacific Crest Trail as she tries to find healing following

her mother’s death.

August 29: Pajama Storytime, 6:30 p.m., Library Story Hour Room.

Bring your PJs and someone to snuggle with!

The Paso Robles City Library is located at 1000 Spring Street and is open Monday – Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on library programs and events, please call 237-3870 or visit www.prcity. com/library.

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Buyer 5. I am looking for a main house with a guest house or barn that I could use for a classroom to teach foreign exchange students. I prefer Templeton, Paso Robles, or Atascadero. I don't mind hills and would like some trees on the property! Price around $700,000.00 Call Cheri York at 805.610.7010

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Buyer 3. We are retiring and looking to downsize from our 40 acres in Creston to a more manageable size closer to town. We need a 2000+ sf home. Our ceiling is roughly $530,000.

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Could the California Youth Authority Site Become a Charter School?

By Melissa Chavez “What if...?”

Consider the number of cures and groundbreaking discoveries that began with “what if...?”

Several successful educators are asking that very question. They are seriously considering the former El Paso de Robles Correctional Youth Facility as the perfect location to establish the tentatively-named Paso Robles Charter School & Youth Center. The estimated 157-acre site is located inside the city limits at 4545 Airport Road, just north of Highway 46-East.

Vision for a love of learning Described as a collaborative learning environment, Paso Robles Charter School & Youth Center would offer a “hands-on, diverse, relevant, dynamic and interactive” curriculum. A primary goal is to ensure that “students remain engaged and intrinsically motivated to learn.” To help accomplish this, the school would offer a program with a variety of courses, including “discovery learning camps, technology, the arts, physical and character education, life skills, service learning, and languages designed to prepare students for educational and internship opportunities.” After-school programs would further enhance the daily curriculum.

Among the co-founders are three longtime area educators. Bob Bourgault is the current Director/Principal of Almond Acres Elementary Charter School in San Miguel and past principal/educator at Liberty High Continuation School in Paso Robles. Jim

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Fotinakes is a past principal of Templeton High School and co-founder of Almond Acres Elementary Charter School, and Lyle Porter, also a co-founder at Almond Acres, is widely known as the founder of Mission Prep High School in San Luis Obispo. Assisting them are many supportive community partners from all walks of life with career experience in education, coaching and business consultation.

Site use possibilities abound When one considers the prohibitive costs of new classroom construction, what already exists is very attractive. A total of 44 structures on the level parcel includes classrooms, offices, a main building with conference rooms, two gymnasiums, swimming and diving facilities, a theater, technology buildings, sports fields and courts, a 200seat dining hall, kitchen and bakery, barbecue and picnic areas, agricultural land, and six single-family homes.

The site possibilities are wide-ranging and would include a preschool, a charter K-8th grade and charter high school, after-school programs, language and arts, tutoring and mentoring, trade-based

training and apprenticeships, a variety of sports (including baseball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, swimming, diving, and track and field), onsite customer service and entrepreneurial opportunities, an Independent Study Support Network, and an Autistic Center to service a growing population of youths with very specific needs.

Relevant, interactive and hands-on learning Classes in all grades would include a concentration on English and Language Arts (including cross-cultural immersion), an emphasis on spelling, grammar and literary arts, mathematics (tailored to learning style), science classes (with seamless transferability to/from other campuses), plus history and social studies classes with an emphasis on global issues. Visual and performing arts curriculum would include multimedia, theater, photography and video classes. Physical education, nutrition classes and onsite lunches would encourage children to eat wholesome foods, not only for their physical well-being, but also to enhance their academic success.

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“Real-world” education would prepare students toward confident self-sufficiency as they grow and mature. Character education would be taught and put into practice through mutual cooperation among students and teachers to encourage a sense of belonging, and self-empowerment would be fostered toward healthy life choices.

Basic Life Skills would be a key concept for students to learn. Grade-appropriate classes in finance, business, career and home management would help students develop a working knowledge of how to steward and disperse their own resources.

To help ensure a successful education, a Learning-Style Assessment and Personalized Learning Plan would be created for every student following educational precounseling and pre-semester registration.

California State Standards and Common Core Standards would be used as a baseline for curriculum and administration of standardized tests by fully credentialed teachers. Another goal of the proposed school would be to establish “effective, efficient learning at school and respect for family time at home.”

Military origins More commonly known as the “boy’s school,” the property was originally used as a Marine Corps Units base, adjacent to Estrella Army Airfield. From 1947-2008, the converted property operated as one of eight California Youth Authority facilities to house and rehabilitate over 250 young adult criminals. Passage of SB 81 legislation, however, later mandated that offenders remain with their originating counties of commitment, thereby reducing the population of juvenile incarceration. Upon its closure, more than 400 current and retired staff, dedicated volunteers and area residents weathered summer’s triple digits in an official ceremony to bid goodbye as a color guard and honor guard removed our Flag suspended high above.

A reincarnation of the site into the Estrella Correctional Facility for adult inmates, a reactivated Cal Fire Conservation Camp and a reentry facility were short-lived under budget issues (estimated at over $111 million) and ongoing community scrutiny.

The State also rescinded implementation of the Central Coast Regional Secure Community Reentry Facility due to the expense for environmental site study, new construction and state budget allocations.

Given a 70-percent recidivism rate within the California State prison system, both projects seemed doomed from the start. The facilities have since sat like a barbed-wire ghost town, and many in North County have wondered what might become of the sprawling acreage.

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A brighter outlook for future generations Recently, a 2013 Surplus Land Bill, AB 826, included the Estrella Correctional Facility for disposal as surplus real estate, effective January 1, 2014. Surplus property is sold pursuant to Government Code Section 11011 and 11011.1. If there is no local government agency interest in the parcel, it will be determined whether the property will be sold as-is. A surplus purchase could afford an innovative opportunity, not only for Paso Robles Charter School to find a place to establish and thrive, but to provide redemption for old prison cells.

Unlike the public’s concern for a prison facility over the past five years, might the community of Paso Robles welcome a charter school with open-armed support and enroll their children, too? What has continually been a financial eyesore for the State could very well be a serendipitous match for Paso Robles and parents considering other alternatives.

Want to learn more about Paso Robles Charter School & Youth Center? Email Jim Fotinakes at jfotinakes@yahoo.com.

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EDUCATION & YOUTH DO start adjusting weekday bedtime schedules to earlier times and limiting late night television and video/computer game playing. Going to bed early and getting up on a school schedule starting two weeks before the actual start of school is the most effective way to get students back in routine and eliminates stress those first few weeks back.

DON’T go on a before school shopping spree for school supplies unless you actually know what the teachers will require.

Many of the big box stores have lists of needed supplies by grade level but these are created to sell school supplies and are often NOT the supplies your child will actually be asked to bring in. Of course the backpack and lunch pail are always standard equipment and fun to purchase and take on the first day. With prices rising and budgets shrinking, wait to see what your child’s school will provide before purchasing school supplies this year.

DO make your child a list of important contacts and phone numbers in case of emergencies. This list can be kept in a wallet, purse or cell phone for older students and in the backpack for the younger ones. Consider getting your child an ID bracelet with your cell phone number and contact information. This is a great idea for younger students who have yet to memorize their phone numbers.

Don’t forget to update the list and contact the school when your phone number changes. Many schools are using autodialer phone call systems to remind you about upcoming events and activities and to receive the message, they need a working phone number.

DON’T plan a big vacation or trip the weekend before school begins. Spend some time just relaxing and being together as a family. If your child will be attending a new school, take a stroll around the campus after you get off work or on the

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weekend and check out where the classrooms are, the location of restrooms and the cafeteria and office.

DO make sure you and your elementary age children have a password that will be shared in the event you have an emergency and have to send a friend or co-worker to pick them up. Children should be taught not to go with strangers unless they know the password.

This way no one can convince your child you have been in an accident and need to get in the car with him or her to be taken to see you. Don’t frighten your children, but have a plan in place to assure their safety.

DON’T forget to have the camera and/or phone charged for those first day photos.

DO set up a basket or box to use for papers you need to read and possibly sign and return to school. There is a lot of paperwork the first few weeks and with multiple children it can get misplaced and lost if there is not a designated spot for you to check.

DON’T forget to check the bus schedule. For Paso Robles Schools, it can be found at www.pasoschools.com under Support Services. Make sure both you

and your child have a designated place to meet after school or if they will be walking or riding a bike home, practice the route before school actually begins.

DO make sure your child has picked up a pencil and used it at least once before school actually begins. Writing shopping lists, letters to friends and relatives, or a journal of final summer activities are all great ways to get back in the writing routine.

DON’T forget to listen to your child’s concerns or worries about returning to school. What might seem like a silly problem to an adult can cause a child much stress and anxiety. Encourage your child to talk to you about what is bothering her and then make a plan to address the concerns.

DO discuss and put in writing a plan for when and where homework will be done. Some families find doing it right after school works best while others like to wait until dinner is over. Splitting the tasks in half and doing some work immediately after school and then the rest after dinner works well too. Pencil in activities such as Awanas, Girl Scouts, or football and teach your child time management skills by planning ahead each week to get homework done around the various activities.

DON’T forget to label backpacks, lunch pails, sweatshirts and other easily misplaced items. Every few months, schools send thousands of dollars worth of clothing to thrift shops when it is left on the playground and no name is found to return the jacket or sweatshirt to the rightful owner.

DO give lots of hugs and make time to hear all of the news during the first few days back at school. It is a time for new beginnings, new friendships and new knowledge.

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EDUCATION & YOUTH

By Judy Bedell Back to School Night is an important date to mark on your calendar. Even if you have children at three different schools, or you are sending your last child off to kindergarten, you should make an effort to go.

Many changes are in the works with new state standards and Back-to-School Night is also a wonderful opportunity for community members to see just how rigorous the curriculum now is.

At Back-to-School Night the teacher has the opportunity to present an overview of the year’s curriculum, share his/her classroom management and behavior plans, and let you know about any special events and dates that are forthcoming. Take along your dayplanner, smart phone or calendar and mark these dates down while you have the time.

For parents, this evening also gives you a chance to see where your child is seated and to meet other parents of children in the class. Given today’s privacy laws, teachers are not allowed

to give out a class list of phone numbers. So, introduce yourself to other parents and exchange phone numbers or e-mail in case your child needs an emergency ride to school or more often, clarification on that homework assignment your child suddenly forgot the directions for.

With some schools having class sizes of 32 - 35 students, Backto-School Night is not the place for a private conference about your child and any concerns you have. Do let the teacher know when the best time to reach you is

and that you value communication between school and home.

Many teachers are now utilizing e-mail to keep in contact with busy working parents. Take along an index or business card that you can leave with the teacher/s that has your name, child’s name, and contact information on it.

You can also list ways you are able to volunteer or help the teacher. For instance, if you work during school hours, maybe you can donate supplies for a special art project or milk and cookies for a reading rewards day.

Also ask what projects or supplies the teacher may need. In years past the school provided ample Kleenex, pencils and paper. That is not the case today.

See if other parents are interested in teaming up to supply a special art lesson or field trip for the classroom.

Lastly, start a folder with the information you receive at Back-to-School Night. Keep it in a special place to refer to and add to it as the year progresses.

There might be papers to sign and return so get those back to the school as soon as possible.

If you are attending Back-toSchool Night as a community member, introduce yourself to the teacher and let her know if you have an area of interest or expertise you could share with the class. Find out if there are any part-time jobs open at the school, such as yard duty supervision, which is a paid position that can be quite rewarding.

Good communication and positive support from home and the community will help all children be successful.

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Bearcat Boosters Gear Up for 2013-14

By Judy Bedell Are you an alumnus of Paso Robles High School? Do your children or grandchildren participate in athletics at Paso Robles High School? Are you a local business owner with a commitment to supporting Bearcat Athletics and a desire to have your business name in the forefront at athletic events?

The Paso Robles Bearcat Boosters want and need you.

The Bearcat Boosters is a 501c3 organization that supports

all athletic teams at Paso Robles High Schools. Some of the projects the “Boosters” have taken on these past few years include paying for coach’s stipends to keep athletic programs running during tough financial times; providing uniforms and equipment for athletes; building a new softball shed; installing wind screens for tennis and purchasing a state of the art

timing clock for water polo.

Bringing back the tradition of Bearcat Pride and community support for the Paso Robles High School athletes is the main goal of the Bearcat Boosters. As a business owner, one way you can help is to purchase a banner/billboard for the annual fee of only $350.

The banner/billboard will be

prominently displayed at War Memorial Stadium for fall and winter sports and then moved to the Baseball and Softball fields at Paso Robles High School for spring sports.

A membership drive for 2013-2014 will be kicking off in August with many levels of participation to be offered. For information on the Bearcat Boosters and how to become a sponsor or member please go to their website: bearcatboosters. com. Go Bearcats!

1993 PRHS Class Reunion planned Join your classmates downtown for the opening evening of the 20 year PRHS High School Reunion with Concerts In the Park on Friday, Aug. 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m., families welcome.

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EDUCATION & YOUTH

Booker shines in debut at Operation Purple Camp

Donna Pettit and her therapy dog, Booker, specifically a R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dog), are very busy putting smiles on faces in the area and recently for the children involved in the Operation Purple program at Camp Whittier near Lake Cachuma (Santa Barbara area).

More about Booker later....but first a little background on the National Military Family Association and Operation Purple Camp.

Military families often serve without asking for anything in return. But as needs arise, programs are required to address them. Based on what they have heard from the public, they have created several programs of their own to sustain military families.

The military spouse scholarship program recognizes the importance of military spouse education and the difficulties that come with achieving higher education due to moves and expenses. Each year, hundreds of military spouses receive a scholarship to help them on the path to a successful career.

In the 2004 Operation Purple® pilot season, the National Military

Booker entertains Operations Purple campers, left, and hams it up for the TV crew, right.

Family Association started with 12 camp locations serving close to 1,000 children. Since then the program has grown and expanded and by summer’s end nearly 45,000 military children and teens will have “On Thursday July 11, Booker been served. The Operation Purple and I drove to Camp Whittier to program also includes camps for work a two-hour shift at Operation teens, family retreats at the Purple Camp,” said Donnational parks, and camps na Pettit. “There were 109 geared to address the needs children of military deof children and families ployed parents enjoying of our nations wounded a week of free camping service members. experiences to help them Booker arrives deal with the unique is Who knew that therapy Donna Pettit with Booker sues that military families dogs could provide unique face. The motto of the and heartwarming experiences for camp is that kids serve too by being adults and children alike? supportive family members. One of

the camp requirements is that each child bring a picture of his/her deployed parent to share with other campers. These pictures are then mounted on a Wall of Honor for all to enjoy.

