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he pandemic and its lasting effects are pushing veterinarians—in public,

private, and nonprofit practices— into continued crisis mode because of long wait times for surgeries, general appointments, and vaccinations. Higher requests for services and a shortage of veterinary staff have led to burnout for those providing animal services and a short fuse from

PET PROBLEMS The animal health care industry is stretched thin with higher demand for services and low staffing levels.

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those receiving them. Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal speaks with vets and pet owners this week

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its water supply clean and plentiful [10]; a couple of improv comedy legends visit SLO [24]; and locals taste some special Brazilian honey cakes [27].

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Officials eye roundabouts for Highway 227; residents ‘not convinced’

or six years, transportation planners have investigated solutions to the worsening traffic conditions on Highway 227, the popular commuter alternative to Highway 101, which cuts through Edna Valley and regularly bottenecks during rush hour. On Oct. 12, at a virtual public meeting, SLO County and Caltrans officials discussed the results of a recent traffic study affirming a solution they’ve pitched for years, but many local residents oppose: roundabouts. According to officials, roundabouts would be the safest and most cost effective option for alleviating congestion. The recent study suggested installing two to replace existing traffic signals: one at the intersection of Buckley Road, just south of the SLO County Airport; and another at Los Ranchos Road, which leads into Los Ranchos Elementary School and the SLO Country Club. Planners will recommend this project for funding from the SLO Council of Governments (SLOCOG) at its Dec. 1 board meeting, when it will allocate state and local funds to various regional transportation projects. An initial timeline for the project states that construction could start in 2025. “I want to urge you to trust the process here and open your minds. There are some very smart people who are looking at this corridor,” SLOCOG Executive Director Pete Rodgers told about 100 attendees of the three-hour virtual meeting. “We are determined to make the most cost effective and fact-based solution and recommendation for the corridor.” But many residents of nearby neighborhoods spoke during a question-and-answer period and expressed skepticism or opposition to the roundabouts—sentiments that many locals have shared for years. “This whole process started in March 2019, when with very little lead-up, the county and Caltrans announced they were holding a public meeting to announce the installation of a roundabout,” Susan Hack, who lives near the

SCREEENSHOT COURTESY OF THE SLO COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS SLO Country Club, told New Times ahead of the meeting. “Two hundred and fifty people from our community attended, more because we were angry we had not been included in the planning process.” Hack and her neighbors’ concerns range from whether large vehicles— like trucks and tractors, which often utilize Highway 227—can safely navigate the roundabouts, to whether bikes and pedestrians could safely use it, to concerns about how drivers on Buckley or Los Ranchos roads could safely enter the roundabouts during rush hour. Sanford White, who’s also a resident of the SLO Country Club, told officials at the Oct. 12 meeting that he couldn’t imagine entering the proposed twolane roundabout at Los Ranchos Road at peak rush hour. “You have extremely heavy traffic backed up basically all the way through ROUNDABOUT REFORMS Local officials are proposing the installation of two new roundabouts to help the airport,” White said. “When that alleviate traffic on Highway 227. traffic is bumper and bumper and they hit that roundabout … to think for a second that you’re going to have a space a four-lane highway option would actually speed where people from Los Ranchos can get in, get up traffic flows more than roundabouts, its to the left-hand lane, and go around back to the authors still recommended roundabouts for their north, it’s not going to happen.” other benefits, like safety. But transportation officials focused back “We’re just following the data,” Caltrans on the results of the recent study—the second Project Manager Paul Valadao said at the study to examine the project, commissioned in meeting. “These are data-driven decisions.” response to community pushback. Kathy Borland, a resident of Buckley Road, The follow-up study examined the benefits noted that the two intersections in question and drawbacks of two possible solutions to the have not seen a fatal collision in years. She, and Highway 227 bottleneck: widening the highway many others in the area, want to see a different to four lanes or installing the roundabouts at solution moved forward. Buckley and Los Ranchos. “Bottom line, we are just not convinced this The results concluded that roundabouts were is going to work for these two intersections,” the better option: that they’d effectively relieve Borland said. “You’ve got to do a better job of the traffic congestion, cost 25 percent less than convincing us that with our traffic load, … the the road widening, and cause fewer accidents roundabout is better than four lanes.” ∆ than traffic signals. While the study found that —Peter Johnson

Nurses speak out in support of staffing ratios

during other surges. “It would have made all the sense in the world to do the same thing during last month’s Delta surge,” Cunningham told New Times in an Oct. 7 written statement. For Baker and other nurses, lifting ratios leads to burnout for healthcare workers and doesn’t help patients. “As nurses, when we saw the request for ratio waivers, not only did we feel extremely let down, but we are worried about our patients,” Baker said. “Historically, the studies have shown that [without ratios] patients are at higher risk to get infections, there’s higher [chances] for mistakes to be made, so the care is just much better when you have ratios.” One study published in 2017 by Annals of Intensive Care medical journal found that patients’ odds of survival substantially decreased in high workload hospital environments. In response to the nurses speaking out on Oct. 7, Cunningham stood by his original stance. “Whatever its merits in normal times, complying with the ratio requirement during a

On the corner of Santa Rosa Street and Murray Avenue in San Luis Obispo, people wearing red scrubs began to gather around noon on Oct. 7. A few had their kids with them, strapped into strollers, and others were holding red signs that read, “Safe Staffing Saves Lives.” These Central Coast registered nurses and California Nurses Association union members met outside Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center to advocate for the nurse-to-patient ratios they are afforded by a California law, the only such requirement in the nation. Twin Cities Community Hospital nurse Heather Baker said she and the other nurses were inspired to speak out after Assemblymember Jordan Cunningham (R-San Luis Obispo) sent a letter to state Health and Human Services Agency Secretary Mark Ghaly requesting temporary waivers for the staffing ratio. When cases were surging in January, the state issued waivers that allowed hospitals to temporarily exceed ratios. From Cunningham’s perspective, the same option should be available

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COVID-19 surge—in the middle of a nationwide nursing shortage—forces hospitals to turn away patients in need of an ICU bed,” Cunningham said. “We cannot afford regulations that make it difficult for hospitals to care for sick members of our community.” From Baker’s perspective, making nurses take on more patients will only make the shortage worse. She said it will inspire nurses to leave the field. Baker suggested some quick fixes that hospitals can implement right now to improve patient care with the staff they already have. “There’s things that we can do including training staff for other departments, establishing a float pool of nurses, and providing incentives for cross training so that nurses can float to other departments without being called off of their shifts when their department is low,” she said. “There is not a single nurse that I’ve talked to in my hospital that thinks that ratio waivers are the solution for the problem that we’re facing.” Tenet Health Central Coast, the company that owns Sierra Vista and Twin Cities NEWS continued page 6

Diablo Canyon

COMMITTEE (DCISC) INDEPENDENT SAFETY Public Meeting:

Tuesday Morning, October 19th•9:00 A.M.

Introductions , public comment s and communications to the Committee; Committee business session including acceptance of Minutes of the June 23-24, 2021, public meeting, approval of the DCISC’s 31 st Annual Report, update on financial matters and plans for 2021-2022, discussion of the Open Items List and process for revising the scope of post-shutdown activities, Members’ reports and scheduling of future factfinding and public meetings; a report on the July 2021 fact-fi nding; and review of administrative, regulatory and legal matters.

Tuesday Afternoon, October 19th 1:30 P.M.

Introductions , public comment s and communications to the Committee; informational presentations by PG&E officials on plant safety and operations, including a report on the “State of the Plant” concerning key events, outages, highlights, organizational changes, status of the Employee Retention Programs, response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Station Excellence Plan, and other station activities since June 2021; an update on NRC performance indicators, recent licensee event reports, NRC notices of violation and issues raised by NRC Resident Inspectors, open compliance issues, license, amendment requests, cross-cutting aspects of performance and other regulatory matters; an update on emergency planning and the results of the September 2021 emergency planning exercise; and a report on the August 2021 fact-finding.

Tuesday Evening, October 19th 5:30 P.M.

Public comments and communications to the Committee; informational presentation by PG&E officials on plant safety and operations, including the fi nal Root Cause Evaluation and corrective actions for the Unit 2 forced outages to repair Main Generator vibration issues and hydrogen leaks; remarks and discussion in recognition of the 100 th public meeting of the Committee by its founding Member and Legal Counsel and discussion concerning the Committee’s future role. October 2021

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Department of Toxic Substances Control – Our mission is to protect the people, communities, and environment of California from harmful chemicals by cleaning up contaminated sites, enforcing hazardous waste laws, and compelling the development of safer products.

Draft Revised Statement of Basis Available for Review Morro Bay Power Company portion of the Morro Bay Power Plant

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Wednesday Morning, October 20th 9:00 A.M.

Introductions , public comment s and communications to Committee Members; informational presentations by PG&E offi cials on plant safety and operations, including an update on decommissioning planning, Nuclear Decommissioning Cost Triennial Proceedings, license amendments, and spent fuel cask procurement; an update on the Cyber Security Program; and a report on the September 2021 fact-finding.

Wednesday Afternoon, October 20th 1:00 P.M. Introductions , public comment s and communications to Committee; informational presentations by PG&E officials on plant safety and operations, including an update on Nuclear Safety Culture, Safety Conscious Work Environment, and the Employee Concerns Program; and wrap-up discussion by Committee Members.

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Public Comment Period: October 14, 2021 to December 9, 2021 WHAT IS BEING PROPOSED? The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) invites you to review and comment on a proposed plan, called a draft Revised Statement of Basis, to manage contamination in select areas at the Morro Bay Power Plant located at 1290 Embarcadero in Morro Bay (Site). Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) began generating electricity at the power plant in 1955 using either natural gas or oil as a fuel source. In 1998, PG&E transferred ownership of the Site to Duke Energy Morro Bay, LLC and then to Dynegy. In 2014, Dynegy closed the power plant. In 2020, Dynegy changed its name to the Morro Bay Power Company (MBPC). As the original owner of the power plant, PG&E remains responsible for investigating and addressing environmental conditions resulting from historical power generation activities. Any actions to demolish or redevelop the property are not a part of this project and will be handled separately by MBPC. PG&E and MBPC have conducted environmental investigations at the Site that have found the presence of total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) and metals in soil that are greater than residential levels in a portion of AOC 1. To address these chemicals of concern, the Revised Statement of Basis proposes managing impacts in place by implementing a land use covenant (LUC) that restricts select areas of the Site to future commercial/industrial uses. A Soil Management Plan has also been established that describes the safe handling and disposal of contaminated soil should it be disturbed during any future earthmoving work. DTSC would also require the current property owner to conduct annual inspections and reporting to ensure the land use remains compliant with the LUC and that the site use remains protective over time. This proposed remedy would offer long-term protection of human health and the environment under approved land uses without causing any disruption to the community. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA): The remedy will not require construction or implementation of a physical remedy and therefore is exempt from CEQA. HOW DO I PARTICIPATE? During the public comment period, from October 14 to December 9, 2021, we encourage you to review the draft Revised Statement of Basis. Please send comments no later than December 9, 2021 to: John Bystra, Project Manager, DTSC Sacramento Office, 8800 Cal Center Drive, Sacramento, CA 95826 or by e-mail to John.Bystra@dtsc.ca.gov. DTSC will also hold a public meeting on Zoom on November 16, 2021, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, to present information about this Revised Statement of Basis and take questions and comments from the public. Please register for the meeting in advance at: https://tinyurl.com/MorroBayPlant. WHERE DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? • Morro Bay Public Library - 625 Harbor Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442; (805) 772-6394; call for hours • DTSC – File Room, 8800 Cal Center Drive, Sacramento, CA 95826; (916) 255-3758; call for an appointment • DTSC’s EnviroStor database: https://www.envirostor.dtsc.ca.gov/public/profile_report?global_id=80001832 CONTACT INFORMATION: For questions, please contact: • John Bystra, Project Manager, at (916) 255-3669, or John.Bystra@dtsc.ca.gov • Kerry Rasmussen, Public Participation Specialist, at (916) 255-3650, toll free at (866) 495-5651, or Kerry.Rasmussen@dtsc.ca.gov • For media requests: Sandford Nax, Public Information Officer, (916) 327-6114 or Sandford.Nax@dtsc.ca.gov

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hospitals in SLO County, said in a written statement, “While we value all of our nurses who are represented by their union, we are disappointed that their union took this action.” “The demands of COVID-19 have placed a great strain on all California hospitals and we remain committed to protecting the health and safety of our patients and staff,” the statement continued. —Malea Martin

Grover Beach invests $50,000 in child care assistance

Roughly 20 families stand to destress financially because Grover Beach funneled $50,000 into child care support services. The Grover Beach City Council identified a growing need for more investment in child care during its Oct. 12 meeting, approving the funds to be split equally between the San Luis Obispo County YMCA and the Boys and Girls Club. “The city realizes that child care is a critical issue for our community for the well-being of families and for working parents to have care for their children. The lack of reliable and affordable child care availability has a significant impact on working parents which inhibits economic activity and recovery,” Grover Beach City Manager Matthew Bronson said. The $50,000 is a grant from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) that’s

meant for child care assistance. It adds to an August 2020 initiative where the city allocated $50,000 in general fund money for child care. The ARPA grant will be channeled into scholarships and extracurricular programs. Bronson said it’s expected to last until the end of the current school year in June 2022. “The city will work with the Boys and Girls Club and YMCA to report back to the [City] Council in 2022 on the use of these funds and other opportunities for support,” he said. Rebecca Britton, the executive director of the South County chapter of the Boys and Girls Club, told New Times that more than 75 percent of the group’s youth members live in the Grover Beach ZIP code. Three of its seven service sites are in the beach city too. Many of the families the club serves rely on scholarship programs to help them with daily costs. “In addition to providing a safe and fun place for our community’s youth to be while their families are away from the home, our goal is not to put fees on the backs of families we serve,” Britton said. Monica Grant, the chief executive officer of SLO County YMCA, said that the approved money would help families and business through the pandemic. “As the economic impact from the pandemic continues, these child care subsidies will ensure that our Y’s before/ after school and camp programs remain affordable and accessible for working families who live in Grover Beach,” she said. City Councilmember Daniel Rushing said he appreciated the city taking

initiative on child care. “My daughter spent years in the Boys and Girls Club after school, and they’re an amazing operation. I hear only amazing things about the YMCA,” Rushing said during the meeting. “This past year and going forward, I know child care is huge. The fact that Grover Beach was able to step up is hopefully going to help out a lot of people.” —Bulbul Rajagopal

SLO County selects a clerk-recorder

San Luis Obispo County will soon have a new top elections official following a tumultuous search. On Oct. 12, the SLO County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to appoint Elaina Cano, an election’s division manager with Santa Barbara County, to fill the clerkrecorder position left vacant by Tommy Gong’s resignation in July. The board tapped Cano for the interim job over acting SLO County ClerkRecorder Helen Nolan, who assumed lead duties in the department following Gong’s resignation. The supervisors interviewed the two candidates in open session on Oct. 12, while a third finalist, Jeffrey Barry, the former chief deputy clerk-recorder in Yolo County, withdrew from consideration. “This is a difficult decision,” 1st District Supervisor John Peschong said at the meeting. “I think they’re both highly qualified. They’d both be very, very good. I do believe that Ms. Cano is the choice.” A 16-year veteran of local election offices, Cano served as assisant clerk-

recorder in SLO County before taking her current position in Santa Barbara County, which she’s held since 2019. In her comments to the Board of Supervisors, Cano said she has “the confidence, experience, and temperament to serve as your top elections official.” “SLO is my heart and soul,” said Cano, a longtime SLO resident. “This is what I want to do.” Fifth District Supervisor Debbie Arnold cast the lone dissenting vote. She protested the process that led up to the board’s interviews, in which a selection committee forwarded only three candidates for final interviews when the board had asked for seven. “This is not the process we voted for,” Arnold said. “I was hoping we could start over.” In passing over Nolan, who will remain a deputy clerk, 2nd District Supervisor Bruce Gibson noted that the county will now have “two extraordinary people working in our clerk’s office.” “We can’t make a bad decision here,” Gibson said. Cano will head the department until January 2023, when the next elected clerk-recorder will take office. County officials did not announce Cano’s start date before press time. —Peter Johnson

