July 2019 Paso Robles Magazine

PEOPLE | EVENTS | SHOPPING | DINING | JULY 2019

12 Days

of Fun

July 17-28 • Paso Pops: Supporting Youth Arts • Chico Cerda: Running the Show • Entree: Black Cat Bistro Too

2019 Mid-State Fair Main Grandstand Lineup

Miranda Lambert

Lynyrd Skynyrd

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo and Melissa Etheridge

Zac Brown Band

July 17

July 18

Rhythm & Brews with Billy Idol July 19

Cardi B July 20

Blake Shelton July 21

Why Don’t We July 22

July 17–28, 2019

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July 24

Old Dominion July 25

Music & Wine July 26

Country Rodeo Finals July 27

Monster Trucks July 28

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FEATURES

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‘LET’S HAVE S’MORE FUN!’ AT THE 2019 MID-STATE FAIR PASO’S BIGGEST EVENT OF THE YEAR OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

COUNTRY RODEO RETURNS

SPONSORS INCREASE CASH PRIZES THIS YEAR

22 A LOOK BACK AT THE FAIRS OF YESTERYEAR MID-STATE MEMORIES

DEPARTMENTS

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LOCAL BUSINESS Paradise Shaved Ice Goes to the Fair 38 Local Goods Report 40 Insurica Celebrates 80th Anniversary 42 Wighton’s Inc. Donates to Humane Society 43 Templeton Beauty Salon Celebrates 22 Years 36

OAK LEAF Mission Marketplace

to Showcase Local Goods at Mid-State Fair 45 Education: Our Community, Our Schools

By Dr. James J. Brescia, Ed.D. 46 Youth Head to Fair for Livestock Show, Auction 47 Caring for Pets and Their People:

The Dog Days of Summer 44

PASO PEOPLE Chico Cerda: Running the Show 18 Paso Pops continues support for

Youth Cultural Exchange Program 16

PUBLISHER’S LETTER Something Worth Reading

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ROUND TOWN Through the Grapevine:

Tolosa Children’s Dental Care 12 What’s Happening on Main Street?

Historic Theater Mural Installed 14 Templeton: Fire Risk - High 10

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EVENTS Free Events & Special Days at the Fair 28 Tips for Hitting the Fair with the Kids 26

CITY REPORT SLO County Board of Supervisors 32 Paso Robles City Council 30

TASTE OF PASO 34 Entrée: Black Cat Cafe Too 35 Entrée: Side Dish with Mike and Kim Bradley

LAST WORD Mid-State Fair Supports our Special Stars

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ON THE COVER

California Mid-State Fair

Photo by Brittany Anzel App

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Something Worth Reading “We hold these truths to be selfevident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. — That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, — That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.”

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The Declaration of Independence

fter midsummer, we turn our attention to our upcoming national holiday, Independence Day or 4th of July. Although we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence as our nation’s birthday, it is something to celebrate with dignity as a human being, not just as an American.

It holds in its ink the demand for human decency, and promises such from its government. The ideals are not uniquely American, but universally human. They are rich and deep. They refer not to dignity, or power, or property, but spiritual gifts we share with all our neighbors. The inalienable rights are not something we deserve as Americans, or are blessed with as US citizens, but something endowed by our Creator and therefore not something a human constitution can establish or a human invention can deliver.

With life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, we remain blessed with hope for whatever better tomorrow we can make. But there is also hardship, and depravity that is hard to imagine, even within our borders. It is hard to talk about, so we are blessed to have the opportunity to hear how we might make a difference to someone affected. Sorry to take such a hard turn, but it is my obligation to help bring awareness to human trafficking and a program that may help us better understand how to identify and assist those in need.

Covenant Presbyterian Church is hosting a seminar about this problem, and pastor Dan Katches said “It is going to be an eye-opener.”

His wife Bonnie spoke truth when she said “It seems so foreign to us in our protected little city, but it is a lot larger than any of us can imagine. In exposing crimes like this, we can combat it more effectively. What do we do when we see something suspicious, and who do we contact. What do we do as citizens to make the community a better place and to protect and help those being exploited.”

Ignorance is bliss, but being equipped to face a disturbing issue that impacts those most vulnerable in our society is what makes America great. If you feel moved to help those who have been or could be a victim of human trafficking — also known as slavery — please check out the ad on page 35 for more info on the local seminar.

Enjoy the 4th of July, and please consider how important it is for us to stay connected as a community so that we can watch out for each other and protect what is so precious to us all.

Please enjoy this issue of Paso Robles Magazine.

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| Through the Grapevine

Tolosa Children’s Dental Center A Well-Deserved Honor for a Local Nonprofit

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he Tolosa Children’s Dental Center’s objective is to provide preventive and quality pediatric dental care to local under-privileged children and give them the “gift of a smile for a lifetime.” Congratulations on the success! The organization was recently named the 2019 Nonprofit of the Year for San Luis Obispo County.

Jordan Cunningham, the 35th District Assemblyman, honored the organization at a ceremony with governmental dignitaries on June 5 to commemorate California Nonprofits Day. Executive Director Suzanne Russell and Development Director Alexandra Chamberlain gathered with other nonprofit leaders in Sacramento to receive the honor.

Since 2003, Tolosa Children’s Dental Center has provided dental health care to local children from low-income families, serving more than 6,000 each year.

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By Millie Drum

“We are honored to be recognized by Assemblyman Cunningham. Tolosa Children’s Dental Center has been serving children for over 15 years in Paso Robles,” Russell said.

In November of 2018, a tele-dentistry site was added to Shandon Elementary School uti-

lizing the latest technology in Virtual Dental Home (VDH).

Students are cared for by missing only 30 minutes of class time, so the parents don’t need to take time off work to travel from Paso Robles. A new office is open in San Luis Obispo providing services to the under-served children in SLO and surrounding towns.

TolosaChildrensDental.org. 717 Walnut Drive, Paso Robles, 805238-5334 and 4251 South Higuera St. Suite 401 in San Luis Obispo, 805-592-2445.

Assemblyman Jordan Cunningham with Suzanne Russell and Alexandra Chamberlain.

"Hands-On Hero" Dr. Dan Hile of Optometric Care Associates "Dr. Dan Hile is a champion for children, providing our community with a ser vice that ensures kids have healthy sight and are better equipped to learn in school."

Hile was recognized by First 5 San Luis Obispo County as a "Hands-On Hero" for his service in conducting vision screenings for some of the county's youngest children, diagnosing problems early for prompt correction, preventing the need for future medical care.

"Dr. Hile is passionate and ... this kind of early detection is a win for the entire family and community."

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The Recreation Services July calendar is filled with summer-time activities for all ages. Below are some highlights for the month and a glimpse at what’s planned for early August. We hope to see you at Centennial Park soon!

JULY/AUGUST ADULT CLASS HIGHLIGHTS NEW Pressure Cooker Perfection Cooking Class Take the pressure out of cooking by learning easy pressure cooker techniques to create delicious meals in minutes. Tues, July 9. 6-8pm. $25 + $25 materials. Family member discounts.

NEW Decadent Date Night & Friends Night Out Cooking Class Learn to make three decadent dishes to impress for any special occasion.

Fri, July 12. 6-8pm. $25 + $25 materials. Family member discounts.

Let’s Pretend! with a Dream Party All classes for ages 4-12, $20 each + $10 materials fee.

NEW Creative Me Time Square Succulent Wreath Everything is provided to make a gorgeous square succulent wreath.

Bippity Boppity Boo Magic Wand Making All skill levels welcome! Wed, July 10, 6-8pm. $15 Magic wand making with Cinderella featuring lots of sparkly supplies! + $55 supply fee.

There will be a princess magic show & twirling wand dance. Wed, July 24, 10am-noon.

NEW Sea Glass Hammered Wire Jewelry Learn to drill holes in sea glass plus how to Luau Hula Party strengthen & texturize wire to create a Meet Moana & create a special craft then learn to dance the hula to two one-of-a-kind necklace/earring set. Tues, July 30, island songs. Receive a hula skirt & lei to keep. There will be a hula 6-8pm. $15 + $35 supply fee. performance at the end of class. Thurs, July 25, 10am-noon.

NEW Workshop Mamas Acrylic Painting: Heron Be Our Guest for a Magical Tea Party Learn to paint a beautiful heron on an 11x14” Join a beautiful princess for a special tea party, discover magical items canvas during this all-level workshop. Sat, Aug 10, from the forbidden west wing during a magic show & more! Fri, July 26, 10am-1pm. Ages 13+, $50 + $15 supply fee.

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Using canvas, paint & brushes, children will learn how to paint with professional artist Candace Rae. They’ll use basic techniques that will help develop their love of art and excite them for more. All classes ages 6-14 from 10 am -noon.

A Day at the Beach: Incorporate sand into your creation during this mixed media painting class.

Tues, July 16. $10 + $15 materials.

Rain Forest Friends: Visit the rain forest during this mixed media painting class that will include using feathers. Tues, July 23. $10 + $15 materials.

A Basket Full of Floral: Mixed media painting class of bicycles with live succulents in their baskets. Wed, July 31. $10 + $18 materials. (continued in next column) For a complete listing of all summer recreation activities, look for the Paso Robles Recreation Guide at Centennial Park, City Hall and many businesses around town, or email recservices@prcity.com to join our mailing list. For more information about all summer activities, camps, lessons and leagues visit prcity.com/recreation or contact Recreation Services at (805) 237-3988.

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| It’s Happening on Main Street

Theater mural INSTALLED

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By Millie Drum

depiction of the T & D Theater is standing proud in the alley near 12th and Spring Streets. Thanks to the Paso Robles Main Street Community Art Project “Celebrating the Arts in our Community,” the mural has found an appropriate home on the wall near where the original theater stood many ywwears ago. Overall, the ambiance is unlike what it was in the ‘40s and ‘50s, but for today’s residents and visitors, it’s the goal of the Main Street Design Committee to honor the history of downtown Paso Robles by encouraging the preservation of historic buildings and maintaining an inviting place for daily life and community celebrations.

The Design Committee weighs in on the images that best represent our history. After two years of planning and dedicated work by Steve Kalar, the committee and volunteers, the mural project is complete.

“Norma pushed the snowball

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down the hill to bring the project to completion,” Steve said. “I admire what Norma has done for Paso Robles.”

Lou Esposito coordinated the construction of the frame and installation of the mural. Lorraine and Phillip Cagliero also played an integral role in completing the project.

“Phillip involved himself every inch of the way in installation,” Steve said. “Honoring our history and our past way of life is an appropriate thing for us to do.”

Paso Robles was home to one of the many T & D Theaters in California. The Paso theater opened in November of 1930, closed by the Fox Theaters chain in 1955 and demolished in 1957. The photo of the mural was taken in 1948. Pioneers of this era are few and far between nowadays. If you have recollections from the past, take a moment to drive by, stop and see the crowd waiting for the matinée, the gentleman in a sailor hat, a little girl with a bonnet and a woman looking out

Volunteers Lou Esposito, Steve Kalar, Lorraine Cagliero, Phillip Cagliero, Robert Phillips, Paula Phillips, Ty Christiansen.

