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fter more than a year of uncertainty over the future of two Paso Robles elementary schools, a narrow vote finally set the fate of more than 1,000 students.

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WIN FOR WHO? For Paso People’s Action organizers, the decision not to close Georgia Brown was a big victory. But they see other parts of the board’s decisions as unfair to Glen Speck.

Arroyo Grande delays decision on tiny homes on wheels

The Arroyo Grande City Council tabled an ordinance on Feb. 8 that would have amended accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations and established guidelines for tiny homes on wheels.

But the long meeting had an unusual beginning. Four of the five City Council members, including Mayor Caren Ray Russom, recused themselves for having conflicts of interest related to ADUs. “We sought advice from the Fair Political Practices Commission [FPPC] regarding whether the mayor who owns a secondary dwelling unit and Councilmembers [Lan] George and [Keith] Storton who are constructing ADUs, and Councilmember [Kristen] Barneich will be paid $1,500 for designing Councilmember George’s ADUs, could take part in considering the new ADU ordinance,” City Attorney Timothy Carmel said at the meeting.

Jimmy Paulding was the only council member left, until an FPPC-advised random selection

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completed (estimated to be later this year) in order to get Speck students and teachers out of their temporary location as soon as possible.

The board also decided to keep the 36th Street school, what is now Georgia Brown Elementary School, and renovate it into a smaller neighborhood school—which community activists call a big win and district staff estimate will save some money.

“Our mission was to save the Georgia Brown school location, and we won that last night,” said Yessenia Echevarria, founder of Paso People’s Action, who has organized to keep the school open for the last 13 months.

But, in an attempt to find compromise among a divided board and community, the trustees also decided that Speck will move yet again. The school’s final destination will be the 36th Street campus once it’s completed in about two years, when Georgia Brown will move into the new 17th Street campus.

The board members who supported this compromise argued that it’s a more efficient use of space, since Speck is projected to have a smaller enrollment than Georgia Brown in the coming years.

The new 36th Street campus will have a capacity of 400 students, and the 17th Street campus will accommodate 630.

Some in the community see this as a slap in the face to Speck staff and students, who feel that they were promised the 17th Street campus in Measure M—not just for two years, but forever. They would have preferred for the 36th Street campus to receive a remodel to accommodate all of Georgia Brown’s students, so that Speck could stay at the 17th Street campus. This scenario would have cost $26 million total, $2 million more than the option the board ultimately went with.

“The language of Measure M was not honored [for Glen Speck] and I have a huge problem with that,” Echevarria said.

This was a sticking point for Trustee Chris Bausch, who voted no against the complicated plan to have Speck move twice in the next few years rather than giving the school the 17th Street campus for perpetuity, as was originally planned.

“The staff and students of Glen Speck have been in a temporary campus for three years. …

They were supposed to have been there one year, do the reconstruction at Glen Speck, and then move those students back,” Bausch told New Times in a January interview.

When he cast his vote at the Feb. 8 meeting, Bausch added, “Just because of the horrible optics this tells our poor families at Glen Speck, absolutely not.”

Other board members like Nathan Williams, who ultimately voted in support of the motion, said it was a hard decision with no perfect solution.

“There is not one site less deserving than the other. There is not one group of teachers, one group of staff, one group of students, less deserving than the other,” Williams said. “As representatives up here, it’s our job to not just put our feelings out there but to hear others and to represent those.”

Echevarria with Paso People’s Action emphasized that the decision to keep all six of the city’s elementary schools open is a huge win, since not too long ago the board was considering closing Georgia Brown altogether. But with Speck receiving what many see as the short end of the stick, she wonders how the district will make it up to them.

“We’re dealing again with this pattern of broken promises,” Echevarria said. “So who picks up the glass?” ∆ —Malea Martin

allowed George and Storton to rejoin deliberations to maintain the necessary three-party quorum.

Russom and Barneich exited the Zoom meeting and returned after a decision was made.

The three-member City Council didn’t support the ADU regulations update presented at the meeting. City staff included provisions for tiny homes on wheels in the proposed ordinance updating ADU regulations but City Council members felt it was inappropriate.

Community Development Director Brian Pedrotti told New Times that the council wanted to split tiny homes on wheels from ADUs in city rules. City staff plans to bring separate revised ordinances to the council later in the year.

“Tiny homes on wheels have become a trend across the country for affordability. Obviously, they’re more mobile. In the rural areas, they’re potentially a good option for farmworker housing because of the movement of workers throughout the county. I know that there has been some uses for them up in areas where there have been wildfires. The biggest option for the city of AG would just be another potential housing option,” Pedrotti said.

One of the reasons that gave council members pause when it came to tiny homes on wheels was that the DMV requires them to be licensed and registered, so they don’t fall under the California Building Code.

Randy Russom—Mayor Russom’s husband— expressed his concerns with the homes as a member of the public during the meeting. Randy called the tiny homes on wheels project an “illconceived approach … to subvert the building code.”

“What we’re talking about here is essentially an RV. It is not regulated by the state Department of Housing and Community Development [HCD] but is regulated by the DMV, and meets the standards the DMV provided and not those by the California Building Code. So you’re effectively putting an RV and making that available for people to put on their side yards and backyards, and sell or rent at market rate the same way you would have to for a normal state-built ADU. That’s what’s going to dominate the market and we’re gonna have RVs and not compatible ADUs,” he said.

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Randy added that unlike typical ADUs, tiny homes on wheels don’t have safety regulations like fire protection and building separation rules “built into them.”

“The city [is] abdicating their responsibility to provide appropriate affordable housing if that is what their values are instead of moving it on to opportunities for homeowners to make profit by putting RVs on their property at the expense of adjacent landowners’ property values,” Randy said.

The proposed ADU regulations update was supposed to bring the city into compliance with state legislation. Pedrotti said that city staff would allow ADUs in the current planning process to move forward.

“The impact to city residents with ADUs is that our ordinance isn’t as clear as the requirements in state law. So there might be a bit of confusion about what is required for ADUs based on our existing municipal code,” Pedrotti said. “Probably the great impact would be the tiny homes on wheels. We don’t allow them currently in the city. That delay would delay the ability of residents to have that as another affordable housing option.”

—Bulbul Rajagopal

SLO Rep changes new theater plans, asks for money amid rising costs

Skyrocketing construction costs have put the San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre’s long-discussed plans for a new downtown performing arts center out of reach.

Now, SLO Rep is revising its project design and asking the city of SLO for a $3.94 million boost to help get it to the finish line.

“We were determined not to abandon the project,” SLO Rep Managing Artistic Director Kevin Harris and board President Pam Nichter wrote in a joint letter to the city last month. “We seek your approval of a $3.94 million challenge grant from one-time funds to assure construction of a new SLO Rep Theatre.”

At its Feb. 15 meeting, the SLO City Council will consider setting aside the funds for SLO Rep, whose proposed theater is on city property and has been planned in tandem with a new city parking garage on the corner of Palm and Nipomo streets, which will soon break ground.

The $3.94 million is available as part of a “fund balance”—or a year-end savings from the previous fiscal year, according to city officials.

“The city sees this as a great opportunity to support the downtown economy, and is another way we’re advancing in economic recovery and resilience,” said Whitney Szentesi, SLO’s public communications manager, in a Feb. 9 email to New Times.

Originally planned as a three-story, 22,000-square-foot building with two theaters, rehearsal spaces, classrooms, offices, and more, SLO Rep is scaling down its vision after a recent study showed the price tag nearly doubling from $9.5 million to $18 million, due to “various delays.” The cost is “beyond SLO Rep’s fundraising capacity,” according to Harris and Nichter.

“This price represents a per-squarefoot cost that likely would set a record for

downtown construction,” SLO Rep’s letter to the city read.

In December 2021, the SLO Rep board of directors approved a new design for the theater, which preserves the goal of building a 205-seat main theater and a 99-seat “black-box theater” at the downtown location, but moves the offices, costume, and set construction facilities, classrooms, and rehearsal spaces off-site to a building on Empleo Street—at the former headquarters of People’s Self-Help Housing.

The cost of that project is currently projected at $14.3 million, and SLO Rep says it’s raised $5.6 million to date, with assurances that it can eventually reach $10.4 million in fundraising. The city grant would make up the difference, Harris and Nichter said.

“This plan presents a clear path toward completing an essential pillar of SLO’s cultural district at considerably less cost than $18 million,” their letter read. “It also provides significantly more functionality and programming. … Notably, it will enable SLO Rep to exponentially expand its educational programming at least two years earlier than the original plan.”

In appealing to the city, SLO Rep argued that its new “two-site” plan is embraced by project donors and that the theater will be an economic and cultural engine for the city “for decades to come” when completed.

“Once fully operational, the new theater would offer 324 shows a year on 176 dates, generating an economic impact of more than $3 million annually,” Harris and Nichter said. “For a relatively small investment, the city would be able to complete a large, central piece of its Downtown Concept Plan.”

The letter also emphasized that the city will ultimately own the theater as a community asset. If it moves ahead on schedule, the theater would open to the public in 2027.

—Peter Johnson

North Coast superintendent announces retirement after large pay increase

The superintendent for Cambria and Cayucos school districts secured an unexpected raise earlier this year, despite parent outcry. Just one month later, he announced his retirement.

“I want to thank the trustees for their recent vote of confidence and pay increase that they have provided for me,” Cayucos Elementary School District Superintendent Scott Smith said in a Feb. 4 message shared to ParentSquare.

“Despite their best efforts to get me to delay my retirement a little longer, I intend to submit my retirement notice.”

Smith declined New Times’ request for an interview. He said in his ParentSquare message that he will submit his 120-day notice before the end of February.

Under a shared services agreement, Smith splits his time between Cayucos and Coast Unified School District in Cambria. Cayucos Board President Pete Schuler confirmed to New Times that Smith’s retirement announcement “will effectively end our current shared services agreement,” meaning he will no longer serve as superintendent of Coast Unified, either.

The pay increase, approved on Jan. 12

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by the Cayucos board of trustees, was contested by a group of parents who felt the origins of the raise were shrouded from the public. The 10 percent raise was added in year two of Smith’s four-year pay schedule, which already granted him regular pay increases, leading parents to wonder who initiated it and why.

“Who brought the raise forward?” district parent Roberta Held asked in an interview with New Times. “Scott says that it was both boards. The current Cayucos board president [Schuler] said he didn’t even know anything about it before it was presented to them at that December board meeting. Chris Castillo said that it was the Cayucos board, and then [Coast Unified Board President] Samuel Shalhoub said that it was the board president from Cayucos, who was Chris Castillo.”

Board President Schuler, the sole Cayucos trustee to vote no on the raise, told New Times on Feb. 8 that the pay increase came at trustee Castillo’s request in early December.

“That was the basis for the new contract,” Schuler said.

Schuler said his vote against the new contract wasn’t anything personal against Smith—he just didn’t agree with altering an agreement that wasn’t expiring yet.

“You don’t assess midway, and I think that’s what happened there,” Schuler said.

“It’s a four-year agreement and we’re in the second year. During these times, it just seemed like the inappropriate time to do it, for me.”

Nonetheless, he said he’s disappointed to see Smith go.

“He was the one who encouraged me to run for office,” Schuler said. “I was hoping to work with him through his tenure. …

We’ve had a lot of controversy lately, and I was hoping we could find some smooth sailing for a bit, but here we are.”

For some parents, Smith’s retirement leaves a lot of unanswered questions.

“With Chris [Castillo] and Scott [Smith] being longtime friends, is it appropriate for him to have been serving on the board at all with that relationship, and serving as board president?” Held said.

Other parents feel Smith got unfairly caught up in the controversy.

“I’m definitely sad to see him go and disappointed with the way that everything has gone down in the last year, but probably mostly within the last six months,” parent Alisha Enns told New Times. “It just seems that ever since the Let Them Breathe resolution was passed [and rescinded], there’s been this hostile divide between parents.”

—Malea Martin

SLOPD seizes $1 million worth of narcotics in trafficking case

San Luis Obispo witnessed one of its largest narcotic seizures in recent city history, not just in total quantity but also in the number of different types of drugs recovered.

At approximately 11 a.m. on Feb. 3, the SLO Police Department’s Special Enforcement Team (SET) uncovered narcotics totaling more than $1 million in estimated street value from two different but related locations, according to a city news release.

First, SET served a warrant at a residence in the 20 block of Chorro Street where it seized 2 pounds of fentanyl,

2 pounds of cocaine, almost 12 ounces of methamphetamine, 12,000 tabs (doses) of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), 38,000 amphetamine pills (Adderall), 32,000 opioid pills (Oxycontin), 9,000 alprazolam pills (Xanax), 35 grams of ketamine, more than 175 grams of marijuana concentrate, 35 pounds of marijuana, 4 ounces of psilocybin mushrooms, and additional substances believed to be controlled substances. Along with discovering evidence of narcotics trafficking, SET seized an undisclosed amount of cash from the residence.

“I have worked in this county for 16 years and believe this to be the largest drug seizure in San Luis Obispo County in that time. Seizure of this quantity and combination of drugs, particularly fentanyl, has the potential of saving many lives,” Assistant District Attorney Eric Dobroth told New Times via email.

“Fentanyl is a deadly dangerous drug known to be 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. Depending on its potency, a dose of 2 milligrams is capable of killing a grown human being.”

Dobroth added that according to county sheriff-coroner’s data, in 2021 fentanyl was involved in nearly 60 percent of fatal overdoses in SLO County, up from 39 percent in 2020 and 23 percent in 2019.

Previous New Times reporting found that the county’s fatal opioid overdose cases were higher than the state’s in 2020.

SET detectives and the SLO Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit served a second warrant on Feb. 3 at a Dartmouth Drive location where they nabbed more evidence of narcotics trafficking and sales.

Twenty-year-old SLO resident Aurelio Ablang Oliveros II is the primary accused suspect and was booked into SLO County Jail around 8 p.m. the same day with bail set at $500,000.

SET Det. Sgt. Jason Dickel told New Times that while the size of the seized substances was unusual, “thankfully, we don’t typically have these large cases here.”

Dickel and the DA’s Office declined to comment on whether Oliveros was acting alone or part of a larger group, citing confidentiality due to it being an active investigation. The DA’s Office charged Oliveros with 11 criminal offenses, all pertaining to the possession of different drugs for sale. Dobroth said that his arraignment hearing is set for Feb. 17 in SLO County Superior Court.

—Bulbul Rajagopal

Attorneys argue over SLO County Patten Map at redistricting hearing

The legal arguments are in from both sides of the San Luis Obispo County redistricting battle.

Following a crucial Feb. 9 hearing, presiding SLO County Superior Court Judge Rita Federman promised a prompt ruling that will likely determine which district boundaries are used for the District 2 and District 4 county supervisor races in the June 7 primary election.

SLO County Citizens for Good Government filed a motion for a preliminary injunction against the county’s adopted Patten map—picked by the Board of Supervisors in December as part of once-a-decade redistricting— NEWS continued page 7

News that the Board of Supervisors considered and applied each of the mandatory which critics have called “blatant criterion in [the California Fair Maps gerrymandering” by the Republican Act], and did not adopt the challenged Party. map ‘for the purpose of favoring or The court scheduled a Feb. 9 hearing discriminating against a political party,’” on the motion in the face of a set of the county’s brief read. “The motion immovable deadlines for the June 7 should be denied.” election. In a legal brief filed by the SLO Meanwhile, Citizens for Good County Clerk-Recorder’s Office for the Government attorney Ellison Folk argued case, officials explained that the office that the Patten map clearly favors local has until Feb. 15 to deliver maps to the Republican voters by “packing” more secretary of state.

MUSIC into two districts Democratic voters “I want to acknowledge the time and generating Republican advantages constraints the clerk-recorder is under,” in three districts, including Districts Judge Federman said to open the Feb. 9 2 and 4. TheFLAVOR/EATS reshuffled map also hearing, which was livestreamed on the disproportionately defers Democratic court’s website. voters who will vote in 2024 instead of In respective briefs and declarations INFO 2022 under the Patten map, Folk said. filed ahead of the hearing, attorneys “The important thing to remember with Citizens for Good Government and is the courtsCALENDAR have recognized that the the outside counsel for SLO County laid governing body is not going to stand up out their cases. The attorneys continued and say, ‘Yes we did this for a partisan those arguments in front of Federman on OPINION purpose,’” Folk argued Feb. 9. on Feb. 9. “They know “You’re being asked officials might be astute as the court to take an NEWS enough not to say extraordinary step here,” Send any news something like that.

SLO County’s counsel, or story tips to And so courts look for Jeffrey Dunn, argued STROKES news@newtimesslo.com. circumstantial evidence.” on Feb. 9, “to essentially If Federman supports usurp the entire public ARTS the preliminary injunction, legislative process.” she noted that the court could direct the In its brief, county attorneys denied county to use a version of its 2011 map there was any evidence suggesting that until the lawsuit plays out. If Federman the Board of Supervisors purposefully rejects the preliminary injunction, SLO acted for political gain, and emphasized County may continue implementing the that redistricting is a legislative matter Patten map for future elections. ∆ up to the discretion of elected officials.

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The Death Cafe world map shows countries speckled with green markers noting the locations of thousands of Death Cafes—currently, there are 13,671 of them in 81 countries. There are also some closer to home—one of them hosted by Hospice San Luis Obispo.

TEA AND SYMPATHY Death Cafe participants Death cafes are public turnouts gather over cups of tea and coffee, even on Zoom, where people openly discuss to discuss and cope with grief. death, their curiosity around it, and sometimes the effect the Another participant is Valerie passing of others has on them.

Richards, a Los Angeles-based chaplain Kris Kington-Barker, former executive in training. Like Albanese, she attended director of Hospice SLO and an end-of-life the latest Hospice SLO session on Feb. 3. doula who now facilitates the nonprofit’s “This is the first time it’s been more Death Cafes, told New Times about academic, and I actually may have participant guidelines. contributed to that. But usually, it’s “It’s not run with an agenda. People just people talking about aging or all who come to the Death Cafes, whether it the paperwork that needs to be done so is on Zoom or in-person, really participate their adult children don’t have difficulty in sharing what they want to talk about. making decisions. I went to a women’s Sometimes it can be started with a poem cafe last week … and we talked about … or a thought. There’s nothing right or our own grief and how we managed wrong about it, people come with their own those,” Richards said. “There are so many opinions, everything from end-of-life options different kinds of cafes. Every one that to green burials,” Kington-Barker said.

I’ve been to, … none of them have been Hospice SLO hosts Death Cafes on the the same.” first Thursday of every month. On and off Richards is in her first year of a Master since 2015, participants would meet up of Divinity program, and one of her at local cafes over cups of coffee, tea, and assignments was to attend a Death Cafe. slices of cake. But with COVID-19 in full “There’s an ease with which I can swing, the sessions and beverages shifted talk about death. However, I think this to Zoom. Kington-Barker added that will make me more comfortable because occasionally, funeral directors, nurses, I’m with other people; I also express and physicians facilitate Death Cafe my own experiences of grief and loss,” sessions, and of late they’re mainly aided she said. “Loss is something everybody by end-of-life doulas like herself. experiences, and I have the ability to be “I think that definitely there has been able to be compassionate, to listen, to not judge. All of that will be enhanced by research about talking about death and listening to people’s stories at the cafe.” lessening the fear around it when people Since November 2021, she has attended are able to express their feelings. In the a dozen online sessions across the Death Cafes we’ve had in person, we’ve MUSIC had people who … have received terminal country, even a Death Cafe dedicated to animal companions. diagnoses. They come to the Death Cafes “Parental loss of a child is also another because they’re starting their preparation FLAVOR/EATS area where there could be a Death Cafe, for death,” Kington-Barker said.

But they aren’t the only ones attending. although there are support groups. Once INFO people don’t bring up you lose a child, SLO’s Death Cafe, like most of its their name anymore,” Richards said. counterparts, comprises an eclectic mix of people. Kington-Barker mentioned CALENDAR that participants as young as 18 join, too, Fast fact mainly to quench their curiosity about • The Templeton Fire Stairclimb and overcome their fear of death.

OPINION its sixth annual Team will celebrate One recent attendee is former SLO Firefighters & Flowers for a Cure Symphony Concertmaster Brynn fundraiser from Feb. 12 to 14 to raise NEWS Albanese, who is working to be a funds for the Leukemia therapeutic music and Lymphoma Society. practitioner and receiving This year the Templeton STROKES certification for end-ofStairclimb is climbing life doula work. She is to honor Mason Watson, Send business and a relative newcomer to ARTSa 6-year-old Templeton nonprofit information to the hospice’s Death Cafe, resident who is battling strokes@newtimesslo.com. and hopes to find more leukemia. For more LGBTQ-plus Death Cafes information call Fire Capt. around the nation.

Brandon Wall at (805) 540-4524 or visit “My journey didn’t start with the the 2022 LLS Firefighter Stairclimb Death Cafe. When I saw that word, I website. ∆ thought it was some ‘woo-woo’ thing, but … it’s a really safe space to talk about a Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at brajagopal@newtimesslo.com. supposedly taboo subject,” she said.

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Opening comments and remarks; receive public comments and communications to the Committee; acceptance of the Minutes of the October 19-20, 2021 public meeting; discussion of administrative matters, including receipt of PG&E’s response to the DCISC 31st Annual Report on the Safety of Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant (DCPP) Operations for the period July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021, an update on fi nancial matters and activities, review of the Open Items List, reports by Committee Members including scheduling of future fact-finding visits and public meetings, a report by a DCISC Technical Consultant on the November 2021 fact-finding, and a report by the Assistant Legal Counsel.