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News and professor Ben Ruttenberg. They concluded that people could scan the QR location—the shells of live Pismo clams. Cal Poly’s biology department organized codes on clams using their phones to help the research team with their study. The a clam tagging session on Oct. 8 at Pismo code opens a short survey sheet that asks Beach to monitor the growth, mortality, for the clam’s ID (a serial number sticker and migration patterns of Pismo clams. MUSIC is also put on the shell), its dead-or-alive A major mascot of Central Coast marine status, and where it was found. Participants life, Pismo clams barely made visits to its FLAVOR/EATS can also upload pictures of clams. namesake beach for decades. “The awesome thing about Pismo clams That’s changing now. But even though is that community members get really they’re returning to Pismo Beach, the INFO excited about them,” Bills said. “The more clams fall below the legal 4 1/2 inch size to people who are aware that the clams are make them ripe for recreational picking. If here, and getting invested in keeping they are harvested while undersized, it’s CALENDAR them around will hopefully help curb considered to be illegal poaching. some of the poaching we are seeing.” Marissa Bills, the Cal Poly graduate OPINION on wet sand threaten Vehicles driving student who led the clam survey, said that one of their goals is clam life, too. A YouTube to give clams the best video recorded in August NEWS chance of reaching their showed several trucks Send any news growth potential. driving over hundreds of or story tips to “It would be unrealistic Pismo clams. Bills said STROKES news@newtimesslo.com. to name thousands of that future plans could clams. We actually use involve looking into these super glue [to stick QR ARTSissues that impact clams. codes on clam shells], it works really well. While measuring clams after tagging, It’s standard practice in marine science to Cal Poly students told New Times that use these for different invertebrates. We some of the larger ones measured almost assume it’ll be successful but we’re not a 3 inches. This was the group’s second 100 percent sure, but it’s something we’ll clam tagging session since their first one hopefully find out in time,” Bills said. over the summer. Clams were roughly the The best way to keep tabs on each clam same size then, too. involves a data-calculating trifecta of QR “The biggest we found is around 88 to codes, washers for metal detectors, and 90 millimeters, which is still less than 4 clear nail polish. The latter helps to seal inches,” Ruttenberg said. the QR code sticker, and washers make But Bills and her team look forward to sure beach visitors with metal detectors helping these clams thrive. can find clams. “This past year, we’ve been finding Bills devised the plan with her advisor more clams than we have in the past

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SLO city, North County report more COVID-19 violations

Atascadero’s Food 4 Less was moderately busy with customers the afternoon of Oct. 12. While a majority were wearing masks, about a quarter of those inside weren’t. Posted to the inside of the automatic sliding entrance door, a crisp piece of white printer paper read “FACE MASK UPDATE,” stating that all customers must wear a mask regardless of their vaccination status. “We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patronage,” the paper says at the bottom. According to an email from Atascadero resident Colleen Annes, as recently as Oct. 8, this Food 4 Less location was sending a different message to its customers. In a photo Annes snapped of the store’s signage, Food 4 Less was only asking nonvaccinated customers to mask up. The current San Luis Obispo County health order requires everyone to wear a mask indoors at businesses, regardless of their vaccination status. Annes reported the alleged mask violations to the county’s Office of Emergency Services, which forwarded her complaint to the city of Atascadero’s enforcement team, stating that the county doesn’t have jurisdiction over city areas. Terrie Banish, deputy city manager

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with the city of Atascadero, said in general when the city receives mask mandate complaints, it notifies the business and works with them to fix the issue. “The city of Atascadero asks for voluntary compliance and [Atascadero Police Department] focuses on education first, rather than disciplinary or punitive action,” Banish said in an email. “If the business does not comply, we continue to work with that business and encourage them to seek compliance before writing a citation.” Michelle Shoresman, spokesperson for the San Luis Obispo County Public Health Department, couldn’t speak to specific cases of noncompliance, but she said the county has received more complaints about businesses in North County and San Luis Obispo city being out of compliance than other parts of the county. “Anecdotally, we have received more complaints for those … regions than from South County or from the coast,” Shoresman wrote in an email. Shoresman said in the majority of cases, education and information is enough to bring businesses into compliance. “We also recently sent out a mailer to 11,000 businesses in SLO County, including information about the mask mandate and signage they can place in their windows,” she added. In rare cases of egregious violations, Shoresman added, “as we have done since the beginning of the pandemic with other health officer orders, we have issued directed orders at businesses to bring them into compliance.” ∆ —Malea Martin

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clients and escalating cases caused burnout among local veterinary staff. Team leaders like Schechter offered incentives, including higher pay, to encourage staff to stay on, which in turn caused service prices to rise too. Schechter said that the staff’s mental health caused his soon decreased. She said that overall hospital to reduce daily adoptions during the entire lockdown appointments by half, and period did not rise. “I think there were at first, when people that he recently hired were confined to home and we did see that three people to replace those who quit because of happen at Woods [Humane Society] … I burnout. They still cater think they almost ran out of dogs at one to emergency cases on the point,” she said. weekends. Markoff also speculated that spending Animal hospitals are more time at home with their pets made suffering from a supply people sit up and take better notice of shortage too. their animals’ needs. “Basic antibiotics, “They’re home, they’re bonding, they surgical gloves, simple want better care, they want higher things that you expect quality care, they’re asking for more to have were scarce,” services per visit, and each visit is Schechter said. WORTH IT Mark and Noreen Jewell found themselves requiring more work on the part of The Jewells faced this with lighter wallets after navigating SLO County’s postour staff members,” Markoff said. issue firsthand. When pandemic pet care system for their cats Ashley (gray) “In addition, we were seeing patients their other cat, Mr. P, was and Mr. P. outdoors. It’s just harder for us to keep up diagnosed with diabetes, when we can’t interact with people and his vet said that Noreen’s for Animals could fit her in. But getting pets the way we usually do.” diabetes medication would also work for there wasn’t easy. Schechter agreed that customer care him. The only difference was that Mr. “By the time he was seen, though, the took a hit. Both doctors said that indoor P needed needles that are thicker than tumors had pretty much squished his services had to be replaced with outdoor Noreen’s. Fortunately for him, Noreen’s right eye. The vet had wanted a CT scan “car-side” care. It resulted in rushed diabetes specialist had the right kind before surgery but the wait time and interactions with clients who would end available, and they could pick them up the cost for those was even longer and more up in bad moods. next day. The Jewells said that getting expensive, so it never got done. It was a “People need to feel like you care about the needles from a pet specialist would long recovery; my dog almost died, and them and their problems. That’s hard to have taken much longer. while the surgery probably only bought do over the phone,” Schechter said. Others like Meg S., who declined to give him a few more months, but he is now still Another critical reason for delayed pet MUSIC her full name, and her dog Teddy Bear alive and even thriving thanks to them,” care is a shortage of veterinarians, which were less lucky. Jam-packed hospitals Meg said. isn’t limited to SLO County. Schechter in SLO County forced Meg to travel to Pet owners like Meg and the Jewells FLAVOR/EATS said this is a statewide problem. Monterey for her German shepherd to get said they feel for overworked vets. Markoff noted that almost every eye surgery. “They take their jobs seriously, they animal hospital in the county is trying “The specialist in Arroyo Grande was love their animals,” Noreen said. INFO to hire more medical staff. Dwindling booked out for over a month just for a More than a year and a half into the staff numbers compelled hospitals to turn consultation, and his local vet here who pandemic, doctors expressed hope that many clients away. did his second surgery refused to do a cases will level out soon and feelings of CALENDAR “We’ve never turned people away [before], third surgery and referred me to a Santa burnout would subside. Both Schechter but for the sake of the mental health of our Barbara oncologist. When I called, they and Markoff thought the root of the staff, we’ve had to do that. Specialty clinics told me theyOPINION weren’t taking new clients if problem is how people treat each other, and emergency clinics are they lived outside of Santa and asked for empathy from both sides. overwhelmed also. There’s Barbara County,” she said. “Everybody in this profession cares,” NEWS Meg said she made been no change in the Schechter said. “We just wouldn’t be doing Send any news calls “around all over number of veterinarians it otherwise.” ∆ or story tips to California” to find or veterinary hospitals STROKES news@newtimesslo.com. a specialist before available,” Markoff said. Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at Monterey’s Ophthalmology brajagopal@newtimesslo.com. Tense meetings with

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tascadero couple Mark and Noreen Jewell knew they had to act fast when their beloved cat Ashley was dying of cancer in August. But with San Luis Obispo County’s pet hospitals full to capacity, they were given two difficult choices: wait a month for Ashley to get emergency crossover service, or pay the pandemic-inflated cost of a walk-in appointment. “If you have kitty disease, six weeks is an eternity,” Mark said. So, they shelled out $169 after a hurried nighttime hospital visit, and Ashley was cremated. The Jewells aren’t alone in their struggle to find timely and wallet-friendly pet care services. Lockdowns from COVID-19 in 2020 impacted overbooked animal hospitals and veterinary services more than ever, and though the need for pet care continues rising, there’s also a shortage of veterinary staff across the state. Amid ongoing impacts, veterinarians are sympathetic to the plights of pets and their owners. “In more emergency settings, we’re going to get clients who are on edge. They haven’t processed it, and are asked for money, too. It’s a lot to put on people,” said Aaron Schechter, the Jewells’ vet at Atascadero Pet Hospital & Emergency Center. “The shorter fuse is there, too. That depends on how the world is right now.” Schechter and his staff are part of a large group of animal care service providers who remain mentally and emotionally drained by the seemingly endless cases coming through their doors. Medical staff can’t seem to pin down an exact reason for the new influx of pet patients, either. But they have some clues. “There was definitely a feeling that adoptions were going up and going like crazy across the nation when COVID first started,” said Bonnie Markoff, the founder/vet of SLO’s Animal Care Clinic. But after discussing with other veterinary organizations, Markoff discovered that the initial adoption spike

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warned that they’re concerned about the current health of the basin and its ability to serve even the current population. “For existing customers, we could run “At the end of the day, if it doesn’t into problems just seeing how tenable the make sense, it doesn’t make sense, either situation is when we have these multiple from a water supply standpoint or a drought years,” Munds said. cost standpoint, or both,” Munds said of As the CSD investigates the possible new sources. “But until we do our due alternatives, Munds encouraged members of diligence, we have a responsibility to the public to pay attention and get involved. provide options to the community.” He said the process is in its early stages. One of the options Munds is exploring “This will be very transparent,” Munds for supplemental water is a possible Los Osos connection to the State Water Project, said. “We’ll definitely be listening to all comments and all information as it comes which terminates in Morro Bay. The of isthe in. Nothing a done deal.” ∆ distance from Los Osos to Morro Bay’sHealth system is 2.7 miles, which doesn’t sound far Los Osos Valley Health of the until you start calculating costs. Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be Health of the Basin Los reached Osos Valley “I know it costs about $200 per footGroundwater at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com. Los Osos Valley to build a pipeline,” Groundwater Basin Munds said, Groundwater Basin indicating a $2.9 Los Osos groundwater trends Water level, in feet 8’ million price tag for abovelevel, sea level Water in feet construction. “Cost 8’ Water level, in feet 8’ is going to be huge above sea level 6’ factor, there’s no above sea level 6’ doubt about it.” 6’ Capacity would 4’ be another factor. 8’ or 2’ 1.8’ 1.8’ 4’ This year, the State higher 4’ 8’ or 2’ 1.8’ 1.8’ Water Project is 2’ higher 8’ or 2’ 1.8’ 1.8’ delivering at only higher 2’ 5 percent capacity 2’ due to the drought. Basin Plan 2019 2018 2020 On top of that, state Target water infrastructure Basin Plan 2019 2018 2020 in SLO County is Target Basin Plan 2019 2018 2020 limited by pipeline Target capacity. Munds Chloride (seawater 200 mg/L recently met with intrusion), in mg/L Chloride (seawater 200 mg/L public works staff Chloride (seawater 200 mg/L intrusion), in mg/L at SLO County to 150 mg/L intrusion), in mg/L discuss these issues, 150 mg/L and he plans to 150 mg/L meet with Morro 100 mg/L Bay officials next. 100 or 145 162 205 100 mg/L Complicating lower mg/L mg/L mg/L 100 mg/L Munds’ investigation 100 or 145 162 205 50 mg/L lower mg/L mg/L mg/L is the new Los Osos 100 or 145 162 205 50 mg/L lower mg/L mg/L mg/L Community Plan, 50 mg/L a long-awaited 2018 2020 Basin Plan 2019 document that Target charts the town’s 2018 2020 Basin Plan 2019 growth over the Target 2018 2020 Basin Plan 2019 next 20 years. The Target plan, which still Nitrates 25 mg/L needs approval (septic from the California Nitrates 25 mg/L pollution), Nitrates Coastal Commission, 25 mg/L mg/L (septic 20 in mg/L envisions lifting a (septic pollution), 20 mg/L building moratorium MUSIC pollution), in mg/L 20 mg/L and increasing Los 15 mg/L in mg/L Osos’ population by 15 mg/L 30 percent—if the FLAVOR/EATS 15 mg/L water supply is there. 10 mg/L Right now, that’s 10 or 24 22 20 lower mg/L mg/L mg/L a big if. The three INFO 10 mg/L 10 or 24 22 20 10 mg/L Los Osos water 5 mg/L lower mg/L mg/L mg/L 10 or 24 22 20 purveyors—the CSD, CALENDAR lower mg/L mg/L mg/L 5 mg/L Golden State Water, 5 mg/L and S&T Mutual— 2018 2020 Basin Plan 2019 have repeatedly OPINION

os Osos’ only source of drinking water is still threatened by seawater intrusion after six years of work trying to reverse the trend. Chloride (salt) levels in the coastal basin were 27 percent higher in 2020 compared to 2019, and 41 percent higher than in 2018. If the metric jumps another 25 percent, it would be above the threshold that’s acceptable for public drinking water. Given that lack of progress, and now the new drought, Los Osos Community Services District (CSD) General Manager Ron Munds believes Los Osos needs to start looking at new sources of water for the first time. “We need to be looking outside,” Munds told New Times. On Sept. 9, the Los Osos CSD’s board of directors received a presentation on the status of the basin and then voted unanimously to authorize Munds to begin investigating new possibilities for water. “I’ve always had a concern about the viability of our groundwater basin longterm,” said Munds, whose career in municipal water includes 27 years with the city of San Luis Obispo. “Where will the groundwater basin be in 30 years or more? What’s our plan B?” Currently, Los Osos has no plan B if the basin fails. In 2015, SLO County Superior Court approved a plan that aims to salvage the aquifer that stretches from the Morro Bay estuary to the inland valley farmland. It’s trying to reverse two dangerous trends: nitrate pollution in the upper aquifer, which was caused by septic systems; and seawater intrusion into the lower aquifer. The key strategies in the plan, according to Munds, are to shift pumping from the lower aquifer to the upper aquifer, which is improving since a new sewer plant was built, and to move production wells away from the coast to address seawater intrusion. Yet despite the years of work and a few completed projects, a 2020 annual report on the basin showed meager progress and even a backslide on chloride. “We’re six years in, and the timeline [for the plan] was 10 years. … We’re not seeing the results we expected,” Munds said. “It’s being exacerbated by drought—conditions that I think we’ll see more and more of.” Munds noted that the impact of climate change on the basin isn’t just about drought. Even in wet years, storms are expected to get shorter and more intense—he called them “gushers”—which won’t provide as much opportunity for rainwater to percolate into the ground. Basin projects are expensive and take time to design and execute. While it’s still too early to call the plan a bust, Munds said it’s prudent to start considering alternatives now. He recalled the city of SLO’s efforts Send any news to diversify its water portfolio or story tips to following the drought of the late news@newtimesslo.com. ’80s and early ’90s.