Not pictured, Jennifer Christensen and Laura Haynie. of Lenzers’ men’s store. If you have information about the mural or other historical sites downtown, contact Norma at the Main Street office, 805-238-4103.

Mid-State Fair is here! From 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., volunteers will be cooking and serving FREE breakfast. But there is a catch! You must have a ticket! Tickets will be available at downtown businesses from PANCAKE ALERT! July 8 to 24. Look for the sign in the Free Breakfast on Thursday July 25 store windows.

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In 2017, the Templeton Community District Board of Directors voted to create a Community Facility District for new residential and commercial development to enforce payment of development fees for future emergency services but the fund will take time to accrue.

An unincorporated community, Templeton cannot access the 8.4 cents per dollar of its $1.6 million property tax revenue that municipalities typically collect to fund emergency services. Occasional fundraisers and donations help but they cannot sustain an annual budget. The newly proposed tax is set at $180 per parcel for fiscal year 2020/2021 and would be capped at two percent thereafter in any given year.

In Templeton, 60 percent of all callouts are for medical emergencies.

“Once a person stops breathing, it takes just four to six minutes for brain deterioration to occur,” White said. “In Templeton, the average response time for fire and emergency services is six minutes.

Even a one-minute delay can be MAKE-OR-BREAK critical. Without adequate tax COMMUNITY SUPPORT funding, there are times when In 2000, the population stood at Templeton emergency respond4,687. In 2009, Templeton grew to ers won’t be available to 911 more than 7,600. That year, a ben- calls for help.”

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“Since 2010, Templeton has seen a 75 percent increase in service calls,” Templeton fire chief Bill White said. “Cal Fire is a valuable partner in Templeton but the nearest station (Engine 30) covers 60 square miles and is already stretched thin. Over the past two years, they have been unable to respond to 13.9 percent of Templeton’s 911 emergency calls because they were already committed to other incidents.”

For 120 years, active volunteer firefighters have kept the department operating and government grants have provided relief. But a steadily growing community, combined with a lack of proportional revenues, has placed tremendous pressure on the department’s shoestring budget.

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Chico Cerda

Running the Show

from 2:30 to 5:30 in the morning, or it wouldn’t have gotten done and we would not have been ready.”

During the course of a year, the grounds are used for a wide variety of events or camping that keep about 15 full time employees busy.

“We stay pretty busy,” Cerda said. “It’s a little over 42 acres, and we use all of it.”

From rodeo events, motorcross, the Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Fest, and Rotary Winemakers Cookoff, there is not a dull moment.

“The biggest one is the AIDS/LifeCycle bike ride [in June],” Cerda said. “We had 3,500 people here on Tuesday morning, and Wednesday morning they are gone by 10 a.m. You wouldn’t even know they were here.”

Open season is over now at the Paso Robles

The best memory was that on Sunday, we were ready to go

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s the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor for the California Mid-State Fairgrounds, Chico Cerda and his crew have their hands full every week of the year. As summer sets in, the ramp up to 12 days of fun is another level for the CMSF 2018 Employee of the Year.

For 12 years, Cerda has been leading the operations and maintenance of the 42-acre complex, and the 2019 edition “Let’s Have S’More Fun” is another chapter in the book.

“The CEO Vivian Robertson lost her maintenance guy and she asked me,” Cerda said. “I said I would try it. That was 2007, and I’m still here.”

From keeping the “cleanest, best-smelling bathrooms of any fair in the state,” to changing out arena chairs for tables, to cleaning up night after night to welcome the first attendees of the day with clean grounds, the real stars of the fair are not on stage. They are behind the scenes, quietly sweeping through empty halls, stalls, and arenas. They are also there 365 days of the year.

“They give me the plans and we make it work,” Cerda said. “I got people who do it every year.

They are good workers and it all gels. I just oversee it, and if they need help, I jump in. Last year, for instance, I was on the loader moving trash

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Event Center, and the grounds are bustling with action to get ready for 12 Days of Fun. That is “go time” for Chico and his regular crew of 15.

“Pre-fair, we ramp up to about 45, then at fair time we have about 115 that I’m responsible for full time,” Cerda said. “Then my regular full time staff become supervisors. Our hours increase dramatically — we work about 14 hour days … if nothing goes wrong.”

Lots can go wrong, but with 12 years under his belt, the team manages to keep it running. Then Garth Brooks plays a couple shows on one night and it is all-hands-on-deck.

“It was going to be challenging, just for one show,” Cerda said, “and then they added the second show … more challenging.”

To get the arena ready between the first and second show, more than half of Cerda’s entire crew was on the clock.

“I had a team of 60 maintenance people ready to go when the first show was over,” Cerda said, “and they gave us a 30-minute window to get the whole arena cleaned. Within 15 minutes into our time, they were asking me if we were done.”

FUN FACT: Attendees at the Garth Brooks show were not served popcorn because of the mess it would have made for the maintenance cleanup crew between shows.

From scheduled challenges to unscheduled complications, maintenance works at all times to keep 12 days of fun rolling.

“Everything is quiet at 9:30 a.m., then all of a sudden the bathrooms all back up,” Cerda said.

“A vendor was vacuuming up bird seed and dog hair and flushing it down the toilet. It caught on a branch going out the main line.”

Changes come each year, and Cerda has seen the grounds change for the better.

“We’ve improved, a lot of improvements to the infrastructure,” Cerda said. “Water and sewer lines, and a 74-space RV full hookup that we are pretty much done with. That is huge.

Before that, we had vehicles parking all over the fairgrounds hooking up to water hoses. Now we have full sewer hookups — an RV park. I’m really proud of that.”

Cerda grew up on a dairy farm, which might explain why his favorite part of the fair is when the animals show up.

“My kids always showed animals,” Cerda said.

“I grew up in Torrence and was used to the Pomona fair — they had a big fair, lots of animals.

I got here in 1978 when there was 6,000 people here, and I thought [CMSF] was a big little Pomona fair.”

From enjoying shows as a guest of the fair, to a dozen years of maintaining the grounds for the enjoyment of millions of attendees, Cerda has a lot of memories to draw from. Some are better than others, but some memories are a little of good and bad.

“It is not a good memory, but it was good the way it worked out,” Cerda said. “Saturday night [before opening day 2015] I went home, and all the flowers were popping, the asphalt was painted — we looked like Disneyland, we were ready to go.”

So was the weather.

“It started raining,” Cerda said, “and we got three inches of rain overnight. At 4 a.m. it was thunder and lightening, and I didn’t have a good feeling. I called the CEO at the time, Vivian Robertson, and told her I was going in.”

Cerda found a crisis.

“Everything was flooded,” Cerda said. “Mud had come down from the city into the fairgrounds, and we had three feet of water by the highway. We just went to work. One of the local contractors came in with his equipment and we hauled off 18 semi loads of mud off the grounds to the dump.”

Rain or shine, flood or mud, the fair must go on, and Cerda leads the crew responsible for making sure it is does.

“The best memory was that on Sunday, we were ready to go,” Cerda said.

Chico Cerda and his team are hard to spot, so if you see them at the fair this year, give them a big thank you for keeping it running right for you.

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PASO POPS continues support for Paderewski Experience

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By Melissa Chavez

he Paso Pops celebration on July 4 at Paso Robles Event Center will be a blast for the public but it’s serious business for dedicated music students. Proceeds from the event, which is sponsored and coordinated by the Paderewski Festival, benefit the city’s Youth Cultural Exchange Program along with other youth initiatives. The evening includes food, music and a fabulous fireworks display.

The Youth Cultural Exchange Program was initiated by a Sister Cities agreement between Paso Robles and Tarnów, Poland. The program encourages the exploration of cultural, educational, and business opportunities between sister cities that share historical ties to famed composer and former Polish prime minister Ignacy Jan Paderewski. The curriculum also provides young musicians with coaching opportunities and free master classes with visiting artists.

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Provides for Youth Cultural Exchange Program

Holly and younger sister Noelle Hadsall performed last year at Paso Pops.

Jeff and Gloria Hadsall are parents to two daughters, Noelle and Holly, both of whom have participated in recent Paderewski Festival Youth Piano Competitions and last year’s Paso Pops.

This summer, the family is looking forward to their cultural exchange trip to Poland.

“Our daughters have been playing piano for many years,” Gloria

Hadsall said. “We are continually struck by the amount of dedication and stamina needed to pursue piano at an advanced level. We are so thankful for the Paderewski Junior Youth competition, which has helped keep our daughters motivated and focused on piano throughout the year.”

“I am thrilled to participate in the 2019 Paderewski Youth cultural exchange program,” said Noelle, who won first place in her first Paderewski competition at age 8 and returned as a finalist the following year.

“I’ve always dreamed of being able to travel to Poland,” Noelle said. “I can’t wait to perform in concerts, eat Polish food, and visit the birthplace of Chopin, my favorite composer!”

“I’m honored to be selected as an exchange student for the Paderewski Festival,” said Holly, a teen who has played piano for eight years and is a multiple-time final-

ist in competition. “I’m excited to continue my musical education in Poland this summer through master classes with distinguished faculty and performance opportunities at historical venues.”

“For five consecutive years, we’ve had the great pleasure of being able to watch our daughters perform along with other talented young musicians in the winner’s recitals at the Paso Robles Ballroom. We cannot express how honored we are to accompany Holly and Noelle to Poland this summer on this exciting musical adventure,” said proud mother Gloria.

“The Paderewski competition has been a great source of motivation for all these years,” Holly said.

“I enjoy the entire process — from selecting pieces, learning and polishing them, to performing them at public recitals. I have grown as a musician, thanks to the Paderewski experience.”

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CALIFORNIA MID-STATE FAIR “LET’S HAVE S’MORE FUN!” JULY 17-28

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Paso Robles’ biggest event of the year offers something for everyone

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his year’s theme of “Let’s Have S’more Fun!” at the California Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles Event Center promises a good time for all from July 17 to 28.

Mid-State Fair staff and faithful community volunteers are working hard to make the fair this summer’s go-to destination for families and friends.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST The fair wouldn’t be the same without the Annual Pancake Breakfast in City Park on Thursday, July 26 from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Get your grub on

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and enjoy pancakes sponsored by chef Chester Rougeot, the El Paso de Robles Grange #555, and other local organizations.

Enjoy entertainment by Pacific Animal Productions and rides through the park on Cowboy Ken’s train or Harris Stage Lines. The best part? All the pancakes are free!

KIDS’ DAY AND SENIOR DAY On Kids’ Day, Monday, July 22, children age 12 and under are admitted to the fair for free.

On Tuesday, July 23, visitors age 62 and older pay just $9.

CARNIVAL RIDES In 2017, Helms and Sons Amusements became the official carnival provider to Mid-State Fair by offering improved quality and lower ride prices. Last year, the fair brought in more than $1.2 million in revenue from ticket presales and door admissions.