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Tuesday Evening, February 15th 5:30 P.M.

Public comments and communications to the Committee; informational presentation by PG&E officials on plant safety and operations, including the status of retention programs, attrition and an update on efforts to retain qualified staff including those with critical skills and the results of the 2021 Operating Plan and key elements of the 2022 Operating Plan; review of events, causes and corrective actions for Unit 2 manual trip on October 15, 2021 due to feedwater heater high water level.

Wednesday Morning, October 16th 9:00 A.M.

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Wednesday Afternoon, February 16th 1:00 P.M.

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Opinion A near-term disaster

Thank you for publishing a lengthy, well written article regarding climate change and the psychological impact of watching it unfold (“Stressed out about climate change? Experts discuss ‘eco anxiety’ and tools to fight it,” Jan. 27).

The author noted the stages of grief that one would go through losing a loved one if compared to the climate. If a person doesn’t experience this at a deep level, their understanding of climate change is limited. We stand at the abyss. There are mainstream projections of the Arctic being permanently ice-free within 12 years. The jet stream that the world’s industrial agriculture depends on for regular rainfall, could then be in a permanently “stuck” configuration or broken up completely. The temperature difference between the equator and the polar region(s) are what produce the jet stream. When, due to an ice-free arctic, this temperature difference disappears, we could see an alternating six months of drought or six months monsoon and the elimination of industrial agriculture.

This right here was enough for me to completely break down when I understood its consequences in-depth. This is a nearterm disaster and contributes to the ecoanxiety your prescient article describes.

Shanti Harris San Luis Obispo

What we’re doing isn’t working

It is unfortunate and disheartening that Sam Blakeslee and Greg Gillette are not receiving more traction and input on their efforts to look at current apparently ineffective ideas to reduce homelessness in our county.

I believe they are running up against a roadblock by our now created Homeless Industrial Complex. Individuals involved with different nonprofits and agencies would have to give up power, positions, or salaries to bring all of them under one tent, all speaking the same language and working toward the same goal. These individuals include politicians, nonprofit directors, and multiple other stakeholders.

The one-agency method has proven effective in many cities in our country. It would involve reducing the compassion element and becoming laser focused on requiring individuals to get off the street.

California has the largest homeless population in the country. And yet they represent only .0044 percent of our state’s population. Billions of dollars are being given to solve the problem and it continues to grow.

I think Blakeslee and Gillette deserve a chance to shift the paradigm. Our current methods are not working and are a failure.

Paul C. Hertel Arroyo Grande

A letter to recognize public outreach This open letter is meant to honor CAPSLO (Community Action

Partnership of SLO) employees who’ve graciously helped me in numerous ways since June 2016.

When I was released from a care facility to continue healing from a broken leg, I was given the phone number to call CAPSLO, a nonprofit organization, and instructed to call them for grab bars in my shower. An intake worker scheduled an interview in my home.

After answering questions relating to my financial living situation (I’m a renter who receives SSI because of several emotional and physical disabilities) it was determined I qualified for grab bars, which were installed at no cost to me.

All requests and subsequent future upgrades to environmentally friendly improvements were approved.

My refrigerator was replaced, as were ceiling lights, lightbulbs, porch lights, a wand shower head, and the toilet, and weather stripping was installed. It substantially reduced utility payments, and I received an EBT food card.

From the first home visit with Katherina, the intake worker, until the most recent visit, each employee has been pleasantly professional, doing good work.

I hope this information becomes available to as many as possible who struggle for help with unmet needs— such as mine—so their lives may also be improved.

I’d be remiss not to recognize my landlords’ and their property management’s loving patience in countless ways over the past two decades.

I do thank you.

Sylvia Howell Kneller San Luis Obispo

Boycotting corporations

I applaud Russel Hodin for making the connection between economic activity and the disinformation campaigns plaguing our country—and hinting at how an economic boycott could be effective.

His latest drawing (Feb. 3) alludes to Neil Young refusing to sell his music through Spotify because Joe Rogan’s podcast spews COVID-19 disinformation.

I would be happy to join Neil’s boycott if I could. Unfortunately, all my Delightful Doggerel is available for free on YouTube, so I need another way to participate.

Hodin’s panel on Jan. 6 shows the violent insurrection at the Capitol in full fury, the sky emblazoned with corporate logos. He draws attention to the fact that numerous corporations continue to finance the campaigns of the “Sedition Caucus,” and thereby help spread disinformation regarding the 2020 election.

And so my question to New Times readers: Can I join an organized boycott of these corporations? That way I could be like Neil: Have a positive impact by not doing business with people who are using disinformation to spread disease and destroy democracy.

Moe McEwen Morro Bay

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Joseph John Racano director, Ocean Outfall Group Los Osos

Former Morro Bay Mayor Janice Peters got it wrong in her suggestions for the proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary (“Modified proposal,” Big energy fights solar Jan. 27). The process most certainly does not need a stakeholders group. During The Santa Barbara Planning the creation of marine protected areas Commission recently voted to deny along the California coast, I was proud ExxonMobil’s proposal to restart offshore to have played a small role, during which drilling and truck oil to Kern County I watched the entire process be greatly on the dangerous and windy Route 166. hobbled by just what she now suggests for The Santa Barbara County Board of the sanctuary. Stakeholders tend to have Supervisors will make a final decision in widely divergent goals, and a sanctuary March. has only one—a return to health and Meanwhile, we face another threat abundance of the marine environment. to California’s goal of 100 percent clean During the marine protected area energy by 2045. The California Public process, the stakeholders groups Utilities Commission (CPUC) plans answered to the Blue Ribbon panel, which to vote in the next few weeks to add a was chaired by Catherine Reheis-Boyd, monthly MUSIC solar penalty fee to ratepayer who just happened to also be president bills and drastically reduce the credit that of Western States Petroleum. As such, solar consumers receive for selling excess she oversaw what did or did not get on FLAVOR/EATS power back to the grid. the agenda. She deftly guided the process This would make solar too costly around the subject of offshore fracking, for INFO many people, other than the rich. so we never did address that destructive process, only finding out about it after the It’s a result of intense lobbying by big utilities—e.g., PG&E and Southern marine protected areas were chosen and California CALENDAR Edison—fighting to maintain implemented. In their profits rather than allowing other words, we citizens to use free, clean energy. were sabotaged.

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he colorful antics of dysfunctional Hollywood celebrities are always a great source of voyeuristic entertainment and occasionally shadenfreude, but they can possibly lead to real problems for the rest of us. The Britney Spears melodrama may be one such case, as our craven, vote-hungry politicians react and pander.

For the few of you who weren’t aware of this very publicized drama, Britney Spears is a famous pop star who melted down in 2008, lost custody of her kids, and was involuntarily placed in a mental hospital for a period. A conservatorship—a legal proceeding in which someone is court-appointed to handle the affairs of an incompetent—was established and her father appointed to be her conservator.

She continued to perform while under conservatorship and made a lot of money.

Britney chaffed at being under conservatorship and proclaimed her mental competence. She occasionally ranted in court and in social media, sometimes posting nude photos apparently intended to prove her sanity. Her fans formed the #FreeBritney movement to advocate for the termination of the conservatorship, and after much drama, it was terminated in late 2021. Only time will tell if she is now capable of managing her own affairs. Los Angeles is full of charming opportunists awaiting the vulnerable, and Hollywood offers lots of opportunities to self-destruct and go broke.

I have more than just a casual interest, having practiced conservatorships and elder law for more than 40 years, including in Los Angeles, where I knew a couple of the key actors in Britney’s proceeding during the 1990s. I was recently alarmed to read that some fans of pop star Britney Spears are advocating for the “reform” of California’s conservatorship laws, and apparently have the ear of a politician.

At the urging of the #FreeBritney group, and some disability rights advocates, California Assemblymember Brian Maienschein (D-San Diego) has announced his intention to introduce legislation reforming the current law, to correct what they see are defects in the current process.

Very few conservatorships offer this much drama or controversy. The typical one is for an elderly person with dementia, or who has otherwise become mentally incapacitated, and needs someone to make medical decisions and handle their business affairs. Sometimes, they are being exploited by opportunists such as a drug-addicted family member or “friend” and may have lost their homes or savings.

A conservatorship is necessary to stop the victimization and to handle their affairs.

Relatively rarely a proposed conservatee objects to conservatorship.

This is problematic because the mental disabilities that created the need for the conservatorship may also render them delusional or incapable of understanding their deficiencies, and they may be insistent upon doing dangerous or irrational acts. Or sometimes, they may instead actually be competent and just the subject of another’s attempt to inappropriately control their affairs.

Sometimes, they may vacillate from moment to moment on whether they’re opposed. Especially in family affairs, it can be difficult to sort out needs

and motives, especially when the fame, wealth, looks, or charisma of the conservatee distort the process.

The current conservatorship process is already complicated and hideously expensive, with thousands of dollars in court fees alone, and much more in attorney’s fees. The conservatee must be periodically interviewed and evaluated by a court investigator, and detailed periodic accountings must be filed and examined by the court, fees approved, and hearings held. Almost every substantial act of the conservator, such as selling assets or moving the conservatee, must be approved by the court.

Many people who need a conservatorship are unable to afford one because the cost would quickly exhaust their assets. The last time the Legislature “reformed” the process, it became even more expensive and inaccessible. Conservatorships are necessary, but what good is a protective process that few can afford? I hope we are spared the destructive effects of politicians who have no understanding of the process and are blindly implementing the demands of a pop star’s fans.

The public reaction to Britney’s drama has been sharply divided, with one side arguing “it’s her money and her life, and she should be allowed to do whatever she wants,” while the other argues that society should protect the vulnerable from themselves. One side saw her emotional tirades as confirmation that she should be freed, while the other saw them as proof she was crazy. Conservatorships comes down to a general philosophical question of personal autonomy and whether or not society ought to intervene in really bad decisions. My guess is that we’re split roughly 50/50.

Ironically, I come down in the “protect” side, despite my usual libertarian leanings (with apologies to frequent libertarian commenter Gail Lightfoot, who finds me insufficiently doctrinaire).

I have just seen so much exploitation that, despite my usual deference to Darwinian process and opposition to liberal paternalistic government, I think the truly vulnerable should be protected.

Still, it is hard to not empathize with those who object to a “Big Brother” government injecting itself into one’s choices, especially since the issue of mental competence is so subjective.

Your thoughts? ∆ John Donegan is a retired attorney in Pismo Beach who promises he will never post nude photos of himself to prove his sanity. Send thoughts for publication to letters@newtimesslo.com.

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The Shredder

Ethics schmethics

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hat does it take for a school district to save $2 million and not abide by the language laid out in a bond measure that voters passed to update campuses and facilities?

Musical chairs, but with hundreds of students, teachers, parents, and all of the equipment, books, and accessories that come with them. Fun! It’s not fun. Paso Robles Joint Union School District is playing a giant game of musical elementary schools, and it is very complicated. We’re talking about three campuses, two schools, and more than 1,000 students—Georgia Brown and Glen Speck elementary schools.

Speck students have been attending school at a temporary site for three years now while their campus gets a makeover, and Georgia Brown was in danger of shutting down entirely. With me so far?

Good. If I lose you, I’ll catch you in the second half of the column.

Georgia Brown made it through intact!

Kind of. And Speck is only going to have to move two more times before it settles in a final location that’s different from where it started! Phew.

The campus Georgia Brown is currently inhabiting is also going to get a makeover.

While that’s happening, the current students, teachers, faculty, and what have you will move to the temporary site that Speck is currently using—but they can’t do that until Speck’s old school site is done with renovations, so Speck can move back into its new-old digs. Then, after the

current Georgia Brown site is finished with construction, Speck is moving to that spot permanently, because it won’t be large enough to accommodate for Georgia Brown’s student population. And Georgia Brown will takeover the new-old Speck site. Got it?

No? Don’t feel bad. The Paso Robles school district staff and board had trouble keeping everything straight during the Feb. 15 meeting where everything was set in motion.

“There was some point in the meeting where even [district Chief Business Officer] Brad [Pawlowski] got confused, and members of the board were getting confused. That’s how you know this decision is very very confusing. This decision was made overly difficult and confusing and that’s a problem,” Paso People’s Action co-founder Yessenia Echevarria said.

A morass, if you will. Overcomplicated with an overabundance of moves for schools that serve more than 1,000 students—all so the district could save $2 million to possibly put in a pool.

Do you think you could put in a pool for $20,000? I bet you could put in half a pool.

I’m not sure whether Cayucos Elementary and Cambria Unified school districts Superintendent Scott Smith is going to put in a pool, but seems like he’s taking his money and running. He announced his retirement after receiving an

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off-salary-schedule and very controversial “Who brought the raise forward?”

10 percent raise from the respective school district parent Roberta Held asked. boards he serves, bringing his departing “With Chris and Scott being longtime salary (aka his retirement and pension friends, is it appropriate for him to have fund starter pack) to $220,085 a mere four been serving on the board at all with that months before he takes his leave. relationship?”

Sounds fishy, yes?

Ooh. Good questions. Well, it’s an elected Yes indeed. body, so you all gave Castillo “appropriate” “I want to thank the trustees for their permission to serve on the board. This is recent vote of confidence and pay increase,” more of a question of ethics, which seem to Shady Smithy wrote in a message shared to be in short supply over there!

ParentSquare. “Despite their best efforts to Guess where ethics are plentiful? get me to delay my retirement a little longer, Arroyo Grande, where four out of I intend to submit my retirement notice.” five City Council members recused Oh, really? Thanks for the money but no themselves from a discussion over thanks for the job. I’m out and I’m taking accessory dwelling units (ADUs) due my $20,000 raise with me! Suckers! I to conflicts of interest. The only one guess he no longer feels like getting “paid left sitting was City Councilmember to help kids,” which is what he said was Jimmy Paulding, who, as much as he one of the inspirations behind his career might like to,MUSIC couldn’t make a decision on in education, according to the San Luis city policy all by his lonesome.

Obispo County Office of Education.

Mayor Caren Ray Russom “I think I became a superintendent FLAVOR/EATS owns a secondary dwelling unit and because I wanted to be part of the Councilmembers Lan George and solution for whatever ails the organization Keith Storton are constructing ADUs. INFO so we can better serve students,” he said But here’s the kicker: “Councilmember on the county education office’s “getting [Kristen] Barneich will be paid $1,500 to know: Scott Smith” page. “My ongoing for designingCALENDAR Councilmember George’s overarching goal is always ADUs,” City Attorney to leave things in better Timothy Carmel said at shape than when I found OPINION the meeting. them.”

Arroyo Grande feels Some parents think their Send us your just as cozy as Cayucos. super is definitely part of the views and opinions to NEWS But, hey, three cheers for problem—not the solution. letters@newtimesslo.com. transparency? ∆ They’re also pointing fingers STROKES at trustee Chris Castillo— The Shredder is as transparent as Arroyo who apparently recommended the giant pay Grande. Send thoughts to shredder@ increase for his bosom buddy in December— ARTS newtimesslo.com. for being a little too cozy with Smith.

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Central Coast wedding professionals support one another as they ride the highs and lows of COVID-19

BY PETER JOHNSON

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fter a tumultuous 2020 that was upended by COVID-19, local wedding photographer Leana Myra decided she would take most of 2021 off—focusing her time instead on raising kids at home during a pandemic.

When she finally reactivated her wedding website this past December, the 13-year industry veteran quickly saw “the wedding boom” that her peers in the business had been talking about.

Compared to the doldrums of 2020, the number of inquiries that poured into Myra’s inbox was almost overwhelming.

“I wasn’t actually sure what it was going to be like—I’d heard there was a boom happening,” Myra told New Times.

“But I put my website back up, and just this month in January, I’ve booked 14 weddings. I’m having one after another, after another, after another. I’m getting multiple inquiries every single day.”

Myra said she’s certainly grateful for the work. Across its spectrum, COVID-19 hit the wedding industry hard in 2020, as many couples postponed or canceled their big days.

Patrick Ang, another local wedding photographer, admitted he “freaked out a little bit” in the months following March 2020. But ultimately, he made do, relying on a surge of elopements and small weddings, and some financial help from the government.

“It was kind of nice,” Ang reflected, “because the ceremonies were a lot more intimate and more comfortable.”

After two years, many of the early COVID-19 trends are still here—like smaller weddings and elopements—but the proverbial bottleneck burst wide open.

Local wedding professionals say they have

BOOKED 2022 is gearing up to be a historically busy year for weddings. Venues like the Madonna Inn in SLO, which are not accustomed to booking many non-weekend weddings, are filling up even on weekdays.

a historic year ahead.

“A lot of people have said they’re going to have busiest year of their career,” Myra said.

Venues like the Madonna Inn in SLO, which are not accustomed to booking many non-weekend weddings, are filling up even on weekdays due to the surge.

“After many cancellations in 2020, we did indeed have a lot of weddings rebook for 2021 and 2022,” said Amanda Rich, the Madonna Inn’s marketing manager.

“Since weekends are booking up, we are able to accommodate guests during the week, which is usually a slower time for us. So, the days when we normally would have no banquet business, we are seeing parties book.”

Amid these ups and downs, Central Coast wedding industry members said there’s been one constant throughout: a friendly, supportive community of peers. “Community over competition” is the mantra that industry leaders and veterans practice and preach.

“It’s a super supportive area,” Myra said. “It’s very unlike San Francisco, unlike LA, unlike every area I’ve worked in, in terms of community. There’s a lot of just knowledge here in the area that when you help your competition, they end

up helping you. There’s plenty of work for everyone to go around.”

Nowhere is that camaraderie more on display than at the annual Wedding Games—a fun-filled, action-packed day where dozens of Central Coast industry members get together to bond, blow off steam, and play wedding-themed games.

This year’s event took place on Feb. 6 at the Dana Powers House Wedding Venue in Nipomo—marking the games’ triumphant return to being in person after two years. All of the proceeds benefit the Special Olympics organization.

“Five years ago, I thought it’d be so fun if we had our own little wedding Olympics,” said Ang, the event’s founder.

“I came up with all these games that resemble wedding events. We have eight teams this year and they’re from a variety different backgrounds—photographers, coordinators, florists, etc.”

The games kick off with the “bridal entrance”—where each team comes out in matching outfits and performs a choreographed dance for judges. Then, there’s the “aisle gauntlet,” where teams run down the aisle as fast as they can while their peers try to slow them down with pool noodles. There’s also “the cake-eating contest,” “the first look,” “the bouquet toss,”

“the family portrait,” and more.

“It’s really entertaining,” Ang said.

“Afterward, a lot of connections are made.

Everyone is closer.”

Ang said the good vibes within the local industry are unique. He thinks it has to do with the friendly nature of this particular area.

“I think it’s just the Central Coast,” he said. “During COVID, just the mentality here, with the whole pandemic there is a lot of negativity, but as far as living here, I think it’s just more open-minded and people are kinder here. It’s not uncommon to see a helping hand.”

Myra echoed that sentiment, saying there’s an inclusive and welcoming attitude in the industry, especially now, as the demand for wedding services skyrockets into 2022.

“There’s so many weddings here that we all need help,” Myra said. “If you’re new, and you’re willing to do an assistant job for a while, you’re welcome. For some reason in other places, they have an attitude and give the cold shoulder. That really doesn’t happen here, and that’s so nice.” ♥ Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com.

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True to its name, Epiphany Bridal “It was really, really hard. Imagine Boutique not only gave Lariz the those who just got engaged before the realization that she’d found her perfect shutdown, and they cannot try on dress but also provided thoughtful service dresses. We created a waitlist throughout as she navigated wedding planning those months of people who wanted to through an active pandemic. come and gave priority to those who “Well, SLO doesn’t have that many pre-booked,” Ohanyan said. “We only do dress shops. To be completely honest, private appointments, so only one bride at I had no intention of buying a dress a time. All the girls who had purchased locally,” Lariz said. “I was planning on their dresses before the shutdown had to ordering something kind of on the cheap start their alterations. So we also had to side online.” maneuver those brides.”

But she didn’t want to miss out on the But Epiphany’s 14-year run since its experience of an in-store hunt for her Carmel beginnings ensured a loyal client wedding dress. Almost a year after she base. got engaged, Lariz stumbled upon the “I know there have been so many small newly opened SLO location of Epiphany businesses that have had to close, which and purchased her strapless A-line “not is so sad because people [put] their lives quite a ballgown” in in there. For us, we were August 2020, right in the because of our solid BOOK YOUR SLOT lucky thick of the pandemic. foundation. So, we got Go to epiphany-boutique.com/ “Two months after through it,” she said. appointmentscontact-us to schedule opening, we were in Ohanyan added that an appointment for wedding dress shopping and fittings. For same-day shutdown. Things happen wedding dresses, “almost appointments, depending on availability, … but you still continue like a baby,” take nine call (805) 439-1218. months to a year to to serve throughout the make. With the supply pandemic and make sure chain crisis and the that everyone knows pandemic in full swing, over-preparation their dresses are coming, make sure prevented last-minute scrambles. that everyone is talked to,” Epiphany “We always order more, knowing that co-owner Mariam Ohanyan said. “If something can happen. Someone can anything, it felt like after the shutdown, come in and say, ‘This is the color, and people started taking marriage even this is the style I’m looking for, and my more seriously, and people thought that wedding is in two months,’” she said. anything can happen in this life.