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PHOTO COURTESY OF etween an aquaponic garden, EXPLORATION DISCOVERY CENTER a 25-foot-tall ancient Egyptian pyramid replica, and an inventors’ lab with enough tactile treasures to fill a whole day of play, the Exploration Discovery Center in Grover Beach is more than your typical children’s museum. While the center has many of the tried and true, Exploratorium-esque exhibits (a coin funnel to learn about gravity, a plasma globe with colorful electricity bolting around), it also features stations that most kids—and even adults—haven’t explored before. Debra Ugalde was a bilingual educator for 25 years in Santa Maria and is a founding board member of the center, which opened in its current form just a few months ago. As we walked through the museum’s outdoor space, she explained that the aquaponic garden is self-sustaining. Koi fish swimming around in one bucket fertilize the plants, and vice versa. The only MAKING MUSIC A young Exploration upkeep the garden requires is adding water Discovery Center patron makes some when it evaporates. Children can see plants tunes in the Music Shed. growing, and watch them progress when they come back. students she worked with in Santa Maria. “Everything you see is hands-on,” “My kids in Santa Maria hadn’t even Ugalde said. “They’re not doing anything been to the ocean, and when you take on the computer. Most people spend two them on field trips, that’s amazing to hours when they come.” them,” Ugalde said. The garden is just one of more than a Asking children to learn about even dozen interactive exhibits and stations farther away places like Egypt, she that kids can roam continued, is a challenge through at the Exploration without the right tools. Discovery Center. Explore “If you can [make] it Once home to the Grover tactile, showing them a for yourself Beach Volunteer Fire The Exploration Discovery movie, touching, feeling, Department, the center’s Center, located at 867 Ramona then you’re opening their three garage doors (built Ave. in Grover Beach, is open horizons,” Ugalde said. “I seven days a week from 10 a.m. originally to accommodate think in this world one of the to 5 p.m. fire engines) are now things we need most is to painted bright purple, appreciate other cultures.” blue, and green. In 1999, This inspired the center’s pyramid, where former firefighter Clifford Clark leased the kids can go inside and learn about the building, and after a decade of remodels, ancient Egyptians. Next up, the Egyptian he opened the building as the Exploration Station, with a sprinkling of indoor exhibits pyramid will turn into an Aztec-style one. The center is ADA compliant, Ugalde aimed at 10- and 11-year-olds. added. Years later, Ugalde was looking for “It’s all accessible,” she said. “We had some a space to bring her dream of a local cultural center for kids to life. She merged speech therapists come in [with] children, with the existing Exploration Station, and who asked if they could recommend this Exploration Discovery Center was born. It place, because they had never seen the children they were observing talk so much in opened to the public earlier this year. MUSIC The new museum features exhibits their life before. … We’re here for the kids.” from the past but takes things up a notch For admission and pricing, visit the by providing outdoor spaces for visitors Exploration Discovery FLAVOR/EATS Center’s website at too, and extending the age range that can gbdiscoverycenter.org. enjoy the space. INFO In the front, younger kids ages 2 to 4 Fast fact can play with a water feature and then • 3C-REN (The Tri-County Regional head inside to the pretend veterinary Energy Network) CALENDARis launching a new station and the mock kitchen, or get Multifamily Home Energy Savings creative in the craft room. program to save property owners and For kids ages 5 to 8, the exhibit room, OPINION managers money by connecting them archeology room, music shed, outdoor with rebates for multifamily properties. water play, craft room, and a racetrack 3C-REN is a NEWS partnership between San are recommended. Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, In the back outdoor and Ventura counties space, there are koi fish, STROKES that offers energyducks, and turtles for kids saving programs and to gawk at. Youth ages 9 Send business and industry training to the to 12 are encouraged to ARTS nonprofit information to community. Find more check out the aquaponic strokes@newtimesslo.com. information about the gardening area. program on 3C-REN’s But the main attraction website, 3c-ren.org. ∆ in the back area is the Egyptian-style pyramid. This is where the cultural education aspect comes to life Reach Staff Writer Malea Martin at for Ugalde, who said she was inspired by mmartin@newtimesslo.com.

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BY PHIL KIESEWETTER

Caring for Cayucos The community has been very clear about wanting the Vets Hall restored

read the article about the Cayucos Veterans Hall in the Sept. 23 edition of New Times (“Cayucos seeks more funding for Vets Hall restoration”) and the new community effort to raise money and send the county a message that this community wants its hall fixed. As a resident of Cayucos and a member of the Cayucos Lions Club, I would like to add some information from my perspective. There are two components in caring for the hall. The first is the physical maintenance of the building, and the county has been responsible for that. The closure was the result of not maintaining the hall and letting it fall into such disrepair over time that the only option was to close it. The same thing happened with the Cayucos Pier. For me, this clearly demonstrates a lack of commitment and responsibility by SLO County for these historic cornerstones of our community. The other component of caring for the hall is managing the use of the building for events. Once the hall is reopened, the article stated that the county will manage the hall and that the Lions rent it out occasionally. These brief sentences deserve some consideration, because I do not believe that management of the hall by the county represents the best for Cayucos, coupled with the the way in which the hall and pier were maintained under county oversight, forcing the closure of both. During the last five

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park, fire department equipment and defibrillators, maintenance of the sculpture at the entrance to the pier, installation of the concrete patio years the adjacent barbecue area has in the picnic area behind the hall, been rented out only “occasionally” pier restoration, and the list goes on. because the hall itself was closed! The My question is: What is the county fact is that the Cayucos Lions Club has planning to do with the money when managed the hall for the last 40 years they take it over? (at no cost to the county) based on a After the hall was closed, there were long-standing agreement, and the Lions monthly bills that still needed to be paid, have been an excellent steward of the even though the hall was not able to hall and for the community. The Lions generate income for the community. The kept the rental costs affordable for our Cayucos Lions community, and all the income raised MUSICwere led to believe that the agreement with the Lions would continue went directly back into Cayucos and our neighboring communities, including and the Lions would manage the Hall after it was FLAVOR/EATS reopened. In good faith the Morro Bay, Atascadero, and fire relief Lions continued to pay these monthly bills for further outlying towns. I believe for the county, as they had always done as the county sees the opportunity to take INFO control and use this income for purposes part of the agreement. These bills include electric, gas, sewer, garbage, security, other than for the benefit of our local etc., and they amount to more than coastal towns. CALENDAR $46,000 during the last Here are some facts five years. In my opinion, about the management of OPINION if the county has chosen the Vets Hall under the not to honor their word, Cayucos Lions: Send us your then they should refund During the seven views and opinions to NEWS that money to the Lions so years prior to the letters@newtimesslo.com. that it can be used for our closure in 2016, community. the Cayucos Lions STROKES Regarding a managed the hall and demonstration of community interest paid the monthly bills. The Lions ARTS in sending the county a in the hall and used the Vets Hall income to funnel “message” about Cayucos’ commitment, more than $125,000 into programs the Lions raised $115,000 in the first that benefitted the community. These few years after closure for fitting-out the programs included scholarships, free hall once it was repaired. This money swim passes for those in need, the food is for tables, chairs, cookware, window bank, beach playground equipment, coverings, etc.—all the things needed to building and maintaining the skate

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use the hall. The county knows about this money and the efforts already made. It is still sitting there, waiting to be used for that purpose. In my opinion, the county already got that message several years ago. Now they want yet another message to refresh their memory. In conclusion, I believe that the only thing that Cayucos wants is a useable building. I personally don’t want a lavish restoration and unneeded “improvements” and artist’s renderings that have been on display for the last three years. Keep it simple: The hall represents a solid business plan that will generate an excellent income stream for the community. After witnessing the closure of the pier and the hall due to the county’s inability to maintain them, I am opposed to the county taking management of the hall out of local hands and doing it themselves. The Lions have demonstrated decades of good stewardship and proven fiscal responsibility for the hall. I think the county should be ashamed for letting this issue go unresolved for five years and for its decision to backtrack on how the hall has been managed for the last four decades. For me, the county has sent the town a clear message: “Cayucos, raise the money yourselves to fix your hall, and then we’re going to take the hall away from you and use the income for what we want.” I applaud the Cayucos community for forming a Veterans Hall Restoration committee, and I will be sending in my family’s donation after I finish this letter. ∆ Phil Kiesewetter is a Cayucos resident and member of the Cayucos Lions Club. Send a response to letters@newtimesslo.com.

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BY ANDREW CHRISTIE

The oil next time

’m writing this the day after the oil spill off the coast of Orange County hit the news. By the time you read this, I doubt I’ll be the only one to have drawn a straight line between what just happened off Orange County and what happened two days earlier at the Santa Barbara County Planning Commission. But just to make sure: The Orange County spill has reportedly dumped at least 126,000 gallons of oil into the sea. The oil apparently started flowing from a pipeline connected to an oil platform 5 miles offshore of Long Beach on the night of Oct. 1 (but wasn’t reported until the next day) and began washing up onshore and seeping into coastal marshlands. Per the Daily Breeze, the spill will entail tens of millions of dollars in damage and cleanup costs, and has “coated hundreds of animals in oil, many of which died. It also forced offshore areas to be put off limits to fishing.” Two days earlier, the Exxon Be Gone coalition celebrated a win at the Santa Barbara County Planning Commission, when the commissioners voted 3-2 to recommend denial of the ExxonMobil Interim Trucking—Santa Ynez Unit Phased Restart Project. The project name is a mouthful, but here’s what it means: ExxonMobil proposes to restart three aging, offshore oil platforms that have been shuttered since the Refugio oil spill six years ago, plus the restart of their onshore facilities, expected to generate 317,043 metric tons of greenhouse gasses per year (equivalent to about 70,000 cars), and then transport more than 1 billion gallons of oil via 25,000 round-trip diesel tanker truck trips a year through Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Kern counties on highways 101 and 166. The Sierra Club’s Los Padres Chapter for Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, along with the Santa Lucia Chapter, KernKaweah Chapter, Sierra Club California, and Sierra Club National were among the groups urging denial of the project at the Sept. 29 meeting of the Santa Barbara Planning Commission. We pointed out that the risk of spills from trucking the oil is a significant Class 1 impact under the California Environmental Quality Act; trucks are the least safe way to transport oil; many places prohibit transporting hazardous materials next to waterways, over bridges, through tunnels, and on windy roads; and these particular stretches of road have a long and deadly accident history. Worse: The project’s environmental review considered only the trucking impacts, not the risks of restarting offshore oil production from Exxon’s three aging offshore platforms, which are beyond their projected end of life, have had numerous documented problems with corrosion and leaks, and were slated for decommissioning in 2020 if the Refugio spill hadn’t intervened in 2015. Offshore spills can never be completely cleaned up, and marine ecosystems do not fully recover even decades after a spill. It also seemed worth mentioning that in 1982, the year Exxon signed a memorandum of agreement with Santa Barbara County and the state of California for the Santa Ynez offshore unit, promising to “provide for protection

of the environment while undertaking the production of oil and gas resources,” Exxon’s environmental affairs office sent an internal report to management that said that the consequences of climate change could be catastrophic, and that a significant reduction in fossil fuel consumption would be necessary to curtail future climate impacts. Exxon then spent the next 40 years covering this up and blocking solutions. At the end of that hearing, the county Planning Commission agreed: The project wasn’t worth the risks, and they would recommend denial to the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors. I want to think that if that meeting had happened four days later, the 3-2 vote would have been much less close. Katie Davis, chair of the Sierra Club’s Los Padres Chapter, noted, “Opposition to this project is overwhelming, ranging from cattle ranchers at Hollister Ranch, the Chumash people who have inhabited the Gaviota coast and our region for thousands of years, the Fearless Grandmas and student groups, the coastal cities, school and water districts, business leaders, environmental groups that first emerged from the 1969 oil spill, people from all three counties, and even beyond— literally thousands of people have spoken in opposition to this project, and multiple rallies and protests have been held over the course of several years.” Conspicuous by their silence: the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors and the cities of Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, and Paso Robles. This project promises a double whammy: three resurrected offshore rigs, plus 70 tanker trucks a day coming up the coast and across Highway 166 through the Cuyama River watershed. Now would be the time for our local governments to decide where they stand on the issue of marine wildlife, fishing, tourism, and recreation vs. an oil giant’s profits, and send formal notification of that position and a request for action to the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors. You’ve got one shot. Early November would be good. ∆ Andrew Christie is the director of the Santa Lucia Chapter of the Sierra Club. Send comments through clanham@newtimesslo.com.

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eek after week, alone on her hill, a SLO County Supervisor with a furrowed brow is sitting perfectly still. And she can’t help but grandstand. But, this time, the fool on her hill saw her argument going down. And the eyes in her head see a new top county elections official stepping in. Any guess as to who our lonely lady is? It’s 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold, who just had to speak up during the Oct. 12 special meeting where supervisors finally chose a new clerkrecorder to replace Tommy Gong. Arnold was not happy with her very qualified choices! She wanted seven candidates to pick from, and the committee they chose only offered supervisors three. Duh, we know! We’ve been listening to you bitch about it for weeks now! “We wanted a transparent process,” she lamented. Wait, am I crazy? This is, like, the most transparent process the county has ever engaged in. Since Gong left, everyone in the county has known exactly what’s happened or been happening during the whole clerk-recorder replacement appointment process. And everyone also offered their hot takes on it, most of which were neither hot nor worth taking. Let’s take Mike Brown from COLAB’s (Coalition of Labor, Agriculture, and Business) lame, last-minute hot take

inspiration. He rolled into the meeting late, fresh off of sitting in traffic on Highway 101, and he was pissed! “Highway 101 is completely shut down in Nipomo,” he said, alluding to some Caltrans project near Laetitia Winery that caused traffic that morning. “And this goes down to the issue you’re facing here and the issue with expertise. Some expert engineer, right, the project manager, who decides on a Tuesday morning that this thing is going to start … . It’s just so typical of the problem of government expertise, because there’s no accountability.” Wow, one morning of bad traffic, and he’s ready to throw job qualifications out the window. No more “expert” civil engineers for the roads! Let’s have the next Caltrans project headed up by a ballet dancer or a English professor! Then we’ll finally have some accountability. What Arnold really wanted—which she has repeated ad nauseam—was to start the entire appointment process over again. “Our motion was ignored. ... Today, we are the voice of the citizens, and I just want to do my job,” Arnold said, and promptly declined to do her job by not choosing a candidate to appoint. “It sounds like you guys have it taken care of.” In a surprising show of bipartisan congeniality—except for ideological Arnold—supervisors chose Santa Barbara County Elections Division Manager Elaina Cano as the next SLO County clerk-

interview process about some recorder. And 1st District Supe recall election night shenanigans John Peschong, who said that both in Santa Barbara County. Cano and fellow applicant Acting A group of extremely fired-up Clerk-Recorder Helen Nolan were folks actually met some county “highly qualified” (I guess he didn’t elections ballot box drivers on the sit in traffic that morning), even went night of Sept. 14 (recall election so far as to actually praise Clerknight), heckled and harassed Recorder’s Office staff! them, and then followed them back to “I think we have a very good Clerkthe elections office. Followed them! This Recorder’s Office. I think there are little group of 10 to 12 individuals then exceptional people there, and I think that congregated in front of the office and were they run fair elections,” he said. being unruly enough that the sheriff’s Take that, all you Chicken Little deputy on duty called for a little bit of backup. Republicans crying “fraud!” Not only is Cano, who heard the call, joined the the sky not falling, but elections in this response. She told the group of fraudcounty are being conducted efficiently, obsessed conspiracists (My words, not hers!) effectively, and fairly. And supervisors took steps to ensure that that she would take them in to watch the vote tabulation process if they just calmed continues: Even 4th District Supervisor down. That took about an hour. Lynn Compton—who sides with Arnold She then spent hours of arguably the on almost everything—agreed that it was busiest night of her year with these people, best to put this controversial, partisanguiding them from room to room, pointing divided chapter of SLO County history in out each and every process, all the while the rearview. MUSIC listening to their comments “disagreeing “We already have enough people that with everything I had to say.” have distrust in the process right now. And Even though they were seeing the I just think that going back to the table FLAVOR/EATS process in real time. and doing it all over again, adds to that “That’s not what I planned to do on election distrust,” Compton said. “I think it becomes night,” she said during her interview. a mockery in the county if we go back and INFO But it’s good she has some “expertise” do it all again.” in dealing with it, because more of that It was already on the verge of mockeryCALENDAR is likely to come. We all better hang on. dom, so it wouldn’t have taken much This next election ought to chicanery to make that be a fun one. ∆ happen. In an all-tooOPINION fitting example of what The Shredder doesn’t envy disgruntled “patriots” Send us your elections officials. Send could do in SLO County, views and opinions to NEWS comments to shredder@ Cano spilled the tea letters@newtimesslo.com. newtimesslo.com. during her transparent

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The San Luis Obispo Friends of the Library hosts its multi-day book sale at the SLO Library Community Room, Monday, Oct. 18, through Saturday, Oct. 23. Books from various genres will be available to purchase, along with DVDs, CDs, and other items. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the SLO Library. For more info, visit slofol.org. The SLO Library Community Room is located at 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. —Caleb Wiseblood PHOTO COURTESY OF REBECCA JURETIC

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BEATE AMLER’S PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT: REFLECTIONS Beate Amler shows her photographic work in her exhibit “Reflections” at the Morro Bay Library until the end of October. She captures the light and colors displayed in reflections around us in an unusual way. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. through Oct. 30 Free. 805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.