Operation Purple Camp was started in 2004 by the National Military Family Association and has served over 30,000 kids to date. This summer there are 14 camps throughout the United States.”

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Booker Locally Booker has become the therapy dog for the North County Cuesta Campus. “We ‘work’ every day during finals week helping students and staff de-stress from the pressure of exams and grades,” said

Pettit. “We’re now booked all the way through 2014.

They LOVE Booker, but it took many months of negotiating to make this happen.

I had to provide proof of the million dollar liability insurance through Pet Partners that covers Booker when he’s working.

As people get to know Booker and see how wonderful he is with the students, we’ve been given freedom to roam the campus. One of my main functions as Booker’s mom is to educate people on therapy animals and to be an ambassador for the wonderful service they provide.

Booker is such a gifted dog with kids and was able to dress as an elf to assist Mr. and Mrs. Claus at the Friends of the Library fundraiser in November (see photo).

“Booker has recently been registered as an Emotional Support Animal and he traveled with me in the cabin of United to Ithaca, New York on July 23. Our two-week visit included working in the assisted-living facility where my mother lives. Booker has experience with such facilities as we regularly visit The Villages in SLO.

The Class Act Ballet Company performed in Phoenix, Arizona during May. “We are extremely pleased with our company dancers and their efforts,” said Mendi Leon of Trinity Lutheran School.

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BOOKER from page 20

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PASO PEOPLE

Robert Burton is Paso’s new Police Chief

By Chuck Desmond As you read this article, it has been fifteen months since we’ve had an official sworn-in police chief. What a great relief to have Robert Burton now filling the position. He is a person who has earned the title; plus the respect of those whom he will lead and those he has sworn to protect and those who placed their confidence in him when he was appointed.

While most have undoubtedly heard his name, perhaps many may not know his background. Yours truly was able to spend a couple hours with the new chief on his very first morning in office.

First, let’s start off with why his name is so familiar and then we’ll peel back the onion and have that “Ahh Haa” moment of recognition.

The first part is easy. Except for the first year since he graduated from the police academy in 1995, Chief Burton has been with the Paso PD. Here’s how it came to be.

Robert was born in Glendale in 1965. Soon thereafter, his father a teacher, was hired at Cal Poly. And, that’s how the family moved to the Central Coast – SLO to be specific.

Robert grew up there, graduated from high school there and, perhaps with a bit of a connection, was accepted into Cal Poly for his college education. College proved to be as good as gold: A) He graduated with a BS in Graphic Communications / Printing and B) He met a co-ed named Stacia.

More about her in a minute.

Finding work after graduation wasn’t too difficult but it did cause him to move to Fresno. After a couple years of “working for the man,” he and a friend opened their own printing business – also in Fresno. In the meanwhile, he had been making the “weekend commute” back and forth to see Stacia. When she graduated and since their marriage seemed destined – they did that and now the young couple no longer had the commute.

But, it just didn’t feel right because Fresno just wasn’t the Central Coast which, to both of them, still meant SLO. By 1993, they wanted to move back but times had changed and the business climate had fallen off.

What to do now?

Classmates told Robert, “Hey, you’re a big guy, outgoing, personable and smart. Why not give police work a try? The jobs are stable, and departments are hiring.”

“Why not indeed?” he thought.

Robert enrolled at our local police academy at Allan Hancock College and he easily gravitated toward

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the work. Immediately following graduation, he was hired by the SLO Sheriff ’s department as a corrections officer. A year later, all things in his career changed.

By 1996, Robert had applied for and was accepted by the PD of El Paso de Robles. Reporting to Chief Dennis Cassidy‘s organization, there were about 30 sworn officers at that time with a population of about 16,000 residents. From “Beat Cop” to Traffic Officer on motorcycle, to Field Training Officer, Robert moved through the organization developing and honing more skills along the way.

He was promoted to Patrol Sergeant and then to Sergeant of the Detectives which included supervising the D.A.R.E. program, the property/ evidence area as well as departmentwide training. His Lieutenant’s position appointment came in 2005 and then to Captain in July, 2007.

In April, 2012, the PD made a personnel change and it left the title and position of Chief open. City Manager, Jim App, to whom the PD reports, asked if Robert was interested in being considered for chief. Robert thought hard about that. Being a Police Chief is a great honor and a great career position. He and his family concluded it just wasn’t the right time for him so instead, he accepted App’s offer to be the interim Chief until a new one was appointed.

For Paso, the process has been a very long and often-times taxing ordeal. However, what was quietly taking place was that Acting Chief Burton was rebuilding the organization.

Under his leadership, the department was stabilizing. Trust in every direction was growing, gaining momentum and strength. Twelve months after Robert’s initial decision to say ‘no,’ again he was asked to reconsider.

Conditions had become a lot better and now, perhaps it might be the

right time. Into the ring went Captain Burton’s hat. Some 40 applicants were whittled down to 5 and the grilling became more intense. The recruiting team was good at looking for exactly the right person. They knew what they wanted. The 5 became 2 and the City Council had one more shot at “The Last Two Standing.”

In the third week of June, Captain Burton was summoned by Manager App and notified he was going to be our new Police Chief!

Chief Burton, even though only on

board for seemingly a few hours, has been preparing the next steps for awhile now. He knew what needed to be done and he’d been working at it all along.

“My number one job continues to be three-pronged: strengthening the department; reach a much deeper relationship with Paso’s residents; and fight the drug problems. I am here to serve; I am here to make things better; I am here to unite; I am here to make Paso more safe than it has ever been.

We have two more officers in training and one in the interviewing process which will take us to 32 sworn men and women plus a staff of 14 to support them. Included in that number is Officer Jeff DePetro, our K-9 officer.”

The chief is loudly asking the community to help make this all work. “If you see a problem, call us. Let’s work together and make our town the best it can be. We’re here and we can fix things that are broken. There is even a new SET - Special Enforcement Team with Officers Tony Ruiz and Tod Rehner heading it up. We will do this if we work together! Call 237-6464.”

Chief Burton – from all of us, Congratulations and may God Bless you and your family!

Robert Burton Sworn in as Paso’s New Police Chief

City Hall Chambers were packed with about 150 people on the evening of July 2, 2013 prior to the regular City Council meeting. The occasion was the official swearing-in of Captain Robert Burton to become the newest City Manager Jim App with Chief Burton Chief of the Paso Police Department.

Chief Burton was surrounded by City Manager Jim App, Mayor Duane Picanco and the rest of the City Council plus law enforcement staff from both Paso and surrounding communities and agencies. His wife, Stacia, their two children, Quincey and Clark, his parents and others of the family plus members of the selection committee, city staffers, and residents were in the room as well.

Mayor Picanco made a short introduction which was followed by an invocation asking for guidance and protection of the soon-to-be-Chief. The Mayor then explained how it was that Burton had been chosen and how proud that city management was in him becoming the new Chief. He praised the selection committee for their diligent work and extolled some of Burton’s qualities that led to this moment.

The actual swearing in was led by Gail Wolff who had been the assistant to Burton and the previous Chief. Following the last of the “I do promises” a standing ovation amid cheers and miles-of-smiles raised the roof. Everyone could feel the sense of relief and a new beginning chapter about to unfold.

Mrs. Burton pinned her husband with the official pin and then it was the new Chief’s turn to have the microphone. The Chief eloquently commanded the room as he started with thanks to those who were part of the process in making the moment happen. From there, he explained his love of Paso and his heart-felt plan to broaden the cooperation of the community and other agencies with the PD. Mentoring new members, building bonds with citizen groups and expanding accessibility are key points in his goals. Keeping Paso safe for residents and visitors is the umbrella under which all else falls. A great event and a great opportunity for El Paso de Robles!

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By Chuck Desmond Paso Robles Pioneer Day, October 12, is 2 1⁄2 months away and things are already in the works for the 83rd consecutive parade and a day full of events that grows more legendary each year.

The focus is on the Bermingham Grain Wagons. You’ve seen these green beauties in the parade for years but this time will be different. Why is that? Because all three of them are being professionally restored by one of the USA’s finest wagon restorers, Loren Marcus, in Marysville, California.

A bit of background before we go any further. Ed Charles Bermingham came from the Ventura-Oxnard area and in the 1880s era, he bought 900 acres of land, seven miles outside of Shandon on old Highway 41. The plan was to grow barley and wheat but he needed wagons to haul the grain to the train station. Memories are a bit tricky after three generations but it seems that the wagons were bought someplace “down south” and then with mules, driven up to the ranch. When they were used, sacks of grain were loaded into the wagons and then teams of 16-20 mules or horses (probably mules) pulled the wagons up the hills by Whitley Gardens and across the Estrella River. Serious pulling-power was needed for those trips! Ed Charles’ son, Ed George, took over the ranch after that and his son, Ed Grant, who has been known as Butch since he was born in 1945, was next in line. But, the ranch didn’t last that long.

It was sold in 1957 and that was the end of the wagons’ use for hauling grain.

Now, let’s shift to the wagons themselves.

Do you remember (or at least remember hearing about) the Studebaker Company?

Known for automobiles, right? Yes, but before that, they made wagons and buggies – thousands of them! Back in South Bend, Indiana, pretty close to the geographical

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center of an expanding USA, this company made buggies and wagons for everyone in every place. Every family, business, traveler, doctor, stump preacher, traveling medicine show, farmer and rancher needed a buggy and probably a wagon too. Just like delivering autos and trucks to dealerships today, buggies and wagons had to be shipped to their destination for purchase. As rail lines expanded, shipping to the end of the train line became the most practical method. There, or someplace along the route, wagons would be loaded with freight and hopefully, when the freight was delivered, a buyer for the wagons was waiting to take them. Ya couldn’t drive them back empty and remember, all goods were heading to a growth-filling West; things didn’t go East. Most likely, that’s how these three wagons ended up in Los Angeles and were pulled all the way up here.

Try to imagine how long this took to arrange. Starting with a hand-written purchase intent sent by mail, a trip to go get the wagons, most likely had to buy mules or horses there and then, a trip all the way back to Shandon! Maybe the conversation at the dinner table went something like: “Honey, I’m going to buy some new wagons. I’ll be leaving in the morning and I should be back in about a month!”

After the property sold, what happened to the wagons? That’s the $64,000 question but the answer is easy. The Paso area is perhaps as generous and responsible as any place on the planet. All three wagons were donated to the Pioneer Day Committee in the late ‘50s. For about 50 years, these wonderful beasts have been kept inside and protected. On Parade Day, out they come for all to see!

And now, the saga continues.

Pioneer Day Committee’s main fundraiser event for the past couple years has been the Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest held in the Spring. PDC was able to raise enough funds for the Board to pass a vote to professionally restore the beauties. The first one was taken to Marysville last October. Wade Taylor, “Paso’s Unofficial With A Heart As

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Big As Texas Wagon Master,” picked up the first one and delivered the second one in April. Wade has been the driving force behind Paso Wagon Restoration for years! As Roblan Of The Year a bit back, Wade is a 6th generation Roblan and his passion for saving Paso buggies and wagons has earned him multiple gold bricks on his path to Heaven.

The Studebaker stamp was found under coats of old paint and the original paint colors were discovered as well. Fancy pin striping on the wheels and the bright blue of the freight boxes were also found and have been restored. Their green color is now blue! These wagons were used a lot but surprisingly, there was little damage as might be expected for a 130-year old wagon.

Taken virtually completely apart for inspection and restoration, the iron was cleaned, brakes repaired, wheels tightened and all parts were re-painted.

This year, the wagons will be pulled by draft horses and in the Quasquicentennial-Year parade (2014 where everyone is going full-out), they will be pulled by a team of 20 mules! We’ll remind you in plenty of time to make plans!

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By Chuck Desmond Last month, in YOUR Paso Robles Magazine, we looked at the upcoming Quasquicentennial 2014 wall calendar. In June, the Recipe book was spotlighted. For this issue, let’s take a peek at what Superintendent Kathleen McNamara has urged the Paso Robles School district to play in their part of Paso’s 125th celebration year – 2014.

Before we start, let’s have another short review. In March, we will celebrate 125 years of El Paso de Robles as an incorporated city.

The Celebration Committee is headed by Julie Dahlen and the co-chairs are Dee Lacey and Frank Mecham. These names of course are familiar to you, and with their leadership, 2014 is becoming a year to remember.

“REMEMBER” is an excellent word because that’s what it’s all about – remembering our history, preserving our history and passing it on to the generations who will come after us. Residents and businesses have banded together to do all they can to make a 12-month celebration party. About 50 dedicated individuals are spreading the word, working on events, designing memorabilia, planning the official March party, raising funds, digging into archives and publicizing everything that comes along.

The logo you’ve seen for a few months in this column is now accompanied by a copy of the 11x17 calendar’s first month’s page. Soon, the calendar with its historic photos will go to print with all the events that we know about being highlighted. With a skoosh of luck, you’ll be able to buy yours in September or October – just in time to hang it when 2014 actually begins. Next month, the front cover of the Recipe Book should join this column’s artwork. About 300 recipes have been received so far. We’ve

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screaming for open minds to think about. Music from early days and even Paderewski will join with the choruses of the children’s voices.

The Bearcats have a ton they will participate in. Sports from day one these locations! Field of Paso’s history, the band‘s perfortrips with histori- mances, a self-created drama, Paso’s cal emphasis are be- economics lessons, music from the coming the norm. K choir, a significant float in the paand 1st grade will be rade, attending city council meetlooking at old time ings and presentations from the meal preparation and Mayor and the Council as well as studying family life, the Police and Fire Chiefs. transportation and It’s reported that the Culinary what schoolhouses and classes were Academy will have a food focus like in those days. that spans the generations!

Speaking, Essay Writing and There will be school events for Reading Skills come for the next the parents and the community to grades. Books about the life and see throughout the year. As each times of the area followed by ver- one becomes scheduled, right here balizing those understandings will in this magazine column, we’ll tell been able to hold the recipe-sub- be folded into the regular require- ya about them! mission-deadline longer because ments. How has the community Speaking of scheduling, here is the printer has assured us he’ll have changed? Paso’s agricultural his- a partial list of future column spotthem in time for Christmas pres- tory from grains through livestock lights: The New Year’s Eve Party at ents. So, if you still want to submit, and vines and the impact of the the Inn, both fireworks celebrations, do it now! Same for events to go on train coming to Paso will occupy birthday party in March, Women’s a great deal of these grade’s educa- Day, Toby to Barney 12.5 mile run, the calendar!

