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CONTENTS

NOVEMBER 2013

volume 13 number 7

A Monthly Look at Life in our Remarkable Communities

Feature S tories

44 City of Paso Robles Library

12 Music for the Soul

Reaching out to help others during the Holidays

- by Chris Weygandt Alba

Polish Superstars slated for 2013 Festival, November 7-10

- by Melissa Chavez

46 Hoofbeat

Hoofbeat Calendar and Trail Tales - by Dorothy Rogers

Departments

Filled with Humor, Timely Tidbits, and Mesmorizing Memorabilia..stuff you didn’t realize you need to know...plus the Ol’ Curmudgeon comes visiting.

80 Year Old Flies over Santa Margarita Ranch The Adventure of Hellie Blythe - by Heather Young

• The Children’s Academy Montessori Preschool is child-driven, teacher-guided On the cover: Paderewski Festival 2013 set for November 7-10 • The Nutcracker Ballet to perform at TPAC in December EDITORIAL DEADLINE: • Bearcat Water Polo Captains 7th of each month preceding publication Leaders in and out of the Water ADVERTISING DEADLINE: • Cuesta College Promise: First Semester 10 th of each month preceding publication Free for SLO County High School Graduates HOW TO REACH US

24 Paso People

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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

Quasquicentennial Update At the Library Paso’s “P-Hill” Revisited Kiwanis Club Honors Muggelberg Annual Fund-A-Need Lot Donates $162,000 to must! Charities BookPlates Fundraiser Set for November 16 Local Artists Announce Collaboration in Atelier 708 Freedom Friday! Pioneer Museum Adds New Board Members

• Amazing! Wurlitzer of the West Finds a New Home in Paso • New Family Care Network Headquarters Nearly Complete • San Miguel History Project • County Perspective - by Bruce Curtis • News from Templeton • This N That - A Collection of ‘Stuff’ • Upcoming Events in Cambria

Founding Co-Publisher: Karen Chute 1949-2004

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

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

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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.

34 Round Town

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

63 Last Word

18 Education

• The Steinbecks: 7 Generations of Farming • C.A.R.E. Castleman’s Awareness Research Effort Update and Open House • What’s Happening on Main Street? • Paso Chamber Hires Interim CEO • Business Spotlight - by Millie Drum • Season of Gratitude at The Wellness Kitchen • Paso Robles Sports Club Plans Major Expansion • New Program for Cancer Patients Begins November 12

60 Time & Place

10 Ol’ Oaken Bucket

Cool stuff to do for the month ahead!

50 Business

16 Paderewski Festival

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Getting Ready for the Holidays Ahead

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cus. Just a It’s also a time to be thankful able to share our short time Thought we’re on this planet living on the incredible Central Coast. By Bob Chute

Happy Thanksgiving! I’m hoping you have exceptional times planned with loved ones in the weeks ahead to be able to share this special time of year...and lots of hugs! We should always have that attitude but for some reason it takes the holidays to help us refo-

ceremony to honor our military veterans on Veteran’s Day, Monday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at the site, 45 Nacimiento Lake Drive in Paso Robles. A complimentary hot dog lunch will be provided by Kuehl Nicolay Funeral Chapel. For more information, call 238-4544. The cemetery staff is asking for volunteers to assist with the Avenue of the Flags set up and take down on Veteran’s Day, Monday, Nov. 11. Set up is at 7 a.m. and take down at 3:30 p.m. Call Marie at 238-4544 to volunteer.

But, most importantly, we need to stop, ponder, give thanks and pray for those soldiers, men and women, throughout the world who continue to fight for our freedom each and every day that we all too often take for granted. Veteran’s Day Ceremony The Paso Robles District Cemetery will be holding their annual

To Honor Veteran’s Day - Remember our Own Fallen Soldiers By Millie Drum It is a sad reality that the demand for Memory Boxes far exceeds the funding. While the program started by David Bouillez was created to honor the fallen soldiers who

by a Memory Box, they can contact me. “In November, I have many presentations to local organizations and clubs to ask for donations. I’ve sent letters locally, nationally and abroad asking for donations but the funding falls short of the demand. Our first district Supervisor Frank Mecham and local veterans are volunteering to make the boxes. My wood shop is set up primarily to make the boxes to satisfy the requests if we can just get the funding.” The cost is approximately $125 per box. The American flag, insignia

died in Iraq and Afghanistan, the requests from any family who lost a soldier who lost their lives defending their country in any war will be heard. David adds, “It’s an honor to hear the heroic stories while talking to the parents. We now have over 500 requests from all over the United States. I’ve had so much support and help.” The boxes are provided at no cost. “We have received grant funding that must be used for families that live in San Luis Obispo County. If anyone knows of a fallen soldier and a family that would be honored

for branch of service, a silhouette of a fallen soldier and an engraved name makes each box a poignant tribute. J. Lohr Vineyards is a major local sponsor along with Pear Valley Vineyards. A businessman from Orinda, Ca. not only sponsored two memory boxes; he presented the boxes to the families personally. Fallen Soldiers Memorabilia Boxes, Inc. is a nonprofit organization. To donate, contact David, call 805-221-5087, 415806-9064, david@dbcustomwood working.com, and click www. memoryboxesproject.com.

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Buyer 4. We'd like a home in the Templeton area, (close to town) 5 to 10 acres, 4 bedroom, 3 to 4,000sf. We are seeking a house with Victorian ,Tuscan or Ranch architecture. Our price range 700 to 1.2M.

Buyer 2. A fully operational Olive farm, 20 acres to 100 acres. Not adverse to partners, up to 7 million.

Buyer 5. We're looking to start a B&B and are open to different concepts but must be a desirable place to rest , relax and enjoy the north county. We're willing to go up to 1.2 million dollars.

Buyer 3. I'm very interested in purchasing an up and running food, retail, or light manufacturing business. I'd like the property to have a residence as well with 4 – 10 acres. Range 1.5 million

Buyer 6. Well, pretty simple, I'm looking for a home not more than 13 years old, somewhere between 12 and 1,900 square ft. I prefer the communities of

Templeton, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach ,Avila Beach, and San Luis Obispo. $400-500,000.

mum number, I'd much prefer a number in the 20's.

Buyer 7. I am prepared to pay 600K on land to build a house, or on a newer home in a good secure neighborhood.

Buyer 10. Looking for a home in developments north of Union, Riverglen, Montebello , Bella Vista area. We are ready to buy 400-500K

Buyer 8. We would like to find nice enough acreage to qualify it as horse property in Templeton. The home has a minimum of 4 bedrooms. We can spend up to $700.000.

Buyer 11. A smaller home with views and room for a hot tub or small pool Around 600K, is a lot more difficult to find than you would think. We want a peaceful and quiet home to enjoy life in.

Buyer 9. I require 60+ acres of land on the West side for the cultivation of Black Truffels. 15” of annual rainfall is a mini-

I have several first time home buyers wanting to find a home under 300K If you hear of anyone wanting to sell please call me at 610-7010

READY TO GO FISHIN’? My client Jerry loves to fish. His wife, Pat, loves to hear the pattering of rain drops and the whispering of the Pine trees. Last month they took a trip to Oregon and 'snagged' the perfect home in the pines nestled within minutes to 5 fishing lakes. Upon their return , we listed their home and got an accepted offer the very next day. Now they REALLY ARE going fishing! I thank them so very much for calling me from my ad. Helping people get to a happier place is what brings joy to my heart and makes life worth living. Its not about me.... its definitely ALL about YOU. A big THANK YOU to all of my wonderful clients and friends!

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Senior Band: First: Atascadero High School Second: Paso Robles High School Junior Band: First: Paso Robles Flamson Middle School Second: Cayucos Elementary Steel Drum Band Best Costume: Ladies of the Barbary Coast Best Cowgirl: Entry #79 Michelle Best Cowboy: Entry #77 Justin and Bodie Above: Young cowboys and a cowgirl Best Float Theme: Chaparral 4-H receive bean cooking information from Old Equipment: Model A Club volunteers including Lions Club members. Matched Pair Mounted: Creston Right: Pat Sherwin and grandaughter Rodeo Queens Brittany Ellart stirring those beans. Mounted Group Senior: Back “That’s a big activity in Country Horsemen Washington: Proceeding. Animal Drawn Vehicle: Wells Fargo Novelty Junior: Artistry in Motion They’re always proceeding Stage Performing Arts Center or moving forward. A lot of Club-School: Paso Robles High Family Group: The Von Dollens that goes on: ‘Senator, have School Theater Sheriff/Marshal Posse: you solved that problem?’ ‘Well, we’re Club-4-H: Parkfield 4 -H SLO County Sheriff moving forward on that.’ And when Club-Civic Group Sr.: Charro or Charra: La Mexicana B they’re not moving forward, they’re Estrella Warbirds Little Cowgirl, 0-3: Sawyer Bridger moving something else forward... Club-Other Jr.: Central Coast Little Cowboy, 0-3: Buster Koester such as the process, ‘We have to move Horse and Cattle Little Cowgirl, 4-6: Ruth Pritchard the process forward so we can imple- Club-Shriner: San Joaquin Little Cowboy, 4-6: Athen Domingos ment the provisions of the initiative Valley Shrine Pioneer Girl, 0-3: Sunday Rose Cypert in order to meet these challenges.’ Church Group: Plymouth Pioneer Boy, 0-3: Otto Dodd No one has problems anymore. Chal- Congregational Pioneer Girl, 4-6: Slone Davis lenges. That’s why we need people Marching Group: Ballet Folklorico Pioneer Boy, 4-6: Buck Strachan 7th generation Roblans, Otto and Maddox who can make the tough decisions. Chachanilla Best Pet: Emily Hill and her Dodd, with their mom Audrey, received 1st Tough decisions like: ‘How much Novelty Senior: Brahma Bull and Horse Chihuahua Bruiser place Pioneer Boys, 0-3 years old recognition. soft money can I expect to collect in exchange for my core values?’” - George Carlin, 1937-2008 Personal Did you ever wonder where the sudcashier ends my transaction by handing me the receipt and Happy 2nd Birthday to denly popular catchphrase “Here ya go” reciting this irritating phrase...I cringe and shake my grandson William Robert comes from? Every time I hear it, it’s like head! Haven’t had the nerve to say, “Wait a minute! Lear on the 7th! fingernails screeching on a blackboard. Shouldn’t you be thanking me for paying your salary?” or Perspectives on Washington “The bad part about our whole structure of paying our congressmen is that we name a sum and give ‘em all the same, regardless of ability. No other business in the world has a fixed sum to pay all their employees the same salary. If some efficiency expert would work out a scheme where each one would be paid according to his ability we would save a lot of money...But if they are smart enough to make us feed ‘em, why, then we are the fools, not them.” - Will Rogers, 1879-1935

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Music for the Soul

Thanksgiving is a good time to ask, “Do I sing louder than I whine?” By Chris Weygandt Alba To kick off the holiday season, I rewrote a verse that decorated my mother’s kitchen for most of my life. The original version welcomed guests to our humble abode. My Thanksgiving version says our humble abode is much better off when humility is a permanent resident. The signs of humility — gratitude, grace, and generosity — are simple to practice, but I tend to forget them and then remember them later, after some misery has developed. As I write this in early October, for instance, I forget them several times a day because a storm is brewing. Too bad it’s not a rainstorm: That would be good news. This particular storm brews a lot of bad news, such as the federal government hitting the skids and taking an unpaid vacation of indeterminate length. A savvy worker could call that the slippery slope to termination. The husband and wife in my own home have hit the skids too. Our skeletons are decrepit and require surgical intervention in October, 12 days apart. Our partnership will be tested, maybe even renewed, because my husband will serve as my legs in recovery and I will serve as his arms. For the worst news, though, there’s no pain relief at all: We’ve learned that some people we love will never visit our home again, because they are fatally ill. Each day arrives at the door with a mixed bag of goods. No one gets to choose precisely what the bag contains, but everyone gets a powerful choice: Will I stand here and roar about my complaints, or will I fill the air with music? **** “In every circumstance that comes my way, I can choose to respond in one of two ways: I can whine or I can worship!” Nancy Leigh DeMoss, inspirational speaker It is breathtaking, what the people of Paso Robles do, during the holiday season, to help neighbors and strangers. In this community, people pour tens of thousands of man-hours and dollars into making the holidays a little nicer for someone who hurts. They scrub floors and scour stoves so a lonely widower need not eat a TV dinner alone on Thanksgiving. They ring bells for Salvation Army kettles to pay an elderly woman’s electric bill. They donate groceries for unemployed families. They sort boxes and make lists so a seven-year-old can open a few presents on Christmas.