For 2019, onsite purchases of single-ride tickets cost 50 cents apiece, $25 for a sheet of 50 tickets, and $50 for a sheet of 100 tickets. Unlimited Ride wristbands are also available for $40 (each day). For fast entry into the fair, WOWXpress wristbands ($15) are available only at the Carnival Ticket Booths and enable guests to bypass crowds via special entrances on every ride.

ZOO ANIMAL FUN Admission to the Petting Zoo is free and feed for the animals is just $1 a cup. Bring the children (or yourselves!) to see adorable, small animals at the fair, including llamas, pygmy goats, pot-bellied pigs, miniature donkeys, deer, wallabies, and domesticated goats and sheep.

Zoo to You will provide an interactive display in a swampland complete with alligators and a beaver exhibit where visitors can watch a beaver building its lodge. Open daily from 12-4 p.m., the shows

FREE CARNIVAL RIDES For the first time in Mid-State Fair history, the main carnival rides are free for all fair-goers with paid fair admission on opening day, Sunday July 17! Some conditions apply.

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include grey and red foxes, the North American porcupine, raptors, monkeys, and lemurs.

PONY RIDES Every day during the fair, pony rides will be available for children in the Rancho Frontier pony ring for just $7 per ride and an additional $10 for a photo souvenir.

KIDS ART SMART PROGRAM Open to children of all ages, the Kids Art Smart program

by Studios on the Park brings hands-on art fun to visitors through daily printmaking sessions in the Pop-Up

finalist contestant from Orcutt, sold out quickly, and headliner Cardi B’s concert sold out within hours.

The Bud Light Concert Series lineup in the Chumash Grandstand Arena includes:

July 17 • Miranda Lambert July 18 • Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo with Melissa Etheridge July 19 • Billy Idol July 20 • Cardi B July 21 • Blake Shelton July 22 • Why Don’t We July 23 • Lynyrd Skynyrd July 24 • Zac Brown Band July 25 • Old Dominion July 26 • Music & Wine with Smokey Robinson July 27 • Country Rodeo Finals July 28 • Monster Trucks with Bikes & Bulls

CMSF BARN DANCE Just outside the Headliner Stage, radio station 98.1 KJUG will host dancing for the public from 9 p.m. until closing.

Studios at the fair. Go to StudiosOnThePark.org for info.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Since 1969, the demand for live entertainment has grown at the California Mid-State Fair, and 2019 opened with a bang. Tickets for Blake Shelton and Pryor Baird, “The Voice”

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PUBLIC CONTESTS One of the most satisfying ways to enjoy the fair is through the many contests available to the public to showcase everything from artistic ability to fashion design to culinary talents. Mark your calendars for the pre-entry deadline on Tuesday, July 16, and fill out your application from midstatefair.com.

The contests are separated into age divisions for adults (18

and over) and youths (17 and younger).

Categories include:

July 19 • Direct to Draw (the “director” tells the “drawer” what to draw July 21 • Locally Grown Salsa July 23 • Pet Costume Contest July 25 • Apple Pie Contest July 18 • Summer Camp obstacle course fun July 20 • Cupcake Challenge decorating contest July 22 • “Face the Marshmallow” children’s game July 24 • Junior Fashion Show July 26 • Nail Drive July 28 • Watermelon Easting Contest.

MONSTER TRUCKS WITH BIKES & BULLS This year’s fair is guarantees thrilling, non-stop action in the Chumash Main Grandstand Arena on Sunday, July 28, when Monster Trucks with Bikes & Bulls begins at 7 p.m.

StraightUp Racing will unleash

three beasts inside the arena.

They include: the legendary Titan, with a ’72 Chevy body style driven by Donald Ependindio. Next is Spitfire, with a custom 3-D Dragon body that shoots fire driven

by Dwight Matthews. And third is Wild Flower, with a ’34 Ford truck body style driven by Rosalee Ramer.

Fans will have a chance to walk into the arena and get up close to the Major Payne Monster Tank and the Zombie Tracker Monster Ride Truck.

And everyone will be treated to motocross by Brett Butterfield, featuring Pee Wee & Pros and professional bull-riding by Flying U Rodeo Company.

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Mid-State MEMORIES A look back at the fairs of yesteryear

By Melissa Chavez

A GRASSROOTS EFFORT

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t was 1941 when the San Luis Obispo County Fair Association was formed. Paso Robles pioneers Rega D. Freeman and his wife Dovie Freeman, who founded the Estrella Grange and later funded the El Paso de Robles Grange. When the Freemans sought approval in Sacramento to begin the first fair, it was the Freemans who also supplied the seed money to kickstart it.

Paso Robles city officials got tactical approval from the State Department of Agriculture to stage what was originally named the San Luis Obispo County Fair in 1942. Because of the demands of World War II, the opening was delayed several years.

The fair debuted on September 13, 1946, under the direction of George Stephan. Fair board members included Herbert C. Sutton, Ed R. Biaggini, Dovie Freeman, Pauline Dodd, Rubie Alberti, John Ruskovitch, Otto M. Kuehl, and James M. Douglas. Larry Lewin served as office manager.

“The fair was in two large tents and located across the street in what is now the parking lot,” said CMSF marketing spokesman Tom Keffury.

“Admission for the three-day event was $3.60 for Western the Cavalcade of Hollywood, concerts, riders and ropers – free entertainment to the public that cost the fair $3,000.

“Twenty-thousand visitors entered the fair under the banner that

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From left, Rick Evans, Sally Gaines and Brad Humphrey on stage at the fair talent show, in 1973.

displaying the motto, “The Unwritten Law - Supply & Demand, and listened to Cal Poly University president, Julian McPhee, give a welcome speech,” Keffury said. “Each day had a theme - the first day was Youth Day, the second day was Farmers Day, and the third was County Day.” The Grange, 4-H Club and Future Farmers of America chapter membership throughout the county supplied plenty of young members who entered their livestock in the fair. In 1952, a champion 4-H steer sold by JoAnn Arnold from Pozo 4-H Club sold for just 95 cents a pound.

THE GROWTH OF ENTERTAINMENT

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y 1969, fair manager Maynard Potter brought live music entertainment act to the Fair.

The first major performer was Buck Owens, known for his trademark “Bakersfield Sound.”

The winner of the first pageant contest was Paulette Paylour, who was named the 1969 Maid of San Luis Obispo County. From 1981 to 1994, the pageant became known as

the Miss California Mid-State Fair.

For two of those years, the contest was a preliminary event for the Miss USA Pageant.

In 1981, the San Luis Obispo County Fair was renamed the SLO County Mid-State Fair and then the California Mid-State Fair in 1986. By the end of the decade, the population in Paso Robles more than doubled to 18,600 people and annual attendance began to increase dramatically.

Ironically, in 1989, Buck Owens’ popularity and that of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash had cooled in recent years, and that year, all three artists agreed to performing on the free stages. Meanwhile, Randy Travis, whose career was peaking, headlined the Grandstand Stage and two-time Grammy winner, K.T. Oslin, was the opening act.

In 2006, a record 361,662 admissions were counted. That same year, the fairgrounds was renamed the Paso Robles Event Center. Also popular at California Mid-State Fair are Grandstand Arena concerts by some of the top names in entertainment.

In 2017, more than 428,000 attended the fair and more than 91,000 tickets were sold for concerts featuring Garth Brooks, John Mayer, Keith Urban, Zac Brown Band and others.

From livestock exhibits. horse competitions, and concerts, to carnival rides and deep-fried Mac & Cheese, the California Mid-State Fair is committed to delight, inspire, thrill audiences at “America’s Favorite Fair.”

REMEMBERING ‘THE BIGGEST LITTLE FAIR ANYWHERE’

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e asked Roblans to share their fond recollections of attending California Mid-State Fair: “When I was 10 or so (1968) the Fair was three days long. There was only one gate that had one ticket booth and two turnstiles.

My dad would drop me off at 9am with money for admission. I made friends with people that had horses and helped them around their stables for carnival money and worked at a friend’s food booth for lunch. – Lori Osman Morgan “When I was growing up, my dad, Larry Wood, was a Paso Robles Fire Department volunteer. They used to let them drive through the back gate and park by the barns in case there was a fire. He would pick up my sisters and I at lunch time and we’d ride in with him. Then he’d go back to work and we’d enjoy the afternoon.” – Kathy Blackburn “There used to be The Dunk Tank next to Waterin’ Trough. Our 4-H Club worked it. So much fun.”

– Wendy Rovenstine “The 4-H clubs took turns running the concession near the barns.

I worked there many times as a member of Santa Lucia 4-H. My mom set up an account at The Last Chance Cafe every year, so that we kids could have at least one good meal a day. There used to be horse races; we’d walk our cattle around that track in the mornings for exercise. – Nancy Sullivan Hoagland “I used to love the marionettes every year in the 50s and 60s and remember taking my older kids to see them. They used to have a small circus, too.”

– Patricia Bermingham

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CALIFORNIA MID-STATE FAIR

COUNTRY RODEO

Sponsorships allow increased cash prizes for winners

By Mark Diaz

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he Wrangler Country Rodeo by Hearst will return for this year’s California Mid-State Fair with a significant increase in cash prizes for its contestants.

Sponsorships from Wranglers, Hearst and American Riviera Bank helped increase monetary prizes for the contestants. First-place winners in all competitions will be rewarded with $1,000 and a trophy belt buckle.

WCR also added Double Mugging to it’s lineup this year. The popular competition involves two steers instead of one which causes the four-man team to split into two groups to wrangle the animals. With the addition of Double Mugging, the rodeo now holds 14 separate competitions that include Penning, Barrel Racing, Ranch Rope and Branding, Mixed Ribbon Roping and Match Roping.

All competitors that placed in multiple contests automatically get entered into the All-Around Finals that goes to the contestant for the most points scored overall in the competition. The winner will receive an additional $1000 prize and a trophy belt buckle, not to mention bragging rights for the entire year.

Ann Hansen, Vice President and Commercial/Agribusiness

2018 rodeo finals at California Mid-State Fair.

Photo by Brittany Anzel App

Banking Officer for American Riviera Bank, said that the bank began supporting the fair in 2018.

Based in Santa Barbara, ARB branched out to open a full-service office in San Luis Obispo County last year, a feat that Hansen was instrumental in accomplishing. The bank also provides clerking support for the Junior Livestock Auction and the Heifer resale. Hansen said that she knows the fair operates with a lot of overhead costs but thinks it is wonderful that it has the ability to pay more funds to the rodeo’s participants.

will be Blind Man’s Bull Poker where brave souls play poker in the ring as a raging bull stomps around with the last one sitting at the poker tables winning the game. Kids will have an opportunity to sign up for the Mutton Busting competition where the miniature cowboys and cowgirls will test their nerve and skills riding wild and ferocious sheep.

Matt Merritt, the exclusive entertainer of the PBR Velocity Tour, will grace the stadium with his presence. Known for his dancing skills, Merritt loves to

Kids will have an opportunity to sign up for Mutton Busting In addition to all the roping, riding and rassling, rodeo fans will be treated to specialty acts throughout the competition. The Flying U Rodeo Company will entertain the crowd with its “Dancing with Bulls” competition. Also featured

create an atmosphere that’s fun f or the audience.