Okay, on to the schools. Remem- tion. Parallel to that is government. merchandise items and outlets, the ber, we want to pass our history to How did and does Paso govern it- New City Flag and flags for us, our children. That makes this as- self? Why does the city have pride Pioneer Day Parade and weekend, pect of 2014 the most exciting part in itself? Why did families choose and the list goes on. Whew, I’m goof the whole year. Of course it has to to move here? Who are the famous ing to be doing a lot of writing! go through the schools and at this people who lived here and what did Need info? Want to get involved? early stage, our educators are jump- they do? All these afford an entry Here are the contacts: ing in with all cylinders pumping. into tourism plus the sights and Chairperson: Julie Dahlen Teaching our history will assuredly sounds of our past to our present. 237-3993 Jdahlen@prcity.com strengthen Paso’s future! From K Bundle the thoughts of this parathrough 12 and in each location, graph into “needed life skills” and Co Chair: Frank Mecham you get essay writing. What a won- Fmecham@co.slo.ca.us the principals are committed.

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Winemakers vie for chef’s honors at annual cookoff The 15th Annual Winemakers’ Cookoff will be held Saturday, Aug. 10 from 6-9 p.m. at the Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Ave. The Paso Robles Rotary will again bring more than 30 Paso Robles winemakers together to compete to see who is the best chef. Organizers expect the tickets to sell out quickly.

Attendance is limited to just 1,200.

Tickets are $75 and are on sale at pasorobleswinemakers cookoff.eventbrite.com.

All proceeds from the event benefit local high school scholarships. Thanks to the event, The Paso Robles Rotary

contributed $30,000 to Paso Robles High School scholarships last year.

Since 1999, the Rotary Club has created a perpetual fund of more than $400,000 called the Harlow Ford Scholarship Fund. IQMS is returning as the title sponsor of the event.

“The IQMS sponsorship of the Rotary event underscores our company’s commitment toward the education and support of our local youth,” said Randy Flamm, President and C.E.O. of IQMS. “As we continue to prosper here, our involvement in helping to further the goal of an event like the Cookoff is one way of giving back.”

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Real Food for Real Children is not programs, farming and gardening, an expense, but an investment in our art, nutrition, medical and dental, and children and our future.” more).”

Please see FOOD BANK page 32 Meals will have increased nutritional density, and could include a lunch plus a breakfast, a dinner or Hunger Walk a snack. After the initial two-year The 2013 SLO County program period, the program will be Food Bank Hunger Walk completely self-sustainable, capable will take place on Satof expanding even further beyond the urday, September 21 at 2 p.m. at four 2,500 children reached after the sec- regional sites conveniently located ond year. Ultimately, all 6,124 identi- across the county. Register as an indified local children (source: California vidual, a team or as a business. If your Dept. of Education) in need will have company would like to be involved you access to healthy food when they can either register as a team or ask are not in school (summer months, about sponsorship opportunities. For holidays and after-school hours). This more information contact hungerwalk project is mobile, and will be reaching @slofoodbank.org. out to the most remote places in the Check-in begins at 1 p.m. and the walk begins promptly at 2 p.m. All walk county. locations are approximately 1 mile long.

“We are grateful and pleased to Questions? Visit the Hunger Walk FAQ partner with must! charities to serve page. If you have any difficulty registermore children in North County and ing or have questions call 238-4664. provide more services to them,” stated

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Created to be 100 percent sustainable within two years, the project will grow from feeding 500 children in need to more than 1,500 by summertime next year and up to 2,500 kids the following year.

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Dale Zeulner inducted into the Police & Fire Games Hall of Fame

By Millie Drum It’s been a year of milestones for Dale Zeulner. Congressman Kevin McCarthy congratulated Dale for two of the most important chapters of his life by personally presenting medals for his service in World War II during the Honor Flight trip to Washington D.C. in April and acknowledging Dale’s recent induction into the Police and Fire Games Hall of Fame in San Diego.

I was delighted to write the Honor Flight story for the June issue of this magazine. Then I told Dale there was a “Part Two” after his return from being inducted into the Hall of Fame.

He replied, “You would do that for me?” It’s my pleasure, indeed.

Being inducted into the Hall of Fame is an honor given to a select few; recognizing individuals who exemplify the spirit of the Games with

good sportsmanship, camaraderie and overall excellence in their profession. Those qualities bridge Dale’s entire life. After serving in the Navy in World War II, Dale chose a career in law enforcement in 1951 with the Huntington Beach Police Department. With a pledge to “protect and serve,” Dale retired with almost 30 years as a Lieutenant. One of his proudest accomplishments was his role in the capture of one of the FBI’s 10 most wanted criminals; thereby receiving a reward and a personal letter from J. Edgar Hoover.

From lettering in high school, participating in the International Police Olympics in 1973 and then the World Police and Fire Games for 40 years, sports opened up a world of opportunity for Dale. He has won over 90 medals, including 33 gold medals in horseshoes, softball and bowling AND he pitched

two perfect games in slow pitch softball in tournament play. He adds, I had a pretty good team and 4 of those guys came to the Hall of Fame ceremony and that helped me a whole bunch!”

The Police and Fire Games took Dale and his late wife Betty all over the world. Opening ceremonies in Melbourne, Australia were held in the same stadium built for the Summer Olympics. Dale adds, “A fire truck and two firemen climbed a tall ladder to light the flame of the torch to open the Games and I watched 56 countries with their flags flying as they marched around that track with 50,000 people in the stadium. Some of the same Olympics sports are played in the Police and Fire Games with a few additions such as a muster, climbing ladders and rescuing people from tall buildings for the firemen and

target shooting for the policemen.”

Dale and his buddies competed on the same level of excellence and ability as Olympic athletes culminating with the thrill of winning the Gold, Silver and Bronze.

If you pitch a few horseshoes yourself or pass by the pits at the downtown City Park, take a moment to thank Dale for his life of achievement in service to our country and representing his noble profession as a member of the Hall of Fame for the Police and Fire Games.

Don Jacobs honored as Rotarian of the Year The Paso Robles Rotary Club recently announced Don Jacobs as its Rotarian of the Year. Jacobs is a Paso Robles resident and has been deeply involved in Rotary for 35 years. In Orange County, he served as President of Rotary International. He moved to Paso Robles in 1999 and has served as Secretary, Door Keeper, Cashier FOOD BANK from page 30

“We are ‘Venture Philanthropists’ who are coming together, pooling our funds, to invest heavily in a ‘futures’ market,” continued Gray. “However, instead of looking for a cash return, we are looking for a positive social

and International Chairman.

When asked why Don has invested so much time with Rotary, he says, “I can only do so much.

If I am with others, I can give a lot more.”

Regarding Rotary, Jacobs also says that he return in our communities, and we welcome volunteers who want to get involved with this new program.”

Founded by must! charities and the Food Bank, with close collaboration with the USDA, the California Department of Education, SLO County

is most interested in the International aspects of Rotary, including helping communities overseas and working to eradicate polio... but it’s also the local aspect of Rotary and the annual high school scholarships of $39,000 this year that makes him

feel like he’s making a difference here at home. Don and his wife Vera have been very loyal to Rotary for many years. The Paso Robles Rotary Club is honored for their service.

The Paso Robles Rotary Club meets each Thursday at noon at the historic Paso Robles Inn Ballroom.

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SAVOR the Central Coast set for September 26 thru 29

Celebrate the allure of California’s Central Coast at the fourth annual Sunset SAVOR the Central Coast. This four-day event will play host to a two-day Main Event held at historic Santa Margarita Ranch on September 28 & 29, 2013 in San Luis Obispo County.

Sip more than 200 wines, indulge in culinary bites from over 30 local chefs, meet winemakers, brew masters and artisans, tour the Central Coast Pavilion and learn from Sunset Magazine’s expert editors. Special culinary and adventure events countywide. The Main Event highlights the beauty and bounty of this unspoiled region. It showcases the talents of winemakers, brew masters, fisherman, chefs, artisanal food producers and many more people who call the Central Coast home.

Delve into the culinary world with celebrity chefs as they guide guests through SAVORexclusive chef demonstrations.

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and owner of the popular Los Angeles restaurants ink. and ink.sack. Many more acclaimed chefs will take to the stage to showcase their talents throughout the weekend including author and Chef Nathan Lyon.

Meet the Central Coast chefs, farmers, artisan purveyors and more who are committed to working with the freshest, most flavorful ingredients. The demonstration stage will be stacked with Farm to Table demonstrations throughout the day featuring topics such as olive oil, sheep’s milk ice cream, garden cocktails and more. Also, be sure to check out the annual School Garden which will be donated to a school within San Luis Obispo County.

Demonstrations will take place both Saturday and Sunday throughout the entire day. Prepare your palate for a grand tour of the Central Coast’s acclaimed wineries – from Santa Cruz to Ventura – all in one stop. Arranged by sub-region, more than 100 wineries will pour their very best as you stroll the Marketplace. Top chefs from the Central Coast and beyond will be dishing up small bites throughout the day.

Take a piece of the Central Coast home with you from a selection of pop-up shops where you can sample and purchase gourmet delights such as local olive oils, cookies and almonds.

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a closer look at sustainable abalone farming, take you behind the walls of Hearst Castle along with intimate vineyard visits and wine tastings. You will have exclusive access to events including Sunset at Hearst Castle where you will sample award-winning wines from Sunset’s International Wine Competition to having dinner at water’s edge at Sunset on the Sand in Pismo Beach.

Cap it all off with a culinary experience under the stars in Paso Robles wine country and a run through the streets of downtown San Luis Obispo. From strolling the grounds of the Main Event to exciting Adventure Tours, this weekend is sure to inspire you to explore the bounty of San Luis Obispo County and the Central Coast.

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Local Relay for Life Raises $100,000 + for The American Cancer Society

By Millie Drum The Relay For Life spirit brought 65 teams and over 700 walkers to the River Oaks Event Center in June. We are just a small part of the enormous worldwide effort to fight cancer with over four million participants in 65 countries. Thanks to the millions of dollars raised each year, there is more hope that ever for a cure. The top individual fundraiser for 2013 is David Lee with $8,317.

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PEARLS Ministries and Paso Robles Community Church are partnering for a Summer Fun community event on Aug. 10 from 3-7 p.m. in the Paso Robles Community Church parking lot, 2706 Spring Street, Paso Robles. There will be a BBQ Cookoff dinner including meat, beans, potato salad, and cookies. Buy tickets to taste and then vote for your favorites.

team honors with $19,493.

Along with funding research, advocacy and the most commonly known programs, the American Cancer Society also operates Hope Lodge; facilities that provide a comfortable place for patients and caregivers... free of charge... as they receive treatment and focus on getting well.

For more information on Hope Lodge and other ACS programs,

visit cancer.org and relayforlife. org/pasoroblesca.

Calling All Dads! It’s your turn to WOW us with your culinary talents! Join Idler’s 4th Annual Father’s Day Chili Cook-off Beer Fest 2013.

Support Team Idler’s on Saturday, August 17 from noon to 2 p.m. at both Idler’s locations in Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo. A $5 donation to the American Cancer Society

Flea Market and Craft Items will be for sale by people in the community.

Children’s area is free and will include a bounce house, cotton candy, popcorn, snow cones, face painting and more! For more information contact PEARLS Ministries at 227-4850 or pearlsministries@att.net. Proceeds will further outreaches for families in need and ex-inmates.

The North County Home, Garden and Gourmet Expo The Fall 2013 North County Home, Garden and Gourmet Expo will be happening at the Paso Event Center on Saturday, September 7, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, September 8, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The North

County Home, Garden and Gourmet Expo presents over 100 exhibitors including general contractors, flooring, landscapers, kitchen and bath cabinets closet organizers, landscape designers, painters, countertops, tile, granite, appliances, solar energy, fireplaces, local restaurants, wineries and much more! FREE to all attendees including a Kid’s Area with the Paso Robles Children’s Museum. Cooking demonstrations and the Wine and Gourmet Food Garden with local wineries and restaurants.

For information, call 772-4600.

Adult Wellness Adult Wellness & Prevention Screening serves the County of San

enters you in the raffle for a KitchenAid Coffee Maker with commuter cup worth $100. Beer Sampling courtesy of Firestone Walker Brewery and Tap It Brewing Co. Dad’s must register by August 14 to compete. Only 15 contestants per store will be registered. The grand prize is a Beefeater Discovery 4 Burner Grill valued at $1,000.

Relay For Life team Kids Care for Cancer will be selling soda, chips, and candy to wind up their regional fundraising effort for the Atascadero Relay that comes to an end on August 31. For information call 543-6600 in SLO and 238-6020 in Paso.

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The schedule for August is as follows: • Tuesday, Aug. 6, 9 a.m. - 12 noon - Atascadero Senior Center, 5905 E. Mall. Full Lipid Panel available at this site for $20 fee. Call 544-2484 ext 1 for an appointment Please see T N’ T page 36

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Golden State Classic Car Club Drives Local Donations

in Paso. They also host a cruise to King Oil Tools, Golden State Classics Car Club Tots/Toy Bank, The Women’s Shelter, 2235 Spring Inc. is a non-profit organization Christmas and Thanksgiving baskets, Street, once formed many years ago by local Meals on Wheels, local Veterans char- a month classic car owners who liked to get ities and many other worthwhile local where they together and show off their rides. causes. The club has sponsored schol- sponsor a This year the Golden State Classics, arships for students continuing their 50/50 drawInc. Car Show will be held Labor Day studies in automobile related careers. ing with half of the proceeds going to Weekend, August 30 and 31 in Paso A club or an organization is need- local charities or projects. Club meetRobles. The cruise on Spring Street ed to help on cruise night. These ings are held at 7 p.m. on the first Tueswill start on Friday at 6 p.m. until individuals would be responsible for day every month at the Paso Robles 8 p.m. The show in the park on Satur- many members volunteer their time all standing at each intersection to man Elks, 1420 Park Street in Paso Robles. year long in order to make the show a the barricades. Please contact Arthur The Golden State Classics President day will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This will be the first year the club success.

Anderton at 286-7156 if your club or this year is Russell Johnson, the car show has put on the cruise and show by it- The profits from car shows have en- organization would be willing to assist Chairman is Gene Otten and the Cruise self. The City has been supportive of abled Golden State Classics Car Club with the Car Show cruise.