THANKSGIVING PRAYER

Oh Lord, We are thankful for all that we’ve got: the leaks in the roof and the soup in the pot. We’ll try to be pleasant with people we meet and share with the needy the shoes on our feet. May we learn from our trials to sing more than whine, live humbly, laugh often one day at a time. Adapted by Chris Alba

Each of these actions begins with a personal decision to commit an esteemable act. The people of Paso Robles make tens of thousands of such decisions in the closing weeks of the year. Every day, when life hands them that mixed bag of human conditions, they make the day’s most important choice: They join the Hallelujah Chorus instead of the Gang of Gripes. “When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully,” said poet Maya Angelou, “everyone is blessed.”

addition to the traditional Downtown Lighting Ceremony, held the Friday evening after Thanksgiving, starting at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 29. Over 35,000 sparkling white lights will adorn the trees in the downtown park for the second annual Light Up the Night benefit. Donors sponsor the strands of lights to raise funds for the local Cancer Support Community nonprofit organization. Formerly named The Wellness Center, the Cancer Support Community provides free support groups, educational workshops and numerous services to empower people and families affected by cancer. Last year more than 20,000 hours of service were provided at no charge. Sponsorship for the “memorial trees” ranges from a light bulb ($10), to a branch, a limb, or an entire tree. For information, call CSC, 238-4411, or visit the website at twcccc.org. **** “After a good dinner one can forgive anybody, even one’s own relations.” Oscar Wilde

Feast with friends

“Thanksgiving for Paso Robles” gathers people like a huge family to prepare and enjoy a traditional dinner at Centennial Park on Thanksgiving Day. The free feast, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. on Nov. 28, serves much more than turkey and all the trimmings. It offers companionship and the chance to be part of a communal effort, as it needs a lot of helping hands to bring it off. Please see MUSIC page 14

**** “He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has.” Epictetus, Greek philosopher

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Historic Clock Tower Building Goes 21st Century In the second of three solar projects on downtown buildings for partners Brett Van Steenwyk and Debbie Lorenz, Cal Paso Solar Electric recently began construction to provide solar power on the roof of the iconic structure at the corner of 12th and Park 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 developer 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 they came up with to make room for the solar panels in between the heating and air conditioning systems spaced all over the roof. Plus, we wanted to be sure you would not be able to see the solar panels 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 Solar, 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 invisible from the ground.” The system will produce approximately 44,800 kilowatts annually, saving thousands of dollars per year.

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People who don’t drive or are homebound can request free transportation or delivery of meals. Make arrangements before Nov. 25 by calling Linda Stermer, 238-2410. FUNDING: The non-profit charity needs cash donations to feed more than 700 people. Send tax-deductible checks payable to “Thanksgiving for Paso Robles” to the nonprofit at 1522 Fairway Dr., Paso Robles, CA, 93446. VOLUNTEERS: Last year a staff of 281 volunteers prepared a Thanksgiving feast to serve 500-800 people. Volunteers must pre-register before Nov. 10 and be older than 13 years of age, and at least 16 to work in the kitchen. Time slots are available for Tuesday (cleaning), Wednesday (room set-up and food prep) and Thursday (more food prep, serving, cleanup, delivery of meals and guest transportation). To pre-register, call 238-2312 and leave a clear, careful message about your schedule preferences, and be sure to say your phone number slowly. You are officially preregistered when you receive a confirmation phone call and task assignment prior to the event. The volunteer steering committee can’t accept walk-in volunteers. Young children are welcome to volunteer on Wednesday to help decorate “to-go” boxes for the homebound. Families with young children can sign up to deliver meals on Thanksgiving Day. **** “Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.” A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh

Joyful Children

The Day of Giving on Dec. 14 provides toys, coats, and a holiday meal to almost 700 struggling families with more than 1,300 children. It’s an amazing achievement created by the donation of nearly $50,000 in cash, toys, and food and about 10,000 volunteer hours, with the partnership of the Toy Bank of Greater Paso Robles, Marine Corps Toys for Tots, the Salvation Army, Coats for Kids, and the community at large. There are many ways to share in this wonderful outreach. Toy collection boxes go out this month to schools and businesses; to request one, leave a message on the Toy Bank’s general-info line, 226-2126, or phone Toy Bank board president Bill Pluma, 423-1272. FUNDING: Contribute new toys and art supplies to the collection boxes around town (valued at $15 to $25) for children from infancy to age 12, plus stuffed animals, family games, and sports balls. If you prefer, send tax-deductible cash donations to the Toy Bank, P.O. Box 2801, Paso Robles, CA 93447 (or phone Bill Pluma).

The Salvation Army needs cash donations so they can provide gift cards for each family’s teenagers (ages 13 to 16), plus provide several hundred food gift certificates so all the families can enjoy a special holiday meal. Donate directly to the Salvation Army, memo “Day of Giving,” P.O. Box 2654, Paso Robles, CA 93447. VOLUNTEERS: Volunteers are needed now to register recipient families beginning Nov. 4 at Plymouth Congregational Church. Registration is 2-4 p.m. M-W-F, and 5-7 p.m. T-Th through Dec. 6. Families must pre-register and bring ID, proof of income and ID for each child up to age 12. There is no registration the week of Thanksgiving. Call volunteer coordinator Sally Mello, 238-4841, to help with registration or tasks involved with the Day of Giving itself. COATS FOR KIDS: Coats are being collected this month to distribute on the Day of Giving. Take gently used coats to Plaza Cleaners and Paso Robles Cleaners. Take new and clean coats to KPRL, Citibank, Idler’s, Farm Supply, and St. Rose Church. Or send a check payable to the Toy Bank, memo “Coats for Kids,” to the Toy Bank address above. For info, call Barbie Butz, 461-1234. **** “Life is a combination of magic and pasta.” Federico Fellini

Food for the Soul

You can feed your soul and your hungry neighbors at a dinner concert on Nov. 17. “Music for the Soul” brings bluesy jazz vocalist Inga Swearingen to Studios on the Park (1130 Pine St.) for a fine-dining experience that benefits the Food Bank Coalition of SLO County and Loaves & Fishes food pantry. For $50 per person, you can enjoy an hour of wine and hors d’oeuvres before the 6 p.m. concert. For $125 per person, you can indulge in dinner and wine before the concert at one of three sponsor restaurants downtown: Il Cortile, Robert’s, or Chico’s Seafood Café. Tickets may be purchased at St. James Church, 514 14th St., or by phone with a credit card through St. James Church, 2380819, or Pacifica Realty, 237-4040.

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Inga Swearingen will perform at Studios on the Park on Nov. 17

Meanwhile, the second annual Season of Hope food drive is underway, with collection boxes at numerous sites in the community. Tens of thousands of children and elderly people in our neighborhoods don’t have enough to eat. They need the extra food you’re willing to put in your grocery cart this month: soups, meals in a can, canned food with pop-top lids, stews or chili, beans, rice, pasta, peanut butter, cereal, canned fruits, and real fruit juices. Your cash donations will stretch the farthest. For that, contact: Loaves and Fishes, P.O. Box 1720, Paso Robles CA 93447; website PayPal donations, loavesandfishespaso.org; or deliver personally, 2650 Spring St., weekdays 9 a.m.-noon, 2-4 p.m., Tues. /Thurs. 5:30-7 p.m.; phone 238-4742. Food Bank Coalition of SLO County: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 2212 Golden Hill Rd., Paso Robles CA 93446; website donations slofoodbank.org; phone 238-4664. **** “At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” Albert Schweitzer

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We received a special report from our local Salvation Army coordinator, Beth Quaintance: “Because of the additional costs for the Day of Giving — a food gift certificate for every family and gift certificates for the teenagers — the Salvation Army is desperately in need of funding for this year’s Christmas programs. “The holiday kettle campaign is the Salvation Army’s only fundraiser to provide assistance with utility bills, eviction prevention, food distribution and other services in the coming year. The amount of money people owe on utility bills and rent is astounding. So many people are in need and there’s not enough money to go around. “We are hoping to raise more money than last year — $61,000 — so we can fund our Christmas programs and continue with our social services programs. If we do not raise the funds during this limited campaign, we will have to scale back on services provided. “The campaign runs from Nov. 23 to Dec. 24, and we need volunteer ringers to ring the bells in two-hour shifts. Call 237-1039 to schedule a time slot. Monetary donations can be sent to P.O. Box 2654, Paso Robles, CA 93447, or dropped into one of our kettles. Our community is generous and we are always so grateful.” The Salvation Army Center at 711 Paso Robles Street is open Tuesday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Phone 238-9591.

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By Melissa Chavez Tickets are selling now for the 2013 Paderewski Festival in Paso Robles, November 7-10. However, with a stellar musical line-up like this, available seating won’t last long. Opening the Paderewski Festival with a bang will be violinist Pasha Tseitlin and pianist Nic Gerpe, who form Panic Duo. Tseitlin began his career as a 9-year-old virtuoso performing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, whose performances have been described as intense and heartfelt (“Dedication” by Lukas Foss is one example). Time Magazine noted Tseitlin’s musical talent as “cliffhanging...crackling with visceral energy.” Nic Gerpe is an L.A. native who earned his Doctoral of Music Arts degree at USC. Rooted in classical music, Gerpe is an enthusiastic performer of new and experimental music. He has worked with ensembleGREEN and Midnight Winds musical groups and performed with Microfest, dedicated to microtonal music. Together, he and Tseitlin dazzle audiences with talent well beyond their years. Headlining this year’s festival are internationally-known artists and Polish music superstars. They are violinist and composer Krzesimir Dębski, singer Anna Jurksztowicz and concert pianist Karol Radziwonowicz. Krzesimir Dębski, a virtuoso violinist, pianist, composer and songwriter, he is prolific composer of classical and jazz music. As a young artist, he played with various jazz groups and orchestras and was a supporting conductor at the Poznań Academy of Music. His work with the popular String Connection ensemble enabled him to appear in well over a thousand concerts, TV and radio appearances. Jazz Forum Magazine hailed Dębski with its Best Violinist and Best Arranger awards, while Down Beat Magazine listed him as one of the ten best jazz violinists. Dębski has scored hundreds of episodes of the popular Polish TV series, The Clan and other TV series. The “John Williams of Poland,” Dębski’s film scoring work has earned numerous international awards. A prolific songwriter and composer, he has over one hundred pop songs and large-scale orchestral works for the world’s top soloists and Polish symphony orchestras that include an opera, ballet music and eleven concertos. Dębski served as Deputy Chair of the Polish Contemporary Music

Society and as a protransitioned to pop, fessor of music acadebeginning her camies in Łódź, Poznań, reer in an amateur and Warsaw. In 2010, renaissance vocal he received the distinensemble, Musicus guished Ecco Homo Poloniensis, folOrder award by lowed by jazz-based the Polish Catholic gospel group, MuChurch for “depicting sic Market, and the life with music and Spirituals and Goscreating a musical impel Singers touring print on the picture of group. Poland and the world, A solo performance as well as for beautiwith the acclaimed ful transformation of everyday real- Opole Festival in 1985 brought ity through good works, orderliness Jurksztowicz First Prize, the Karol and harmony.” Musiol Prize and international

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attention as a representative of Polish talent throughout Europe, South America, Egypt and India. An instantly recognizable voice in television and film scoring, her credits include In Desert and Wilderness, directed by Oscar winner Gavin Hood, and Polish language versions of the Winnie the Pooh series.

By 2011, Anna lent her talent to the Mozart Smooth Jazz project led by Berlin pianist Rolfem Zielke to feature her arrangements of Mozart’s operatic arias and songs. She debuted her jazz and bossa nova-infused translations to a worldwide audience at the Mozrtiana Festival in Gdańsk and has toured solo with Poland’s leading symphony orchestras. Karol Radziwonowicz is a Fryderyk Chopin Academy of Music graduate in Warsaw and a Fulbright Scholarship winner. He won First Prize at both the Paderewski Piano Competition in Warsaw, the Alupsk Piano Competition and the Audience Award in the Liszt International Competition in The Netherlands. Philharmonic orchestras and their conductors around the globe have featured Radziwonowicz at their major concerts. Among his solo performances throughout the world was a 2001 Carnegie Hall concert in the aftermath of 9/11 with Sinfonia Varsovia, which commemorated the 60th anniversary of composer, pianist and freedom fighter Ignacy Jan Paderewski. Radziwonowicz has recorded every work composed by Paderewski. In 2010, his three-CD set of Chopin interpretations were brought aboard the NASA Space Shuttle mission STS-130 to the International Space Station, followed by a subsequent release, titled, Chopin: the Space Concert. Donations help make the Paderewski Festival and its programs possible. Contact the Paderewski Festival at P.O. Box 272, Paso Robles, CA, USA, 93447. Visit www.paderewskifest.com.

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2013 Paderewski Festival schedule of events By Melissa Chavez The Paso Robles Paderewski Festival turns 22 this year. A spectacular program will feature world-renowned musical artists, a young pianists winners’ recital, a guest lecturer, master classes and fascinating historical exhibits. A nonprofit organization, the Paderewski Festival also encourages tax-deductible donations to help bring Paso Robles the finest in live classical and modern music to the Central Coast.

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2 p.m. - Piano Master Class with pianist Karol Radziwonowicz. Park Ballroom, 1232 Park St. Free 7 p.m. – Jazz and Film Music Concert with violinist Krzesimir Dębski, Anna Jurksztowicz and friends. Park

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10 a.m. – ‘Paderewski: Man of Action, Success and Fame documentary film at Park Cinemas, 1100 Pine St. Cost: Free! 4 p.m. - Youth Competition Winners’ Recital, Paso Robles Inn Ballroom, 1103 Spring St. Gifted Central Coast’s finalists perform at this well attended concert. Cost: Free with reserved seating at www.paderewskifest.com/tickets.html. 7 p.m. - Gala Concert with pianist Karol Radziwonowicz begins with a Wine Reception, followed by the 7:30 p.m. concert. Paso Robles Inn Ballroom, 1103 Spring St. Cost: $15, $25, $30.