CENTRAL COAST SCULPTORS’ “TOMORROW’S SCULPTURE” Explore Central Coast Sculptors’ contemporary exhibition, “toMORROw’s Sculpture” at Art Center Morro Bay through Nov. 1, along with Morro Bay Art Association’s mixed-media showcase Visionary Human. Juror Russell Hodin chose 30 sculptures with diverse materials, styles and techniques by 24 regional 3D-artists. Masks required. Through Nov. 1 Free admission. 805-772-2504. centralcoastsculptors.org/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

FEATURED ARTIST ATUL PANDE “I am a self-taught painter working in water-based media, mainly acrylic. My style is based on the non-objective modern expressionist movement that originated in post-WWII New York. I work in an intuitive manner exploring line, form and color, but without a goal in mind,” Pande said in a statement. Through Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. FEATURED CRAFT ARTIST: ARDELLA SWANBERG Type of Art: Book making and handmade crafts. Ardella was raised in Garden Grove, California, lived in many locations, and relocated to here 25 years ago. Ardella paints subjects found in the Central Coast. Through Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, 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.

FREE CREATIVITY DAY This ongoing group is free, informal, and open to the public. Meet in the Studio at Art Center Morro Bay. Bring your art work, in any medium and join others working in various mediums. Bring your

lunch and join the fun. Choose your attendance time. Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. through Jan. 26 Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/ comingevents/classes/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE: FEATURED ARTIST GROUP SHOW “Between The Tides” is a group photography show, depicting the beauty of our seacoast—the amazing land and waterscapes that shape our beautiful Central Coast. Kerry Drager, Teresa Ferguson, Greg Siragusa, and Dominic Hartman bring their individual photographic snap-shots to this show. Through Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

LARRY LE BRANE’S WEEKLY FUSED GLASS LABS FOR EXPERIENCED STUDENTS Call or email host, or check website for more precise info on workshop dates (dates vary). Ideal for students who already make fused-glass independently. Try 1 or a whole series with technical and design help. Equipment and decorative glass included in $55 fee. Students supply COE 96 base glass. No drop-ins, please. Details, dates, and register at larron4@charter.net. Through Nov. 27 $55. 805-5288791. facebook.com/larry.lebrane. Central Coast Glass Blowing and Fusing, 1279 2nd Street, Los Osos.

LEARN BEGINNING FUSED GLASS WITH LARRY LE BRANE Call or email host, or check website for more precise info on workshop dates (dates vary). Make fused-glass home/garden décor, gifts, dishware, or use in your own artwork. No previous art skills are needed. All materials for 3-5 projects are included in $135 fee. For 4-6 students. No drop-ins. Registration at larron4@ charter.net Oct. 23-Jan. 29 $135. 805-528-8791. facebook.com/larry.lebrane. Central Coast Glass Blowing and Fusing, 1279 2nd Street, Los Osos.

LIVE FIGURE DRAWING CLASS Open to vaccinated adults. All levels and art techniques are welcome. 18 ages and

over. No photos allowed. Bring your own art materials. First come, first served. Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. through Jan. 26 $10 members; $12 non-members. 805-7722504. artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/comingevents/ classes/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS AND ARTISTS Cambria Center for the Arts is always looking for volunteers to help us with projects. No artistic skills required. Artists are also sought on a continual basis. Please check our website for details. Through Dec. 31 805-927-8190. cambriaarts.org/home. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

MOSAICS FOR BEGINNERS Learn mosaic basics from cutting, gluing, grouting to cleaning to create a masterpiece. Choose project on website. Everything provided to complete project in class. Preregistration required. Oct. 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Various. 805-2865993. CreativeMeTime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. OPEN STUDIO: KURT WALDO Enjoy abstract expressionist art; mixed media on paper and canvas, prints. Features demonstration and opportunity to purchase fine art. Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 240-344-0083. Kurt Waldo, 1254 2nd Street, C, Los Osos, kurtwaldo.com.

THE REBOOT: STORYTELLING REIMAGINED It’s free, it’s community, it’s storytelling gold for folks who delight in all things well told. Come vaxxed and relaxed, dress warm and drink up this live, creative happening in Top Dog’s enchanted open air venue under the stars, just blocks from the ocean. Fourth Friday of every month, 7-9 p.m. through Oct. 29. 805-772-9225. facebook.com/the. reboot4u. Top Dog Coffee Bar, 857 Main St., Morro Bay.

ROD BAKER’S GLASSWORK: 2021 OPEN STUDIOS ART TOUR Visit Rod’s gallery, studios, and sculpture garden in a cool coastal setting. Explore beautiful hand-blown and fused-glass home-garden décor, affordable gifts, and designer glass jewelry. Free event co-hosted by ARTS Obispo. Masks indoors, please.

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Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-551-6836. Central Coast Glass Blowing and Fusing, 1279 2nd Street, Los Osos, RodBakerGlass.com.

SEA GLASS HAMMERED METAL JEWELRY Learn how to drill holes in sea glass (for safety this will be a demonstration), hammer metal to strength and texture it, and basic jewelry making skills to create a necklace and two earrings. Everything is provided to complete the projects including local sea glass. Oct. 16, 10 a.m.noon and Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-noon $50. 805-286-5993. CreativeMeTime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. SUCCULENT PUMPKIN CENTERPIECE Create a beautiful pumpkin succulent centerpiece to usher in the fall season. You bring the pumpkin and artist Joan Fee supplies succulents, moss, glue and instruction. When the pumpkin is no longer usable, the top can be cut off and planted in soil. Preregistration required. Oct. 16 and Oct. 24 $25. 805-286-5993. CreativeMeTime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

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1975 PEOPLE PLACES THINGS: A PHOTO EXHIBIT Maureen Thompson and Larry Borges have restored black and white photos from Europe taken nearly 50 years ago while Maureen studied photography in Austria. Opening reception on Sept. 4. Exhibit continues through Dec. 1. Through Dec. 1 Free. 520-7309733. Joebella Coffee Roasters, 3168 El Camino Real, Atascadero, joebellacoffee.com.

ACRYLIC LAVENDER WITH MEAGAN Join artist Meagan Robbins to learn how to paint lavender flowers. She will also go over some easy acrylic techniques to add some texture into your painting (using items you probably have in your kitchen). For ages 7-14. Text or call to sign up. Oct. 16, 2:30-3:30 p.m. $20. 209-3477295. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org. BRUCE MUNRO: LIGHT AT SENSORIO Acclaimed artist Bruce Munro’s Light at Sensorio features two walkthrough installations: “Field of Light” featuring almost 60,000 color-changing blooms covering 15 acres of rolling hills; and “Light Towers,” celebrating Paso Robles wine country with 69 towers composed of more than 17,000 illuminated wine bottles. Thursdays-Sundays. through Jan. 2 $9.50-$110. 805-226-4287. sensoriopaso. com/. Sensorio, 4380 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles. CREATING COMIC CHARACTERS Are you ready to bring your creations to life? In this 2-hour workshop, we’ll be creating characters, learning their life stories, and watching them react to different situations. You’ll make a number of quick drawings, and leave with a completed ARTS continued page 16

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ARTS from page 15 comic. All experience levels. Oct. 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $25. 805-464-0533. the1artery.com. The ARTery, 5890 Traffic Way, Atascadero.

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

INTRO TO ENCAUSTICS This workshop taught by Vicky Hoffman, is a hands-on intro to the basic techniques of the process. Learn how to do transfers, mark making, mixed media, and more. Supplies included. To register, email vicky@vickyhoffman.com. Oct. 23, 1-4 p.m. $75. 310-993-1732. Marie Ramey Fine Art, 7460 Pinal Ave, Atascadero, marieramey.com.

LUMINOUS LIGHTSCAPES Glass art celebrates the drama of light, color and form, making it luminous by its very nature. Luminous Lightscapes showcases many disciplines of glass art created by Rod Baker, Theresa Buccola, George Jercich, Kelly Johnson, Richard Mortensen, Carolyn Niblick, Brenda Steffensen, and Stephanie Wilbanks. Through Nov. 1, 12-4 p.m. 805-2389800. studiosonthepark.org/events/luminous-lightscapes/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. STUDIOS ON THE PARK: ONLINE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Check site for a variety of virtual classes and workshops online. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-238-9800.

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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.

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culture from an Indigenous perspective. This exhibition illustrates a history of events that changed the landscape of California. Through Nov. 28, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibition/deconstructedfreedom/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

FREE DOCENT TOURS AT SLOMA Gain a deeper understanding of the artwork on view with SLOMA’s new docent tours. Join our trained guides for interactive and engaging tours of SLOMA’s current exhibitions. To join a tour, please check-in at the front desk. Docent tours are free. Saturdays, 3-4 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. FREE MEMBERSHIP IN CENTRAL COAST SCULPTORS Central Coast Sculptors welcomes CA artists, teachers, and students working in 3D art media, and sculpture enthusiasts. Join for free until Dec. 31. No geographic requirements. Enjoy distinctive exhibits such as OCT. ‘The Phantom Project,’ pop-ups, juried member showcases, and more. Through Dec. 31 Free membership. 505-690-4283. centralcoastsculptors.org/ membership.html. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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PALESTINE: UNLIMITED PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT The display features photos from ten competition finalists from the first annual Karimeh Abboud Award Competition of Dar al-Kalima University College of Arts and Culture in Bethlehem, Palestine. Saturdays, Sundays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. through Oct. 31 Free. 805-544-2133. Mount Carmel Lutheran Church, 1701 Frederciks St, San Luis Obispo.

REVISITING THE VESSEL This exhibition explores the vessel, a form artists have been drawing inspiration from for thousands of years, as a reminder of its transcendence, necessity, and influence. This exhibition is hosted in partnership with the Central Coast Sculptors Group. Through Nov. 28, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-5438562. sloma.org/exhibition/ revisiting-the-vessel/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

SLO CAMERA CLUB Online Zoom meetings and competitions. 14 – OCT. 21 Everyone is welcome. Visit site for meeting links. Second Thursday 2021 of every month Free to guest. slocameraclub.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

MARK DI SUVERO: HISTORY AND ITS SHADOW An exhibition of paintings and sculpture by the world renowned artist. Through Nov. 7 San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, 5438562, sloma.org/.

MASK MAKING AND HAT MAKING Geared for children and adults. ongoing Spirits of Africa Gallery, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, spiritsofafricagallery.com/. OPEN STUDIOS ART TOUR 2021 Free to the public,

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, 2022 Free. 3cps.org/3cps-online-show/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

artists and crafters open their studios to showcase their art and share their process. Some artists have live demonstrations so visitors can see art being created and experience the creative process. Visitors create their own self-guided tour using the downloadable catalog. Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805544-9251. artsobispo.org/open-studios-art-tour. ARTS Obispo Open Studios Art Tour, SLO County, Countywide.

DECONSTRUCTED FREEDOM A descendant of the Cahuilla Band of Indians, Eric Jon Boyd creates mixed-media artwork that takes account of history and

PAINTING CLASSES Easels, brushes, and canvases provided. Limited to 20 students. ongoing Spirits of Africa Gallery, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo,

SLO FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE This popular book sale is back with additional days and items refreshed daily. Features books in various genres, DVDs, and CDs $1 each. All proceeds to SLO Library. Oct. 1822, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Oct. 23-22, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. slofol. org. San Luis Obispo Library Community Room, 995 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-781-5991.

SPIRITUAL MOVIE DISCUSSION (VIRTUAL) Supported by Unity 5 Cities, this weekly virtual group discusses popular movies with spiritual themes (please watch movies in advance). Contact Melissa at meliss. crist@gmail.com to be added to the email list and receive the link. Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-440-9461. unity5cities.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

VIEWPOINTS: A SPECIAL EXHIBITION Viewpoints is an exhibition by four artists who observe the world from different directions. Kim Snyder, Rod Baker, Barry Lundgren, and Janice Pluma each offer a unique perspective on nature’s many faces. Through Dec. 31 805-926-5050. SLO Gallery, 1019 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, SLOgallery.com.

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WONDERS OF THE OAK WOODLANDS YOUTH ART SHOW: IN SUPPORT OF LCSLO Features art from kindergarten to grade 12 students in San Luis Obispo County. Showcasing animal and plant diversity found within SLO County’s oak woodlands, while spotlighting the amazing talents of youth artists. Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Oct. 14 Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/gallery/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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110 STORIES From the first crash at the Towers to a last goodbye at Ground Zero, 110 Stories takes us through 9/11 as told by those who were there. Thursdays-Sundays, 7-8:15 p.m. through Oct. 21 $8-$12. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/shows/110-stories/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

FRANKENSTEIN’S BRIDE This horror story spoof hilariously reconstructs the classic tale by injecting it with musical parodies, pop culture references, and witty one-liners. Fifteen years after the death of Frankenstein’s creation, a mad scientist attempts to reanimate the Creature. What could possibly go wrong? Wednesdays-Sundays. through Nov. 14 $25-$32. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano. ARTISAN CRAFT FAIR Dozens of local artisans selling one of a kind gifts just in time for the holidays. A major portions of the proceeds will go to supporting Kristin Smart’s family. Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 805-459-4880. Kennedy Club Fitness, 1299 James Way, Arroyo Grande. 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.

OPEN STUDIO FOR ADULTS Call to reserve. All materials included. Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. & Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $35. 805-668-2125. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.

RANCHO NIPOMO: MOVING WITH THE TIMES EXHIBIT This exhibit also includes the restoration efforts of the Dana Adobe which had their start in the 1930s and remain ongoing to this day. Through Jan. 15, 2022, 11 a.m.3 p.m. $5, free for DANA members and children under 12 years of age. 805-929-5679. danaadobe.org. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo.

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houseplants, and gorgeous handmade pots. Masks and physical distancing requested. Benefits SLO NOOR Foundation. Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Oct. 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-602-7817. Steve Super Gardens, 2016 9th St., Los Osos.

LOCAL HEALER MARYAIÑE CURTIS: CONVICTION AND FEMININE AUTHORITY Learn a greater sense of yourself, make decisions with confidence, tap into your inner wisdom, know when something is off, and a firm foundation under your feet. Oct. 17, 1-3 p.m. Donation. maryainecurtis.com/. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-772-2880.

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MORRO BAY MIXED MARTIAL ARTS: SCHOOL OF TECHNIQUE Classes in fitness, boxing, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, and more. Use mind and body training for results that stick. Check website or call for more info. Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m. and Mondays-Saturdays, 9 a.m. through Oct. 28 Call for price details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

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.

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Creative Me Times presents its next Mosaics for Beginners workshop at Art Center Morro Bay on Saturday, Oct. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants will learn basic techniques to create their own mosaic masterpieces, including cutting, gluing, grouting, and other steps. Admission varies depending on the project. Call (805) 286-5993 or visit creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay is located at 835 Main St., Morro Bay. —C.W. ARTS from page 16 S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ L O S A L A M O S

FASHIONS FOR A PURPOSE A hybrid event (with in-person and virtual options). In-person event limited to 50 attendees. Features two guest speakers, various fashions, merchandise, prizes, and surprises all throughout the event. Oct. 16, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. fashionsforapurpose.org. Trattoria Uliveto, 285 Broadway, Orcutt, 805-934-4546.

WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE PANIC BROADCAST On the evening of October 30, 1938, radio listeners across the U.S. heard a startling report of mysterious creatures and terrifying war machines moving toward New York City. Oct. 15-31 my805tix.com. Klein Dance Arts, 3558 Skyway Drive, Orcutt.

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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.