“We always carry back inventory, that’s “Love never got canceled during the what helps. If there was no time to order pandemic.”

Ohanyan joined Epiphany’s debut store something for [next] year, but someone in Carmel as the manager and lead bridal wants to get married in two months, we have a big selection, and I can quickly stylist. Soon, she became a co-owner and check if we have the same thing in now runs its SLO counterpart, which inventory. We were prepared always.” opened in January 2020. Ohanyan told But according to Ohanyan, New Times that like most businesses, transparency is the store’s true lifeboat.

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who had urgently switched over from other bridal stores because their wedding dresses weren’t made in time.

“We have always been very honest with our brides. If we know that a dress is going to take seven months to come in, we’re gonna tell them [that]. We’re not gonna sweet talk for a sale and say that it’ll be here in four months,” she said. “If it doesn’t come in within seven months, we’re the bad guys.”

Ohanyan added that Epiphany stocks multiple sizes of each dress style so clients can try them on immediately before opting for in-house alterations and customizations. Lariz enjoyed this range of options firsthand. She said that Ohanyan made her try on three other dresses, even though Lariz had already made her choice, to make sure that dress was exactly the option she wanted.

“Literally, the first dress she put me in fit me perfectly. I was glowing the minute I put it on. The one thing that was really nice was that she knew exactly what would fit me,” Lariz said. “I think all the dresses I tried on, for the most part, fit me pretty well, which was nice. I’m not a super tiny girl, I’m definitely on the bigger side of the size range. So, I feel like a lot of girls feel self-conscious in that experience where even though they can be custom-made or ordered, it still kinda sucks when no dresses fit you.”

Though she was set to wed in March 2021, COVID-19’s winter surge in 2020 delayed the event. Then they settled on fall 2021, but date clashes with the venue made them postpone again. Now, Lariz and her husband (they had gotten legally married in the meantime) will celebrate their nuptials in March this year. Her wedding dress is one of the reasons Lariz is having a destination wedding in New Orleans.

“I would have canceled the wedding 10 times if it wasn’t for this dress,” she said.

“Planning a wedding for 2 1/2 years is too long to plan a wedding. The constantly changing environment—now we’re dealing with the omicron surge—is so much additional stress.”

It’s Epiphany’s attention to detail that stuck with Lariz. She said that during her latest fitting, Ohanyan and her team asked Lariz to bring over her traveling suitcase before she leaves for New Orleans just so they could carefully wrap and pack the wedding dress into it. To Lariz, the effort from both sides cemented the reason to go ahead with her wedding, no matter its size.

“When you’re planning a massive event, it’s a really hard process to go through, and the longer it goes on the more frustrating it gets. You’re like, ‘Why am I going through all this hassle?’ Oh, for the dress,” she said. “I wanna wear that dress in front of as many people as will show up because that dress makes me feel amazing, and I’m so excited about wearing it.” ♥ Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at brajagopal@newtimesslo.com.

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hat does your dream wedding officiate look like?

Are you thinking dignified, temperate, and stately? Maybe clad in traditional vestments or a clerical collar or chasubles? For me, it was one of my besties wearing a kilt and sporran, black combat boots and red socks, and a black shirt and vest.

My wedding officiate didn’t go to seminary for three or four years. He became a minister in the easiest and fastest way possible.

“I was drunk and tooling around on the internet, then I remembered someone told me they got ordained online. So, I Googled it and five minutes later I was a minister.

The ordination was free, but I paid a little extra to get a card for my wallet and a doctorate in divinity. So, now I’m a reverend doctor, like Martin Luther King Jr.,” David Vienna explained.

Ordination in hand, David was able to perform my marriage to my awesome wife nearly a decade ago in a sunny glen at the See Canyon Fruit Ranch. The service was funny, personal, and much more special because the man joining Anna and me was our close friend.

You, too, could become a minister in five minutes and marry your friends and family. Go here: getordained.org. Go ahead. I’ll wait. When you come back, you could be a reverend doctor like David Vienna and me. Yes, full disclosure. I performed the wedding ceremony for David and his wife, Larissa, 19 years ago as a Universal Life Church minister.

Later, out of jealousy, I upgraded from a “minister” to a “reverend doctor” to keep up with the Viennas. Now when we see each other, we say, “reverend doctor,” and nod slightly. “reverend doctor,” the other says nodding slightly.

Unlike David, who’s only done a handful of weddings, I’ve performed a

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couple dozen. I became ordained around 1990 so I could perform my friends Wayne and Dena’s wedding at the Madonna Inn. Over the years, I married both my sisters, which only sounds weird. I married one brother-in-law, lots of close friends, and even a few strangers who sought me out by word of mouth. And David?

“Just three so far,” he admitted.

“Clearly word has not spread about what a fucking fantastic minister I am.”

Some people make a business of this. I searched online and found people asking for $350 to perform a service. I’ve never charged anything, and David said, “So far, my price is nothing but a bottle of nice bourbon.”

When I married David and Larissa, it was a co-officiated service with another friend, Jennifer Wordan, also an online ordained minister. Why in the world did they decide to go with Jennifer and me?

“Larissa and I agreed that weddings are typically pretty stuffy, so we wanted ours to be an epic party during which we took a few minutes to get married,” David explained. “So, having two of our best friends lead the ceremony seemed like the perfect way to do that. And we were right.”

It was an epic party. As we walked from the Cambria Pines Lodge down a back trail into town along a long staircase, I took a header, bounced back up to my feet, did the sweeping baseball “safe” sign, and kept on trucking.

When it was time to fill out the marriage license, I thought under the church affiliation section it would be fun to write “Lucky Lucky Boy” rather than “Universal Life Church.” Needless to say, the SLO County clerk refused to accept the license and we had to fill out a new one. There’s a price to pay for thinking you’re hilarious!

Is David still mad about that?

“No, but I’m not even going to tell you what I plan to write on your death certificate,” he quipped.

I should note that David and his wife, Larissa, are former colleagues at New Times. Now they’re big time Hollywood people, she’s doing graphic design for Warner Bros. studios, he’s writing books and screenplays. They have a pool in their backyard and everything.

I know David was raised Catholic, but one nice thing about having a friend do your service is you don’t have to include any religious angle if that’s not your bag.

“I always dug the idea of karma, but I’m not religious or spiritual, really,” David said. “That said, I don’t have a problem with religion nor do I have a problem incorporating that into a ceremony.

But my standard script is religion-free.

The most spiritual thing I do during a ceremony is quote Douglas Adams.”

I, too, can do or not do religion. During one wedding, at the request of the couple, I rented a clerical collar from a costume

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THE REVEREND DOCTORS Longtime friends David Vienna (left) and Glen Starkey became online ministers and performed each other’s wedding services, and you can too.

shop. It was weird how deferential people were. There’s definitely power in the clergy, and having people think I was a Catholic priest was uncomfortable.

I think it’s best to be up front and let people know that the church that ordained me used to advertise in the back of Rolling Stone. Other than that, having a minister’s license is cool. Sometimes I bless everyone’s cars in a parking lot for kicks. And overseeing a wedding? That’s a cherished memory!

“There’s literally no downside,” David noted. “I really enjoy being a part of such an amazing moment in people’s lives.

Everyone’s always so nervous, so I try to keep things light and fun. Plus, you gotta love an open bar.”

David had another reason to get ordained beyond drunk internet searches and open bars.

“Back when California first failed to legalize gay marriage, I posted all over social media that I would officiate any

LGBTQ ceremony for free,” he said.

“My point was it might not be legal in the state, but it would be in the eyes of whatever god you worship. In that way, even an atheist can use ordination to make a religious and/or sociopolitical statement.

“Also, a neat trick is randomly absolving the sins of your friends. You’ll be the life of the party!”

If a couple about to marry already has a minister, priest, rabbi, or imam they’re associated with, they basically know what their wedding service is going to look like.

Protestant, Catholic, Jewish, and Islamic weddings are mostly traditional affairs.

If that’s what you want, good on ya, mate.

But if you’re thinking a bit outside the box, maybe encourage one of your friends to take the minister plunge.

But don’t ask me. I’m retired. ♥ Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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“We postponed it a couple of times,” Alec said. “It got to the point where we started to have to really finalize the details, and we realized that there was no end in sight to the pandemic. At that point, it was like, ‘OK, when are we ever going to get married?’”

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The Buxtons hired Korinna Peterson, founder of SLO Pop-up Weddings, to help them plan their small and intimate wedding. Peterson also does full-blown weddings through her company Le Festin Events, but the pop-up division specializes in planning smaller weddings and elopements across the Central Coast, offering an easier and more affordable option for clients who just want to keep it sweet and simple.

“There’s two different kinds of couples out there,” Peterson said. “One who wants the full-blown wedding, and there are others who definitely just want the smaller, more intimate elopement.”

Within the past two years particularly, Peterson has seen the demand for those smaller weddings grow.

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propelled to elope or have these mini weddings, but they still wanted to get that feel of a ceremony and reception,” Peterson said. “I think a majority of the people are definitely looking at the cost factor.”

For the Buxtons, hiring a wedding planner wasn’t originally in the budget.

But once they switched gears to planning a mini wedding, they realized it was well worth it.

“I think when I originally started planning our wedding, I was like, ‘I could never get a wedding planner, I couldn’t afford this,’” Jaime said. “Then when I started talking to Korinna, she just was so affordable. To have someone help coordinate, it was amazing.”

Peterson has witnessed a new type of wedding emerge in recent years: It lies somewhere in between an elopement at the courthouse and a 200-person celebration.

“Originally, when I started the popup division of my company, it was really based more toward the traditional elopement: two people, a photographer, a coordinator, the officiant, and then flowers. One hour, and everybody’s happy,” Peterson said. “Then, within the last five years or so, a majority of our clients have requested if they can have maybe five people attend, to now we’re having 20 to 30 people attend.”

This trend became a necessity during the pandemic, as couples like the Buxtons were forced to cancel their bigger plans and opt for something smaller. But once the “I dos” were all said and done, the Buxtons said they wouldn’t have had it any other way.

“I think we both agree that we were

TYING THE KNOT SLO locals Jaime and Alec Buxton opted for a mini wedding, planned by SLO Pop-up Weddings.

both happy that we actually did a smaller guest count,” Alec said. “The intimacy of that was nice.”

Jaime added that with the smaller guest list, it was easy to keep the party rolling after the wedding.

“We took a small party bus into San Luis Obispo, and most of the guests got to ride on that,” she said. “If we had done a really big wedding we wouldn’t have been able to do that, and spend that extra time with people.”

Since Peterson also plans full-scale weddings through her company, she’s able to use the connections she already has in the wedding community to put on smaller

weddings without the huge price tag.

“Our package is all in one: You get the photographer, the officiant, a coordinator, we handle the flowers. We really customize the ceremony,” Peterson said.

Whether a couple chooses to have 20 or 200 attendees, Peterson said all the weddings she plans come back to sharing your special day with the people you love the most.

“I think the pandemic has made a lot of people realize the really important people in their life.” ♥ Reach Staff Writer Malea Martin at mmartin@newtimesslo.com.

MAKING IT HAPPEN After months of COVID-19 postponing their special day, the Buxtons finally got to tie the knot with an intimate ceremony in Harmony.

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SHAKE IT OFF

The Pacific Conservatory Theatre (PCPA) presents its upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, which is scheduled to open on Thursday, Feb. 17, and run through Sunday, March 6, at the Marian Theatre. Before entry, audience members over age 18 will be required to show proof of a full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours of the performance date. For more info, call (805) 922-8313 or visit pcpa.org. The Marian Theatre is located at 800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria.

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ALLISON REIMUS: FEELINGS IN A FAMILIAR FRAMEWORK New paintings by New Jersey-based artist Allison Reimus. Opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. ongoing 805-305-9292. leftfieldslo.com. Left Field Gallery, 1036 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos.

ART AND ABOUT LOS OSOS Join us for Art and About Los Osos, a self-guided art walk that gives the community an opportunity to experience visual, literary, and performing art in galleries and other venues throughout Los Osos. Events will not occur on major holidays. Second Saturday of every month, 1-4 p.m.

Free. 805-544-9251. artsobispo.org/art-and-about. Los Osos, Townwide, Los Osos.

COLLAGE TRANSFER TECHNIQUES Create inspirational art by delving into the many collage transfer techniques. Instructor will demo some of her favorite techniques, including some of the fussy applications.

Transfers can enhance your work with wonderful depth and transparency. Feb. 19, 1-4 p.m. $75 Members; $85 Non-Members. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/ index.php/shop/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. COSTA GALLERY: ART AND ABOUT LOS OSOS Costa Gallery is now featuring a private collection of encaustic artwork by Los Osos artists Margaret Bertrand and Bob Dodge. Second Saturday of every month costagallery.com. Costa Gallery, 2087 10th Street, Los Osos, 559-799-9632.

FEATURED CRAFT ARTIST DEBBIE GEDAYLOO Debbie Gedayloo is a self-taught fiber artist.

Her primary medium is wool but she also incorporates various other fibers into her art. Come see her felted tactile artwork.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Feb. 27 Free.

805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

FOR THE BIRDS EXHIBIT During this exhibit, you’ll find bird related fine art paintings, photography and three dimensional art to include pottery, sculpture, jewelry, glass, and more. Don’t miss this exciting exhibit and artist reception featuring live birds. This event is free and open to the public.

Through Feb. 21, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. FOREVER STOKED PAINT PARTY Join us at the

gallery, for a few hours to travel on a creative paint journey guided by a member of the fun loving FS crew.

You will receive as much or as little instruction as you prefer. No artistic experience is necessary. Saturdays, 7-9 p.m. $45. 805-772-9095. Forever Stoked, 1164 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay.

GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE: FINE ART PAINTING BY JEFF ODELL Jeff Odell is a Morro Bay plein air artist. He can be seen with his plein air easel and paints walking all over Morro Bay’s seaside and town looking for a new location to capture the beauty of the Central Coast through paint. Mondays, WednesdaysSundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Feb. 14 Free. 805-7721068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

MOSAIC TRIVET WORKSHOP During this workshop, you will learn how to design and create a mosaic trivet. You will learn how to select materials, lay out a pleasing pattern, and adhere the tiles to the trivet base. You will learn how to properly grout and seal your project. ongoing, 1-4 p.m. $60. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/workshops/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

ROAD TO MASTERY DRAWING CLASS With Marie Ramey. Six session class. This is a foundational beginning drawing class designed to teach basic drawing skills and on which more advanced skills can be developed. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. through Feb. 18 $130 per member and $140 per non-member. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org.

Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

SECOND SATURDAY: FEATURED ARTISTS OPENING RECEPTION Come by and see the Featured Artists Shows, find gifts for your loved ones, surprises for yourself, and meet the artists featured in the incredible gallery. Second Saturday of every month, 5-7 p.m. Free.

805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601

Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

STEVIE CHUN: FINE ART WATERCOLORS Stevie is a self-taught artist who found her love for watercolor while exploring different mediums. Her work has been displayed in group shows around Southern California.

Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Feb. 27 Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

VALENTINES COMEDY NIGHT AT THE SIREN: WITH HEADLINER ELLIS RODRIGUEZ Ellis Rodriguez is a stand-up comedian from Northern California, most recently featured on Kevin Hart’s Comedy Central show, “Hart of the City.” Feb. 14 $20-$25. 805-225-1312. eventbrite.com/e/ valentines-comedy-night-at-the-siren-featuring-ellisrodriguez-tickets-251729438527. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay.

WATERCOLORS AND PASTELS OF BOBBYE WEST-THOMPSON Bobbye West-Thompson’s vibrant pastels and pure pigment watercolors are up at Cambria Library. Tuesdays-Saturdays. through Feb. 24 Free. 805927-4336. slolibrary.org. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria.

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ART SHOW BY LOCAL ARTIST MICHELLE LEIGH WATSON Specs by Kyla in downtown Atascadero will be hosting an art show with local artist, Michelle Leigh Watson, for the month of February. The artist and show will also be highlighted at Atascadero Chamber of Commerce’s Art and Wine Walk. Feb. 11, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $25. 805-460-7575. Specs by Kyla, 5808 Traffic Way, Atascadero, specsbykyla.com.

DEPRISE BRESCIA ART GALLERY: OPEN DAILY Features a large selection of encaustic art, sculpted paintings, art installations, acrylic palette knife paintings, digital art, glass, jewelry, stones, fossils, and a butterfl y sculpture garden. ongoing DepriseBrescia.

New Times and the Sun now share their community listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running from SLO County through northern Santa Barbara County. Submit events online by logging in with your Google, Facebook, or Twitter account at newtimesslo.com. You may also email calendar@ newtimesslo.com. Deadline is one week before the issue date on Thursdays. Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood directly at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.

INDEX Arts ............................ [21] Culture & Lifestyle.......[25] Food & Drink..............[27] Music .........................[28]

com. Deprise Brescia Art Gallery, 829 10th St., Paso Robles, 310-621-7543.

STUDIOS ON THE PARK: ONLINE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Check site for a variety of virtual classes and workshops online. ongoing studiosonthepark.org.

Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805238-9800.

SUCCULENT HEART WREATH Get festive and create a beautiful heart succulent wreath while sipping delicious wine. Make it a fun Valentine’s date or invite your friends and family. Ticket price includes: all workshop materials, small food bites and 2 drink tickets.

Preregistration required. Feb. 13, 10 a.m.-noon $95.

805-226-2600. CreativeMeTime.com. Riboli Family of San Antonio Winery, 1917 Wisteria Lane, Paso Robles.

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ACTOR’S EDGE: ACTING CLASSES Actor’s Edge offers film and television acting training in San Luis Obispo, plus exposure to Los Angeles talent agents. All ages and skill levels welcome. Classes available in SLO, LA, and on zoom. ongoing $210 per month. actorsedge. com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

CALIFORNIA CENTRAL COAST PASTEL SOCIETY: 3CPS MEMBER ONLINE SHOW Discover California Central Coast Pastel Society’s new online exhibit, with vibrant contemporary and classical paintings in varied styles and themes. Find exhibit, workshop, membership, paint-out dates, and event info on website. Through March 31 Free. 3cps.org/3cpsonline-show/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE ARTS MEMBER ONLY EXHIBIT: ONLINE The Cambria Center for the Arts’ Gallery will remain closed through February, due to the spike in COVID-19 cases. The current show is available to view online, in the comfort of your own home 24/7. Through Feb. 28 805-927-8190. cambriaarts.org/ gallery-exhibit/?exhibition=18. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

CERAMIC HEART BOWLS Make a heart shaped ceramic bowl and pick out a glaze color. A great gift/ activity for the lovely holiday. Email to save your spot.

Feb. 11, 1-2 p.m. $45. slomakerspace.com. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo, 242-1285.

CERAMIC LESSONS AND MORE Now offering private one-on-one and group lessons in the ceramic arts.

Both hand building and wheel throwing options. Beginners welcomed. ongoing 805-835-5893. hmcruceceramics. com/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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UPCOMING SPECIAL PUBLICATIONS

FAIG AHMED: COLLISION SLOMA is pleased to present

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a solo exhibition of prolific contemporary artist Faig Ahmed. From his studio in Baku, Azerbaijan, Ahmed creates textile works that transcend and transform the history of carpet making in the region. Feb. 12-May 15, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, sloma.org/.

FREE DOCENT TOURS AT SLOMA Gain a deeper understanding of the artwork on view with SLOMA’s new docent tours. Saturdays, 11 a.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

IN THE MOMENT An exhibition featuring members of The Painters Group. These paintings represent specific moments that at first glance appear mundane but in actuality reflect profound realities of the artist’s lives.

Reception held during Art and About, on Feb. 4. Through March 27 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibition/ tpg-2022/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

LASER CUT VALENTINES JEWELRY Enjoy staining pre-cut earrings or necklace pendants while the laser engraves a personal message for your valentine on a holder for your jewelry piece.

Feb. 11, 4-5 p.m. $45. 805-242-1285. slomakerspace.com. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo.

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are a collection of kinetic creatures that explore a mother’s physical sensitivity to their child’s constant touch. Visitors are invited to interact with the forms, as suggested by adjacent action words. Through Feb. 28, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/ exhibition/touchy-touchy/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

VALENTINE’S DAY GIVE-AWAY Send a picture of your most creative Valentine’s Day card art for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to Art Central. All ages welcome. Feb. 13 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/ about/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

WALT WHITMAN GAY MEN’S BOOK CLUB Walt Whitman Gay Men’s Book Club meets virtually via zoom.

This club reads, studies and discusses books chosen by the group which relate to their lives as gay men. All are welcome. Second Monday of every month, 7-9:30 p.m.

Free. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

WRITE TO FIND YOUR INNER AHA! Reach your own inner truth and wisdom through a writing practice. Talk through the process of journaling to tap into your personal power. A Zoom series of three small-group sessions.