Chairman is Arthur Anderton. For the club’s efforts and is working to to donate several thousand dollars to The Club always meets weekly on further information please visit www. ensure a successful two day event. It many local organizations including Saturday mornings early at the Cider goldenstateclassics.org or telephone is a huge undertaking for the club but Loaves and Fishes, Hospice, Toys for Creek Bakery, 205 Oak Hill Road President Russ Johnson at 286-6408.

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• Thursday, August 15, 9 a.m. - 12 noon - California Manor, 10165 El Camino Real, Atascadero • Wednesday, August 28, 9 a.m - 12 noon – Paso Robles Senior Center, 270 Scott St., Paso Robles For more information contact Community Action Partnership Adult Wellness and Prevention Screening, 1030 Southwood Drive, San Luis

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ROUND TOWN Sue Aiken’s Twice in a Lifetime Journey to Ethiopia

By Millie Drum The Peace Corps was established in 1961 by President John. F. Kennedy. It came at a time in our country’s history that beckoned college graduates to immerse themselves in a new life of service within a new culture...somewhere in the world.

Paso Robles resident Sue Aiken joined the ranks of young Peace Corp volunteers upon her graduation in 1962. “By that summer the Peace Corps was in full ‘start up mode’ with many locations to choose from,” said Sue. “Congress thought that the Peace Corp was ‘the world’s worst idea’ so every effort was made to take care of the program.”

From the Peace Corp’s current perspective,

consider how the world has changed in 50 years.

We have greater access to education, but perhaps the most striking change is the way the world is inner-connected through trade, travel and technology in ways that were unimaginable 50 years ago. For Sue, returning to Ethiopia, accompanied by her daughter Kelly, commemorated her Peace Corp serSue and Kelly Aiken on horseback vice as a teacher, and the people of Ethiopia. became an unforgettable international experience and a tribute to her grandparent’s legacy as missionaries in Kenya for 30 years.

“I wanted to go to Africa and Ethiopia was the only country with a call for teachers,” Sue adds. With her English major and an adventurous spirit, Sue was assigned to teach at a boy’s boarding school.

The students were not well spoken in English after being taught by people with bad English habits, “We quickly learned that they didn’t understand us and we were the first Americans for them to hear.”

The events leading up to the Ethiopia reunion

in September of 2012 began with the 50th celebration of the Peace Corp held in Washington D.C. in 2011, where Sue’s group of fellow Peace Corp volunteers were reunited and set the intention to return to Ethiopia to commemorate their life there 50 years ago. Sue had some hesitation about making the trip until her daughter Kelly made the mistake of saying, “I’d go to Africa with you!” Sue called her back to say, “Well, we’re going!”

It was a lot of work for Kelly to arrange her schedule for the two week trip, but Sue adds, “Kelly was the right person to go with me being very multi-culturally interested and out-going.”

Upon arrival, the group of 100 was met with native people, ceremonial dance and local dignitaries. Sue and Kelly visited the school where she taught, the holy city of Lalibela, famous for its monolithic rock churches, traveled to an Ecolodge at 10,000 feet on horseback and happily returned to the modern city of Addis Ababa.

“For a long time I shelved my experience,” said Sue. “Because we were the early Peace Corp volunteers 50 years ago, we were viewed with curiosity upon our return and often asked to speak publicly.”

In retrospect, Sue’s call to Africa, twice in a lifetime, is not only a remarkable story...it linked the legacy of Kelly Aiken’s great grandparents to a remarkable journey with her mom.

Collaborative effort “across the pond” results in

Above The Waves

By Steven W. Martin Local writer Millie Drum and video production expert Ron Gallagher have joined forces to shepherd a project of global scope: a new collaborative book by local photographer Lisa Wilkerson of Arroyo Grande and British poet Jeremy Reed entitled Above The Waves. The book is the third collaborative effort by the two artists. Other books include Exploding Into Colour, and The Big Orange Day. The amazing thing about these projects is that Wilkerson and Reed have never met face-to-face.

The photographer and the poet connected online because of a mutual admiration for the music of Marc Almond (lead singer for Soft Cell, a group best known for its song, Tainted Love.)

Wilkerson contributed to Reed’s 2001 book Marc Almond: Adored and Explored. Except for the occasional phone conversation, Wilkerson and Reed have communicated exclusively via email.

Reed is widely recognized as an imaginative and gifted British poet. He has published 40 books of poetry and prose and has been honored in England by the National Poetry Society, Somerset Maugham Book Awards and the Royal Library Fund.

The relationship between Wilkerson and Reed deepened when in 2007, Wilkerson lost

her brother, Gregory Scott Wilkerson in a house fire. The day after the fire Wilkerson began taking photographs of the California coastline.

After years of encouragement by Reed, the two decided to collaborate. Reed would add poetry to complement her photography.

After one design attempt in England they decided to explore other avenues “across the pond.”

Wilkerson turned to Gallagher for help. He contacted Drum to handle some of the writing duties.

“I wrote the foreword and Ron designed the page layout,” said Drum. “From Lisa’s own written words, I was able to edit them; bringing more feeling to the story. She really loved what I did with it.”

“It took me a couple of weeks to do the design,” said Gallagher. “I loved working with the quality images that were beautifully crafted.”

Gallagher said he and Drum have known each other for years and have collaborated on various projects. Gallagher owns Gallagher Video Services and specializes in keepsake videos and film transfer. “I can transfer film and videotape to DVD or encode them for use on the Internet,” he said.

Drum owns Straight For/Word Writing and has been a regular contributor to Paso Robles Magazine for years. “I write for many clients,”

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said Drum, “doing mostly marketing and business writing.” She said she hopes the new book will open up new opportunities for her.

“It’s really cool to have your name on a published book,” she said. “I have several books I want to write and the time is right.”

Drum also said she feels she can help people who would like to publish e-books. “E-books are shorter than regular books,” said Drum.

“The most successful e-books are very contentrich.” Drum and Gallagher said e-books typically cost $4 to $5 and can be marketed online through services such as Amazon.com.

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County Perspective

I always feel like somebody’s watching me... All the news about NSA surveillance worries me.

It’s not so much the NSA, it’s what their private sector consultants and tech providers might do with our personal data. Are they leaking my stuff onto Google, or Siri, heaven forbid?

“Hi, Mr. Curtis, I hear you’re down 8 pounds, gotta keep that diet going, so how about a skinny latte?” asks my ‘buck barista.

“How do you know about my diet?”

I ask, but he’s already gone, waiting on the next customer.

‘Your 1998 Camry, VIN #_____ averaged 24.6 mpg on your trip to Santa Barbara; good work, Bruce!’ –reads my gas receipt. I furtively search under my hood for an unrecognized black box, but find nothing. And what’s with the Crown Vic with the Booz Allen logo, next to me?

My banker says, “Hi, Mr. Curtis, how are you? Hey, sorry you’re getting audited,” Wait! I’m getting audited? I haven’t heard anything...”

“Oh, [coughs], I’m sorry, excuse me...” She flashes a glassy smile and flees to a back office.

Fact is, everyone is tracking us, everywhere; your credit card histories, cell phone location, all of it encoded in tiny binary bits which in the hands of the right geek reveal all sorts of intimate stuff about you, your buying habits, social life, income and political preference.

The value of your home, for instance, is common knowledge, tracked by the California Realtor’s Association, which says prices have risen faster than anytime in the past 33 years. Fact is, median home prices are up 32% from May, a year ago, as buyers compete for existing homes.

And you don’t always have to possess all the facts to deduce even more. For instance, purchasers are fronting bigger down payments to get more stable loans and better interest rates, and we

can deduce from this that people have more cash than they did at the start of the Great Recession.

Websites like Zillow and Trulia track Central Coast housing commerce down to the neighborhood, the “hottest” zones color-coded in yellow and red. Where are prices toastiest?

Paso Robles to Templeton, where the average home goes on the market for anywhere from $675,000 to $1.05 million and that’s plenty warm.

The main reason for house prices skyrocketing in an economy seen as lukewarm at best? Under-supply. De-

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annually, to meet income restrictions of $18,000 to $ 40,000 per year.

Templeton’s first hotel, Las Tablas Village, was green-lighted by TAAG. The project proposed for the corner of Las Tablas Road and Bennett Way would bring nearly 182,000 square feet of hotel, retail and residential space to the site. The mixeduse project brings 120 hotel units to the 15-acre site.

“...tracked by the California Realtor’s Association, which says prices have risen faster than anytime in the past 33 years...Where are prices toastiest?

Paso Robles to Templeton, where the average home goes on the market for anywhere from $675,000 to $1.05 million and that’s plenty warm.” velopers say taxes, fees and assessments add so much to new home prices that they’re waiting until homebuyers are willing to fork over enough extra to cover those costs.

Economic recovery is a factor with county jobless rates dropping below 6%, although quality income producing, (read: home-buying wages) lags. Economic forecasters look for double-digit home price inflation this year, tapering down in 2014.

Templeton TAAG: The Templeton area advisory group (TAAG) approved People’s Self Help Housing’s proposal for 84 new apartment units, set to be built onto an existing 2-acre apartment property off Las Tablas Road.

Five buildings, each with six units will be open to low-income residents, since the rents will be 30% below market. Unfortunately, every program comes with a certain loss of privacy; residents will be income-checked

Loss: Nipomo supervisor Paul Teixeira (pronounced teh-share-ah, in case you wondered), surprised everyone by unexpectedly passing away.

I realize he was my age, and I shiver.

Teixeira passed away at Marian Medical Center in Santa Maria on June 28th of undisclosed causes, leaving a glaring gap and many questions about how the board will lean, now that Teixeira’s pro-growth, conservative presence is gone. On the officially non-partisan board, Paso Robles’ Frank Mecham and Debbie Arnold, next door, are generally seen as more pro-growth than their liberal-leaning counterparts, Bruce Gibson and Adam Hill.

To add to the confusion, Democrat Governor Jerry Brown is likely to appoint an interim supervisor – and you can just about bet he or she will not be a conservative – to fill Teixeira’s remaining term, which runs through 2014.

What policy changes will the shift in board makeup do? The likely answer is, not many, because Brown is not expected to appoint Teixeira’s successor for at least six months, and that minimizes the time and political capital available to his successor. For now, look for some gridlock, and acrimony, if only symbolic. And why does Jerry Brown get to decide who represents county voters?

Taking Sides: Anyone who has tracked groundwater declines along the 101/Hwy 46 corridor knew sides would be drawn.

Those sides now have names: Paso Robles Agricultural Alliance for Groundwater Solutions,(PRAAGS), and PRO Water Equity, representing residential property owners.

Not surprisingly, PRAAGS wants a fully empowered water management district, and plans to circulate a petition in the Fall. PRO Water Equity believes ag users don’t care about residential users, even as residential wells go dry, victims of greater use by agriculture.

PRAAGS Chair Jerry Reaugh responds that ag interests are just as affected by water issues as residents – and ag users are also residents.

The bottom line that the aquifer doesn’t respect property lines may be the one thing both sides will agree on, even though PRO Water disagrees with forming a water management district. Dana Merrill, PRAAGS vice-chair, sees a district as the only way to bring powerful interests together to seek a solution. By assessing properties based on acreage, Merrill thinks both ag and residents could bring together the clout needed to move politicians toward real solutions. The immediate need is to stabilize the aquifers, Merrill emphasizes.

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San Miguel Enterprise, Part II San Miguel

Reflections

By Lynne Schmitz

Continuing with the wealth of information in the first issue of the San Miguel Enterprise dated Thursday, July 2, 1903 - 110 years ago last month – the editorial staff interviewed farmers. In an article entitled “What One Man Has Done Others Can Do,” Mr. J.M. ( Johnson Marshall) Kalar shared the history of his move to San Miguel and his success in farming.

He arrived here “...in September, 1893 with fifteen head of horses, a gang plow, two sections of a sixhorse harrow, and $150 in cash.”

He began by farming rented land.

Overcoming serious obstacles in his first year, including short rainfall and crops and loss of six horses, he ended the 1894-95 crop year $500 in arrears.

Weather, markets and hog cholera notwithstanding, Mr. Kalar’s energy and perseverance triumphed.

By 1903, he owned 1290 acres of good land and had a net worth of over $16,000. His great-grandsons, Steve on the family farm just

northeast of San Miguel and David in Paso Robles, carry wonderful memories of their pioneer roots.

Today, a large mural painted with love by Steve Kalar and centered by cameos of his great-grandparents, is mounted on the north end of the warehouse on Mission Street near 11th Street.

Returning to the 1903 Enterprise, Robert S. Kirk ran an extensive advertisement selling farm land in the area from 40 to 240 acres “With climate unsurpassed. With Scenic Beauty of Hill, Dale and Valley, Good Water, Excellent Soil.”

A 160-acre parcel on the Estrella River with a house, barn, well and small orchard was priced at $4,000 ($25 per acre) although some farms were advertised from $5 (unimproved) to $10 per acre.

Under the heading “Thorough Farming – An Instance of Prosperity of Interest to Home Seekers” Mr. V.M. Corbaley told his story of successful farming.

His family resided on 80 acres near San Miguel on Estrella Creek.

The previous year he earned $630 by selling 14 acres of melons which had cost him

approximately $14 per acre to plant.

He grew peaches, almonds and pears on another 16 acres. Sales of the fruits came to $1370. Added to that was income from 36 1⁄2 tons of dry-farmed hay (not irrigated). He raised hogs for sale and there was a large family garden. Mr. Corbaley was contemplating drilling a well the following year hoping to double his yields.

In the “Local Items” column we learn that Frank Lowe of Lowe’s Canyon had recently been to Salinas and while there he exhibited some of the wheat grown on his property, impressing people with the excellent quality of the product in what was termed ‘an off year’ and eliciting many inquiries about the land which produced it.

Farming was big business in the north county and San Miguel was still a major center for shipping by rail although the railroad had been completed through the north county. A list of grain and livestock shipment totals was included in the issue under the title “Interesting Figures” for the year ending on December 1,

1902, “...10,085 tons, or 201,700 centals, or 20,170,000 pounds of grain.” Sale price was around $1.10 per cental, netting $221,870. Approximately 1400 head of cattle and hogs, weighing some 355 tons altogether, were valued at approximately $56,000.

However, this was the value of only about one-third of the total stock shipped that year because San Miguel did not have livestock scales – animals were weighed elsewhere.