CAMBRIA SCARECROW FESTIVAL A free, public display of unique creations throughout Cambria and San Simeon the entire month of October. This year’s work includes a variety of traditional, animated and unique scarecrows, with special grouped displays at key locations in both villages. Through Oct. 31, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. 805-395-2399. cambriascarecrows.com/. Cambria Scarecrow Fest, Citywide, Cambria.

vendors and potters, plus special guest vendor Cal Poly Horticulture, collaborating on a great outdoor event. Features an amazing lineup of succulent plants, tropicals,

Committed to Social Justice Freedom Fund Event SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16 Bang the Drum Brewery, SLO

Fashions for a Purpose: 7th Annual Fashion Event SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16 Trattoria Uliveto, Orcutt

Cambria Concerts presents: Jill Knight SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 Camp Ocean Pines, Cambria

Capricious Clarinet SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 Symphony of the Vines at Cass Winery, Paso Robles

Sunset Yoga in Morro Bay TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19 Cloisters Park, Morro Bay

Songwriters at Play/SSHH: Josh Rosenblum TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19 Puffer’s, Pismo Beach

Chakra Meditation and Breath Work WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20 On the Beach, Morro Bay

Butterfly Ball: Monarch Masquerade SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23 Octagon Barn, SLO

Barrel Room Concert: Brass Mash SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24 Cass Winery, Paso Robles

Play by AGHS Drama Dept: Silver’s Secret SAT & SUN, OCTOBER 30 & 31 Point San Luis Lighthouse

10th Anniversary Garagiste Wine Festival FRI & SAT, NOV. 12 & 13 Atascadero/Paso Robles

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.

YOGA IN THE GARDEN Enjoy yoga in the garden followed by ergonomic tips for gardeners, plus receive a coupon for 20 percent off one item at the Nursery. Saturdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. through Oct. 30 $15. cambrianursery.com. Cambria Nursery & Florist, 2801 Eton Rd, Cambria, 805-927-4747. 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. NORTH SLO COU NT Y

ANNUAL CAR SHOW Open to street rods, trucks, customs, exotics, classics. Food and drink and music available. Awards and raffle. Enter your vehicle(s) or come and enjoy the cars. Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $45 to enter. 805-927-3624. cambriachamber.org/event/carshow-in-cambria/. Cambria Veterans Memorial Hall, 1000 Main St., Cambria.

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. 805-221-5523. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero.

NAR-ANON: TUESDAY MEETINGS Nar-Anon is a support group for those who are affected by someone else’s addiction. Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. naranoncentralca. org/meetings/meeting-list/. The Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 805-221-5523. OPEN AIR VINEYARD YOGA Intentionally carve out time for quiet, movement, and a little self pampering in the open air of the vineyard with Yogi Chelcy Westphal Johnson, of Mindful Movement Collective. Fridays, 9:3010:30 a.m. $28-$150. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

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Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. through Dec. 27 Drop in $20; Monthly Membership available. 805-215-4565. omnistudiomb.com. Omni Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.

War of the Worlds FRI, SAT, SUN: OCT 15, 16, 17; 22, 23, 24; AND 29, 30, 31 Klein Dance Arts, Santa Maria

Instructor of the year. Ongoing courses. ongoing Call for price. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

weight loss and maintenance. Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. 805242-2421. tops.org. Santa Margarita Senior Center, 2210 H St., Santa Margarita.

COMMUNITY YOGA Community Yoga with Bridget

Harvest Festival Weekend: Pig Roast FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15 Cass Winery, Paso Robles

TAI CHI CHUN CERTIFICATION With the 2019 Tai Chi

CARDIO BARRE Sculpt. Tone. Sweat. With Bridget Sundays, 10-11 a.m. through Dec. 26 $20 Drop in; Monthly Membership available. 805-215-4565. omnistudiomb.com. Omni Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. 12-week program. Shed those extra pounds and learn which foods work with your unique body. ongoing, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Call for price and schedule. 805-235-7978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

In-Person Lighthouse Tours WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS Virtual Tours ON DEMAND Point San Luis Lighthouse

Halloween fun for all ages as we prepare for another spooktackular evening at the Charles Paddock Zoo. Get your best costume ready and bring the entire family out to a not-too-scary Halloween celebration. Oct. 23, 5-8:30 p.m. Regular admission. visitatascadero.com. Charles Paddock Zoo, 9100 Morro Rd., Atascadero.

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ANNUAL FALL PLANT SALE Come shop a wide variety of plants, including natives and other drought tolerant varieties grown by the garden’s own volunteers. Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Oct. 23, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

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BUTTERFLY BALL: MONARCH MASQUERADE The Butterfly Ball: Monarch Masquerade will feature mixology, a silent auction, performances by the Civic Ballet and other special guests, a guided art experience, delectable dining, informative speakers, and dancing to local Americana band The Mother Corn Shuckers. Oct. 23, 3-10 p.m. $100-$180. 805-548-0390. centralcoastparks.org/butterfly-ball/. Octagon Barn Center, 4400 Octagon OCT. 14 – OCT. 21 Way, San Luis Obispo. 2021

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BUILDING ALTARS AND CELEBRATING THE END OF LATINX HERATIGE MONTH Join in on building a communal altar for Day of the Dead at Corazon del Pueblo. Oct. 15, 7-8 p.m. Free. us02web.zoom. us/j/81002834891. Cultural and Creative Arts Center of SMV, 124 West Main St., suite E, Santa Maria, 805470-9813.

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Visit website 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.

beanies, and sports cards. New collectors, experienced collectors, and junior collectors are all invited. Bring coins for free appraisals. Oct. 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 805-9371250. Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria.

CAL POLY FOOTBALL VS UC DAVIS It’s Mustang Family Weekend and Cal Poly is taking on rival UC Davis in the Battle for the Golden Horseshoe. The first 2,000 fans will get a Cal Poly flag. Oct. 23, 5 p.m. gopoly.com/. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297. CAL POLY MEN’S SOCCER VS UC DAVIS Help us honor the Mustang seniors playing in their final match at Spanos Stadium. Oct. 24, 3 p.m. gopoly.com/. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805756-7297.

CAL POLY MEN’S SOCCER VS UCSB Don’t miss the biggest game in college soccer as Cal Poly squares off with UC Santa Barbara in the next installment of the Blue-Green Rivalry. Oct. 16, 7 p.m. gopoly.com/. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805756-7297.

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

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In conjunction with their new exhibit, Widening Circles: Landscape Portraits of Solvang at the Elverhoj Museum of History and Art, artists John Iwerks and Chris Chapman are hosting a series of painting demonstrations during the months of October and November. Registration is now open for the next entry in the series, a pastel demo led by Chapman, which takes place at the museum on Saturday, Oct. 30. The exhibit will remain on display through January 2022. For more info, visit elverhoj.org. The museum is located at 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang. —C.W

CAL POLY VOLLEYBALL VS UC IRVINE It’s a Double-Up Saturday, so show your ticket to the football game and you’ll receive free admission to the volleyball match. Oct. 23, 2 p.m. gopoly.com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY VOLLEYBALL VS UC SAN DIEGO Come watch the Mustangs take on UC San Diego at Mot Athletics Center. Oct. 22, 7 p.m. gopoly.com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805756-7297.

CAL POLY WOMEN’S SOCCER VS UC SAN DIEGO It’s Youth Day, so all kids ages 13 and under receive free admission to the match. Oct. 17, noon gopoly.com/. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

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

COMMITTED TO SOCIAL JUSTICE FREEDOM FUND EVENT The annual signature event and fundraiser for the NAACP San Luis Obispo County Branch. Keynote Speaker: Congresswoman Maxine Waters, introduced by Congressman Salud Carbajal. Oct. 16, 5-7 p.m. naacpslocty.org/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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.

FUN RUN FOR INCLUSION 5K 2021 Life Steps will be hosting a virtual Fun Run for Inclusion 5K benefit run. Runners can choose to complete the event at your own time, place, and pace. Oct. 24-30 $35-$40. 650-2591808. lsf5k.org/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

GALA PRIDE AND DIVERSITY CENTER BOARD MEETING (VIA ZOOM) Monthly meeting of the Gala Pride and Diversity Center Board of Directors. Meets virtually via Zoom and is open to members of the public. Visit galacc.org/events to fill out the form to request meeting access. Third Tuesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. No admission fee. galacc.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

GRATITUDE JOURNAL CLUB EnjoySLO is teaming up with KJ of The Rooted Yogi for a self-care Sunday. Staff will be providing journal prompts, pens, tunes, coffee, and good vibes. Jamie Nicole of Harmonic Holistics will also be providing a vibrational sound healing session. Oct. 17, 9-11 a.m. Free; $10 suggested donation. eventbrite.com. Dallidet Adobe and Gardens, 1185 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo, 805-543-0638.

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

to register over the phone. Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Members $130; Non-members $160. 805481-6399. 5 Cities Swim School, 425 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, 5citiesswimschool.com.

Wednesday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Free. galacc.org/ events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

LOV GARDEN CLUB VIRTUAL PROGRAM AND MEETING Learn how to attract birds to your yard by planting native plants. Specially selected YouTube videos will be shown and discussed. Features Marin UC Master Gardener and CA Native Plant Society videos. Oct. 16, 9:30-11 a.m. Free. lovgardenclub.org. 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.

MODERN DANCE FITNESS CLASS FOR ADULTS Rhythmic and exploratory movement rooted in expressive modern dance style. This class is suitable for all levels. Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m. World Rhythm and Motion Studio, 3422 Miguelito Ct., Studio #3, San Luis Obispo, 805-5960609, worldrhythmandmotion.com.

OUTDOOR YOGA CLASSES Hotel San Luis Obispo, 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. hotelslo.com. Hotel San Luis Obispo, 877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

PARTNERSHIP FOR EXCELLENCE: SHIFTS, INNOVATIONS, AND LESSONS FROM PANDEMIC FORWARD Join us for a virtual event highlighting nonprofit-funder partnerships, re-connecting members of our sector, reflecting on the past year and a half, and moving forward in a pandemic-informed world. Generously sponsored by The Foundation Roundtable. Oct. 20, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. nprnsb.org/pfe. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

Q YOUTH GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) This 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. QI GONG FOR MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT Learn 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.

SIERRA CLUB HISTORIC WALK: VICTORIAN AGE, SLO Guided stroll past century old homes, churches in Historic District. See residences of past mayors, newspaper editors, Cal Poly founder, and others in horse and buggy days. No reservations. Masks if not vaccinated. Leader:Joe Morris, 805-549-0355. Oct. 17, 2-3:30 p.m. Free. The Jack House, 536 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo, 781-7308, slocity.org/government/ department-directory/parks-and-recreation/jack-houseand-gardens.

SLO LEZ B FRIENDS (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) A 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

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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.

SLO NOONTIME TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETINGS Want to improve speaking and leadership 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 ROLL POP-UP: THE GHOULS COME OUT AT NIGHT A roller disco with a Halloween vibe featuring music from SLO County’s own DJ Brotha C. All Ages are welcome. Costumes encouraged. Oct. 16, 5-7 p.m. Santa Rosa Park, Santa Rosa St., 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.

TRANS* TUESDAY A safe space providing peer-to-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.

ZUMBA WITH CHRISTIANA SLO’s ultimate dance fitness workout, combining cardio and muscle toning set to today’s hottest Latin beats. All levels are welcomed and celebrated. First class is $5 to try. Various pricing options available. Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 p.m. ChristianaEnriquez. Zumba.com. Zumba with Christiana, 3422 Miguelito Ct, Studio 3, San Luis Obispo, 805-305-5609.

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AVILA BEACH CHILDREN’S BUSINESS FAIR A oneday children’s marketplace where participants can sell their crafts/creations at their own business booths. This event promotes and supports young entrepreneurs. Oct. 16 Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., Avila Beach, 805-627-1997, avilabeachcc.com. POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE VIRTUAL TOUR Join a live docent via Zoom for an interactive virtual tour of the Point San Luis Lighthouse. Wednesdays, 11 a.m. $10. pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

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HARVEST FESTIVAL PIG ROAST, GRAPE STOMP, AND TACOS Enjoy this annual harvest festival, which includes apig roast dinner buffet, a dance, grape stomp, and more. Oct. 15, 6-9 p.m. and Oct. 16, 12-3 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.

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TASTES OF THE VINE Soak in the beauty of the Central Coast from the terrace of an exclusive Edna Valley Estate. Your ticket includes an afternoon signature wine tasting from small local wineries, delicious hors d’oeuvres, custom cocktails, and beautiful live music. Oct. 16, 4-7 p.m. $150 per ticket. 805-548-8700. donate.sloclassical.org. Private Residence in Edna Valley, 2340 Camino Edna, San Luis Obispo.

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THE JILL KNIGHT TRIO REVIVAL Features Jill Knight (songstress/guitar), Brynn Albanese(violin), Eric Williams (bass/vocals), and special guest drummer/vocalist Tim Costa. Oct. 17, 2-4:30 p.m. my805tix.com. Camp Ocean Pines, 1473 Randall Dr., Cambria, 805-927-0254.

THE JUMP JAX LIVE: CASTORO CELLARS Come up to Castoro Cellars for an afternoon of the Jump Jax, playing their eclectic mix of blues, swing, and other genres. Oct. 16, 1-4 p.m. No cover. 805-704-5116. jumpjax.com. Castoro Cellars, 1315 N. Bethel Rd., Templeton.

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. SAN LUIS CHAMBER MUSIC ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCE On the program is George Fredric Handel’s Entrance to the Queen of Sheba, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Serenade No. 6 in D Major, K. 239, FLAVOR/EATS Fritz Kreisler’s Praeludium and Allegra and Benjamin Brittin’s Simple Symphony. Mark Kovacs conducting. Oct. 23 $15. 805-400-3019. Trinity United Methodist Church, INFO 490 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos, trinitylososos.org.

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VETSURF FRIDAY Veterans encouraged to join us for these weekly VetSurf programs to share the camaraderie. Surfers and non-surfers are welcome; enjoy coffee and snacks on the beach or paddle out to share some waves with fellow Veterans. Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Free admission. 805-441-5271. ampsurf.org. Addie Street Surfer Parking Lot, Addie Street, Pismo Beach.

WEEKLY DROWNING RESCUE COURSES Facility advertised as open and safe. Give the office a call

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Doce Robles Winery and Vineyard. Spend the evening under the rising NEWS full moon with wine and friends. Oct. 16, 5-8 p.m. $15-$35. 805-227-4766. docerobleswinery.com/event. Doce Robles Winery, 2023 Twelve Oaks Dr., Paso Robles. STROKES

CAPRICIOUS CLARINET Local clarinetist Richard Dobeck is featured in this Off-The-Vines concert. Oct. 17, 5:30 p.m. my805tix.com. Cass Winery And Vineyard, ARTS 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730. DIRTY HEADS AND SUBLIME WITH ROME: HIGH AND MIGHTY TOUR Dirty Heads and Sublime with Rome bring their “High and Mighty Tour” to the Vina Robles Amphitheatre with special guest HIRIE.

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MUSIC from page 20 Oct. 14, 7-10 p.m. $49.50-$75. 805-286-3680. vinaroblesamphitheatre.com/concerts. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.

EASTON EVERETT TRIO Neo-folk pop. Oct. 17, 1-5 p.m. Rava Wines + Events, 6785 Creston Rd., Paso Robles, 805-238-7282. FLAVOR PACKET LIVE Contemporary jazz. Oct. 16, 1-4 p.m. eastoneverett.com/. Eberle Winery, 3810 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles, 805-238-9607.

FRIDAY DJ SERIES Features different DJ each Friday. Presented by Traffic Records. Fridays, 6-9 p.m. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero, 805-460-6042, ancientowlbeergarden.com. THE JUMP JAX LIVE: BRISTOLS CIDERHOUSE Plenty of room to dance. The Jump Jax play an eclectic mix of genres. Oct. 15, 7-9:30 p.m. No cover. 805704-5116. jumpjax.com. Bristol’s Cider House, 3220 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

NO QUARTER (LED ZEPPELIN TRIBUTE BAND) Oct. 16, 7-9 p.m. Rava Wines + Events, 6785 Creston Rd., Paso Robles, 805-238-7282.