Email to join: leanjacobsen@gmail.com. Feb. 13, 3-4 p.m. and Feb. 20, 3-4 p.m. $55. 515707-1557. leanjacobsen.com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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OPEN STUDIO FOR ADULTS Call to

LEARN TO WEAVE MONDAYS An reserve. All materials included. Tuesdays, opportunity to learn how a four-shaft loom FEB. 10 – FEB. 17 6-9 p.m. and Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30 works. You will get acquainted as a new 2022 p.m. $35. 805-668-2125. lila.community. weaver or as a refresher with lots of tips and LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand tricks. This class includes getting to know a Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande. loom, how to prepare/dress a loom, and much much PERCUSSIVE DANCE CLASSES Come and dance more. Mondays, 1-4 p.m. $75 monthly. 805-441-8257. with us. Clogging is a similar to tap dancing and it’s Patricia Martin: Whispering Vista Studios, 224 Squire fun and easy to learn. Have fun dancing to all sorts of Canyon Rd, San Luis Obispo, patriciamartinartist.com. music, meet people, and get great exercise! No partners LEARN TO WEAVE WEEKEND A weaving weekendrequired. Adults and kids ages 8 and over. Thursdays, long series with lots of tips and tricks. This class 10-midnight through May 26 $20/month. 805-975-6601. includes getting to know a loom, how to prepare/dress Heritage Square Park, 201 Nelson St., Arroyo Grande. a loom, understand the terminology, and weave a scarf.

Feb. 19 and Feb. 20 $225. 805-441-8257. Patricia S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S Martin: Whispering Vista Studios, 224 Squire Canyon Rd, 2022 POETRY OUT LOUD FINALS Join us for San Luis Obispo, patriciamartinartist.com. the annual Poetry Out Loud competition. Accepting MASK MAKING AND HAT MAKING Geared for registration through Feb. 4 for students to submit a children and adults. ongoing Spirits of Africa Gallery, 570 recorded poem from the Poetry Out Loud anthology.

Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, spiritsofafricagallery.com/.

Finalists will recite their poems on Feb. 10. Feb. 10, 7-8 p.m. Free. 209-312-8653. tinyurl.com/SBPOLfinals22.

NEW ARTISTS AT SLO GALLERY SLO Gallery welcomes new painters, photographers, crafters and Corazon del Pueblo, 124 W. Main Street, Santa Maria. sculptors to the gallery, now under new management by FUNDRAISER WORKSHOP FOR STEVIE WISZ Wisz the Central Coast Artists Collective. Thursdays-Sundays, recently underwent her fifth open heart surgery. To help 12-4 p.m. through Feb. 27 centralcoastartistscollective. offset medical bills and travel related expenses, the org. SLO Gallery, 1019 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, studio will be donating 50 percent of revenue generated 805-926-5050. from this workshop to Stevie and her family. Feb. 12, NOBLES AMONG US: MATERIAL THOUGHTS ON 6-9 p.m. boardandbrush.com/orcutt. Board and Brush, A POETIC ECOLOGY A solo exhibition of artwork by 117 E. Clark Ave., Orcutt, 805-332-3348.

Sommer Roman, whose work aims to evoke a sense of LOCAL AND FEATURED ARTIST EXHIBITS Valley wonder about life and our relationship to “other,” and Art Gallery, located in the SM Airport, exhibits local and furthermore, recalls the essential mutuality between featured artist work. New exhibits are mounted the first plant, animal, and human that is core to our aliveness.

Tuesday of even-numbered months. Wide variety of art Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through April 1 Free. available for purchase. ongoing, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Free.

805-546-3202. cuesta.edu/student/campuslife/ 805-922-0663. Santa Maria Airport, 3249 Terminal Dr., artgallery/. Harold J. Miossi Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Santa Maria.

Obispo.

ORIGAMI VALENTINE WORKSHOP Join Library staff PAINTING CLASSES Easels, brushes, and canvases for a Valentine’s Day-themed origami workshop. Learn provided. Limited to 20 students. ongoing Spirits how to make origami hearts, heart shaped envelopes, of Africa Gallery, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, and heart shaped boxes. Registration required. Feb. 12, spiritsofafricagallery.com/.

12-12:30 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. cityofsantamaria.

PICKET PAINTING PARTY Decorative picket org/city-government/departments/library. Santa Maria purchasing opportunities are available to show your Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria. support and help fund maintenance and educational OUTDOOR UKULELE LESSONS For individuals 50 programs in the Children’s Garden. Second Saturday years and up, at no charge. Participants will learn to of every month, 1-4 p.m. $75 per picket or 2 for $100. play chords, melodies, and familiar songs. Five baritone 805-541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical ukuleles are available to borrow, or class members may Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo. bring one of their own. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 ROTARY DE TOLOSA BENEFIT: PAULA p.m. cityofsantamaria.org/register. Elwin Mussell Senior POUNDSTONE Paula Poundstone is a humorist, author Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria. and comedian known for her clever, observational SOCIAL DIS - DANCE Classes available for humor. Her television appearances include various late all skill levels. Class sizes limited. ongoing night talk shows and HBO specials. Feb. 12, 8-10 p.m.

Ever ybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., $30-$80. 805-756-7556. pacslo.org. Performing Arts Santa Maria, 805 -937- 6753.

Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

SECOND SATURDAYS FREE ART EVENT SLOMA’s Second Saturdays program features art-making activities that complement the Museum’s current exhibitions. It’s completely free and open to the public, on the lawn outside SLOMA’s Mission Plaza double doors. Second Saturday of every month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. through Dec. 10 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/ events/second-saturdays/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

SLO CAMERA CLUB Online Zoom meetings and competitions. Everyone is welcome. Visit site for meeting links. Second Thursday of every month Free to guest. slocameraclub.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

TOUCHY TOUCHY BY ARTIST MARRIN LEE MARTINEZ Soft kinetic sculpture exploring motherhood. The objects on display in this exhibition

WINE AND DESIGN VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON CLASSES Check Wine and Design’s Orcutt website

for the complete list of virtual and in-person classes, for various ages. Also offering kids camps for summer. ongoing Varies. wineanddesign.com/orcutt. Wine and Design, 3420 Orcutt Road, suite 105, Orcutt.

L O M P O C/ VA N D E N B E R G

COCKTAILS, KISSES, AND CABARET Come join us for a Valentine’s show that you won’t soon forget.

Cocktails, kisses, and cabaret is an AIDS/LifeCycle Fundraiser featuring live performances in song, dance, and comedy. Feb. 12, 8-10:30 p.m. $30. 805-5885863. Johnny’s Bar and Grill, 321 W. Ocean Ave., Lompoc.

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the arab music ensemble and Chookasian Armenian Folk Ensemble

$15 AND $20 GENERAL $10 STUDENTS

feb. 19

With Barbara and John Chookasian, and other guest musicians!

Cal Poly Ticket Office: 805-756-4849, pacslo.org

7:30 p.m. saturday Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo

For more information, visit music.calpoly.edu, email music@calpoly.edu, or call 805-756-2406.

CAL POLY’S JAZZ PROGRAM PRESENTS

winter jazz concert CASINO COMEDIAN

Prolific comedian and actor David Spade will perform at the Chumash Casino Resort in Santa Ynez on Thursday, Feb. 24, at 8 p.m. This Saturday Night Live alumnus is widely known for his roles in Tommy Boy, The Emperor’s New Groove, Grown Ups, and other films.

Admission ranges from $39 to $69. Visit chumashcasino.com for tickets and more info. The Chumash Casino Resort is located at 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez.

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FABLES, FOIBLES, AND FAIRYTALES BY ARTIST SUSAN READ CRONIN Bronze sculptures with humorous and allegorical themes by local artist Susan Read Cronin. Mondays, Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through April 17 Free. 805-686-1211. elverhoj.org.

Elverhoj Museum of History and Art, 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang.

SHARING THE LIGHT: ANSEL ADAMS AND ALAN ROSS This duo exhibition showcases the photography careers of both Ansel Adams (1902-1984) and Alan Ross (whose work is pictured), a longtime friend and former assistant of Adams. Through March 20 wildlingmuseum. org. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082.

CULTURE & LIFESTYLE NORTH COAST SLO COU NT Y

AXE THROWING Enjoy the art of axe throwing in a safe and fun environment. Kids ages 10 and older are welcome with an adult. No personal axes please. Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. $20. 805528-4880. baysidemartialarts.com. Bayside Martial Arts, 1200 2nd St., Los Osos.

CENTRAL COAST SLIM DOWN Take control of food without suffering. Learn a step-by-step process to take control of overeating, cravings, and feel peace with food. Build the habits, mindset, and your unique path with results that stick. Hosted byTami Cruz (Certified Health/Life Coach) and Dana Charvet (Coach/Fitness Trainer). ongoing Call for pricing info. 805-235-7978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

CENTRAL COAST WOOD CARVERS Learn the art of wood carving or wood burning. Join Central Coast Wood Carvers in Morro Bay at St. Timothy’s. Open for beginners, intermediate, or advance. Learn a wide range of techniques and skills. Mask Required. Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. St. Timothy’s Catholic

Church, 962 Piney Way, Morro Bay, 805-772-2840, sttimothymorrobay.org/index.html.

INTRODUCTION TO OUTRIGGER CANOE PADDLING WITH PALE KAI OUTRIGGER CLUB Pale Kai will be offering a free canoe demo and recruitment sessions in Morro Bay to get you out on the water. Join us for a fun intro to outrigger canoe paddling.

All equipment and instruction provided. Limited sign-ups.

Feb. 12, 8 a.m. Free. palekai.org/recruitment-program/.

Coleman Park, Morro Bay, 101 Coleman Drive, Morro Bay, (805) 772-6278.

TAI CHI AND QI GONG: ZEN IN MOTION Small group classes with 2019 Tai Chi Instructor of the Year.

Call for time and days. Learn the Shaolin Water Style and 5 Animals Qi Gong. Beginners welcomed. Mondays, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Call for price details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

World-renowned guitarist PAT KELLEY will perform with the CAL POLY JAZZ ENSEMBLES and CUESTA JAZZ ENSEMBLE Kelley has enjoyed a successful career as a studio and touring musician, recording artist, composer, producer, arranger, vocalist, recording engineer, and educator.

He taught guitar at the Thornton School of Music at the University of Southern California for 24 years. He recorded and toured with George Benson, Natalie Cole, Chick Corea, Dave Brubeck, Burt Bacharach, Jose Feliciano, and many others, including numerous symphony orchestras.

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FRIDAY AT 7:30 P.M. PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

$15 and $20 general, $10 students and Jazz Federation members Cal Poly Ticket Office: 805-756-4849, pacslo.org

For more information, visit music.calpoly.edu, email music@calpoly.edu, or call 805-756-2406.

TAI CHI CHUN CERTIFICATION With the 2019 Tai Chi Instructor of the year. Ongoing courses. ongoing Call for price. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

TAI CHI CHUN/ QI GONG BASICS Learn the foundation of Qi Gong, the rooting of breathing, and Shaolin Tai Chi. Tuesdays-Thursdays Call for details. 805701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

WEEKLY QIGONG PRACTICE AT FITNESSWORKS MORRO BAY Calm your mind and nourish your joints with a weekly Qigong practice led by Mike Raynor of Tai Chi Rejuvenation. The practice is rooted in Qigong fundamentals, and standing/moving meditations. Forms include: Eight Brocades, Five Elements, Shibashi 18, and Tai chi 24. Saturdays, 10:45-11:45 a.m. Members free; non-members $8-$10. 805-772-7466. fitnessworksmb. com. FitnessWorks, 500 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay.

ZEN IN MOTION Learn the Shaolin Water Style and other deep breathing and moving meditation techniques with the 2019 Taijiquan Instructor of the Year. Beginners Welcome.Instructor Certification Courses available.

Mondays, Wednesdays Call for details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

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THE DIVINE FEMININE: SACRED ANATOMY With Allison Lorne, Certified Nurse Midwife, RN. Allison will be guiding you through these Divine aspects: Yoni 101, Maiden, Mother, Crone, and Wisdom of the Womb. Feb. 12, 9-11 a.m. $44. 805-464-2838. oracleatascaderoca. com. Oracle, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

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EARTH SHINE AT THE RIVER WALK A monthly cleanup event at the River Walk in Paso Robles. Join our volunteers as we continue our efforts to help this scenic habitat/trail be as healthy and beautiful as possible.

Free pizza after the event. Third Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-noon through March 19 Free. 805-5914691. EarthShineOrg.com. Paso Robles River Walk, 141 Niblick Road, #417, Paso Robles.

EARTH SHINE IN ATASCADERO Earth Shine hosts a Community Cleanup event. Grabbers, safety vests, gloves, and bags provided. Wear long pants and closedtoed shoes to stay safe and water to stay hydrated.

Feb. 12, 10 a.m.-noon 805-591-4691. Sunken Gardens, 6505 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

NAR-ANON: FRIDAY MEETINGS A meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-2215523. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero.

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topics relating to ethical non-monogamy every month.

Virtually meet via Zoom. Third Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

CITY FARM SLO’S YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM Check site for more info on programming and summer camps. ongoing cityfarmslo.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.

COMPLIMENTARY SHOWERS WITH SHOWER THE PEOPLE After a short hiatus, the San Luis Obispo Library will once again be partnering with local non-profit organization, Shower the People. The shower trailer will be located between the library and parking structure. Toiletries provided. Sundays, 1-3 p.m. Free.

San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

DANCE CLUB: DANCE FITNESS CLASS WITH CHRISTIANA A mood-elevating, dance-centric dance

2022 Intentionally carve out time for quiet, FREE DAY AT THE GARDEN Join the movement, and a little self pampering in the SLOBG for this free admission day. Feb. 12, open air of the vineyard with Yogi Chelcy Westphal 10 a.m.-4 p.m. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, Johnson, of Mindful Movement Collective. Fridays, 9:303450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

10:30 a.m. $28-$150. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 GALA PRIDE AND DIVERSITY CENTER BOARD Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

MEETING (VIA ZOOM) Monthly meeting of the Gala TOPS SUPPORT GROUP: WEIGHT LOSS AND Pride and Diversity Center Board of Directors. Meets MAINTENANCE A self-help support group focusing virtually via Zoom and is open to members of the public. on weight loss and maintenance. Thursdays, 1:30 p.m.

Visit galacc.org/events to fill out the form to request 805-242-2421. tops.org. Santa Margarita Senior Center, meeting access. Third Tuesday of every month, 6-8 p.m.

2210 H St., Santa Margarita.

No admission fee. galacc.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

250 YEARS OF HISTORY Early California life on display including Mission and Bell Tower tours, music and dancers, food sampling, crafts and demonstrations; fun for the whole family. Feb. 20, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 805234-4457. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, missionsanluisobispo.org/.

BENEDICT’S DHARMA: BUDDHISTS REFLECT ON THE RULE OF ST. BENEDICT A spiritual conversation and book discussion on Zoom. Tuesdays, 10:15-11:45 a.m. through March 1 Free. 805-528-0654. stbenslososos.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

BEYOND MINDFULNESS Realize your potential

LGBTQ+ FED THERAPIST LEAD SUPPORT GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) A pro-recovery group offering space to those seeking peer support, all stages of ED recovery. We understand recovery isn’t linear and judgment-free support is crucial. Share, listen, and be part of a community building up each other. Third Wednesday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Free. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

MINDFULNESS AND MEDITATION (ONLINE MEETING) Zoom series hosted by TMHA. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon Transitions Mental Health Warehouse, 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-270-3346.

through individualized meditation instruction with an experienced teacher via Zoom. This class is for those who wish to begin a practice or seek to deepen an existing one. Flexible days and times. Certified with IMTA. Email or text for information. Mondays-Sundays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Sliding scale. 559-905-9274. theartofsilence.net. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

OUTDOOR YOGA CLASSES Hotel San Luis Obispo,

BIRD (AND BOTANY!) WALK The Garden is excited to present a monthly bird walk series which explores the intersection of birds and botany. Allow for a two-hour exploration on mostly flat terrain. Third Thursday of every month, 8-10 a.m. through Feb. 24 $10/members, $20/ public. 805-541-1400. slobg.org/calendar. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

Q YOUTH GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) This

CAL HOPE SLO GROUPS AT TMHA Visit website

and practice qi gong, a Chinese system for physical, mental and spiritual development. This class is conducted outdoors in a beautiful setting, which is the best place to do qi gong, as its inspiration is drawn from nature. Certified instructor: Devin Wallace. Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. $10. 805-709-2227. Crows End Retreat Center, 6340 Squire Ct., San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY BASKETBALL VS. CSUN Come watch

Costa Gallery offers affordable art, photography, pottery, jewelry, gifts & cards

CENTRAL COAST POLYAMORY (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) Hosting a discussion group featuring different

fitness class that enables you to live out your back-up dancer dreams. The choreography is curated to a culturally diverse playlist that is equal parts sassy and empowering.

Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 p.m. through Feb. 15 $15 per class (discounted multi- class package available). 805305-5609. DanceClubSLO, 3422 Miguelito Ct. Studio 3, San Luis Obispo, FEB. 10 – FEB. 17 ChristianaEnriquez.Zumba.com.

for full list of weekly Zoom groups available. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays calhopeconnect.org.

Transitions Mental Health Warehouse, 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-270-3346.

Glass Plates by Lisa Anderson

Feb. 13, 2-6 p.m. gopoly.com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

the Mustangs take on CSUN in a Big West Conference game. Feb. 10, 7-9 p.m. gopoly.com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

Piazza Hospitality’s first property on California’s scenic Central Coast, offers outdoor yoga classes on its rooftop terrace. Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays $10$15; complimentary for hotel guests. 805-235-0700. hotel-slo.com. Hotel San Luis Obispo, 877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. is a social support group for LGBTQ+ and questioning youth between the ages of 11-18. Each week the group explores personal, cultural, and social identity.

Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Free. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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Black History Month, this will be a Blackout Game; wear black to match the team and be one the first 1,500 fans to get a black rally towel. Feb. 12, 7-9 p.m. gopoly. com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

good core group of friends who gather to discuss topics we love/ care about from movies, outings, music, or being new to the area. We come from all walks of life and most importantly support each other. Transgender and Nonbinary folks welcome. Third Friday of every month, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. sloqueer.groups.io/g/ lezbfriends. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. UC DAVIS Cheer on the Mustangs against UC Davis. Feb.

SLO NOONTIME TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETINGS Want to improve speaking and leadership

CAL POLY BASKETBALL VS. UCSB In celebrating

17, 7-9 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS. UC RIVERSIDE It’s the annual Play4Kay game; raising money for the fight against women’s cancers. Wear pink to the game, make a donation, or participate in the raffle to raise money for the Kay Yow Cancer Fund. Feb. 19, 2-4 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY WRESTLING VS AIR FORCE AND CSU BAKERSFIELD A Cal Poly Wrestling doubleheader as the Mustangs battle Air Force and CSU Bakersfield.

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skills in a supportive and positive environment? During COVID, we are meeting virtually. Contact us to get a meeting link for info. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. Free. slonoontime.toastmastersclubs.org. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.

SLO TABLE TENNIS This local table tennis club is open to anyone. Many tables available and new players welcome. Games for all ability levels. Sundays, 4-7 p.m., Tuesdays, 7-10 p.m. and Thursdays, 7-10 p.m. Free.

805-540-0470. Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo.

SUNDAY EVENING RAP LGBTQ+ AA GROUP

(VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) Alcoholics Anonymous is a voluntary, worldwide fellowship of folks from all walks of life who together, attain and maintain sobriety.

Requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Email aarapgroup@gmail.com for password access. Sundays, 7-8 p.m. No fee. galacc.org/events/.

Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS OF PERSONS WITH FTD (FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA) A welcoming meeting providing information and support for caregivers of people with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). FTD is a dementia that affects younger people and is very difficult for families. This is an open group. Caregivers can drop in for information, supportive discussion, and caregiving tips. Second Saturday of every month, 2:30-4 p.m. through Jan. 14 805-471-8102. calpoly.zoom.us/j/83141446835. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

TOASTMASTERS ANNUAL AREA SPEECH CONTEST: REACH FOR THE GOLD Watch Toastmasters contestants compete for their Area Gold over Zoom. Contestants span the beautiful California Central Coast from Paso Robles to Lompoc. Feb. 12, 9 a.m.-noon Free. toastmastersdivisiond.wordpress.com/.

Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

TRANS* TUESDAY A safe space providing peerto-peer support for trans, gender non-conforming, non-binary, and questioning people. In-person and Zoom meetings held. Contact tranzcentralcoast@gmail. com for more details. Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. GALA Pride and Diversity Center, 1060 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-541-4252.

WWII HISTORY OF BLACK COAST ARTILLERY REGIMENT IN SLO COUNTY Historian Erik Brun and friends present They Faced the Rising Sun: The 54th Coast Artillery Regiment on the Central Coast in WWII, the story of Black soldiers deployed here with two batteries of heavy artillery to defend against Japanese attacks. Also available on Zoom. Feb. 18, 2-3:30 p.m.

Free. 805-550-7713. southcountyhistory.org/. San Luis Obispo Library Community Room, 995 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

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MIXED MEDIA FOR AGES 5-6 AND 7-12 For ages 5-6 (Mondays) and 7-12 (Tuesdays). Mondays, Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15 p.m. 805-668-2125. lila.community. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.

POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE TOURS Tours will give you a glimpse into the lives of Lighthouse Keepers and their families, while helping keep our jewel of the Central Coast preserved and protected. In-person and virtual tours offered. Check website for more details.

Wednesdays, Saturdays pointsanluislighthouse.org/.

Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

WEEKLY DROWNING RESCUE COURSES Facility advertised as open and safe. Give the office a call to register over the phone. Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Members $130; Non-members $160.

