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CONTENTS

OCTOBER 2013

volume 13 number 6

A Monthly Look at Life in our Remarkable Communities

Feature S tories

14 Warbirds Over Paso Update

65 City of Paso Robles Library

17 83 rd Pioneer Day 2013

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Welcome The Roots of an 83 Year Tradition Fun Things to See and Do Pioneer Day Queen Norma Moye Pioneer Day Marshal Norm Bridge Pioneer Day Belle Madison Rae Heely Old Timers Picnic in San Miguel Honors Pioneer Families The Bitterwater Betties Honoring the Pioneer Spirit with Fine Art – Heritage West Gallery Pioneer Day Activities at Pioneer Museum The Historic Hamilton House Pioneer Story: Something for Everyone A Paso Remembered column by Cliff Tucker The von Dollen Winona Mountain Wagon Gets a Major Facelift

• Big Changes at Borjon Auto Center • Historic Clock Tower Building Goes 21st Century • Harvest Wine Weekend • Business Spotlight - by Millie Drum • Providing Personalized Medical Care through MDVIP • Central Coast Handmade Market set for October 25 & 26 • Local Businesses Support Breast Cancer Awareness • What’s Happening on Main Street?

72 Time & Place

EDITORIAL DEADLINE:

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

7th of each month preceding publication

ADVERTISING DEADLINE:

10 th of each month preceding publication

42 Education

• Templeton Unified Equips Campuses with Lifesaving AEDs • Paderewski Festival Concert slated for Historic Park Ballroom • 4th Annual Cioppino and Vino to Benefit Paso Robles Children’s Museum • Mothers of Preschoolers Meeting at Highlands Church • PRHS Class of 1988 Planning 25th Reunion • Sandy Viborg Honored by Boys & Girls Club • Teen Resource Center Opens in Paso Robles

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

• Gearheads - a new column about special rides in the area by Bob Chute • Frank Armitage just keeps going and going and going... • Small Treasures, an Art Affair • Al Garcia Honored as Roblan of the Month • Paso Robles Rotary Club Winemaker’s Cookoff Results • At the Library - Friends of the Library plan Book Sale • Quasquicentennial Update -The Catch-Up Issue

• The Paso Robles Harvest Marathon set for October 27 • This N That - A Collection of ‘Stuff’ • County Perspective - by Bruce Curtis • San Miguel Reflections - Camp Roberts 1903 - by Lynne Schmitz

Publisher/Editor: Bob Chute Editorial Consultant: Chris Weygandt Alba

Advertising: Millie Drum, Pam Osborn, Jamie Self, Melissa Chavez, and Bob Chute

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.

56 Round Town

Founding Co-Publisher: Karen Chute 1949-2004

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48 Paso People

Sandwiches on Sunday - by Chuck Desmond

On the cover: Pioneer Day 2013 Queen Norma Moye and Marshal Norm Bridge. Photo by Bob Chute

12 Ol’ Oaken Bucket

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

75 Last Word

Hoofbeat Calendar and Trail Tales - by Dorothy Rogers

Cool stuff to do for the month ahead!

66 Business

62 Hoofbeat

Departments

and Recreation

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It’s going to be a kick to watch Paso Robles #1 Cheerleader in Just a I have always assumed to be her role as Paso’s “Queen!” In my Thought what mind, the Pioneer Day Committee By Bob Chute

Happy Pioneer Day, Paso Robles! Paso Robles is special only because Roblans have cared enough over the years to keep it special... join me and my family as we celebrate our heritage with the 83rd Anniversary of Pioneer Day on October 12th. Look for our special 26 page Pioneer Day section devoted to this year’s celebration, including the day’s schedule, profiles of the Royalty and much, much more, starting on page 16... lots of fun stuff to do. Please experience it...then take the kids, bring in family members from out of town, and partake of the early morning festivities, enjoy the parade, the FREE bean feed in the park, and all the other activities at Pioneer Museum and the adjoining Pioneer Park that afternoon. See you there!

has simply formalized that title for Norma Moye. Our gifted writer, Chris Weygandt Alba, has written a wonderful piece capturing Norma’s heart and commitment to Paso Robles! Chuck Desmond has also blessed us with a tremendous feature on our 2013 Pioneer Day Marshal Norm Bridge. He also typifies the Paso Robles spirit in so many ways, especially in the way his family persevered after the devastating earthquake of December ’03 shuttered his business, Bridge Sportsmen’s Center on Spring Street. Please...get involved in keeping this wonderful tradition alive! The Pioneer Day Committee always needs volunteers, especially those with new ideas. Contact Chairman Harry Ovitt at 805-467-3992. Warbirds Over Paso Air Show The show is coming up one week before Pioneer Day, THIS Saturday, October 5th, when Estrella Warbirds Museum and Planes of Fame Air Museum of Chino

partner to put on Warbirds over Paso, the biggest regional aviation event in central California at Paso Robles Airport. 2013 will be the second year of collaboration, and the goal is clear, to make Paso Robles the premier airshow event in Central California. “We’re going to have probably 40 warbirds, its going to be pretty impressive,” said Warbirds Director Sherm Smoot. Personal stuff Happy 6th Birthday to our first grandson, Isaac James Chute, on the 18th in Louisville, Colorado. Isaac and family, fortunately, were not impacted by the horrible flooding in much of their state. Isaac’s parents, my son Ben and Alissa, are celebrating their 10th anniversary on the 26th. Then Rhoda and I will continue the celebrations theme with our 8th anniversary on the 28th (thanks for hanging with me, Rho!). Want more than a “job?” I’m looking for help. Not just anyone, but a dedicated, persistent and caring individual with the ability to

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“I arise in the morning torn between a desire to improve the world and a desire to enjoy the world. This make it hard to plan the day.” -E.B. White *** Riddles for the Kids Frog in the Well - A frog fell into a well 12 feet deep. He could jump three feet, but every time he jumped three feet he fell back two feet. How many times did he have to jump to get out of the well? The tenth jump took him out. What is the difference between a falling star and a heavy fog? One is missed from heaven and the other is mist from earth. *** NOT A SPORT “Sailing isn’t a sport. Sailing is a way to get somewhere. Riding the bus isn’t a sport, why should sailing be a sport?” - George Carlin

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South Pole Factoids • Antarctica is roughly one and a half times the size of Europe and around 60 times bigger than the U.K. (don’t get lost!). • The continent of Antarctica is the only continent on Earth with no “indigenous” people – fancy-speak for “locals.” There are a few thousand research scientists who have set up bases to study the continent, but no one really goes there to live. • It is the coldest, windiest, highest and driest continent on Earth - Antarctica is technically a frozen desert. • The coldest temperature recorded at any place on Earth was the Vostok Station, Antarctica, in July 1983. The temperature fell to -192 degrees F/-89 degrees C. - A Young Scientist’s Guide to defying DISASTERS with skill & daring by James Doyle *** “When I was a young subaltern in the South African War, the water was not fit to drink. To make it palatable we had to add whisky. By diligent

effort I learned to like it.” – Sir Winston Churchill

*** Silly sayings • I BEFORE E. Except when eight feisty neighbors seize a surfeit of weighty heifers. • The PAST, the PRESENT and the FUTURE walked into a bar... IT WAS TENSE. • There. Their. They’re not the same.

The El Paso de Robles Area Historical presents it’s annual “Pioneer Families Exhibit,” showcasing the history of four North County pioneer families, including Pioneer Day Marshal Norm Bridge and Queen Norma Moye. In the Paso Robles Carnegie Library, downtown city park, through November 15, 2013. Admission is free. For further information call 238-4996.

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Wiener Dog Races Calling all wiener dogs and wiener wannabes to the 6th Annual Dogtoberfest Celebration on Saturday, October 5, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Atascadero Lake Park. Save the date for this family-friendly, wild and wacky event featuring wiener dog races; wiener wannabe races (for any breed of dog 25 pounds or less); an Elks BBQ; raffles; vendors including pet micro-chipping; and dog costume contest. This year they have added a Puppy Division – any wiener pup or wannabe pup under one year, under 25 pounds! Cost for pre-registration for racers is $15 per dog; walk in registration day of event is $20. Elks BBQ is $10 for adults; $5 for kids. All other events are free. Race registration is available at all Lemos Feed & Pet Supply stores. For more information call Jan Wolff at 461-5749.

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Warbirds Over Paso Update By Bruce Curtis Airshow goers love the Mustang. The P 51, America’s most prolific World War II fighter, is a legend with such legs that it is difficult to separate fact from mythology. Take, for instance, the false story that the designer sketched the P 51 on a cocktail napkin, and scarcely six weeks later, the prototype flew. That first flight did occur in a record five months after it was designed, but the real story of the P 51 is one of human dynamics. The Mustang wasn’t made of magic, it was built from brute American know-how; 75,000 manhours from a team of aeronautical experts, cutting-edge technology tuned in wind tunnels and an unlikely dose of Teutonic efficiency. North American Aviation president James “Dutch” Kindelberger was a 2nd generation German-American, which opened doors when Kindelberger visited the Reich in 1938, three years before America had entered the war. Two of those doors were of German aircraft makers Messerschmitt and Heinkel, which even then were working on jet-age tech like swept wings and turbine powered bombers. Dutch realized America had some serious catch-up to do. Quietly he made notes...written and mental. When his company put the Mustang into production, Dutch put those lessons to work, creating a production line so efficient, nearly 900 came forth every month during peak production. Sometimes they had to sit on the ramp; the supply of ferry pilots couldn’t keep up. Kindelberger’s company went on to make both the X15 rocket plane and the Apollo moon ships. Shows you what can happen when a West Virginia mountain boy and a small airplane parts maker get together. We emphasize the P 51, because Warbirds over Paso 2013 will feature not one or two, but eight of Kindelberger’s WW II wunderkind. The show theme, of really ‘being there’, will ring true when you can walk down a line of Mustangs, imagining them prepping for a dawn sortie across occupied Europe. You can be forgiven for thinking the P 51 looks oddly modern in its lines; the structure and wing represented a break with 1930’s airplane design, and even that era had been known for revolutionary advances.

The P 51 had one of the new laminar flow wings, designed to delay the often deadly effects of pushing an old school wing too close to the speed of sound. Her carefully shaped lines were sculpted to slip through the air with little drag; air feels pretty thick at 400 MPH. The Mustang had to be designed with care if the plane was to fulfill its long-range mission, getting bomber crews home alive by escorting them deep into Germany. No other fighter could fly far enough. Mustangs bore the brunt from attacking German pursuit planes and historians say they turned the tide of the air war in Europe. Allied bombers could finally get through, cutting off German supply lines and shutting down weapons factories. Sherm Smoot is familiar with the risks of flying a WW II era plane. Smoot, the director of Warbirds Over Paso sponsor, Estrella Warbirds Museum, flew one in a similar battle, fighting for 1st place in the Reno Air Races when his highly modified Russian Yak II lost engine power. The Yak had the glide angle of the space shuttle, so Smoot pushed the nose way down to maintain speed, landing hot. When it looked like he might run out of runway, Smoot spun the plane around on the ground, scuffing off speed in a damaging ground-loop. Not to be deterred, Smoot was back in Reno for the 2013 unlimited class race, his steed, Czech Mate, previously fully restored and itching to win. We caught up with him at Reno Stead airport, running on adrenaline, hawking 2013 Warbirds Over Paso. “We’re going to have probably 40 warbirds, its going to be pretty impressive,” Smoot enthuses, as he preps for another 480 MPH run around the race pylons at Stead Field. The show is coming up Saturday, October 5th, when Estrella Warbirds Museum and Planes of Fame Air Museum of Chino partner to put on Warbirds over Paso, the biggest regional aviation event in central California at Paso Robles Airport. 2013 will be the second year of collaboration, and the goal is clear, to make Paso Robles the premier airshow event in Central California. Estrella museum volunteers have worked hard to bring out a bevy of historic aircraft, but this year, the news is reenactors: volunteer actors dressed in WW II uniforms, manning field hospitals, engaging in historic activities from a recreated Army field bivouac. The result will be an immersive historical experience that may make

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You’ll be able to see eight P 51 Mustangs along with the Russian Yak9U, the return of the Flying Wing and many more aircraft at the 2nd Warbirds Over Paso Air Show on Saturday, October 5.

you wonder which century you’re in. That’s the goal of show director Scott Stelze and a staff of retro airplane buffs tasked with creating a huge regional event, October 5th. The museum’s goal for 2013 Warbirds is to put more historical cars and other vehicles on the tarmac. Many frame-up restorations will be on hand to complement the thunder from Eddy Andreini’s P 51 and Dennis Sanders’ British Hawker Sea Fury. Admission to the all-day airshow is $20, with $5 off, purchased online, (www.ewarbirds.org/ airshow). For more information, call 427-0440.

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HARRY OVITT

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Chairman Pioneer Day Committee 2013 It is my honor to welcome our com-

munity to the 83rd anniversary of Pioneer Day. On behalf of the Pioneer Day Committee and the volunteers, I hope you’ll join us on October 12 for one of the best parades you’ll see anywhere and a day filled with family activities. I’m looking forward to working with all of you in the coming years to preserve our Pioneer Day as the longest running “Paso Robles tradition.” In 1931, Reverend Thackery started this tradition by paying tribute to the pioneers and their descendants who built and maintained our friendly hometown. The community gathering also saluted our neighbors from Templeton on the south, to Bradley on the north, from Shandon on the east and to Bryson-Hesperia on the west; who continue to contribute to the vitality and spirit of our city. Pioneer Day is unique. The whole day is free and funded by the business people, generous private citizens and hundreds of volunteers who say, “Leave Your Pocketbook at Home!” Now 83 years later, the tradition continues with our famous parade, the Old Timers Luncheon, Royalty luncheons, teas for the Queen, Belles and their attendants, and the Pre-Pioneer Day Dance that was held in September. On parade day, the Lions Club is up early to cook enough beans to feed the crowd around noon. Folks come down early; lining the streets with chairs for the parade and finding a good spot in the park for family reunions. The Little Cowgirl/ Cowboy and Children’s Pet show are held in the gazebo. After the parade, Pioneer Park and the Pioneer Museum are filled with activities for the rest of the afternoon. Our collection of antique tractors, wagons, buggies and farm equipment is one of the best in the United States. With marching bands, floats, teams of horses, old cars, horseshoe pitching and Dutch oven cooking, there is something for everyone! Hundreds of volunteers work behind the scenes all year long to make this celebration entertaining and interesting for our community. I hope that you, your friends and family enjoy the day, learn about our heritage and honor our pioneer families and businesses.

Co-Chairman Pioneer Day Committee 2013

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

7:00 a.m. The Lions Club starts cooking the beans in the City Park

7:30 a.m. Antique/Classic Car Judging, King’s Oil Tools, 2235 Spring St.

8:00 a.m. Children’s Pet Show in the City Park Gazebo, 14 and under

8:30 a.m. Little Cowgirl/Cowboy Contest in the City Park Gazebo

10:00 a.m. The 83rd Annual Pioneer Day Parade, starts at 17th and Spring Street

12:00 noon Free Bean feed in the City Park

1:00 p.m. Band Concert in the City Park Gazebo

12:00 noon Carnegie Library/Historical Museum opens in City Park

1:00 p.m. Horseshoe Pitching Contest, City Park

1:00 p.m. Old Gas Engine Show, Pioneer Park

1:00 p.m. Pioneer Museum open to visitors on Riverside Avenue

1:00 p.m. Wagon & Tractor Display, Dutch Oven Cookin’, Mule Packing Demonstration at Pioneer Museum Be sure to check out the old Pioneer Family Window Displays in Downtown Businesses. Visit: www.pasoroblespioneerday.org

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Howdy everybody, it’s that time again, Pioneer Day! The Pioneer Day Board of Directors and committee members appreciate its supporters and volunteers that help put on Pioneer Day. Without them, it would be very difficult to put on this historic day. A special thanks to the City of Paso Robles for their continued support. When I was asked to be on the Pioneer Board of Directors, I wasn’t sure if I was worthy to be with so many people who I have known and been important influences in my life. These board members are some of the most hard working, respected people I have ever been associated with. But after past Chairman Wade Taylor convinced me, as only Wade can do, I knew that I made the right choice. Again, it is an honor to be on the Pioneer Day Committee and to be chosen as the Co-Chairman. It has been a pleasure working with Chairman Harry Ovitt, Wade Taylor and all board members. The board and volunteers generously give their time to put things together behind the scenes that lead up to Pioneer Day. Without these folks, there would not be a Pioneer Day. The history and tradition of Pioneer Day goes back 83 years. The committee upholds the tradition and still lives by the motto, “Leave Your Pocketbook at Home” and rushing to the City Park to get a pot of free beans. But the days of local business owners like Kirby Brush of Heaton’s, Jimmy Claussen at the Mercantile, Les Dauth at Dauth Leisey’s and Don Orcutt at Orcutt’s Market are in the past. Now we have challenges of instilling the historic tradition to today’s merchants, business people and families that may be new to the area or visiting. Congratulations to all of our royalty and a special thanks to Tom Madden, Steve Hansen and sons, and the tractor crew for getting the historic tractors running and on the road! Thanks to the Pre-Pioneer Day Dance committee for their work to keep Pioneer Day going for our children and generations to come! We sincerely thank Paso Robles Rotary, Firestone/Walker Brewery, the volunteers and you, our citizens, families and visitors that come out and enjoy the day! Remember “Leave Your Pocketbook at Home!”

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By Barbara Rowland Editor’s Note: This is a reprint, updated, of an article written by Barbara Rowland for the first issue of Paso Robles Magazine, May 1, 2001 and appearing again in 2005. It seems like a good time to once again educate area newcomers about this incredible tradition that is Pioneer Day! Thanks, yet again, Barbara!