PRIMUS: A TRIBUTE TO KINGS With special guest Wolfmother. All previously purchased tickets will be honored on this rescheduled date. Oct. 16, 7-10 p.m. $39.50-$49.50. 805-286-3680. vinaroblesamphitheatre.com. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles. SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES FOX AND BONES Fox and Bones (Sarah Vitort and Scott Gilmore) are on tour with their third album, American Alchemy. Formed in 2016, the Portland-based duo play an original blend of folk, pop, Americana and soul music. Also features special guest Harry Wiese and host Steve Key. Oct. 16, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. stevekey.com/ events. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS: VIRTUAL MUSIC SERIES Follow the venue’s Facebook page for a virtual series of music, wine tasting, and education. Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. Free. facebook.com/ vinaroblesamphitheatre/. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles, 805-286-3680.

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DRUM CIRCLE SING-A-LONG Limited to 20 drummers. Learn African music through drumming and song. ongoing Spirits of Africa Gallery, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, spiritsofafricagallery.com/.

GLISSANDO: FALL HARP MUSIC BY C. HITE A

new harp album release for listening and download at bandcamp. You can imagine autumn leaves scampering about in a playful wind in original songs written with the heavenly glissando strumming technique. Through Nov. 4 carolbethhite.bandcamp.com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

LIVE MUSIC WITH GRAMMY AWARD-WINNER LOUIE ORTEGA 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.

LIVE MUSIC WITH LOCAL LEGEND PAT PEARSON Enjoy live music with local phenom Pat Pearson, while sipping your favorites in the Wine Bar and Craft Beer Garden. No cover. Saturdays, 4-7 p.m. Free. 805-5449463. slowineandbeerco.com/events. SLO Wine and Beer Company, 3536 S. Higuera Street, Suite 250, San Luis Obispo.

LUCIA MICARELLI LIVE Violinist, singer, and actress Lucia Micarelli makes her San Luis Obispo debut. A violin student from the Manhattan School of Music, she’s been a featured violinist and concertmaster for the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and held the starring role of “Annie” in HBO’s critically acclaimed series Treme. Oct. 22 Tickets start at $35. 805-781-3009. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, cuesta.edu.

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LED ZEPAGAIN: A TRIBUTE TO LED ZEPPELIN “It’s as close as you’ll ever get to the real deal,” Jimmy Page once said. Oct. 14, 8-9:30 p.m. $35-$40. 805489-9444. rockitboy.com/show/led-zepagain-the-mostauthentic-reproduction-of-led-zeppelin-in-the-world-today/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

LIVE AT THE LIGHTHOUSE: TIPSY GYPSIES The Point San Luis Lighthouse Keepers proudly present “Live at the Lighthouse”, a Saturday concert series at the light station. Oct. 16, 3 p.m. my805tix.com. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach. SINGER-SONGWRITERS HEARD HERE (SSHH) CONCERT SERIES Produced by Songwriters at Play. The goal is to create an intimate, listening atmosphere, presenting performers of original music to appreciative audiences. Oct. 19, 6:30 p.m. my805tix.com. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-6563. m

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BY GLEN STARKEY

PHOTO COURTESY OF TODD SNIDER

Preach the funk

Todd Snider’s new sound is funky, swampy, bluesy fun

learned a ton. I tried to study music by s a reminder of just how tenuous other people, and come to this record live music concerts remain in hoping that I’d have something new to the COVID-19 era, the Fremont say. I wanted to do what I was calling Theater canceled two scheduled show ‘funk in back and busking up front, with this week: Colter Wall on Friday, Oct. 15 White Album-y shit scattered about.’ I had and Tanya Tucker on Monday, Oct. 18. done a lot of listening to Parliament and There’s still a fair amount of trepidation James Brown and lots of reggae music, among concertgoers, especially the welltoo. It’s embarrassing to admit, but I’ve heeled boomers who are more at risk, and been trying to think of this sound all all it takes is a crewmember or two to my life. This is the closest I’ve come to contract the disease to shut down a tour. thinking, ‘Man, I don’t know that I’ve Everything’s up in the air. heard anything like this before.’” As of now, the Todd Snider show The music has a spontaneous, jangly, this Saturday, Oct. 16 (9 p.m.; all ages; handmade feel—like it rose from the $20 to $35 at eventbrite.com) is a go at primordial ooze of America’s landfills the Fremont, which is good news for me and dumping grounds, wafted upward to because Snider is a personal favorite be captured by one of the nation’s great who recently released a new album, First observers, and turned into a shimmering Agnostic Church of Hope and Wonder. mirror reflecting back all of our foibles. It’s Snider is a masterful, quirky, gifted not growly, industrial, or carnivalesque, songwriter whose 18 previous albums but I couldn’t help being reminded of garnered him a cult following and even another favorite, Tom Waits. This is an a couple of charting singles, which is album full of Snider’s trademark snark unusual for an alt-Americana troubadour and sass. On “The Get Together,” Snider who probably smokes his weight in sings, “One day a wise young man threw pot annually. He’s certainly kept good down his apron and he said, I quit/ I’ve company through his career. He toured been considering the meaning of existing/ extensively with Jimmy Buffet, Emmylou And I’m pretty sure this ain’t it// So Harris, and John Prine, who he met in he climbed the tallest 1991 and remained friends mountain/ He sat beneath with until Prine’s death MUSIC the tallest tree/ Seeking a in 2020. peace within himself/ He I fell in love with Send music and waited patiently/ It would Snider’s songwriting the FLAVOR/EATS club information to seem that all was folly/ moment I heard “Beer gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. As he focused more and Run”: “B, double-E, INFO more/ Exploring the nature double-R, U, N, Beer of being/ Until he came to its run. All we need is a 10 and very core// And it was there he became a five-er, a car and a key and a sober enlightened/CALENDAR And it was then he begun to driver.” Snider’s songs are funny, poignant, and sob/ He said, oh shit ... I quit my job.” Snider’s a real road dog, so taking a sometimes weird, and on his new album, OPINION forced year and a half off touring was he’s taken his sound in new directions. “After my last album Agnostic Hymns, I rough on him. “I miss banging around America like felt like I was out of ideas and I just didn’t NEWS it’s my yard,” Snider said. “I like to play know where to go next,” Snider said in for people. Staying home, I gardened, press materials. “So I did a side project I got a boat,STROKES I played guitar a lot. But with the Hard Working Americans [a then I usually don’t make up 10 songs in super group he formed with Widespread one year, so that’s one good thing about Panic bassist Dave Schools], and I

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SUNDAY ON TUESDAY Blending emo, So-Cal post punk, nu metal, and old-school hardcore, check out Taking Back Sunday at Vina Robles Amphitheatre on Oct. 19.

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COME TO CHURCH Quirky Americana hero Todd Snider plays the Fremont in support of his funky new record, First Agnostic Church of Hope and Wonder, on Oct. 16.

the pandemic.” It also gave him time to reinvent his sound. “If the gods of folk didn’t want no funk, they shouldn’t have started none,” Snider joked. “2020 was a terrible year, and it kept taking people that I loved. So I kept feeling funky, and the church idea came out of that. I’ve always had the First Agnostic Church of Hope and Wonder in mind. Aren’t we always hoping for something and wondering, ‘What the fuck?’ We hope there’s a God. We wonder if there is. We hope you’re coming. We wonder if you will.” Also, don’t forget that strippeddown Americana roots heroes The Wood Brothers play the Fremont this Thursday, Oct. 14 (9 p.m.; $25 plus fees at seetickets.us), with Kat Wright opening.

Four shows at Vina

The concert season for Paso’s Vina Robles Amphitheatre is coming to a close at the end of this month, but until them, they’re packing them in. Don’t forget Vina starts its week with rock acts Dirty Heads and Sublime with Rome this Thursday, Oct. 14 and Friday, Oct. 15 (7 p.m.; all ages; $49.50 to $75 plus service charges at vinaroblesamphitheatre.com), with Hirie opening. Then Primus pays homage to Rush in their A Tribute to Kings show, with

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PUNKTASTIC The Queers bring their irreverent Ramonesesque sounds to The Siren on Oct. 14.

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opener Black Mountain, on Saturday, Oct. 16 (7 p.m.; all ages; $39.50 to $49.50 plus fees at vinaroblesamphitheatre.com). Primus will perform Rush’s 1977 album A Farewell to Kings in its entirety, as well as some of their own music. A Day To Remember stops by Vina on their The Re-Entry Tour this Monday, Oct. 18 (7 p.m.; all ages; $49.50 to $69.50 plus fees at vinaroblesamphitheatre.com) with Asking Alexandria and Point North opening. The metal-core and pop punk act is touring in support of their 2021 album, You’re Welcome. Finally, Jimmy Eat World and Taking Back Sunday co-headline Vina on Tuesday, Oct. 19 (7 p.m.; all ages; $45 to $55 plus fees at vinaroblesamphitheatre.com), with The Beaches opening. Jimmy Eat World is best known for the singles “The Middle” and “Pain.”

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Don’t forget Numbskull and Good Medicine has super fun pop punk act The Queers at The Siren this Thursday, Oct. 14 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $10 presale at eventbrite.com or $12 at the door), with local act Pancho and Wizards opening. (((folkYEAH!)))) and SLO Brew Live

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PSYCHE (((folkYEAH!)))) and SLO Brew Live present psychedelic rocker the Cass McCombs Band on Oct. 14.

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ZEP HOMAGE Led Zeppelin tribute act No Quarter plays Paso’s Rava Wines on Oct. 16.

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present the Cass McCombs Band on Thursday, Oct. 14 (7 p.m.; all ages; $25 plus services fees at ticketweb.com). Expect engaging psychedelic folk-rock. Led Zeppelin tribute act Led Zepagain plays the Clark Center this Thursday, Oct. 14 (7:30 p.m.; all ages; $39 to $44 at clarkcenter.org/shows/ led-zepagain). “It’s as close as you’ll ever get to the real deal!” said Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page. Back Bay Betty plays Paso’s Cass Winery for their Harvest Festival Pig Roast on Friday, Oct. 15 (6 to 9 p.m.; $90 at my805tix.com). This terrific dance band will help you burn off all the calories you’ll no doubt consume. BBB also plays Saturday, Oct. 16 (6 to 9 p.m.) at Morro Bay’s The Savory Palette. Another Led Zeppelin tribute act, No Quarter, plays Paso’s Rava Wines on Saturday, Oct. 16 (7 to 9 p.m.; $20 to $35 at my805tix.com). “For over 15 years, No Quarter has been pounding the Hammer of the Gods to Led Zeppelin fans both nationally and internationally,” according to press materials. “This authentic live concert reproduction goes far beyond any group of musicians covering the same tunes you’ve heard on the radio for over four decades.” As part of Cambria Concerts Unplugged, the Jill Knight Quartet plays Cambria’s Camp Ocean Pines on Sunday, Oct. 17 (2 p.m.; all ages; $30 and $15 for children at my805tix.com). The gifted singersongwriter has amassed a super group of musicians for this concert!

HEAR HERE Singer-songwriter Josh Rosenblum headlines the next SSHH (Singer-Songwriters Heard Here) concert at Puffer’s of Pismo on Oct. 19.

Symphony on the Vines presents Capricious Clarinet at Paso’s Cass Winery on Sunday, Oct. 17 (5:30 p.m.; $15 to $30 at my805tix.com). Exceptional local clarinetist Richard Dobeck will be joined by Dmitriy Cogan and Hilary Clark for Johannes Brahms’ trio for clarinet, cello, and piano. Singer-songwriter Josh Rosenblum headlines the next SSHH (SingerSongwriters Heard Here) concert at Puffer’s of Pismo on Tuesday, Oct. 19 (6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.; $10 at my805tix. com). Local fave Max MacLaury opens the show. ∆ Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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Arts Artifacts

SLO County artists open their studios to the public

Open Studio Art Tours are about connection—building a kinship between artists and the communities they live in— something that was missing last year, during the height of COVID19 pandemic restrictions. But your opportunity to take a peek behind the scenes is back this year, and you’ve got one weekend, Oct. 16 and 17, left to experience what SLO County Arts Council board member Katy McGrath calls a chance to see creation in progress. “You get to see how the artists are inspired and what goes into it,” McGrath said. “If you get to engage in a conversation, you just kind of see them come alive talking about their work.” Whether it’s unglazed pottery, an unfinished painting, partially soldered jewelry, or half-built furniture pieces you want to know more about, the Arts Council’s annual Open Studio Tours has one or more artists for you. But, most importantly, you can support your favorite artist by purchasing one of their finished pieces, which will be on display and available for sale. Ultimately, the event gives artists a chance to show their work to the public in a more intimate setting than a gallery, by opening their homes and/or studios to the curious and the serious. “It kind of creates that sense of community,” McGrath said, adding that the artistic process becomes more tangible for everyone involved. McGrath said that about 125 artists from San Miguel to Nipomo are participating this year, which is about 30 more artists than in years past. “It could be that a lot of people kind of took up hobbies during the pandemic. ... It could just be that people had more time on their hands, so they actually created more things and actually had a stockpile of pieces ready to be sold,” McGrath said. “You have to have at least 10 completed pieces ready to be sold, which may have been a barrier in the past.” Whatever the reason, the Arts Council is planning to figure it out via an artists forum and debrief after the event, she said, to discuss what worked, what didn’t, and how to better leverage digital elements for the future. Although the Arts Council normally produces a printed flyer for the event, this year, the council opted to stay digital. McGrath said it enabled the council to be a little more nimble with changes, updating the digital flyer on the fly to add artists or make other lastminute changes that the public needed to know about. With region-specific interactive maps and downloadable PDFs of participating artists, the Arts Council’s website, artsobispo.org/ osat, is accessible on the go via a smartphone. And if you visit members.artsobispo.org, you can search participating artists by media type and location. Studios will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 16 and 17, the second and final weekend of the Open Studio Arts Tours. Visit artsobispo.org for more information. ∆ —Camillia Lanham

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Scared Scriptless tour brings comedy legends Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood to the Central Coast

ver a span of 40 years working in live improv, only one audience member ever came close to rubbing comedian Colin Mochrie the wrong way. “I can’t remember where we were doing the show, but there was a guy sitting in the front row dressed as a horse. And it wasn’t Halloween. It wasn’t any horse-related holiday I can think of,” Mochrie recalled. “I think we finally brought him up on stage and nobody mentioned it. Nobody mentioned he was dressed as a horse.” Still, Mochrie—best known for his work on Whose Line Is It Anyway?—said there has never been a time he regretted asking someone to join him on stage for an interactive improv routine. “It always amazes me, first of all, that they actually come up [on stage]. And they usually give us everything that we want,” Mochrie said. “Even if they seem a little nervous, or, you know, shy at the beginning, by the end of the scene, they’ve given us everything we want.”

TWO HEADS ARE BETTER THAN NONE Attendees of this year’s Scared Scriptless tour, co-hosted by comedians Colin Mochrie (left) and Brad Sherwood (right)—both widely known for their work on Whose Line Is It Anyway?—are at risk of being chosen to participate in a variety of improv shenanigans.