805-481-6399. 5 Cities Swim School, 425 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, 5citiesswimschool.com.

S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

30 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED IN SANTA MARIA/ ORCUTT Community Partners in Caring is seeking volunteers to help support dependent older adults and seniors. ongoing partnersincaring.org. Santa Maria, Citywide, Santa Maria.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION The NAACP of Santa Maria and Lompoc are partnering with the Santa Maria Public Library to celebrate Black History Month. Join us in celebration with speeches, dance, poetry, and much more. Feb. 19, 3-4:30 p.m.

805-925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org/city-government/ departments/library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

COMMUNITY HIKE AT POINT SAL TRAILHEAD A hike to the ridge overlooking Point Sal. Beautiful wildlife, flora, and stunning views of the northern Santa Barbara coastline await those that attend. This will be a dogfriendly hike. Hosted by the Dunes Center. Feb. 13, 9 a.m.-noon my805tix.com. Point Sal State Beach, Brown Road, Guadalupe.

FEEL GOOD YOGA Tuesdays, Thursdays, 8:30-9:30 a.m. 805-937-9750. oasisorcutt.org. Oasis Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

SMVGS MEETING Visitors welcome. Contact smvgs. org for program and location info. Third Thursday of every month, 2:15-4 p.m. smvgs.org. Santa Maria Valley Genealogical Society, 908 Sierra Madre, Santa Maria.

VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS OVER ZOOM Visit site or call to learn about various virtual workshop offerings. ongoing Varies. Unwind Studio, 130 N. Broadway, suite B, Santa Maria, 805-748-2539, unwindsantamaria.com.

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FOOD & DRINK

TWIRL AND SWIRL VIRTUAL VALENTINE WINE TASTING EVENT A music and wine virtual pairing in honor of Valentine’s Day. Sarah Farley, will be teaming up with Kala Maxym from Five Senses Tastings to curate wine and music pairings and artisanal chocolates.

Feb. 12, 3-4 p.m. $59; or $89 for 2. 805-434-5607. onxwines.com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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MORRO BAY FARMERS MARKET A delightful mix of local farm fresh products, baked goods, crafts, and more. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. 805-824-7383.

Morro Bay Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay, facebook.com/ MorroBayMainStreetFarmersMarket/.

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PISMO BEACH FARMERS MARKET Features various vendors selling their goods. Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m. Pismo Beach Farmers Market, Pismo Pier, Pismo Beach, 805.

773.4382.

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2022 VFW 2814 CHILI COOK-OFF Calling all chili makers and lovers, join the VFW 2814 of Atascadero for an afternoon of great homemade chilis, a sundae bar, raffle prizes, and a Valentine’s Day Bake Sale. Feb. 12, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 805-466-3305. vfwpost2814.org/ chili-cook-off.html. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) 2814, 9555 Morro Road, Atascadero.

S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

PRESQU’ILE WINERY: WINE CLUB Call or go online to make a reservation to taste at the winery or find more info on the winery’s Wine Club offerings. ongoing presquilewine.com/club/. Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, 805-937-8110.

BRUNCH IS BACK Celebrate the second Sunday of the month with brunch. Enjoy a two-hour cruise on the waterfront. Features fresh coffee, pastries, and more.

Second Sunday of every month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $50. 805772-2128. chabliscruises.com. Chablis Cruises, 1205 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

FANCIFUL FUSIONS

Studios on the Park in Paso Robles presents its latest group exhibition, Sweet and Sour, through Monday, Feb. 28. This collaborative show features a variety of paintings, photos, and mixed media pieces from several participating artists and artisans, including Richard Mortensen, whose fused-glass work is pictured. Call (805) 238-9800 or visit studiosonthepark.org for more info on the exhibit. The gallery is located at 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

—C.W.

BURGERS AND BRATS LUNCH AT VFW 2814 Enjoy a hot-off-the-grill hamburger, cheeseburger, or handmade bratwurst sandwich at VFW Post 2814 in Atascadero. Starting at only $5, each meal comes with choice of toppings and condiments, a bag of chips, and a bowl of chili. The public is welcome. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. through Dec. 28 $5. 805-466-3305. vfwpost2814.org/canteen.html. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) 2814, 9555 Morro Road, Atascadero.

DECADENT DESSERT AND WINE PAIRING CLASS Sommelier Cass Tarantino will lead you through a pairing and tasting of some of the best (and most unique) wines to pair with decadent desserts. Feb. 12, 1:30 p.m. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

MADRID NIGHT VALENTINE’S EVENT Join us as

a six-course menu paired alongside our award-winning wines. Feb. 13, 6 p.m. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

TACO TUESDAYS La Parilla Taqueria will be in courtyard serving up their delicious tacos and tostadas every Tuesday. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero, 805460-6042, ancientowlbeergarden.com.

TED’S ESTATE BEEF WINEMAKER DINNER: OSSO BUCO Chef Charles has prepared a beautiful five-course

we harness the romance, music, and cuisine of one of the most romantic cities in the world: Madrid. Feb. 12, 6-9:30 p.m. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

dinner, and Ted Plemons has carefully paired each course with a special selection of Cass wines. Feb. 18, 6 p.m. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

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DENTAL CARE

805-242-1076. themondayclubslo.org. The Monday Club, 1815 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

WINERY Wine by the glass and bottles are also available for purchase. Check site for specific virtual tasting packages. ongoing Free. 805-239-1730. casswines.com/. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

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KALYRA: PURCHASES AND PICK-UPS Offering varietals from all over the world. Tuesdays-Sundays, 12-5 p.m. 805-693-8864. kalyrawinery.com. Kalyra Winery, 343 N. Refugio Rd., Santa Ynez.

STANDING SUN: CELLAR CLUB Visit site for Cellar Club details and more info. Mondays-Thursdays, 11 a.m.5 p.m. 805-691-9413. standingsunwines.com. Standing Sun Wines, 92 2nd St., Unit D, Buellton, 805-691-9413.

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THE BAND OF HEATHENS LIVE Feb. 16, 7:45 p.m.

The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-225-1312, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

THE BLASTERS LIVE Feb. 19, 8 p.m. The Siren, 900

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EASTON EVERETT DUO Folk, indie, and world beat.

two generous helpings of lasagna from Giuseppe’s restaurant, a choice of red or white wine, a loaf of crusty ciabatta bread, an antipasto salad in a mason jar, and imported dark roasted coffee. Feb. 14, 4-6 p.m. $100.

Main St., Morro Bay, 805-225-1312, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

Feb. 19, 5-7 p.m. eastoneverett.com. The Clubhouse Grill at Sea Pines, 250 Howard Avenue, Los Osos, 805528-2333.

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Obispo, 805-543-0639.

THEE SACRED SOULS LIVE Feb. 10, 7 p.m. SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo, 805-5431843, slobrew.com.

EMO NIGHT WITH MARKO DESANTIS Feb. 12, 7:30 p.m. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-2251312, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

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Contemporary jazz. Feb. 12, 1-4 p.m. eastoneverett. com. Broken Earth Winery, 1650 Ramada Dr., Paso Robles, 805-239-2562.

AMERICA’S DIAMOND: STARRING JAY WHITE Presented by the Clark Center. Exclusively Sponsored

by Nan’s Pre-Owned Books. Rescheduled from 2020.

Jay White is Neil Diamond in this tribute which captures the heart and soul of one of America’s most popular songwriters. Feb. 19, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $45-$58. 805489-9444. clarkcenter.org/shows/americas-diamondstarring-jay-white/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

MOTHER CORN SHUCKERS LIVE Feb. 18, 8 p.m.

The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-225-1312, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Come join us each Wednesday for Open Mic Night in the downstairs dining area. Grab some friends and show off your talents. Food and drink service will be available. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-9953883. schoonerscayucos.com. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos.

DJ DRUMS Fridays, 9-10 p.m. Mongo’s Saloon, 359 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, 805-489-3639.

THE KINGSTON TRIO Presented by Long Man

ORCHESTRA NOVO GOES SMALL Orchestra Novo

Productions. In celebration of their nationwide 65th anniversary tour, the iconic folk group performs their best-loved songs. Feb. 12, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $22-$56.

805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/shows/kingston-trio/.

Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

is delighted to invite you to join this special all-Mozart chamber music concert featuring Michael Nowak and Friends. Feb. 20, 3-4:30 p.m. $30. 805-458-2080.

Trinity United Methodist Church, 490 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos, trinitylososos.org.

ROUTE 66 BAND LIVE Feb. 11, 8 p.m. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-225-1312, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

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BY THE CENTRAL COAST FOLLIES An annual fundraising event to benefit Parkinson’s Disease research. Central Coast Follies has donated nearly $400,000 since their first performances in 2003. This volunteer group is made up of dedicated dancers and singers. Feb. 20 $20-$45. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter. org/shows/a-whole-lot-of-nonsense/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

THREE-4-ALL LIVE Feb. 12, 2:30 p.m. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-225-1312, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

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BARREL ROOM CONCERT: CARBON CITY LIGHTS Enjoy the views of the hilltop vineyard and the rad tunes of Carbon City Lights. This free concert will have tasty wine and food available for purchase. Feb. 20, 4-6 p.m. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

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VALENTINE’S DANCE Santa Maria Recreation and Parks and the Santa Maria Valley Senior Club presents this Valentine’s Dance, featuring Riptide Big Band with vocalist Bob Nations. Funded by the Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo County. Feb. 13, 1:30-4 p.m. Free. 775-813-5186. RiptideBB.com. Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria.

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SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES PI JACOBS TRIO Songwriters at Play host Steve Key presents an afternoon of live music featuring LA-based singersongwriter Pi Jacobs and her trio. Pi plays what she calls an “Americana bluesy rock thing.” Joining for guest sets: Leslie Rae Thompson, Steve Key, and Rob Kimball. Feb. 12, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. stevekey.com/ events. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES THE BILLY NOVAS Songwriters at Play host Steve Key presents an afternoon of live music featuring Washington Statebased duo, The Billy Novas. Vocalist Marianne Flemming, originally from South Florida is a veteran performer who has won numerous awards for her songwriting. Special guests include Douglas Romayne. Feb. 19, 12:303:30 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. stevekey.com/events.

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CAL POLY ARAB MUSIC ENSEMBLE WINTER CONCERT The Arab Music Ensemble will perform a variety of seminal Arab art music along with celebrated selections from historically related cultures. In addition to the orchestra and choir that comprise the ensemble, a dance troupe will feature prominently in the show. Feb. 19, 7:30-9 p.m. $10-$20. 805-756-7556. pacslo.org.

The ensemble will perform a variety of seminal Arab art music along with celebrated selections from historically related cultures. In addition to the orchestra and choir that comprise the ensemble, a dance troupe will feature prominently in the show as will critically acclaimed guest artists Feb. 19, 7:30 p.m. $10-$15. 805-756-4849. music.calpoly.edu/calendar. Performing Arts Center, 1

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The San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre (SLO Rep) presents its latest production, The Marvelous Wonderettes, which premiered at the beginning of February and is scheduled to run through Sunday, March 6. The plot of this jukebox musical centers on four friends during their high school prom and follows them to their high school reunion 10 years later. For more info on the show, including its COVID-19 safety protocols and admission requirements, visit slorep.org. SLO Rep is located at 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.

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Jazz Ensemble and Vocal Jazz Ensemble will share this concert with a special guest ensemble from the Cuesta College Jazz Program, directed by Ron McCarley. Feb. 18, 7:30 p.m. $10-$15. 805-756-4849. music.calpoly. edu/calendar/. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

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Enjoy live music with Louie Ortega every Wednesday, while sipping your favorites in the Wine Bar and Craft Beer Garden. No cover. Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m. Free. 805-544-9463. slowineandbeerco.com/events. SLO Wine and Beer Company, 3536 S. Higuera Street, Suite 250, San Luis Obispo.

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Music

Strictly Starkey

BY GLEN STARKEY

Deep soul grooves Thee Sacred Souls recapture the falsetto ’70s soul sounds

PHOTO COURTESY OF THEE SACRED SOULS

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s always, check with venues before you arrive in case a show has to be canceled at the last minute, but there’s some dope-ass shit this week, starting with old-school soul act Thee Sacred Souls, whose Jan. 12 canceled concert was rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 10, at SLO Brew Rock.

Presented by (((folkYEAH!))) and SLO Brew Live (7 p.m.; 18-and-older; $25 plus fees presale at slobrew.com or $28 plus fees day of show), this may be the perfect show to take your significant other to.

This band is romantic AF, with a sound that’s “inspired by the ‘souldies’ around which they were reared,” according to their bio. Think Smokey Robinson and Marvin Gaye.

The San Diego core trio features Josh Lane on vocals, Sal Samano on bass, and Alex Garcia on drums, but they’re often augmented by a horn section and backup singers. The band begun when multiinstrumentalists Samano and Garcia started cutting demos together in 2019.

“Though the jams they created together were scintillating, it wasn’t until they connected with vocalist Josh Lane that the real sound of Thee Sacred Souls came into focus,” their band bio explained.

“Josh had recently relocated to San D. from Sacramento where he had studied singing, honing his voice into a weightless vehicle that could carry the Smokey-esque lyrics and Marvin-ous melodies he had bubbling within him. The connection was electric, Josh’s mellifluous poetry floating weightlessly atop Alex and Sal’s rhythms, and Thee Sacred Souls were born.”

Also at SLO Brew Rock, check out quintessential California rock act The Mother Hips on Saturday, Feb. 12 (7:30 p.m.; 18-and-older; $22 plus fees presale at ticketweb.com). These local favorites now have 11 studio albums under their belts, including their newest, Glowing Lantern (2021), filled with funky, psychedelic, folky sounds.

Co-conspirators

Good Medicine and Numbskull present a very cool collaborative project this Wednesday, Feb. 16, when Band of Heathens and Nicki Bluhm play The Siren (doors at 7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $27 plus fees presale at eventbrite.com or $30 at the door). Instead of one opening for the other, they’re joining forces for a West Coast tour that’s featuring songs from the Heathens, Bluhm’s own catalog, and material they’ll collaborate on together, including their very cool cover of The Rolling Stones’ “Tumbling Dice.”

“The collaboration began almost two years ago at the start of the pandemic when the Heathens started their weekly

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deliver “a diverse collaboration of soulful and sometimes meditative selections.”

These are two of our finest local players. Mulgrew’s got a superb tenor voice and writes amazing originals, and Albanese is an extraordinary violinist.

Expect love songs, romance, and more!

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Visit the website right now to “register for the concert or make a donation, and you can even order your own custommade ‘Valentine’s Ditty’ for your sweetheart,” Mulgrew added.

More music …

Vocalist and pianist Dawn Lambeth will appear with the Robert Albert Quintet as they bring 1960s-style supper club jazz to the Madonna Inn every Thursday in February, including Feb. 10, 17, and 24, from 7 to 11 p.m. Bandleader Albert is on trumpet, with Darrel Voss (drums), Dylan Johnson (bass), and Karl Welz (sax).

“With an incredible ballroom floor, this TRUE BLUE GRASS is a great evening for dancers,” Lambeth Grammy-nominated fiddler Bruce Molsky and clawhammer noted. “Expect jazz and swing, waltzes, OLD-SCHOOL SOUL The Sacred Souls play banjoist Allison de Groot play cha-chas, bossa novas, and even an SLO Brew Rock on Feb. 10, rescheduled from Feb. 15, in The Milking Parlor at occasional vintage country tune, a bit of their canceled Jan. 12 show. the Octagon Barn. an homage to where we are.”

PHOTO COURTESY OF NICKI BLUHM PHOTO COURTESY OF BRYNN ALBANESE Lambeth, a gifted interpreter of the AND JODY MULGREW Great American Songbook, will also appear solo at Paso’s AMSTRDM Piano Lounge this Saturday, Feb. 12 (sets at 6:30 and 8:15 p.m.; reservations suggested at amstrdmpaso.com/events).

“A newer venue that opened last year, AMSTRDM is a wonderful addition to our town, complete with a nice sound system and beautiful Steinway piano,” Lambeth added.

Retro-rock cover act Unfinished Business presents a ’60s Rock and Roll Sweetheart Valentine Dance this Saturday, Feb. 12, at the SLO Guild SWEETHEART STREAM Violinist Hall (7 to 10 p.m.; $15 plus fees presale Brynn Albanese and singer-songwriter BLUHM BLOOMS California native and at my805tix.com or $20 at the door). The Jody Mulgrew are collaborating on a current Nashville resident Nicki Bluhm Nipomo Knights of Columbus will do a COVID-19-free livestream Valentine’s Day will team with Band of Heathens during a beer and wine bar as a fundraiser. Think concert on Feb. 14. special collaborative concert on Feb. 16 of this as an old-school sock hop with the at The Siren.

Mountain Drifters, and they’ll be best music of the ’60s. exploring fiddle and banjo duets “from Take a deep dive into all things livestream show, The Good Time Supper redneck when The Redneck Files plays tradition into the future.”

Club,” according to press materials. “The the Frog and Peach Pub on Tuesday, Come early! Doors open at 6 p.m. show ran for 52 episodes, and Bluhm Feb. 15 (10 p.m.; 21-and-older). Featuring with a community old-time jam.

Proof was a frequent musical collaborator and Nashville recording artist Jessica of COVID-19 vaccination is required to guest on the show. They continued their Lynne Witty and Pacific enter.

Masks must be worn working relationship with a successful Northwest rock artist throughout the concert. string of shows across Texas in 2020.”

MUSICChris Jones, their This event is being coAlso at The Siren this week, get sad at Emo collaboration is meant to Night with Marko DeSantis from Sugarcult sponsored by the SLO Send music and be a spoof on The X-Files, County Stumblers and on Saturday, Feb. 12 (7:30 p.m.; 21-andFLAVOR/EATS club information to but “instead of exploring Bluegrass Music Society older; $10 plus fees presale at eventbrite. gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. the paranormal, they of the Central Coast. com or $12 at the door). The guitarist will be explore what it means to INFO DJing, spinning all your favorite late-’90s and be a redneck,” according Valentine’s Day 2000s pop punk and emo hits. to press materials. “Special Agent livestream dream Witty, a redneck herself, believes in the CALENDAR Bluegrass superstars Want to enjoy a romantic evening with existence of the redneck way of life, while your significant other without braving the Special Agent Jones, still a skeptic, has Grammy-nominated fiddler Bruce OPINION coronavirus? Never fear, because violinist been assigned Molsky and clawhammer banjoist to the case to musically Brynn Albanese and singer-songwriter Allison de Groot appear in concert collaborate rock music into his cohort’s Jody Mulgrew have you covered with a this Tuesday, Feb. 15 (7 p.m.; all ages; country music genre.”

NEWS livestream concert on Monday, Feb. 14, Sounds like fun. ∆ $25 presale at eventbrite.com or $30 at at 7 p.m. the door), in The Milking Parlor at the Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey “Cuddle up from the comfort of your Octagon Barn in SLO. STROKES at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

They’re both members of Molsky’s own home,” Mulgrew said, promising to

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Arts Artifacts

Gallery at Marina Square holds joint reception for February artists

On Saturday, Feb. 12, Gallery at Marina Square in Morro Bay will hold a joint reception for Jeff Odell, Debbie Gedayloo, and Stevie Chun, as the venue’s featured artists for the month of February. Each of the artists’ respective exhibits will remain on display at the gallery through Sunday, Feb. 27.

According to the gallery, Odell has been painting plein air pieces in Morro Bay for more than three decades. Like Odell, Chun is also a painter, while Gedayloo is a self-taught fiber artist whose primary medium is wool.

“I love the tactile nature of the fibers and their ability to lend themselves to both the realistic and the playful,” Gedayloo said in press materials. “It is wonderful to sit with the fibers and create every day, and the added level of joy experienced by sharing with others heightens the creative process.”

While Gedayloo and Odell are local to the Central Coast, Chun lives and works in Southern California. She paints with a variety of media, but her favorite is watercolor because of its unpredictability and ability to flow freely, she said in press materials.

“I found a deep love for watercolor and use it in many of my pieces,” Chun said. “My work depicts autobiographical experiences. Through my art, I am able to share both the ecstasies of my life and the struggles of trying to understand the world around me.”

Call (805) 772-1068 or visit galleryatmarinasquare.com for more info on these three artists’ current exhibitions at Gallery at Marina Square. The venue is located at 601 Embarcadero, suite 10, Morro Bay.

Clark Center hosts annual fundraiser with the Central Coast Follies

The Central Coast Follies presents its 20th annual fundraiser production, A Whole Lot of Nonsense, at the Clark Center for Performing Arts on Sunday, Feb. 20, and Sunday, Feb. 27, starting at 3 p.m. both days.

Proceeds from the show benefit Parkinson’s disease research. To date, the Central Coast Follies—a local group of volunteer singers and dancers—has raised nearly $400,000 since its first fundraiser in 2003. Tickets range from $20 to $40.

Attendees of the show must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or show proof of a negative COVID-19 test result received within 48 hours prior to the performance.

Call (805) 489-9444 or visit clarkcenter.org for more info. The venue is located at 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood

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ilmmaker Baz Luhrmann traded swords for guns when he gave Romeo + Juliet a contemporary setting. But you won’t find either of those in playwright Dave Hudson’s Muskie Love, another modern retelling of a Shakespeare classic.

“Mine is bigger than yours!” one character exclaims to his rival as they brandish fishing rods during a lightsaber-esque duel.