A country rodeo differs from the pro circuit Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) where cowboys purchase a card and compete on a national level.

The country rodeos are for locals who wish to participate but do not want to make a career out of the circuit lifestyle.

San Luis Obispo County has its share of local cowboy stars. At the writing of this article, Lane Karney of Creston ranked 17 in the 2019 PRCA Ram World Standings for All-Around and 38 for Team Roping (Headers). His younger brother, Taylor Santos, sat in the top 10 as ranked 9 in the Tie-Down Roping competition. At the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo earlier this summer, Santos won the two-head tiedown roping with a 19.0 seconds average. If he holds his position, Santos will be eligible to compete in the National Rodeo Finals in Las Vegas this December. San Luis Obispo’s Jason Johe was listed at position 37 for Team Roping (Heelers) competition.

“That would be a dream come true to make the NFR, not only for me but for my family,” Santos told PRCA’s Tracy Renck. “Ever since we were little my mom would take us to the junior rodeos and drive all night and get us home so we could be at school the next morning. I’ve put a lot into it to try and get to the NFR, but I can’t thank my mom enough.”

Tickets for the Rodeo Finals on Saturday, July 27 are on sale now. Admission is $20 for anyone 13 and older and $10 for children 12 and younger. Admission will go up to $25 the day of the event so advanced purchase is recommended. Purchase tickets online at midstatefair.com or by calling 1-800-909-FAIR. The 2019 California Mid-State Fair begins Wednesday, July 17 and runs through Sunday, July 28.

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FREE ACTIVITES at the MID-STATE FAIR

FARM FRESH KIDS

Walk through this free interactive, hands-on exhibit with fun and educational activities on agriculture, livestock and products from SLO County and California.

PETTING ZOO

Free admission! Get up close with adorable young and small animals like llamas, pygmy goats, pot-bellied pigs, miniature donkeys, deer, wallabies, goats and sheep.

KIDS ART SMART

Artists of all ages are invited to join the Studios on the Park team and experience the joy of art with free daily printmaking sessions.

ROBOTICS FOR KIDS

Your child can enjoy hands-on activities using scribbler robots programmed by elementary through high school age youth! Put on by the San Luis Obispo County 4-H STEM in the Hearst Equestrian Center.

NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS

QUIZ JAM

Kids can put their farming and ranching knowledge to the test to win gift bags, hats and other prizes including sweatshirts and Farm Supply gift cards. Stop by your local Farm Supply to pick up an entry form.

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VEGGIE ART

Albertsons and CMSF let your child turn fruits and veggies into playful objects at Ponderosa Pavilion. Imagine creating animals, vehicles or buildings out of food.

TRACTOR RACES

Coastal Tractor provided the MidState Fair with pedal tractors where your child can race against others.

FREE CONCERTS AT FRONTIER STAGE

The following concerts are free with paid Fair admission. Seats for these shows are available on a “firstcome, first-served” basis. Go to midstatefair.com for the full lineup.

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Your guide to the

MID-STATE FAIR with Kids!

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ou’ve arrived at the California Mid-State Fair with kiddos in tow.

You’ve probably memorized your hands-down favorite fair eats or where to nab the cheapest beer, but do you know the best spot to wash your toddler’s sticky hands? Or, where to grab some free drinking water? Well, you’re in luck, my friends, because I have all the 411 for navigating the Mid-State Fair with kids. Read on for our favorite stops, stroller rentals, childheight handwashing station and best place for sippy cup refills. Is it sad that these are the things that excite me these days?

Also exciting is fair officials tell me that for the first time ever, carnival rides are free for everyone (not just kids) on opening day, July 17 with fair admission. Height restrictions still apply, but fairgoers ride free in the main carnival - including the Big Splash water ride - and in Cub Country with no wristbands required. The promotion doesn’t include attractions in the Fun Zone, Rancho Frontier or carnival games.

STOP #1: STROLLER RENTALS Directly adjacent to the main gate, you’ll find Funrider Rentals. It’s a total lifesaver if you didn’t want to haul a stroller onboard the free shuttle. Daily rental costs are: double stroller, $20; wagon, $20; wheelchair: $20; electric wheelchair-type scooter, $50. We’ve rented the stroller before and it was great.

I’d love to try a wagon this year.

STOP #2: BUY FORGOTTEN ESSENTIALS From the stroller rentals, head south through Frontier

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Town toward the south gate.

To your left, the Albertsons/ Vons General Store is your stop to buy forgotten essentials like sunblock, hair ties, Tylenol and even a little sewing kit.

STOP #3: RANCHO FRONTIER AREA, SOUTH GATE Keep heading south to find the entire tot-friendly Rancho Frontier area on the fairgrounds’ southwest side. This is your new homebase with enough stuff to do with animals and rides without all the sensory overload of the rest of the fair. Not only is this area home to the Cub Country kiddie carnival (for children 32” to 38” tall) but it also has pony rides (extra $), the Great American Petting Zoo (extra $), shade] and boasts close proximity to three separate restrooms. The popular Pig Races are also relocating to Rancho Frontier this year.

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Why We Love It: Free Drinking Water Location: The Chill Zone, Frontier Town

Now called The Chill Zone, located where Rancho Frontier meets Frontier Town inside the former Good ‘ol Burgers restaurant, our favorite place ever is an industrial-sized system of ice and spouts for free drinking water. Boasting a new name this year, the area features multiple large blocks of ice, an eight-ton ice cube and something called an “ice campfire.” There will also be a 30-degree enclosed area called the Ice Bar. Fancy.

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Hand-washing Station for Kids Location: Under

PRO Mom Tips Sandals: Don’t wear them. I almost always forget this! You and your kid can’t ride some of the rides if you’re wearing open-toed shoes. I’d recommend everyone in the fam wear sneakers.

Bring empty sippy cups to fill up at the free drinking water station (more on that below).

Pack wet wipes. Even if your diaper changin’ days are over, wet wipes are key to fair sanity.

Those mercilessly small napkin squares from food vendors do nothing to save you from the melting ice cream down your kids’ arms.

Bring coins. Last year, you could buy petting zoo food for way cheaper once you were inside the pen from one of those candy dispenser things.

the big white Farm Fresh tent Are you even a parent if you haven’t struggled to hoist your child up to those plastic foot pump hand-washing stations while simultaneously fighting them from squirting soap everywhere? Head on over to the Farm Fresh Exhibit’s hand-washing station, your new BFF. Think multiple spouts, soap AND paper towels all at kid height. No foot pump required! Make sure to use it after you eat (or before you eat postpetting zoo experience).

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Speaking of the Farm Fresh tent...

Location: Rancho Frontier near South Gate The Farm Fresh Exhibit is a kid oasis of much needed tented shade, hands-on activities

and animals. Fair officials tell me that it’s returning this year featuring a baby calf-feeding demo and a butter-making exercise. Other years, the tent had a photo-op with a baby chick and a dried corn-filled sensory play area featuring toy trucks and scoops.

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Easy Logistics

The area is home to some handy logistical things — ATMS, a quieter pocket of food vendors, a handwashing station at child height, actual seating and THREE choices of bathrooms: my fave in the former Good ‘ol Burger restaurant, another directly across Frontier Lane in the Ponderosa Pavilion and a third option on the east end of the Frontier Stage.

Elsewhere for kids, the new Camp Rattlesnake in Edna Valley Barn promises to be super cool. Open daily from noon – 9 p.m., kids can see, touch and learn about captive-raised reptiles, amphibians and arthropods in the “Indiana Jones Laboratory.” Science artifacts, nature field stations, hatching snake eggs, nature videos and even an alligator are included in this new exhibit. There’s also a live snake pit! Eek!

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BALLOT DROPBOXES

BOS Approves voter convenience strategy to save on postage

By Mark Diaz

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he San Luis Obispo Count y Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the use of voter drop boxes. The board heard a presentation by SLO County Clerk Recorder, Tommy Gong that recommended the devices in light of the activation of the California Voter’s Choice Act (SB 450) in 2020. The law, passed in 2016, expands in-person early voting opportunities and requires the mailing of ballots to every voter as well as allows citizens to cast their ballot at any vote center in the county. Furthermore, Law AB 216 requires that counties provide prepaid postage for vote by mail ballots.

Earlier in the year, Gong approached the council with the possibility of circumventing

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postage costs by utilizing drop boxes. He stated that the potential postage cost could be as much as $55,000 if the County uses the Business Reply indicia offered by the post office.

In his presentation, Gong stated that Santa Cruz showed ‘highly successful’ results with its use of drop boxes. He said that voters feel that they are submitting their ballot directly

to the election office instead of going through the mail service.

Gong suggested the County have a minimum of 15 drop boxes be placed in areas where there is a higher concentration of voters using mail-in ballots. He recommended the construction of 18 drop boxes as a buffer should any unforeseeable mishaps should occur. Being part of the voting system, the cost of building the boxes is reimbursable through state grant funding.

“It comes to about $10,000 per election in order to support this program,” Gong said. He went on to explain that if 17,000 people voted using the drop boxes, the program pays for itself through saved postage. His conservative estimate used the current $0.55 rate for postage and did not take into account the guaranteed

increase in postal rates.

The drop boxes will mimic the design of those used in Sacramento with one additional detail — Gong requested that they contain an “I Voted” sticker dispenser. He told the board that he believed that people would be more prone to vote early by using the boxes if they could still sport the coveted decal.

The only question brought forth before the program's approval came from Councilmember John Peschong, who wondered about the security of the devices. Gong said that the boxes would be locked and possibly tethered to a secure object to keep them from “walking away.”

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PASO ROBLES CITY COUNCIL REPORT The Food Bank, the SandBox and Homeless in the Riverbed

By Mark Diaz

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he Paso Robles City Council declared June 7, 2019, as Hunger Awareness Day. The proclamation honored the Food Bank of San Luis Obispo County’s work and commemorated its 30 years of operation. Doug Major, SLO Food Bank board member, received the proclamation on behalf of the organization. Major thanked the council for its support, saying that the food bank first began in Paso Robles and may not have become the far reaching food assistance program it is today without the City’s support. *** During the general comment section, the council heard complaints from Ron Cuff concerning the homeless in the Salinas riv-

erbed. Cuff reported that he has rescued 12 shopping carts from the riverbed, cleaned approximately 1,000 pounds of litter a​ nd found piles of human waste in the area. He requested that the City strictly enforce all ordinances involving littering, shopping cart theft, camping and defecating on public property.

In response, Paso Robles Police Chief Ty Lewis reported that in past​years ​​the City has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars clearing and cleaning the riverbed.

“We’ve spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on attorney fees, prosecuting folks with very limited results,” Lewis said. He

admitted that during the past year “enforcement efforts haven’t been as robust as they have been in the past” citing “severe staffing challenges” as the main cause.

Lewis also referred to a 2018 court decision that declared it unconstitutionally cruel and unusual punishment for a city to create anti-camping laws without providing sufficient shelter alternatives. Boise, Idaho appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court which may hear the case later this year. *** The City will embark on a collaborative partnership with The Sandbox to create a Business Success Center and co-working

space to provide synergistic support and office space (other than coffee shops) to help entrepreneurs and small business owners to succeed. Cuesta College and the SLO County Office of Education ​have already ​committed​ to awarding selected graduates with a year membership in the business success center.