Attendees of this year’s Scared Scriptless Local lineup tour, co-hosted by Mochrie and comedy partner As part of the Scared Scriptless tour, improv comedians Colin Brad Sherwood (also a Whose Line regular), Mochrie and Brad Sherwood will be performing at the Harold are at risk of being chosen to participate Miossi Hall at the Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo on in a variety of improv shenanigans. The Oct. 16 and the Granada Theatre in Santa Barbara on Oct. 30. Visit colinandbradshow.com for tickets and more info. tour includes two upcoming stops along the Central Coast: the Harold Miossi Hall at the Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo anniversary as touring partners. Despite their on Oct. 16 and the Granada Theatre in Santa aforementioned similarities, their differences Barbara on Oct. 30. play an even bigger role in keeping the show Between the two cities, Mochrie said he’s going, Mochrie explained. more familiar with Santa Barbara, where he’d “We have certain skills that we bring to the often come for a day trip while living in Los relationship. He is very detail oriented—one Angeles, but both he and Sherwood have been may say, anally so,” Mochrie said. “Which is to San Luis Obispo a handful of times. good becauseMUSIC he takes care of the things that “I remember San Luis Obispo for one main I would never think of—everything from, you reason. It may not be something to advertise, know, the little things to lighting on stage. FLAVOR/EATS but Brad and I have done at least two or three “And I’m there basically to make sure that he shows there over the years—and we have yet doesn’t have a stroke.” to fly out of the airport,” Mochrie said. “We get For those who INFO can’t make it to Scared in OK, and then we can never get out because Scriptless, they can still catch Mochrie on the there’s fog or something, so we always end up 18th season of Whose Line, alongside longtime CALENDAR renting a car and driving to Los Angeles. So co-stars Wayne Brady and Ryan Stiles. we’re hoping that this time, we can actually fly The new season premiered on Oct. 9 and is out.” currently airing on the CW. OPINION Besides the Whose Line fame and a mutual The only time Mochrie watches the show affinity for Oprah Winfrey’s favorite town, himself though is if he catches it mid-channel another thing Mochrie and Sherwood have in NEWS surfing. common is the career path they both originally “I tend not to watch the shows. If I’m flipping considered before becoming comedians. through the channels and see it, I’ll watch and STROKES “I’m still shocked that the improv go, ‘Wow, that’s embarrassing,’” thing worked. When I look back Mochrie said. “It’s interesting and think my two options were ARTS to watch because I have no improviser or marine biologist, recollection of any of the those aren’t your big-buck jobs. Send gallery, stage, scenes—maybe a couple here and cultural festivities to But it all worked out,” Mochrie and there because of different arts@newtimesslo.com. said, who credited the ’60s reasons. But it’s usually like Flipper show for nurturing his I’m watching something I’ve interest in dolphins specifically. never seen before.” ∆ “Oddly it was the same with Brad, he also wanted to be a marine biologist.” Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood couldn’t Fate had other plans for both comics, improvise even if his life depended on it. Send who are currently celebrating their 20th comments to cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.

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LOVE IS BLIND For those who can’t make it to Scared Scriptless, they can still catch co-host Colin Mochrie (pictured) on the 18th season of Whose Line Is It Anyway?, alongside longtime co-stars Wayne Brady and Ryan Stiles. The new season premiered on Oct. 9 and is currently airing on the CW.

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briefly teams with in Cuba. She terrific as the newbie with innate talent, and apparently Craig picked her for the role after working with her in Knives Out (2019). At nearly three hours, No Time to Die takes its time reaching its final destination, but the story is populated by ary Joji Fukunaga (Sin Nombre, amazing action sequences and stunts, a Jane Eyre, Beasts of No Nation) gripping story with lots of moving parts directs the fifth and final James to keep track of, and plenty of effective Bond film starring Daniel Craig. Now acting. Me likey! retired from active service, Bond is pulled Anna Craig has managed to give the back into the game when his friend and character his own unique spin—a man CIA agent Felix Leiter (Jeffery Wright) who while seemingly indestructible still asks for help. Soon Bond is on the trail of feels love, loss, and almost continuously a dangerous new weapon and the man who is sporting a split lip or a black eye. A wields it, Lyutsifer Safin (Rami Malek). lot of the time these over-the-top action As Bond closes in on his target, his former films are all fluff and (if you’re lucky) paramour Madeleine (Léa Seydoux), who he fun. Getting a deeper dive into storyline believes betrayed him to Spectre, comes back or characters seems mostly secondary, into this life with a surprising revelation. but while this final chapter is formulaic, (163 min.) there’s enough meat on the bones of Bond and his relationships, Glen As a Bond not just with NO TIME TO DIE film goes, this one Madeleine but with is pretty formulaic. What’s it rated? PG-13 the man he considers Arch villain? What’s it worth, Anna? Full price his brother, Felix, Check. Hidden lair What’s it worth, Glen? Full price and the crew such where the final set Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Fair Oaks, as Q (Ben Whishaw) Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10, Sunset Drive-In piece will occur? and Tanner (Rory Check. High tech Kinnear). There are gadgets? Check. definitely some laughs to be had, and I A lot of beautiful Bond girls? Check, love a Bond film that doesn’t take itself check, check. However, this Bond film ups too seriously but still delivers on the the emotional ante in surprising ways high-action stunts. I’ll miss Craig in this and offers an audacious ending that no role, and while I’m all for a road toward other Bond film has ever attempted. It’s some diversity in this franchise, whoever a fitting closure for Craig’s final turn as follows him has some big shoes to fill. the super-agent in a five-film run that— Rami Malek pulls off the scarred super for me—rivals Sean Connery’s. When villain pretty well, and when we learn Casino Royale (2006) came out, what there’s much more of a backstory between had become a somewhat tired franchise him and Madeleine, it becomes clear that was reinvigorated and reinvented in Bond is going to have to do some pretty a visceral way. Suddenly Bond was fancy footwork to save both the girl and vulnerable. He bled when beaten. Craig the world. It’s a long movie, but it’s plenty turned in a whole different kind of of fun. Grab some popcorn and settle in! character—brasher, more rebellious, Glen What really sets this film apart is and darker. Through Quantum of Solace its genuinely moving conclusion. Most (2008), Skyfall (2012), Spectre (2015), Bond films are lighthearted at best and and now this long-awaited conclusion, glib at worst, but this story humanizes Craig has proven a worthy successor to Bond in significant new ways and is a nod Connery. The franchise is too popular to back to Bond falling for Vesper Lynd in come to an end, and there’s been talk of Casino Royale. Bond has closed himself casting a Black Bond for years, but in No off to love, which has always been part Time to Die, we get a Black female 007 in of the character’s shtick—bedding one Nomi (Lashana Lynch), who after Bond’s woman after another without a care retirement ended up with his number. or a thought. But with Vesper and now Their rivalry is the source of much of the Madeleine, Bond is made vulnerable. He’s film’s humor. It’s also worth mentioning let his emotional guard down. Instead Cuban actress Ana de Armas’ turn as of superhuman, he’s mortal. I’m going to Paloma, a new CIA agent who Bond miss Craig in the role. In my book, he’s

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BRUISED BUT NOT BEATEN British secret agent James Bond (Daniel Craig) comes out of retirement to stop a madman with a dangerous new weapon, in No Time to Die, the fifth and final film starring Craig as Bond, screening in local theaters.

tied with Connery as the best, but I look forward to seeing who next takes the role. After this five-film run, the franchise is alive and well, and I fully expect many more films to come. Anna From what I’ve read, Craig has been ready to retire his Bond for a while now, but no doubt money talks and they got him to reprise the role one more time—which is great news for us! We actually get a conclusion to his story, and as someone who likes resolution in films, I appreciate that. I’m also looking forward to seeing what projects Craig takes on now that his arc as Bond is finished. He’s a busy actor, and he has plenty of work—a quick glance at his IMDB page shows many upcoming appearances, including Knives Out 2 and 3, both of which will hopefully be as fun as the first. I was excited to see Christoph Waltz play Bond’s villainous foe Blofeld again, even if only briefly. It may not be high art, but you have to admit these films are fun, especially this run featuring Craig. They spent a lot of money making this look awesome on the big screen, so see it there if you want to give yourself the full experience. Just make sure you go to a theater with comfy chairs. This is a long movie, but a fun one all the way through. ∆ Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey and freelancer Anna Starkey write Split Screen. Glen compiles streaming listings. Comment at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

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tephen Johnson directs this Australian film that opens in 1919 as sharpshooter Travis (Simon Baker) leads an operation that ends in the massacre of an extended Aboriginal family. Disgusted by his fellow soldiers’ actions, Travis leaves the service, but not before rescuing a young Aboriginal boy he leaves at a missionary-run encampment. More than a decade later, a mob of Aboriginals led by Baywara (Sean Mununggurr) are attacking white settlements in retribution for the past massacre. Travis’ old commanding officer, Moran (Jack Thompson), and the soldier actually responsible for starting the massacre, Eddy (Callan Mulvey), enlist Travis to stop the bloodshed by teaming with Gutjuk (Jacob Junior Nayinggul), the little boy he saved who’s now a young man, to bring in Gutjuk’s uncle, Baywara. It may be the only way to stop the slaughter of the rest of Gutjuk’s family. This morally ambiguous meat pie Western is beautifully filmed in the Northern Territory

outback—a challenging, inhospitable land that’s nonetheless visually stunning. It doesn’t shy away from the ugliness of colonization, and Travis is a fascinating character who’s struggling with his own culpability in the destruction of the Aboriginal way of life. Definitely worth a look if you’re a fan of visceral Australian Westerns. (104 min.) ∆ —Glen

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Honey Bee SLO brings a taste of Brazil’s sweet treats to the Central Coast

HOOKED ON HONEY Honey Bee SLO co-owners Vanessa Higgins, left, and Carina Lahmeyer sell their homemade Brazilian honey cakes at several Central Coast locations, including Pismo Beach Farmers’ Market at the Pier Promenade on Wednesdays from 4 to 7 p.m. until Oct. 27.

f you’ve never had a Brazilian honey cake, or if you’re a transplant missing home, make a beeline for your local farmers’ market. Vanessa Higgins, originally from Brasilia, and Carina Lahmeyer, from Niteroi, have perfected their country’s traditional pão de mel recipe, creating a “killer combination of ingredients in one small bite,” according to customer Gabbi Banducci, a San Luis Obispo resident hailing from Curitiba. “We wanted to bring something different to SLO and connect with our culture,” said Higgins, who, along with Lahmeyer, moved to San Luis Obispo two years ago. “We tried a few recipes until we got it right for us and our customers. “We use a good-quality baking chocolate from Ghirardelli. We chose to use dark chocolate to balance the sweetness of the doce de leite [caramelized milk]. The spices and honey in our cake batter make the texture soft and fluffy. The ingredients all combine to make a super delicious honey cake.” The friends and business partners launched a cottage food operation in March, initially selling to friends, then later this year branched out to farmers’ markets and pop-up locations throughout the Central Coast as news of their sweet treats spread. “We chose the name Honey Bee SLO to refer to the place where we live and love,” Lahmeyer said. “When we have the opportunity to sell our cakes statewide, everyone will know that we make them here in this special place we call home.” Banducci was thrilled when “a dear friend found out about this business, and bought some honey cakes for me, knowing they were homemade by Brazilians. She nailed it on the head with that gift.

“I buy [their product] at least once a month, either for myself or as gifts for friends and family. Everyone that has received those cakes has loved them.” Banducci adds that she is deeply thankful for Higgins and Lahmeyer— providing Brazilians with a taste of home, while “bringing something new to this great place called the Central Coast.” Another regular customer, Reese Galindo of SLO, isn’t Brazilian, but she’s a huge fan, purchasing the sweet treats for afternoon pick-me-ups as well as for milestones such as birthdays and graduations. “Honey Bee SLO honey cakes are an outstanding addition to the culinary scene here in SLO,” she said. “Some of the ingredients remind me of my own Filipino heritage. “There is a wonderful balance of the caramel and the subtle cinnamon flavor of the cake. Then, the dark chocolate brings it all together perfectly. Pair that with a cup of coffee, and nothing beats a honey cake for merienda.” In March, the duo was producing 60 honey cakes per week, “and now we’re up to 300, depending on our event schedule,” according to Lahmeyer.