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The Children’s Academy Montessori Preschool is child-driven, teacher-guided By Heather Young At the Children’s Academy Montessori Preschool the students – aged 18 months to 3 years – are free to choose activities geared toward their learning levels during classroom time. The students are not bound to a desk or even lessons geared toward the class as a whole, but to each student individually. Owner and director Tammy Davis said the learning in a Montessori school is based on each student. The lessons are child-driven and teacherguided. The school does have a general curriculum plan, but gives different students different work based on what they need.

“Each child gets individual attention,” Tammy said. “We look at the child as an individual.” One goal of a Montessori school, Tammy said, is to foster a child’s self-esteem and self-confidence by making them more independent. To do that, the school gives the students opportunities to learn practical living skills such as scooping, pouring, cutting with scissors, tweezing, buttoning, zipping and more through play. Different activities to nourish those skills are placed throughout the room for children to utilize throughout the day.

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Owner and director Tammy Davis stands in the middle of her Paso Robles preschool, The Children’s Academy Montessori Preschool.

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EDUCATION & YOUTH Montessori from page 18 The question that teachers in the school use to enforce rules is to ask, “Is it safe?” Tammy said that the children at the school don’t get in trouble or get put in time out. “We want the children to be intrinsically motivated for behavioral choices, then it gets them thinking,” Tammy said. “Little children that learn to make good choices, grow up to be good people who make good choices.” The Children’s Academy Montessori Preschool is the only Mon-

tessori school in Paso Robles and was founded by Tammy 17 years ago. She got a degree in psychology from Cal Poly and went to work at a school in Los Osos. After a year there, she took a job at Children’s Montessori in Atascadero. She worked there for three years when she decided to open her own preschool. The first seven years of the school, it was operated out of her home. Ten years ago, she moved the preschool to its current location at 711 Rolling Hills Road, near the Vons center on Creston Road. The school is licensed for 12

children 18 months to 3 years in the toddler room with two teachers and 28 in the primary room for those 3 to 6 years of age with three or four teachers. The program is open 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tammy took herself out of teaching in the classroom in the last two years because she found she needed an administrator, but, she said, she hasn’t let go of teaching completely. Tammy has four children: Christian, 26, Carly, 18, Mackenzie, 15, and Michael, 2. Both of her daughters went to Children’s Montessori, then to Atascadero Fine Arts Acad-

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The Nutcracker ballet to perform at TPAC in December

By Melissa Chavez North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation (NCDPAF) will present The Nutcracker on December 6-8, and 13-15. Now in its 16th year, the delightfully whimsical ballet has become for many an official kickoff for the holidays. Performances will take place at Templeton Performing Arts Center on Fridays, December 6 and 13 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday matinees begin on December 7, 8, 14, and 15 at 2 p.m. NCDPAF is known for strong development and mentoring of aspiring dancers in their first major holiday performances alongside pros who have graced nationally acclaimed stages. Every season, the quality and number of artists continues to grow. Just four years ago, the cast was set at 65. This year, The Nutcracker will boast 93 performers to make for a truly memorable event. Director Cheryle Armstrong and Assistant Director Amy Wescom are leading the holiday production with visiting guest choreographers. They are David Eck (State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, Royal Winnipeg Ballet), Michael Levine (former principal dancer at Joffrey Ballet, dancer at American Ballet Theater), Mathew Jacobs (The Rock School of Ballet, Huntsville Ballet), and Brianna Fields (L.A. Classical Ballet, State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, TV and film). Staff choreographers who are daily instructing the large cast include Patricia Bart, Tiffini Hansen, Cerra Cavalletto and Amanda Bravo. Each choreographer brings with them facets of their personality and interpretations that create one-of-a-kind performances that audiences love. Principal cast members this year include Matthew Jacobs as the Nutcracker Prince, Shelby Fredrick as Sugar Plum Fairy (for-

merly Snow Queen in 2012), Tori Akers as the Snow Queen and Mikaela Farrer as Young Clara. It is Clara who dreams that her Magical Nutcracker Doll transforms into a handsome prince who leads her into the magical land. Sumptuous costuming and creative set designs make the Tchaikovsky-scored ballet come to life. Toy soldiers and mice begin to battle under a Christmas tree, which towers in size. Snowflakes, flowers and bonbons also become animated, and a magical kingdom is soon revealed.

“Every year, it’s always a surprise to see who is cast in Nutcracker,” says Director Armstrong. Students are encouraged to learn excerpts used in the show and audition. “We see these kids grow into their roles, and that’s fun for us teachers and choreographers, who often design their choreography around their strengths.” To help maintain excellence in instruction, members of the Paso Robles Chamber Ballet Company (who are the lead performers in this NCDPAF production) are adjudicated every year through Regional Dance America. The organization offers networking assistance, feedback and advisory support.

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Ticket sales and fundraisers provide NCDPAF much needed resources, and ongoing contribution opportunities are available through in-kind donations. Equally important are the generous help of volunteers and sponsors, who help maintain NCDPAF’s high-quality performances. “ Peachy Canyon Winery provided the venue for our Sip of Paso fundraiser, which greatly helped our nonprofit foundation,” says Armstrong. The event featured food, wine, and live and silent auctions. “Production costs for the theatre and costumes alone can be very expensive. Our budget for this year is $60,000. It’s because of the supportive people in our community that we’ve succeeded all these years to bring a production that only gets better with each passing year.” Ticket sales begin on November 4. To reserve your seats, visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Cost: $25/adults, $20/children under 12 and seniors. Group discounts are available for 20 or more. For more details or to assist NCDPAF in their efforts to continue bringing quality dance to North County, visit www.northcounty performingarts.org.

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Leaders in and out of the water By Meagan Friberg For this month’s article, I wanted to highlight a student from Paso Robles High School with leadership qualities. With a wealth of students to choose from, I turned to Duane McRoy, the varsity boys’ and girls’ water polo coach, for some assistance. Without hesitation, Duane recommended not just one, but two student-athletes – seniors Daniel Maloney and Teryn Steaffens. “I just have to brag about these two fine young men,” he said when talking about his varsity captains. After learning more about Daniel and Teryn, I couldn’t wait to meet them. During a break from practice at the Municipal Pool, they sat down for a chat and I discovered these two friends have quite a bit in common. They love playing water polo, have taken Honors and AP classes throughout their 4-year career at PRHS, and value the love and support of their family and friends. Now in his fourth year of playing water polo for the Bearcats,

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mates while getting them to perform, focus and get organized,” Duane Bearcat water polo captains Daniel Maloney, left, and said. “They respect Teryn Steaffens are leaders in and out of the water. him; he’s put in the time to become the player he is today, he works hard is also our best guy on offense,” and he leads by example.” Duane said. “It takes a lot of dedi With morning practices start- cation and he’s a stand-out.” ing at 5, these two captains wake As for Teryn, his coach deup about 4:30 each day, practice scribed him as “awesome” and said until 7, go to school and then his set guard takes constructive head back out to the pool in the criticism as a way to better himafternoon for another 2-3 hours of self. practice. “Some days are longer than oth- “Teryn has a lot of responsibilers, especially if we have a meet,” ity on the defensive end,” Duane said. On offense, the water polo Teryn said, “but it’s a lot of fun.” Daniel is described by his coach set guard becomes the point playas one of his “go-to guys” and “a er. “So he’s like a semi-quarterback and needs to recognize plays coach’s dream.” “We count on Daniel to not quicker; he’s doing a great job.” only play strong defense against Please see LEADERS page 23 the other teams’ best guy but he

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application process on November 1, by going to www.cuesta.edu/student/ aboutmoney/cuestapromise/. The webpage contains information on the steps regardless of family income.” “The Foundation board members a student must take in order to attain The Cuesta Promise is the result of a are amazed at the generosity of the the Promise, along with detailed ingenerous donation of more than $8 mil- Dovica Family,” said Bob Wacker, structions, timelines and frequently lion to the Cuesta College Foundation the president of the Cuesta College asked questions. Students who do not from the Charles and Leeta Dovica Foundation. “Their bequest will have qualify for the Promise can still apply Family Trust. The scholarship endow- a lasting impact in our community by for many of the existing scholarships ment will pay for the per unit cost of tripling the number of scholarships the that are offered through the foundation. The deadline to apply for all classes, health fees, Associated Students Foundation gives out each year.” of Cuesta College fees, materials fees, “The Promise will allow San Luis scholarships, including the Promise, is Student Center fees, and the Student Obispo families to better plan how March 2, 2014. Rep fee. The Promise will save an av- they are going to afford college for their The Cuesta College Foundation erage full-time student an estimated children,” said Dr. Stork. “Whether a was founded in 1973 for the specific $626 for their first semester of college. student’s goal is building a skill for the and primary purposes of promoting In addition to breaking down financial workforce, getting an associates degree the general welfare of Cuesta College, barriers, the scholarship is designed to or transferring to a four-year college, a assisting in the attainment of educaimprove the college-going rate in SLO fee-free first semester is truly a win/win tional, scientific and cultural goals and in fulfilling the College’s mission of County and enhance the quality of the opportunity.” local workforce. Students will be able to begin the service to the community.

LEADERS from page 22 These two let their leadership qualities shine in and out of the pool and earn top grades while balancing a full academic load. “Academics are important,” Teryn said. Teryn’s family – younger sister Jayden and parents James and Cyndi, both teachers in Paso – are the biggest influence on his life and he credits their support as essential.

“We are pretty close-knit,” he said. When Cyndi was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year, Teryn said “it was tough for us at the beginning but everything is going to be fine. We look at every day with a positive attitude.” Daniel said his family – parents Becky and Ted, older sister Rachel, and younger sister Anna – consistently inspire and encourage him. “I have great parents,” he said. “They

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mechanical or civil engineer and is applying to Cal Poly SLO, Cal Poly Pomona and Long Beach State. Teryn said his major will “somehow relate to math” and hopes to attend UCSB, UC Santa Cruz or Cal Poly SLO. Daniel and Teryn lead their peers, strive to improve themselves and, as their coach points out, “you just can’t help but like these guys.” They represent the finest at Paso High as students, athletes and young adult leaders.

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By Chuck Desmond Just 61 days until the beginning of 2014 – the Quasquicentennial year (125th anniversary) of our very own El Paso de Robles as an incorporated community. This is the 13th straight month of updates in your Paso Robles Magazine. As you are reading this, most likely, there are no longer any available seats for the Gala New Year’s Event at The INN. For you lucky ones who took heed and sent in your reservations for tickets on October 1, this is going to be a whale of a good party. For the families who won’t be there, the free events in City Park will be totally cool. Make your plans to be there from 8 p.m. through midnight. In the December issue, we’ll once again review all the fun and exciting things to do on New Year’s Eve (see sidebar for volunteer opportunities). Always in a quandary at this time of year for Christmas gifts? Let’s take a quick look at some holiday gift purchase opportunities. These are unique in that they are tied to the event that has never happened before in Paso and never will again! All items may be purchased at the following three gift shops: Pioneer Museum, Historical Society, or the Friends of the Library in the city hall/library lobby. As the BIG YEAR draws everso-closer, a full-size wall calendar will be very helpful. Melody Mullis from Pioneer Museum and Nancy Tweedie from The Historical Society put together perhaps the best calendar I have ever seen! They spent months doing research and pouring through old photos and then compiled all

Quasquicentennial Update Support Paso’s Historical Entities while you do some holiday shopping Paso’s major historical happenings from the last 125 years. Events planned for 2014 are folded in and the sepia-toned full-size wall calendar is absolutely terrific. It’s so good that I’ll wager some of our teachers will figure out how to use it for a history class aid! In the meantime, you can get your own copy for the staggeringly low price of only $5. For use at home or in the office or tucked away as a memento, it’d be just hard to imagine that everyone won’t buy one or more at that price. “Calendar buying season” lasts only three months and then it’s over. They won’t last long as only a limited quantity of 300 were made. The Recipe Book ended up with 400 recipes from “down through the ages in Paso.” Robbie McCabe, Jack Marino and Pam Alch also scoured their archives to find classic Paso photos. They used them as the back-drop for the recipes themselves which are overlaid onto the pages. Original artwork by John Partridge adorns the book’s cover. The story and history of The Beans in the Park that you just enjoyed on Pioneer Day is also chronicled in the book as are plenty of personal

snippets from the recipe contributors. This book sells for a whopping price of $15 and will be also perfect for Christmas shoppers. Even if you have never cooked anything and never plan to, this book is a great read! 500 of these are printed. Tee shirts, full and smaller-size flags for outdoor use, tote bags, commemorative pins and ball caps all with the Quasquicentennial logo, round out the list of the once-in-alifetime items for sale. In 2015, all of it will be gone! Are you a procrastinator? It’s time to mend your ways! These are also a super way to show, wear, carry or fly your support and love for Paso! Roblans love their history for sure. Our area has been more than blessed to have had many different ways of life and an abundance of folks who knew how important it was to save the memories of those eras and the things which made them important. The chance for you to buy these souvenirs and help your family also remember is a great opportunity. The

point is that I bet in another 125 years, some of these items will have been set aside for those who come after us. At the same time, the proceeds go to preserving three local non-profits – Pioneer Day Committee, Pioneer Museum and The Historical Society. The following are a few other thoughts before I run out of space that future editions will focus on. The new City Flag will be unveiled and flown on New Years. One hundred twenty-five new oak trees will be planted next year around Arbor Day. Three fireworks shows will take place. The brand new Office of Emergency Services badge (aka the Fire Department) will be worn by the department employees. The new Police Department badge will proudly be on the officers’ uniforms. The grand birthday party, Women’s Day and the upcoming Toby to Barney 12.5 mile run are in the works. Need more information about anything Quasqui related? Call Julie Dahlen at 237-3993. She’ll point you in the right direction.