It’s refreshing to know that a Paso Robles tradition - started 83 years ago on Columbus Day, October 12, 1931 still endures, “Pioneer Day.” Paso Robles and the surrounding farming communities had just recovered from the drought of 1898 and were emerging from the throes of the Great Depression. Many had lost their stock and not seen a productive crop; the economy was unstable and spirits were low. An idea to unite the farmers, livestock ranchers and city folks was formed. The first organizational meeting was held on May 28, 1931, at St. James Episcopal Church with the Reverend Charles L. (Dean) Thackeray presiding as chairman laid out plans for this important event. Along with the guidance of Thackeray, first meeting attendees included Mrs. R. C. Heaton, H. G. & Mrs. Merrill, Stewart Campbell, Mrs. Oscar Steaffens, H. G. Cates, J. Terry Davis, Gene Booth and James I. Cousins. Cousins was an agent for Crocker Bank and in charge of the McDonald estate on the Carissa Plains at that time giving him the opportunity to see, first hand, the ranchers’ plight. From its inception, Pioneer Day was to be a day of relaxation and pleasure for the farmers, a day of camaraderie, and free of any charges to the farmer who had supplied the staples on city citizens’ kitchen tables....a day of Paso Robles’ “thanksgiving.” Thackeray obtained the enthusiastic cooperation of the community for this annual celebration. The name,“Pioneer Day,”was selected from a list of many after an essay contest sponsored by the Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce. The first Belle, Ann (Casper) Jordon, was elected by popular vote of ten cents each vote. There was no Queen for the first celebration but there were five “Pioneer Lassies” - Belle Ann Casper, Bee Glass, Hazel Ernst, Elizabeth Hibbard and Olive Street – riding on the float constructed by the Chamber of Commerce. Walter I. Brush served as Grand Marshal with Sam Eddy as his assistant Marshal in 1931. The slogan, “Leave Your Pocketbook at Home” was coined by Rev. Thackeray and still serves as the official watch-word. At the first Pioneer Day Central Committee meeting it was decided the day would be sponsored by churches, service clubs and businesses. H. G. Merrill was elected secretary; S. Campbell declined the nomination for treasurer

83 Year Tradition

“Leave your pocketbook at home”

At the top, from the 1935 parade, Pioneer Day Marshal Daniel Stuart Lewis, along with Queen Anna Baker, riding on his left side, and Lucy Brown, from Shandon, on his right, caught in front of the former Hotel El Paso de Robles. Above right, Sam Eddy, assistant Marshal, Pioneer Day 1931, Spring Street between 12th & 13th. Above left, the 14 mule jerk line team.

and Gene Booth took over the duties. Pioneer Day was to fall on Columbus Day, no matter what day of the week it was, but that was altered a few years later to enable more school bands and out of town guests to attend and participate in the parade. Those in attendance at the second meeting on June 10, 1931, at the Guild Hall included: Thackeray, Episcopal Church; Hal Merrill, J. Billy Brown; Chris Jorgenson, Union area; Max Oeck, American Legion; James I. Cousins, Catholic Church; Harry Edwards, Christian Church; Clark S. Smith, Methodist Church; Gene Booth, Rotary Club; Ellis Weist, Exchange Club; Mrs. Rollo Dresser, P.T.A.; Mrs. Claude Azbell, P.T.A.; and Chris Jespersen, Farm Bureau. The committee found a wagon in the Lockwood area by their October 5 meeting and decided it would be pulled by a 14 mule jerk line team and the highlight of the parade was the appearance of Ed Birmingham (Shandon) with his 14mule team overland freight train. Many farm centers sent decorated automobiles and there were two dozen floats. Following the parade was a gala basket picnic in the City Park. Communities of Oak Flat, Shandon, Willow Creek, Lockwood, Templeton, Union, Adelaida, and others, congregated under their “community tree.” Distributed

were 1500 bottles of milk and 3850 cups of free coffee. In years to follow, beans, hauled from Hearne in King City, and beef stew would be served to the throngs who attended. In the afternoon there was a band concert, a horseshoe tournament, baseball game between city and country, a football game between high school and alumni, an old-time dance, games and foot-races. The first Parade consisted of five divisions: “Paso Robles Primeval” (schools and P.T.A.); “Indians & Padres” (Legion, 20-30 Club) and ‘friendly Indians”; “Spanish Days” (Women’s organizations) with William Jeffrey as Juan Baptista DeAnza and Spanish riders; “Pioneers of Paso Robles” (Rotary, Exchange Clubs), mounted color guard, covered wagons, jerk-line teams, pioneer riders; and “Paso Robles of Today” (Chamber of Commerce), the Belles of Pioneer Day. The cost estimate of the 1931 event was $300 and $310.53 was collected. In 1932 Olive Cammack was Pioneer Belle, Mrs. Jennie Wiley was ordained Queen by then Mayor Orcutt, and Walter I. Brush again served as Grand Marshal. More than 4,000 were served barbecue, according to B. J. Dougherty, chairman. By 1933, all citizens were asked to adopt pioneer or Spanish costumes for

the day. Store fronts were decorated, concessions were banned and prizes were given for displays of antiques in store windows. Tons of fresh meat were prepared in huge cauldrons and served piping hot to Paso Robles guests. The stew was made according to a recipe developed by Roy Cammack, a Paso Robles butcher. Many gallons of fresh coffee and thousands of rolls were distributed to picnickers. Fresh bottled milk and graham crackers were given to the youngsters. Preparations were begun days in advance and all work was done by volunteers from the Paso Robles Fire Department and Legionnaires. Subsequent Parades had themes of “Old Susanna,” “California Under Twelve Flags,” “Cycle of the Salinas Valley,” and “Cavalcade of the Pioneers.” In 1939 days and whole weekends were fun and frolics for the “pioneers” as they forgot, temporarily, the seriousness of building new towns and cities. They re-lived this lighter vein of pioneering and began a Pre-Pioneer Day Dance the week before at the Memorial Hall and sponsored jointly by the Rotary, Exchange, 20-30, and Lions Clubs of Paso Robles. Wheels of fortune spun, ivories rolled, the cardboards ruffled, and people danced the night away, with proceeds of the evening given to the Pioneer Day Committee to help defray expenses for the “free day” the following weekend. As the 1939 Chamber of Commerce President, A. F. Trussler, so eloquently stated, “As President of the Paso Robles Community Chamber of Commerce and member of the Pioneer Day Central Committee, I wish to take this opportunity for thanking the residents of the Paso Robles trading area and their friends who have so generously helped make Pioneer Day the grand success it has always been. For 364 days of the year the business people of Paso Robles derive their livelihood from the residents of this trading area and to partially compensate for, and to express their appreciation of your patronage, we again extend to you a cordial invitation to participate in the Pioneer Day festivities in Paso Robles this year on October 12.” This October 12, 2013, on the Saturday closest to Columbus Day, once again Paso Robles will roll out its red carpet to visitors and guests to come celebrate a day of neighborliness with a free bean feed in the City Park, dances, horse show activities at the Fairgrounds, and demonstrations of operating antique farm equipment at the Pioneer Museum. Children will dress their pets in pioneer costumes, men will grow beards for the Whiskerino Contest and the downtown store-front windows will be decorated with relics of our past and, as in 1931, everyone will be invited to come for Pioneer Day and “leave your pocketbooks at home.”

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PIONEER DAY 2013 The 83rd Year

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By Millie Drum When you see the iconic Conestoga wagon on the corner of 10th and Spring, it’s a reminder that the big celebration is right around the corner. The weather is usually pretty good to us. The folks start lining up their chairs early, so get your shady spot and settle in for one of the best parades you will ever see! Newcomers, visitors and the families that trace their roots and family history to the Paso Robles area gather to celebrate the tradition that has remained true for 83 years.

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Car buffs get a preview and see the judges in action as they rate the best antique and classic car parade entries at King’s Oil Tools at 2235 Spring Street. At 8 and 8:30 a.m. come to the City Park Gazebo for the Children’s Pet Show and Little Cowgirl/Cowboy contests. The pets and kids are encouraged to wear Pioneer Day costumes. Don’t miss seeing some of the most obedient pets, cutest kids and proudest parents you’ll ever see!

co holds the record for the number of years at the bean pots...also about 40! Meanwhile Darryl Drum (carefully!) fires up the propane flames under the 100 gallon bean The Pioneer Day Parade starts at pots as the water and hundreds of pounds of 10 a.m. sharp! Rotary Club Hosts the Old Timers Instead of announcing the parade at 12th and “fixin’s” are dumped into the pots. Yes! Pounds! Luncheon on October 10 Spring, Norma Moye will ride in the Queen’s 1200 beans, 500 ground beef, 350 onions, 100 When a bunch of “Old Timers” (usually carriage with her daughter Patti Baldwin and green peppers, 24 “secret” spices and 50 salt around 500 of them!) get together, it’s just like cousin Roni Richetti Watson surrounded by totaling 2,224 pounds...just 16 short of a the good ol’ days! While the passing of some Marshal Norm Bridge, Belle Madison Rae long ton! The stirring starts at dawn and quits of our finest Old Timers is reason to pause and Heely and her attendants. “Life on the Farm” is around noon when the beans are done! This remember, the next the theme this year! Vin- year, signs designating the areas surrounding generation of men tage and antique tractors, Paso Robles will be posted in the City Park for is coming up strong; plows, wagons, buggies, family reunions. many of whom will vehicles and farm equip- After the Parade be attending their ment will be rolled out It’s time to enjoy a free lunch and a concert in first Old Timers of the barn again. Some the gazebo! Families have gathered for reunions, Luncheon at noon may be sputtering, clank- folks are viewing the Pioneer displays in the on Thursday, Ocing and straining...but still local storefronts and making plans to visit the tober 10 at the PR running...just as they were Pioneer Park and Pioneer Museum at 1 p.m. for Events Center. Arwhen the pioneers of our the Old Gas Engine Show, wagon and tractor riving at 10 a.m. area worked their land. No display, Dutch oven cooking and a mule packing for “Attitude Adjustment” allows time to visit matter how many times demonstration. and get down to business – handshakes, pats you’ve seen this parade, on the back and yes...storytelling! To attend keep in mind that it is one Keep the Tradition Alive! the luncheon as Rotary’s guest one must have of the biggest and best of As Supervisor and former Paso Robles Mayor lived in the area for at least 50 years. The cost for Frank Mecham has said many times, “Pioneer its kind in our country. those attending with an Old Timer is $15. ConDay is Paso Robles’ Thanksgiving.” This traditact Mark Perry jnekat@charter.net or Vince The Biggest FREE Bean Feed Anywhere! tion will live on in the spirit that its foundVanderlip vince101@pacbell.net or mail a note It’s just a routine day for Larry Eastwood ers intended with the generous monetary and to PR Rotary Club, P.O. Box 3641, Paso Robles, who rises before dawn every day to open Vic’s in-kind donations from the community. Visit Café. Larry says he’s lost count of how many www.pasoroblespioneerday.org to donate, stay 93447 to be added to the Old Timers list. Paso Robles Rotary Club was chartered 5 years he’s been in charge of the beans...but it’s informed and get involved! You’ll see its hisyears before the first Pioneer Day in 1931 making close to 40! Lions Club members, most of tory and recognize that not much has changed the club’s tradition of service to the community whom “know the drill!” show up early to start over the years. And that’s exactly what Pioneer an integral part of life here in the North County. the stirring! After Larry, Mayor Duane Pican- Day is all about!

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Pioneer Day Queen

Norma Moye

Her office in a downtown alley now is famous, much photographed and visited. What she does there, with a little army of volunteers, has garnered state and national acclaim. In Washington, DC, and across the nation, Norma is revered for her feisty ways and forward-thinking. She was 80 years old in July, and she goes to work every day. “I have things to do,” she says. In the nation’s Capitol, the National Trust for Historic Preservation saluted her achievement, and the National Main Street Center published the news in an article this year. “I’m an octomanager,” Norma muses, flipping through the magazine profile of Main Street directors who still run programs in their eighties. Cheerfully she notes she is the youngest of the three. “I haven’t grown old yet,” she chuckles. “There’s always someone older than me.” Main Street introduced this small-town girl to urban design, and she found the perfect marriage when she was hired to run the Paso Robles organization. It has lasted more than 20 years and is the longest marriage of her life. She brushes dust from old photographs, reminiscing, and a perfect symmetry fills the house as this descendant of Italian immigrants prepares for Pioneer Day. It lets her swing easily between her heritage in historic downtown Paso Robles and the urban principles that helped her save it. *** Norma is the great-granddaughter of Carlo Ronconi, who left his family behind in Genoa, Italy, and came with his brother to California in 1886. He landed a job with a stagecoach line, riding shotgun between Santa Cruz and San Luis Obispo. In 1887, Carlo leased acreage north of San Luis Obispo with his brother and a partner

Norma’s Pioneer Day attendants are daughter Patti Vanderlip Baldwin and her cousin Roni Richetti Watson.

and developed a large farm to deliver produce to the growing settlements nearby. They were successful enough to expand their operation a By Chris Weygandt Alba few years later, leasing the Ascuncion Ranch Some people would call it quaint, the rein Atascadero. Carlo soon could afford to bring his wife vival of rural Americana that rolls into this and family from Italy, and by 1895, the Roncity every October and declares again, in the coni family could invest in land of their own. voices of mules, wagons, and antiquated farm They chose Paso Robles, buying acreage and machines, the testimony of pioneers. constructing wells for a vegetable business on Some would call it quaint that we close our Salinas Street. It now is called Paso Robles stores, leave our wallets at home, and eat free Street, and the Ronconi Wells are still used by beans while mingling in the park. the city. And some might look at Norma Moye, Carlo’s son Charles became a merchant presiding over Pioneer Day with Marshal downtown. He ran the Star Rooming House Norm Bridge, and think: “Norma is the Queen on Park Street and served as the town’s first of Quaint.” fire chief. But they would underestimate this Queen. Dominic Richetti arrived in 1904 and found She is vivacious, yes, and resplendent in her work on Carlo’s truck farm. He married Carlo period costume, charming, with a quaint little and Francesca’s daughter Teodora a year later, dash of elderly too. And she lives in a big old and the couple built a home and a dairy on house that’s very quaint, where she’s made a Ronconi property, so they could deliver milk refuge for every homeless relic that wanders to as well as produce to the townspeople of Paso her door, welcoming them to snuggle up with Robles. As the Richettis raised five children, all the other artifacts she has accumulated Dominic took on another job, working for the through the years. railroad as a flagman at the 13th Street cross “I save everything,” she says as she wanders ing. through it on a recent morning, recollecting The Italian contingent grew again this and that. She was the shy child in 1932, when Fernando Della Bitta of Italian pioneers, and she hid beleft his homeland and established the hind her mother’s skirts while growHotel D’Italian on Pine Street. Serving up downtown. She dreamed of ing as both hotelkeeper and grocer, he marriage, children, and gardening, captured the heart of the Richettis’ and she broke the crippling hold middle daughter, Frances, who joined of shyness by forcing herself to step him in the business when they marforward and speak up. ried. Later they sold it and opened The artifacts show that Norma Ferdy’s Bar down the street. grew and bloomed and raised four Norma, their only child, was born in children, and then she grew again. 1933, but with both parents occupied She lived her entire life in the small and living at their business, Norma town where she was born. was raised by her grandparents Teo But a strange thing happened dora and Dominic. Salinas Street along the way: Norma Moye became was countryside then, separated from a national leader in the revitalization Norma Della Bitta Vanderlip Moye with her “greatest achievement”: her family. town by open land. of historic downtowns.

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Norma savors the memories of polenta, tomatoes, blackberries, and cream, and she knows she learned a lot of important things in those 12 years. “My grandmother was tough,” Norma says. “She ran the farm, and she taught me right from wrong or I’d get a bean stick over my head. We worked, worked, worked. They always spoke to me in Italian and laughed when I tried to answer in Italian. I didn’t like that, so I gave up and just spoke English. “I didn’t know how to talk to people. I always had to push myself and then, when I took risks, I could say to myself, That wasn’t as bad as my head kept saying it might be. I was afraid to go to college because I was afraid to leave my hometown. Marriage was very important to me and so were children. I dreamed I would be the perfect housewife, cooking, gardening, caring for my children and my home. “Instead I had two husbands and I have been divorced twice and I’m sorry they didn’t work out. I raised four wonderful children but I had jobs with long hard hours, and I learned I’m better at work than marriage. I learned that I can take care of myself. I learned you can have it all but not all at once. I’m still learning.” *** Here’s what became of that little girl: Norma got busy. She joined everything in high school. She was head cheerleader; she was May Queen; she married Paso Robles Bearcat football star Manford Vanderlip. She typed fast, got a job. She had four children and loved them fiercely. She worked up through the retail business and managed all four Redi Western stores. She divorced, remarried, got a real estate license, went into development. She was a top-producing agent, a Roblan of the Year, and the first woman president of the Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce. She joined boards and committees and founded the local historical society with Virginia Peterson. She helped save the Carnegie Library, build the North County campus of Cuesta College, bring the Amtrak train to Paso Robles, and became the director of the Paso Robles Business Improvement District. Then downtown Paso Robles began to die, as downtowns were dying all across American, abandoned as the suburbs grew and “big box stores” sprang up in them. The worried city looked into a nonprofit program called Main Street that seemed to help other cities revitalize their dying, vacant, downtown cores. They brought it to Paso Robles in the late 1980s, and three years later, their director moved on. Norma applied for the post in 1992 and got hired. It was an enormous undertaking on a shoestring, entirely volunteer driven, except for Norma and her assistant. She found the passion of her life. “You could have shot off a cannon downtown back then and not hit anyone in the evenings,” Norma says. “Downtown had no anchor, nothing here to draw the people.”

Working closely with the city’s community development director, Bob Lata, she got the city to agree that a theater complex could be built only in the downtown core, not in the big box developments on the edges of town. The cinema complex was a turning point. There were historic buildings to restore and property owners willing to work with Norma. There were guidelines to develop, and small businesses to rally, and community functions to organize to draw the customers in, and volunteers poured in from the community. Norma pauses in her preparations for Pioneer Day to read a couple of things about the philosophy of urban design: “Downtowns are the repository of the community’s collective memory... The central place theory of downtown is that people gather together there to share goods and ideas... The downtown core is the expression of the collective mind and spirit of the community...” She’s excited by these ideas and reads some more.

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“Good downtowns are living things: they thrive on people, architecture, parks, good walking places, community gathering space.” She is reading now from the writings of her own volunteers, from the application they wrote for the National Great American Main City Award. “This downtown is the living heart of our community,” she reads, and her eyes are shining when she looks up, because we went on to win that national award, as we have won every major state award in Norma’s tenure at the helm of the Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Association. *** Pioneer Day Queen Norma Moye represents both the history and the future of Paso Robles.

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Left: Norma’s great-grandparents, Carlo and Francesca Ronconi, grew produce for the town near what is now Paso Robles Street. The city still uses water pumped from the Ronconi wells. Above: Norma spent her early years on the Ronconi farm with grandparents Dominic and Teodora (Ronconi) Richetti.

“I am a workaholic,” she says. “There is so much to do and so little time. I read everything about my job that I can get my hands on. “All the awards I have received through the years were not earned overnight. You build a dream one day at a time. What you put into life is always returned, so I say be generous with your time, talent and possessions. “I love my community and its people, and it has been returned full force. I’ve always believed it is an extension of my family. I am grateful for all the volunteers who have worked with me. I’ve learned a lot from them. I’ve found that people appreciate a pat on the back, a hand-written note, and they will continue to offer their help when they are recognized for their efforts. “My greatest achievement is my children, and my grandchildren, and my great-grandchild. And second to them, I’m proud of my accomplishments with my job. I have been able to lead an organization that has successfully revitalized our downtown. I love my job. “I think you leave a legacy when you make it a better place because you were here. I am so grateful to still be alive, working, and enjoying life. I lost my daughter Vicki and my grandson Tyler, and I know what grief feels like. When things get too much to handle, I know I can turn it over to a universal power and the answer will come. I believe we are never alone. I believe that it will get better. “The mind is a powerful tool and along with faith, you can move mountains if you keep a positive attitude. I’ve learned that it can take five to eight years to complete a project, but if you don’t give up, if you keep your vision, it is always worth the waiting and the patience.” Then she steps out One of the many faces of Norma Moye, award-winof her house, closes the ning executive director door, and goes back to of the Paso Robles Main Street Association. work.

PIONEER DAY 2013

Pioneer Day Marshal

Norm Bridge

By Chuck Desmond Gentle, Humble, Honest, Caring, A True Advocate For Paso Robles. These are five of the traits that make Norman Bridge so worthy to be the Marshal for the 2013 Pioneer Day celebration. If all the rest of Norm’s traits were listed, there wouldn’t be space for any of his story! Norm, as he is called by everyone, is now 88; he was born on April 8, 1925 in Long Beach. His father was a man who instilled in him the traits of working hard. That was proven by his career choices. Norm’s dad earned his livelihood as a brick mason and a lather. However, for some wild reason, he decided to move the family to The Estrella Area and bought 160 acres to become a dairyman at the age of forty-nine! Norm groaned but he worked like a slave anyway. After finishing at Pleasant Valley Grade School, where there was a total of seven kids in the whole place, Norm went to Paso High. In 1943, WWII was heating up and Norm decided that getting up at 4 a.m. to milk cows had just about come to an end for him. He figured if he was in the military, he could at least sleep-in until 6 a.m.! Norm always liked the sea and went to Fresno to enlist in the Navy – three months before graduation! On the way there, he came down with a terrible case of the flu and of course was immediately rejected from enlisting. But, the Coast Guard, which was under the Navy’s leadership, was more than glad to have him. For the next three years, “Swabbie Bridge” was on patrol out of Seattle, sailed on the USS Westwind icebreaker and then spent two years on a trooptransport ship ferrying as many as 5,400 troops at a time to battle zones. On a stop-over in New Guinea, the ship’s mail delivered a letter to Norm. Paso High’s

principal had decided that he was goodenough and close-enough to finishing his classes that he awarded him his degree and then sent it around the world to catch up with him! When Norm’s tour of duty was over, he and his brother, Don, decided they’d go into business doing custom and contract harvesting for the Estrella ranches. They also were going to raise cattle on 200 acres. Only one problem with that plan: the D-4 crawler, disc and harvester were all lined up but there was no money to buy the equipment! The men went to Harlow Ford, President of the local Bank of America at that time, and pleaded their case and laid out the fledgling business plan. Politely they were told that with no

Working twelve hour shifts, the two men worked virtually around the clock. They received contracts everywhere and within two years, the loans were repaid! That was a very good thing because at the same time, Norm was now courting Miss Frances Berta who worked at Wallace Machinery. Picking up Frances for a date, her relatives were discussing a gunsmith school in Lassen Country. Young Mr. Bridge had a fondness for guns since he was a small lad. Within two weeks, Norm investigated the school and sold his half of the business to his brother! Norm Bridge, Paso’s future gunsmith extraordinaire, was on his way to school in Susanville for two years! He and Frances saw each other whenever Norm could get back to Paso. 1951 was the breakout year for Norm. He had his diploma, his certification, his gun smithing tools, a bit of work experience under his belt and he was still courting Frances! Norm opened his first store in an abandoned radiator shop on Pine Street. With a total of two guns and five boxes of ammo, the “Open for Business” sign was hung in the window. Results weren’t meteoric but each month was better and Norm’s skills coupled to a “draw-ya-in personality,” made the business flourish. He’d even saved enough money to buy a house and then he pulled off the best deal ever – Frances finally said YES to the marriage proposal! They married in 1953 and son, Art was born two years later in 1955. It took two more business moves but then in 1965, the Bridge Sportsmen’s Center came to fruition on Spring Top: Early family, Norm in left rear, from 1946. Street where it is today. Top right: Norm’s parents, Meryl and Art. Art, began working with Above left: Norm on a cow, about age 12. dad in earnest then (he Above: A deer hunt in 1947. Norm is third was 10 years old) and from the left. Frances continued as Left: Norm and Frances, 1951 wedding photo. the keeper of the books collateral, there was nothing that could be done and records. Bridge Sportmen’s Center is to get them a loan. Norm said it was the sad- virtually tied as the #1 oldest familydest day of his life. He simply couldn’t believe owned business in Paso. Gene Rauch of they had been turned down. Miracles happen Gene’s Upholstery is the other one. and three days later, he got a phone call to come Please see MARSHAL page 26 pick up the money – they were approved!