New livestock scales had just recently been installed. Actual totals for the year were estimated at close to $168,000.

The Southern Pacific trains also carried passengers. A Coast Division schedule shows two North Bound passenger trains leaving San Miguel in the mornings and two South Bound trains departing, one in the afternoon and one in the middle of the night. Throughout the turn of the 20th Century, San Miguel thrived.

Brushmarks 2013 Winners Announced The Paso Robles City Library recently announced the winners of the 7th annual juried art exhibit for area teens – Brushmarks 2013.

Best of Show was awarded to

Sabrina Peterson for Family (photo) 1st Place: Evelyn McNeil for The Cranes Audrey Roben for Vegetable Man 2nd Place: Dominic Pinocchio for Travis Barker Natalie Brescia for Bath Time 3rd Place: Nicholas Yonker for Gods of Old Amaya Dempsey for Chicken of the Sea 4th Place: Hayley Tollefson for Owl

Elisa Santiago for Weekend Warrior 5th Place: Sigourney Harrington for Weaver of Words Magdalene Thompson for Empty Mind Honorable Mention: Cody Colombo for Spiral Shell Cher Haas for The Koi and the Turtle Awards were provided and presented by distinguished juror Jack Johnson – winner of numerous

regional and national shows – at a reception held during May in the Library/City Hall Conference Room.

Brushmarks is sponsored by the Paso Robles Library Foundation.

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ROUND TOWN Multi-Platinum Michael W. Smith and Grammy Nominated Francesca Battistelli

Cantinas Music Festival features major Christian artists on August 24 The Cantinas Ranch Foundation will embark on its second annual Cantinas Music Festival at the Paso Robles Event Center on August 24, featuring three-time Grammy Award winner and multi-platinum selling artist Michael W. Smith and Grammy nominated vocalist Francesca Battistelli.

General Admission tickets for the event are available for $35 at www.

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Cantinas Ranch Foundation is a non-profit 501(C)(3) entity whose mission is to encourage talented Christian teen and college-level artists to promote healthy family values and interaction. Last year’s debut festival was a sold-out success drawing over 5,000 attendees to engage in a full day of festivities and entertainment by multi-platinum selling band MercyMe, Newsboys, Building 429 and breakout artist Kylie Rose.

“Knocking on heaven’s door once again on August 24, we hope you join us in seeking His presence and

impacting families, future leaders, and the community, for the glory of God,” says Wendy Hughes, CoFounder & Executive Director of Cantinas Ranch Foundation.

The 2013 Cantinas Music Festival will kick off at 12 noon with its popular Village Festival featuring an array of options in interactive fun for the entire family. In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to experience live entertainment from various community vendors as they

meet local artists and enjoy arts and crafts, photo booths, food concessions and more. Opening the main stage show is American Idol finalist Jason Castro with headlining acts taking the main stage at 6 p.m. National hip hop dance crew, The Groovaloos, will close the show.

To coincide with this year’s music festival, Cantinas Ranch Foundation will once again host its annual Worship Song Talent Contest. Finalists will be chosen to perform in front of a soon-to-be announced all-star panel of judges at the festival. In 2012, three frontrunners (out of thousands

of submissions) were selected to take the stage before celebrity judges that included Today Show’s Kathie Lee Gifford, actress and former Full House star Candace Cameron Bure, and T.V./Feature Literary Agent Michael Van Dyck. The 2012 winner, Kyler Gentry, from Simi Valley, Calif., took home the grand prize of $2,000. Additional details and submissions for the 2013 contest will be available later this year at www. cantinasmusicfestival.com.

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7th Annual Dog Splash Days Dog owners can bring their dogs for a swim at Templeton Community Pool for the 7th Annual Dog Splash Days scheduled for September 6-8. The pool officially closes to the public prior to this event and will be cleaned before reopening.

“Little Dog and Senior Dog Swim” is set for Friday, September

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Dogs of all sizes are welcome on Friday, Sept 6, from 2 – 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, September 7 and 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Dogs are admitted on the hour for a 45-minute swim session.

At last year’s event, over 280 dogs enjoyed both the tot pool and main pool before an estimated crowd of 600 proud owners and spectators in attendance.

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“Kings of Cool” returning After selling out their previous show the “Kings of Cool” - A Tribute to the Rat Pack - returns to the Templeton Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Aug. 24 at 7 p.m., presented by Templeton Chamber of Commerce and Templeton Unified School District. Tickets $15 advance, $20 at door, www.templetonchambercom Templeton Chamber of Commerce 2013 Installation Dinner The Templeton Chamber of Commerce held its Installation Dinner on July 11 at Castoro Cellars. Awards were presented for Citizen of the Year, Carla Willhoit, Business of the Year, Applynx, and Ambassador of the Year, Cheryl Carnevali along with announcing the incoming Board of Directors and Ambassadors.

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By Dorothy Rogers Grab your hat or helmet and pull on your boots whether you are competing in English or western, camping out with your horses or exploring the trail. There is fun awaiting!

Whitehorse Challenge No, you need not own a white or gray horse to compete. Our friends at Whitehorse Tack and Veterinary Supply continue to support the equine community. The next round in the Whitehorse Challenge Series is set for August 18 at Vulcan Mesa Ranch in Atascadero.

There is something for all with twenty-three classes include flat, hunter and jumper challenge as well as stakes.

Ribbons will be presented to fifth place as well as High Point, Junior, Amateur and Open divisions. Each class is just $15. For further information contact Eric Smith (712-4579). The next show in the Challenge is September 22 at Shadow Hills Riding School at the former LOVE Farm in Los Osos.

Summer Jubilee & Academy The Summer Jubilee at Varian Arabians is set for August 3 and 4. This is your chance to see some of the local

horses that have made history. Don’t miss a tour of the main barn with it’s extensive “History Wall.” Sheila and her staff will present the famed stallions and mares with their “get” (offspring) representing half a century of Varian breeding. This year’s collection of sale horses will be showcased at as their personalities are revealed at liberty and then later under saddle.

Guest presenter for 2013, Tommy Garland, has earned US, Canadian and Brazilian National Champion Arabian and Half Arabian Western and Hunter Pleasure titles. Tommy has also been a competitor in the Road to the Horse Colt Starting in 2008 and 2009.

The Big Ball and it’s benefits should prove to be an interesting demonstration Saturday afternoon followed by music, wine and appetizers with plenty of time to visit. There will be time for questions not only with Tommy, but Sheila and her able staff as well.

Your reservation of $100 for Saturday with educational demonstrations is complete with a continental breakfast and fully catered BBQ. Cowgirl Hall of Fame member, Sheila, will share personal insights in her “Why I Love Horses.” Selected craftsmen and vendors will be available for shopping on the lawns surrounded by abundant flowers.

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Walk lead by Sheila is unlike any other. You have an opportunity up front and personal to interact with “living history” in the mare pasture with this year’s foals. Afterwards, a fabulous champagne brunch is served. $45 ticket for Sunday. Call (489-5802) or make reservations online at www. varianarabians.com.

The following week, August 711, Sheila and her cousins at Parkfield will conduct a Family Style Cowboy Academy at the V6 Ranch.

Enjoy Jack Varian’s delicious ranch raised beef while learning some of the skills needed on the ranch or in ranch competition. Reservations are a MUST. www.parkfield.com

Silver Buckles Schooling shows used to be quite prevalent here giving youth, novices and young horses a training and testing ground as they develop. Sadly, these shows are much harder to come by with time and financial pressures today.

One organization that has made a commitment to these shows on different levels is the San Luis Obispo County Quarter Horse Association.

The good folks at Pat Mar Ranch in Templeton and an active core are continuing with their second in the Open Show Silver Buckle Series on August 11.

An open show means that there are no major qualifications to participate and all breeds are welcome to come and “play.” Spectators are admitted free. Competitors show in the series to amass points toward flashy silver buckles.

If you want to learn what is involved with showing and preparation for events, stop in at Pat Mar at 405 N. Main Street in Templeton and ask. Who knows? We might see you in the arena by next year. Call Marie who gladly shares her knowledge on getting started (434-1597). The next show in the series is October 27. www.SLOCQHA.com Please see HOOFBEAT page 47

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HOOFBEAT from page 46 Fall Fling August 24-25 finds the California Dressage Society’s Fall Fling at Golden Hills Farm. Off of Creston Road near Geneseo, the lovely farm sports a covered dressage court for the horses to be put through their paces. A variety of uniform tests will be offered for various levels of horses and riders. Each examines the skill and physical development of the horses. “S” judge Hilda Gurney will travel to us. If the numbers warrant, a second judge will also be ready.

This event is ASEF, USDF, CDS, and AQHA approved for points. Contact the hard working Ellen Corob for details (440-2947) www.slocds.org.

NSHA Cowboys and cowgirls of the National Stock Horse Association gather from across the West to take

Have your ranch’s or club’s events listed for free by sending data plus contact to us: info@calclassics.net at least by the first week of the month PRIOR to publication.

August Aug. 3 & 4 Varian Summer Jubilee, Corbett Canyon, Arroyo Grande, stallion presentation, selected shopping, music, catered, horses & breedings for sale, varianarabians.com

the spotlight at the Events Center August 13-18.

Some of the best horses and riders will also compete for bragging rights and a big check in the Richest Stock Horse title. Vendors will be set up for shopping and admission is free except for the finals.

Lots of locals will compete in a variety of divisions. Make certain to watch for Roblan Luke Neubert and “This Cats Crackin” (or one of his other Neubert Custom Colts) to possibly repeat their winning fence run from the June NRCHA event.

Double R The Rossell family have been engaged with horses, shows and announcing for decades. Rex is staging the Double R Cutting at the Events Center August 29-September 1.

Pack up the family and take them for

some excitement. Admission is free so cheer on your favorite horses and riders as they vie against the cattle.

Call Rex (331-5978) for details.

Take a Short Ride Earl Warren Showgrounds continues to host some of the most historic shows in California. August 14-17 the Morgan Medallion Classic gathers in Santa Barbara. The action begins at 10 a.m. till 3 p.m. with the evening show scheduled from 7-9 p.m. www.morganmedallionclassic.com August 30 the 69th Arabian and Half Arabian Show begins. Admission and parking are free with the colorful event beginning at 8 a.m. each day. Classes include all of the standard western and English levels, plus cattle, driving, costume, and if enough entries, enjoy a touch of the

HOOFBEAT CALENDAR Aug. 2-4 Miller’s Day Camp, SLO, tent. MdO, 235-3834 Aug. 2-4 Gold N Grand Summer Series, Rancho Murieta, Shady Schneider, 916-985-7334, shady@murie taequestriancenter.com Aug. 4 CCCAHA All Breed Horse Show, 3 buckle high pt. series, Buckley Stables, SLO, also 8/4 & 10/6,

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Fast Times August 17 District 14A will hold a gymkhana at the Railhead Arena.

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H OOFBEAT HOOFBEAT from page 47 Aug. 11 SLOCQHA #2 Open Show Silver Buckle Series, Eng/West open, Pat Mar Ranch, 405 N. Main St., Templeton, Marie 434-1597, also Oct. 27, www.SLOCQHA.com Aug. 12 SLO-CDS meeting, Vulcan Mesa, 6-9 p.m., potluck 6 p.m., meeting to follow Aug. 12-16 Miller’s Day Camp, SLO, 235-3834, sessions all month Aug. 13-18 National Stock Horse Show, Futurity & World’s Richest, Events Center, Paso, free for spectators till the finals, then tickets, free parking Aug. 13 Atascadero Horsemen’s meeting, 6 p.m., 7 p.m. program, 8 p.m. meeting, A Town Cafe off of El

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7:30 a.m. start, 23 classes, flat, eq, h/j, jumper challenge & stakes, $15 class, ribbons to 5th, high pt. Jr., Am., Open, please no dogs, 712-4579 Eric Aug. 20 CCCMB meeting, 5:30 p.m., SLO Parks & Rec. 1341 Nipomo, SLO Aug. 21 (Tent.) SLOCQHA meeting, Griff ’s Restaurant, Main St., Templeton, 6 p.m dinner, meeting 6:30 p.m.

Aug. 24 Ray Berta Cattle Clinic, Carmel Valley Saddle Club Arena, 85 E. Garzas Rd., fee includes lunch, 9-4 p.m., www.rayberta.com Aug. 24-25 SLO-CDS Fall Fling, Golden Hills Farm, off Creston Rd., Paso Robles, judge H. Gurney “S” if numbers warrant second judge,

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

Concerts in the Park – FREE! Friday’s, August 2nd – 23rd 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

City Park Gazebo at 12th & Pine Street Our fun, fabulous FREE concerts continue through August 23rd. Featured beverages available for purchase are provided by our presenting sponsors, J. Lohr Winery and Firestone Walker Brewing Company. Proceeds from the beverage sales benefit the REC Foundation, a non-profit organization currently raising funds for the Downtown City Park Playground Project. Food from local eateries

is also available. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy our wonderful Paso Robles evenings with your friends and family.

Thank you to our concert partners, Paso Robles Magazine and the Paso Robles Main Street Association. Presented by the REC Foundation and the City of Paso Robles.

Demonstration Garden at Centennial Park August 24th, 10 a.m. – Noon FREE Workshop For details, go to www.pasorobles demogarden.org. Presented by Transition Food Group of Paso Robles.

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The San Luis Obispo County wine industry came together to nominate their own for the most respected awards honoring members of the local wine community with the resulting honorees announced recently. The 2013 San Luis Obispo County Wine Industry Awards go to – Wine Industry Person of the Year, Keith Patterson, Cal Poly Wine and Viticulture Professor (posthumous); Winemaker of the Year, Neil Collins, Tablas Creek Vineyard and Lone Madrone; and Wine Grape Grower of the Year, George Donati, Pacific Vineyard Company.

The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance in partnership with the San Luis Obispo Vintners Association, the Independent Grape Growers Association, the Central Coast Vineyard Team and past award recipients worked together to identify the 2013 honorees. The award recipients were honored at an awards ceremony during the California Mid-State Fair on Friday, July 19. Each recipient was nominated and voted on by their peers for their leadership in California’s third largest wine region, San Luis Obispo County.

“These awards showcase leaders in our community who have worked to raise the profile and elevate the quality of the region,” said Jennifer Porter, Executive Director of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance. “Honoring Keith, Neil and George, recognizes their contributions as mentors, innovators and industry stewards within this wine grape growing region we call home.”