Volunteer opportunities for first-ever city event The first event of the year-long 125th Anniversary Celebration is fast approaching and volunteers are needed to help get the party started! December 31, 2013’s New Year’s Eve Glow in the Park & Fireworks event promises to be spectacular! The Downtown City Park activities will include such family favorites

FREE Wi-Fi in the Library The Paso Robles City Library would like to remind the public that it offers FREE wireless Internet access. Just bring in your laptop or other wireless device; no special equipment or passwords are needed. Wireless printing is not available. If you would like to print your document, please save it to a flash drive then access the library’s public Inter-

as Glow-in-the-Dark croquet, Glowin-the-Dark bocce ball, Glow-in-theDark horseshoes, Glow-in-the-Dark 4-square and other glowing fun throughout the park all evening. Food trucks and warming stations will also be available. Volunteer shifts are noon - 5 p.m. (park set-up); 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. or 9:30 p.m. - midnight (assisting with

games and activities); and midnight - 2 a.m. (cleanup). Service groups, adults, and teens are invited to be part of this once-ina-lifetime volunteer opportunity; applications are available in the Paso Robles City Library and at www. prcity.com/125. Applications can be delivered to the Library, 1000 Spring St.; faxed to the Library, 238-

AT THE LIBRARY net computers to print. Staff is available to assist with this process. Additional information about the library’s computer services, including its Internet use guidelines and FAQs on wireless Internet in general, can be found at www.prcity.com/library.

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

3665; or scanned and emailed to srobitaille@prcity.com. Parents must sign for teen volunteers under 18. For more information on Anniversary Celebration volunteer needs, contact Suzanne Robitaille, 237-3870. Ring in the New Year with family and friends at the city’s first-ever fireworks show off the City Hall building!

LIBRARY CLOSING And just a reminder that the library will be closing at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27, and closed Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.

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Paso’s “P Hill” Revisited

By Chuck Desmond I did ask for feedback on the story about “P Hill” in your July issue of Paso Robles Magazine and feedback I received. Just in case you were vacationing on a tropical island to escape the heat, the article recanted the story of how the 20’ tall and 12’ wide metal “P” got to be up on the hill at 32nd Street. Don Dahl began the quest when he saw it mentioned on the Facebook page of “You know you grew up in Paso if ____. Don and a group of “others of a certain age” decided to return the thing to it’s former glory. The “P” had lost some of its metal and the wood it sat on had pretty much rotted away through time. After rebuilding and repainting it in Don’s driveway (much to the wild stares of neighbors who thought he’d gone completely nuts), he and the cronies started early one Saturday to put the revamped edition back in place. It is visible today from the parking lot of the bowling alley if you look right over Wilson’s Restaurant. The immediate question was simple: Why wasn’t there an “R?” Then things got more complicated. Was there ever an “R?” Where did it go? Were the letters interlaced like we know them to be? Who first put it / them up there? When did that happen? So back in June when yours truly did a bit of research, “P HILL” became one of those things that was taken for granted and never recorded. Worse, the memories of those who were around weren’t perhaps as sharp as they were 70 years ago. Adding insult to injury, there weren’t that many people in town and sadly, some are no longer with us. Did that deter your investigative team? Nope, it didn’t. In true Paso fashion, we dug deep to get some more answers. E-mail messages came about as fast as the edition of the magazine hit the mailboxes. Some said there simply was no “R” – just the “P.” Others suggested that they hadn’t noticed

that the “R “ was even missing; it’s still there isn’t it? One lady told me as a small girl she would climb the hill and she was sure there were both a “P” and an “R” and they were made out of concrete blocks and painted. One person even asked a friend of mine – “Who is that Desmond guy and why is he messing with our memories?” Roblans take stuff seriously! And then, I ran into Cliff Tucker. You all know him as the uber-happy man who thankfully writes those terrific Paso Remembered columns about the way Paso used to be. Suffice it to say, he had plenty to share. If I get most of this correct, we can share a mini history lesson here. It may not settle the issue but it’s good stuff anyway! Cliff started with a stern look in his eye directed right at me: “I never heard of a “P-Hill but I know I grew up in a town where there was a PR Hill!” The name “Bearcats” came about in 1924 or ’25....who knows the exact date of this one? He believes it was 1927 or so when kids climbed the hill overlooking Buchman’s Chicken

Don Dahl and “others of a certain age” carry the metal “P” to the hill, visible from the bowling alley.

Farm and built a 7’ tall “P and R” out of big sorta-round stones intertwined and then whitewashed them. With shorter trees and less shrubbery, it would have been visible over the high school that is now Flamson. Every year, it fell to the ‘Junior Lettermen’s Club’ (the Junior Varsity athletes) to go up the hill in the spring time and re-whitewash the stones. In 1938, the freshman class took over the task of keeping the rocks looking good. Cliff was a freshman in 1941 and remembers on a Saturday morning, about 10 students climbed up there and tidied up the area – new whitewash and all.

I asked Cliff why he kept saying, “climbed up there.” His reply was typical Cliff with a sly ol’ grin. “You couldn’t take a date up there because there was no road then!” From then and thru the war years up to maybe 1952 when the metal “P“ showed up, there isn’t any other information I can share with you. Probably the stones lost their whitewash and maybe they just magically rolled down the hill into the memories of pre-war Paso. And we still don’t know if there ever was a metal ”R.” Have some more history that hasn’t surfaced yet? Or, the photo to end all photos!! You know how to find me: CDESConsult@yahoo.com.

Kiwanis Club honors Muggelberg The Kiwanis Club of Paso Robles dedicated an iron bench in September to the community in honor of the late Brig. General Glenn Muggelberg, and his wife Millie. The bench, located at 12th and Park Street facing the downtown park, honors a lifetime in service of country and community. A past Kiwanis President, District Governor, International Trustee and International Vice President, the Muggelbergs made Paso Robles their home since the 1970’s. Pictured at right, the members of the Kiwanis Club of Paso Robles included, from left rear standing: Past President Ed Faeth, Past President Rich Benitez, Karolyn

Millie Muggelberg admires the lovely bench placed on 12th & Park St. facing the downtown park.

London, Chuck Bartley, Darlene Gary, Past President Larry Radka, Past and Current President Norm Cone, and Paul DeLine. Kneeling and seated, from left: Past

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Three local artists announce a new collaboration Janice Pluma, Anja Schlotman and Kim Snyder have joined together to form a working studio, Atelier 708. Janice works in mixed media and collage, Anja, a jewelry designer, specializes in bead weaving and Kim focuses on abstract acrylic paintings. Though the artists create in different mediums, they find that sharing a space and mutual support enhances their creative flow. Community workshops are being planned for 2014 and new works are regularly displayed. The studio does not have fixed open hours, but visitors are always welcome by appointment. Stop by Atelier 708, conveniently located at 708-D Paso Robles Street, adjacent to the Highway 101N off ramp.

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PASO P EOPLE By Bob Chute Parents, need a break? Who doesn’t, right? Are you thinking it would be nice to go out again without having to pay a fortune for babysitting? Life Community Church, 3770 Ruth Way, invites you to drop your kids off, rain or shine, for three hours on the last Friday of every month and get that break. And your kids will have the time of their lives with a massive play structure the church purchased from a Fun Zone that closed in Turlock. This thing is huge, with a footprint of 21’ by 38’ and over 15’ tall situated inside their church, a former warehouse building. It dwarfs the structures you see at fast food places. Plus they provide two bounce houses, basketball hoops, games, crafts and pizza for your kids...all at no cost to you. A free will offering is accepted if you choose to donate. The next Freedom Friday will be November 22nd, in December it will be on the 20th to give you a chance to do last minute Christmas shopping.

The church has 15 adult volunteers on hand to watch and/or play with your kids, ages infant to 12 years old from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on that last Friday of the month. They provide a secure check-in/check-out system for your kids and all their volunteers have been certified with thorough backgrounds checks and they separate play times by age categories. “I’ve had a vision for this kind of thing for quite some time. I believe churches need to give and not just take,” said Keith Newsome, Senior Pastor of Life Community Church. “This is our way of reaching out to the community to enable parents to bring their kids to a fun and safe environment for a few hours a month and get that much needed break. You don’t have to attend our church, everyone is invited. Everyone.” Pastor Keith has been searching the internet for a play structure for kids in the community to enjoy and found this one in Turlock. “The Fun Zone was closing over there and the owners were selling off their equipment. It’s exactly what I was looking for,

but they didn’t have any schematics for this thing. We had ten guys and gals from the church drive to Turlock to tackle taking it apart and transporting it back here. We took tons of photos to make sure we put it back together correctly. We made two trips with several trucks and trailers to get it here.” Then they proceeded to put it together over 11 months. “We had about 40 kids the first time we announced it in September. We’re planning to make it available for children’s parties...we really want to be an asset to the community,” said Pastor Keith.

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Pioneer Museum adds new Board members

By Chuck Desmond With unanimous decisions by Pioneer Museum’s Board of Directors, Richard Smithen and Norm Cone were elected to become the 13th and 14th directors of the current sitting board. As Your Pioneer Museum continues to evolve in moving toward its goal to “Be One Of The Best In The West,” the Board seeks out new members with outstanding resumes who, by virtue of their backgrounds, will make major contributions in achieving that end. Each of the men are a perfect fit. Both are taking on significant and important positions. Richard Smithen was born and raised in SLO and from his youth, wanted to be a fireman. He received a State Teaching Certificate in Fire Science and subsequently taught at Cal Poly, Cuesta and in Fresno. Following his tour in the Military, Richard re-entered the work force and rose to Fire Chief in the Fresno / Coalinga Division. After 36 years of service, he retired and spent time pursuing his hobby of rock-hounding. Learning about the Santa Lucia Rockhounds, he joined and soon rose to president of that organization in 2008. The Rockhounds have a fulltime display in Pioneer Museum and Richard became their liaison to the Museum. His skills at fundraising, leadership, public speaking and representing Pioneer Museum to the commu-

Norm Cone, left, and Richard Smithen, right, are welcomed to the Pioneer Museum Board by Gary Smith.

nity soon became very apparent, his primary focus will be safety and facilities - both for visitors, volunteers, and the 6000 artifacts that the Museum displays. FREEDOM from page 32 Life Community Church, 3770 Ruth Way, is located just off Ramada Drive at the corner of Ruth and Cow Meadow Place, between Paso and Templeton. Pastor Keith wants the church to be seen as a comfortable place where everyone is welcome. “We welcome you, no matter who you are. We are all imperfect people, working to worship

Norm Cone moved to North County in 1978 and became a financial advisor in ‘92 and then opened Cone and Associates, Inc in the Alliance Square at 10th and Riverside. Good folks realize they need to give-back and that led Norm to Kiwanis in 1997 and since then, he has been the local president for three different terms. Through Kiwanis, he met others who were involved with Pioneer Museum and the more he visited, the more enamored he became. Married with 5 grown children, Norm decided he finally had the time to delve deeper in the local history of Paso Robles. He has often been on local radio and speaking venues, and these skills prepare him to focus as “The Marketing & Publicity” leader. Pioneer Museum is a 501 (C)(3) entity located at 2010 Riverside Ave. adjacent to the Event Center. Open hours are Thursday through Sunday from 1 to 4. www.PasoRoblesPioneerMuseum.org. a perfect God...we’re all standing in His Grace,” said Keith. “We’re a prayerful family together... involved in each other’s lives.” Mark your calendar for their next Freedom Friday! free date night on November 22. They entertain the kids so you can have the evening out. They’ll even change your infant’s diapers! For more information call 434 5040 or visit www.mylifecc.net for details and directions.