Set in 1990s Wisconsin, Muskie Love— playing at the Great American Melodrama in Oceano through March 12—centers on a quirky fishing community off the shores of Lake Michigan. It’s a story where nearly every MUSIC CAN YOU REEL THE LOVE? During the Great American Melodrama’s production of Muskie character has some kind of cheeky scheme Love, an unlikely romance blossoms between Green Bay locals Bea (Meggie Siegrist, left) and Ben up their sleeves—one of which leads to an (Ben Abbott, right), based on Beatrice and Benedick, respectively, from William Shakespeare’s Much FLAVOR/EATS unlikely romance, much like its 17th century Ado About Nothing. counterpart, Much Ado About Nothing.

Most of the action takes place outside and Roy’s niece, Bea (Meggie You certainly don’t need to be a Shakespeare INFO Roy’s Bait Shop, where Siegrist), become the trio’s targets, buff or even a casual fan to enjoy Muskie Love, fisherman Claude both of whom proudly voice their a lighthearted crowd pleaser with a lively cast.

Lakeside seats (Henry Fisher) rekindles contempt for one another for the The Lion King still works regardless of whether CALENDAR The Great American Melodrama a friendship with a whole marina to hear on a daily presents its production of or not you’ve read Hamlet, right? childhood pal, Sarah Muskie Love through March 12. basis. But their insult slinging This two-act musical was directed and Performances take place on (Madison Davis), and OPINION gradually subsides once they choreographed

by Eric Hoit and is followed by Thursdays and Fridays at 7 p.m., faces undeserved begin eavesdropping on certain the Melodrama’s latest vaudeville revue, City Saturdays at 2 and 7 p.m., and scrutiny from a park conversations in town. This Lights, which includes skits that take place in Sundays at 6 p.m. Attendees are NEWS ranger, DNR Doug (Toby carefully curated gossip leads each required to wear face coverings different landmark cities around the world, Tropper)—whose title, of the pair to believe the other has throughout the show, except when during various stretches of time. actively eating or drinking. abbreviated from the fallen head over heels for them but One sketch transports viewers back to STROKES The theater is located at 1863 Front Department of Natural will never admit it. ancient Rome during the St., Oceano.

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Farve, her favorite Green Bay Packer who she latter’s new relationship with I’ll sum up my rating with two words, one daydreams of marrying someday. After Sarah Sarah. Between all the perilous plotting lies syllable each: thumbs up! ∆ and Claude hit it off, the two lovebirds hatch a the punchy song and dance numbers (with plan with Roy (Billy Breed), owner of the bait lyrics by Hudson and music by Paul Libman) Don’t rain on Calendar Editor Caleb shop, to strike a romantic match between two and zesty pun-driven banter audiences have Wiseblood’s charade. Send comments to come to expect from the Great American hardheaded fellow fishers they mutually know. cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.

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o-writer/director Roland Emmerich helms this disaster flick about Earth’s moon falling out of its orbit and threatening to destroy our planet. Conspiracy theorist and amateur “megastructurist” K.C. Houseman (John Bradley) discovers what’s happening but can’t get NASA to listen, so he seeks out disgraced former astronaut Brian Harper (Patrick Wilson), who on a space mission a decade ago lost a crew member to what he described as a black swarm. His fellow astronaut Jocinda “Jo” Fowler (Halle Berry) was knocked unconscious during the mission and couldn’t back up his account, but now to save the planet and their respective family members, the two estranged former colleagues must set aside their differences, launch into space, and with Houseman’s help, find a way to get the moon back in its orbit. (130 min.)

Glen It’s official! This is the worst movie I’ve ever sat all the way through. If we weren’t reviewing it, I would have walked out and never given it another thought.

Instead, I sat through more than two hours of eye-rollingly bad dialogue, a preposterous plot even by sci-fi standards, alternately wooden or desperately overacted performances, and silly CGI. And it’s not even like I went in with high expectations! I know what a hack Emmerich is. Sure, Independence Day (1996) was campy fun, The Patriot (2000) was stirring melodrama, and Stargate (1994) was clever sci-fi, but The Day After Tomorrow (2004), 2012 (2009), and just about any of his other movies are bombastic brain cell killers. Moonfall is Emmerich’s dumbest film yet. If I told you the film’s big reveal, you’d understand just how terrible this waste of time is. Like a lot of his disaster flicks, there’s a desperate but failed attempt to up the emotional ante. Fowler and Harper both have kids and estranged spouses who end up traveling together to get to a military installation, encountering dangers at every turn. As the moon gets closer to Earth, tsunamis strike, gravity

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goes bonkers, and the atmosphere is sucked away. It’s all meant to be very dramatic, and I kept hoping the film might achieve “so bad TOO THE MOON, ALICE! K.C. Houseman (John Bradley, it’s good” status, but left), Brian Harper (Patrick Wilson, center), and Jocinda “Jo” nope. This movie stinks.

Fowler (Halle Berry, right) launch into space to stop the moon Anna Hollywood is from falling on Earth, in Moonfall, a disaster of a disaster movie. such a mystery to me sometimes. How this far, the film’s only grossed a scant $3.4 script and film got greenlit is absolute million. What really blows me away is that insanity to me—I feel like I lost two-plus hours of my life. I can’t imagine how much audiences have sort of liked it. It’s got a 68 percent audience score! Who are these time (and frankly, life spirit) was lost to those involved in making this monstrosity. people? I’m actually surprised the critics score is as high as it is at 40 percent! I It’s supposed to feel big and bold; instead, love a B movie, but this steaming pile of it’s garish and boring. These aren’t bad excrement has no redeeming qualities. actors either, so watching them play out What a waste of talent! Michael Peña this drivel is painful. Berry won a Razzie plays car salesman Tom Lopez, who’s for worst actress in 2005 for her role in now married to Harper’s ex-wife, Brenda the notoriously terrible Catwoman, but at least that film gave us something to (Carolina Bartzcak). He’s supposed to laugh at. This is taking itself so seriously, be a shallow jerk, a butt of some of the clunkily trying to pull out emotions from film’s lackluster attempt at humor, but his the audience for characters we’ve been character arc is to become a hero. It’s all given absolutely no reason to care about. so clunky. The great Donald Sutherland is Sure, I wanted the kids to survive—I’m no in this, given nothing to do. These actors monster—but even their storyline is hard deserve better, but I cringed watching to care about. There are three writers them gamely deliver the most trite, fauxlisted on IMDB for this film, and honestly, emotional dialogue ever set on paper. The I’m flabbergasted by that. The painfully movie’s intellectually offensive. Steer clear. bad dialogue feels like what happens Anna I really like Peña, and Sutherland when you have 18 people badly writing is an absolute treasure—both are totally and revising a project that should have wasted here. Why waste the money and been scrapped from the get-go. I literally talent if you aren’t going to give these organized my purse while watching this people something interesting to do or say? in the dark theater—sorting through It’s maddening. They truly just threw old gum wrappers and receipts felt like a the whole pot of spaghetti at the wall in much better use of my time. hopes that something would stick, but it Glen You actually can’t blame Hollywood didn’t. Save your money and your time on for this one. Shot in Montreal, the film’s this one. Δ budget was between $138 million to $146 million, making it one of the most expensive independently produced films of Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey and freelancer Anna Starkey write Split all time. Those independent producers— Screen. Glen compiles streaming listings. there are 16 listed on imdb.com—must be wringing their hands right now. So Comment at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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It’s twist driven and meant to string along a mystery, and while it may not land as the next big hit, I had a great time binging this series. Any fan of Bell is going to appreciate what she has been given in this role and how she lets us get to know the perfectly imperfect character that Anna is. (eight 22- to 30-min. episodes) —Anna

What’s it rated? G When? 1966 Where’s it showing? HBO Max

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his largely forgotten gem from 1966 recently found its way to HBO Max, and for any serious cinephile, it’s essential viewing—an existentialist Western with a minimalist style filmed in the Utah desert in 1965 by director Monte Hellman at the same time as Ride the Whirlwind, which shared stars Jack Nicholson and Millie Perkins.

The story, written by Carole Eastman under the nom de plume Adrien Joyce, revolves around Willet Gashade (Warren Oates), a former bounty hunter trying his hand at gold mining. After some time away from his mine, he returns to find one of his mining partners, Coley (Will Hutchin), in a panic. It seems their other two partners came back from a night on the town and in their drunkenness trampled “a little person.” One was shot in camp by an unseen sharpshooter, and

the other had run off.

A while later, they hear a gunshot, and soon a woman (Perkins) walks into camp saying her horse broke its leg, so she shot it. She hires Gashade to help her across the desert to a far town, and he agrees as long as Coley comes along. It soon becomes clear they’re being tailed by a mysterious figure (Nicholson), and that he and the woman have some kind of plan hatched, perhaps to catch their mining partner and punish him for trampling what may have been a child.

Psychologically tense, the film is a slow build to a perplexing yet provocative conclusion. Hellman went on to direct other classics like Two-Lane Blacktop (1971) and Cockfighter (1974), both featuring Oates, and though this film never saw a theatrical release, as Nicholson’s star grew brighter, it was saved from obscurity. (82 min.) Δ —Glen

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Eighty years of eats Vic’s Cafe keeps comfort food and the classic American diner alive in Paso Robles

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ark Schwartz has been going to Vic’s Cafe for 18 years, but it’s not just the perfectly cooked pancakes and waffles that keep him coming back. It’s also the people.

“The service is always fabulous,” Schwartz said. “I compare it to that TV show Cheers, where you walk in and everybody knows your name. It’s just like family there.”

Schwartz said he grabs breakfast at Vic’s two to three times a week, and he always orders pancakes or waffles.

“The pancakes are just amazingly hot, and the waffles are kind of crispy,” he said. “Whenever I walk in there’s just a very warm greeting. In fact, they always say to me, ‘You want pancakes or waffles today?’ That’s how consistent I am.”

Vic’s Cafe is celebrating 80 years in the Paso Robles community this year, and Schwartz is just one of the many longtime customers who appreciate the restaurant’s classic and consistent diner food, along with “the warmth and friendliness that the staff gives off,” as Schwartz puts it.

Owner Dee Aud, who bought the business with co-owner Brett Skinner in 2018, told New Times that it was important to her to keep quintessential diner items on the menu—something Vic’s has been getting right for eight decades.

“I would call it classic diner food,” Aud said. “We have people who drive [to Vic’s] twice a week from Salinas because we’re one of the few places that still offers liver and onions. I think we’re the only restaurant around here that offers trout and eggs as well.”

A customer favorite is Larry’s Combo— two eggs, two strips of bacon or sausage, and a choice of pancakes, French toast, or a cinnamon roll.

CLASSIC DINER The 1940s staff and restaurant are the archetype of a classic American diner—a feeling that Vic’s continues to keep alive today.

COMING RIGHT UP Eighty years later, Vic’s is still serving up all the classics—plus plenty of menu additions to cater to different diets and preferences.

Here, a Vic’s chef serves up a chile relleno omelet.

RESTAURANT NAMESAKE Vic Buckley, the original owner and founder of Vic’s Cafe, started the restaurant 80 years ago in 1942.

Classic comfort

Learn more about Vic’s Cafe, which has been serving classic diner dishes and comfort food since 1942, at vicscafepasorobles.com or call (805) 238-3988. Find them on Facebook at facebook.com/ vicscafepasorobles. The restaurant is open from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. every day and is located at 841 13th St., Paso Robles.

“The cinnamon roll is ordered a lot,” Aud said. “We have great big cinnamon rolls, and we make our own cream cheese icing in-house.”

The Larry’s Combo is named after former owner Larry Eastwood, who

bought the restaurant in the 1970s after original owner Vic Buckley passed away.

Aud said when she and Skinner took over from Eastwood in 2018, they kept a lot of the old favorites while updating ingredients.

“We started making more things

from scratch, sourcing some more local ingredients,” Aud said. “We changed the fruit, now we have seasonal fruit, and we updated the gravy recipe.”

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Flavor “It was really, really hard,” Aud said.

“For a while I had to furlough everybody accessible to people with dietary because everything was takeout only. … restrictions. payroll protection [program funds] helped “We offer a lot more gluten-free options. a lot. I was able to bring people back in as My husband has celiac disease, so that’s soon as I got that money.” really important to him,” Aud said. “We Now, the bigger challenges are supply added a dedicated gluten-free toaster— chain issues and increasing ingredient just made it so that the separation was prices. clear, so there wouldn’t be any cross “I’m having to redo the menu because contamination. … We added our own inof Proposition 12,” Aud said, referring to house, vegan, gluten-free veggie patty a new California law that requires hog that we make ourselves.” farmers to give pigs more room, which Aud said she was drawn to buy Vic’s is making bacon prices go up. “So I’m Cafe because she could see how valued having to raise prices.” it is in the community—not just because Despite some of the challenges of the of the restaurant’s longevity, but also last two years, Aud said her committed because it sticks to traditions and customers and hardworking staff—some affordable prices. of whom have worked at Vic’s for more “Twenty years ago, there was probably than a decade—keep everything afloat.

10 percent of the restaurants that there Janet Davalos Mendoza, a server and are right now,” Aud said. “A lot of [the new the front of house manager, has been with restaurants] are really high-end, sort of Vic’s for nine years. trendy places.”

“I started working there washing She recalled a time where Vic’s got a dishes, and later after three or four years bad Yelp review: Someone complained I moved to beMUSIC a waitress,” she said. “You that the dishware looked feel like you are in a family too vintage. restaurant. You know FLAVOR/EATS “I keep the color everybody coming in, and scheme looking original,” what they’re eating, what they’re drinking.

Aud said. “That actually INFO Send tidbits on everything “It’s a big family, and worked in our favor food and drink to that’s why I love that because people read the bites@newtimesslo.com. place.” ∆ CALENDAR review and they came in—just because Vic’s is Staff Writer Malea Martin an old classic.”

OPINION Combo with a will take the Larry’s Surviving the pandemic has been cinnamon roll, please. Reach her at challenging, especially when COVID-19 mmartin@newtimesslo.com. first shut everything down.

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FILE NO. 2022-0021 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MATHENY SERVICES, 391 Sequoia #11, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Ronald S Matheny (391 Sequoia #11, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ronald S Matheny. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-04-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-04-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0041 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TEMPLETON MOBILE HOME PARK, 60 2nd Street, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Jim Ehrke (9926 Sage Hill Way, Escondido, CA 92026). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jim Ehrke. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-05-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 01-05-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0078 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST ALTERNATIVE THERAPEUTICS & REJUVENATION, 725 Villa Nona, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Sarah C Frost (725 Villa Nona, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sarah C Frost. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-11-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0111-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0080 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ONE OF ONE, 555 S 13th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County.

Jake David Wolstenholm (3880 Angeles Rd., Santa Maria, CA 93455). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jake Wolstenholm, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-1122. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 01-11-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0081 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/11/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GEORGIPIES CATERING, 8550C El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Margie Peau (9505 Las Lomas, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Margie Peau, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-11-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-11-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-0084 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/11/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CORVINK, RAVEN STITCH, KAIJU COLLECTIBLES, 1760 Creston Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Denis Caron (1760 Creston Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Denis Caron. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-1122. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy.

Exp. 01-11-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0086 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TOP NAILS AND SPA, 2421 Golden Hills Rd., Ste. 103, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Top Nails Pamper, Inc. (2421 Golden Hills Rd., Ste. 103, Paso Robles, CA 93446).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Top Nails Pamper, Inc., Vu Pham, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-1222. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy.

Exp. 01-12-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0090 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SURF GEMS, 1871 13th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402.

San Luis Obispo County. Ahlgrim L. Abigail (1871 13th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Abigail L. Ahlgrim. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-12-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 01-12-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0091 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/10/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SIERRA ADVISORS, 1348 Cecelia Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Valeska Nemetz Inc. (1348 Cecelia Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Valeska Nemetz Inc., Valeska Nemetz, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-13-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-13-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0096 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS, 2389 Curlew Ct., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Felix Frank Guida (2389 Curlew Ct., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Felix Frank Guida. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-13-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-13-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0097 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DR. DENT, 3110 Sand Dove Place, Creston, CA 93432.

San Luis Obispo County. Cazier Enterprises, Inc. (3110 Sand Dove Place, Creston, CA 93432). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Cazier Enterprises, Inc., Jeffrey T Cazier, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-13-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-13-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0099 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CARE OF COHOST, 13500 Old Morro Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422-2020. San Luis Obispo County. April A Peet (13500 Old Morro Rd., Atascadero, CA 934222020). This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ April A Peet.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-14-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-14-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0105 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY REAL ESTATE GROUP, 799 Story Street, Nipomo, CA 93444.

San Luis Obispo County. Bee M Dodson, Eli D Dodson (799 Story Street, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Bee M Dodson.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-14-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-14-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0106 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MONARCH HILLS EDUCATION, 1221 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Laureen Michele Wallravin (176 Pine St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420), Ana Lilian Mercado (608 Howard St., Apt. E, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), Amanda Nicole Dutra (556 Via La Barranca, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Unincorporated Association Other Than A Partnership /s/ Laureen Michele Wallravin, Treasurer.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-18-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0108 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PURE SKINCARE, 531 Marsh Street, Unit A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Shellie Catherine Schaffer (104 Twin Ridge Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Shellie Catherine Schaffer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-18-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0113 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/25/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DANCE OF HEALING, 1248 E. Grand Ave. Ste. D, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Deana Michelle Challis (2700 Cienaga St. Spc. 26, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Deana Michelle Challis, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-18-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-0130 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/19/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GREENHOUSE COFFEE CO, 1064 E Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Hope United (1052 E Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Hope United, Cheryl Perry, Secretary.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-19-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-19-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0114 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, EMPOWER YOGA STUDIO AND COMMUNITY BOUTIQUE, 775 West Grand Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Zimmerhoff Adventures LLC (749 Manhattan Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Zimmerhoff Adventures LLC, Robyn Brinkerhoff, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-18-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-0120 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/30/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MAC-AIR, 1198 Farroll Road, Bldg #3, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County.

Roderic K Mackenzie (765 Mesa View Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Roderic K Mackenzie. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0118-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-0121 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HALCYON FARMS INC., 1075 The Pike, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

Halcyon Farms Inc. (2725 Grell Lane, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Halcyon Farms Inc., Jeffrey Pienack, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-18-27.

January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-0128 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BARE BEAUTY BAR, 172 Falcon Crest Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Veronica Cavazos (1411 E. Lahr Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93454).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Veronica Cavazos.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-18-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-0134 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/30/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BEYOND / HELLO, 923 Huber St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County.

Milkman, LLC (923 Huber St., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Milkman, LLC, Jon Barack, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-20-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-20-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-0137 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A RARE AFFAIR, 9010 Carmelita Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County.

Consuelo J Reynolds (9010 Carmelita Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Consuelo J Reynolds. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-20-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-20-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-0141 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/20/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SWEET REEF, 630 Embarcadero, Unit B, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County.

Boba and Buns LLC (569 Mitchell Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Boba and Buns LLC, Jared Squire, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-20-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy.

Exp. 01-20-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-0145 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ASCEND LIMOUSINE RENTALS, 992 Fair Oaks Ave., Apt. B., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Nicole Marie Danks, Randy Danks (992 Fair Oaks Ave., Apt. B., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Nicole Marie Danks. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-20-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 01-20-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-0153 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VISIONS IN STONE ART, 14450 Santa Ana Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Salvatore Joseph Orlando (14450 Santa Ana Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Salvatore J. Orlando.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-21-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-21-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0161 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/10/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TODO BUENO THE ALL GOOD GRILL, 1178 Hartford Street, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Todo Bueno, Inc. (1178 Hartford Street, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Todo Bueno, Inc., John Mackinnon, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-21-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 01-21-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0183 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/24/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GAIAS GARDEN AND APOTHECARY, 280 Harbor Street, Unit C, Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. Summer Dawn Birchell, Sierra Ashley Mace (475 Pacific St., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Summer Dawn Birchell.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-24-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0186 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MR.MICHAELS STORE, 746 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Rachel Weintraub (506 Felton Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rachel Weintraub. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0124-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0162 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALMA, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Uma Coisa Nova Inc (601Grover Street, San Luis Obispo, Ca 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Uma Coisa Nova Inc, Robin Covey, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-21-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-21-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-0187 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/24/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE GRAD, 3650 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

William Bogdan (11005 Escondido Rd. Atascadero, CA 93422), Jed E John (1343 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ William Bogdan, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-24-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0168 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/25/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL CA COMMERCIAL, 12353 N Friant Rd., Fresno, CA 93730. Fresno County.

Ennis Commercial & Investments, Inc. (12353 N Friant Rd., Fresno, CA 93730). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Ennis Commercial & Investments, Inc., Jared B. Ennis, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-24-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0182 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/24/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JAWNS SUPPLY, 83 Mariposa Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Jacob Stokes (83 Mariposa Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jacob Stokes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-24-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

NOTICE REQUESTING PROPOSALS FOR BID TITLE

LEGAL NOTICES

FILE NO. 2022-0190 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PAUL’S GARDENING & MAINTENANCE, 442 Tanner Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Paul M Worrell (442 Tanner Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Paul M Worrell. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-24-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-24-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0194 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TEENY TINY FLOWER FARM, 612 Larkfield Place, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Jennifer Griffin Parham (612 Larkfield Place, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jennifer Griffin Parham, Owner/ Operator. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-24-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

The City of San Luis Obispo is requesting sealed proposals for services associated with the REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PREPARATION OF TRANSIT INNOVATIONS PLAN. All firms interested in receiving further correspondence regarding this Request for Proposals (RFP) will be required to complete a free registration using BidSync (https://www.bidsync.com/bidsync-app-web/vendor/register/ Login.xhtml). All proposals must be received via BidSync by the Department of Finance at or before FEBRUARY 25, 2022 when they will be opened electronically via BidSync.