According to the council agenda, the Santa Barbara-based private company “provides expertise and proven success that the City could not provide on its own.”

The council directed the City Manager to execute the lease for 1345 Park Street, Paso Robles, pending execution of the sublease to The Sandbox, and the associated financial agreements.

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featuring BLACK CAT BISTRO TOO

Nic Mattson, Hayley Mattson, Mauricio Lopez, Kimberly Bradley, Michael Bradley, Sandra Lopez, Meagan Friberg. :: SPECIAL GUESTS::

Michael Bradley CEO of the California Mid-State Fair

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By Meagan Friberg

beautiful, cool summer evening called for a visit to one of the newest restaurants in downtown Paso Robles — Black Cat Bistro Too. Nic, Hayley and I were joined by Michael Bradley, CEO of the California Mid-State Fair and Paso Robles Event Center, and his talented wife, Kimberly.

If the Black Cat name sounds familiar, it’s due to the stellar reputation of the original Black Cat Bistro in Cambria. Mauricio Lopez, his wife Sarah Verlangieri, sister Sandra Lopez, and brother-in-law, Joel Magana purchased the Cambria location five years ago and then opened the Paso Robles restaurant in April of 2018.

Mauricio, Chef Joel, and their talented staff, including our attentive server, Muriel, wowed us with food offerings as we chatted about the upcoming Mid-State Fair and enjoyed the ambiance of the intimate dining room. Each course was paired with local wines personally selected by Mauricio.

APPETIZERS & STARTERS What a way to kick off a meal!

Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Octopus, Lightly Seared Romaine, Indian Red Lentil Soup, and New England Clam Chowder; paired with Stella Rosa Prosecco (a lovely refreshing sparkling wine) and Robert Hall Viognier (a classic and local favorite).

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Kimberly Bradley SLO Agricultural Committee Mauricio Lopez Black Cat Owner and Chef

MICHAEL’S FAVORITE: New England Clam Chowder — This award-winning chowder adds flavor to the clams with bacon, onion, celery, garlic, tabasco, and more.

“Wow – this is my definitely my favorite! This chowder is worth the entire price of admission! It’s very fresh and creamy, with just a hint of spiciness.”

MEAGAN’S FAVORITE: Paso Robles Pork Belly — gigandes beans, date apple mustard glaze, thyme; Paso Robles through and through!

“The combination of flavors and tenderness of the pork make this a must-try.

A simple dish that takes some prep time — the pork belly is braised for about six hours, then cut and pan seared to allow crispiness on the outside and tenderness inside. The dates with the Dijon mustard gives it a bit of a kick combined with sweetness.”

MAIN COURSES Next, we were served the Baked Polenta, Sea Scallops, Rare Seared Albacore Tuna, Rack of Lamb, and 12-ounce Rib Eye; paired with Niner Estates Pinot Noir (outstanding!).

Hayley’s Favorite: Sea Scallops — with corn pudding, tomatillo cream, mushrooms, cilantro, brown butter.

The sea scallops were pan seared to perfection and served on a bed of corn pudding, lending a slightly sweet flavor. The tomatillo cream and cilantro breaks the sweetness, and the soft buttery mushrooms blends everything together. I would order this again!

NIC & MEAGAN’S FAVORITE: Rare Seared Albacore Tuna — a

house favorite, this is prepared with jasmine rice, Vietnamese cucumber slaw, shiitakes, ginger wasabi cream, shallots, peanuts, cilantro.

NIC: “This sushi-grade albacore was perfectly cooked and perfectly chosen. It was a well-prepared, healthy serving dressed on a bed of tasty jasmine rice.”

MEAGAN: “After one bite, I truly wanted this dish all to myself! The tuna is tender and delicious, the jasmine rice is light with a bit of ginger and cilantro, the sauce has a kick with ginger and wasabi, and the cucumber slaw is refreshing.”

MICHAEL’S FAVORITE: Rack of Lamb — served with chevre carrot puree, heirloom cauliflower succotash, and a pomegranate reduction that blends well with the lamb.

“This was perfectly prepared at medium rare and paired well with the Pinot Noir. Each chop was presented beautifully and had a highly flavorful style, and the cauliflower- broccoli-corn succotash brings everything together.”

KIM’S FAVORITE: 12-ounce Ribeye — choice cut served with quinoa, corn, cilantro, green onion, black bean sambal butter; fat is an integral part of the flavor of this cut.

“Mauricio claimed this as his favorite dish and I agree! I am a beef lover and this ribeye was cooked to perfection.

Each bite literally melted in my mouth; it’s very flavorful with just the right amount of fat.”

la ice cream topped with chocolate Grenache. This is more spectacular chocolate than one could ever need. This is rich, with a little mix of milk and dark chocolate, and it’s dense without being heavy. Save room for this!

Black Cat sources mainly from local vendors, including meat from J&R Meats and Maple Leaf Farms, produce from Cambria, Los Osos, and Morro Bay, and breads are baked in-house. The menu changes seasonally to reflect local produce, seafood, and meat offerings. Being a small, intimate restaurant, reservations are recommended for the ultimate dining experience.

“We try to make everything unique and offer something for everyone — seafood options, chicken, steak, vegetarian, and vegan upon request,” Mauricio said. “We have a lot of people dining here for special occasions but we want everyone to feel comfortable and casual when they visit us.”

Stop by and say hi to Mauricio, Joel, and the team at Black Cat Bistro Too, located at 1218 Pine St. in Paso Robles, and tell them you saw their story in Paso Robles Magazine!

For more info, hours and menu, see blackcatbistro.com, call 805-296-3353, and follow them on Facebook.

DESSERT We somehow managed to save room for dessert — barely — and our perfect ending included Flourless Lava Cake, Sticky Toffee, fresh-brewed coffee from Cambria Coffee Roasting Company, and Hearst Ranch Winery Late Harvest Zinfandel.

EVERYONE’S FAVORITE: Flourless Lava Cake — served with a scoop of homemade vanil-

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THE SIDE DISH WITH MICHAEL BRADLEY,

CEO OF THE CALIFORNIA MID-STATE FAIR

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By Meagan Friberg

s we enjoyed dinner together at Black Cat Bistro Too in downtown Paso Robles, I caught up with Michael Bradley, CEO of the California Mid-State Fair and Paso Robles Event Center, and his wife, Kimberly, a talented journalist and director of the SLO Agricultural Education Committee.

In addition to the annual CMSF — “America’s Favorite Fair” — happening this year July 17-28 with a theme of “Let’s Have S’More Fun,” Michael oversees the interim events, facility rentals, and infrastructure of the Paso Robles Event Center.

Married for 34 years, Michael and Kimberly met while attending Cal Poly SLO and are the proud parents of three sons — Gabriel, Luke and Levi. Michael was appointed as the CMSF CEO back in May of 2016.

“We are both Poly people,” Kimberly said. “So when he took the position with the Mid-State Fair it was like coming home.”

Michael agreed, saying, “I did some work with the fair during college, helped produce a national livestock event here back in the ‘80s, and still serve on advisory committees at Cal Poly. Although we weren’t born here, coming back

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to the area was sort of a homecoming for us.”

So, what’s new at CMSF for 2019? Michael is most excited about: S’mores activities in the Mission MarketPlace demonstration kitchen, and the educational Camp Rattlesnake with its Indiana Jones element and laboratory environment in the Edna Valley Barn. Also, Hands-On Farming in Rancho Frontier, and a Chill Zone complete with ice saloon and plenty of food and bands nightly in Frontier Town.

“And a giant ice cube in that area with chances to guess when it will melt,” Michael said, “with local meteorologist Dave Hovde helping us keep track.”

He points to the concerts as setting our local fair apart from all others.

“We have an amazing livestock and equestrian program and a great cultural program, yet people on the outside looking in often remember the incredible entertainment line-up we have had since 1969.”

And just what makes the CMSF “America’s Favorite Fair?”

“It’s about people enjoying this experience,” he said. “Time and again, we hear, ‘this is my favorite fair!’ whether they are visiting from Texas, Colorado, Bakersfield, or right here on the Central Coast.”

For more on the 2019 California Mid-State Fair see midstatefair.com, stop by 2198 Riverside Ave. in Paso Robles, or call 805-239-0655.

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Paradise SHAVED ICE: Shaving Out a Niche Market

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nyone who has attended a public outdoor event in the North County can attest to the fact that Paradise Shaved Ice seems to be everywhere.

The colorful and ubiquitous trailers dole out frozen treats to young and old alike and bring smiles and refreshing coolness to a hot day.

Do not be fooled — though the business model seems easy enough (How hard can it be to sell flavored ice?), if not for the entrepreneurial spirit, indomitable personality and energetic force of business owner Angela Vrettos-Rayher the small company might have fallen by the wayside (Did I mention that she is also a single mom to two teenagers or that she has purple hair?).

The idea of starting a shaved ice business percolated in Vrettos-Rayher’s mind for years but it was through the urging of her

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By Mark Diaz

Angela Vrettos-Rayher and daughter Leah.

daughter, Leah, that the concept came to fruition. Born and raised in Louisiana, Vrettos-Rayher said that sno-ball stands (that’s with shaved ice, opposed to a snow cone with crushed ice) were on every street corner. She brought the idea to the Central Coast and started with her own stand across the street from the Atascadero Sunken Gardens in front of the former ice rink. However, it wasn’t until she

decided to take the show on the road did the business really take off.

“I can go where the masses are instead of sitting there for 10-12 hours a day waiting for those people to come to me,” Vrettos-Rayher said.

Through its five years of business, Paradise evolved to include light food services such as tri-tip, pulled pork sandwiches and soft pretzels. The business caters to birthday parties, weddings and company parties where it offers alcohol-infused frozen cocktails along the lines of Margaritas, Pina Coladas and Daiquiris.

The trailers can also be spotted at Atascadero, Templeton and Paso Robles High School sport-

ing events and serves food, hot chocolate and coffee. The business donates 20 percent of proceeds garnered from these events back to the schools.

Vrettos-Rayher makes her product inclusive for people with sensitivities to dye, hi-fructose corn syrup or sugar. Her syrups are homemade without chemicals and are naturally sweetened with NonGMO sugar or Truvia.

“I love what we do,” she said.

“I think we provide a great service and people are always happy to see us.”

For more information or to book an event, visit facebook. com/paradiseshavedice.ca or call 805-610-8208.

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LOCAL GOODS REPORT from General

Store Paso Robles

ODE TO MUSIC, NATURE and PORK SLIDERS (How We’ll Spend Our Summer Vacation)

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ith the Mid-State Fair, Concerts in the Park and Vina Robles bringing in some fantastic music (hello Avett Brothers and Jason Mraz, we’ll be there!), we know one thing we’ll be doing lots of this summer: enjoying live music under the stars. But what to do with the rest of our time?! Think of it as the grown-up answer to the grade school essay prompt: “What did you do over summer vacation?” Except in this version it’s completely acceptable to say you sipped Firestone Rosalie beer while waiting for your Fable Soap Co charcoal face mask to dry. Other ways we plan to rock the summer in Paso: INSPIRING READ — We ordered the whole team Abby Wambach’s “Wolfpack,” an exploration of leadership and bravery written by the World Cup soccer champion and Olympian, who also happens to be the all-time leading scorer in international soccer history. We’ve got copies if you need a quick book you can knock out in an afternoon.