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MARSHAL from page 24 In the first days of December, 2003, Norm and Frances Bridge were debt-free. A lifetime of hard work, perseverance, staying-the-course and luck had paid off. Retirement was actually going to be a reality. Then came the earthquake and within one day, all things changed. For four years, the business was completely shut down while the aftermath was slogged through at a pace so slow that watching paint dry was warp-speed! With their backs against the wall every single day, our Parade Marshal, Norm Bridge, just didn’t give up. Most likely, the ever-present smile and pat on the back missed a few steps but he hung on. While the building was demolished, the ever-faithful customers disappeared from the cash register. But they never left him on a personal basis! And, it’s Norm’s strongest and fondest understanding of the town and the people he lovingly calls home and family. That’s El Paso de Paso, right there! We could end this fitting tribute-story right here but it wouldn’t be complete. 2007 saw the re-opening of the store and the retirement of Frances from her life-long job. Art’s wife, Debbie, a Paso gal herself, came on board to replace Frances and the next generation was now firmly in place and it still is today as well. So, tell us Norm, what would you like to say to the 30,000 residents that are reading this article?

“That’s easy,” he says. “I’ve spent a life here and I’ve watched the surprising growth. I attribute it to those who were here and those who chose to make Paso their home; they brought ideas, energy and creativity. I also can’t say enough about Queen Norma. She deserves all the recognition and praise that can be given. Her spirit and devotion are without rebuttal. What a godsend she has been! “I’ve repaired an average of 2-3 guns per day and I’ve sold thousands of them. Because of that, I’ve been blessed to meet so many Roblans and call them my friends. They stuck with me and they came back when we re-opened. They said they would – and they did! That life has afforded me the

Far left: Norm, Art and Frances in the store, from 1965, and left, the store reopening in 2007. Above left: Norm and Frances 2007. Above: Norm, Debbie and Art.

opportunity to hunt and fish in all areas of the western states. Once I calculated that I’ve spent a full four years of my life on earth doing just that! “While I have always loved Paso and this city-wide tribute is shocking and surprising, it does indeed take second place to Frances. Frances is the best treasure I ever had! How could I be so lucky? Thank you everyone! You’ve made me feel so special that I am speechless in trying to tell you properly how much you all mean to me!” Well folks, that does it. But, on behalf of all of us – Norm, congratulations on this award and title. It’s well deserved and may God bless you and the Bridge family for years and years. Thank you for being an inspiration to the town you call home!

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The Belle of Pioneer Day 2013, Madison Rae Heely, is the sixthgeneration descendent of a family who still owns and operates a cattle ranching operation in the Bitterwater Valley area of Cholame. Her parents are Robert and Jill Twisselman Heely. She has an older brother, Brant, and an older sister, Kaitlin, who was a Belle Attendant in 2009. Madison’s grandparents are Loretta Connors Twisselman, the late James “Buster” Twisselman, Anita Heely Rambo, and the late Ray Heely. Madison’s great-great-great grandfather Heinrich Twisselman came to the United States on a Danish whaling vessel to San Francisco in 1862. Heinrich married Elizabeth Meng, daughter of Sebastian Meng, Jr., and Anna Wilham, and the couple migrated south in 1878 to operate a dairy farm in San Luis Obispo on property that is now owned by Cal Poly State University. When Heinrich’s death left Elizabeth alone to raise five children, she moved her family in 1886 to her parents’ homestead in the Cholame area. A few miles away, in 1887 William and Leatta Cook homesteaded in the Bitterwater Valley after moving west from Georgia. These great-great grandparents of Madison farmed and raised sheep and cattle, and a few de-

cades later, they would be united with the Twisselman family through the 12th-born of their 14 children. Meanwhile,the middle Twisselman son, Christian, became a farmer in his own right and married Eleanora Anderson of the Willow Creek area after meeting her at a harvest meal. These great-great grandparents of Madison purchased what became known as the family “Home Place” in Bitterwater Valley in 1904, building a sheep and cattle enterprise in their lifetime that extended over 100,000 acres and 10,000 head of livestock. In 1907, their son Henry was born, and over on the Cook homestead, so was William and Leatta’s daughter Verona. Henry and Verona married in 1926. Henry’s father, Chris, made the young couple an offer. He had 3,400 acres of grain to harvest and a new harvester pulled by 27 horses. They could earn $10 a day driving the horses and have a place to live. They figured it would take 100 days to finish the job, and they accepted. By 1949 Henry and Verona owned their own ranch. Their son James “Buster” Twisselman, Madison’s grandfather, purchased some of Henry’s and Chris’s original land holdings, and today, Madison’s parents, Robert and Jill Twisselman Heely, manage the family cattle ranching business. Three generations of the combined family are involved in the operation. Ranching brought Madison’s other grandparents, Ray and Anita Heely, to Paso Robles several decades ago, with Ray “cowboying” on area ranches while Anita cooked for ranching crews. Madison’s dad,

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By Lynne Schmitz Pioneer Day is a Really Big Deal in the North County! The tradition has honored pioneer families for 83 years, and the plan is to continue for years to come. The parade is held in Paso Robles but all the small towns and places that were once small towns are included. Royalty is chosen in rotation from Paso Robles, San Miguel, Adelaida, Parkfield, Creston and Shandon, and Carissa Plains. On Sunday, August 25, a large number of those families were represented at the 60th Old Timers Picnic in San Miguel Park. It was a lively crowd. One is never too old to enjoy good food and a good time! Sponsored by the San Miguel Lions Club, the Old Timers Picnic is the first public event for Pioneer Day Royalty following the dinner at which the Belle and her attendants are announced. Queen Norma Della Vanderlip Moye was lookin’ classy as she praised the Lions Club for their expertise in the art of the barbecue and greeted old and new friends. Her attendants - daughter Patti Vanderlip Baldwin and cousin Roni Richetti Watkins – had a good time alongside her.

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Marshal Norm Bridge enjoyed the attention of a lot of friends and well-wishers. Queen and Marshal traded memories of milking cows as young children and shared other tales of mischief and fun they had when growing up. They both consider themselves privileged to have grown up in and around Paso Robles. The younger generation is represented by the Belles, who also come from pioneer families. This year’s Belle is Madison Heely, representing Bitterwater Valley, Cholame and Paso Robles. Her attendants include Laura Rist who represents Geneseo, Creston, Estrella and the Union District; Sierra Bryant who represents Shadow Canyon and Willow Creek; and Angela Lorenzo who represents San Miguel, Indian Valley and Vineyard Canyon. Total attendance at the event was around 250 people. Those who have attained the age of 80 are always treated to dinner – this year 74 free dinners were served. Oldest man at the event was Harry Wolf at 104. Oldest lady was Dixie Sinclair Thacker at 93. Each was given a copy of Dr. Stanley’s book, “San Miguel at the Turn of the Century.” Previous queens in attendance were Gladys Rougeot Craspay, Maggie Adams Vandergon and Joan Finley Crothers. Previous Marshals on hand were Obbie Terrill, Ray Pesenti, and Lester Rougeot. In a world where so much emphasis is placed on youth, it’s refreshing to see longevity and tradition so honored. See you at the parade in downtown Paso Robles on October 12th!

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By Chuck Desmond Over and over in El Paso de Robles, the mantra remains constant: Preserve our past; relish our today; plan for our tomorrow. The Pioneer Spirit in our town’s multi-generational families understood those traits and passed them on. And that, is how the Bitterwater Betties came to be! Two cousins from these families saw how deeply their parents, grandparents and great grandparents were involved in the success of Pioneer Day. Nicole Vandergon and Christina Roden were in their early twenties when they decided to lend their energy to fundraising as a way to help support Paso’s most famous every-year day. Sitting around the kitchen table with family members, they wanted a catchy name that would be historical and memorable. Bitterwater Betties popped up and it stuck! Adding three past Pioneer Day Belles to the cause of their fledgling idea, three cousins and two friends became the saloon-style costumed gals that first appeared in 2007.

Steeped in local history and encouraged by Wade Taylor (who is as much “Mr. Parade” as Paso has), the gals realized the best use of their time was supporting the day’s activities. They figured out that drawing on their families’ backgrounds would be their unique way to help ensure the continuation of Pioneer Day for future generations. We Roblans love our history and the six discrete and different museums in town are a true testimonial to that. Every one of them knows that the path to survival for the future is through the talent and passion of the current generations. The women stepped up! For the few months prior to Pioneer Day, the ladies are on their

By Millie Drum Heritage Gallery West is pleased to celebrate Pioneer Day and showcase the artists whose works depict the traditional way of life of the Paso Robles area and the West. The spirit of our local pioneers and the beauty of the Central Coast is reflected through the eyes of internationally and regionally acclaimed artists. Widely acclaimed local artist Vel Miller’s stunning bronze sculptures accompany timehonored classics of John Hampton, Joe Beeler and D. Michael Thomas along with original paintings from

popular local artists Dotty Hawthorne, Sheryl Knight, Laurel Sherrie, and Nancy Becker. Heritage Gallery West is the sister to Heritage Gallery of Scottsdale, Arizona, one of the nation’s most prominent sources for exceptional western art. Its owner, Tim Wiegand, recently entered into a partnership with local residents Robert and Lisa Urciuoli to form the Paso Robles gallery. “We feel that Paso Robles is poised to become a premier art destination with a

mission of gathering donations. They serve meals at events, do MeetN-Greets for organizations, sell Pioneer Day Badges and do a bit of down-home arm-twisting to raise funds. The Betties trade donated time for donated dollars. A thousand dollars is the goal and it gets met! It’s now six years later and Nicole is now Mrs. Travis Hansen and Christina is now Mrs. RodenBorchard and the spirited group is now 11 strong and most are past Belles. They ride in any wagon pulled by mules that someone will loan them for the day. Filled with adrenaline-loaded energy, the first thing they do is begin at the ending spot of the parade and work their

way back to the starting point. They walk the route handing out candy, shaking hands, and are a promotional tour group all by themselves! Then they climb into their chariot of the day and ride through the parade. For another year, their work is finished and now the Bitterwater Betties have a day of enjoyment--just the way it was designed to be way back in October, 1931! Watch for them this year. If they look like they’re having waaayyy too much fun and you want to grab some of it, contact Nicole at Nicolevandergon@yahoo.com. Nicole and Christina said they can always get a bigger wagon that seats more hi-energy ladies!

Honoring the Pioneer Spirit with Fine Art - Heritage Gallery West growing number of arts events and galleries presenting themselves in the area,” say the partners. “Heritage Gallery West adds a traditional component to the emerging art scene here.” In conjunction with Arts Obispo’s First Saturdays: Wine & The Arts, Heritage Gallery West hosts a reception on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 5-8 p.m. to meet featured artist Susan von Borstel. Painting directly on granite, travertine, slate, marble, and onyx, Susan brings out the unique character of

each natural stone and transforms it into brilliant interpretations of horses and wildlife. This is a rare and dramatic art form that you simply must see in person! The gallery’s mission is to enhance the arts in North County by offering attentive, personalized service to ensure long-term relationships with collectors and artists alike. Heritage Gallery West is located at the corner of 13th and Pine Streets within walking distance of other fine art galleries, exceptional restaurants, tasting rooms, and boutiques.

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Pioneer Day Activities at Pioneer Museum By Chuck Desmond “Mom, what are we going to do when the parade is finished?” This is a question voiced every year by some Paso families and those who have come to visit the area and be a part of the Pioneer Day celebration. All too often, the answer is something like, “Well I guess we’ll just go back home.” BUT WAIT JUST A SECOND! There is plenty more to do for the rest of the day. Some folks don’t even realize that the parade is merely a part of the day-long event...so, read on! For starters, there are the Beans in the Park – Paso’s most famous recipe served up hot and fresh. It’s been the tradition since 1931. After standing or sitting along Spring Street for a few hours, the chance to relax on the grass under the shade of the park’s trees feels really good. After that, it’s time to head to Pioneer Museum at 2010 Riverside - adjacent to the Event Center on one side and Pioneer Park on the other. With plenty of parking at the Event Center’s parking lot, it’s only a 50 yard walk to the campus that holds Jeanesville Pump, Pioneer Museum and the Ag equipment of the Pioneer Day Committee that you just saw in the parade. Today everything is out and open to see - up close and personal! The Museum, clearly one of the Best in the West, is the site for music, a small engine show, cars, demonstrations and tours.

Pioneer Park, right next door, is the venue for a tremendous collection of small engines. Putting and clanking away, these small engines are pure delight for young and old alike. It is so interesting to see how they work, the different sounds they make and the history behind them. Enter through the front doors of the Museum and be greeted by a super display of one of Paso’s oldest families – the Klintworths. A scale model of their home from the 1890s complete with replica miniature furniture will be on display. Strolling the two main aisles and you’ll get a feel for Paderewski, fossils, rooms from homes that date back to the ‘40s and early Paso medical conditions. Plus the general store and the refurbished post office. Stop off and have a

slice of fresh home-made bread and butter churned on the spot in a washing machine! Interested in historic families from the area? The library area has been redone and the photo panels of those families will keep you looking for a very long time! In the second hall, the newly refurbished Smith Sporting Goods Store display is now finished after a year’s worth of updating. Check out the vast collection of weapons, taxidermied animals and sporting goods that date back 100 years. The dairy exhibit is a better-than-perfect way to show the kids how milk and cheese were processed and so important to settlers. Catch sight of a 1902 restored flying machine originally built by Elmer Biollinger! In Transportation Hall are some of the old buggies and wagons

plus antique bikes, a gas station and the world’s second largest collection of barbed wire. Original local Neon signs from Paso’s early days are on the walls. Our first traffic light hangs above the aisle way. There’s even a shoe repair shop and of course, the Blacksmith Shop with “Big John, the Blacksmith” tending the forge. Geneseo School is a real 100 year-old one-room local schoolhouse. It was repainted this year and period lighting from the 30s was just added as well. Behind it is a 100 year-old outhouse. If you yourself are old enough to remember, explain to the youngsters how much fun it was to use that! “Youngsters” could mean anyone under the age of 65! By the front gate of the Museum is the replica of Paso’s first jail with Festus Culpepper locked up inside. His story is a hoot! In the parking lot will be the local Model A Club with their vehicles on display. Yep, they are all working and are driven regularly. Music inside the Museum is provided by Sarah Matthews and Paso High musical groups and a group from Mission Prep and the choir from Bauer Speck. Interlaced with them will be spinners making yarn and the Central Coast Wood Carvers will be whittling away. Yes, there will be food and beverages to enjoy and tables and chairs set up to let the ol’ legs rest a bit. Admission to the entire Museum campus is free but donations for the cause are certainly appreciated. Come on down and enjoy YOUR Pioneer Museum on the day when we all celebrate our heritage!

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1301 Chestnut Street, By Grace Pucci, President, El Paso de Robles Area Historical Society, with research materials provided by Debra Lorenz Some call it the “Old Stone House,” others the “Sea Captain’s House,” but the historically correct name is the “Hamilton House” and for nine long years after the 2003 San Simeon Earthquake, it has been sitting precariously on its hill waiting quietly for a hero to come along and rescue it. That hero has arrived in the person of Brett VanSteenwyk who, along with Debra Lorenz, has stepped boldly forward to take on the restoration of this beautiful, historic home on Chestnut Street. Since the earthquake, it had been the fear of most preservationists in Paso Robles that the Hamilton House would eventually be demolished as the cost of restoration would most likely deter hopeful buyers from taking on such a project. However, with a bold plan for rehabilitation, Mr. VanSteenwyk has moved forward, receiving Planning Commission approval of his plans, and now taking on the task of physically moving the home further back on the property to allow for the restoration process to begin. History of the Property The Hamilton House, built in 1903, was designed by Francis W. Reid, who designed the Plymouth Congregational Church (built in 1901) at 13th and Oak Streets. Francis Reid was also the pastor of Plymouth Congregational from 1900 to the mid 1920’s. Reverend Reid possessed a certificate in architecture and, according to historical records, Francis W. Reid designed over 500 residences, 26 churches, 11 schools and two Carnegie libraries during his career, most of which were in the Bay area. Through the years there have been many owners of the home including the Hamilton’s in the 1930’s, Jim Douglas (1940 – 1950’s) (a geologist who did all the original oil leases for the San Ardo Fields), the Smiths (1955), the Averilles (1959), the Weinkes (1980’s), the Bell’s (1997 – 2011), and finally Mr. VanSteenwyk in 2011. At the time the Hamilton House was constructed, a transition was being made

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Above: the crumpled home after the 2003 earthquake. Right: The original shuttered exterior combined with Adelaida rock, the beautiful wood paneled living room.

An architectural rendering of the planned remodeling to include a garage beneath, and far right, the original porch with revival columns and a few corbels.

On the inside there is a nicely paneled living room that is entered from the front door, and next to it is an octagonal dining room - which is also paneled. It is thought that the paneling is likely Oregon Spruce. There are fireplaces in both rooms connected to the same chimney flue; the fireplace in the dining room is particularly elegant. The wood flooring in these rooms is also quite attractive with patterns emerging from the way the wood was laid down. A study was built between the living room and the main floor bedroom. A small pantry is situated between the dining room and the kitchen (which was

A postcard of the Hamilton House from the early 1900s.

remodeled sometime in the 1960’s). Another room of unknown use exists between the kitchen and the main floor bedroom. The screened porches in the back of the home were added on prior to 1945, along with a small room. These were eventually fully enclosed for what is believed to be another bedroom and a laundry room. The second (attic) floor was not originally finished but, without any cross beams to speak of, it provided a large open covered space that was used for parties and dances. Since then, the walls and ceiling were paneled in pine and this space was partitioned into a sort of master bedroom with master bath and shower. The durable wood floor is still up there under the carpet. The basement houses the utilities (water heater, furnace, etc.). Recent History Unfortunately, the house was condemned as a result of damage sustained from the San Simeon Earthquake in 2003. The wood frame part of the house stood up well, but the unreinforced Adelaida rock foundation crumbled. Fortunately, the historic status of the home prevented demolition and it subsequently sat vacant for many years. During that time the home was broken into and vandalized. Most of the ground floor windows have been broken and are now covered over with sheets of plywood. Mr. VanSteenwyk stepped in and purchased the property in July of 2011 with the intention of making it habitable again. His top priority in rehabilitation is to ensure the new parts of the house blend in with the old. Once the Hamilton House is fully restored it will be a tremendous asset to the Westside Historic District as well as to the City of Paso Robles, and this unique and treasured historic property will once again sit proudly on its hill top perch for future generations of Paso Roblans to admire.