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By Chuck Desmond If you like horses and wagons, you want to read this; if you like music, you have to read this. Certainly there is not a person in El Paso de Robles who has ever been on or around a horse that doesn’t know Tommy and Debby at Harris Stage Lines on North River Rd. We’ve watched their son, Cactus, grow up through that interaction. Cactus is now 22 years old, stands 6’3” tall and graduated with a BA in Music Education, with an emphasis on Organ, from Fresno State. Yes, I did say Organ and he was the only student in the program! He’s now working on getting his Master’s Degree in Conducting. To help support himself, he plays at various venues over in The Valley. Saxophone had been his musical instrument of choice but by the time Cactus was a Junior at Paso High, exposure to an organ led him to reconsider. The more of that “considering thing” that he did, the more “organ” took hold. And that, is what brings us to the really cool part of this story! In the 1920s, back in Buffalo, New York, the Wurlitzer Organ Company was making theater organs, as part of their overall business, for movie houses that showed silent films. The intent was to eliminate the need for a full orchestra and replace that with a single organ that was all-instruments-in-one and required only one musician. Some organs were designed to be a ‘Player Unit.’ Music rolls would be put in and the organ player basically only had to peddle his way through the movie. In 1922, up in Menlo Park, south of San Francisco, was the home of Leon Douglas, the co-founder of the Victor Talking Machine Company. With a large box-full of money, he ordered up a huge player organ for his own personal enjoyment. Let’s define HUGE: The entire organ requires three rooms! One room is for the unit itself that is 6 feet long and 4 1⁄2 feet tall. The chassis is gorgeous walnut with gold gilding in a Louis XVI style on all the visible metal parts and enough pedals on the floor and front option buttons to be classified as an exercise machine! Behind that room is the heart of the operation; 1000 metal pipes that range in size from a pencil to 8’ tall and 6” in diameter. Then there are wood pipes in

various sizes, two drums, cymbals, triangles, air reservoirs, flappers and dampers, and about three miles of wires. Room #3 has a blower and 10” diameter ducting to keep the behemoth full of air. Between the organ and the pipe-room is a wall full of vertical louvers. They are the volume control and the stereo-effect generators. Automatically accompanying the music, the louvers open and close to let the sound get to the audience. Just looking at this organ is a jaw-dropper. Watching it in action is like an E-Ticket ride at Disneyland and listening to it is totally un-real! The only word (that we can print) to describe the total experience is WOW! This magnificent treasure has had three owners since its days in Menlo. First it went to The Glad Tidings Temple in The Bay Area and then to a Mr. Tom Delay in Salinas who bought it for his home but never got around to putting it in! From there it went to Dr. Ruth Villemin-Dresser in Visalia, who did have it put into her home and played it there. Meanwhile, our hero, Cactus, was gaining notoriety as an organist in the Fresno area. One thing led to another and one introduction followed the next. Eventually, Dr. Ruth, who had decided to sell the organ, heard of Cactus. Cactus, Tommy and Debby went to take a look. When they saw the unit and heard the price, Tommy said something to the effect of, “We’d have to mortgage the whole place to buy this and put up a new building for it.” Case closed. Months and months went by and nothing happened but Cactus is a Faith-Based man and he knew that when the time was right... Earlier this year the phone call came at last from Dr. Ruth Dresser. She reminded him that in 2008, she had the entire unit re-wired with Integrated Circuit technology, and it was now hooked up for computer operation, as well as sit-at-it-and-play. But then she said something very important. “When one thinks of an organ they think: Church! This organ is so much more than that and if it goes to a church, most likely all the drums and horns and really lively instruments and their sounds will be abandoned. Cactus Harris – you should have this organ! I know you are a college student with no money but we ought to be able to figure something out!” They did.

In March, The Harris’ 40’ semi used for hauling horses and wagons around the USA went to Visalia and with three guys and three days, it was dismantled, every piece labeled and the organ filled the entire truck! A local carpenter, Robert Ortiz, rebuilt a barn room specifically for the pipes’ section. Tommy has many of his wagon wheels repaired by the Amish in their mid-west community. By accident (or fate) a number of them happened to be visiting in Paso just when a ranch barn had to be refurbished and the sound wall built. Cactus says it’s the only time he’s heard of having an Amish barn-raising in Paso! It took five more months to get the organ fully operational. Help even came from the man at Disney who cares for their organs. So what is Cactus going do with it? There is nothing like this on the Central Coast and as part of Cactus’ plan to educate, he will be having private events at the Harris Stage Lines facility. Show silent movies, play organ music and utilize the meeting and cooking capabilities of the homestead. And, he’ll just have music concerts too. Since the organ is fully playable, Cactus can play and import his music into the computer and broaden the range and genre of the organ’s music capabilities. Fellow Roblans, you just have to see this beautiful creation for yourselves. The Harrises are not set for “drop-ins” but they are a super venue for planned events. Perhaps when organizing one for your group, call Cactus at 591-9680 or Debby at 237-1860. I know you’ll agree...it’s amazing!

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San Miguel History Project celebrated with ribbon cutting By Lynne Schmitz The formal beginning of the San Miguel History Project was officially celebrated on the auspiciously beautiful Saturday morning of September 28 at Fr. Reginald Park, just north of Mission San Miguel, with a celebratory ribbon-cutting to open the San Miguel History Trail. Following the flag salute led by Eagle Scout Jacob Cagliero, an enthusiastic crowd watched as the ribbon was cut by Christy Awalt, representing the Awalt family, and Dick Hoffmann, representing the Native Sons of the Golden West, who built and maintain the park. Steve Kalar gave an overview of the work done so far and future work in progress. Supervisor Frank Mecham voiced his support, noting how San Miguel has kept and still keeps a lively and active community spirit. A new brochure, the San Miguel Historical Downtown Walking Trail Guide, was given to par-

ticipants. It is available at several downtown businesses, including the Mission Gift Shop and the Rios-Caledonia Gift Shop. The San Miguel History Project grew out of San Miguel Forward Collaborative (a subcommittee of the San Miguel Advisory Council). The San Miguel Resource Connection is facilitating the project. Local artist and aesthetic designer Steve Kalar and Laverne Buckman of SMRC did much of the ground work to get it underway. In the first phase, historical buildings and sites have been identified, bringing attention to the town’s roots. Plaques are being created to be placed on the sites. The first part of a timeline, done in cutouts made by the Kalar family from drawings of Lillian Larsen School students,has been mounted on south end of the fence of Awalt & Sons Aqua Engineering across from Fr. Reginald Park. Larger-than-life portraits of Norris Awalt and his son Rex greet people near the of-

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Christy Awalt, left, representing the Awalt family, and Dick Hoffmann, representing the Native Sons of the Golden West cut the ribbon to open the San Miguel History Trail.

fice. A large portrait of Fr. Reginald will be placed at the park. In Phase II, the Committee is inviting others in the community to join them. They are looking for old photos that might be shared, particularly of buildings that are no longer here, and for information about and memories of the days gone by. They can be contacted by e-mail at 2011SMRC@gmail.com or call Laverne Buckman at 805-467-3467.

Ray of Change: The temporary nature of the Paso Robles area water moratorium is of considerable concern, simply because people don’t Detonation: It’s trendy to use bumper with impunity. Since we were By Bruce Curtis know what to expect. As written, the word, “literally,” well, figuratively, as cruising at 65, she lost the bet, making the moratorium was set to expire in: ‘after that buffet, I was so full, I it only as far as our hood ornament beon October 11th, lacking Debbie literally exploded,’ which I literally fore rearranging the front of our Bauwouldn’t want to see. Or, ‘I was so haus-moderne Nissan into something As it stands, the August 27th Arnold’s vote. Her reason? That same scared, I literally died,‘ an observation even more avant guarde. temporary ordinance proscribing slightly ambiguous phrase: vested which puts the deceased in a quandary, We were okay, but my wife’s cher- the planting of new irrigated crops interest. The future of the moratorium since they’re obviously still alive, telling ished candy-red minivan was a write- or new construction without offset- was uncertain. us about it. off. Not only that, her job as area co- ting water use elsewhere, is reality. That uncertainty ended October But when I say last Sunday went out ordinator for a Christmas shoebox gift In fact, the first code enforce- 8th when newly sworn Caren Ray cast with a bang, I literally mean it. It was charity was compromised. I scrambled ment action has already taken place. a 4th vote to extend the emergency dark, with little traffic; my 18-year-old to find a replacement. Apparently area residents saw what ordinance for two more years. The was driving the family minivan back When the county put a parking they believed were illegal plantings un- previous limbo was based on the untimely death of 4th District sufrom San Luis Obispo while I sat in brake on new vineyard development der the cover of night. the passenger seat playing some silly and new construction, it must have 12 instances are under investigation, pervisor Paul Teixeira, who left the game on my phone. With no warn- felt like a bomb going off an inch from but even under the moratorium, there board with a deadlock-prone 4 votes, ing, everything exploded in a bang that your ears. On the other hand, we’ve seems to be a bit of grey among the which in turn left the temporary left my ears ringing and my eyes sting- had years of warnings, even with mixed Rieslings and Zinfandels; some vine- water rule under a dry, dusty cloud of ing in a mist of fine dust that gave the reviews from area residents, even criti- yard owners may claim a vested inter- uncertainty. cabin a dim, black and white effect. The cisms San Luis Obispo supervisors were est in continuing to plant new vines The day after the moratorium was airbags had gone off. I couldn’t see in overreacting. Of course, looking back at where they had previously contracted extended, the skies provided some welfront of us, but I told my son to go over years of warnings from county engi- for, or had already started planting. The come relief for county residents as the to the shoulder, clear of traffic. I started neering about declining water levels, term, vested interest, refers to a possible first seasonal storm bore down on the to cough as we jumped out and saw the the current double whammy of drought financial hardship such folks might en- Central Coast. reason for our big bang: a good-sized and rock-bottom aquifers couldn’t have counter if they don’t finish what they doe had gambled on sprinting past our come as a complete surprise. Please see PERSPECTIVE page 40 started. Stay tuned.

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Now that Caren Ray has been sworn in as Teixeira’s replacement, speculation about her political direction has already been fed a tidbit, her yes-vote on the moratorium. The 4th district covers the Five Cities and Nipomo, about as far away as you can get from Paso, so while on the surface, the impact of Ray’s presence may seem tenuous, it does restore the board to its natural, 5-member oddness, which in turn makes it easier to get an up-and-down vote. And how will Ray vote on future issues? Well, cough, cough...that brings up the officially nonpartisan nature of the board of supervisors. In Founder’s Day 2013 in Templeton On Founder’s Day, Sunday, November 3, beginning at 9 a.m., the community of Templeton commemorates the anniversary of the arrival of the first passengers off the train in November of 1886, as well as the area’s agricultural heritage. In earlier days, this event was a “homecoming” celebration wherein members of the community, past and present, would gather to reminisce

reality, the board is something less than nonpartisan, as left-of-center supervisors tend to break toward no/ slow growth, while the pro growth folks on Palm Street tend to break right. Where do Ray’s allegiances lie? As a governor’s appointee, she may feel beholden to Jerry Brown, but then again, Brown has been making some strangely conservative decisions of late, himself. Dry Up: Creston advisory board members threw their weight behind the emergency water reduction ordinances in late September, and the reason has to do with turf, for some. Multiple water districts may muddy the solution strategy being sought by county supervisors. Naturally,

the definition of the term, Vested Interest, caught flak from residents. Ghost School: Well, not quite, but a visit to the former El Paso de Robles CYA school near the airport feels like taking one of those strange, tourist visits to the town around the former Chernobyl nuclear power plant. Or Detroit. As it now stands, all the various plans fronted to put the former youth correctional facility into new uses, has come to naught. Nobody seems to know what to do with the school. County board member Frank Mecham characterized the school as a “big white elephant...” Some ideas being thrown around for the school: airport facilities,

News from Templeton and visit with family and friends. Recently, this event was revived by the Templeton Historical Museum Society as an OldFashioned Pie Social and with the participation of the Templeton Chamber, and has grown into a grand Street-Faire. As in previous years, the event will center around the Templeton Historical Museum, 309 S. Main Street,

in the heart of downtown Templeton and they will keep alive the tradition of providing a free slice of pie for all who attend. The entire event is free plus plenty of free parking. The StreetFaire will feature local crafters and collectors and there will be great food, live entertainment and a dance performance by local youngsters. Templeton Feed & Grain and Hewitt’s Hardware will provide a backdrop for a showcase of vintage tractors, hit-n-miss engines and an-

low-income housing, safe parking for transient-occupied vehicles, even a charter high school. Perhaps there are some folks out there who have some innovative, creative ideas about what to do with the former El Paso de Robles school. If so, we’re all ears. Seeing Red: Rural residents in fire-prone unincorporated areas aren’t exactly pleased when they receive a new envelope from Sacramento, because it will contain a bill. Fee notices went out just a couple of weeks ago to rural area residents because Cal Fire wants to bring “stable funding” –no doubt a political reference – to fire protection services. 2013 is the second year residents have received the $115 tax – excuse me – fee bills. tique automobiles, as well as displays of quilts - handmade by local quilters, a display of model trains, and other displays that celebrate Templeton! 100 Year anniversary of Templeton Women’s Club The Templeton Women’s Civic Club celebrates 100 years on Saturday, December 7 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Templeton Community Center at 601 Main Street. The history of the women’s club will be on display. Local wines and hors d’oeuvres will be served. There will be performances by local musicians. Be sure to help celebrate their birthday!