All firms interested in receiving further correspondence regarding this Request for Qualifications will be required to complete a free registration using BidSync (https://www.bidsync.com/bidsync-app-web/vendor/register/ Login.xhtml).

All qualifications must be received via BidSync by the Department of Finance at or before FEBRUARY 25, 2022 when they will be opened electronically in BidSync.

An optional pre-proposal conference will be held to answer any questions that the prospective proposers may have regarding the City’s request for proposals.

Project packages and additional information may be obtained at the City’s BidSync website at www.BidSync.com.

For technical help with BidSync please contact BidSync tech support at 800-990-9339.

February 10, 2022

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2022 AT 9:00 AM 5 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT

01. Consent Agenda – Item Nos. 1-7 & 12 & Res. 2022-021 thru 2022023, approved.

02. Res. 2022-024 proclaiming February as “Children’s Dental Health Month” & Res. 2022-025 proclaiming February as “National Meat Month”, adopted.

03. Public Comment Period - matters not on the agenda: L. Owen & H. Ensign: speak. No Action Taken.

04. Closed Session. Anticipated Litigation: Significant exposure to litigation: No of potential cases: 4. Initiation of litigation: No of potential cases: 3. Application Filed by PG&E in the 2021 Nuclear Cost Triennial Proceeding (U39E A.21-12-007) Application Filed by PG&E in the 2021 Nuclear Cost Triennial Proceeding (U39E A.21-12007); SLO Co. Citizens for Good Government, Inc., Gomez, Maruska, Villa v. Co. of SLO Board of Supervisors, SLO Co. Superior Court Paso Robles Branch, Case No. 22CVP-0007. Conference w/ Labor Negotiator re: SLOPA; SLOGAU; SLOCEA-T&C; DCCA; Sheriffs’ Mgmt; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Mgmt & Confidential Employees; SDSA; UDWA. Report out. Open Session.

For more details, view the meeting video at: https://www.slocounty. ca.gov/Departments/Administrative-Office/Clerk-of-the-Board/Clerk-ofthe-Board-Services/Board-of-Supervisors-Meetings-and-Agendas.aspx Wade Horton, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk February 10, 2022

Wastewater Pretreatment Standards Violations A federally mandated industrial wastewater monitoring program is in effect in the City of San Luis Obispo. The City of San Luis Obispo’s Pretreatment Program was established to provide protection to the Water Resource Recovery Facility (WRRF) and wastewater collection system by controlling the introduction of non-domestic wastes to its facility and system. This program is required by law and uses the Federal General Pretreatment Regulations (40 CFR 403) and the City’s Sewer Use Ordinance to enforce the general discharge prohibitions and specific Categorical Pretreatment Standards.

To fulfill public participation requirements of the Pretreatment Program, significant violators of the wastewater discharge regulations must be published in the local newspaper at least once a year. Therefore, those industrial users of the City sewer system who have significantly violated discharge regulations will be published with a brief summary of the nature of the violation(s).

The City of San Luis Obispo has found the following industrial/ business facilities to have had significant violations during 2021: California Polytechnic State University Discharge violation of Ammonia and BOD, Municipal Code Chapter 13.08.040 Kairos Manufacturing, Inc. Discharge violation of Copper and Zinc, Municipal Code Chapter 13.08.040 Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center Discharge violation of Copper, Municipal Code Chapter 13.08.040 A “significant violation” or “significant non-compliance” has been defined as any of the following: chronic violations of wastewater discharge limits (66% or more of all measurements taken during a six-month period exceed the daily maximum limit or the average limit for the same pollutant parameter); technical review criteria violations (33% or more of all measurements for each pollutant parameter taken during a six-month period equal or exceed the product of the daily average maximum limit or the average limit multiplied by the applicable technical review criteria); any other violation of a pretreatment effluent limit that has caused interference with or pass through; any discharge that has caused imminent endangerment to human health, welfare or the environment, or that has resulted in the POTW’s exercise of its emergency authority; failure to meet within 90 days after the scheduled date a compliance milestone contained in a local control mechanism or enforcement order for starting construction or attaining final compliance; failure to provide within 30 days after the due date required reports; failure to report accurately noncompliance; or any other violation which will adversely affect the operation or implementation of the local pretreatment program.

Additional information regarding the Pretreatment Program is available by contacting Christina Claxton, Environmental Programs Manager at (805) 781-7425.

February 10, 2022

INVITATION TO BID (SUB BIDS ONLY)

CITY OF SLO ORDINANCE NO. 1707 (2022 SERIES)

GENERAL CONTRACTOR:

MAINO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INCORPORATED

PROJECT NAME:

CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY SAN LUIS OBISPO UPPER SPORTS FIELDS ARTIFICIAL TURF REPLACEMENT PROJECT

PROJECT LOCATION:

BLDG. 162 - CAL POLY STATE UNIVERSITY, SLO, CA 93407

PROJECT OWNER:

TRUSTEES OF THE CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY

ARCHITECT:

HARRIS ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

BID DATE & TIME:

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2022@ 12:00 P.M.

PRE-BID SITE REVIEW:

N/A

ESTIMATE/BUDGET:

$3,900,000

ANTICIPATED SCHEDULE:

5 MONTHS

START DATE:

APRIL 4, 2022

COMPLETION:

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022 (CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OVERTIME AND WEEKEND WORK ANTICIPATED TO MEET PROJECT SCHEDULE)

SCOPE OF WORK: Work consists of demolition of the existing artificial turf and shock padding from all three fields, electrical and communications upgrades at fields, earthwork and subgrade preparations for new artificial turf, storm drain upgrades, domestic water system upgrades, fencing upgrades, and new field athletic equipment.

The following trades are excluded and performed by the Design-Assist Contract (FieldTurf): Supply and Installation of Artificial Turf, including all striping.

The University will be performing the following trades: Plumbing, Electrical & Data BIDS SHALL BE EMAILED TO: tomm@mainoslo.com and sonnys@mainoslo.com BID REQUIREMENTS: 1. Subcontractors must be bondable and may be required to provide Payment and Performance Bonds.

2. Bid Bond is not required.

3. Safety Record is of the utmost importance. Subcontractors with aggregate EMR Rate of 1.5 over the past three years may be disqualified.

4. Prevailing Wage TO VIEW PLANS/SPEC: Plans and specs may be downloaded from ASAP Reprographics at www.asapplanroom.com Plans and specs may also be viewed at the following Builders Exchanges: - SLO County Builders Exchange – www.slocbe.com - Santa Maria Valley Contractors Association – www.smvca.org - Central California Builders Exchange – www.cencalbx.com Maino Construction Company, Incorporated is an equal opportunity Contractor. It is the responsibility of each Subcontractor to view all pertinent information and documents prior to submitting a proposal.

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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 36 (STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING FOR CERTAIN PURPOSES OR IN CERTAIN PLACES), OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO MUNICIPAL CODE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, at its Regular Meeting of January 11, 2022, introduced the above titled ordinance upon a motion by Council Member Pease, second by Vice Mayor Christianson, and on the following roll call vote: AYES: Council Member Marx, Pease, Shoresman, Vice Mayor Christianson, and Mayor Stewart NOES: None Ordinance No. 1707 (2022 Series) – This is a City Ordinance to amend Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic), Chapter 36 (Stopping, Standing and Parking for Certain Purposes or in Certain Places), of the Municipal Code to include the following changes: • Added and modified language to allow for commercial areas to participate in the City’s parking permit district program; • Added language indicating that parking districts are not allowed in areas that have paid parking; • Added clarifying language on when a section applies to commercial areas versus residential areas versus both areas; • Removed fees associated with the replacement of lost, stolen, or defaced permits since these fees are now contained within the City’s Comprehensive Fee Schedule.

A full and complete copy of the aforementioned Ordinance is available for inspection as part of the published agenda packet for the February 15, 2022 Council Meeting, or you may call (805) 781-7100 for more information.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo will consider adopting the Ordinance at its Regular Meeting of February 15, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. held via teleconference. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel https://youtube. slo.city.

Teresa Purrington City Clerk February 10, 2022

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WHO:

San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors

WHEN: Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out placement of this item on the Board of Supervisors Agenda, go to the County’s website at www.slocounty.ca.gov on the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date.

WHAT:

Hearing to consider an appeal (APPL2021-00015) by Janis Blattner of the Planning Department Hearing Officer’s approval of a Minor Use Permit (DRC2019-00131) to establish up to 22,000 square feet of indoor (mixed-light) cannabis cultivationcanopy within 27,500 square feet of greenhouses; a maximum of 5,500 square feet of ancillary nursery and a maximum of 5,500 square feet of ancillary processing (i.e., drying only) within the proposed greenhouses; ancillary transport; a 2,350 square foot utility and storage structure for processing; and a 22-kilowatt-hour ground-mounted, gridtied solar system. Additional development includes the installation of security fencing and equipment, water tanks, landscaping, parking and access improvements, and demolition of an existing hay barn. The project would result in approximately 1.7 acres of ground disturbance on an approximately 40.7-acre site, including 6,558 cubic yards of cut and fill. A parking modification is requested to reduce the required number of parking spaces from 55 to 5. The project is within the Agriculture land use category and is located at 10150 Bar Bb Lane, Arroyo Grande, in the Huasna-Lopez Sub Area of the South County Planning Area.

County File Number: DRC2019-00131 085-012-054 Supervisorial District: 4

Assessor Parcel Number: Date Accepted: February 20, 2020

WHERE: DUE TO COVID-19, THE CHAMBERS MAY NOT BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The hearing will be held either virtually via Zoom or in-person at the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey St., Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. If the meeting is held virtually, public access to the virtual hearing will be posted on either the Board of Supervisor’s Agenda or the Addendum to the Agenda. Please refer to the Board of Supervisor’s meeting page at https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Board-of-Supervisors/ Board-Meetings,-Agendas-and-Minutes.aspx. Agendas are posted online on Tuesday’s before the schedule meeting and Addendum’s are posted online on Friday’s before the scheduled meeting.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: You may contact Hannah Nguyen, Project Manager, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, 976 Osos Street, Room 300, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, (805) 781-5600. The staff report will be available for review the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date on the County’s website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 2100 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) was prepared and circulated on October 19, 2020 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address potential impacts associated with Aesthetics, Biological Resources, Energy, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and Noise, and incorporated as conditions of approval. **If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing** DATED: February 8, 2022 WADE HORTON, EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS By /s/ Niki Martin, Deputy Clerk February 10, 2022

The San Luis Obispo Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. via teleconference. Pursuant to Executive Orders N-60-20 and N-08-21 executed by the Governor of California, and subsequently Assembly Bill 361, enacted in response to the state of emergency relating to novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and enabling teleconferencing accommodations by suspending or waiving specified provisions in the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code § 54950 et seq.), commissioners and members of the public may participate in this meeting by teleconference. Meetings can be viewed on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s YouTube channel at http://youtube.slo.city.

Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org.

PUBLIC HEARING ITEM: •

Review of an outdoor dining venue by retrofitting shipping containers brought to the site to serve food and beverages. The project includes a 60% parking reduction to reduce the required parking to 16 spaces, where 40 parking spaces would normally be required.

Project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA). Address: 1166 Higuera St.; Case #: ARCH-0511-2021; Zoning: C-R; Paul Tompkins, owner/ applicant.

Contact Information: Kyle Bell – (805) 781-7524 kbell@slocity.org

The Planning Commission may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above.

If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

The report(s) will be available for review online in advance of the meeting at http://www.slocity.org/government/ advisory-bodies/agendas-and-minutes/planningcommission. Please call The Community Development Department at 805-781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel https:// youtube.slo.city.

February 10, 2022

SAN SIMEON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT SUMMARY ORDINANCE NO. 122 OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE SAN SIMEON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT REGARDING PARKING REGULATIONS This Ordinance Summary is published in accordance with the policies and procedures of the San Simeon Community Services District and the provisions of Government Code Section 25124. On December 14, 2021, the San Simeon Community Services District voted to introduce District Ordinance No. 122 regarding parking on District Streets. District Ordinance No. 122 was approved unanimously during the February 8, 2022 Board meeting

by Directors Gwen Kellas, Michael Donahue, Daniel de la Rosa, and Mary Giacoletti.

In accordance with the policies and procedures of the San Simeon Community Services District and Government Code Section 25124, a copy of the complete proposed ordinance is available for review at the District office located at 111 Pico Avenue, San Simeon, California. For more information, contact the District office at (805) 9274778.

Cortney Murguia February 10, 2022

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the City of Pismo Beach Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the following purpose: PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA: A. Address: 120 Searidge Court Applicant: David and Natacha Karrs Project No.: P21-000102 Coastal Development Permit and Description: Architectural Review for a new 2,817 square-foot two-story single-family residence and 497 squarefoot garage. The project site is located within the South Palisades (B) Planning Area and PR (Planned Residential, 1983 Code) Zoning District. The project is within the Coastal Zone and is appealable to the California Coastal Commission. APN: 010-141-039.

Environmental Review: In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), it has been determined the project is exempt from the requirements of CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines regarding construction of new single-family residences.

B. Address: 3990 Shell Beach Road Applicant: Andrew Grow Project No.: P22-000004 Description: Request for a Coastal Development Permit and Variance to develop a rainwater collection and retention system for an existing residence (P22000004). The project site is located in the Sunset Palisades (A-2) Planning Area within the OS-1 (Open Space Natural Resources Protection, 1983 Code) Zoning District. The project is within the Coastal Zone and is not appealable to the California Coastal Commission. APN: 010-154-037.

Environmental Review: In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is found to be statutorily exempt from CEQA under the provisions of Public Resources Code Section 21080(b)(5), which provides that CEQA does not apply to projects which a public agency rejects or disapproves.

Details about ways to participate in this hearing will be provided on the agenda posted for the meeting online at pismobeach.org/agenda, and on the bulletin board at City Hall. The agenda will be posted on or before February 18, 2022.

You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to participate in the hearings or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects.

Written and voicemail comments are welcomed prior to the hearing. Written comments prepared prior to the hearing may be submitted to the Planning Commission at planningcommission@pismobeach.org or to send an email to Planning staff at planning@pismobeach.org . Oral comment may be provided prior to the hearing by calling 805-773-7005 and leaving a voice message. Please state and spell your name and identify your item of interest.

Generally, written comment may be submitted by email up until the start of the public comment period during this time. Please refer to the agenda for this meeting for specific instructions for participation.

The staff report, plans and other information related to these projects is available for public review in Access Pismo www.pismobeach.org, or by emailing Elsa Perez, Administrative Secretary at eperez@pismobeach.org The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Friday before the meeting and may be obtained upon request by email at eperez@pismobeach.org, or by visiting www.pismobeach.org. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website.

PLEASE NOTE: If you challenge the action taken on this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Pismo Beach at, or prior to, the public hearing.

For further information please contact Elsa Perez, Administrative Secretary, at eperez@pismobeach.org.

February 10, 2022

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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0196 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/15/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE BAG MAKERS WORKSHOP, 958 Wigeon Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Teresa K Stanton (958 Wigeon Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Teresa K Stanton. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-24-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0124-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0197 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2000) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SUNDANCE CERAMIC TILE AND STONE, 4675 Villa Creek, Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Ronald Sundance Wheeler (4675 Villa Creek, Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ronald Sundance Wheeler.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-25-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 01-25-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0199 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/31/1969) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FULL CUP SOLUTIONS, 6375 Green Valley Road, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Amanda Wittstrom Higgins (6375 Green Valley Road, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amanda Wittstrom Higgins.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-25-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 01-25-27.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0202 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FADE-0-5 BARBER, 480 W. Grand Ave. Suite A, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Antonio Martinez Barajas (1914 Beach Street, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Antonio Martinez Barajas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-25-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy.

Exp. 01-25-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0206 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/24/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THRIVE MIND COLLABORATIVE, 1100 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Thrive Mind Collaborative, LLC (1100 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Thrive Mind Collaborative, LLC, Kristen Wilkinson, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-25-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 01-25-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0210 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/25/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ATHLETICA US, 939 Bluebell Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Kathryn Jean Kahn Devaney (939 Bluebell Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kathryn JK Devaney, Founder.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-25-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 01-25-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-0227 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ANGELO CONSTRUCTION, 654 Air Park Dr., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Anthony Salvatore Angelo (654 Air Park Dr., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Anthony Salvatore Angelo, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-27-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-27-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0211 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SKYS DA LIMIT, 350 Uranus Court, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County.

Rodrigo Avila (350 Uranus Court, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rodrigo Avila, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-25-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 01-25-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0213 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STARDOM INTERNATIONAL, ASTARADAY ENTERTAINMENT VENTURES, 889 Casitas Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County.

Aaron Christopher Hutchings (889 Casitas Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Aaron Christopher Hutchings.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-25-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-25-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0217 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/26/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GODDESS GOODS, 1124 Front Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Melissa Martinez (371 Sequoia, Morro Bay, CA 93442).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Melissa Martinez.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-26-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-26-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0218 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/26/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VANTAGE MERCHANT PROCESSING, 3940 Broad Street #7149, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. My Better Half Entertainment Inc (9461 Charleville Blvd. #704, Beverly Hills, CA 90212). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ My Better Half Entertainment Inc, Christopher Mazzei, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-26-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-26-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-0234 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A & R TIRES, 422 Camino Perillo, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Thomas J Newton, Donna R Newton (422 Camino Perillo, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Donna R. Newton, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-27-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 01-27-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0241 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/26/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MELLOW BANANA, 1474 E Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Golden Life Wellness LLC (776 Calle Bendita, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Golden Life Wellness LLC, Chantal King, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-27-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-27-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0248 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/19/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PIPER WRITES GOOD CONTENT FOR GOOD PEOPLE, PIPER WRITES, 620 Avalon Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. Piper Alexis Fedrow (620 Avalon Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Piper Alexis Fedrow, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-28-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-28-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0237 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/27/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GOODLY, 3765 S. Higuera St., Suite 160, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The Sock Drawer Incorporated (3765 S. Higuera St., Suite 160, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ The Sock Drawer Incorporated, Brooke English, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-2722. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-27-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-0253 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/15/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ROSE & WRENCH, 511 Starlight Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Trinity Lynn Smith (411 Beech St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Trinity Smith. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-28-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 01-28-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0239 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LIMITED SUPPLY DESIGNS, 1769 Tonini Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Allen James Ryan (1769 Tonini Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ryan J. Allen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-27-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 01-27-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-0240 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BCC DISINFECTING, 1496 Mentone Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Cesar Cardenas (1496 Mentone Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cesar Cardenas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-27-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0127-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-0254 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/21/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, IGNITE MULTIMEDIA, 411 Beech St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

Ryan Joseph Lesperance (411 Beech St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ryan Joseph Lesperance. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-2822. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 01-28-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-0258 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WILD CHILD CREATIONS, THAT TRACTOR CHICK, 4566 Davenport Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

San Luis Obispo County. Annika Grace Ernstrom (4566 Davenport Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Annika Grace Ernstrom. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-28-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 01-28-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

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FILE NO. 2022-0259 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ARROYOCODE, 588 Hillside Ct., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

Greg Arroyo (588 Hillside Ct., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Greg Arroyo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-3122. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-31-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0263 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SEAWEEDSOUL, 765 Mesa View Dr. Spc. 172, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Seaweedsoul (765 Mesa View Dr. Spc. 172, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Seaweedsoul LLC, Annie E Cappelli, Managing Member.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-31-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 01-31-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0264 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/27/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GRANDE MOBILE MANOR, 655 South Halcyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Charles Keeler Tenborg (1682 Laguna Court, Grover Beach, CA 93433).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Charles K Tenborg.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-31-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 01-31-27.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0265 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/16/1972) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE FILIPINO COMMUNITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, 885 South 13th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Abraham Garces Garces (1146 Loreto Court, Grover Beach, CA 93433).

This business is conducted by An Unincorporated Association Other Than A Partnership /s/ Abraham Garces Garces, General Partner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-31-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 01-31-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0267 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NOVA COFFEE CO., 1156 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Jenna J Riley, Tyler S Riley (1565 Nice Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Tyler S Riley. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-31-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-31-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0269 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, REGION, 979 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

San Luis Obispo County. Vineshift Inc. (180 Morris St. Suite 170, Sebastopol, CA 95472). This business is conducted by A DE Corporation /s/ Vineshift Inc., Johan Eide, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-31-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-31-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0272 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/31/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COASTAL FLOORING, 1809 14th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County.

Jose Luis Salgado (1809 14th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jose Luis Salgado. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-3122. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 01-31-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0290 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/01/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BEYOND PROMOTIONS, 755 Fiero Ln. Ste. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Left Coast Enterprises, Inc. (755 Fiero Ln. Ste. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Left Coast Enterprises, Inc., David Whitaker, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-01-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 02-0127.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0296 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/02/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CORK N BOTTLE, 774 E Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County.