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scored on a line plunge by Albert Borchert. With the Paso Robles number one baseball fan, Bob De Chaine, in charge, a baseball game was played at the north end of “Pirate Park.” A thousand baseball fans showed up to see the Farm Boys play the City Boys. The victors were the Boys from the Farm, they went home the winner by a 3 to 0 score. Glen Nair was the difference with his great batting and pitching. Smith represented Shandon, Olive Sweet, was spon- Over in the “Park” the Horseshoe contests were sored by the Grammar School PTA and the Busi- in action. Winning the Press Trophy was James Pruness and Professional Club, and Hazel Ernst, had the dencio with a score of 169. Local long time horsebacking of the Rotary and the Exchange Clubs. shoer, Andrew Iverson won the Round Robin with The Press printed coupons worth 1000 votes 45 ringers. which were to be returned to the Press. These votes Speed Contests were carried out with races among By Cliff Tucker were counted by a committee including S.A. Young men and women. The speed burners were James In early 1931, when a group of Paso Robles “City of the Bank of America, J. S. Campbell of the First Hanssen, Robert Grebe, Ernest Myers, Ed Sauret Fathers,” such as Clark Smith, Jim Cousins, Dean National Bank and James Cousins of the Pioneer and Elwood Hardie, The speedy females were MilThackeray, Hal Merrill and others, planned a “day Day Committee to make the selection. The winner dred Jacques, Elenor Testerman, Lila Davies and Erof thanks” to the city’s surrounding areas, especially was Belle Ann Casper. This contest went a long way nestine Smith. the ranchers and the communities of Templeton, in creating the fever of a unified celebration for the There were also dancing opportunities for all at Shandon, Creston, San Miguel, Estrella and First Pioneer Day. the Legion Hall. Old time dancing went on while all Atascadero; The people that financially support Paso The Parade was not the only aspect of the day. The other activities were in progress. The end of dancing Robles. Pioneer Day Committee wanted to provide a day of brought the end of all Pioneer Day activities. One of the committee’s first move was to get the something for everyone. After that first Pioneer Day came to a close, surrounding areas involved.Their first step was to have The “Park” was set up so that each outlying com- here are several viewer comments of the day; “Fina selection of a Pioneer Day Belle. The Paso Robles munity had their area for picnic lunches and visita- est thing I ever saw, couldn’t have been better” said Press conducted a contest with the Belle candidates tions. This arrangement contributed to better and Gene Booth. Mrs. R.C. Heaton said, “I was very well being sponsored by organizations and communities. friendlier communications among the different pleased with the day. I hope we will make it an annuNine young ladies became involved. Dorthes Bridge communities. The time of visitation, sharing of food al celebration.” And from the Chief of Police, Claude was the candidate from San Miguel, Ann Casper was was highlighted by the City Band Concert that took Azbell, “We had 10,000 people to handle and there sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and the place in the area. were no calls for police aid during the day.” Templeton American Legion, Bee Glass represented For the football fan, the Bearcats played a game at As a result of all positive comments, C.L. Thacthe 20/30 Club, Elizabeth Hibbard carried the ban- the Paso Robles Athletic Field, where the Post Of- keray and H.C. Merrill gave a joint salute to all who ner of the Paso Robles High School PTA, Doris fice is now located. The game ended in a 6 to 6 tie. made the 1st Pioneer Day such a success. It left a Schlegel, represented Creston, Ernestine Smith was The Bearcats, coached by Tiny Hartranft, scored on a foundation to be built on and that spirit is still growbacked by the Linne and Genesea Districts, Helen pass from Hamp Pool to Jack Davis and the Alumni ing in the community today.

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The von Dollen Winona Mountain Wagon Gets a Major Face Lift! By Chuck Desmond decided to go into the cattle busi The year was sometime near ness in Wyoming. However, cows 1888. Johann von Dollen and his that cost $5 each before the war, wife, Caroline, homesteaded 160 were now up to $20 and he simply acres in the Keyes Canyon (East couldn’t afford the price of admisof Hog Canyon) in San Miguel. sion. He took an apprenticeship to In those days, all horsepower was become a painter. Power tools like derived from actual horses and sanders and scrapers hadn’t been mules. The roads were quieter! invented yet so making things Now we find ourselves in 2013 with many generations of von Dollens in our history records...and a true family relic brought to the forefront. A wagon made in Winona, Minnesota became part of the ranch equipment between 1900 and 1917. SolAbove, Joe McCune with the von Dollen id as granite and built wagon, and right, Art adjusting the seat in for years of use, the the Museum. wagon remained in the family for all these 100+ years. look nice fell to the skill It is speculated that a wagon like of painters. If a building this might have been shared by looked nice, it was because many families as their “Go-Away- the painters made it that Wagon” - as in go to Church, go way. to the store, go visit friends, etc. Jumping ahead a few It would carry six and was pulled years, a fellow painter was by a team of horses. The current an early version of a snowowner is Art von Dollen, grand- bird....paint in Wyoming in the son of Johann. Art was Pioneer summer and then do it in California for the winter. He mailed Day Marshal in 2011. After WWII, wagons be- a letter to Joe and said, “Come to came passé as motors dominated. California. For breakfast, you go Countless numbers of buggies out and pick it fresh off the trees!” and wagons lost their need for Joe moved and landed in San Jose existence and disappeared from in 1948. He lived in an early verthe vistas of their owners’ lives. sion of a trailer for three years and But, this one didn’t! It almost did, then bought a nice piece of propbut by luck and persistence, it was erty and an unfinished house for saved and now is a true work of $3,200 in Cupertino. His skills beauty that can be seen first in the became apparent early on and Pioneer Day Parade on the 12th after working for various conand then in Pioneer Museum’s tractors, he set out on his own in Transportation Hall where it is on 1964. However, it was those latent long-term loan from the von Dol- skills to fix anything that set Joe apart. He said, “I figured if somelen family. Joe Mc Cune is 89 years old. one could build it, I surely could Born in Wyoming on a ranch, he take it apart, repair it and put it learned how to fix and build any- back together! My wife, Gladys, thing. When WWII was over, Joe still appreciates that!”

Along the way and drawn by the ample hunting in our area, Joe met some of the von Dollens – and he met that wagon. When he first saw it in a barn, it was in decent shape but 25 years later, it was a wreck. Sun, rain and ground squirrels reduced its value to darnclose to zero. In 2009, Joe had been convinced to finally commit himself to taking on the project. It wasn’t his first tango to tackle a toughie but he was 85 years old for this dance! In 2009, the wagon was trucked to Joe’s shop in Cupertino – still on the same parcel he bought all

those years ago! The 1,000 sq. ft. shop became control-center for the project. After assessing the severity of the damage and formulating a plan that included some Internet work and delving into old photos, work began in 2010. Everything was taken apart; every bolt and nut were saved, every board was scraped, the metal was sandblasted back to raw steel. Even the tufting on the seats was recorded for their rebuild as well. The best part was that the brake shoes had been replaced years ago with the soles off actual cowboy boots! The project took 327 hours! Sometimes, just loosening one nut from its bolt would take 1⁄2 hour. Nuts in those days had been cold-chiseled of bar stock and

then drilled and tapped. Seems like none were square and each was a bit different in size! The wheels were a different problem. With the rims eaten away and many of the spokes broken, those were a real challenge. Joe remembered he had a retired friend in Colorado who was bored and had taken a wheelwright class. Turns out that the friend’s place was smack in the middle of the route to go hunting in Wyoming! The wheels were immediately loaded for the trip to Colorado – even though Wyoming was the goal. Joe’s friend taught him how to use a duplicator to make new parts. The work took three non-stop days but it got done. During the assembly phase, as sections and parts went back together, each was paint-primed and then finished with three coats of paint. New seats were made from top-grain cowhide. The wagon was finished in 2011. Joe said he calculated that with what he put into it, he made a whopping $4.70 an hour! As the Winona Mountain Wagon winds its way through the parade route, Art von Dollen will be in the front seat with driver, Dan Deitrich and two of the 6th generation von Dollen children will be in the rear seat with Art’s sister, Ruth. Someplace along the route, Joe McCune will be watching and I’m sure his chest will swell with pride. Such a remarkable chain of events for both families to have saved this treasured piece of local history! Ain’t Paso just the greatest place to be!

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Templeton Unified equips campuses with lifesaving AEDs By Melissa Chavez When a teacher collapsed on campus, Janice Harington’s blood ran cold. What if that teacher was struck down with a heart attack? What could have anyone done to help until paramedics arrived? Sudden cardiac arrest is the number one cause of death at work, according to an OSHA-based study. Without immediate intervention, over 90 percent of those who experience a “massive heart attack” don’t survive. This startling percentage exceeds deaths caused by AIDS, Alzheimer’s, assaults with firearms, breast cancer, colon cancer, fires, motor vehicle accidents, prostate cancer and suicides combined. “You can prolong life with the use of CPR, but not save a life in the way an AED can,” said Janice, a 17-year librarian with the Templeton Unified School District (TUSD). Automated external defibrillators, or AEDs, are small portable machines that can diagnose potentially lifethreatening cardiac arrhythmias and treat them through defibrillation to reestablish a proper operating rhythm. Janice is especially aware of heart emergencies with help from her own family. She is mom to Heather, a paramedic in San Luis Obispo, and a son, Duane Tucker, who is a fire medic in Idaho. Her daughter-in-law, Taylor, also works as a paramedic. Janice first took action in 2004, when Templeton Education Foundation rewarded her grant request to fund three AEDs. Unfortunately, the devices languished on a shelf due to insurance and litigation concerns. A chance meeting with Mary Winokur on July 4, 2012, only renewed Janice’s resolve. “I felt that Mary had the same passion I did,” she said. It was the untimely death of Ryan Justus Clarke, Mary’s only son, an otherwise healthy 30-yearold firefighter, that birthed in Mary a mission to honor his memory and to prevent future deaths by implementing CPR and AED training in local high schools. Chris Donin, who heads the Maintenance and Operations Transportation department at the school district, met with Janice and Mary to lend his support.

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according to an OSHA-based study. Mary assured Janice and Chris that would-be rescuers are not liable for doing good deeds, due to the “Good Samaritan Law,” described in Section 1799.102 of the California Health and Safety Code. To date, twenty laws have been approved or enacted in California alone in support of utilizing AEDs in schools, assisted living communities, hotels, business offices, sports facilities, public buildings and more. Janice contacted TUSD Superintendent Joe Koski, Ed.D, who listened to her concerns. In response, she fulfilled his list of needed requirements to proceed further. Janice also appealed to the nonprofit parent/teacher organization, PTO, for funds toward new AED units. “Shelly Belmonte got the ball rolling,” Janice said of the group’s $1,500 endowment. “They funded it and authorized a two-year commitment to subsidize batteries and medical oversight for them.” In addition to a first aid kit, TUSD emergency protocol incorporates an AED. To date, three units are centrally located at the middle school library, and two elementary school offices. An athletic trainer also carries an AED at Templeton High School.

As awareness of AEDs have grown, Janice believes people feel more comfortable about supplying them in schools and offices. Increased media attention has also helped educate the public that sudden cardiac death can strike anyone, from the elderly to high school basketball players. “It wasn’t that long ago that one of our own Templeton Fire Department (TFD) firefighters, Engineer Tony Broom, experienced a heart attack at work,” says Janice. When no pulse was detected, his staff performed CPR and applied an AED to save his life.” For their efforts on September 30, 2010, Chief Jim Langborg and his firefighters received an “Outstanding EMS Contributor Award” by the San Luis Obispo County EMS Agency. Tony’s life was not only spared, he returned to full duty. And in September 2013, the firefighting EMT was selected from amongst a captain and two engineer applicants as TFD’s new Volunteer Coordinator. It is dramatic outcomes such as these that reaffirms Janice’s and Mary’s resolve to continue their mission toward seeing AEDs installed in school campuses and beyond. “The next time you go to Disneyland, look around. AEDs are everywhere, easily accessible, and just about anybody can operate one,” says Janice. “I’m so grateful for PTO’s assistance. Together, we’ve raised the standard of safety for all schools to follow. What a simple thing to use and save someone’s life.” To learn more about funding AEDs for schools, visit the “Ryan J. Clarke CPR Fund for Schools” at www.cpr4ryan.com or on Facebook or www. slo-redcross.org. Call 239-7438 or 703-0134. Send correspondence or tax-deductible donations to 1707 Canyon Crest Lane, Paso Robles, CA, 93446.

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Paderewski Festival concert slated for historic Park Ballroom By Melissa Chavez The 2013 Paderewski Festival is happy to announce the return of violinist and composer Krzesimir Dębski and singer Anna Jurksztowicz, who will perform in the Park Ballroom. They will be joined by the popular music group, Café Musique for a concert Friday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. that is sure to be sold out quickly. Earlier that afternoon, world-acclaimed pianist Karol Radziwonowicz will conduct a Piano Master Class for aspiring classical piano students at 2 p.m.Radziwonowicz has earned the distinction of recording every work composed by Ignacy Jan Paderewski. Dębski is an immensely accomplished Polish composer of classical and contemporary music and a jazz fusion violinist who has won numerous awards for his work on stage and screen and recognized by Down Beat Magazine as one of the Top Ten violinists in the world. He will be joined by his wife, Anna, a winning pop sensation in her own right, who has enjoyed a successful partnering with nationally popular gospel and jazz groups in Poland. Café Musique is from California’s Central Coast and a local favorite. Violinist Brynn Albanese, accordionist Duane English, bassist Fred Murray and guitarist Craig Nuttycomb sing and perform an energetic and engaging assortment of gypsy, tango, classical and folk-style offerings that enthrall audiences everywhere. When the Park Ballroom was constructed in 1912, little did Ignacy Jan Paderewski know that his legacy would be observed a century later with a celebration in his honor in Paso Robles. The prolific composer and pianist was at the height of not only his musical giftedness, but in pursuing dignity for his fellow freedom fighters in war-torn Poland through political activism. Two years before, Paderewski officiated the unveiling of the Grunwald Monument in Krakow, Poland. The iconic statue he had commissioned hailed one of the largest battles in Medieval Europe. In 1410, Poland and Lithuania realized its most significant victory at human cost of thousands of countrymen, who sacrificed life and limb to defeat the Teutonic Order.

Before the Park Street structure was known solely as a ballroom, it was a meeting hall for the International Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF). The mission of the organization was to “visit the sick, relieve the distressed, bury the dead and educate the orphan” by initiating philanthropic projects to assist the community. Other fraternal groups made use of the hall, too, for parties that literally wore the maple floorboards from so much dancing. Likewise, how fitting that an ambassador of music and benevolence who was Paderewski should be brought to life in this historic building. The venue will enable central access to one of the hottest tickets in this year’s Paderewski Festival. Located Near City Park in Downtown Paso Robles at 1232 Park Street, the ballroom sat largely ignored from the ’60s to the 1980’s. When Jim and Terry Saunders purchased the building a decade later, it received a major and much needed restoration to facilitate everything from dances

and weddings, to large conferences and more intimate gatherings. More recently, the building has been repurchased by Brett Van Steenwyk with event support by Debbie Lorenz of Acorn Event Management. “We’re both very excited for this Paderewski Festival concert to be held at the Park Ballroom,” said Lorenz, “and we’re looking forward to taking part even more in future concerts. Paderewski was a part of this community. We know that anything we can do to promote the Festival is of direct benefit to Paso Robles.” To secure your concert reservations, visit Pader ewskiFest.com. Donations help make the Paderewski Festival and its programs possible. Contact the Paderewski Festival at P.O. Box 272, Paso Robles, CA, USA, 93447.

Paderewski Festival schedule released To purchase tickets by phone, call (800) 838-3006. For event information, call 235-5409. Thursday, November 7: Opening Concert with Chamber Music will feature Pasha Tseitlin and pianist Nic Gerpe at Cass Winery in Paso Robles. Concert at 6:30 p.m. with a no-host wine bar and dinner.Visit www.casswines. com. Friday, November 8: Piano Master Class at 2 p.m. with pianist Karol Radziwonowicz in the Park Ballroom, 1232 Park Street in Paso Robles. Café Musique, violinist Krzesimir Dębski and Anna Jurksztowicz at 7 p.m. in the Park Ballroom.Visit www.parkballroom.com. Saturday, November 9: Paderewski Documentary Film and a “Heart of Paderewski” Exhibit at Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine Street, Paso Robles. Time to be announced. Visit www.studios onthepark.org.Youth Competition Winners’ Recital begins at 4 p.m. Gala Concert with pianist Karol Radziwonowicz in the Paso Robles Inn Ballroom begins with a 7 p.m.Wine Reception, followed by the concert at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, November 10: Paderewski Festival Lecture by Artistic Director Marek Zebrowski at 11 a.m. at Epoch EstateVineyards.Visit www.epochwines.com. Look for complete event details about Paderewski Festival scheduled events in the November issue of Paso Robles Magazine. Visit www. paderewskifest.com. Look for complete event details about Paderewski Festival scheduled events in the November issue of Paso Robles Magazine.Visit www.paderewskifest.com.

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4 th Annual Cioppino and Vino to benefit Paso Robles Children’s Museum The Paso Robles Inn Grand Ballroom, 1103 Spring Street, will be the setting for the 4th Annual Cioppino and Vino, on Sunday, November 3, from 1 to 4 p.m., to benefit the Paso Robles Children’s Museum and their programs. The event is a Cioppino cook off with approximately 10 - 12 restaurants, including Thomas Hill Organics, and a dozen or so wineries, including Epoch and Tables Creek, participating this year. There will be a panel of local celebrity judges voting

and a people’s choice award, plus live music, silent and live auctions and great food. This fundraiser helps to support the Museum’s ongoing daily operations as well as future programs. Prices are $50 per person, $500 for VIP Table for 8. For tickets go to cioppinoandvino.com or call The Museum at 238-7432

They proudly partner with groups such as Boys and Girls Club, Jack’s Helping Hand, Big Brothers Big Sisters and CASA to provide educational opportunities for children and their families. “We are a nonprofit and we couldn’t do it without our wonderful community!” said Museum Director Jennifer Smith.

The Children’s Museum at the Paso Robles Volunteer Firehouse, also known as The Paso Robles Children’s Museum is located at 623 13th St. in the heart of downtown Paso Robles. The nonprofit offers family-focused educational activities for the general public, as well as membership, birthday parties and school and youth group programming, For more information or to make a donation contact Jennifer Smith at jennifer@pasokids.org or at 2387432 or visit online at pasokids.org

Mothers of Preschoolers meeting at Highlands Church MOPS, Mothers of Preschoolers, are meeting at Highlands Church, 215 Oak Hill Road in Paso Robles, on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., through May 12, 2014. “We believe that incubating hearts

and giving just-because-hugs can change the course of history,” stated a MOPS spokesperson. “That’s why we connect moms all over the world to a community of women, in their own neighborhoods, who meet together to laugh, cry and embrace the jour-

ney of motherhood. MOPS groups are rallying women to be more honest, to feel more equipped and to find our identity by journeying along side one another “We are moms, and we believe that better moms make a better world.’

PRHS Class of 1988 planning 25th Reunion The Paso Robles High School Class of 1988 Alumni is celebrating its 25-year reunion. The reunion will be hosted at the Paso

Robles Golf Club (Country Club) at 1600 Country Club Drive on October 12th, 2013 from 6-10 p.m. Tickets are available for $60.00/

ticket. Order tickets by mailing payment to PO Box 3773, Paso Robles, CA 93447 attention “PRHS Class of

For more information about MOPS, contact Mindy Klein at (831) 596-2251, mops@highlands adventure.org or on Facebook at MOPS Paso Robles. 1988 Reunion.” Information about the event is available by searching “Paso Robles High School Class of 1988” on Facebook or by e-mailing 1988prhs@gmail.com.”