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24th Annual Holiday Quilt Auction, sponsored by the Almond Country Quilt Guild, on Saturday, Nov. 9 at Trinity Lutheran Fellowship Hall, 940 Creston Road in Paso Robles. Doors open at 6 p.m. with live auction at 7 p.m. Handmade quilts, wall hangings, gift items, decorated tree, quilts for all budgets plus live and silent auction. Profits benefit Assistance League of San Luis Obispo, Senior Nutrition Program of San Luis Obispo County and ACQG Education Program. No cover charge. Refreshments will be served. Food Bank and Toys for Tots will have bins for non-perishable food and unwrapped toys.

3rd Annual Abundance Barn Dance, Saturday, Nov. 16, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Oak Creek Commons Community Room, 635 Nicklaus Street (across from Pat Butler School playground). No partner needed. Dancing children are welcome and free. Adult requested donation $7 (wear hair in a bun for a discount). Gary Shapiro, from Santa Barbara, will teach and call easy dances; Calamity House Band will play live music. “Like” Paso Robles Contra Dances on Facebook for photos of past dances and updates. Information: Arlen Bass 239-9134; Risa Kaiser risakaiser @sbcglobal.net. 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

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Voices for Children Holiday Celebration Luncheon - A Benefit for CASA of SLO County Celebrate the season of giving at CASA’s annual Voices for Children holiday luncheon in the Madonna Inn’s beautiful Gay 90’s Room on Thursday, Dec. 5, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. In this festive setting, you will share in the holiday spirit and enjoy a scrumptious meal, a famous Madonna Inn dessert and special entertainment. And don’t forget...Voices for Children features the “Jewelry With A Past” sale, your chance to view jewelry, pick up great bargains and buy those special holiday gifts. Come to the special preview sale at 11 a.m. and get those great “early bird” jewelry pieces. Voices for Children is also a time CASA shares with you the great work they do in the community to advocate for abused and neglected children. Please see T ‘N’ T page 43

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T ‘N’ T from page 42 Treat yourself, your friends or office staff to the perfect holiday party while supporting CASA of San Luis Obispo County. Tickets are $50 per person, $400 for a table of 8. Call 5416542 or visit www.slocasa.org to purchase tickets, RSVP by November 27. In San Luis Obispo County, more than 500 children are under the jurisdiction of the juvenile court because they were abused, neglected or abandoned by their parents. Many of these children live in foster homes, moving from one residence to another with appalling frequency. CASA’s trained volunteers provide a consistent source of support to these children, advocating for needed services and appropriate placement until a permanent home is found. Funds raised at the Voices for Children holiday event are used for recruiting, screening, training and supervising volunteer advocates. CASA is a 501(C)3 non-profit organization. Christmas Home Tour on Saturday, Dec. 7 to benefit American Cancer Society. Enjoy wine tasting, refreshments, and a boutique. Tickets: $20-$25. For info, call 238-9522.

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Recreation Opportunities in Paso ART AT THE LIBRARY Artist of the Month: Russ Surber Russ Surber is a local photographer who grew up in the North County. After a professional career that kept them abroad, he and his wife, Denise, returned to the area, settling in Paso Robles. Surber tries to capture the grandeur and majesty of the west in his images, especially the natural beauty of the Central Coast. Display Case: Altered Books Group The Book Arts Group, a group of highly creative individuals who express themselves through the medium of book form, will display original, altered, and handmade books in the library’s main display case. The Giving Tree November 12 - December 31 The Giving Tree is adorned with book cover ornaments that represent new titles the Library would like to purchase. Choose a book ornament from the tree and bring it to the Circulation Desk with your donation of $25. All donations are fully tax deductible and support the Paso Robles City Library. CENTENNIAL PARK CLASSES Basketball - Offered through YMCA Registration through November 15 Grades 2 – 8 learn fundamentals of basketball - a positive recreational experience for youth.

Volunteer coaches and sponsors are always welcome! Questions? Contact Shelly Dargatz, 239-3047. $75 plus $15 registration Central Cal Diving Dec 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21 Instruction on jumping, hurdling, front dive, back dive, and somersaults. Hot tub to keep warm in the winter months. Questions? Call Donna, 434-2486. $40 Kindermusik® Wiggle & Grow Family Class – November Monday, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. or Tuesday, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. This family class brings adults and children together, from babies to four year olds, providing a dynamic and integrated musical learning experience for everyone. Combines child’s natural love of music, storytelling, and pretend play with age-appropriate activities that introduce early music concepts and foster independence, social and emotional skills, and language development. Questions? Call Nancy, 238-0381. Requires digital materials - $12 payable first day. $52 Photography: Take Better Nature Photos November 7, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Everyone wants to shoot great nature and wildlife images. With the California Coast and parks like Yosemite so close, learn to take beautiful images of what you see. Seminar

takes you step-by-step through learning how to take great images. Questions? Call Brent, 559-909-5208. $42 Social Security Planning Tuesdays, November 12 & 19, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Details about social security funds and laws and how to use the information to maximize retirement. Questions? Call Martha, 2390438. $42 Tennis: Family & Youth Tuesdays, November 26 – December 17 Tennis for new and continuing players. Loaner rackets are available. Parents and adults invited. Questions? Call John, 4340792. $45/beginners & advanced beginners. $65/intermediate. Women’s Empowerment & Self Defense December 2, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Workshop for ages 12 and older focuses on improving your awareness and assertiveness skills, and learning physical techniques that can help you escape a dangerous situation. $10 donation for materials. Questions? Call 226-5400 ext. 307. $12 Yoga Mondays , 6:00 - 7:10 p.m. Wednesdays, 5:45 - 7:00 p.m. Learn to nourish relaxation by breathing and connecting, create core stability, and be

relaxed and resilient. Small class sizes with individual attention. Wear comfortable loose clothing and bring a non-skid mat and large towel. Questions? Call Sue, 238-6036. $55/month Zumba Fitness® Tuesdays, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Classes are fun-filled, calorie-burning, bootie-shaking with Latin-inspired music. Improve respiratory and cardiovascular system, muscle mass, strength, endurance, balance, flexibility, coordination, posture, bone density, metabolism, fat-burning, weight loss, cognitive function, motor control, performance, and agility. Questions? Call Maryanne, 801-4223. Zumba Gold® Tuesday & Thursday, 10:30 – 11:20 a.m. Modified Zumba Fitness® moves and pacing to suit the needs of those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle, as well as the active older participant. Zumba Toning® Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Combines targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latininfused Zumba® moves to create a calorietorching, strength-training, dance-fitness party. Use lightweight, maraca-like Toning Sticks to target arms, abs, glutes, and thighs.

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Sage Hill Hit the Trail for the Annual Sage Hill Competitive Trail Ride November 2 and 3 at the Porter Ranch. Natural trail obstacles and conditions will be found on a variety of trail options: a 12 mile introductory ride, a one day 23 mile or a combination total of 50-60 miles over two days. Open to all breeds, the event is timed and judged on how horses and trail obstacles are handled and negotiated. Youth groups with ten or more entries at least ten years of age, will Dwight Hill of Idaho pitches a loop for a dual clinic with Tye MacDonald & cel- receive a 20 percent discount. Conebrating the Santa Ynez Vaquero Show. tact Kathy Stegman (710-4471) or kkstegman@cs.com. Entries may be Photo courtesy of Martin Langels. made at www.syvaha.com. Cowgirl Hall of Fame member, Bar- Smiles Are Breaking Out bra Schulte will be the guest speaker for November 17 will see a wide range two presentations. If you do not have a of folks and horses gathered at the horse to use, contact Barb Varian to rent Atascadero Mutual Water Company one of the V6 horses (463-2124) for the at 8575 Sycamore Road for the 30th weekend. Toy Ride. The cost? An unwrapped Music worship, group activities, toy to give to a deserving child and a prayer hikes, stretch and balance exer- big smile. You won’t count the smile as cise session, hiking, cattle work, bring it will just break out and be infectious your bike and ride, etc. All meals are throughout the group. provided (remember grass fed beef ) for The Atascadero Horsemen will lead $500. Camp facilities for RVs or tents groups starting at 8 a.m. followed by ancan be reserved or reserve a room in the other every 15 minutes. The final group bunk house (extra fee). will leave at 10 a.m. The trail? Up the Just in time for Thanksgiving, this Salinas River to Templeton. You may weekend would make a memorable and elect to ride one direction only or stop refreshing gift for a loved one. If you and eat then return before 4 p.m. when are unable to make this special retreat, please tell your friends. Please see HOOFBEAT page 48

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Barbi Breen-Gurley of Sea Horse Ranch of Los Osos has qualified for the US Dressage Finals with “Vindicator.” The well known teacher, author, and judge will head to Kentucky this month to compete against the best in the USA. “VA Santino V” won the First Santa Ynez Valley Arabian Foal Festival Gold Medal Yearling Colt. He is sired by one of the fine Varian Arabian stallions “Audacious PS” and out the mare “Satine IA.” The award was presented by renowned entertainer Wayne Newton. Sheila Varian will give a demonstration with her horse “Jubilation” on vaquero style horsemanship and gear at the Santa Ynez Vaquero Show November 8-10 on Sagunto Street. The annual show features collections of vaquero and vaquero-inspired horse gear, silver, braiding, artwork, books, jewelry, hats, and collectibles for sale amongst the vintage carriages and coaches.

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erohrsemensclub.com Nov. 20 (Tent.) SLOCQHA meeting, Griff ’s Restaurant, Main St., Templeton, 6 p.m dinner, meeting 6:30 p.m. Nov. 25-Dec. 4 Thanksgiving Ride & Camp, BCHC members, Doug & Leanne Campbell, www.bchc.org Nov. 28-Dec. 1 SB National Pro/Am Horse Show, 7 a.m., parking & admission free, Harriet Landrum 687-8711 DECEMBER Dec. 6 (Tent.) SLOCQHA meeting, Griff ’s Restaurant, Main St., Templeton, 6 p.m dinner, meeting 6:30 p.m., holiday potluck TBA Dec. 7 CCCAHA Christmas Party, members only, AJ Spurs, Grover Beach,

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Trail Tales : Montana de Oro, Dunes Ride View: Ocean & coastal dunes Access: Pecho Valley Rd., park in lot across from Camp Keep Fees: Free, so far Rated: Easy, but deep sand can be tiring for horses, go easy Time Factor: 10-12 mi., 3-4 hrs. at walk Trail: Single track, fire rd. thru dunes, may also ride on beach Feet: Barefoot fine for most horses, but suggest shoes, some rocks Dogs: Not on trails, leash in parking area, in vehicle if cool Camp: horse water, take own water &

food, reserved horse corrals, $7.50 non-refundable on credit card for camp plus $75/ vehicle, primitive, see www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=592 Overnight: Horse Camp advanced reservations required Main Ranger Station: Spooner’s Cove, 528-0512 info. First Aid: Ranger’s station, bring layered clothing, hat, sunscreen Cell Reception: Spotty Caution: Snakes. Multi use. Be courteous to hikers, mountain bikers Maps: Ranger station, www.CCCMB.org or

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Since 1884, for seven generations, the Steinbecks have been a family owned and operated farm in this area and will be celebrating their 130th Anniversary in the midst of the City of Paso Robles’ plans for the Quasquicentennial (125th) Celebration in 2014. “Each generation has made their mark. We strive to learn from our heritage, be grounded in the present while growing toward the future” said Cindy Steinbeck, head of marketing, wine sales and public relations for Steinbeck Vineyards and Winery. Steinbeck Vineyards is comprised of 520 acres of premium wine grapes. “The family has been farming this acreage since 1921 - in Paso since 1884 - that is seven-generations,” said Cindy. “Three generations have gone before us; four generations strive to continue the family legacy of hard work, creativity and excellent product through our passion for the land and our family. Each generation has lived off the land using responsible farming practices that are safe for our families, our workers and future generations - we were sustainable farmers before sustainable was in vogue. We give thanks for our past and look forward with great anticipation toward our promising future.” The Steinbecks are known throughout the area for their hospitality and for the food and experiences they create for guests. Howie Steinbeck has been a leader in viticulture in Paso Robles since 1970. He is the founder of Steinbeck Vineyards, a fourth generation Paso Robles native, and has farmed this land since childhood with a wealth of practical knowledge and wisdom. The William Ernst Family, Howie’s maternal Great Grandparents, both originally came from Germany and settled in Geneseo, Illinois where they met and married. After 10 years they responded to a newspaper article inviting families to come to California to start a Lutheran Church in San Luis Obispo County and purchase from over 3000 acres of farmland available. Howie’s great grandfather and his two brothers and their families came west in 1884, built the church and a one room school house (now displayed at the Pioneer Museum on Riverside Avenue in Paso) in an area they named Geneseo, after their home town in Illinois. Geneseo is located four miles east of Paso Robles, just a few miles from the family’s current vineyards. The Ernst family planted 25 varieties of grapes, most probably taking cuttings from

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Top: Howie & Bev Steinbeck, with Hazel Steinbeck (Howie’s mother), Cindy Steinbeck, Ryan & Caitlin Newkirk Top left: Rosie (Paulus) and Frank Ernst - The background of this photo, taken in 1948 just shortly before Frank’s death, is the blacksmith shop – site of today’s wine tasting room. Top right: Howie as a child farming with his grandfather, Frank Ernst, in 1943 Above: Cindy Steinbeck at their Wine Tasting Room.

a UC Davis experimental project in Paso Robles, began in 1865. The Ernst family made wine from those grapes and “supplied a portion of the trade of Paso Robles” according to a news report of the time. Frank and Rosie Ernst, Howie’s grandparents on his mother’s side, purchased what is now Steinbeck Vineyards in 1921. They originally farmed cattle and grain successfully. Howie and his wife, Bev, have raised their four children and watched

their seven grandchildren grow up. Bev was from Los Osos and met Howie at a combined church function...when she was 10 and he was 12, cousins told Howie, “she would make some man a wonderful wife.” And he replied, “I know she will.” They did marry eight years later and have now been together for 54 years. Howie’s passion for farming began at 4 years old at his grandfather Frank Ernst’s side, now he’s the grandfather teaching his grandson, Ryan Newkirk, the grape growing business.