Wine Industry Person of the Year Keith Patterson, Cal Poly Wine and Viticulture Professor (posthumous) Dr. Patterson was professor of viticulture at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo from 1997 to 2013. He developed and taught core viticulture classes, carried out a variety of viticulture research projects, and shared his passion for wine grape growing and winemaking with thousands of students, of whom many are part of the current leadership and talent in the San Luis Obispo County wine industry.

Keith was one of the founding fathers of the Wine and Viticulture Program at Cal Poly, instrumental in getting the program minor approved in 1999 and the major in 2000. He helped launch the service-based student club Vines to Wines, which has been instrumental in connecting Cal Poly students with wine industry events and professionals. Known as both a professor and pioneer in the world of viticulture, colleagues and students alike consider Patterson one of the best and most influential instructors they have ever known at Cal Poly. With his great sense of humor and unmatched knowledge, Patterson shared his passion for the teaching and research of wine and viticulture. He constantly inspired those around him to do their best and follow what they love.

Winemaker of the Year Neil Collins, Tablas Creek Vineyard / Lone Madrone Neil Collins moved to the United States from Bristol, England after beginnings as a chef and began his winemaking career in the local wine industry in the early 1990s with Adelaida Cellars and Wild Horse Winery & Vineyards.

In 1997, in a pursuit to hone his craft, he moved his family to the vineyards of Chateauneuf-du-Pape in southern France where he spent a year learning the cellars and vineyards of the famed Chateau de Beaucastel, one of the oldest and most highly regarded estates in France.

Neil returned to Paso Robles to take up the new role of winemaker and vineyard manager at Tablas Creek Vineyard, the California property of Château de Beaucastel. Since that time, great success and accolades has been achieved by Tablas Creek Vineyard, success in which Neil’s hand has been significant.

Neil and his sister, Jackie Meisinger, began the winery Lone Madrone (5800 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles) in 1996 with the premier goal of producing distinctive wines exclusively from vineyards in the rugged limestone hills of west side Paso Robles.

Growing slowly yet steadily since, the focus has become largely on vineyards

that are dry farmed and head trained, which winemaker Neil Collins believes to be “the purest expression of the unparalleled terroir of west Paso Robles.” Neil strongly believes that in order to produce wines of the highest caliber you must first start with grapes of exceptional quality. Neil’s technique of marrying old world growing methods and winemaking preferences with new exciting blends of Rhône, Bordeaux and Italian varieties is a result of carefully honing his craft over many harvests. Neil, his wife Marcy and two children live, farm, and work in the western hills of Paso Robles.

Winegrape Grower of the Year George Donati, Pacific Vineyard Company George is a fourthgeneration agriculturist on the Central Coast, dating back to his great grandfather’s emigration from Switzerland in 1870 to Cayucos, where he grew up on a family farm in Santa Maria and later earned a degree in agriculture business management with a minor in crop science from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo in 1974.

After graduation, Donati continued farming with the family in Santa Maria and later moved to farming vineyards in Madera, California, Please see Wine Awards page 54

The Wellness Kitchen and Resource Center

Plan to attend SOUL Kitchen and TOP Chef Competition

By Millie Drum Wellness Kitchen by Day - Soul Kitchen by Night On one Thursday night each month, The Wellness Kitchen invites you to enjoy live music and wine tasting while getting a “closer look at the Kitchen.” By day, the kitchen uses S.O.U.L – Seasonal, Organic, UnRefined and Local ingredients to prepare the Wellness, Transitional and Healing Foods and the weekday lunch service from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The next Soul Kitchen is August 29 from 6-8 p.m. featuring live music, wine tasting and a Wellness Food Sampler plate. The donation at the door funds the Healing Foods program that is being expanded to service

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Millie Drum, Stephanie Austin, Jennifer Hamman, Executive Director Nancy Walker, Taylor Belmore, Janice Patterson and Debi Goddard

members of our community that are in acute need of nutritious, prepared food. Future Soul Kitchen dates are Sept. 26, Oct. 24 and Nov. 21.

2nd Annual Top Chef Competition On Thursday, Sept. 12 at 5 p.m.,

the beautiful demonstration kitchen at Idler’s Appliances in Paso Robles becomes center stage for three local chefs, a panel of judges and guests for the 2nd Annual Top Chef Competition.

Chef Alex Martin of Crush

Catering will be defending his title as the 2012 winner against Jeffry Weisinger of Jeffrys Catering and another chef yet to be chosen. Similar to the popular Food Network series Chopped, each chef will have a pot of secret ingredients, a full basic pantry (without gluten and dairy) and one hour to prepare an appetizer, main course and dessert! Guests will enjoy wine tasting, food prepared by The Wellness Kitchen and a silent auction. For tickets, call 434-1800 or go online TheWKRC.org.

The Wellness Kitchen and Resource Center is located next to Heritage Oaks Bank, 1255 Las Tablas Road in Templeton.

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Growth at HFG necessitates move to new building

By Bob Chute Business is good at Hinds Financial Group, Inc., and growing pains have necessitated a move to their new location at 1818 Spring Street in Paso Robles, “We’ve doubled in size in the last two years and recently added two new agents, Ty Barnhart and Michael Talen,” said CEO Dee Hinds.

“We’re truly a financial planning full service firm offering every type of insurance and able to broker with most of the A+ rated firms. We also offer financial planning and estate planning - you name it - and you’ll have just one phone number to memorize, 239-7443.

“Plus we’re the local experts on the President’s new Patient Protect and Affordable Care Act. Many don’t realize that under this new program everyone will have to buy insurance, like it or not, and the window will only be open October 1 of this year until March 31 of 2014,” said Hinds. “There are only 17 agents in the North County who are preparing to help with enrolling people for coverage under this new Act. Only 17 agents to handle over 10,000 uninsured in North SLO County and four of them are in our office.”

The HFG Team includes, from left: Ted Davantzis, Shelli Maldonado, Sarah Hinds, Edward Dee Hinds III, Michael R. Talen, Olga Hinds, Ty Barnhart, and Simon Lobo.

“Plus, for the majority of people with insurance policies already in effect, those will be superseded by this new program,” added Hinds. “It’s going to be a nightmare for many people. The government is setting up ‘exchanges’ to answer your questions and where people can buy insurance and they expect people to either wade through the new criteria on line to make their decisions or, if they don’t understand, they’ll have to call an 800 number and deal with ‘navigators’ or ‘assistors’ to answer questions.

But those are not licensed agents.

“I don’t mean to scare anyone, we can guide you through the confusion.

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same price buying direct through the ‘exchange’ as you’ll pay meeting with us one-on-one.”

“Would you prefer dealing through an ‘800’ number or an ‘805’ with a local person always available to assist?” added Sarah Hinds, one of those trained in the new programs. “We’re here for you at no extra cost. We are preparing in the weeks ahead to explain the Affordable Care Act. Of course, we’ll be available for individual appointments as well. We are coordinating with Twin Cities Hospital and other agents in North County to set up enrollments.”

The team at HFG includes: • Edward Dee Hinds III is the Chief Financial Officer of HFG and

received his insurance licenses in May of 1983, awarded the CLU designation in 1989. He became series 6 and 63 securities licensed in 1991 and obtained his Series 7 and 65 in 1995 and his Series 24 license in 2008. He was awarded the ChFC designation in 2001. In 2002 he became a Fellow of the Life Underwriter Training Council, and became a Certified Financial Planner in 2006 and was approved for the CFP designation, while qualifying for the AEP (Accredited Estate Planner) designation. In 2007 he obtained the Chartered Advisor for Senior Living (CASL) designation. He is a life and qualifying member of Million Dollar Roundtable, membership in which is restricted to the top 5% of life insurance agents in the world. Dee has had work published in the peer-reviewed Journal of Financial Planning.

He is Past President of both Paso Robles Sunrise Rotary and NAIFA Central Coast.

• Olga Hinds serves as President of HFG. She obtained her Life and Health license in September of 2003 and her Series 65 Securities license in

Please see HFG page 54

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B USINESS An Outdoor Oasis Awaits!

Dave Miklovic started his career as most contractors do - working “from the ground up” beginning as a brick and block mason which led to jobs as a carpenter with the film studios in Southern California building sets, editing and sweetening bays. In the early 80’s he worked with his uncle building spec homes and commercial projects along with building swimming pools and installing fiDave Miklovic berglass pools.

HFG from page 53 May of 2007. She specializes in helping seniors with Medicare Supplements and Part D. • Simon Lobo obtained his Property & Casualty license in 2005 and Life & Health in 2009 when he joined with Dee and Olga Hinds, becoming one of the owners to incorporate HFG. He is the Secretary of HFG and manages the Property & Casualty division of the agency. He enjoys involvement in community projects and organizations, primarily the Paso Robles Rotary Club.

• Sarah Hinds joined HFG and was licensed as a Life and Health Agent in

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growing table grapes and wine grapes.

Upon his return to San Luis Obispo County he established Pacific Vineyard Company and currently serves as the company’s General Manager.

Donati and his team have been managing premium varietal wine grapes on the Central Coast since planting its first vineyards in 1973

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In 1991 Dave became a licensed contractor and started his business Professional Design & Construction.

The scope of his work expanded from new custom construction and remodels to luxurious backyard renovation that includes spa retreats, pools, concrete work, outdoor kitchens, patio covers, pergolas, waterfalls and water features.

For residential projects, Dave offers his comprehensive design perspective that incorporates the indoor and outdoor lifestyle of his clients.

Professional Design & Construction is a dealer for Viking, San Juan and Aloha fiberglass pools; all offering a wide variety of designs to fit every homeowner’s needs. Typically a fiber-

2007. She heads the Employee Benefits and Health Insurance division of HFG with over 6 years experience in Human Resources with a Seattle based fishing company that had over 100 employees. She has received the certificate in Health Reform from the Certified Insurance Professional program and she is going on her fifth year as the Association Executive for NAIFA, (National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors) Central Coast.

• Ted Davantzis obtained his Life & Health license in 2009, Property & Casualty in 2010, the year he joined HFG. He has owned his own businesses for 30 years and relies on that experience to

service his business clients.

• Shelli Maldonado has been the insurance industry for more than 20 years and received her Property & Casualty license in 2000. Her background consists of Underwriting, Commercial and Personal Insurance, she joined HFG in 2011.

• Michael R. Talen joined HFG this year - Mike received his insurance licenses in 1990, his Associate in Risk Management (ARM) designation in 1995, and has a degree in business from Cal Poly. He offers a unique understanding for his business clients service needs because he owns two local businesses.

• Ty Barnhart also joined HFG this

and currently manage 80 percent of the vineyards in the Edna Valley appellation with a focus on sustainable vineyard practices and the production of high quality fruit.

George Donati and Pacific Vineyard Company were honored with a 2012 Green Award by the San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce for their efficiencies in water manage-

ment and emissions. Donati shares his lifetime of agricultural experience by serving on a variety of grower organizations, is a member of the Cal Poly Wine and Viticulture Program Advisory Council, is a member of the California Farm Bureau and is also a licensed California Farm Labor Contractor. George and his wife Kristi live and farm in the Edna Valley.

glass pool can be installed in 3 to 4 weeks.

The most rewarding part of Dave’s business is satisfying his clients, whether it’s remodeling their home or creating an oasis in their backyard. Free estimates and financing is available. Call (805) 239-4905 or (805) 674-4002 and visit www. pasobuilder.com for the gallery of beautiful projects completed by Dave Miklovic and Professional Design and Construction.

Please see SPOTLIGHT page 56 year. Ty received his insurance licenses in 2010, and recently joined HFG with a State Farm background, strong ties to the area and a winning attitude.

Interesting days ahead for all of us to be sure. The team at Hinds is here to help, as their slogan states, “We don’t just sell insurance...we explain it.”

Contact Hinds Financial Group, Inc. at 239-7443, 1818 Spring Street in Paso Robles, and find them on line at www.hindsfinancial.com or www. hfginsurance.net “Our insurance policies are offered through HFG Coastal Insurance Services, Inc.,” said Hinds.

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my clients and pay particular attention to the older dogs.

Grooming from My favorite dogs of all are the ones Nose to Tail I’ve had as puppies that nobody else Georgina “Gina” has touched because they totally trust Webster loves me. Call Gina at (805) 610-0256 grooming dogs. for professional and convenient dog From her home- grooming.

Gina and her Westie based business and Takken’s Shoes – Leading the the workshop that way in comfort – with Style! she calls her “sanctuary,” Gina gives Paso Robles Store Manager Don each dog extra care by bathing with an Pummill has been with Takken’s since organic shampoo, grooming and skill- 1987. Working in the company’s first ful scissor clipping. She adds, “I stay store in San Luis Obispo led to his curcalm and collected to keep the dogs rent position beginning in 1989. Don comfortable. I always put the dogs first adds, “We have 24 stores throughout because they can sense when people the Valley and the Bay Area, but genare uptight. And you can never win an erally this store is the busiest in the argument with a dog anyway!” company.

Since Nose to Tail is located east “Our focus is comfort of town off Ground Squirrel Hollow, and we have a big repair the collection and delivery service is business that dates back a great convenience for her in-town to the 30’s. Our previous clients. She adds, “Most of my dogs shoe repairman David go ballistic when I go to the house to Don Pummill Moreno recently retired collect them up. They know they’re and turned over the going to be groomed! I also offer a business to his son Mike.” Don adds, service for people that live out here “Mike’s doing a great job. His work instead of them taking their dogs to is done on the premises, usually with town. I have customers that come all same day service.” the way out here from Templeton and Takken’s Shoes is known for the Atascadero.” Georgina has several el- Semi-Annual Clearance Sale. “All of derly and housebound clients whose our other stores are in malls, so we pets are such loving companions. She consolidate the large inventory and adds, “I have a close relationship with filter the product here with a big tent

and parking lot sales. We greet every customer; creating an experience for them with proper fitting and suggestions for new products and our services.

We also take a wellness approach with socks, orthotics and proper sizing. We often refer customers to local chiropractors and podiatrists. Our employees know the benefits of the specialized styles, especially those related to work and leisure activity requirements such as running and hiking.” Outside sales is a huge part of Takken’s service particularly with small industries that require standardized footwear for safety purposes.