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Sandy Viborg honored by Boys & Girls Club

Sandy Viborg has been a lifelong champion of children in North County, and the Boys and Girls Club has been fortunate to have been one of the organizations in which she played a major role. Viborg was honored for her efforts with the Club during their 13th Annual Winemaker’s Dinner on September 14. For nearly 15 years, Sandy was a devoted Board member whose commitment, stewardship, community influence and financial support brought tremendous benefit to the children and families served by the Boys and Girls Club of North San Luis Obispo County. Sandy’s involvement with the Boys and Girls Club began when a group she co-founded, Amigos de Los Niños, “adopted” the Boys and Girls Club as a significant recipient of proceeds from their fundraising activities. In 1995, when the partnership was being

formalized, it was decided a representative from Amigos de los Niños should serve on the Club’s Board and Sandy was that person. Sandy quickly became an active Board Member for the Club, assisting in many different capacities, including serving as Treasurer for more than 5 years. She and her husband, Ole, have been significant financial contributors over the years and Sandy has always played a major role in events supporting the Club. Her favorite was the Fat Tuesday Celebration at McPhee’s. Much to her frustration, Sandy was forced to resign from the Board in 2010 due to complications from a knee replacement. Through her steady presence and dedication to its needs over many years, Sandy has been a key contributor to the long term viability of the Club and has helped secure its place as a valuable asset in our community.

The Boys and Girls Club provides education, recreation and character development programs for low-income children. The Clubhouse is located at 600 26th Street in Paso Robles and each school day over 100 children from grades K – 8 assemble there Sandy Viborg ... for high quality after-school programs. They are funded nearly 100% by private donations, and proceeds from this dinner provide them with about one third of their total annual operating income. Call (609) 658-9014 or (805) 239-3659 for additional information or email info@bgcpaso.org. National information regarding the Boys and Girls Clubs of America available at www.bgca.org.

grant proposal for a Teen Resource Center, which was then funded by the State of California’s Community Services District. With the funding, five teens were hired as Peer Supporters and tasked with creating a

safe and friendly space for teens to hang out and to provide connections to community resources they may not know of or otherwise seek out. Operated by Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, the Teen Resource Center is located at 504 28th Street in Paso Robles. The center will be open Monday - Friday after school and will serve teens ages 12-19 free of charge. Additional services out of the site will include life skills classes, community service projects, services for pregnant and parenting teens and on site counseling. Feel free to stop in, call 227-0544 for more information.

Teen Resource Center opens in Paso Robles The new Generation Next Teen Resource Center proudly opened its doors on August 23 at the Generation Next Building. In January of 2012, a group of diverse teens and youth serving providers met at the Generation Next building in Paso Robles. The goal of this meeting was to seek input about the needs of teens in North San Luis Obispo County. In collaboration with local data, the teens’ testimony was used to develop a

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PASO PEOPLE Part 1 of an occasional series By Bob Chute There’s a ton of people, guys and gals, involved in cars in the North County. Witness the recent Labor Day Weekend Cruise and Car Show held downtown by the Golden State Classic Car Club. A most excellent effort! Congratulations! You can also drop by around 7 a.m. on any given Saturday morning at the Cider Creek Bakery parking lot - 205 Oak Hill Road, just up Niblick Road from WalMart - and see in the neighborhood of 50+ very fine rides carefully backed into parking spots with owners walking around, guzzling coffee, talking cars and sharing secrets of their efforts while learning from their contemporaries. I’ve loved cars all my life, since waaaaay

Jim’s more refined ‘33 Ford participated in the recent Paso Robles Labor Day Cruise Night.

before I could drive. I remember my Dad and I going to the Ford dealership trying to get a glimpse of the new cars behind the butcher paper covering the windows at the local Ford Dealership, at that point hiding the brand new 1957 Fords! We couldn’t see them but when they were unveiled my Dad went crazy and bought one! Car dealers are missing a bet these days bringing out new models throughout the year. Back in the day, ALL the new models came out around September. It was an event! I digress, thinking about the cars we witnessed in the park downtown over Labor Day Weekend got me to thinking. I’ve always loved cars and racing - but never built a car or raced a car... well, there was that time in 1966 when I ran my ’55 Ford with a ’56 T-Bird motor at Fontana Drag Strip...ran an incredible 96 miles an hour. I know, HA! I digress yet again. I want to write not just about the cars, but the PROCESS of becoming the cars we see - all shiny and spotlighted in the park. That would fall under the construction phase.

Not so glamorous, but very necessary and very cool. And there are many people locally that are professionals in fabricating, upholstery, engine building and paint that would compare to any big city slickers! I thought it would be fun to write a monthly (or so) story about car people building cars in our area. I’m starting with a neighbor, Jim Reed, a guy that first built and raced drag boats and then built three craaaaaazy machines with wheels at all four corners, and is in the process of building another one...a 1965 Chevy II with a big block Chevy motor and a ton of horsepower that will compete in Nostalgia Racing “D” Gas with a targeted breakout elapsed time of 10.60. Jim is a man on a mission. The first car he built... wait, back to the drag boats. Jim built his own racing boats and raced all over California and Arizona, but his career in that arena came to an end after he was doing over 170 mph on the water and crashed. Water is very much like concrete at that speed. He nearly died, “I was a mess, lost part of a leg and my entire body was in need of reconstruction. My wife told me ‘that’s enough, I want children’.” They had a son and Jim became safer. Sorta. “The first car I built was a ’33 Ford with a 540 cubic inch big block Chevy and a 1071 blower...it had about 900 horsepower, all black and bad,” said Jim, the car took about five years to put together. “It was so cool. Punch it at any speed and the tires would burn rubber endlessly, but the front end was so heavy with that big motor, it was a guess what direction it was going! “But it was very cool looking... great for cruising the street but insane to drive.” He took it to a drag strip to see how fast it would go but they wouldn’t let him run because the car didn’t have the required safety equipment. “I ended up selling it to a guy that had a speed shop in Texas - he wanted to display it in his shop. Jim’s original wild ‘33 Ford

The Gearheads gather at Cider Creek Bakery parking lot early on Saturday mornings.

Above: Owner Jim Reed, left & Mike Alspagh during reconstruction of the 65 Chevy II. Left: Mike Alspagh pulling wheels on the Chevy II in its previous life.

I never heard from him again, then I saw it in a car magazine and he had repainted it in pastels...whew...his car at that point... he could do what he wanted.” Hear the sad. Jim’s next car was another ’33 Ford you’ve probably seen around town, but this time he put in a much lighter small block aluminum 427 Chevy motor with fuel injection, or a changeable blower set-up. This also took about five years to build, but, “it’s nice to drive. I set up the suspension to ride easy and roll through the corners. It has a beautiful black paint job by local Mike Alspagh (Custom Works Hot Rods, 610-7245), and he added the green flames as well. Lookin’ very cool.” Please see GEARHEADS page 55

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Contributed There is nothing that America’s favorite pink bunny has on Paso Robles’s Frank Armitage. He turned 89 on the 5th of September and is still painting in his home studio in rural east Paso. Most Saturdays you can find him finishing up a piece at Oso Libre Winery, in a corner of their Tasting Room. Frank, an Australian-American, first came to Paso with wife, Karen, in 1997, to go to the Fair. They went home with 12 acres. Transplants from the Burbank area of Los Angeles County, both worked for Disney for decades. Frank started in 1952 at the Studio, and became known for his backgrounds. (Peter Pan, Sleeping Beauty, Jungle Book, Mary Poppins). In 1977 he started with Disney Imagineering, specifically to lend his bio-medical illustration expertise to the development of the Wonders of Life Pavilion for EPCOT Center in Orlando. Between 1963 and 1977, Frank had free-lanced as a biomedical illustrator, working for several pharmaceutical companies as well as UCLA research scientists. In 1966,

painters and became interested in the Mexican mural painting movement. He quit art school, sailed to Canada, working in Montreal for 18 months to earn money to get to Mexico City - by bus. Armitage won an international mural contest sponsored by David Alfaro Siqueiros, and in 1949, he became Siqueiros’s assistant. In the early ‘90’s, Disney Imagineering recalled Frank’s mural painting expertise and coaxed him out of retirement to create 5500 square feet of wild animal murals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. On July 18, 2009, the National Fantasy Fan Club, a nonprofit dedicated to honoring the life of Walt Disney,

presented Frank with the Disney Legend Award. Frank radiates warmth and gentleness when you meet him. He is always gracious and so generous with his time and talent. His quiet nature hides the depths of his knowledge of so many topics from his personal meeting with the Dali Lama to the many awards with which he has been honored over the years. You have to ask him about them as he would never bring it up himself. Frank is a founding artist of Paso’s Studio on the Park, and has a history of donating art for a cause. In early 2010, Armitage donated several artworks of gorillas to the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund in Atlanta, Georgia and the Center for Great Apes in Wauchula, Florida. And for the Paso Robles Library Foundation’s second annual BookPlates! event, he has created a series of 4 original paintings with his signature-style horses, paired with 4 matching plates. For information about purchasing these paintings email Bookplatesinfo@gmail.com. Yes, he’s 89, and still going and going and going...

four wineries will offer tastings. In addition, there will be a silent auction, live auction and art demonstrations. Small Treasures is a unique art exhibit. Size of entries is purposefully limited. Two dimension - all work is 8” x 8” and 3 dimensional work must be no larger than 8” x 10” x 4”. The name of each artist remains a mystery until the work is purchased. Art Affair guests are able to see and pur-

chase art from the Small Treasures Exhibition before it opens to the public. Get started on holiday fun... Small Treasures, An Art Affair, will surely exceed your expectations! $35 admission per person. Tickets are available on line at www. pasoroblesart.org, or at The Showroom gallery (1130 Pine St., inside Studios on the Park). PRAA is a 501c3 non-profit organization and donations are tax deductible.

Frank Armitage and his four original paintings with his signature-style horse, created for the Paso Robles Library Foundation’s Second Annual BookPlates! event in November.

he did the concept production illustrations for the classic Fantastic Voyage. Frank donated most of his medical artwork to the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2006 and it remains in a permanent collection there. Frank retired from Disney in 1989, to begin a degree in Acupuncture from SAMRA in LA. After study in China, he became California and nationally licensed. He spent 10 years treating patients and flying to rural Mexico with LIGA, a Flying Doctors group. This was not the first Mexican experience for Frank. After his WWII service (Royal Australian Air Force), Frank attended art school. He picked up a book about Mexican mural

Small Treasures, an Art Affair The Paso Robles Art Association (PRAA) is busily preparing for it’s most important fundraising event of the year: Small Treasures, An Art Affair, held on November 6, from 6-9 p.m. Proceeds from this fundraiser go exclusively to PRAA, helping to sustain the organization and expand its outreach programs. During the last year, PRAA has added to the cultural life of our community by providing an exciting, special space for: • Enrolling children, adults and seniors in low cost art classes • Offering free art guilds, where artists can share the creative process • Presenting free guest lectures at monthly meetings, open to the public

• Mounting 10 exhibitions of local and regional artists in The Showroom gallery • Collaborating with Studios on the Park and other nonprofit organizations • Presenting Arte de Tiza chalk art festival in partnership with Main Street Association • Offering scholarships awarded to deserving high school seniors who will continue their art studies. Now in its fifth year, Small Treasures, An Art Affair promises to be a very special evening of art, music, food and wine. Guests will enjoy the talent of Valerie Johnson with Al B Blue, and emcee Chad Stevens. Delectable appetizers will be presented by Melanie Bryant, and

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Al Garcia honored as Roblan of the Month The Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce selected Al Garcia as the September Roblan of the Month during the monthly mixer held at the Kennedy Club Fitness-Paso Robles Adventure. During the meeting the Ag Committee of the Chamber also made donations totaling $9700 as a result of monies raised during the 2013 Ag Tour earlier this year. Al Garcia and his wife, May, have been members of the community for seven years since Al retired from the US Air Force as a Colonel with 26 years of ser-

vice. Al has been extremely active volunteering in a variety of ways bettering life for all in Paso Robles, including: • Member of Paso Robles Planning Commission since 2009 • St. Rose Catholic Church Ministry Scheduler and Lector since 2009 • Board member of the Pioneer Museum since 2011 • Chief of Police interview panel in 2013 • SLO Housing Trust Fund Commissioner, representing Paso Robles since 2013

The Chamber’s Ag Committee donated the following amounts to various ag organizations in our area: • Ag Education Committee (Ag in the Classroom) - $7000 • Jr. Livestock Support Group - $1000 • Pioneer Day Committee - $500 • Pioneer Museum - $500 • Mission San Miguel Building Fund - $500 • Parkfield Community Association - $200

Chamber CEO Mike Gibson with Roblan of the Month Al Garcia, and, below, the recipients of the Chamber’s Ag Tour donations totaling $9700.

Winemakers’ Cookoff: More than 1,000 attend Paso Robles Rotary Club’s annual fundraiser

Eberle takes People’s Choice and Calcareous wins Judges Award Courtesy of Paso Robles Winemakers’ Cookoff website Over 1,000 wine tasters attended the Paso Robles Rotary Club’s 15th Annual Winemakers Cookoff held at the Paso Robles Event Center for the first time this year on August 10. Eberle Winery took home the ‘Peoples Choice’ award. Calcareous won the coveted juried award. As in years past, over 20 winemakers of the Paso Robles region generously donated a lot of time, wine, food, staff and culinary expertise to make this event a success. Part of the fun and excitement has Cookoff wineries vying for coveted the ‘People’s Choice’ and ‘Judges’ Choice’

awards. The competition was more intense than ever to influence voting by attendees and celebrity judges. The entertainment, Julie Beaver and the Bad Dogs, played into the evening for the dancing attendees. “The club would like to thank the attendees, volunteers and judges,” said Sharon Ross, a co-chair of the Winemakers’ Cookoff organizing committee. The judges were Brigit Binns, Michael Cervin, Lisa Pretty, Kathy Marcks Hardesty, and Robert Whitley. The club was pleased with the event’s success. “I heard from attendees and win-

ery staff that they really liked the Event Center venue,” said Bob Fonarow, a co-chair of the organizing committee. Barrel House Brewery was a huge, welcomed addition to the mix. Julie and the Bad Dogs were terrific and the dance floor was packed,” he said. Committee member Vicki Silva stated “Three of the new wineries, Broken Earth, First Crush and Burbank Ranch, really threw themselves into the event and were great additions. We are very appreciative of all of the wineries that have supported our event year after year. They never cease to amaze with their inventive

culinary creations!” The title sponsor of the event IQMS pledged $6,000 for local scholarships. Other sponsors include Farm Credit West, Glenair, Mitchella Winery, Heritage Oaks Bank, J&L Wines, Re/Max Parkside Realtors, Baker Wine & Grape Analysis, Rabobank, Paso Robles Insurance Agency. Over the past 14 years,the Winemakers’ Cookoff has raised more than $400,000 for local youth scholarships. Last year, the Rotary’s Foundation awarded over $30,000 in high-school senior scholarships. When the final proceeds are tallied, the club will announce this year’s earnings for scholarships.

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PASO P EOPLE Library announces 2013-2014 Board of Trustees The City of Paso Robles welcomes its 2013-2014 Library Board of Trustees: Pamela Alch, President Tina Lau, Nancy Major Mary Morrison, and Dave Sequeira. The Library Board of Trustees is an advisory body appointed by the City

The Paso Robles Library Board of Trustees includes, from left, Dave Sequeira, Pamela Alch, Mary Morrison, Tina Lau, and Nancy Major.

AT THE LIBRARY Council whose purpose is to provide the vision and direction needed to bring essential library services to the ever-changing Paso Robles community. The five member board meets the second Thursday of the month at 9 a.m. The meetings are open to the public. The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom Orphaned while aboard a ship from Ireland, seven-year-old Lavinia arrives on the steps of a tobacco plantation where she is to live and work with the slaves in the kitchen house. Under the care of Belle, the master’s illegitimate daughter, Lavinia deeply bonds with her adopted family, though she is set apart

from them by her white skin. Eventually, Lavinia is accepted into the world of the big house and she finds herself perilously straddling two very different worlds. When she is forced to make a choice, loyalties are brought into question, dangerous truths are laid bare, and lives are put at risk. The Kitchen House is a tragic story of page-turning suspense, exploring the meaning of family, where love and loyalty prevail. The public is invited to join in the discussion on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. in the Library Conference Room. Call Karen Christiansen at 237-3870 for more information about the Library Book Club, or visit www.prcity.com/library.

Library CLOSED Pioneer Day Saturday, Oct. 12 Pajama Storytime at the Library Bring the whole family for an evening of stories with volunteer storyteller Tony Wallace. Children may wear pajamas and should bring an adult to snuggle with! Pajama Storytime is offered on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. on the following dates: October 24 and November 21. 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, call 237-3870 or visit www. prcity.com/library.

Paso Robles Friends of the Library Gift Shop announces Fall Book Sale By Erin McGee Friends of the Paso Robles Library Gift Shop has announced dates for their Fall Book Sale. Members Only Early Bird Sale Day: October 24, 1-7 p.m. General Public Sale Days: October 25, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and October 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For as little as $10 a year memberships are available and will allow you to

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including jewelry, cards, toys, scarves, plus books, videos, and magazines. The Friends Gift Shop is a non-profit store contributing all proceeds to the Paso Robles Public Library for things like the Children’s Summer Reading Program, Black Gold Inter-library Loans, Online Databases, and Maintenance of the Aquarium. Friends contributed $35,000 last year to the Paso Robles Public Library for their various activities. This was accomplished thought the

running of the gift shop, their twice yearly book sales, individual memberships, and occasional events. To learn more about gift shop and it’s membership programs, contact: Paso Robles Friends of the Library Gift Shop Erin McGee, Publicity Chairperson 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 237-3870 PasoRoblesLibraryFriends.org

PASO P EOPLE By Chuck Desmond Whew – There are a bunch of things happening all at once in the planning for the year-long greatest party Paso has ever seen! It’s also the first time El Paso de Robles has ever thrown itself a party of this magnitude. The last one might have been on March 11, 1889, the day we first became a city! However, now with 30,000 residents, the 2014 celebration is a lot bigger! This is the 12th straight month that your Paso Robles Magazine has provided the updates – all in one place – all up to date! By now we all know that we have an official logo and that set the stage for everything that followed and is still coming. The Oak Tree logo with 125 leaves is the perfect backdrop for our town’s birthday. Fearless leader, Ms. Julie Dahlen and co-chairs, Dee Lacey and Frank Mecham continue to keep their proverbial noses to the grindstone. The coordinators of the various categories haven’t missed a step either. Let’s take a quick look to see where we are today. Right off the bat, we need to remember that this is a party of the people, by the people and for the people. Our Quasquicentennial is helping us reflect on 125 years of Paso life. History has a habit of repeating itself and there is no tomorrow without a yesterday. The army of volunteers is setting the tone for the next 125 years by bundling together all that is good about our past so that we have a chance to take a breath and remember. Passing this to our youth and our new residents helps us insure that when the future generations look back, they will have a glimmer of what made Paso so great. This effort and the events are privately sponsored and we are pleased to report that the money is arriving to pay the bills! Thank you one and all but we’re not finished yet. Will you help us? The wall calendar design is finished. Whether you use yours as the

Quasquicentennial Update “The Catch-Up Issue” school campuses, contact Kathy McNamara; see her info at the end of this article. To reserve a 3x5’ version or the smaller 2x3’ one, do that now. Prices are really in-expensive and quantities are limited.