SHRED — Okay, this should be a surfing reference but we are talking pork. Super easy dinner on a blazing hot night?

Smother a pork shoulder in our Santa Maria Red spice, drop it into the crock pot and (this is essential) plug it in outside or in the garage to keep the kitchen cool. Then, reach for our Bear Paws, specially designed to lift and shred meat efficiently. Whip up some slaw and serve on slider buns = dinner’s done.

HIKE IT UP — When it’s over 100 in town, we feel lucky to be less than an hour from the coast. We’ve got big hiking fans at GS, and Montana de Oro is a fave summer spot. Slather on the new All Good Tinted Sunscreen… it’s got everything we love in their Sport Sunscreen, including SPF 30, lightweight/ non-greasy formula, reef-friendly, water-resistant and fragrance free and the tint takes away the chalky white you get from most zinc sun protection.

DECK THE HALLS — Wait, what? But it’s true. We are already working with artisans and makers on special treats for the holidays. We’re especially looking forward to custom woodblock art designed by Heartell Press, one of the many letterpress stationery companies we carry.

We hope the summer finds you surrounded by simple joys and people you love.

- The Team at General Store Paso Robles

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PASO ROBLES INSURANCE AGENCY

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CELEBRATES 80TH ANNIVERSARY

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he original foundation and principles that created Paso Robles Insurance Agency reflect INSURICA’S current corporate philosophy of conducting business with integrity, pride, a positive attitude and caring for the community.

The long history of serving the insurance needs of Paso Robles and the surrounding area began in 1939 when Giff Sobey created Giff Sobey Insurance where Pacific Premier Bank stands today.

In 1950, Sobey partnered with P.D. Fowler and established Paso Robles Insurance Agency. In 1964 Ben Holsted joined the agency and he became a partner in 1966.

In 1973, the agency moved to its current location at the corner of

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12th and Vine Streets into what was originally built in 1890 as a carriage house for the Paso Robles Hotel. The building was moved to this location in 1940 after a fire destroyed the hotel.

With plans for expansion, Giff and Ben collaborated with Mike Ronan in 1980 and together operated three agencies on the Central Coast. In 2003, while planning for retirement, Ben and Mike sold the agency to Walter Mortensen Insurance of Bakersfield. Mike retired while Ben continued to manage the agency that he’d built over the years until his retirement after 50 years of service.

The current staff has 113 years of combined insurance experience including Karen Rossier at 47;

Terry Perkins at 26; Heather Bordan at 17; Carolyn Ruth at 17 and Dave Lundy at 6 years. In 2011, Walter Mortensen Insurance was purchased by Oklahoma-based INSURICA Insurance Management Network. INSURICA is among the 50 largest insurance brokers and the 23rd largest privately held independent insurance agency in the United States.

INSURICA employs more than 570 colleagues in 30 offices in 6 states. The company is focused on giving the best assets and inspiration to experienced partners, combined with the resources of Assurex Global. Being part of

INSURICA gives Paso Robles Insurance Agency the comprehensive personal commercial products and services needed by individuals and large businesses that are typically available through metropolitan brokers.

In their 80th year, the local staff of Paso Robles Insurance and the parent company INSURICA thanks the residents and business community that have contributed to their success. Through the years, many clients are now considered friends; many of whom span generations. That in itself is a testimonial to the legacy of 80 years, the pledge of service and proud accomplishments carried out by everyone at Paso Robles Insurance Agency.

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Local business raises money for WOODS HUMANE SOCIETY Wighton’s ‘Stuff-a-Pup” Fundraiser Helps Animals in Need

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ith a philanthropic donation of $1,112 to the Woods Humane Society, Wighton’s Inc. is helping this nonprofit organization’s mission toward serving, protecting and sheltering homeless companion animals across San Luis Obispo County.

In early Spring of 2019, Wighton’s Inc. hosted its “Stuff-a-Pup” Fundraiser at the Inspired Home and Gourmet Expo of Paso Robles, and welcomed all attendees to stop by the booth to stuff their own pup. With a $10 donation, all proceeds went toward benefitting the Woods Humane Society, resulting in a grand total of $680 by the end of this two-day event.

Wighton’s hosted a second “Stuff-a-Pup” Fundraiser at the Inspired Home and Garden Expo of San Luis Obispo in May – rais-

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ing an additional $432 for Woods Humane Society.

“We take pride in knowing these fundraising efforts will go toward finding loving homes for countless pets,” said Ric Schorer,

General Manager of Wighton’s Heating and Air Conditioning.

“The Woods Humane Society is dedicated toward going the extra mile for animals in need, and we’re dedicated to supporting them in accomplishing that!”

The combined fundraising total of $1,112 will go toward funding the Woods Humane Society’s many services, including its spay and neuter services, educational programs for kids, dog training classes, microchipping, and the Caring Companions program.

Woods now cares for more than 3,000 cats and dogs each year at its facilities in San Luis Obispo

and Atascadero until they can be united with loving forever families. Whether it be animals from other shelters where they are less likely to be adopted or individuals who are no longer able to care for their pets, Woods is committed to servicing all healthy and treatable pets and finding them a loving home.

Wighton’s Inc. will continue to host the “Stuff-a-Pup” fundraiser at every Inspired Expo in Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo moving forward, and look forward to growing its donation amounts each year through this fun community event.

Wighton’s Inc. is a Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration company established in 1953. For more information about Wighton’s, visit wightons.com.

To learn more about the Woods Humane Society ’s services in San Luis Obispo County or to get involved, visit woodshumanesociety.org.

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Templeton Beauty Salon celebrates 22 years in business It’s not just a shop, it’s not just a sign, it’s my passion and this is just the beginning.”

‘Pint-Sized Barber Shop’ joins salon family

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hile the citizens of Templeton and other neighboring cities line the streets to celebrate Independence Day, Luann Arneson will also be celebrating but for other marks 22 years since Arneson single-handedly opened the doors of Templeton Beauty Salon in the historical little town.

Arneson, at the time a new mother to a beautiful 8-monthold daughter, wanted to instill her salon with a unique, almost spiritual idea of beauty and self care. in the North County and only uses and sells Aveda products, a brand dedicated to environmentally friendly principles. All Aveda ingredients are organic and products are manufactured with sustainability as a top concern.

“Aveda has the mission to care

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Shannon Rees and Luann Arneson

for the world and give back to not only society but the environment.

I think that’s one of the things I have the best products available for not only hair but my body and mind as well” Arneson said. has been able to maintain the rustic roots and history of Templeton by continuing the legacy of the Templeton Salon that was in existence for 60 years prior to Arneson opening her doors. By embracing a new modern style,

she was able to make the salon a place that people of all ages can appreciate while still honing in on that small town feel. Arneson has had many amazing and talented women work beside her over the years, some who have been with her since the early days of the salon and some who recently joined the family.

As of June 1, Templeton Beauty Salon is also the home of the new Pint-Sized Barbershop with barber Shannon Rees.

“I’ve wanted to have a barber for 10 years! I’m so glad Shannon came along!” Arneson said.

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ters around a vintage 1940’s barber all the way to San Diego to get just days before opening.

“I’ve always loved Templeton,” Rees said. “I’ve always had a dream to open a barbershop on Main Street, and Luann helped me accomplish that. Now that I’m here it feels like home. It’s not just a shop, it’s not just a sign, it’s my passion and this is just the beginning.”

At Pint-Sized Barbershop, Shannon o ers haircuts, beard trims, straight-razor shaves, waxing, facials and more! If you are ever in Templeton, stop by and check out this new addition to Main Street and also congratulate Luann Arneson on 22 years!

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MISSION MARKET PLACE to showcase local products at MID-STATE FAIR

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n the Amazon age of retail, “America’s Favorite Fair” is eager to showcase talented small businesses. Mid-State Fair invites everyone to visit Mission Market Place, a welcoming collection of storefront spaces where visitors can purchase the Central Coast’s best and locally made products.

“Mission Market Place is a collaborative space that will allow twenty local artisans, growers or producers to showcase their locally grown or hand-crafted items to over 420,000 fairgoers,” said Tom Keffury, Mid-State Fair marketing spokesman. “The space will give everyone the feel of a local general store hidden in the heart of wine country.”

Mid-State Fair hand-selected twenty local vendors to each showcase their products. The vendors will be furnished with

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product placement in Mission Market Place, located in Estrella Hall, the Fair’s largest indoor commercial building.

Among the food items for purchase will be products such as artisan cheeses, jerky, preserved foods, spices and honey. Daily, from July 17-28, the Idler’s Demonstration Kitchen will host food demonstrations by local chefs and offer samples of award-winning olive oils.

“We’re very excited to grow Mission Market Place in 2019,” said spokesman Teresa Dellaganna. “We have fan favorites, including Just Baked, with their freshly-baked cookies, Olea Olive Oil’s popular olive oil products, and Wine Country Craftsman’s inventive woodworking projects made from grapevines and wine barrels.”

New vendors are also expected for 2019.

“Leo Leo Gelato and Veggie Pod can help you cool off during our hot fair afternoons with gelato and cold healthy drinks,” Teresa said. “We’ll also have beautiful jewelry and watch bands from Seaside Treasures and Spark*l Bands.

For home décor, visit Sugar+Dirt Designs, Burlapbella, and Barbie Style & Design, and RustedShamrock Photography. They will all be here with pillows, signage, photography and styled pieces.”

A new perk this year is that the fair will staff vendor booths for a

20 percent commission on products and services sold. This frees up vendors from twelve, 12-hour days of work during the fair. All the vendors must do is supply the product and pricing.

“The Mission Market Place is your go-to for one of a kind art and wood working pieces, buyer’s gifts, and locally-produced goodies,” Teresa said. “Be sure to visit the Mission Market Place during the fair and see the bounty of our local growers, producers and artisans.”

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Our Community, Our Schools James J. Brescia Ed.D.

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County Superintendent of Schools

“This world of ours ... must avoid becoming a community of dreadful fear and hate, and be instead a proud confederation of mutual trust and respect.”

Dwight D. Eisenhower

imilar to today, throughout the history of our great nation, our communities, schools, and government have faced multiple linguistic, cultural, religious, ethnic and racial issues. Today, both large urban areas such as Los Angeles and smaller rural areas such as San Luis Obispo County experience changing racial and ethnic demographics. We sometimes hear people reminisce about the “good old days” and forget our history. Today’s school and community leaders, just like yesterday’s, must continue to meet the needs, perspectives, and challenges that individuals from all backgrounds possess.