They purchased the house on the property in 1972 from his grandparents. Howie was working for Western Farm Service but they were struggling with their cattle and barley farming. Howie and Bev searched their hearts for a direction. Howie went to Gary Eberle, who was considering selling his interest in Estrella Winery and buying land to plant grapes and starting his own winery. Gary enjoyed the winemaking but didn’t like the farming side. The two men met with the same vision in 1980 and Gary told Howie, “You farm it and I’ll make the wine.” Howie responded, “That is exactly what I wanted to do.” One door closes, another one opens. The first 50 acres planted in grapes proved profitable and in 1987 they added more, also in 1989 and in 1992 brought the total to the current total of 520 acres of Steinbeck Vineyards. Daughter Cindy moved back home in 1997 after a successful career in family life ministry to help with the family’s growing vineyard business. In 2003 she began giving vineyard tours in the 1958 Willys Jeep and “Our guests kept telling me they wanted to taste our wine and I had to tell them we don’t make wine. I went to my folks and told them ‘I need a bottle of wine to sell our vision. Let’s start a wine brand.’” Her desire to create an expression of their passion for wine, together with her commitment to the success of the family businesses led to the creation of Steinbeck Vineyards & Winery. The Steinbeck label gives the family opportunity to tell their stories and share their passion for life in the vineyard. They repurposed an old blacksmith shop on property into a tasting room and filled it with historic relics. “Initially I was against the idea,” said Howie. “I’m a grower and have enough to do. But, in retrospect, Cindy was wise in what she decided to do, it helped the family operation because of the quality of the wine from the grapes we grow.” “I knew we needed a great winemaker,” said Cindy. “I approached Steve Glossner in 2005. He’s known for the award winning Isosceles he created for Justin Winery. Our family doesn’t know how to make wine and I asked Steve to help us with a wine program.” Steve agreed, “Cindy was looking to make wine beyond just grape growing but wines reflecting their vision. Cindy articulated the style and varieties that would reflect her vines and her family’s traditions...and it would only be 1% of their production volume. Please see STEINBECKS page 52

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An Update and Holiday Open House

C.A.R.E Castleman’s Awareness Research Effort Attend the C.A.R.E Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 23 from 11 to 5 at the Best Western Colony Inn Hall in Atascadero. Home party vendors, manicurist, massage therapist and hand-crafted items in time for holiday shopping. A portion of the proceeds benefit C.A.R.E.

By Millie Drum Since Greg Pacheco was diagnosed with Castleman’s Disease almost ten years ago, there have been great strides made in awareness, education and research. With the vision for a cure, Greg and his wife Charlyn established CARE in 2007; a local nonprofit organization to raise money to fund a research lab. Their dedication resulted in the establishment of the Gregory R. Pacheco Castle-

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By Chris Weygandt Alba Hark! The heralds proclaim the holiday season arrives in downtown Paso Robles on Sunday, Nov. 9. That night, Elegant Evening Downtown will transform the heart of Paso Robles into a winter wonderland. It’s a traditional gift to the community from downtown merchants, who join together to launch the holiday season in glamorous style. Between 5 and 8 p.m., the district becomes an old-fashioned Christmas village with its halls all decked out in holiday finery – sparkling lights cascading from rooftops and storefronts, enchanted carriage rides, and minstrels filling the crisp night air with music. Town people stroll by lamplight among sidewalks and shops, while mer-

chants offer savory refreshments and a galaxy of wares. In shop windows, living mannequins pose motionless as characters from beloved tales, portrayed by dancers from Class Act Dance Studio. Minstrels, quartets, dance troupes, and classical musicians make the evening vibrant with sound. You may meander, shop, eat, and drink to your heart’s content while enjoying the charm and warm hospitality of your downtown merchants. For a different view of the scenery, accept a complimentary carriage ride offered throughout the evening. One of the highlights of Elegant Evening is the drawing for an original painting by John Partridge. You may enter the drawing at each participating shop; the entries will be collected and the drawing held at 7:30 p.m. at Couch Potato fur-

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Grandson Ryan Newkirk now runs the farm and has the same passion for it as Howie, “I’ve always wanted to farm, since I was a child I just wanted to work with my mom and grandpa. I’m so hon-

It’s nice to be able to take a micro section of grapes from individual rows to reflect what we want to bottle. You normally don’t have that ability to choose. It’s a luxury.” “Our role is the vineyard,” says Cindy. “We give total control to the winemaker,” agrees Howie. “The Steinbecks are so easy to work with,”says Steve.“Farming is a process and it takes time to make wine and they know that. They have accepted my wife and I, we feel like family, we’re treated like family. We now share the tasting room with them to also pour our label, PasoPort. That means a lot.”

Right, Winemaker Steve Glossner, and below, the 1958 Willys Jeep used for vineyard tours.

nishings, 803 13th St. You must be present to win. Another favorite holiday celebration follows on Nov. 29, the Friday evening after Thanksgiving, with the 27th annual Downtown Lighting Ceremony. At 5:30 p.m., the community gathers at the downtown park bandstand for the arrival of Mrs. Santa Claus. Accompanied by numerous storybook friends, Mrs. Claus will test the giant switch that lights up the park. Then, in the glow of candles and Christmas lights, enjoy a community sing-along with Mrs. Claus and friends, complete with songbooks, hot chocolate, and cookies. Dress warmly and be prepared to sing all your holiday favorites. If the town’s holiday cheer pleases Mrs. Claus, she’ll return to the North Pole and report that Paso Robles is ready for Santa’s annual visit. By longstanding tradition, Santa will arrive a week later, cruising through town on a fire engine in the Christmas Light Parade. The 52nd annual Christmas Light Parade is right around the corner, on Dec. 7.

Now is the time to pick up your parade application at the Main Street office and return it by Tuesday, Nov. 26. This year’s theme is “Christmas in Toyland,” and the top entries win cash prizes. The office is at 835 12th St., Suite D, around back in the Norma’s Way alley. Also mark your calendars for more holiday traditions: the 27th annual Vine Street Victorian Showcase on Dec. 14, 6 - 9 p.m., and on Dec. 21, the 23rd annual Teddy Bear Tea for children, in the beautiful Park Ballroom. For more information, call the Paso Robles Main Street office at 238-4103.

ored they put their trust in me. I’m fortunate and don’t want to mess this up. We’ll expand in a sensible way, continuing as we have in the past, with small improvements along the way.” Cindy reflects, “It’s great watching my son and my dad working together, and now Ryan has an influence on his Grandpa, just impressive.” “Our philosophy is to do the absolute best job you can,” said “We Above: Howie, Cindy Howie. love visiting and Ryan

with people to share our lives with them here.” Cindy agrees, “Our mission is to preserve and enhance our seven generations of history. We accomplish that by providing our guests the best products and services we can from Steinbeck Vineyards and Winery. Everyone that comes on our property becomes part of our heritage, visitors become part of us.” “Family is everything,” adds Howie. For more information, contact Cindy Steinbeck at Steinbeck Vineyards & Winery, 5940 Union Road in Paso Robles, or call the tasting room and office at 238-1854 or Cindy@steinbeckwines.com or online at steinbeckwines.com

As the holiday season arrives this month, the heart of Paso Robles sparkles with minstrels and magic.

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Paso Robles Sports Club plans major expansion By Melissa Chavez In Paso Robles, the desire for overall health and physical fitness has increased and Paso Robles Sports Club General Manager Sara Dobroth sees this difference firsthand. “The demand has grown for physical fitness that’s fun and effective and we’re growing with it,” she says. The facility, located at 2975 Union Road near Barney Schwartz Park, opened in fall 2011 at 10,000 square feet, offering aquatics, tennis and fitness classes. Recently, the Paso Robles Planning Commission approved expansion for the 20-acre parcel to construct a 16,000-square-foot Paso Robles Sports Club Performance Center to increase and build upon their existing programs. The anticipated date of completion is sometime in 2014. The Paso Robles Sports Club is one of six California Athletic Clubs. A 10,000-square-foot space will be dedicated to a 15-staff member Personal Training Department, headed by Fitness Director Dr. Andre Acebo. A complete assortment of group classes will be available, such as yoga, Zumba, Mixed Martial Arts, high-impact aerobics, indoor cycling, therapeutic-style tai chi, Pilates, and customizable CrossFit strength and weight training. Weightlifting classes will also be offered for both beginners and aficionados. Children three and up learn the basics of proper posture, balance and fitness, and ten to twelveyear-olds learn proper form. Teen competition is available, too. Olympic-certified trainer Dr. Acebo and his Iron Brothers weightlifting team returned from a recent USA Weightlifting-sanctioned competition in Monrovia, where his coeds earned three gold medals and one bronze. Sara is also excited for the promise that new construction holds for three-season softball training and conditioning, featuring fast and slow-pitch softball and baseball areas with 5,000 square feet for batting cages. “Last year, five Paso Robles Girls Softball League teams rose to national championship levels. That’s

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By Millie Drum Cancer Well – Fit TM is coming to the North County. As the program director and certified personal trainer and cancer exercise specialist, Jan Secord is expanding the effort of this nonprofit organization through the new program at the Paso Robles Sports Club to complement the established program at the Avila Bay Athletic Club for nearly four years. Cancer Well-Fit is a free 10week exercise program designed to help cancer patients within their first year of diagnosis. During that critical time, individuals usually become chronically fatigued and de-conditioned

from the symptoms of the disease and treatment. The emotional support received through the social, relaxing resort-like setting gives much needed encouragement as well. Cancer Well-Fit also helps build muscle mass and strength, increase flexibility and endurance and improve functional ability. Additional goals include reducPRSC from page 58 get-togethers, where Event Manager Lisa Brownie will take care of guests’ party needs. Sara and Assistant Manager Dawn Winch oversee a current staff of 50, which is projected to increase by 15 to 30 new positions. Sara promises that Hospitality Director Lindsey Taylor makes sure everyone receives “service with a smile.” Rounding out the

ing the severity of therapy sideeffects, preventing unwanted weight changes and improving energy levels and self esteem. The final goal is to assist cancer patients to develop their own fitness program to see them through recovery and return to a healthy active lifestyle. Cancer Well-Fit is also offered at the Avila Bay Athletic Club, www.avilabayclub.com. The fitness program was created and developed by Julie Main, former president of West Coast Athletic Clubs. Since 1994 thousands of cancer survivors have benefitted physically, socially and emotion-

ally from this specialized exercise program. Kate Wels and Clara Vanherweg are the Certified Avila Bay Athletic Club Personal Trainers. Pre-registration for the quarterly class beginning on November 12 is required. Class size is limited. All participants must provide a medical release from their doctors and be within their first year of diagnosis. For general information and/or registration, contact Jan or Kate 595-7600 ext. 122 or Sara Dobroth at the Paso Robles Sports Club at 239-7397 ext. 103, www.pasoroblesclub.com.