In general Don adds, “I like to see my employee’s success. Over the years, I’ve trained several employees to be managers in our company. To maintain the sales volume and success of this store is very satisfying.” Takken’s Shoes is located at 747 Spring Street, Paso Robles, call 238-7778, takkens.com Mod Studio – Three Beautiful Spaces The newest phase of Mod Studio recently opened to complete the trio of suites that provide a full range of hair, nail and spa services. Hair, skin care and massage services are located upstairs and the new nail studio is below on the ground floor. Owner Michele Bagnall adds, “Eight years ago, we began as just a hair salon, but as the spaces became available and our client’s re-

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Our clients are looking for a semi-private setting with a modern, upscale feel.

As an Aveda based salon we emphasize well-being using as many naturally derived products as possible. We use Spa Ritual; an organic natural-based product that partners Aveda.”

Mod Studio’s interior design is simple, uncluttered and refreshing. Michele adds, “I’m huge on design. I love details and Michele believe that it’s important Bagnal to be inspired by your environment and be visually stimulated.

I’m attracted to the minimalist look and I think people feel more comfortable with simplicity. My clients want convenience, affordability and upscale service in an absolutely clean environment. The basic nail services are $25 with online scheduling and walk-in appointments as well. We keep it convenient, affordable and we excel at customer service.”

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Ancient oil meets high-tech at Kiler Ridge Olive Farm

By Steven W. Martin Imagine a Hollywood “pitch session” for a movie based on the Kiler Ridge Olive Farm in Paso Robles.

“It’s Tuscan romance-meets green industry-meets Star Wars. A guy and a gal cycle through Italy, fall in love with olive oil, return to California and start a frantoio using a combination of traditional methods, environmentally friendly processes and cutting edge technology.”

Gregg Bone and Audrey Burnam are the guy and gal. A frantoio refers to the machinery, or mill, that produces olive oil. It also refers to the factory where olive oil is made. At Kiler Ridge Olive Farm, Gregg and Audrey have built a beautiful showroom/processing facility utilizing hay bale insulation and organic composting techniques overlooking a stunning view of the western hillsides. Gregg, a CalTech graduate with engineering degrees in electronics, computer science and optics (as well as studies in

is produced by introducing solvents to already crushed and processed olive fruit, leaving a smoky, machine oil taste. Oil of this quality isn’t even defined as being food grade in Italy, where it is sold as lamp oil. start bearing usable fruit. It takes Gregg likens the emerging olive oil up to 15 years for a tree to fully industry in this area to the progression mature. At full maturity an olive of the wine industry. “Here in this Gregg Bone tree will produce enough fruit country we have a word for the place and Audrey to generate one gallon of oil per where wine is made, but we don’t have Burman, and one for where olive oil is made,” said year. below, their Gregg. “The Italians do. And just as

Tasting olive oil is somefrantoio. what like tasting wine. First you the world is beginning to understand hold a small container of oil in the quality of wines made in Califorthe palm of your hand to warm nia, they’re beginning to realize the it and release the oil’s aromas. quality of our olive oil. Right now the Then you sniff the oil to detect olive oil business here is about where a faint grassy or citrus odor. the wine industry was in the 1960s.”

Then you taste the oil, allowing Olive oil production tours begin at it to coat your tongue. The first 11 a.m. Thursday through Monday, chemistry and mesensation comes from the front and take about an hour. For groups chanical engineerof the tongue where the aroma of 6 or more, please call in advance ing) has modified becomes a flavor. The second for appointments for tasting and loading and bottling sensation is at the back of the tours. Reservations required for oliveequipment as well as cooling systems. tongue where a slight bitterness is per- oil paired lunches, served 11 a.m. He even uses a 3D-printer to fabricate ceived. Finally, in the throat, a peppery 2:30 p.m. Thursday through Monday. some of his own parts. flavor manifests, which is evidence of Phone (805) 400-1439. Learn more The couple purchased their prop- the presence of antioxidants in the about the Kiler Ridge Olive Farm by visiting www.kilerridge.com. erty on Kiler Canyon Road on the oil, one of its major health benefits. west side of Paso Robles about 13 “If these three components aren’t Kiler Ridge Olive Farm will be years ago. Since then they have plant- present,” said Audrey, “you don’t have selling gazpacho at their booth at the 10th Annual Olive Festival in ed about 2,700 olive trees. Eventually good oil.” they hope to increase that to 3,600 In fact, according to Gregg, much downtown Paso Robles on Saturday, trees. It takes five years for a tree to of the oil marketed in this country Aug. 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Olive-oil tasting, like wine tasting, has enough simple basics that the novice can enjoy the fun and education of the experience.

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I threw away a perfectly good bottle of olive oil 10 years ago and never looked back.

Although it had a fine gold label – “Primera Extraccione! Oliva Virgen Extra! Importado de Italia!”– that imported bottle of Italian extra-virgin, first-press olive oil still got the old heave-ho after I tasted the olive oils produced here, my hometown. I’ve bought local olive oil ever since.

Central Coast olive-oil producers specialize in high-quality artisan olive oil that adds spice to life.

The 10th Annual Olive Festival, a Paso Robles Main Street Association event, brings that zest to the downtown city park on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

There’s no admission charge, either, for one of the tastiest days you’ll have this summer.

Vendors both locally and outside our county will feature their products along with free olive-oil

procedures, and so on. You’ll find all kinds of oils, with flavors ranging from fruity, sweet, buttery, grassy, peppery, and even jalapeno.

To taste olive oil, you’ll be given a tiny plastic cup containing a small amount of oil. Gently warm it in your hand and smell it. It should smell fresh and fruity in an olive way.

Then sip a bit into your mouth and move it around to see that it feels clean, not heavy. Suck in a little air to experience another level of fruitiness or pleasant bitterness. Finally, swallow it, and if it’s an early- or mid-harvest oil, enjoy the spicy cough sensation in the back of your throat. If it’s a late-harvest oil, savor the buttery flavor.

A pre-festival mixer Friday evening, 6-8 p.m. August 16, offers the opportunity to mingle with the olive oil producers in an intimate, artistic atmosphere, featuring gourmet hors d’oeuvres and local wines. Tickets are available for $25 per person. Call the Main Street office at 238-4103 or visit pasoroblesolivefestival.com for information.

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TIME & PLACE A monthly look at events, meetings and special occasions. To submit your listing, email prmagazine@charter.net, bring info to our drop box at Dutch Maytag, 1501 Riverside Ave. or mail to PO Box 3996, Paso Robles, 93447 by the 7th of each month. Questions? Call 239-1533.

AUGUST 1-31 • El Paso de Robles Area Historical Society is in ongoing need of volunteers at Carnegie Library Museum, located at Downtown City Park. Examples of ways to help include: docents, archival research, cataloguing of donations, reorganization, and glass plate negative collection. All-day or part-time shifts are available from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, except Monday/Wednesday. Meetings at the Carnegie are held on the third Monday of every month at 5 p.m. Call 238-4996 or email: pasohistory@sbcglobal.net.

1 • ‘The Odd Couple (female version)’ at Pewter Plough Playhouse at Main/Sheffield, Cambria, reinvents Neil Simon’s classic comedy of mismatched roommates. Performances at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, plus Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. Wine Bar Lounge with live music, featuring Dave Manion at the Baldwin. Call the box office at (805) 927-3877. Visit www.pewterploughplayhouse.org.

2, 20 • Atascadero Historic City Hall Grand Opening festivities include “An Evening at the Rotunda” on August 2, from 6-11 p.m. Take a special tour of the newly restored structure at 6605 Palma Avenue.

Enjoy a progressive heavy hors d’oeuvres dinner with different courses in each part of the building. Semi-formal event features a special program, silent auction and dancing. Tickets ($100) at City Hall (805-461-5000). August 20: Grand Opening Ceremonies and Ribbon Cutting begins at 10 a.m. The public is invited to participate in a self-guided tour until 6 p.m. Suggested donation ($5). Proceeds from both events to benefit the Fountain Restoration Project.

2, 9, 16, 23 • 2013 Paso Robles Concerts in the Park on Fridays, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Paso Robles City Park.

8/2: Paisano’s Band. 8/9: JD Project. 8/16: Monte Mills. 8/23: Incendio. Sponsored by the City of Paso Robles, J. Lohr Vineyards and Wines and Paso Robles Magazine. For more details, call 237-3987.

2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 • Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse & Cattlemen’s Lounge, 1103 Spring Street, PR. Steakhouse: Join us for Prime Rib Wednesdays! Cattlemen’s Lounge: Happy Hour, 4-6 p.m., includes cocktail and menu specials. Monday: Industry Night, 6-9 p.m., 20% off for all professionals. Wednesday: Locals Appreciation Night.

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dies Night, 7-10 p.m., half-off drink specials; Saturday: $5 Drink Specials, 8-12 p.m. Friday & Saturday: Live Entertainment, 9:3011:30 p.m. 8/2-8/3: Ballistic Cats, 8/9-8/10: Steve Sturgis and Road House, 8/18-8/17: Julie and the Bad Dogs. 8/23-8/24: Nataly Lola and Guest. 8/30-8/31: Soul Sauce.

Call 226-4925.

4 • Community Summer BBQ at New Day Church, 530 12th Street, PR, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free hot dogs and hamburgers with BBQ by Stein’s Catering. Call (805) 239-9998. Visit www.TheNewDay Church.com.

5, 17, 19 • Almond Country Quilters meets at Trinity Lutheran Fellowship Hall, 940 Creston Road, PR. 8/5: General Meeting at Trinity Lutheran Fellowship Hall, 940 Creston Road, PR. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m.with the meeting to follow at 7:30 p.m.

Topics include members helping with Community Quilts/Kids Kovers. 8/17: Community Quilts Meeting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church in Templeton.

8/19: Board Meeting at Rabobank in Templeton, 7-8:30 p.m. Visit www.almondcountry quilters.org.

10 • 15th Paso Robles Rotary Winemakers’ Cook-Off at Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Drive, PR. Meet over 30 of the Paso Robles Appellation’s finest winemakers in a casual outdoor evening as they pair their own grilled culinary creations with their best wines from 6-9 p.m. Live music by Julie Beaver and the Bad Dogs, performing covers from Bach to bluegrass. Raffle for event t-shirt patchwork quilt, crafted by Isolde Lata. Cook-off proceeds benefit the Harlow Ford Scholarship Foundation to assist local high school seniors.

Cost: $75/person (21 and over) or $40/Designated Driver discount. Buy online, call (877) 264-6979 or at the event. Visit winemakers cookoff.com.

14 • Coffee for CASA at Starbucks, 7029 El Camino Real, at 6:30 p.m., is an information session about helping abused children through advocacy. Male and female volunteers are needed. To learn more, call 541-6542 or visit www. slocasa.org.

16 • Paso Robles Pre-Olive Festival from 6-8 p.m. is a fun way to mingle with the olive oil growers, winners of the tasting competition and festival volunteers. Location: TBA at press time. For more details and to purchase tickets, contact the Main Street Office at 835 12th Street “D” in PR. VISA/Disc/ MC. Call 238-4103.

16-18 • 1993 PRHS Class Reunion starts with Music in the Park on Friday night, dinner and dancing at PR Event Center on Saturday night and Family Day at Star Please see CALENDAR page 61

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The Weekly Wellness Food Program offers pre-ordered meals for those experiencing illness, recovery or chemotherapy. See menu and ordering deadlines online.

6 • ‘Get Well, Stay Well Naturally’ with Paula Vetter, RN, MSN, FNP-C, a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years’ experience. See www.profound wellness.com. Learn about tuning into your “inner healer” toward vibrant health and vitality, naturally. RSVP (330) 815-0340. Donations gratefully accepted.

10 • Hands-On Cooking, Part 1: Intro to Wellness from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. discusses and tastes different salts and make a salt replacement; taste non-dairy milks and make almond milk, taste low-glycemic index and more natural sweeteners and discuss good fats and which oils to use. Learn and practice knife skills, too. Cost: $70/class (if individual space available) or $300/5-class series.

17 • Hands-On Cooking, Part 2: Stocks & Soups from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. will show you how to make stock and then prepare recipes such as: Creamy Roasted Garlic Soup w/Kale Chips; Tuscan Bean Soup w/Swiss Chard & Basil Arugula Pesto; Carrot-Ginger Soup w/Cashew Cream. Cost: $70/class or $300/5-class series.

24 • Hands-On Cooking, Part 3: Grains, Beans & Greens from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. will show you how to use a pressure cooker and make recipes such as: Spicy Sweet Potato Quinoa w/Black Beans; Hearty Greens w/Cashew Curry Sauce; Broccoli & Millet Salad w/Toasted Cashews; Adzuki Beans w/Chard & Dandelion Greens; Spicy Amaranth Porridge w/Coconut Blueberry Sauce - $70/class or $300/5-class series.

29 • ‘Wellness Kitchen by Day, Soul Kitchen by Night’ from 6-8 p.m. supports nonprofit wellness programs in this monthly fundraiser with a light dinner, wines by area vintners and music by local artists. Limited seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Donations of $15 gratefully accepted at the door, includes dinner and wine tasting. Call 434-1800.

31 • Hands-On Cooking, Part 4: Poultry and Fish from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. will show you how to cut up a whole chicken and try new cooking techniques by preparing recipes, including Roasted Salmon with Tomatoes & Tarragon, Steamed Cod with Roasted Vegetables & Dandelion Greens, Fish en Papilotte (baked in parchment), Braised Moroccan Chicken with Lemon Charmoula Sauce and Olives, Fig & Cranberry Stuffed Chicken Breast, Poached Chicken with Leeks & Salsa Verde. Cost: $70/class or $300/5-class series.

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PASO ROBLES EVENT CENTER Unless otherwise noted, please call 239-0655 for more details about activities at the Paso Robles Event Center. E-mail mail@midstatefair.com.

Winemakers Dinner, Frontier Town, on August 10. More info to come Check PR Event Center website for updates.

National Stock Horse Show, Snaffle Bit Futurity, on August 11-18 at the Equestrian Center. For event details, registration or vendor info, visit www.nationalstockhorse.com.

Class of ’93 Reunion on August 17. Check the PR Event Center website for updates.

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Farms on Sunday. For more info: Facebook Page - Paso Robles Bearcats class of 1993; Email - pr93reunion@gmail.com; Website Page - https://sites.google.com/site/ prbearcats1993reunion/ 17 • 8th Annual Benefit Concert for Escuela del Rio at Castoro Cellars, 1315 N. Bethel Road, Templeton, features songwriter, storyteller and entertainer Christopher Williams with Special Guest Dulcie Taylor under the stars on the outdoor stage. Williams has toured with Jars of Clay and performed with Arlo Guthrie, Phil Keaggy, David Wilcox and more. Taylor has shared the stage with Bonnie Raitt, The Doobie Brothers, Dave Mason, Kathy Mattea and many more. Doors open 6 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets: $25. Santa Maria-Style TriTip BBQ available for purchase includes salad, beans and bread. Portion of proceeds to benefit Escuela del Rio. Cost: $12 (cash only, please).