Tom Georges Kridi (1530 Nasella Ln., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tom Georges Kridi.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-02-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 02-02-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0297 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/02/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VALLEY LIQUOR AND DELI, HIGH SURF PLAZA, 2199 10th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County.

Tom Georges Kridi (1530 Nasella Ln., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405), Hassan Mahfood (3021 Trudi Lane, Burbank, CA 91504).

This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Tom Georges Kridi, General Partner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-02-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 02-02-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

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FILE NO. 2022-0314 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/11/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BLUFFTOP INN & SUITES, 220 Beach St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Ram Krupa Beach Street LLC (220 Beach St., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Ram Krupa Beach Street LLC, Akash Patel, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-04-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 02-04-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-0298 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/02/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, OSO CLEAN LAUNDRY, 2199 10th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County.

Tom Georges Kridi (1530 Nasella Ln., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405), Feras Krede (2210 Cimarron Way, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Tom Georges Kridi, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-02-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 02-02-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FILE NO. 2022-0301 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, M CELLARS, TWO TRADESMEN WINE, 3525 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446.

San Luis Obispo County. Barrel 27 Wine Company, Inc. (3525 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Barrel 27 Wine Company, Inc., McPrice Myers, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-03-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 02-03-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0302 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/02/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GOLDEN NAILS, 904 Rancho Pkwy, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

Beauty Spa 2022 LLC (512 N Via Firenze Ct., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Beauty Spa 2022 LLC, Cam Tram Thi Pham, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-03-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 02-03-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0307 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TOP DOG COFFEE BAR, RESCUE ME COFFE CO, 857 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. JKD Group LLC (857 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ JKD Group LLC, Dustin Joseph Blom, Manager.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-03-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 02-03-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2022-0310 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/27/2022) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE SALUX SHOP, 551 Le Point St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

David Martin Silva (551 Le Point St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ David M Silva, Proprietor. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-04-22. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 02-04-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2022-0315 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ORCHID MASSAGE & SKIN CARE, ORCHID MASSAGE, EYBROWS & LIPS TATTOO, 702 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Shi Ying Marfai (5437 Churchward Street, San Diego, CA 92114). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Shi Ying Marfai. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-07-22.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 02-07-27.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2022-0201 OLD FILE NO. 2021-0482 FADE-0-5 BARBER LOUNGE, 555 S. 13th Street, Suite L, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 02/23/2021. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Antonio Martinez Barajas (1914 Beach Street, Oceano, CA 93445). This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Antonio Martinez Barajas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-25-2022. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk.

By A. Bautista, Deputy Clerk.

February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2022-0216 OLD FILE NO. 2020-1279 GODDESS GOODS, 1124 front St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 06/26/2020. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Leslie J Sanders, James W. Sanders (310 Island St., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business was conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Leslie J Sanders, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-26-2022. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk.

By M. Stiletto, Deputy Clerk.

February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF AMENDED PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PATRICK O’DANIELS DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0351

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: PATRICK O’DANIELS, PATRICK J. O’DANIELS, PATRICK JOSEPH O’DANIELS AN AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DEAN O’DANIELS in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The AMENDED Petition for Probate requests that SEAN O’DANIELS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate.

The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 08, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Edward E. Attala 1502 Higuera Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805-543-1212 February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CHARLOTTE ANN BROCK DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 22PR-0020 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: CHARLOTTE ANN BROCK A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MATTHEW J. BROCK in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that MATTHEW J. BROCK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 22, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Law Office of Karen L. Scott P.O. Box 383 Pismo Beach, CA 93448 805-574-7899 February 10, 17, & 24, 2022

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CHERYL ORDUNO DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 22PR-0006

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: CHERYL ORDUNO, CHERYL LEE ORDUNO A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ANGELINA DENVER in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that ANGELINA DENVER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 01, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Adele Schneidereit #331200 Law Offices of Adele Schneidereit 7395 El Camino Real #385 Atascadero, CA 93422 805-401-0821 February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DANIEL RAY DAVIS DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 22PR-0030

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DANIEL RAY DAVIS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TAMMY CLOUGH in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that TAMMY CLOUGH be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: April 5, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Martha B. Spalding, Attorney at Law 215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465 805-434-2138 February 10, 17, & 24, 2022

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LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JANENE JOYCE BARNEWOLT aka JANENE J. BAREWOLT DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 22PR-0029

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ROBERT JOHN HRABE DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 22PR-0015

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JANENE JOYCE BARNEWOLT aka JANENE J. BAREWOLT A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by J JOHNSON in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that J JOHNSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 29, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Law Offices of Johnson, Murphy & Jones, Inc. 928 w. Grand Ave. Grover Beach, CA 93433 805-489-4111 February 10, 17, & 24, 2022

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ROBERT JOHN HRABE A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARY MARGARET LINDQUIST in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that MARY MARGARET LINDQUIST be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 22, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing.

Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Martha B. Spalding, Attorney at Law 215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465 805-434-2138 January 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RUTH MADOCKS DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0432

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: RUTH MADOCKS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LISA BRAND in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that LISA BRAND, ROBERT ROARK be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 22, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Erik Howell 203 Placentia Avenue Pismo Beach, CA 93449 805-720-2961 January 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: STEVEN ORDUNO DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 22PR-0005

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: STEVEN ORDUNO, STEVEN ANDREW ORDUNO A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ANGELINA DENVER in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that ANGELINA DENVER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 01, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Adele Schneidereit #331200 Law Offices of Adele Schneidereit 7395 El Camino Real #385 Atascadero, CA 93422 805-401-0821 February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: TIMOTHY JOHN DARBY aka TIMOTHY DARBY DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 22PR-0022

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: TIMOTHY JOHN DARBY aka TIMOTHY DARBY A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TERESE BRAUN in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that TERESE BRAUN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 29, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing.

Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Law Offices of Johnson, Murphy & Jones, Inc. 928 W. Grand Ave. Grover Beach, CA 93433 805-489-4111 February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9462-7255 TSG Order No.: 210207641-CA-VOI A.P.N.: 068-340-007

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/17/2006.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 02/24/2006 as Document No.: 2006012931, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by: HARRY L WILLIAMS AND MARIA T WILLIAMS HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY , as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust.

Sale Date & Time: 02/22/2022 at 11:00 AM Sale Location: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 619 IRONWOOD CT, MORRO BAY, CA 93442 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $190,642.62 (Estimated).

Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned

LEGAL NOTICES to this case, T.S.# 9462-7255. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction.

There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website www. nationwideposting.com using the file number assigned to this case, 9462-7255, to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 833-290-7452 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting. com or Call: 916-939-0772. Affinia Default Services, LLC, Samantha Snyder, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. NPP0398105 To: NEW TIMES 01/27/2022, 02/03/2022, 02/10/2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0692

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Cole Joseph Willard filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Cole Joseph Willard to PROPOSED NAME: Cole Joseph Nealey THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: March 17, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: December 13, 2021 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0693

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0017

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Caitlin Nicole Maule filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Caitlin Nicole Maule to PROPOSED NAME: Caitlinn Nicolle Carson Maule

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Valerie Mari Carney filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Valerie Mari Carney to PROPOSED NAME: Anaya Mari Carney-Voigt

THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: February 3, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: December 6, 2021 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0694

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Sonci Rae Lancaster filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Sonci Rae Lancaster to PROPOSED NAME: Soncia Rae Maven Carson Maule THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: April 13th, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

9 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: December 06, 2021 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2022-0098 OLD FILE NO. 2020-2283

FUNKYDORAE, 603 Johnson, Apt. 9, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 11/12/2020. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Bailey Nichole Bethard (963 Vista Del Collados, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Bailey Nichole Bethard. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-14-2022. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk.

By A. Webster, Deputy Clerk.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

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NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: March 10, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: January 12, 2022 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0022

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Jennifer Sarah Minasian filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Jennifer Sarah Minasian to PROPOSED NAME: Guinevere Fox Veen THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: March 17, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: January 18, 2022 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2022-0140 OLD FILE NO. 2021-1631

BREDA, 570 Higuera St. Ste. 105, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 07/01/2021. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Maria Florencia Breda (756 Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Maria Florencia Breda. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-20-2022.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By A. Webster, Deputy Clerk.

January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV-0023

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Lexie Brooke Martin Guller filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Lexie Brooke Martin Guller to PROPOSED NAME: Brooke Martin THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

LEGAL NOTICES SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) ALECIA A. GARCIA; and DOES 1-5, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): SESLOC FEDERAL CREDIT UNION CASE NUMBER (Número de caso): 21LCP-0560

Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available prior to the sale. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax-exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required.

Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case.

The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una repuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante.

Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formuleriors de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas.

Si no presenta su repuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte la podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requistas legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados.

Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar ias cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo ao una consesion de artitraje en un caso dce derecho civll. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

February 10 & 17, 2022

CASE NUMBER: (Número de caso):

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: March 09, 2022, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

9 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: January 13, 2022 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court January 27, February 3, 10, & 17, 2022

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CVP-0023

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Gay Selby Wilson AKA Selby Gay Wilson AKA Selby G Wilson AKA Selby Wilson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Gay Selby Wilson AKA Selby Gay Wilson AKA Selby G Wilson AKA Selby Wilson to PROPOSED NAME: Selby Gay Wilson THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: March 16, 2022, Time: 9:30 am, Dept.

P2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: January 21, 2021 /s/: Hernaldo J. Baltodano, Judge of the Superior Court February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022 Public Notice of Lien Sale Auction: This notice is given that Buckley Springs Storage, 901 Buckley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, will sell personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to the California Self-Storage Facilities Act. (California Business & Professions Code 21700) The undersigned will sell at public auction at www.storageauctions.net from February 25 – March 4, 2022, of contents stored by the following persons and will be sold to the highest bidder: Ryan Colston-Hahn of Paso Robles, CA, unit B75 Tools, surfboards, furniture, household goods Jennifer Van Vort of San Luis Obispo, CA, unit C229 Toys, books, surfboard, household goods

LEGAL NOTICES 21LCP-0560 The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte son) SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 901 PARK STREET PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Brandon M. Ormonde (Bar# 272069) Mederos Ormonde & Rascon 791 North Cherry, P.O. Box 29 Tulare, CA 93275 559-686-3861 Date: (Fecha) 09/07/2021 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario) /s/, Pamela Stember, Deputy Clerk, (adjunto) January 20, 27, February 3, & 10, 2022

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) JULIE ANN COLEMAN; CURTIS JAMES COLEMAN; and DOES 1-5, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): SESLOC FEDERAL CREDIT UNION CASE NUMBER (Número de caso): 21LCP-0590

Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case.

The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una repuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante.

Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formuleriors de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas.

Si no presenta su repuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por

LEGAL NOTICES incumplimiento y la corte la podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requistas legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados.

Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar ias cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo ao una consesion de artitraje en un caso dce derecho civll. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

CASE NUMBER: (Número de caso): 21LCP-0590 The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte son) SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 901 PARK STREET PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Brandon M. Ormonde (Bar# 272069) Mederos Ormonde & Rascon 791 North Cherry, P.O. Box 29 Tulare, CA 93275 559-686-3861 Date: (Fecha) 09/15/2021 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario) /s/, CM Kastner, Deputy Clerk, (adjunto) February 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL)

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) EDWARD MEHLSCHAU, an individual; ROBERT MEHLSCHAU, an individual; THE TESTATE AND INTESTATE SUCCESSORS OF PETER EUGENE MEHLSCHAU AND NANCY LOU MEHLSCHAU, DECEASED, AND ALL PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH OR UNDER SUCH DECEDENTS; THE TESTATE AND INTESTATE SUCCESSORS OF CHRISTINE MCMILLAN, DECEASED, AND ALL PERSONS CLAIMING BY, THROUGH OR UNDER SUCH DECEDENT; RANCHO CONSULTANTS, INC., a California Corporation; HORSESHOE ESTATES, a Limited Partnership; ALL PERSONS UNKNOWN CLAIMING ANY LEGAL OR EQUITABLE RIGHT, TITLE, ESTATE, LIEN, OR PLAINTIFFS’ TITLE OR CREATES ANY CLOUD ON PLAINTIFFS’ TITLE; and DOES 1 through 100, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): RCM CAPITAL PARTNERS, LLC, a limited liability company; MICHAEL J. CAVALETTO RANCHES LLC, a limited liability company; and GARY & PATRICIA MCMILLAN AS TRUSTEES OF THE MCMILLAN TRUST CASE NUMBER (Número de caso): CVSW 2104427 Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages,

money and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case.

The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion.

Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una repuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante.

Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formuleriors de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas.

Si no presenta su repuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte la podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia.

Hay otros requistas legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados.

Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar ias cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo ao una consesion de artitraje en un caso dce derecho civll. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

CASE NUMBER: (Número de caso): CVSW 2104427 The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte son) Southwest Justice Center 30755-D Auld Road Murrieta, CA 92563 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y número de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): William P. Tooke 1806 Orange Tree Lane, Ste. C Redlands, CA 92374 909-793-0200 Date: (Fecha) 05/25/2021 By: /s/ Clerk (Secretario) /s/, M Salas, Deputy Clerk, (adjunto) February 10, 17, 24, & March 3, 2022

Adult Services

for the week of Feb. 10

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

LEGAL NOTICES

WHO::

San Luis Obispo County Planning Commission

WHEN:

Thursday, February 24, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. (All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out the agenda placement call the Planning Department at 781-5600) Hearing to consider a request by Hearst Holdings, LLC LRP202000003) to amend the Official Maps – Part III of the Coastal Land Use Element, to rezone 4.98 acres from Agriculture (Ag) to Residential Rural (RR) land use category for a future development of a private family cemetery located on a portion of the approximate 23,200-acre Hearst Ranch with access via Hearst Castle Road, approximately 3 miles north of Highway 1 and approximately 0.5 miles west of Hearst Castle, North Coast Area Plan. District 2.

WHAT::

WHERE:

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE based on the Assembly Bill 361, which was signed by the Governor on September 16, 2021, relating to the convening of public meetings, until further notice all public meetings for the Department of Planning and Building for the County of San Luis Obispo will be closed to members of the public and non-essential County staff. The Department’s Notice of Meeting Procedures, which includes Instructions on how to view the meeting remotely and how to provide public comment are posted on the Department’s webpage at https://www.slocounty. ca.gov/Departments/PlanningBuilding/Meetings,-Hearings,Agendas,-and-Minutes.aspx Additionally, hearing body members and officers may attend the meeting via teleconference and participate in the meeting to the same extent as if they were present. At the hearing all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: A copy of the staff report will be available on the Planning Department website, www.sloplanning. org. You may contact Jennifer Guetschow, Project Manager, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, California 93408 (805) 781-5600.

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: This project is exempt under CEQA. COASTAL APPEALABLE: County action may be eligible for appeal to the California Coastal Commission after all possible local appeal efforts are exhausted. Appeals must be filed in writing as provided by Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.043. **If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in writtencorrespondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing** DATED: February 10, 2022

Rob Brezsny’s Free Will Astrology Homework: What love goal would you like to accomplish between now and February 2023? Write it down, stating it as an intention and vow.

Share? Freewillastrology.com ARIES

LIBRA

(March 21-April 19): “Real love is a pilgrimage,” declared author Anita Brookner. “It happens when there is no strategy, but it is very rare because most people are strategists.” That’s the bad news, Aries. The good news is that you have more potential than ever before to free your love of strategic maneuvering and manipulation. For the foreseeable future, I invite you to drop all romantic agendas and simply make yourself extra receptive to love’s teachings. Are you ready to learn what you don’t even realize you need to know?

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In Michael Chabon’s novel The Mysteries of Pittsburgh, the character named Arthur says to the character named Cleveland, “Love is like falconry. Don’t you think that’s true?” Cleveland replies, “Never say love is like anything. It isn’t.” I propose we make that your meditation during this Valentine season, Libra. In accordance with astrological omens, you will be wise to purge all your preconceptions about love. Use your ingenuity to revive your innocence about the subject. Cultivate a sense of wonder as you let your imagination run wild and free in its fantasies about love and sex and intimacy.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In the near future, I’ll be pleased if you dole out lavish praise to allies who enchant you. I will celebrate if you deliver loving inspirations and lush invitations to those who help you fulfill your reasons for being here on the planet. To get you in the mood, here are some suggested provocations. 1. “Your body makes mine into a shrine; holy, divine, godtouched.” —Ramona Meisel. 2. “Your luster opens glories on my glowing face.” —Federico García Lorca. 3. “All night long if you want. We’ll tell our secrets to the dark.”

—Gayle Forman. 4. “I’ll let you be in my dreams if I can be in yours.” —Bob Dylan. 5. “We are each other’s harvest. We are each other’s business. We are each other’s magnitude and bond.” —Gwendolyn Brooks.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I’ll love it if sometime soon you create a situation in which you tell an ally words similar to what author Jamaica Kincaid spoke to her lover: “To behold the startling truths of your naked body frees me to remember the song I was born from.” Do you think you can make that happen, Scorpio? The astrological indicators at play in your life suggest that it would be right and sacred for you to do so. And if there is no such ally, then I hope you will deliver the same message to your naked self. And by the way, what is the song you were born from? (PS: There has never been a better time than now to learn treasured truths about yourself through your connections with others.)

GEMINI

SAGITTARIUS

(May 21-June 20): In Gemini author Orhan Pamuk’s novel Snow, the main character Ka asks a woman named Ipek, “What is the thing you want most from me? What can I do to make you love me?” Ipek’s answer: “Be yourself.”

In the coming days, Gemini, I would love you to engage in similar exchanges with those you care for. According to my understanding of the astrological omens, now is a favorable time for you and your best allies to shed all fakery and pretense so that you may be soulfully authentic with each other—and encourage each other to express what’s most raw and genuine.

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I’m afraid I must be downright practical and mundane in my oracle for you. Don’t hate me! I’m only reporting what the planetary omens are telling me. They say that now is a favorable time for you to practice, practice, and practice some more the fine arts hinted at by author Ivan Goncharov: “A close, daily intimacy between two people has to be paid for: It requires a great deal of experience of life, logic, and warmth of heart on both sides to enjoy each other’s good qualities without being irritated by each other’s shortcomings and blaming each other for them.” Be diligently positive, Sagittarius, as you work through the demanding daily trials of togetherness.

CANCER

CAPRICORN

(June 21-July 22): Are you in the mood to make extravagant gestures on behalf of love? Are you feeling an urge to move beyond your habitual approaches to intimate togetherness as you dare to engage in fun experiments?

Now is a good time for such behavior with allies you trust. To spur your imagination, immerse yourself in the spirit of this poem by Nizar Qabbani: “I abandon my dictionaries to the flames, / And ordain you my language. / I fling my passport beneath the waves, / And christen you my country.” Your homework: Dream up and carry out a playful and audacious venture that will energize one of your close relationships.

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): I’ll offer you a radical idea about love from author Hélène Cixous. Although it’s not always true for everyone, it will have special meaning for you in the coming months. She wrote, “It is easy to love and sing one’s love. That is something I am extremely good at doing. But to be loved, that is true greatness. Being loved, letting oneself be loved, entering the magic and dreadful circle of generosity, receiving gifts, finding the right thank-you’s, that is love’s real work.”

How about it, Capricorn? Are you up for the challenge? Are you willing to expand your capacity to welcome the care and benevolence and inspiration coming your way from others?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I’ve created a list of splashy titles for stories or poems or songs or artworks or dances that you could compose for beloved allies or people you want to be beloved allies. I hope my list inspires you to get gushy and lyrical. I hope you’ll be creative and marvelous as you express your passionate appreciation. Here are the titles: 1. Glistening Passion. 2. Incandescent Rapture. 3.

Succulent Dazzle. 4. Molten Luminosity. 5. Splashy Fire Bliss. 6. Shimmering Joy Beams. 7. Opulent Delirium. 8.

Wild Soul Synergy. 9. Sublime Friction. 10. Fluidic Gleam Blessings. 11. Throbbing Reverence. 12. Sacred Heart Salvation.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Author Eve Ensler tells us, “You have to give to the world the thing that you want the most, in order to fix the broken parts inside you.” This is perfect counsel for you to carry out in the coming weeks, Virgo. Life will conspire to help you heal yourself, in dramatic and even semi-miraculous ways, as you offer the people and animals you care for the same blessings that you crave to receive. I foresee an influx of restorative karma flowing in your direction. I predict the fixing of at least some of your broken parts.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Actor Leelee Sobieski was mourning her romantic adventures—or rather the lack of romantic adventures.

She said, “If only I could find a guy who wasn’t in his 70s to talk to me about white cranes, I’d be madly in love.” The good news is that Sobieski knows precisely what she wants, and it’s not all that complicated. The bad news is that there are few men near her own age (38) who enjoy discussing the fine points of the endangered bird species known as the white crane. I bring her predicament to your attention, Aquarius, in the hope that you’ll be inspired to be as exact and lucid as she is in identifying what you want—even as you cheat just a bit in the direction of wanting what is actually available.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I’ve never offered you the wisdom of actor Natalie Portman, but her idealistic attitude about relationships is exactly what I think you should aspire to in the coming months. She said, “I always ask myself, would I want someone to do something that wasn’t comfortable for them to do just to please me? And the answer is no.” What do you think, Pisces? Do you suspect it might be interesting to apply that principle to your closest alliances? I hope so. If you do, the planetary energies will conspire to deepen your intimate bonds. ∆

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