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from the ragged old books that are generations old, right up to folks who just moved here. Both the Calendar team and the Recipe Book team have poured gazillions of hours into producing these over-the-top creations. Deadlines for submissions to both items have closed. Thank you to those individuals and businesses that participated. You’re gonna love the results! A custom flag has been designed to fly at City Hall for the year. We’ll show it off in the November issue of this column. Only one of these flags is being made. Recognizing that many fly flags at their homes or businesses, in the same November issue, we will share how to get your own flag with it’s Quasquicentennial design. Each of the public schools will also fly one for the year. If you’d like to sponsor a flag for one of the Paso

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Lt. Tim Murphy of the Paso PD has special Quasquicentennial badges made for all the police officers to wear for just this one year. Finding the oldest badge in Paso’s history was the basis for this one’s design. When officers retire, they will receive this badge along with their regular service badge. Ah yes, and now for the New Year’s Eve Party. In last month’s issue, we told you all about the upcoming event on Dec. 31st. Tickets will go on sale this month. For $125 pp, you’ll have the time of your life at The Paso Robles Inn. “Feathers, Sequins and Fringe” are the theme; attendees’ attire will be stunning! Cocktail reception, big-band music and dancing, a sumptuous multicourse meal, custom blended-forthe-occasion white and red wines from the Austin Hope Family of

Wines, Firestone 805 Ale and a custom crafted “throwback soda” from the Pithy Little Soda Company. At midnight, after the stroll to City Park, will be a champagne toast and then comes the fireworks extravaganza. For the families not at the Inn, starting at 8 p.m. will be “Glow in the Dark” events for the youngsters; horseshoes, bocce, 4-square ball, and football. Face painting will be there too. The Historical Society (at the Carnegie Library) will be open and in case it’s cold, a warming station will be heated to fight the night’s chill. Souvenirs? Of course! As you are reading this, hats and tote bags and pins are available at the Friends of the Library store in The Library Lobby or at the Historical Society and the Gift Shop of Pioneer Museum. Shirts in various configurations will be ready in early November. Event dates are looming ahead – and soon! Women’s Day, the actual city birthday party in March, 4th of July celebration, and the Toby to Barney 12.5 Mile Run will spotlighted very soon in upcoming issues. If you’d like more information about anything Quasqui-related, simply go to www.paso125.com. Need a specific person to contact? Here they are: • Chairperson and lead to any information in all categories: Julie Dahlen Jdahlen@prcity.com • New Year’s Eve Event and tickets: Freda Berman Fberman @prcity.com. • Tours and Publicity: Shonna Howenstine Shonna@Prcity.com. • Merchandising: Susanne Robitaille Srobatille@parcity.com. • Flags: Kathy McNamara KMc Namara@pasoschools.org. • Women’s Day: Melody Mullis MAMullis@IX.netcom.com. • Toby to Barney Run: Chuck Desmond CDESConsult@yahoo .com.

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The Rotary Club of Paso Robles will be hosting the 4th Annual Paso Robles Harvest Marathon, on Sunday, October 27, at 7 a.m. The start and finish of the 26.2 mile certified, Boston Marathon-qualifying course will be at Le Vigne Winery, 5115 Buena Vista Drive in Paso Robles. This course will offer beautiful views of the vineyards and countryside at grape harvest time. On behalf of The Rotary Club of Paso Robles and The Paso Robles High School Athletic Boosters they announce the merger of the Athletic Boosters annual Wine Vine Run and the annual Paso Robles Harvest Marathon. All proceeds from the Paso Robles Harvest Marathon will benefit the Paso Robles High School Athletic Department. Recent years have

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You may register online for the Paso Robles Harvest Marathon with race partner Active.com. • Full Marathon: $120 • Harvest Half Marathon $90 • 5K: $40 per person seen significant reductions in funding entries at 1000 and look forward to to the athletic department. Their stu- a number of participants in the full Questions? Contact Julie Opheim dent-athletes compete in 23 sports marathon, half-marathon and 5K run. at 1-877-264-6979 or email Paso as a member of the PAC-7 Athletic This course will offer beautiful views Marathon@yahoo.com League. This event will help with of the Paso Robles countryside and All net proceeds benefit local funding necessary to equip, coach, and grape vineyards at harvest time.” This is charities and youth programs of transport their student-athletes. Their a certified Boston Marathon Qualifier The Rotary Club of Paso Robles, which recently presented over goal is to help student-athletes suc- (#CA11071RS). ceed in life. The Paso Robles Harvest Water stations and port-a-potties $30,000 in scholarships to local high Marathon will contribute to helping will be available throughout the course. school seniors and an additional achieve that goal. Timing chips will be used for the full $10,000 was also given to the Skill “We’ve already had many people marathon and relay. There is a 6 hour sUSA program. The Paso Robles signing up from all over the country,” course limit on the full marathon and Harvest Marathon is one of three said Marathon chairman and Rotar- relay. For more details see www.Paso- fundraising events presented by the club annually. ian Julie Opheim. “We will cap the RoblesMarathon.com

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warm sun brightens the seaside village. It sparks the magic of hundreds of unique scarecrows displayed throughout Cambria’s East and West Villages and along Moonstone Beach Drive. From October 1-31 let the Cambria Scarecrow Festival amuse you while you visit their unique business district filled with boutiques, restaurants, and wine and beer tasting. Their scarecrows have gone high-tech. This year, each one has its own QR code. Use your smart phone or tablet to scan the code and learn fascinating details about the scarecrow in front of you. You can even track your favorite scarecrows, rate them, or post their picture to your Facebook friends. You will even be able to put together your own custom map of your top scarecrows across Cambria and San Simeon. For details, call Taylor Hilden 9099000 or Sue Robinson 927-2597

Email: info@cambriascarecrows.com. 2nd annual Taste of Back Roads Support the Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation on Saturday, October 19. Celebrate Harvest Festival weekend with the Back Roads Wineries of Paso Robles at Windfall Farms Foaling Barn in Creston with local wines and olive oils. Dinner prepared by Chef Jacob Lovejoy of Cass Catering, music by Mike McGuire. VIP Food and Wine Pairing from 5:30 - 6:30 with VIP parking and early entry for $60. General wine and olive oil tasting 6:30 - 9:30 for $45. Designated drivers $25. Small service fees apply. For tickets and information call PRYAF at 238-5825. Click www.pryaf.org. Adult Wellness Adult Wellness & Prevention Screening serves the County of San Luis Obispo providing free health screening for adults (50+) Services include: monitoring of blood pressure, pulse and weight as well as finger prick blood test screening for anemia, blood sugar and cholesterol. Nutritional / lifestyle Counseling. No appointment

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Cyberflush: Wandering through a technology website I enjoy when I’m bored, I caught sight of what has to be the most elegant – and expensive – throne ever made, but hey, it saves a lot of water. I’m not talking about the kind kings use, I mean the one we all use. Oh great, you’re thinking, Curtis is going on about potties again... Well, sort of. I mean, we all seem to be focused on saving water, besides, the one I’m talking about doesn’t even look like the traditional porcelain convenience. It’s styled more like one of those tapering rectangular terra-cotta planters you see in upscale homes; the ones stuffed with dead fronds or what not, spray-painted as décor accents, but more interesting is that this thing is computerized. Before you question why everything needs a computer chip in it, note this new commode has a foot warmer, programmable color lighting, automatic cleaning, bluetooth and a memory card slot. Imagine linking your phone or SD card to your commode, in order to bring your favorite tunes virtually everywhere, even when engaged in previously solitary endeavors. The price for this device? Only $6,640 and there is even a remote, so when you’re on the phone with someone, they’ll never know you took the call in the bathroom because the flushing sound was well out of earshot. Planting Ban: We’re doing whatever it takes to stop the depletion of the Salinas and Paso Robles aquifer. County supervisors voted unanimously at a late August meeting to put a halt to any new crop planting, or any groundwater dependent development. The ban is good for 45 days, and it affects unincorporated areas. P.G. & E. meteorologist John Lindsey says 2013 is the third driest year on record, and that ranking could

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to pony up the huge cost for deep wells. Their take is that the basin simply cannot support the current agricultural use load. Solutions? Planners are just beginning that process. In the arid west, some ideas are better than others; once two overly optimistic Ventura area water providers decided to create a huge underground aquifer, diverting snow from the Sierra Nevada, to create the Las Posas Basin Aquifer Storage and Recovery project. The

“...2013 is the third driest year on record, and that ranking could go higher if we don’t get any rain before the first of the year. December 22, 2012 is the last time it rained more than an inch in a one-day period.” same amount they planned to use. Water well drilling fees would be waived for residents whose wells have gone dry. The State Water Resources Board made a splash about possible, massive environmental harm that could come to the water basin if we continue to pull from the ground. Their letter helped supervisors decide a difficult vote. Officials say the worst well declines – more than 70 feet since 1997 – affect the Hwy 46 East corridor, out to Whitley Gardens. That happens to be the area where many new vineyards have been planted. Growers point to advancements in drip irrigation and it is clear the wine grape industry is leveraging water very efficiently, they’re facing withering criticism from area homeowners, some of whom have had

idea was considered a solution to the region’s chronic water problems, so $50 million was spent, injecting the aquifer with billions of gallons –enough to cover the LA basin with a foot of water. As soon as the water was injected into the ground, it promptly disappeared; the aquifer actually dropped. The joke went around that the teacup had a crack in it. Ventura area taxpayers are still on the hook for this costly experiment. Hopefully we can do a better job. Scores Drop: Even though they outscore most California students, local students’ grades are slipping. Math and English scores have dropped, according to county school superintendent Julian Crocker. Standardized tests measure school performance, and even with a lot of funding tied to such scores, test-

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For information, contact the nonprofit Friends of the Adobes, Inc., Joyce Herman, 440-7173 or hermanjah Obispo’s Christopher Cohan Center. These two performances of the com- @tcsn.net. plete and fully staged opera, will herald Hesperia Hall Country Faire an unprecedented, city-wide collabora- The Annual Country Faire and Fund tion between Central Coast Children’s Raising Quilt Raffle is set for Sunday, Choir, Civic Ballet San Luis Obispo, Oct. 27, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the historic Cuesta College Concert Choir, Opera Hesperia Hall. San Luis Obispo and San Luis Obispo Country faire hosts vendors, food, Symphony, with an internationally ac- Country kitchen selling whole homeclaimed cast of principals joining over made desserts, and live music by featured 150 members of San Luis Obispo’s artist Nick Brittan. Their spectacular vibrant arts community. October is 2013 scholarship fund raising quilt will National Arts Month, and San Luis be raffled, winner announced at 3 p.m. that day. The queen sized quilt features Obispo is celebrating. Information and ticket sales ($10- many hundreds of hours of community $75) Performing Arts Center Box Office hand work and would be a valuable ad756-4849, or toll-free in California (888) dition to any home. 233-2787. Buy tickets 24/7 at pacslo.org. For more information www.hesperiahall.org for directions. (Interlake road to Candlelight Tour of the Bryson-Hesperia Road, follow BrysonHaunted Adobe It’s “SPOOK TIME” at the Rios- Hesperia Road approx 2 miles to the Caledonia Adobe on Saturday, Oct. hall.) 26, 7 to 9 p.m., 700 South Mission St., in San Miguel. Luminarias will light your way from the parking lot – candles will be provided to keep you safe. Refreshments will be available and the spooky, darkened adobe will welcome you for FREE – the Free Thanksgiving Dinner GHOSTS are hosting! Surprises around for those in Need every corner. Ghost stories will be re- The non-profit organization,“Thankslated to add to the atmosphere. Be sure giving for Paso Robles” is once again hosting a FREE Thanksgiving dinner to to dress warmly!

anyone in need on Thursday, Nov. 28, 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Centennial Park Activity Center, 600 Nickerson Road in Paso Robles. The traditional turkey dinner will also feature: ham, mashed potatoes & gravy, cornbread dressing, salad, green beans, yams, cranberry sauce and pie for desert. This marks the 29th year of feeding hundreds of people in need. In the past few years an average of 500 to 800 people were served a delicious sit down Thanksgiving meal! Plus over 100 meals are delivered to volunteer families to the homebound on Thanksgiving Day. Volunteers are needed to assist with the activities that lead up to the dinner. Last year 281 people worked for a total of 938 man-hours to create and serve the Thanksgiving dinner. It is truly amazing to watch as Centennial Park is transformed into a giant restaurant for a single day. And, as with any restaurant, they must schedule staff to set up the space, prepare the food, serve and clean up (lots of clean up). Therefore volunteers are required to sign up and be scheduled for specific tasks in the weeks prior to Thanksgiving. Time slots (or full day schedules) are available for Tuesday (cleaning), Wednesday (room set up & food preparation) and Thursday (more food prep,

serving, cleanup, delivery of meals and guest transportation). This is a very hands on, busy event and as such, volunteers must be over 13 years of age or older and at least 16 to work in the kitchen. Young children are welcome to volunteer on WEDNESDAY to help decorate the “to-go” boxes. Families with young children are encouraged to sign up to deliver meals to the homebound on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day. To schedule volunteer time, leave a message for Bevelina at 238-2312 from October 1 through November 10. Please be sure to speak clearly and state your phone number slowly. No walk-in volunteers please. The Steering Committee for Thanksgiving for Paso Robles asks those wishing to volunteer to schedule in advance. Last minute volunteers are greatly appreciated, but cause a great disruption. Volunteers are to pre-register and receive a confirmation phone call and assignment prior to the event. Monetary donations are greatly needed and may be sent to Thanksgiving for Paso Robles, 1522 Fairway Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. Thanksgiving for Paso Robles is a 501-C-3 organization: FIN # 611495397.

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By Lynne Schmitz Camp Roberts Military Reservation is located on lands that were once claimed by the Spanish Franciscan missionaries who established Mission San Miguel in 1797. In 1834 when the Mexican government of California secularized the Mission, one of the land grants became the Nacimiento Ranch. In 1902, the area was surveyed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers when Congress authorized a study to locate new sites for developing military posts. The report was highly favorable as was the price at $5.76 per acre. In 1903 at least two people petitioned Washington to reconsider their interest. A Salinas doctor named J.L.D. Roberts (nicknamed “Alphabet” by the editor and no relation to Private Harold Roberts for whom the base is named) submitted a grievance to Congress opposing the plan on the grounds that extremes of the climate were “inhumane.” The SLO County Board of Supervisors responded with a strongly worded statement of resolutions to the same body, which the editor of

Camp Roberts 1903 the San Miguel Enterprise printed Luis Obispo county (sic), California, in its entirety on Friday, Decem- in regular session, that we characterber 11, 1903 under the headline, ize the statements of said Roberts as “NACIMIENTO ENDORSED being without foundation whatever BY THE COUNTY.” The column and are opposed to the sworn testiwas sub-headed, ”Ringing Resolu- mony of over a hundred of our most tions from the San Luis Obispo Su- reputable citizens, that we endorse pervisors” and “Nacimiento Site is the Nacimiento as being splendidly Favored By Every Important Body adapted for the purposes of a miliin the State.” To wit: “Whereas: tary reservation and that we have the One J. L. D. Roberts, a person greatest confidence of the motives of whom we believe to be entirely irre- the commission recommending the sponsible, has caused to be printed same, that we earnestly refer all inand circulated among the members terested to the report of the commisof both houses of Congress, a cer- sion and its accompanying evidence tain article disparaging the merits as to the climatic conditions, healthof the Nacimiento Rancho as a cite fulness and its desirability as a site (sic) for the proposed United States for a military reservation and that Military Reservation and, Whereas, we are indignant at the statements Said article is purely a fabrication to the contrary made by said Roband is entirely untruthful and erts and be it further we believe it to be inspired Resolved that a copy by mercenary motives by of these resolutions interested parties, and be transcribed into Whereas, the publicathe minutes of this tion and circulation of body and certified the same is calculated copy of the same be to work great injury sent to each member to our county, thereof the California delfore be it Resolved by egation in Congress. this body, the Board Supervisors’ Chamof Supervisors of San discoversanmiguel.com ber, San Luis Obispo

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News from Templeton Chamber or Commerce The Templeton Wine & Roses Bike Ride returns for its 12th year on Saturday, October 5. It is the premier wine country ride on the Central Coast. Cyclists are welcomed to come and enjoy the beautiful scenery and outstanding terrain. Three rides are available to meet every rider’s ability level: The classic 30-Mile Ride, the 62-Mile Metric Century and 100-Mile Century Ride. The Templeton Wine and Roses Bicycle Ride is limited to 350 participants and usually sells out. This Central Coast ride offers some of the best routes available to cyclists. Every year, the ride attracts tourists and locals. When rides are finished, participants celebrate with a scrumptious BBQ and enjoy wines from Wild Horse Winery in the beautiful Templeton downtown park. Registration is $65 per rider. Tandem cyclists must register individually. Day of Registration sign ups are $75 per rider, and may not be available if ride is sold out.

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There will be some proud silver buckle owners with the October 27 final San Luis Obispo County Quarter Horse Association’s third open show at Pat Mar Ranch on North Main in Templeton. English and western classes have seen twenty additional AQHA Novice Classes added to the event thanks to the generous support of Tractor Supply Company. Costume and speed events will also be seen. Hostess Marie Miller will happily answer your questions about the show, the club or getting started with horses (434-1597).

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. October Oct. 1 Loftus Ranch Arena Sorting Buckle Series, 3965 Buena Vista Dr., 3 div. prizes & buckles, 6 p.m., John 4400877 Oct. 5 Pioneer Day Parade, Paso Robles, 10 a.m. cowboy time, free afternoon gymkhana fairgrounds, picnic in the park, history windows downtown, the Pioneer Museum will be open, old farm equipment with docents to teach, varied horse drawn vehicles, mounted units Oct. 5 CGA District 14A, Santa

www.SLOCQHA.com. The Loftus Arena Sorting Buckle Series will climax this month here in Paso. Sorters have the opportunity to sharpen their skills on Sundays and Tuesday evenings. Bragging rights for the three divisions will be awarded with new buckles on October 29. Contact John (440-0877) for further information. St. Jude Ride Dust off your saddle and put on your hat for the Fourth Annual Saddle Up for St. Jude Children’s Hospital on October 13. The active members of the Vaqueras

del Camino with Patricia Keller of San Luis Hospitalists, stage the ride at Pomar Junction Vineyard in Templeton. Ride through the vines starting at 10 a.m. A lunch will follow at noon. Donations are requested to join the ride. Lunch is $10. Top it all off with tasting at the Pomar Tasting Room. Many thanks to Pomar Junction for hosting and the Vaqueras who give back by donating all proceeds to St. Jude. No child is turned away who needs care, so it’s important to support Danny Thomas’ dream. Last year the group raised more than $4,300. Contact Patricia (439-

HOOFBEAT CALENDAR Margarita Railhead Arena, sign up 8 a.m., ride 9 a.m., Margo Abatti 4673535 or Vicky Womble 438-3954 Oct. 6 CCCAHA All Breed Horse Show, Buckley Stables, SLO, www. cccaha.org Oct. 6 Loftus Ranch Arena Sorting Buckle Series, 3965 Buena Vista Dr., 3 div. prizes & buckles, ride 9:30 a.m., John 440-0877 Oct. 6 AHC meeting, 6 p.m. dinner, 7 p.m. speaker, 8 p.m. meeting, atascaderohorsemensclub.com Oct. 6 Tent. CC Cowgirls Drill Team, 11665 Viejo Camino, Paloma Creek, Atas., 8-5 p.m., 610-8521

Oct. 8 CCCAHA meeting, variety locations, Pat Bluehills2@aol.com Oct. 10-13 Cattle Drive, V6 Ranch, registration mandatory, www.parkfield. com Oct. 8 Loftus Ranch Arena Sorting Buckle Series, 3965 Buena Vista Dr., 3 div. prizes & buckles, 9:30 a.m., John 440-0877 Oct. 11 Loftus Ranch Arena Sorting Buckle Series, 3965 Buena Vista Dr., 3 div. prizes & buckles, ride 9:30 a.m., John 440-0877 Oct. 13 Vaqueras del Camino St. Jude Benefit Ride, Pomar Junction, donations to ride amid the vines, El Pomar at S.