So how do we serve a modern society, build up our entire community, and learn from the past? One such path has been our annual, multi-agency, community summits. In response to school and community violence across the United States, my Superintendents’ Council has convened two “Building Community Summits,” and discussions are currently underway for the fall 2019 summit supported by a grant

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from the Department of Homeland Security.

This year’s summit will continue to facilitate multi-agency communication and collaboration, present positive strategies for community engagement and leverage county resources.

Summit participants will once again include students, parents, nonprofit agencies, religious leaders, city and county government officials, school leaders, elected officials, and law enforcement. More than 220 participants joined the previous summits held in North County at the Vina Robles Signature Room and Cuesta College’s San Luis Obispo Campus.

Workgroups of 8-10 participants were formed consisting of multi-agency representation. The participants left both Building Community Summits with short-term and long-term actions that each agency could participate in to build up our community and proactively address community and school tragedies. Rachel’s Challenge founder Darrel Scott opened the Cuesta College Summit. Mr. Scott’s daughter Rachel was one of the first students killed in the Columbine High School shooting in 1999.

Mr. Scott stressed the importance of joining forces for good as a way to honor the young lives lost.

I opened both summits by reflecting on my student teaching experiences in San Diego just after the 1984 San Ysidro massacre.

Sheriff Ian Parkinson stated in his comments that, “We can address our issues proactively, one relationship at a time.”

Officials highlighted the high levels of collaboration between law enforcement agencies and our schools, the digital mapping of every school campus in our county, and the implementation of county-wide mobile safety apps. Because of the Sheriff ’s efforts, along

with the Office of Emergency Services, San Luis Obispo County is one of the first in the state to digitally map every campus collaboratively preparing for county disasters. Student speakers from Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, and Nipomo stressed the importance of working together to address issues and challenges openly.

Participants of the summits focused on examples of community/agency disconnect that have preceded conflict, concern, or crisis. Each workgroup presented at least one proactive suggestion that might mitigate personal or agency disconnect to prevent disputes, concerns, or emergencies. The San Luis Obispo County Office of Education is now planning with the Children’s Services Network, the Sheriff ’s Office, the Chief of Probation, and the Family Care Network to host a fall Building Community Summit and encourage the participation of interested parties. I believe that together, we can invest in our future by facilitating multi-agency communications, working collectively, and acknowledging that we are all part of a shared community. It is an honor to serve as your County Superintendent of Schools.

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Youth Head to Fair for Livestock Competitions

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oung members of the 4-H Clubs and Future Farmers of America share a long tradition at the California Mid-State Fair. Students juggle the demands of raising livestock, keeping up with school and holding down jobs while learning agricultural skills from the pioneers who preceded them.

Among the most anticipated events at California Mid-State Fair are the many auctions. Last year, the fair yielded more than $2.1 million in revenues from its highly competitive Junior Livestock Auction. The annual program benefits youth agriculture programs throughout San Luis Obispo County.

This year, the Junior Livestock Auction will take place on Saturday, July 27, beginning at 8am, followed by the Sale of Champions at 12:30pm. It all takes place in the Livestock Pavilion. Constructed by the Heritage Foundation, the structure facilitates multiple uses within the state-of-the-art, 65,000-square-foot space. Livestock judges from California, Texas, and Illinois will be on hand to judge the competitions.

All livestock clubs and chapters will automatically be entered for the Herdsman Award in which exhibitors will be evaluated on pen or stall clean-

DATES TO REMEMBER JULY 17: Cattlemen and Farmers Day JULY 18: Industrial Arts Auction JULY 26: Replacement Heifer Auction JULY 27: Junior Livestock Auction For a complete schedule of Livestock activities, visit https://www.midstatefair.com/fair/livestock-info.php#schedule.

liness, club or chapter display effectiveness and design, and overall club or chapter sportsmanship.

CMSF management will assign judges and oversee the competition, including scoring and results. On July 28, award winners will be announced during the awards ceremony.

This year, Mid-State Fair canceled the Poultry Show due to an outbreak of Newcastle Disease, but the event will return in 2020. Biosecurity Protocols have also been established to ensure the healthiest environment possible for all livestock, exhibitors and guests of the fair.

Future Careers. Locally Grown.

"It's been really great learning new things, and having a teacher who is willing to bring us opportunities like this."

Grace - Student, Templeton High School

Enrollment for the 2019-2020 www.SLOPartners.org school year is now open.

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CARING FOR PETS

and their people

The DOG DAYS of Summer

By Ann Stacker, DVM at Paso Petcare

By Simone Smith

A

s we all know, our Paso summers can be brutally HOT! Every year we treat pets for heat-related problems including everything from burns on foot pads to serious heat stroke. Keep in mind that your dog or cat not only has a normal body temperature much higher than ours but a furry coat as well!

There are many ways to help your pet through the heat of summer; here are a few simple but critical precautions: Make sure there is access to shade or an air conditioned shelter at all times.

Always provide a large bowl or bucket of cool, fresh water — including when you travel. Do not allow your dog to drink pool water, saltwater at the beach, or from puddles, ponds and lakes, which can contain toxic algae or parasites.

Limit exercise when it is hot and walk your dog early in the morning or after dark when the tempera-

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ture is cooler and you can avoid hot pavement.

Use veterinary approved, pet-safe sunscreen to help prevent sunburn on hairless cats or dogs, breeds with short or thin hair, and those with light-colored skin and fur. Like us, they can get skin cancer if they get too much direct sun exposure — especially on ear tips, noses and bellies.

Consider a summer “crew cut” for long-haired dogs and cats, but not too bare or short. This also helps avoid problems with foxtails and burrs, as you can see and remove them more easily.

Never, ever, EVER leave your furry friend in the car; even with the

windows cracked the temperature inside can reach 90 degrees in the shade and 160 degrees in the sun! It only takes a few minutes for a pet to develop heat stroke!

Don’t drive with your dog in the bed of a truck as the hot metal can severely burn paws.

These safety suggestions are effective ways to protect our furry friends and keep them comfortable but be aware that (except for their paws) cats and dogs do not sweat to cool off like people do — they pant to dissipate heat. This works well for most pets, but some brachycephalic or “smushed-face” breeds like pugs, boxers and bulldogs that pant all the time can more easily become overheated. If they are already panting in a fairly cool situation, it can be almost impossible for them to cool off when it is hot — and excessive panting can make pets even hotter.

If your cat is panting, they are either seriously stressed or overheated and need immediate attention. All pet owners should know that heat stroke is an emergency and can be deadly

even with veterinary care. It is also important to note that if you suspect heat stroke, lowering the body temperature too quickly can make things worse.

Other “cool” summertime tips include: Provide a “kiddy” pool for your pooch, but if you have a large pool or take your dog to the lake, make sure they can swim — many muscular breeds have trouble.

Create a breeze with a fan and/or use a mister on the patio or in your pet’s run area.

Freeze a favorite toy or treats in chicken broth, tuna juice or water to make a “popsicle” for your cat or dog — it keeps them cool, hydrated and occupied!

Keeping your pet safe during hot weather is easy enough if you put yourself in their place — if you are uncomfortable they probably are as well. Let common sense prevail and have a great summer!

Dr. Stacker co-owns Paso Petcare Veterinary Hospital located next to the Post Office in Paso Robles. Call 805-238-1091.

Visit pasopetcare.com.

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DIRECTORY of LOCAL HOUSES of WORSHIP The following listing of area houses of worship is provided by the partnership between Adelaide Inn and PASO Magazine. We hope to include all houses of worship in the Paso Robles, Templeton, San Miguel, Shandon, and Bradley areas. Your congregation is welcomed to send us updates and information to make our list complete and accurate. If you have information, please send an email to publisher@pasomagazine. com or call 805-239-1533. Please include your name, address, phone, service times, and name of spiritual leader of your congregation. Thank you, and stay blessed.

ATASCADERO

Awakening Ways Spiritual Community 9315 Pismo Ave. 10 am at the Pavilion Rev’s Frank & Terry ZumMallen Congregation Ohr Tzafon 2605 Traffic Way Service: Fridays, 7:30 pm Rabbi Janice Mehring (805) 466-0329

CRESTON

Creston Community Church 5170 O’Donovan Road Service: 9:00 am Pastor JD Megason

LOCKWOOD

True Life Christian Fellowship Lockwood/Jolon Road, across from the school in Lockwood Service: 9:30 am Pastor Erick Reinstedt (805) 472-9325

NACIMIENTO

Heritage Village Church At The Don Everingham Center Heritage Ranch Service: 10 am Pastor Brad Brown (805) 712-7265

Hill Top Christian Fellowship 2085 Gateway Drive Heritage Ranch Service: 10:30 am Pastor Jack Little (760) 304-2435

Oak Shores Christian Fellowship 2727 Turkey Cove Rd., at the Oak Shores Community Clubhouse Service: 8:30 am Pastor Jack Little (760) 304-2435

PASO ROBLES

Apostolic Assembly of the Faith of Christ Jesus 2343 Park St Bilingual Services: Services: Thursday 7 pm Sunday 2 pm Pastor Miguel Alvarado (805) 610-2930

Bridge Christian Church Centennial Park Banquet Room 600 Nickerson Dr. Service: 9:30 am Pastor Tim Mensing (805) 975-7178 Calvary Chapel Paso Robles 1615 Commerce Way Service: 9:30 am Pastor Aaron Newman (805) 239-4295 Christian Life Center

Assembly of God 1744 Oak St. ServiceTimes: 10:30 am Youth Ministries: Monday 7:00 Home Groups during the week Preschool: Christian Life Early Learning Center Pastor Guy Drummond (805) 238-3366

Christian Science Services 17th & Chestnut Streets Service: 10 a.m. Sunday & 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 7 pm (805) 239-1361 Church of Christ 3545 Spring St. (Corner 36th & Spring) Service: Sunday, 11 am Evangelist Bob Champion (805) 286-5875 Sam Hogan (310) 602-9516 Delbert Arthurs (805) 238-4412 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 1020 Creston Rd. Service: 9 am (805) 238-4216 Missionaries: (805) 366.2363

Covenant Presbyterian Church 1450 Golden Hill Rd. Service: 9:30 am Pastor Dan Katches (805) 238-6927

Belong Central Coast 905 Vine St. meets @ NCCF Service: Sunday 3 pm Senior Leaders: Pep & Angie Robey (661) 205-7853 Family Worship Center 616 Creston Rd. Service: 10 am Pastor Patrick Sheean (805) 239-4809

First Baptist Church 1645 Park St. Pastor Michael R. Garman Services: 8:30 am & 11 am Discipleship 10 am (805) 238-4419 First Mennonite Church 2343 Park St. Service: 11 am Pastor Romero (805) 238-2445 First United Methodist 915 Creston Rd. Service: 11 am Pastor Josh Zulueta (805) 238-2006 Grace Baptist Church 535 Creston Rd. Service: 10:30 am Pastor Gary Barker (805) 238-3549

Highlands Church Corner S. River and Niblick 215 Oak Hill Services: 8:30, 9:45 & 11 am Pastor James Baird (805) 226-5800