Management Team is Maintenance Director Alberto Toribio. “You can witness firsthand in our café the green thumb he brings to the table. He planted 3,000 square feet of vegetables in the last year,” says Sara. “Our Club has over 450 memberships and 2,000 members, yet it doesn’t feel crowded. About 50 percent of our members have children, but we enjoy hosting couples and singles dinners, too,

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Piedras Blancas Motel, located 1.1 miles north of light station at 9:45 a.m. Do not wait at the gate to the lighthouse. Cost: $10/adults, $5/ages 6-17. Free for children 5 and under. Special arrangements must be made for groups of 10 or more. Call 927-7361. 4 • Almond Country Quilters will meet at Trinity Lutheran Church, 940 Creston Road, PR. The agenda includes members teaching quilting techniques. Social time begins at 6:30 with the meeting to follow at 7:30pm. Local quilter Pam Munns will present her trunk show, titled, “Quilty Pleasures.” For more information about the Guild, visit www.almondcountry quilters.org. 9 • 2013 Elegant Evening in Downtown Paso Robles on Saturday evening from 5-8 p.m. transforms the downtown into an old-fashioned Christmas village when merchants dress their stores for the holidays. Enjoy refreshments and treats, local artists and a drawing for a John Partridge painting (enter for free at participating merchants), live mannequins by Class Act Dance Studio, singers and musicians, carriage rides, an 8 p.m. Paderewski Festival Gala Concert at Paso Robles Inn with reserved seating, and more! Call 238-4103. Visit www.PasoRobles Downtown.org. 7-10 • 2013 Paderewski Festival in Paso Robles

T e m p l e to n F o u n d e r ’ s D ay C e l e b r at i o n The fun begins at 9 a.m. and lasts till 3 p.m. on November 3 at Main Street in downtown Templeton near the Historical Museum Society. The event commemorates the arrival of the first passengers off the train in November 1886, as well as the area’s agricultural heritage. Enjoy viewing vintage tractors, hit-n-miss engines, antique automobiles, live entertainment, craft vendors and a free slice of pie at the Old-Fashioned Pie Social.

celebrates its 22nd anniversary. Enjoy the talents of astounding Polish classical and jazz musicians and composers. 11/7: Opening Concert with chamber music by Panic Due (violinist Pasha Tseitlin and pianist Nic Gerpe), Cass Winery at 6:30 p.m. No-host wine reception at 6 p.m. 11/8: Piano Master Class at 2 p.m. with pianist Karol Radziwonowicz. Jazz and Film Music Concert with violinist Krzesimir Dębski, Anna Jurksztowicz and friends. Both events take place at the Park Ballroom, 1232 Park Street. 11/9: Paderewski Documentary at Park Cinemas begins at 10 a.m. A Youth Competition Winners’ Recital at 4 p.m. in the Paso Robles Inn Ballroom. Free with reserved seating. Gala Concert with Karol Radziwonowicz. Wine reception at 7 p.m. precedes 7:30 p.m. concert at Paso Robles Inn Ballroom. 11/10: “Paderewski in Paso” Lecture by Artistic Director Marek Zebrowski. VIP Pass package includes tour and wine tasting at Epoch Estate Vineyards. See the Paderewski Festival feature article in this issue of PRM for more details. For tickets to all events, visit www.paderewskifest.com. 7-10 • Paso Robles ‘Garagiste’ Festival celebrates artisan winemakers who produce fewer than 1,200 cases per year. This inaugural garagiste (gar-uh-zhe’-stuh) event takes place at Windfall Farms. Tickets: Call (888) 71-TICKETS and ask for the Garagiste Festival. Visit www. PasoGaragiste.com. 9-10 • Free Flight Weekend throughout 17 of the wineries in the 46 West wine trail offers complimentary flights of selected wines. Guests can also enjoy exclusive offers, such as pre-releases and special reserves. For more details and a list of participating wineries, visit www. paso46westwineries.com 13 • North County Multiflora Garden Club meets at 1 p.m. at Paso Robles Community Church, 2706 Spring Street, PR. Melinda

Lynch, from Festive Designs, will demonstrate how to make holiday decorations using materials from the yards at the Garden Club. Melinda has been in the floral industry for 30 years and is a graduate of Cal Poly, where she has taught floral design for 15 years. Call 238-5888. 14 • Templeton ‘After Five’ Mixer at Rabobank, 1025 Las Tablas Road, Templeton, provides an opportunity to network with other members while enjoying appetizers and refreshments from 5:30 to 7:30pm. 16 • 3rd Annual Abundance Barn Dance at Oak Creek Commons Community Room, 635 Nicklaus Street, PR (across from Pat Butler School playground), from 7-9:30 p.m. No dance partner needed. Dancing children are welcome and free. Adult requested donation of $7 (wear hair in a bun for discount). Gary Shapiro will teach and call easy dances. Enjoy live music by Calamity House Band. For more information, call Arlen Bass at 239-9134. “Like” Paso Robles Contra Dances on Facebook for photos of past dances and updates. Email Risa Kaiser at risakaiser@sbcglobal.net. 16 • ‘Looking for Marine Mammals’ from 10-12 p.m. with Carolyn Skinder, Director of the Coastal Discovery Center in San Simeon will lead a walk looking for marine mammals, including otters, harbor seals and even humpback whales. Bring binoculars. Call 927-2202 for reservations and location. 20 • ‘Starting a Business’ Workshop at the University of LaVerne, 4119 Broad Street, SLO. A free workshop from 9:30am to 12:30am, hosted by SCORE (Mentors to America’s Small Business), will cover aspects to consider when starting a business, including business plans and financial reports. Seating is limited. Call 5470779 or visit www.sloscore.org to pre-register.

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21 • Soul Kitchen from 6-8 p.m. at The Wellness Resource Center, 1255 Las Tablas Road, Templeton, offers live music, wine tasting and a Wellness Sampler Plate. Cost: $15 donation. Call 434-1800. Visit www. TheWKRC.org. 23 • Holiday Open House to benefit C.A.R.E for Castleman’s Disease, from 115 p.m. at Best Western Colony Inn Hall, Atascadero. Home party vendors, hand-crafted items. Great shopping for the holidays. 23 • Templeton Turkey Trot is a 6th annual fun run with a 5K (downtown area, housing developments) & 10K race (West Templeton) beginning at 8 p.m., as well as a one-mile loop around Templeton Park for the kids at 8:30 a.m. Starting line is at Templeton Fire Department, 206 5th Street. All participants will receive a t-shirt, race bib and a raffle ticket for one of many prizes. Child participants in the one-mile loop will receive a raffle ticket and a race bib in addition to a

participation ribbon. Pre-registration cost: $40/adults, $50/adults on day of event, kids/$5. Call 434-4900. Register online at www.active.com or by clicking on the “Online Registration” link at www.templeton csd.org. 24 • North SLO County Concerts presents Presidio Jazz Quintet at 3 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 940 Creston Road, PR. By combining a brass quintet, piano and percussion instruments with fresh, original arrangements, their unique sound has become a trademark for the San Diego ensemble that captivates audiences everywhere. Call 2378122 or 239-2770 for more details. Visit www. nclocca.org. 26 • RSVP deadline: North County Newcomers December Luncheon scheduled for December 4 at Cambria Pines Lodge in Cambria. Social Hour at 11 a.m. followed by a 12 p.m. luncheon. See www.northcountynewcomers.org or more info. 27 • RSVP deadline: ‘Voices for Children’ Luncheon to benefit CASA of San Luis

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. Pacific Coast Cutting Horse Association Futurity / Stakes thru Nov. 3 at the Equestrian Center and fairgrounds. Visit pccha.com. Daylight Saving Time Ends on Nov. 3. Machado Main Event in the Equestrian Center and Commercial Bldg. #2, Nov. 8-11. Visit wwwpccha.com. Candy Cane Christmas Tree Lot offers a big selection of holiday trees, Nov. 14 - Dec. 25, Main Parking Lot. Visit http:candycanetreelot.com. CC Roller Derby in Commercial Bldg. #2, Nov. 16. Visit www.centralcoastrollerderby.com. CHRSA District 7 High School Rodeo / Mid-State Classic in the Equestrian Center, Nov. 22-24. See more details at www.chsradist7.org.

Obispo County. The “Jewelry With a Past” sales event takes place at Madonna Inn Gay ’90s Room from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 5. This is your chance to view amazing jewelry and do your holiday shopping while supporting a great cause. Attend the preview sale from 11-11:30 a.m. for “early bird” jewelry pieces. Tickets: $50/ person or $400/table of eight. Call 541-6542 or visit www.slocasa.org. Funds raised at the Voices for Children holiday event are used for recruiting, screening, training and supervising volunteer court-appointed advocates for children. CASA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

29 • Holiday Craft Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Downtown Paso Robles City Park. Enjoy free admission to view homemade items by crafters and artists. (Booth spaces, $55. Double spaces, $90.) In case of rain, the event will take place on December 7. Call the Main Street Association, 835 12th St., Suite D, Paso Robles. 238-4103. 29 • 27th Annual Downtown Lighting Ceremony at the Paso Robles City Park Bandstand. Everyone gathers at 5:30 p.m. for live music, speeches, Candlelit Community Caroling, free cookies and hot chocolate. Mrs. Claus lights the downtown at 6 p.m. Call Main Street Association at 238-4103.

The Wellness Kitchen and Resource Center 1255 Las Tablas Road, Templeton • 434-1800. RSVP required. Visit TheWKRC.org for detailed class info.

TThe Weekly Wellness Food Program offers pre-ordered meals for anyone seeking delicious healthy meals and those experiencing illness, recovery or chemotherapy. Order by phone or online by midnight on Sunday for Wednesday pickup at the Kitchen. Menu Changes weekly.

8, 9, 10 • Return to Wholeness, a Woman’s Wellness Retreat at Dancing Deer Farm, 2975 Vineyard Drive, Templeton. Explore nutritive foods to improve the well-being of cancer survivors and their support teams in a setting filled with serenity and natural beauty. Cost: $150, all-inclusive, for a three-day, two-night retreat. RSVP to The Kitchen. Visit www.dancingdeer.org. 13 • Cancer-Fighting Cooking: Pasta! From 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. is a privately held cooking class to learn about gluten-free pasta, prepared three different ways. RSVP at Kitchen. 14 • 3-Way Series: TBD from 10-11:30 a.m. Watch as Chef Nancy prepares three dishes using one ingredient in a short time. Cost: $25/person. RSVP required at The Kitchen. 19 • ‘Get Well Stay Well Naturally’ from 5:30-6:30 p.m. with Paula Vetter. RSVP at www.ProfoundWellness.com or call (330) 815-0340. 21 • Soul Kitchen Fundraiser from 6-8 p.m. at The Kitchen offers “The Soul Kitchen by Night” to support nonprofit programs on the last Thursday of the month. Enjoy entertainment by local artists, wine tasting and a light dinner. Suggested donation at the door: $15. Limited seating. RSVP The Kitchen.

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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) Reverend Pedro Umana (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 Heather Young

Helen “Hellie” Blythe stepped off the ledge of a mountain and zoomed across the valley of Santa Margarita Ranch to celebrate turning 80. She was followed by eight women from her Paso Robles Pilates class. The women have been taking Pilates from Diane of Body Basics three times a week for years. Hellie said she has been going the longest at 15 years and friend Jackie Mullennix said she’s been taking the class for 13 years. “It’s what keeps us ambulatory,” Hellie said. While Jackie said she and the rest of the ladies were scared just watching Hellie lead the pack, Hellie said she was not. “I was anticipating it for almost a year, so I had plenty of time to get all worked up,” Hellie said. “It was kind of like taking a ski lift, but instead of going up, you’re going down.” While the ziplining adventure was to celebrate Hellie’s 80th birthday, the group went in the middle of September, only two months before Hellie’s 81st birthday in November. “You feel really kind of free – you’re back to being a little girl and knowing you can fly,” Hellie said. “I think all kids have that sensation – that you can fly.” The birthday celebration started with lunch at Taste of Paso, a limousine ride to the ranch and then a tour of one of the oldest continuous cattle ranches in the state before the ladies even got to the first zipline – The Woodlander is an 800-foot ride over the canopied valley. The next ride – The Hilltopper and the fastest 46 East Storage 51 911 Supply House 55 A Beautiful Face 31 Adelaide Advisors 53 Advanced Concrete 48 Advanced Construction 29 Alliance Board Co. 19 Almond Country Quilters 21 American Oak 3 Artworks 37 Atascadero Insurance 57 Bankston, Kim 17 Barto, JR Heating 49 31 Berry Hill Bistro BlakesTrueValue 48 Blakeslee&Blakeslee 51 Blenders 27 Body Basics 37 Bresk, Helena 29 Bridge Sportsmen’s Ctr 46 Cal Paso Solar 13 Cambria Nursery 42 Cantrelle Painting 47 Care Above the Rest 61 Casey Printing 44 Casper, EJ, DDS (2) 35

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of the three – is 500 feet and requires the rider to run before takeoff. “I tried running, it was more like hobbling,” Hellie said. The final zipline – The Archway– is another 800 feet, bringing the adventurers to the bottom of the valley and ready for the final destination – the Ancient Peaks tasting room. At the tasting room, Hellie got her 80th birthday cake along with wine tasting. After, Jackie said they were all exhausted from the anxiety leading up to the feat. With a smile on her face, Hellie said she enjoyed the experience and hopes to do it again – especially since Margarita Adventures is adding a fourth zipline – The Renegade – that spans 1,300 feet over a valley on the expansive property. Hellie has lived in Paso Robles since 1960 with her husband, Hy, and they have four children, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, who all live in the area. She said her family was excited that she got to go ziplining – she was the first one to take the challenge. Hellie said she wanted to do it because she “wanted to fly,” and that she did. For more information about taking a zipline tour, go to www.margaritaadventures.com or call 438-3120.

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Top: Hellie Blythe completes the first leg of the zipline adventure in September. Top left: Hellie Blythe stands ready to take that first step off the mountain over the canopied valley for the first zipline at Santa Margarita Ranch. Above: Hellie Blythe, second from left, stands with some of the friends who joined her in her first ziplining experience in September. Left: Hellie Blythe enjoys her 80th birthday cake inside the tasting room at Ancient Peaks Winery in Santa Margarita. Photos by Liz Hastings

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