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Parkfield, 11-8 p.m. Sat., 11-5 p.m. Sun., jewelry, leather, antiques, wood work, rawhide, painting, garden, wild rags, etc., Ann Davis 550-4750 or Barb 748-4984 Oct. 19 Adventures with Horses, Heaven Can Wait, 6275 Cerros Pioneros, San Miguel, 9:30-noon, ages 5-12, $25/child, family $15/add. sibling, $10/second sibling, register www.prcity. com/recreation 368-5702 Susan, www. heavencanwait.us Oct. 20 Whitehorse Series Challenge, Marcly Farms Hunter Jumper Show, 1409 Banneker Place, Nipomo, 3102555 Oct. 20 Loftus Ranch Arena Sorting

Buckle Series, 3965 Buena Vista Dr., 3 div. prizes & buckles, 9:30 a.m., John 440-0877 Oct. 22 Loftus Ranch Arena Sorting Buckle Series, 3965 Buena Vista Dr., 3 div. prizes & buckles, 6 p.m., John 440-0877 Oct. 23-Nov. 3 PCCHA Futurity Gelding, Cutting Stakes & 5/6 Yrs., Events Center, spectators admitted free Oct. 24-27 Dude Ranch Weekend, V6 Ranch, www.parkfield.com Oct. 25-27 Fall Camp & Ride, BCHC members only, Dave Stamey Fri., Sat. Mighty Croon Dogs, www. bchc-lpunit.org Oct. 26-27 Pro/Am Vaquero Roping,

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Recreation Opportunities in Paso Social Dance NEW! In this social dance class, you will learn basic dance steps so you can enjoy dancing with a partner. Most instructors start by teaching the waltz, but Joshua’s goal is that you have fun first - so the sessions start with East Coast Swing. As you mature as a dancer, Joshua will teach you more technical moves. No class on October 8. Question? Call Joshua, 403-3890. Location: Banquet A Instructor: Joshua Esquer Ages: 14 - 18Y Days: Tuesday: 7 - 8:30 p.m. Thursday: 5:30 - 7 p.m. Sessions: Monthly Fee: $40/month Adventures With Horses Heaven Can Wait Horse Sanctuary Children will spend an informative and enjoyable morning learning all about horses - and about the Sanctuary and why there is a need for this haven for equines. After this brief introduction, they will learn safety skills for being around horses and how to understand equine body language. The children will have a wonderful time meeting, greeting, grooming and walking horses. Participants may also choose to read to the horses, draw or color pictures of them, or take photos. It’s all about horses! Parents and grandparents

are encouraged to participate or enjoy the 360 views. For more information, go to www. HeavenCanWait.us. Location: Independence Ranch 6275 Cerros Pioneros Way, San Miguel Ages: 5 - 12Y Days: Saturday, October 19 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Fee: $25/child, $15/2nd sibling $10/3rd sibling Karate: Lil’ Dragons The Lil’ Dragons is an ongoing pre-karate program that emphasizes exercise, coordination, biomechanics, bully prevention, stranger awareness, and life skills. Much of the training is directed toward mental and physical discipline along with self-reliance, personal responsibility, self-defense, and self-esteem. Students are introduced to karate skills and katas for their advancement to the regular karate program. Class is taught by internationally-ranked 5th Degree Black Belt Michelle Rogers of Shorin-Ryu Karate. Questions? Call Michelle, 674-8747 or 239-3232. Initial registration fee of $25 due on first day of class and payable to instructor. Lil’ Dragon uniform included with fee. Location: Banquet A Instructor: Michelle Rogers

Ages: 3 - 7Y Days: Tuesday & Thursday, 4 – 4:45 p.m. Sessions: Monthly Fee: $65/monthly ($55/siblings) Photo Safari This local safari is an opportunity to learn professional photo skills and techniques in the field. We will be shooting wineries, grape vineyards, and landscapes including the San Miguel Mission. We meet at Centennial Park parking lot at 8:00 a.m. and then travel in our own vehicles to various locations in the county. Bring your own camera, tripod, snacks, and water. Questions? Call Brent, 559-909-5208. Location: Centennial Park Instructor: Brent Paull Ages: 16Y+ Days: Saturday, October 12, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fee: $75/session Learn Image Processing Learn how to adjust the brightness, contrast, color, and shadows in your images and create art from snapshots. Adding graphics like text, sharpening images, and removing distracting elements are all made easy. There are many tools for creating galleies for online viewing in many popular photo sharing websites, like Facebook and Flickr. You are welcome to bring some of your own images on a USB drive to be processed in class.

Questions? Call Brent, (559) 909-5208. Location: Live Oak Instructor: Brent Paull Ages: 16Y+ Days: Thursday, October 17, 6 - 8 p.m. Fee: $42/session Digital Photography On-Location Shooting Learn how to shoot better photos and have fun, too. This four-class course will help you improve your photo images with helpful tips and suggestions. Students will practice onlocation shooting at local sites in our county on two consecutive Saturdays. First and last meetings of each session are at Centennial Park. Saturday locations vary each session and will be announced at class. Participants must have a basic knowledge of their digital camera. Those under age 18 may attend with instructor’s approval. Questions? Call Dean, 238-0072. $12 materials fee per student covers the cost of your final photo prints. Location: White Oak Instructor: Dean Crawford, Jr. Ages: 18Y+ Days: Thursday, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Days: Saturday, 1 - 4p.m. Oct. 24, 26, Nov. 2, 7 Fee: $45/session $40/repeat students

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be hiring more as we get acclimated By Bob Chute “We’re excited to announce we and begin to implement the changes have purchased the family owned we already have planned. I’m up there South Valley Auto Plaza in King City 90% of the time and all our departfrom Vince Lopez,” said Mark Bor- ment heads are working with their jon (pronounced boar-hone). Vince people during the transition, which has owned the King City dealerships we anticipate will take about three for the past 30 years while the Borjon months.” Auto Center in Paso Robles has been locally owned by Mark and his family for the past 22 years. “It’s a great deal for both of us,” said Mark. “I’ve known Vince a long time, we’re only 42 minutes apart plus we’ve worked together in various groups through Gen- Borjon King City, above, eral Motors. We’ll keep and Mark Borjon with the same family focus Vince Lopez. and pride in customer service...plus I’m excited about the “I’m excited also,” said Jennifer additional lines we’ll now be offer- Borjon-Wescom, general manager of ing at the newly named Borjon Auto the Paso location. “It brings back a Center King City. In addition to the lot of the old feelings when my dad GMC and Buick lines here in Paso, first got involved with this dealerthe King City store also offers GMC ship. King City is a small community, and Buick, plus Chevrolet, Dodge, an agricultural community, like Paso Robles, where everyone cares about Ram, Chrysler and Jeep. “Vince was ready to retire,” said each other. King City has welcomed Mark. “We took over August 2nd and us with open arms. My dad has had will continue the long standing tradi- a good relationship with the King tions of the Lopez family. They’ve City Community in the past...includbeen such a big part of community ing being part of helping them set life in King City. He’s been awe- up a Heritage Foundation for the some in helping us in every way he King City Fair like he helped do here can during the transition. King City in Paso. Many similarities...and that is a small town, very much like Paso 42 minute drive is actually relaxing, Robles used to be and we plan to keep nice and straight, no Cuesta Grade all 18 of their employees. In fact, we’ll to deal with.

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“We have some homework to do,” added Jennifer. “We’ve been GM oriented for 22 years but now we’ll be adding the exciting lines from Dodge, Chrysler, Ram and Jeep. It’s going to be fun! The previous owner had multiple businesses in King City but our only concentration is on the dealerships and customer service.’ Borjon Paso Remodeling Complete As if that isn’t enough to keep them occupied the Borjons recently completed the total remodeling of the Paso Robles dealership. “It turned out great,” said owner Mark Borjon giving a tour of the site and proudly showing off the finished project. “We’ve rebuilt everything, a larger and more comfortable showroom with more customer amenities. We’ve expanded the service and parts departments in line to stock more parts and provide more bays to meet the increasing service needs and we’ll be adding additional employees with additional technicians.” The dealership currently employs 50 in all departments. This is a whole new GM direction for their GMC and Buick dealerships, “It has a brighter, more open feel but still maintain our local Paso Robles personality.” Borjon is proud that over 75% of the subs involved in the project were local workers. The new facade is aligning with other GM dealers, “The idea is to look like we’re part of a team, the

colors, tile and layouts of the showroom, service and parts departments will be comparable to dealerships in other areas but we’ve kept our local flavor in it...we insisted on that to keep it comfortable for our community,” added Jennifer Borjon-Wescom. Commercial lot reopened, Welcome to Business Elite. The commercial lot has reopened with a GM Business Elite designation, one of very few in the country, meaning they have met certain criteria as a commercial dealer and will offer a variety of utility beds, dump beds and others. “We specialize in helping businesses run smoother,” said Mark. “This is where you’ll find an inventory of work ready vehicles for whatever the job requires. We have trained sales consultants that will work with you to make sure you get the truck or van your business needs - equipped right to work right. “Our commitment to serving your business doesn’t stop when you drive off with your truck or van. Our technicians have the training, tools and equipment to service your business vehicle, to get you back on the road and serving your customers.” Borjon Auto Center Paso Robles is located at 2345 Golden Hill Road, at Highway 46 East, phone (805) 238-4515, on the web at borjonautocenter.com...and the new Borjon Auto Center King City is located at 905 Broadway, phone (831) 385-4865.

Historic Clock Tower Building Goes 21st Century By Bob Chute In the second of three solar projects on downtown buildings for partners Brett Van Steenwyk and Debbie Lorenz, Cal Paso Solar recently began construction on the roof to provide solar power to the iconic structure at 12th and Park Streets in Downtown Paso Robles. “Once again, Brett and Debbie elected to offset their PG&E bills by using the latest photo-voltaic technology,” said Jim Shepard of Cal Paso Solar. “The project utilizes ninety-six 280 watt LG Solar Modules and 96 Enphase 250/208 inverters. The Micro inverters efficiently convert the DC power to AC power at the solar panel, allowing maximum flexibility in distributing power to the meters in the building.” Brett, a leading Paso Robles devel-

oper has recently purchased several historic buildings in the downtown core. He has been involved in solar applications and solar leases for years. “The cost benefits to me, make solar a slam dunk with the investment return in just five years.” Debbie agreed and spoke of their great relationship working with Shepard, “He’s so easy to work with. We were pleased with the incredible configuration he and his crew came up with to make room for the solar systems with all the heating and air conditioning systems spaced all over the roof. Plus, we were very concerned that you wouldn’t be able to see the system from the ground level. This is probably the most photographed building in the city and seeing solar panels would really detract. It was a huge challenge and they were able to accomplish it.”

Brian Jones, heading the project for Cal Paso, agreed it was a challenge, “the normal angle of the panels is 18 degrees but we were able to efficiently configure these at between 9 and 14 degrees to make certain they were invis- Brian Jones of Cal Paso Solar was able ible from the ground.” The system will produce ap- to configure solar proximately 44,800 kilowatts panels on the roof annually, saving thousands of of The Clock Tower building to not dollars per year. be seen from the The next project for Shepground. ard with Brett and Debbie will involve a solar system on the roof of the three story Odd Fellow Building on Park Street that houses Cal Paso Solar Electric is located offices on the upper floors and F. at 1900 Spring Street, Suite B in Paso McLintock’s Restaurant on the ground Robles, call 239-4851 or check out calpasosolar.com. floor.

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Harvest in Paso Robles Wine Country is as unique as each berry in a grape cluster. Out here, every swirl and sip tells a different tale with each story crafted by the personalities of wine country. You are invited to create your own wine country story during the 2013 Harvest Wine Weekend, October 18 - 20. Experience firsthand the dynamic energy throughout the vineyards as grape growers, winemakers and cellar workers welcome the new vintage. Enjoy the sights, smells, sounds and tastes of this exciting season during three days of harvest celebrations. Visit old favorites and try something new, as wineries welcome you into the tasting room and onto the crush pad during the busiest and most exciting time of year. Weekend highlights include winemaker dinners, special vintage tastings, artisanal food and chocolate pairings, vineyard tours, blending seminars, grape stomps and much more...check out pasowine. com for details for each!

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vors and “Botanicals for Hope” – a nurturing skin care line developed by cancer survivor Kimberly Luker. Lisa adds, “I’m seeking women who have shared an experience with cancer as well as survivors that are entrepreneurs so we may support each other.” Visit Secret Strands at 790 S. Main Street in Templeton, Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., call 440-5501. Find Your Path with Dharma Yoga Dharma is the “Path.” When one follows that path, things just ...as they say...fall into place. What began as posturing for meditation poses over 5,000 years ago, yoga has become a result-based exercise workout with calming, stress inducing effects that also have measurable health benefits. A serious car accident brought Wendy Stresherkoff to the healing power of yoga to relieve her spine and neck discomfort that caused pain and headaches. After other methods of treatment, she adds, “The only thing I found that really worked was Yoga.” While living in New Orleans, life began to fall into place. Wendy moved to California, got a job at Artisan restaurant in Paso Robles, earned certification as an instructor and opened her own yoga studio. After regaining her health, she adds, “I want to make yoga affordable instead of a luxury so it’s practiced regularly. Take advantage of Wendy’s October special. The first month is only $65 (regularly $80) for unlimited class attendance. Wendy adds, “It’s really rewarding to present yoga to people and watch them come out of the final Savasana pose with a peaceful and happy glow. One of the yoga principles is the

quieting of the ‘brain chatter’ and sometimes it’s louder than others. Your brain lies to you and tricks you into thinking certain things are going on. It’s not true. We put ourselves into the cycle of the brain lives in the future and the body lives in the past; creating a conflict with the brain that is always Wendy Stresherkoff thinking of the next thing, but the body is a complete collection of everything we’ve ever done to it. With more yoga practice, the deeper issues will release, but you must be diligent – not just once a week. Yoga is accessible to all bodies at all levels of flexibility.” Chairs are used for individuals that aren’t able to get on the floor. With dedication, those who regularly practice yoga will experience a focused mind and calmed body. Dharma Yoga is located at 1329 Spring St. (upstairs), Paso Robles, call 434-6004. Click www.dharmayogalife.com for class schedule. Davis Water Conditioning In 1992, Steve Davis started Davis Water Conditioning after observing a “less than acceptable” installation of a water filtration system in his own home. After discovering the business potential and learning everything there is to know about water conditioning, Steve established Davis Water Conditioning and enjoyed remarkable success within the first two years. The key to success is service and always going the extra mile for the residential and commercial customers. Most recently, Davis acquired

Water Unlimited from Tom Wells. Steve adds, “With owning Water Unlimited for 30 years and 10 years prior with Culligan, Tom built a huge clientele of loyal customers!” Those customers now enjoy the same dedication to service as Davis Water Conditioning with the latest technology in new reverse osmosis and soft water systems, GE processing and 3M purification, salt free eco-friendly alternative products, all makes of existing water systems, replacement filters and RO membranes. An example of the capability of Davis Water Conditioning is a huge reverse osmosis facility for a group of 20 custom homes on the westside of Paso Robles. Compare a small RO system under a sink to an operation that takes up a whole building with 100,000 gallons of storage in concrete tanks. For a job large or small, Steve adds, “I know pumps and flows. Our guys go in and troubleshoot a problem and fix it. And that’s what we’re known for...a small part that makes a huge difference.” The analogy of having two choices for lunch describes how Steve Davis runs his company. He says, “We’re going to eat steak and chicken for lunch. There are two places that serve those things. Taco Bell has steak and chicken. McPhee’s has steak and chicken. We are not the cheapest, but we give superior, prompt service and the best solution to the problem by establishing a personal relationship.” Visit the warehouse at 2127 Vanderlip Court in Paso Robles for the largest selection of replacement filters and RO membranes on the Central Coast. Call for a free quote at 239-1245, 800-310-4138.Visit www.daviswaterconditioning.com for special offers.

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Introducing Dr. Kevin Colton

Providing Personalized Medical Care through MDVIP By Millie Drum When choosing a new doctor, the people who received a referral from someone they trusted – a family member, friend or another doctor – had the most favorable experiences. However, surveys show that some of the biggest complaints are still unclear explanations of the problem, test results not communicated quickly, problems in billing, difficulty in getting an urgent appointment, long waits, and limited direct access to the doctor by phone or email. If any of these frustrations sound familiar, there is an option for individuals seeking an enhanced doctorpatient relationship. Dr. Kevin Colton is associated with a new model of primary care that offers health care for individuals who are seeking a more personal relationship with their physician. After MDVIP’s thorough study of this area’s potential for a “concierge” medical practice, Dr. Colton became the only MDVIPaffiliated physician in North County that offers this innovative method of care. As an MDVIP-affiliated physi-

cian, Dr. Colton aspires to give his patients complete peace of mind through the company’s philosophy of “Prevention and Wellness in Practice.” Dr. Steve Hilty in San Luis Obispo is the only other MDVIP-affiliated physician in the county. The annual $1800 membership fee (with convenient payment terms) includes the MDVIP Wellness Program with Dr.Colton’s counseling,a personalized wellness plan and advanced screenings to assess heart, respiratory and bone health, diabetes, vision, sleep, hearing, weight management, sexual health, emotional well-being and a comprehensive risk factor analysis. Other benefits include an electronic personal health record, a personal website (MDVIP Connect) to access health information and contact with some of the country’s leading diagnostic and treatment institutions through the Medical Centers of Excellence program. The size of Dr. Colton’s practice will be limited in order to give the most personal care possible. Instead of seeing 28 patients, Dr. Colton now sees 12 each day. He adds. “If someone in

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my practice has an out-of-town guest that needs medical attention, I’ll take care of them since I have the time.” Dr. Colton’s patients receive sameday or next-day appointments that start on time, unhurried office visits that last as long as required, prompt prescription refills, in-home care, assistance with hospital admission and personal access to Dr. Colton by phone. With 25 years of experience beginning right after high school as a

front line Army medic to positions in VA and Kaiser hospitals and the last 16 years in Templeton specializing in Internal Medicine, Dr. Colton says, “I’ve experienced the ups and downs and bureaucracy of health care in this country. I’ve seen the onslaught of regulations and the worsening state of Medicare.” As an MDVIP-affiliated physician, Dr. Colton now has the time and unparalleled resources to care for his patients with confidence; giving each of them the attention and peace of mind that means they are in “exceptional hands” with an exceptional doctor. Click www.mdvip.com and www. KevinColtonMD.com. Call 434-1851 and visit 1105 Las Tablas Road, Suite F in Templeton.

Coldwell Banker sponsors local charities The Paso Robles office of Coldwell Banker Premier Real Estate recently released a list of donations made to local charities through their program “Giving Back.” Assistant manager Debi Ferravanti said, “Thanks to all of our loyal clients we are fortunate to do this.” A deduction is made from each real estate closing and deposited into their “Giving Back” fund. A committee then decides on the cause or charity and the amount to be donated. “This branch program is in addition to the local Association of Realtors’ fund raising efforts such as the Annual Can Tree Drive for Loaves and Fishes,” said Ferravanti. Since its inception the Paso Robles office of Coldwell Banker Premier Real Estate has raised and donated close to $10,000. For more information contact Ferravanti at 239-1900 debi.ferravanti@cold wellbanker.com.

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Central Coast Handmade Market

No. County’s newest Craft Fair set for Oct. 25 & 26 By Millie Drum After 18 years of Pam Osborn’s Traditions in Time Christmas Art and Craft Fair, Karin Smith and Jamie Cheney are taking over with a new name and a new direction in the same location (Templeton Legion Hall) on October 25 and 26. Central Coast Handmade Market will showcase their own handmade items as well as those from local crafters and vendors that include jewelry, metal and garden art, yarn, fabric and leather items, home décor items and other categories. Karin adds, “As well as giving our shoppers a great assortment of handmade

items, our show supports stay-at-home moms, retirees and people that craft full time for a living. While many crafters sell their products through the internet, it’s great to have the live interaction between the crafter and the customer. I participated in Pam’s show for 12 years. Now Jamie and I are excited about this opportunity!” The entrepreneurial spirit comes naturally for Karin and Jamie; sisters growing up in family businesses. Their mom, Michelle owned the craft store, The Hobby Horse. Their aunt Kathy owned The Hair Merchants. Karin says, “I started making jewelry around age 12 and selling bracelets at my mom’s shop for $2. I

re-invested my earnings into more beads and eventually sold my jewelry at other places. One year Jamie and I sold ribbon wrapped mistletoe for 25 cents at my aunt’s shop at Christmas. We never made a conscious choice to become crafters. It was just a theme in our lives.” Jamie says, “Crafting and creating is in my (our) blood. I’ve been creating ever since I can remember. But it really took off when I decided to stay home and take care of my boys and start a business from home. When people hear the words ‘craft show’ I think it’s changed from what it used to be. I hope we can show people that using re-usable products and re-pur-

Karin Smith, left, and Jamie Cheney.

posing items by giving them new life is something that has brought crafting back into the spotlight. One of the main reasons for creating handmade items is to support home-based businesses in our community. Giving handmade gifts is so much more personal. “

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What’s happening on Main Street?