17 • ‘A Garden Party’ hosted by Pacific Coast Wine Trail at The Garden Shed, 2024 Main Street, Cambria, offers handcrafted wines paired with artisan cheeses, live music and a raffle drawing. Proceeds benefit Project Surf Camp. Cost: $20/person.

Purchase tickets at HarmonyCellars.com.

17 • Paso Robles Olive Festival at Paso Robles City Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission to the festival is free. Cooking contest, wine tasting, artists, food for purchase, jewelry and plenty of handmade items from craft vendors, too! Call 238-4103. E-mail mainstreet@tcsn.net.

20 • Templeton Rotary Club meets at 7 a.m. for breakfast, fellowship and to hear an informative guest speaker at McPhee’s Grill, 416 S. Main Street (side door in parking lot), Templeton. Meetings: New members and guests welcome first and third Tuesdays unless otherwise noted. 8/20: Speaker is Bill Van Orden. Visit www.templetonrotary.com.

24 • “Kings of Cool” A Tribute to the Rat Pack at Templeton Performing Arts Center, 7 p.m. Presented by Templeton Chamber of Commerce and Templeton Unified School District. Tickets $15 advance, $20 at door, templetonchamber.com 27 • North County Newcomers Club gathering at Mission San Miguel, 775 Mission Street, San Miguel, begins at 8 p.m.

Cost: $20. Please RSVP. Deadline is August 27 for the September 4 gathering. Please bring exact change or a check made out to NCNC with you. North County Newcomers Club is open to those who have resided in the area for less than three years.

For more details, visit www.northcounty newcomers.com.

30-31 • Golden State Classics Car Show, Labor Day Weekend, Spring Street Cruise: Friday night, 6-8 p.m. Show in Park: 9 a.m.

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Third Thursday Poetry Reading takes place August 15 at 7 p.m. Poet Sam Duarte will read his original work at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 5318 Palma, Atascadero. An open mic poetry reading will follow. Visiting poets and guests are welcome; no charge. Presented by the Third Thursday Poetry Group in Atascadero. For more info, call (805) 975-8222.

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DIRECTORY of LOCAL those HOUSES of WORSHIP churches/synagogues who have not yet responded to the request

The following listing of area churches/synagogues is provided free of charge as a community service by Adelaide Inn and Paso Robles Magazine.

Our goal is to have this become a complete listing of places of worship located in Paso Robles, Templeton, San Miguel and Shandon. For Apostolic Assembly of the Faith of Christ Jesus 2706 Spring St., Paso Robles Bilingual Services: Wed & Fri, 7 p.m., Sunday 12 Noon Pastor Miguel Alvarado (805) 610-2930 Bethel Lutheran Church 295 Old County Rd., Templeton Service: 9:30 a.m.

Pastor Russ Gordon Pastor Amy Beveridge (805) 434-1329 Bridge Christian Curch Currently meeting at Centennial Park Banquet Room 600 Nickerson Dr., Paso Robles Service: 9:30 a.m.

Pastor Tim Mensing 805-975-7178 Calvary Chapel Paso Robles 1615 Commerce Way, Paso Robles Service: 9:30 a.m.

Pastor Aaron Newman (805) 239-4295 Celebration Worship Center-PCOG 988 Vineyard Drive, Templeton Pastor Roy Spinks Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

(805) 434-2424 Central Coast Center for Spiritual Living 689 Crocker St., Templeton Service: 10 a.m.

Rev. Dr. Don and Rev. LaVonne Welsh (805) 434-9447 Christian Life Center 1744 Oak St., Paso Robles Service: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Pastor Don Smith (805) 238-3366 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 1020 Creston Rd., Paso Robles Service: 8:30 a.m. Bishop Brian Kerr Service: 1:00 p.m. Bishop Mark Goforth (805) 238-4216, 238-4214, 238-4217 Congregation Ohr Tzafon 2605 Traffic Way, Atascadero Service: Fridays, 7:30 p.m.

Rabbi Janice Mehring (805) 466-0329 Covenant Presbyterian Church 1450 Golden Hill Rd., Paso Robles Service: 9:30 a.m.

Pastor Dan Katches (805) 238-6927 Cowboy Church Ride For the Brand Ministry Templeton Livestock Market Sale Barn Main St., Templeton Service: Thursdays, 7 p.m.

Pastor Mike Mosby (805) 463-2455

Dayspring Full Gospel 1101 Riverside, Paso Robles Services: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Pastor Harry Balson (805) 239-3273 Family Praise & Worship 206 5th St., Templeton Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor Vern H. Haynes Jr. (805) 975-8594 Family Worship Center 616 Creston Rd., Paso Robles Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor Patrick Sheean (805) 239-4809 First Baptist Church 1645 Park St., Paso Robles Pastor Michael R. Garman Services: 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

(805) 238-4419 Christian Science Society 17th & Chestnut Streets, Paso Robles Service: 10 a.m.

(805) 239-1361 First Mennonite Church 2343 Park St. Paso Robles Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor Romero (805) 238-2445 First Missionary Baptist Church of Paso Robles Corner of 3rd & Olive Streets Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor Jeff Barger (805) 239-8756 First Presbyterian Church of Templeton 610 S. Main St., Templeton Service: 10 a.m.

Reverend Charlie Little (805) 434-1921 Fuente de Agua Viva 1521 Oak St, Paso Robles Service: Thursday: 7 p.m. and Sunday: 3 p.m.

Pastor Jorge Alvarez (805) 714-3827 Grace Baptist Church 535 Creston Rd., Paso Robles Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor Kelsey Pietsch (805) 238-3549 Heritage Village Church At the Senior Center, Heritage Ranch Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor Ed Bedrosian (805) 238-9240 Highlands Church Corner S. River and Niblick, 215 Oak Hill, Paso Robles Services: Sunday: 8:30, 9:45 & 11:00 a.m.

Pastor Sean Martin (805) 226-5800

for information and would like to be included in this directory, please email your name, address, phone, service times and pastor’s/rabbi’s name to Paso Robles Magazine at: prmagazine@charter.net All worship service times listed are for Sundays, unless noted otherwise:

Lake Way Country Church/Ministries Meeting at Cappy Culver Elementary School, 11011 Heritage Loop Rd. Service: 10 a.m. Sunday Pastors: Rodger & Julie Coale (805) 423-4095 Life Community Church 3770 Ruth Way, Templeton Service: 9:30 a.m.

Pastor Keith Newsome (805) 434-5040 Life Worth Living Church of God 620 – 17th St., Paso Robles Service: 11 a.m.

Pastor Jim Wilde (805) 238-0978 Lighthouse Community Church 301 13th St. San Miguel Services: 9:45 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Pastor John Wheat (805) 467-3636 Live Oak 1521 Oak St., Paso Robles Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor John Kaiser (805) 238-0575 Living Waters Christian Fellowship 2085 Gateway Dr., Heritage Ranch Service: 9:30 a.m.

Pastor Steve and Christina Boggan (805) 239-1716 Methodist Ministries Meeting at 1005 Railroad St. at 10th St. Service: 10:30 a.m.

For information call 238-2006 Mid State Baptist Church 1749 Ramada Dr., Paso Robles Services: Sundays, 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Pastor Bruce Fore (805) 238-2281 Mission San Miguel Parish 775 Misssion Street, San Miguel Weekday Mass: 8 a.m.

Weekend Mass: Saturday: 9 a.m. & 5 p.m. (Vigil) Sunday: 7 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m. (Spanish) Fr. Ignatius DeGroot, OFM (805) 467-2131 New Day Center 530 12th St., Paso Robles English Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor Brad Alford Hispanic Service: 2 p.m.

Pastor Vincente Salmeron (805) 239-9998 New Life Church of Paso Robles Meeting at Holiday Inn Express 2455 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles Pastor Randy Bunch (805) 769-8120

Niblick Road Baptist Church 1145 Niblick Rd., Paso Robles Services: 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Christopher Cole (805) 238-4614 North County Christian Fellowship 421 9th St. , Paso Robles Service: 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Steve Calagna (805) 239-3325 Oak Shores Christian Fellowship 2727 Turkey Cove, at the Clubhouse, Oak Shores Service: 8:30 a.m.

Pastor Christopher Cole (805) 238-4614 Paso Robles Bible Church 2206 Golden Hill Rd., Paso Robles Service: 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Dave Rusco Pastor Mark Wheeler (805) 226-9670 Paso Robles Church of the Nazarene Meeting at the Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation 3201 Spring St., Paso Robles Service: 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Brent Wylie (805) 238-4300 Paso Robles Community Church 2706 Spring St, Paso Robles Service: 9 a.m.

Pastor Shawn Penn (805) 239-4771 Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC Thirteenth and Oak Streets, Paso Robles Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor Steven Mabry (805) 238-3321 Second Baptist Church 1937 Riverside Ave. Service: 11 a.m.

Pastors: Rueben Tate, Gary Jordon (805) 238-2011 Shandon Assembly of God 420 Mesa Grande, Shandon Service: 10:30 a.m.

Hispanic Service: 4 p.m.

Pastor Ted Hunt (805) 239-3138 Shandon United Methodist Church 105 Second Street, Shandon Service 9:30 a.m.

Rev. Fred B. Morris (805) 238-3134

St. James Episcopal Church 1335 Oak, Paso Robles Services: 8 a.m. (Rite I), 10:00 a.m. (Rite II) The Rev. Mary K. Morrison, Rector (805) 238-0819 St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church 820 Creston Rd., Paso Robles Weekday Mass: M-S, 7 a.m.

Weekend Masses: Saturday - 5 p.m. (Vigil) Sunday - 8 a.m., 10 a.m. (Family Mass) 12:30 p.m. (Spanish) 5 p.m. (Teen) & 7 p.m. (Spanish) Father Roberto Vera (805) 238-2218 Templeton Assembly of God 925 Bennett Way, Templeton Service: 10:00 a.m.

Pastor Jeff Saylor (805) 434-2616 Templeton Hills Seventh-day Adventist Church 930 Templeton Hills Rd., Templeton Service: Saturday 9:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Pastor Ivor Myers (805) 434-1710 The Revival Center 3850 Ramada Dr., Ste. A-3, Paso Robles Service: 10 a.m.

Pastor Gabe Abdelaziz (805) 434-5170 The Rock Church 616 Creston Rd., Paso Robles Service: 11 a.m. Saturday Pastors Ed & Char Barger (661) 587-7625 Trinity Lutheran Church 940 Creston Rd., Paso Robles Contemporary Service: 9 a.m.

Traditional Service: 10:45 a.m.

Sr. Pastor Dan Rowe (805) 238-3702 True Life Christian Fellowship Lockwood/Jolon Road, across from the school in Lockwood Service: 9:30 a.m.

Pastor Erick Reinstedt (805) 472-9325 Truth Tabernacle 915 Creston Rd., Paso Robles Services: 9 a.m. & 6 p.m.

Pastor David Webb (805) 423-3135 Vineyard Church of Christ 601 So. Main St., Templeton Service: 10 a.m.

Evangelist: Steve Orduno (805) 226-9122 Vintage Community Church 692 Peterson Ranch Road, Templeton Services: 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.

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A piano with a colorful history has found a home in the Paso Robles Inn Ballroom. The Weber, constructed in part of hand-carved rosewood, once belonged to Ignacy Jan Paderewski. It traveled by Canadian Pacific Railway for the late pianist’s 1907-1908 concert tours of North America, just before his return to Poland to serve as Prime Minister.

In 1910, the piano was auctioned and purchased by the town of Walhachin, British Columbia.

Now dormant, the once affluent colony of 300 was once popularized as “Canada’s Camelot.”

An enterprising musician, Fanny Faucault, often played the piano at lavish community celebrations.

In true devotion to her townsfolk, Fanny relinquished her earnings to help subsidize improvements to the town hall (complete with a spruce plank floating dance floor) while she and her hired orchestra performed jazz, ragtime and classical music for British businessmen and gentleman farmers. Tragically, the First World War blighted the settlement when 97 of its 117 men enlisted for battle, many of whom did not return.

Over the next 50 years, Paderewski’s piano remained unharmed in Walhachin until its donation to University of British Columbia’s School of Music. In the ’60s, the university was a far cry from the glamor the piano once knew. The makeshift music building was a former forestry products lab, where concrete blocks that once crushed timber were stored. Former faculty member Hans-Karl Piltz was quoted as saying that “it was in terrible condition because it had been used as a barroom piano. It would go out of tune as soon as you looked at it.”

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A subsequent relocation to the school’s Cecil Green Park in 1976 put the piano back into service as a social event rental, but facility renovations found the instrument in the way and it was moved to the music school’s aging auditorium. By 2007, the Paderewski Heritage Committee purchased the piano, where it was

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housed at the Polish Consulate in Vancouver for nearly six years until a permanent location could be found.

When the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced a relocation of its offices from Vancouver to Edmonton, the Paderewski Heritage Committee considered Paso Robles the ideal

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location to house the 19th-century instrument. Marek Żebrowski, Artistic Director of the Paderewski Festival in Paso Robles, traveled to Vancouver and approached the Paderewski Heritage Committee with an offer to provide it permanent residence. After much consideration, Paso Robles was chosen as the ideal place in which Paderewski’s piano could serve as “an ambassador of Polish culture.”

On July 8, the piano arrived safe and sound to a well-deserved tuning and an official welcome to Downtown Paso Robles. Finally, Paderewski’s piano can remain to inspire a population that is discovering his ties to the California region where the artist found healing and respite.

The Weber grand now replaces a previous instrument, affectionately dubbed “the square,” which graced the original El Paso de Robles Hotel where Paderewski also resided. The “Square” will be displayed in the Acorn Building lobby on the northeast corner of 12th and Park Street.

Yet another piano, called the “O,” is a Steinway that has been used for intimate Paderewski concerts at Cass Winery by distinguished artists, including William Koseluk and Leszek Możdżer.

The “O” has been moved to the Park Ballroom at 1232 Park Street, where the Paderewski Festival will soon utilize this historic location for upcoming performances.

To learn more about the Paso Robles Paderewski Festival visit www. paderwskifest.com, e-mail tickets @paderewskifest.com or call 7694622.

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