Life Worth Living Church of God 620 17th St. Service: 11 am Pastor Jim Wilde (805) 238-0978 Live Oak 1521 Oak St. Service: 10 am Pastor John Kaiser (805) 238-0575

Mid State Baptist Church 3770 Ruth Way Services Sunday: 1:30 & 2:30 pm Wednesday: 6:30 pm Pastor Bruce Fore (805) 238-2281

New Day 1228 11th St (east off Paso Robles St) Services: Sunday 10 am, Wednesday 7 pm Pastor Brad Alford (805) 239-9998 New Life Tabernacle 3850 So. Ramada Dr. Ste. D Service: 10 am Pastor Efrain Cordero

North County Christian Fellowship 421 9th St. Services: 9:30 am Pastor Steve Calagna (805) 239-3325 Paso Robles Bible Church 2206 Golden Hill Rd. Service: Sunday, 10:30 am Pastor Mark Wheeler Pastor Dave Rusco (805) 226-9670

Paso Robles Church of the Nazarene 530 12th St. Service: 10:30 am Pastor Nanci Lovelace, Interim (805) 238-4300 www.pasonaz.com Paso Robles Community Church 2706 Spring St. Service: 9:00 am Pastor Shawn Penn (805) 239-4771 www.pasochurch.com

Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC Thirteenth and Oak Streets Service: 10 am Pastor Steven Mabry (805) 238-3321 Poder de Dios Centro Familiar 500 Linne Road, Suite D Services Sunday 4:30pm & Wed. 7pm Pastors: Frank and Isabel Diaz (805) 264-9322 / (805) 621-4199 Redeemer Baptist Church Kermit King Elementary School 700 Schoolhouse Circle Service: 10:30 am Pastor Christopher Cole (805) 238-4614

Second Baptist Church 1937 Riverside Ave. Service: 11 am Pastors: Rueben Tate, Gary Jordon (805) 238-2011

Adelaide Inn 1215 Ysabel Ave (Just off 24th near Hwy 101 and 46 East intersection) Paso Robles, 805-238-2770

St. James Episcopal Church 1335 Oak St. Services: 8 am (Rite I) 10 am (Rite II) Reverend Barbara Miller (805) 238-0819

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church 820 Creston Rd. Weekday Mass: M-S, 7 am Weekend Masses: Saturday - 5 pm (Vigil) Sunday - 8 am, 10 am (Family Mass) 12:30 pm (Spanish) 5 pm (Teen) & 7 pm (Spanish) Father Rudolfo Contreras (805) 238-2218 The Revival Center 3850 Ramada Dr., Ste. A-3 Service: 10 am Pastor Gabe Abdelaziz (805) 434-5170

The Light of the World Church 2055 RIverside Ave. Services: Everyday, 6 pm Sundays 10 am & 5 pm Pasor Bonifacio Robles (612) 990-4701 Trinity Lutheran Church 940 Creston Rd. Contemporary Service: 9 am Traditional Service: 10:45 am Sr. Pastor Dan Rowe (805) 238-3702

Victory Outreach Paso Robles 3850 Ramada Drive Suite B3 Services: Sunday, 10 am Wednesday, 7 pm Pastor Jason Wilson (805) 835-4195

TEMPLETON

Bethel Lutheran Church 295 Old County Rd. Service: 9:30 am Pastor Amy Beveridge (805) 434-1329 Celebration Worship

Center-PCOG 988 Vineyard Drive Pastor Roy Spinks Services: 10:30 am & 6 pm (805) 434-2424 Central Coast Center for Spiritual Living 689 Crocker St. Service: 10 am Rev. Elizabeth Rowley (805) 242-3180 Cowboy Church

Ride For the Brand Ministry Sale Barn 401 Main St. Service: Thursdays, 7 pm Pastor Mike Mosby (805) 463-2455

Praise & Worship 206 5th St. Service: 10 am Pastor Vern H. Haynes Jr. (805) 975-8594

First Presbyterian Church of Templeton 610 S. Main St. Service: 10 am Reverend Charlie Little (805) 434-1921

Higher Dimension Church 601 Main St. 1st Sunday: 1:30 pm 2nd - 5th Sundays 12:30 pm Pastor Charlie Reed, Jr. (805) 440-0996 Life Community Church 3770 Ruth Way Service: 9:30 am Pastor Keith Newsome (805) 434-5040

Solid Rock Christian Fellowship Assembly of God 925 Bennett Way Service: 10 am Pastor Jeff Saylor (805) 434-2616

Seventh-day Adventist Church Templeton Hills 930 Templeton Hills Rd. Services: Saturday 9:30 & 10:30 am Pastor Zac Page (805) 434-1710 Vineyard Church of Christ 601 So. Main St. Service: 10 am Evangelist: Steve Orduno (805) 610-4272

Vintage Community Church 692 Peterson Ranch Road Services: 9 & 11 am Coaches: Aaron Porter, Dayn Mansfield (805) 543-0943

SAN MIGUEL

Iglesia Fuente De Agua Viva 301 13th St. Services: 10 am & 7 pm Pastors Jorge & Maria Alvarez (805) 467-5500

Mission San Miguel Parish 775 Mission Street Weekday Mass: 8 am Weekend Mass: Saturday: 5 pm English (Vigil) & 6:30 pm Spanish (Vigil) Sunday: 7 am, Noon & 6 pm (Spanish) Father Eleazar Diaz, OFM (805) 467-2131

SHANDON

Shandon Assembly of God 420 Los Altos Ave. Pastor Keith Richards Pastor Jim Mei (805)226-9737 Spanish Service: Sunday 5 pm & Thurs 7 pm Pastor Mauro Jimenez

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Mid-State Fair supports our Special

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By Melissa Chavez

and welcome at the fairgrounds.

Contact Kim Daily at kim@ midstatefair.com, or call 805-2383565.

n accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, California Mid-State Fair is making an extra effort to accommodate vendors with special needs.

“Special Stars classes are open to exhibitors that are emotionally, developmentally, or physically challenged,” said marketing spokesman Tom Keffury. “The California Mid-State Fair supports the concept that no physical or mental disability need limit the human potential to create. Each department has offered the opportunity to exhibitors who have assisted works. Disabled exhibitors who produce works unassisted may compete in each department’s individual competitions.”

ATTITUDES ABOUT ACCESSIBILITY

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP “Escuela del Rio has enjoyed our long partnership with the Special Stars program at the MidState Fair,” said Debbie Argano, executive director. “It has allowed our aspiring artists to create, be themselves and have a place to display their artistic visions.”

“Kim’s Circle B Home in Paso Robles is a group that has been with us for a longtime,” said CMSF representative Ricky Brown. “Their longtime leader, Liz Testerman, who was involved in the fair in multiple aspects, passed away last March. She had been entering her people for over 40 years. PathPoint in San Luis Obispo and NCI Affiliates in 1800 El Pomar.................................. 23 A Beautiful Face................................ 33 Adelaide Inn Worship Directory...... 48 Adrienne Hagan .............................. 23 AM Sun Solar.................................... 18 American Barn & Wood.................... 39 American riveria bank...................... 10 AutoBahn.......................................... 49 Awakening Ways.............................. 41 Black Cat Bistro................................. 35 Blake’s true value............................. 29 Bob Sprain Draperies....................... 07 Bridge Sportsmen’s Center.............. 49 Brooklin Oaks Pharmacy.................. 41 California Mid-State Fair................... 02 CalSun Electric ................................. 47 Chandra Corley ................................ 33

Paso Robles have also entered projects with us many years.”

ADA ASSISTANCE For the general public, designated ADA seating to concerts can be purchased through all selling venues, including online at midstatefair. com or by phone to the Call Center at 1-800-909-FAIR or the Box Office at 805-238-3565.

California Mid-State Fair can also assist visitors with ADA seat requests at the fairgrounds,

Cheri York.......................................... 09 Cider Creek Bakery........................... 37 City of Atascadero............................. 51 City of Paso Robles-CIP..................... 31 City of Paso Robles-REC................... 11 Connect Home Loans ...................... 33 Covenant Presbyterian Church........ 39 Dr Kaitilin Riley................................. 44 Dr. Chalekson................................... 43 Dr. Stanislaus ................................... 41 Dutch maytag................................... 31 Equine Experience........................... 37 Estrella Warbirds.............................. 30 Fox Hill Pool & Spa........................... 40 Frontier Floors................................... 45 Gallagher Video................................ 39 Gallegos Garage Door...................... 07

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located at 2198 Riverside Avenue in Paso Robles. If individual assistance is required, guests are asked to call at least 24 hours in advance of the show date.

With at least a ten-business day (Monday through Friday) notice, the fair can provide a sign language interpreter for hearing-impaired guests. At the main entrance, wheelchairs are available for rent for $20/day with a 250-pound weight limit and motorized wheelchairs for $50/ day with a 450-pound weight limit. Service dogs are permitted

DIRECTORY TO OUR ADVERTISERS

Thank you for choosing Paso Robles Magazine!

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“Though we are conditioned to think otherwise, human beings do not really exist in two sharply distinct groups of ‘people with disabilities’ and ‘those without disabilities,’” wrote Notre Dame law professor Robert L. Burgdorf Jr., who wrote the 1985 U.S. Commission on Civil Rights report. “Accommodating the Spectrum of Individual Abilities.” Burgdorf also drafted the original ADA bill in 1988 that was introduced to Congress and signed into law by President George H.W. Bush in 1990.

It was only a decade ago when Burgdorf stated that the American Disabilities Act is “a central premise both simple and profound — that people called ‘disabled’ by society are just people — not any different in any critical way from other people.

He explained that the purpose of the ADA is not to “fixate on or engage in stereotypes about such differences, but to take them into account” and allow for “reasonable accommodation individual disabilities and impairments that will permit equal participation.”

Burgdorf added, “Disability is a natural part of the human condition resulting from that spectrum, and will touch most of us at one time or another in our lives.”

Paso Robles Handyman................... 38 Paso Robles Insurance..................... 40 Paso Robles Safe & Lock .................. 13 Patterson Realty................................ 12 Pegasus Senior Living...................... 41 Perfect Air.......................................... 33 PR Chamber of Commerce.............. 04 PR District Cemetery......................... 25 PR Food Co-op.................................. 35 PR Waste........................................... 32 PRJUSD Bus Driver........................... 33 Red Scooter Deli............................... 33 Robert Fry, M.D................................. 26 Simmons.......................................... 25 SLO County Office of Education....... 46 Solarponics....................................... 49 Stove & Spa....................................... 14

Sweet Zulu Bakeshop....................... 24 Ted Hamm........................................ 37 Teresa Rhyne Law............................. 47 The Art Works.................................... 26 The Blenders..................................... 35 The Laundromat by Swish & Swirl .. 25 The Loft.............................................. 26 The Natural Alternative..................... 15 Thomas Hall CBD ............................. 49 Tooth & Nail Winery.......................... 17 Vic’s Cafe........................................... 36 Western janitor supply..................... 40 Whitehorse....................................... 39 Wighton’s......................................... 27 Writing Support Group.................... 24 Wyatt Wicks Finish Carpentry.......... 18 Yoga Inward...................................... 37

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