By Chris Weygandt Alba When we celebrate the heritage of our community on Pioneer Day, Saturday, Oct. 12, the heart of Paso Robles is the star of the show. Downtown Paso Robles has been an essential part of that heritage since the town began, and this year, our Pioneer Day Queen is Norma Moye, who has guarded the heart of the city for over 20 years as the executive director of the Paso Robles Main Street Association. In the philosophy of urban design, the downtown center is the gathering place of the people, where not only do citizens share goods and ideas but also where you can discover the collective mind, memory, and spirit of the community. Our downtown has always been that kind of place. It’s the responsibility of Norma Moye and the Paso Robles Main Street Association to help keep it that way. Main Street’s mission is to “restore, promote, and enhance the economic vitality and unique historical value of our downtown.”

Since 1931, downtown has been central to Pioneer Day, a day set aside for the town to celebrate the area’s hard-working ranchers and farmers, with a parade, lunch, and activities provided for free. Many of our downtown businesses still close to honor the spirit of Pioneer Day, so people can “Leave Your Pocketbooks at Home.” And more free activities take place downtown this month. On Saturday, Oct. 19, Main Street’s annual Golden Oak Festival will once again fill the downtown park with vintage items, collectibles, and handmade goods, joined by chili and beer. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., more than 80 vendors located throughout the park will offer everything from garden art and handmade jewelry, to antique glassware and more. You can hunt for that perfect treasure with the holidays just around the corner. This is one of our most popular festivals, so plan on a spectacular Saturday at the park. If you’d like to be one of the vendors, call the Main Street office at 238-4103 to rent a site. Downtown’s beloved Safe and Fun Halloween celebration for families

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with children takes place on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 6 p.m. Downtown merchants will hand out treats, and families can participate in a pumpkin-carving contest (bring your pre-carved pumpkin to the city park holiday house on 12th St.). The El Paso de Robles Historical Society will offer a barbecue, and kids can have their photo taken with the Main Street witches at the holiday house. An additional treat, “Thriller” will be performed on the square in front HANDMADE from page 70 It’s not only the amount of heart and hard work that the artist put into it. It’s the thought of “Oh! They’d LOVE that!” when you find the perfect gift for that hard to buy for person. With her current business, Ever Sew Clever, Jamie specializes in practical, reusable items; snack/sandwich bags, bowl covers and more. Visit Jamie’s website at EverSewClever.etsy .com. Click EverSewClever@hotmail. com and Facebook.com/EverSewClever. Visit Karin and her husband Ty’s busi-

Parade on Park Street, circa 1910: The Star Rooming House at the top center of the photo was owned by Pioneer Day Queen Norma Moye’s great-uncle Charles Ronconi.

of the fountain on 12th Street. This truly is a safe and fun way to take the children trick or treating, and it has become an annual delight for the town’s youngsters. Enjoy the heart of Paso Robles this month – see you downtown! ness Hide and Tallow on their website www.hideandtallow.com for handmade leather wallets, cell phone cases, ear phone holders, key chains and cuff bracelets. Karin specializes in beads and beading supplies at www.elementbeads.etsy. com. Central Coast Handmade Market is open on Friday, Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendor applications accepted until space is filled. Contact 975-3177, 7123688 or CentralCoastHandmadeMark et@gmail.com.

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Scarecrow Contest Trick or Treat Downtown Merchants Wednesday Oct. 31 3-6 PM Pumpkin Carving Contest • 5:00 • City Park Fountain Photo with the Witches! • 3-6 PM • 12th & Park St. Historical Society BBQ • 3-6 PM • City Park Sponsored by the Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Association

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A monthly look at events, meetings and special occasions. To submit your listing, email bob@pasoroblesmagazine.com, 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. OCTOBER 1-31 • Cambria Scarecrow Festival presented by the Cambria History Society. Over 350 scarecrows line the Cambria business district last year, more expected for 2013...no charge. For details call Taylor Hilden (805) 909-9000 or info@cambriascarecrows.om 3-27 • ‘PasoScapes: Oils by Erin Hanson’ at Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine Street, PR, from 12-6 p.m. exhibits works throughout the month of graceful hillsides and lush hues in Hanson’s signature Open-Impressionistic fashion. Opening Reception on October 5 at 5-10 p.m. Call 238-9800. Visit www.erinhanson.com and www. StudiosonthePark.org. 4 • Bike Bash Dinner at Wild Horse Winery from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. offers hors d’oeuvres of barbecued kielbasa, followed by Tuscan grilled chicken pancetta alfredo and other favorites by Stein’s Catering plus Wild Horse wines. Seating limited. Cost: $35. Visit wineandrosesbikeride.com. 5 • 12th Annual Wine & Roses Bike Ride offers a 100-mile Century Ride, 62-Mile Metric Century and 30-Mile Ride through wine country on the Central Coast. Afterward, enjoy a scrumptious BBQ, great wines and beautiful Templeton downtown. Ride limited to 350 participants. Visit www. wineandrosesride.com. 6, 20 • Bianchi Winery Concerts, 3380 Branch Road, PR. Enjoy Lakeside Concerts at the winery. 10/6: Tennessee Jimmy Harrell Trio (country, bluegrass, western swing) from 3-6 p.m. 10/20: Pasion Gitana (Rumba flamenca in the style of the Gipsy Kings) from 3-6 p.m. Reserve your VIP table. Bring your own picnic or purchase cheese, meats and wine. Low back chairs permitted. No outside

alcohol. Cost: Complimentary. Call 226-9922. Visit www.bianchiwine.com. 7 • Almond Country Quilters will meet at Trinity Lutheran Church, 940 Creston Road, PR, begins at 7 p.m. The agenda includes members teaching quilting techniques. Social time begins at 6:30 with the meeting to follow at 7:30 p.m. For more information about the Guild, visit www.almondcountryquilters.org. 9 • Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce Membership Mixer at Summerwood Winery. 10 • ‘Grow Your Business’ 2013 Harvest Business Showcase hosted by Templeton Chamber of Commerce at Twin Cities Community Hospital from 4-7 p.m. is an excellent opportunity to promote your business, products and services. Delicious food, wine tasting, door prizes and more. Free admission. Cost for booth space is $50/members and $75/non-members. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 • 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. Happy Hour, 4 p.m.-CLOSE. Friday: Ladies 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. 10/4-10/5: Nataly Lola, 10/11-10/12: Steve Sturgis and Road House, 10/18-10/19: Bobby Cruz and the Mystics. 10/25-10/26: The Belmores. Call 226-4925. 12 • 83rd Annual Pioneer Day Parade in Paso Robles offers something for everybody and everything is free. 7 a.m.: Beans cooked in City Park. 7:30 am: Antiques Classic Car Judging at King Oil Tools, 2235 Spring Street (old Reneau lot). 8 am: Children’s Pet Show, ages 12 & under at City Park Gazebo. 8:30 a.m.: Little Cowboy-Little Cowgirl Contest at City Park Gazebo. 10 am: Pioneer Day Parade starts at 17th & Spring Street, continues

around City Park. 12 Noon: Free Bean Feed at City Park. 12 Noon: Carnegie Library/Historical Museum at City Park opens. 1:00 p.m.: Band Concert at City Park. 1 p.m.: Gymkhana at Paso Robles Event Center; Horseshoe Pitching Contest at City Park; Pioneer Museum is open to visitors; Old Gas Engine Show at Pioneer Park; Mule Packing Demo at Pioneer Museum. Old pioneer family window displays throughout the Downtown area. Visit www.pasoroblespioneerday.org. 14 • Columbus Day 18 • Party in Pink Zumbathon at Kennedy Club Fitness in Paso Robles from 6-8 p.m. Global Research Grant for breast cancer prevention. Food, wine, prizes. Cost: $20 if you pre-pay at the club and get an extra raffle ticket. Call 239-8488. 18-20 • Harvest Wine Weekend, held the third weekend of October, offers more than weekend vineyard tours, blending seminars, winemaker dinners, vineyard BBQs, educational seminars, live music, artisanal food and chocolate pairings

and grape stomps. Visit www.pasowine.com and download a brochure and see what all of the wineries have to offer. 19 • ‘Taste of Back Roads’ to benefit PRYAF (Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation) at Windfall Farms Foaling Barn in Creston celebrates Harvest Festival weekend with local wines and olive oils. Enjoy a taco or chicken salad dinner by Chef Lovejoy of Cass Catering, with music by Mike McGuire. VIP Food/Wine Pairing from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cost: $60/VIP parking and early entry. $45/General wine and olive oil tasting from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $25/designated driver. Small service fees apply. Call 238-5825. Visit www.pryaf.org. 19 • Golden Oak Festival & Chili Cook Off at Downtown City Park in Paso Robles from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. offers antiques, collectibles, arts, crafts, food, chili cook-off, antique cars, Battle of Garage Bands and fun. Admission is free. Sorry, no dogs

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5 • Intro to Wellness Hands-On Cooking: Stocks and Soups from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $70/class or $300/five-day class. 9 • Therapeutic Nutrition & Cooking for Individuals with cancer. Cost $20. 12 • Intro to Wellness Hands-On Series: Grains, Beans and Greens from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $70/class or $300/five-day class. 17 • 3-Way Series: Tomatoes from 10-11:30 a.m. $25pp, RSVP to The Kitchen. 19 • Part 4, Intro to Wellness Hands-On: Poultry and Fish from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $70/class or $300/five-day class. 26 • Part 5, Intro to Wellness Hands-On: Desserts and Snacks from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $70/class or $300/five-day class.

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TIME & PLACE CALENDAR from page 72 allowed in City Park. Vendor spaces, $55. Call 238-4103, visit www.pasoroblesdowntown.org or e-mail mainstreet@tcsn.net. 19 • ‘Vizions $45 Cut, Color and Style’ Hairstyling Marathon at Vizions Day Spa, 631 Creston Rd., PR, from 9-6 p.m. offers a mini mani/pedi. Appointment required. Proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Call 238-6621. 24 • Soul Kitchen at The Wellness Kitchen offers live music, wine tasting and a Wellness Sampler Plate for $15. 1255 Las Tablas Rd. Call 434-1800. 25-26 • Central Coast Handmade Market is the newest craft fair in North County at Templeton Legion Hall on South Main Street in Templeton on Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Yarns, fabric, leather, edibles, jewelry, metal and garden art, rustic home décor and more. Accepting vendor applications. Call 975-3177 or 712-5688. Write CentralCoastHandmadeMarke t@gmail.com. 26 • Howl’oween at Sherwood Dog Park at 290 Scott Street (next to the Senior Center, Paso Robles), PR, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., offers a Pet Costume Contest at 11 a.m., Holiday Bake Sale, Seasonal Family Photos for a $10 donation, Pet adopt-a-thon and microchip clinic ($15). Free coffee and hot cider. Proceeds benefit Sherwood Dog Park of Paso Robles. Call 239-4437 or visit www.sherwooddogpark.com. 26 • “SPOOK TIME” at the Rios-Caledonia Adobe, 7 to 9 p.m., 700 South Mission St., in San Miguel. Luminarias will light your way from the parking lot – candles will be provided to keep you safe. Refreshments will be available and the spooky, darkened adobe will welcome you for FREE – the GHOSTS are hosting! Surprises around every corner. Ghost stories will be related to add to the atmosphere. Be sure to dress warmly! For information, contact the non-profit Friends of the Adobes, Inc., Joyce Herman, 440-7173 or

hermanjah@tcsn.net. 26 • Zoo Boo at Charles Paddock Zoo from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Kids can put on their costumes and enjoy carnival games, a not-too-scary haunted house and go rick-or-treating. Call 461-5000. 27 • The Annual Country Faire and Fund Raising Quilt Raffle, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the historic Hesperia Hall. Country faire hosts vendors, food, Country kitchen selling whole homemade desserts, and live music by featured artist Nick Brittan. Their spectacular 2013 scholarship fund raising quilt will be raffled, winner announced at 3 p.m. that day.The queen sized quilt features many hundreds of hours of community hand work and would be a valuable addition to any home. For more information www. hesperiahall.org for directions. (Interlake road to Bryson-Hesperia Road, follow Bryson-Hesperia Road approx 2 miles to the hall.) 31 • Safe & Fun Halloween in Downtown Paso Robles offers open stores, trick or treating from 36 p.m., a free Photo with the Witches from 3-6 p.m., BBQ from 3-6 p.m., and a Pumpkin Carving Contest at 6 p.m. Call 238-4103. 31 • ‘Thriller’ Dance Performance by the students of Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation (PRYAF) on Halloween at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. near the Paso Robles City Park fountain. NOVEMBER 2 • Dining with the Arts to benefit Paso Robles Youth Art Foundation from 6-9 p.m. Cost: $80 per person or $600 for a table of eight. Local chef, live performance, wine and silent auction. Call 238-5825 for tickets. 3 • Founder’s Day Celebration in Templeton takes place on Main Street, near the Historical Museum. Founder’s Day commemorates the anniversary of the arrival of the first passengers off the train on November 1886, as well as the area’s historical heritage. Street Faire features local crafters and collectors. Great food, entertainment and a dance performed by local youngsters. Vintage tractors, hit-n-miss engines and antique auto display, courtesy of Templeton.

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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. AgVenture Day on Oct. 2. Visit www.slofarmbureau.org. Cattlewomen’s Pre-Pioneer Day Roping on Oct. 5 in the Equestrian Center. Call Elena Clark at 238-3323 or visit www.cattlewomen-slo.org. Three Speckled Hens Antique Show on Oct. 5-6 in the Special Events Center and Frontier Town. Call Kathy Marquart, 674-7807. Visit www.threespeckledhens.com. CC Feather Fanciers on Oct. 5. Visit www.centralcoastfeatherfanciers.com. Old Timers BBQ, Paso Robles Rotary Club in Commercial Bldg. #2 and Mission Square on Oct. 10. Visit pasoroblesrotary.org/OldTimersLuncheon.cfm. CC Roller Derby in Commercial Bldg. #2 on Oct. 12. centralcoastrollerderby.com. Friends of the Fair Dinner on Oct. 15 in Commercial Bldg. #2. Call 239-0566. FFA Greenhand Conference on Oct. 16-17 at Country Real Estate Pavilion, Special Events Center and Frontier Town. Call Greg Beard, 756-2402. Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association Futurity / Stakes on Oct. 18 thru Nov. 3 at the Equestrian Center and fairgrounds. Visit pccha.com. Daylight Saving Time Ends on Nov. 3.

The ‘Wiggle Waggle Walk for Woods Humane Society’ at Mitchell Park in San Luis Obispo on October 19 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon is a one-mile pledge walk through downtown San Luis Obispo, with a Pet Fair, K9 Contests and more. Cost: $15 for all walkers 12 years and older. Includes t-shirt and K9 goodie bag. Children under 12 and their dogs may walk for free. Dress your pet in her best superhero costume for a chance to win great prizes. Woods Human Society has helped homeless pets find permanent homes in San Luis Obispo County since 1955. Call 543-9524. Register online at www.woodshumansociety.org.

North County Humane Society (NCHS), 2300 Ramona Road, Atascadero, needs volunteer help at the cat shelter with grooming, socialization, and lots of TLC to over 250 cats in the residence. “Shop for the Shelter” at Food 4 Less in Paso Robles on October 5 and 19; November 2. Petco Adoptions at the Petco store in the Target Shopping Center on October 15, 2, 16, 26 and November 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For shelter business hours and more info, call 466-5403. Visit www.slonchs.org.

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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

Solid Rock Christian Fellowship 925 Bennett Way, Templeton Service: 10:00 a.m. Pastor Jeff Saylor (805) 434-2616

Niblick Road Baptist Church 1145 Niblick Rd., Paso Robles Services: 10:30 a.m. Pastor Christopher Cole (805) 238-4614

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

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. 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 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: 7 p.m. Friday Nights 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. Coaches: Aaron Porter, Dayn Mansfield (805) 543-0943

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By Chuck Desmond Some will not read this article because of the first line. They might scoff or grumble and dismiss the situation. For those of you who are sticking with me to delve deeper, there are a few things to be mentioned first. #1 is that yes, Paso has a large homeless population; that’s a fact. #2 is that being homeless is not a crime; it’s a situation that has many possible beginnings. The homeless are human beings – just like everyone else – and because of that, we have an obligation to help when we can. Forget every other great thing about Paso and reflect that this helping-attitude is what makes El Paso de Robles as fabulous as it is. We help one another. We just do! Period! This particular article is about a lady’s relatively new way to help. A bit of background before we start. The 2nd Baptist Church is on Riverside across from Pioneer Park. For about 20 years, this has been the venue for lunches on Monday through Friday. The program is called Christ’s Kitchen. A great woman named Liz Koll has been using the same venue for the past 10 years to provide a dinner. There are also showers and thus an opportunity to clean up at 46 East Storage 34 43 911 Supply House A Beautiful Face 51 Adelaide Advisors 67 Adelaide Floral 60 Advanced Concrete 52 Advanced Construction 51 Alliance Board Co. 42 American Oak Furniture 3 Artisans Fall Roundup 63 Artworks 59 65 Baker, Richard Bankston, Kim 10 Barto, JR Heating 64 Beehive Salon 73 Berry Hill Bistro 12 BlakesTrueValue 27 Blakeslee&Blakeslee 69 Blenders 33 Body Basics 37 Borjon Auto Center 16 Bresk, Helena 63 Bridge Sportsmen 19 Cal Paso Solar 37 56 Cambria Nursery Cantrelle Painting 54 Casey Print 72

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the end of the day. This program called People’s Kitchen is also a Monday through Friday situation. Different groups take a night per week to prepare and then bring and serve the food. On Saturdays, a different group called The Lunch Ladies serve a hot lunch at the St. James Episcopal Church. You can see where this is going. What happens between Saturday lunch and Monday lunch? That’s 48 hours. Remember, this is Paso. As such, another of our neighbors has risen to the task. Her name is Cherie (pronounced Sherry) Michaelson and in August 2012, she started Sandwiches On Sundays – SOS for short! That covers the 2-day span and gets these individuals and families through. Starting with only a few showing up, there are now approximately 30 who have come to rely on her. Cherie starts making a huge pot of soup on Saturday and then big lunch bags full of “good stuff.” Yogurt, fruit, pastries, energy bars and of course sandwiches. PB ’n’ J is the norm. Then, starting at 9:30 on Sunday morning, Cherie with a crony or two, distribute the food in Pioneer Park. Most of the food supplies come from the Food

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Bank where she able to buy quality products for a very low price. The rest of the food and supplies (plates, plastic ware, Cherie Michaelson napkins, cups, etc) is donated by people who know her (she owns and operates a home and business cleaning company) or have heard about the program and merely want to help. Nothing is easy is it? Just when you think you might be ahead, BAM – another need, another crisis, another something. We call it LIFE. No one is an island and we’re all in this together. If you’d like to know more, click on SandwichesOnSundays@hotmail.com. Any of the organizations mentioned will bend over backwards to thank you for your help. If SOS is one you’d consider sponsoring, a check earmarked for SOS can be mailed to St. Rose, 820 Creston Rd., Paso. SOS is a non-profit and St. Rose’s staff does the gathering and dispersing of funds that keep the project going. We’re due at last for a very wet winter but that doesn’t alleviate hunger. PR District Cemetery 68 19 PR Door & Trim PR Glass 15 PR Golf Club 25 PR Handyman 55 PR Insurance 19 PR Main Street 71 PR Magazine 6 Testimonials PR Pet Boarding 43 PR Safe & Lock 63 PR Sports Club 49 PR Waste 27 PR Youth Arts Foundation 47 Photo Stop 25 Pioneer Day Committee 39 Pro Handyman 35 Pure Elements 69 Railsback Insurance 55 Revive Massage 62 Ross, SharonCC Mort 68 San Marcos Ranch 70 Scoles,PatsyLaw 55 Office Sealed with a Kiss 29 Secret Strands 60

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