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FILE NO. 2021-2141 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FEATHER THE NEST COLLABORATIVE, 4562 Obispo Road, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Isabeau Leilani Kellenbarger (4562 Obispo Road, Atascadero, CA 93422), Tess Simone Consulter (9369 Riberena Circle, Atascadero, CA 93422) This business is conducted by A Copartnership /s/ Isabeau Leilani Kellenbarger, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 8-2721. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2237 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, INVETERATUS WINE CONSULTING, 2199 Wilton Drive, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Joshua David Harp (2199 Wilton Drive, Cambria, CA 93428) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joshua David Harp. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-13-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-13-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2244 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LEX AND ELLIE COMPANY, 330 N Mallagh Street, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Irais Leon-Gonzalez (330 N Mallagh Street, Nipomo, CA 93444) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Irais LeonGonzalez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-13-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-13-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2248 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/14/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CARLOCKS BAKERY, 1024 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Dante De La Paz Garcia, Patricia Garcia (2444 Leona Dr., Cambria, CA 93428) This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Dante De La Paz Garcia, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-14-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2216 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FIVE CITIES COMPUTER REPAIR, FIVE CITIES COMPUTERS, 1399 S. 4th St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Nicholas Salazar (791 Price St. #348, Pismo Beach, CA 93449) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Nicholas Salazar, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-0826. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2256 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/16/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE BARBER SLO, THE BARBER, THE BARBER SAN LUIS OBISPO, 2030 Parker Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The Barber SLO (1156 Ella Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ The Barber SLO, Mark Ramirez, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-14-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2223 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO DOG, SLO DOG HOT DOGS, SLO SMOKED, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93407. San Luis Obispo County. Due Fratelli Enterprises Inc. (1 Grand Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93407) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Due Fratelli Enterprises Inc., Adam Dragotta, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-0921. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-09-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2257 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/28/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALPINE REFRIGERATION, 1420 Verano Way, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. K & J Mechanical, Inc. (1420 Verano Way, Nipomo, CA 93444) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ K & J Mechanical, Inc., Kenneth Allen Kirkpatrick, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-14-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2258 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/03/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, KING’S MINI-STORAGE, 1399 4th Street, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Martin Coastal Storages, LLC (213 Radda Way, Pismo Beach, CA 93449) This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Martin Coastal Storages, LLC, Noreen R. Martin, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-14-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2259 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COACH K PILATES AND FITNESS, 198 Ramona Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Catherine Ann Hennelly (198 Ramona Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Catherine A. Hennelly, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-14-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2260 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/14/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SYNERGY FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES, 625 14th St., Suite B, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Ronald Dean Uggla (724 Dodson Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ronald Dean Uggla. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-14-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2266 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO BOOTH, THE SLO BOOTH, SLO PHOTO BOOTH CO, SAN LUIS OBISPO PHOTO BOOTH COMPANY, SLO PHOTO BOOTH, 226 W Price St., Apt. C, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Derek R Preciado, Jade G. Preciado (226 W Price St., Apt. C, Nipomo, CA 93444) This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Derek R Preciado, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-14-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2274 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/15/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WILSON & CO REAL ESTATE, WILSON & COMPANY REAL ESTATE, 1065 Higuera St., Ste. 301, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Wilson & Company Real Estate (1065 Higuera St., Ste. 301, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Wilson & Company Real Estate, Linda Wilson, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-16-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-1626. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2294 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/17/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ENS CONSULTING, 545 Jenny Place, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Eumi N Sprague (545 Jenny Place, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Eumi N Sprague, SoleProprietor. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-20-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-20-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2300 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO TAX PRO, 4355 Nogales Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Valoree J Fredendall (4355 Nogales Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Valoree J Fredendall, An Individual . This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2121. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-21-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2270 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/05/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A-TOWN WINDOW CLEANERS, LLC, 5430 Honda Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. A-Town Window Cleaners, LLC (5430 Honda Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422) This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ A-Town Window Cleaners, LLC, Kellen Thomas Donohoe Hargrove, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-15-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-15-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2275 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/02/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A&M MUSHROOMS, 262 Phelan Ranch Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Henry Salvatore Mancini Jr. (262 Phelan Ranch Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Henry Salvatore Mancini Jr., Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-16-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-16-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2271 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/25/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE BRAND COLLAB, 1677 Baden Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Rhyan V. Townsend (1677 Baden Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rhyan V. Townsend. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-15-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0915-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2277 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/08/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CASTLE INN, CASTLE INN BY THE SEA, 6620 Moonstone Beach Drive, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Black’s Hatchery and Turkey Farms, Inc. (1215 Ysabel Ave., Paso Robles, CA 93446) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Black’s Hatchery and Turkey Farms, Inc., Greg Raymond Pacheco, Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-1621. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-16-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2262 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/14/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HARMONY BUILDING EFFICIENCY CONSULTING, 1681 12th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Michael T. Hicks (1681 12th St., Los Osos, CA 93402) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael T Hicks. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-14-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2272 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/2004) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALL STAR APPLIANCE, 662 Upham Street #C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Dale Taylor Craig (662 Upham Street #C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dale Craig, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-16-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-16-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2278 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/16/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NATIVE APOTHECARY, 1725 15th Street, Unit B, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Jessica Lee Bournonville (1725 15th Street, Unit B, Oceano, CA 93445) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jessica Lee Bournonville. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-16-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-16-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2263 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/14/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST FOODIES, 341 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Barbara Metz Owen (341 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Barbara Metz Owen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-14-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2273 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A CREATIVE MIX STUDIO, 87 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Meghann D Schlossberg (87 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Meghann D Schlossberg, SelfMaker-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-16-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-16-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2285 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/30/1965) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MIDDLE HOUSE, 2939 Augusta St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. San Luis Obispo Committee For Education On Alcoholism (2939 Augusta St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ San Luis Obispo Committee For Education On Alcoholism, David Coburn, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-16-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-16-26. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2301 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/21/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE OUTDOORSMAN, 1402 East Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Coastal Adventures LLC (1402 East Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420) This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Coastal Adventures LLC, Elijah Coleman, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-21-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-21-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2302 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, USA GOWNS, 698 Stoneridge Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Goswi L.L.C. (698 Stoneridge Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Goswi L.L.C., Brian Wright, COO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2121. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-21-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2304 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/25/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, V&CO., 350 James Way #130, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Veronica Benavidez (350 James Way #130, Pismo Beach, CA 93449) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Veronica Benavidez, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-22-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2307 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/22/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MORRO PALMS CENTER, 1065 Higuera St., Ste. 200, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Morro Palms LP, Jeanne Helphenstine, Trustee of the Jeanne Helphenstine Trust (1065 Higuera St., Ste. 200, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by A Joint Venture /s/ Jeanne Helphenstine, Trustee. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-22-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2317 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/23/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HARDY VANS, 3083 Livorno Circle, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Lucas Allen Ravizza (3083 Livorno Circle, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Lucas Allen Ravizza. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-23-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-23-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2318 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/23/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SEAGARDEN MARKETPLACE, 6464 Via Venado, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kristin Renee Howland, Charles Scott Howland (6464 Via Venado, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Kristin Renee Howland, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2321. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-23-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2308 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/07/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CALIFORNIA MOBILE KITCHENS, 6625 Benton Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Medcorp Distributing Inc. (P.O. Box 2307, Paso Robles, CA 93447) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Medcorp Distributing Inc., Carly Medeiros, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2321. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-23-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2309 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MEDCOPR FOOD SERVICES, 9150 Harvest Way, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Medcorp Distributing Inc. (P.O. Box 2307, Paso Robles, CA 93447) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Medcorp Distributing Inc., Carly Medeiros, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-23-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-23-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2310 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A & M CAR COMPANY, 7380 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Al Dadgar (3074 Lucca Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Al Dadgar. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2321. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-23-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2312 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WILD SAGE COFFEE ROASTERS, 213 Oak St. Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. William Maxwell Waite (213 Oak St. Paso Robles, CA 93446) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ William Maxwell Waite. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-23-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-23-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2321 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/23/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SUNROOM THE LABEL, 197 J Street, Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Shea M Schwennicke (197 J Street, Cayucos, CA 93430) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Shea M Schwennicke. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2321. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-23-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2327 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/10/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST BAKING COMPANY, CENTRAL COAST BAKING CO., 1375 Pamela Court, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. John Martin Gabriel Hernandez (1375 Pamela Court, Templeton, CA 93465) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ John M. G. Hernandez, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-24-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2328 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/22/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CANDLE CURATIONS, ESTERO DESIGN, CENTRAL COAST ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE, 404 Estero Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Estero Holistic Wellness LLC (404 Estero Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Estero Holistic Wellness LLC, Tracy Woods, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-24-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2332 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ONYX HAT CO, 150 Orchard Road, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Mirella Ramirez (150 Orchard Road, Nipomo, CA 93444) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mirella Ramirez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-24-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2333 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/24/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HART SEMICONDUCTOR CONSULTING, 207 Blossom Ct., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Michael James Hart (207 Blossom Ct., Paso Robles, CA 93446) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael James Hart. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-24-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2335 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ABRAZOS, INC., 172 S. 3rd St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Abrazos, Inc. (172 S. 3rd St., Grover Beach, CA 93433) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Abrazos, Inc., Nicandro Gerardo Castaneda, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-27-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-27-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2339 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/28/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BRAIN BOOST ACADEMY, 1544 W. Branch St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Karyn A. Lutes, Brian P. Lutes (474 Vista Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420) This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Karyn A. Lutes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-27-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-27-26. September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2342 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/27/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CHOWA BOWL, 898 Main St., Ste. D, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. KEB LLC (2154 Circle Drive, Cayucos, CA 93442) This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ KEB LLC, Katherine Bosken, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2721. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-27-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2344 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/28/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST AUTO WHOLESALE, 1217 Manhattan Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Central Coast Auto Wholesale, Inc. (1217 Manhattan Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Central Coast Auto Wholesale, Inc., Nicholas Johnathan Heiland, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-28-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-28-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2356 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/22/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALCHEMY PHOTOGRAPHY, 480 Downing Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Anna Marie Denham (480 Downing Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Anna Marie Denham, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2221. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-29-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2363 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/20/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ANNALILLIAN PHOTOGRAPHY, 608 Howard St. Apt. E, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Ana Lilian Mercado (608 Howard St. Apt. E, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ana Lilian Mercado. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-29-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2346 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/21/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A PACE PIZZA, 1324 Stoney Creek, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Frank Dustin Pace (1324 Stoney Creek, Paso Robles, CA 93446) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Frank Dustin Pace, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-28-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-28-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2348 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/11/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ADVANTAGE PLANNING & PERMITTING, 3960 S. Higuera St., Spc. #48, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Dana L. Rudebeck (3960 S. Higuera St., Spc. #48, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dana L. Rudbeck. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-28-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-28-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2349 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JOHN’S VALERO, 157 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. SLO Group Inc. (395 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ SLO Group Inc., Samer Kridi, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2821. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-28-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2353 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ACME CONSULTING, 2491 Romney Drive, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. James Patrick Townsend (2491 Romney Drive, Cambria, CA 93428) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ James Patrick Townsend. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-29-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2370 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/30/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE NINE, 1532 W. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Peter Arthur Hendrix, Jana Leianne Powell (641 Piney Way, Apt. D, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Jana Leianne Powell, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-30-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-30-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2383 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JOY DISCOVERS, 1340 21st St. Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Tamar Rachel Carmona (1340 21st St. Oceano, CA 93445) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tamar R. Carmona, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2384 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DAOU VINEYARDS, 4915 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Paragon Vineyard Co., Inc. (4915 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A NV Corporation /s/ Paragon Vineyard Co., Inc., John R. Niven, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2388 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/04/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE QUARTERDECK SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL, 1500 W. Branch St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. SRKK Group LLC (110 S. Mary Ave. Ste. 2-260, Nipomo, CA 93444) This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ SRKK Group LLC, Vaibhav D. Panchal, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2390 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FLEET CLEAN, 805 Fiero Ln., Suite F, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. FC of SLO, LLC (805 Fiero Ln., Suite F, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ FC of SLO, LLC, Jacob Thomas Hathaway, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-0426. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2391 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/08/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FULL MOON STUDIO & GALLERY, PAWPRINTS, 345 Harbor St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Hedy Hale, Ross Hale (345 Harbor St., Morro Bay, CA 93442) This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Hedy Hale. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1004-26. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2394 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/04/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CAFÉ CREPES DE SLO, 785 Marsh St., Suite A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Martina A Flores, Martin L Flores (3203 Esperanza Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93313) This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Martina A Flores. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2395 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/13/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DRAGON SPRING FARM, 6115 Santa Rosa Creek Rd., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Michael David Broadhurst, Carol Ann Broadhurst (6115 Santa Rosa Creek Rd., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Carol Ann Broadhurst. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-05-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-05-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

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FILE NO. 2021-2399 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/05/2002) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VALANCING ACT, 2300 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Joan Marie Jackson (2300 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joan Marie Jackson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-05-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-05-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2401 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/05/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BLOOM ABODE, 2950 Broad Street #1027, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kristi A Nunes (2950 Broad Street #1027, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kristi A Nunes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-05-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-05-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2403 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/06/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BENEVOLENT BOOKKEEPING, 1290 Scott St., Unit 3, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Alexandra L DeRoche (1290 Scott St., Unit 3, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Alexandra L DeRoche. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-0621. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-06-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2406 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SUR SUR MOUNTAIN RIDES, 9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA 93452. San Luis Obispo County. Sur Sur Mountain Rides, Inc. (9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA 93452). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Sur Sur Mountain Rides, Inc., Wiley Ramey, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-06-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-06-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2412 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/10/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SIERRA ADVISORS, INC., 1348 Cecelia, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Valeska Nemetz Inc. (1348 Cecelia, 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 10-07-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-07-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2417 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/27/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LOVERIDGE MEDIA, 1135 10th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Adam R Loveridge (1135 10th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Adam R Loveridge. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-07-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1007-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2418 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JMS INTERIORS, 793 Orcutt Rd. #106, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Sheila G Levin (793 Orcutt Rd. #106, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sheila G Levin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-07-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-07-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2425 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/08/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SWEET MODERN CASA, AMECIA MILES INTERIORS, 1123 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Amecia Miles (1123 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amecia Miles, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-08-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2428 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MASSAGE EASE, 742 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Rochelle Renee Brown (2281 Holden Avenue, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rochelle Renee Brown, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-08-26. October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

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CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE PUBLIC HEARING

CITY OF PISMO BEACH STATE OF CALIFORNIA

NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED BIDS will be received at the office of the City Clerk, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, California, until 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 21, 2021 as determined by www.time.gov for performing work as follows: HABITAT MITIGATION AND MONITORING PLAN (HMMP) FOR THE BELLO STREET BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Contract goal is 0 percent. Since federal funds are utilized on this project, the required federal-aid contract language of Exhibit 12-G applies. This project is subject to the “Buy America” provisions of the Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1982 as amended by the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991. Before submitting Bids, Contractors shall be licensed in accordance with the Laws of the State of California. Accordingly, the successful Bidder shall possess a Class A, General Engineering, or C-27 (Landscaping) Contractor’s license at the time this contract is awarded. Individual Subcontractors working under the Prime Contractor shall possess the appropriate license for the type of work being performed. Project Plans and Specifications are available at the Engineering Division office located at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449. A non-refundable fee of $106.00 per set will be charged. Electronic Plans and Specifications are available via email at no charge. Questions will be accepted in writing up to 96 hours before bid closing by emailing Call Chad Stoehr at cstoehr@pismobeach.org. Questions regarding bid procedure or other non-technical questions can be asked by emailing Erin Olsen at eolsen@pismobeach. org or by calling (805) 773-4656. ERICA INDERLIED CITY CLERK October 7 & 14 2021

The San Luis Obispo Cultural Heritage Committee will hold a Regular Meeting, Monday, October 25, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. via teleconference. Pursuant to Executive Orders N-6020 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.), committee members and members of the public may participate in this meeting by teleconference. There will be no physical location for the public to view the meeting. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org.

Wade Horton, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk October 14, 2021

Applications to make minor changes to the properties at the addresses listed below have been received by the City. 1.

1700 Osos St. ARCH-0145-2021; Review of the repair and renovation of the Allen House (a Master List Historic Resource), including replacement of windows; installation of skylights within the building roof; and removal of a roof canopy at the rear of the building, and its replacement with an upper-level deck (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); R-3-H zone; Andrew Goodwin Design, applicant. (Walter Oetzell)

130 High St. ARCH-0535-2021; Review of a proposed 1,813-square foot warehouse addition, and addition of an ammonia diffusion tank, receiver tank, and cooling tower to the existing 3,743-square foot Glacier Ice warehouse facility. This project is exempt from environmental review (CEQA); C-S-MU zone; Glacier Ice Company, applicant. (Kyle Van Leeuwen)

3055 Garibaldi Ave. HOME-0634-2021; Review of a homestay rental application to allow short-term rental (such as AirBNB) of an owner-occupied single-family residence at 3055 Garibaldi Avenue. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-3-PD zone; Sabrina Despain, applicant. (Graham Bultema)

2893 Flora St. DIR-0627-2021; Request for tandem parking approval and reduction of the front setback to accommodate two unenclosed required on-site parking spaces in the driveway of a single-family residence. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-1 zone; Erica Baltodano, applicant. (Graham Bultema)

ARCH-0442-2019; Review of the 1356 Breck. construction of a new three-story residential structure containing one dwelling unit and an Accessory Dwelling Unit, and associated site improvements (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); R-3 zone; Bailey Asset Management, applicant. (Walter Oetzell)

PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1.

Review of a Historical Preservation Agreement (Mills Act Contract) for the Dana/Barneberg House, a Master List Historic Resource (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); Project Address: 531 Dana Street; Case #: HIST-0572-2021; Zone: R-3-H; Brian Tuohy, owner/applicant. Contact Information: Walter Oetzell (805) 781-7593 – woetzell@slocity.org

Review of construction of a new Single-Unit Dwelling on property within the Mill Street Historic District (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review).; Project Address: 1156 Peach Street; Case #: ARCH-0541-2021; Zone: R-2-H; Ivan Lapidus, owner/ applicant. Contact Information: Walter Oetzell (805) 781-7593 – woetzell@slocity.org

The Cultural Heritage Committee 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 Cultural Heritage Committee during, or prior to, the public hearing.

The Community Development Director will either approve or deny these applications no sooner than October 25, 2021.

The report(s) will be available 72 hours in advance of the meeting and can be viewed on the City’s website at: https:// www.slocity.org/government/advisory-bodies/agendasand-minutes/cultural-heritage-committee. Please call the Community Development Department at (805) 781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report.

The Director’s decision may be appealed, and must be filed with the appropriate appeal fee within 10 days of the Director’s action. For more information, contact the City of San Luis Obispo Community Development Department, 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, stop by Monday and Wednesday between 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday between 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., or call (805) 781-7170, weekdays, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

October 14, 2021

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF TUESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2021 AT 9:00 AM 5 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT 01. Consent Agenda – Item Nos. 1-10 & Res. 2021-212 thru 2021-217, approved as amended. 02. Presentations: Res. 2021-218, recognizing Oct. 3-9, 2021 as “National 4-H Week”; Res. 2021-219, commending Chief J.Taylor upon his retirement of 35 years; Res. 2021220, proclaiming Oct. 24-30, 2021, as “Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week”; Res. 2021-221, proclaiming Oct. 2021 as “SLO Co. Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Mo.”, adopted. 03. Public Comment Period - matters not on the agenda: B. McFarland; M. Brown; L. Owen. J. Grinager: speak. Additionally, Board by 3-2 vote, agendized future discussion on Board & elected official vacancies to be by special election to fill positions. 04. 8 proposals to amend or establish ag preserves: Res. 2021-222, CON2020-00024 – Wicks/Wiebe; Res. 2021-223, CON2020-00025 – Wiebe; Res. 2021-224, CON2021-00003 - Bidart Bros; Res. 2021-225, CON2021-00004 - Gentle Hills Vineyard, LLC #1; Res. 2021-226, CON2021-00005 Gentle Hills Vineyard, LLC #2; Res. 2021-227, CON202100006 - Eagle Ranch, LLC; Res. 2021-228, CON2021-00009 – B. & N. Hoover & CON2021-00010 – B. Hansen; Res. 2021-229, CON2021-00016 - Beverly Phifer, exempt from CEQA, adopted. 05. Closed Session. Anticipated Litigation: Significant exposure to litigation: No of potential cases: 4. Initiation of litigation: No of potential cases: 3. Existing litigation: Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. v. Co. of SLO, Ventura Superior Court, Case No. 56-2020-00543728; Co. of SLO v. Purdue Pharma et al., Fed. Case No. 1:17-md-2804; In re Mallinckrodt PLC, et al, US Bankruptcy Court Case No. 20-12522; CA Water Impact Network v. Co. of SLO, et al. (B283846; 16CVP-0195). Conference w/ Labor Negotiator re: SLOGAU; SLOCEA-T&C; DCCA; Sheriffs’ Mgmt; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Mgmt & Confidential Employees; SDSA; UDWA. Report out. Open Session. Personnel: Consider Public Employee Appointment for the Position of Groundwater Sustainability Director. 06. Discussion on the County Clerk Recorder recruitment & selection process, rec’d. 07. Meeting Adjourned. For more details, view the meeting video at: https://www. slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Administrative-Office/ Clerk-of-the-Board/Clerk-of-the-Board-Services/Board-ofSupervisors-Meetings-and-Agendas.aspx

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS

PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING The San Luis Obispo Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, 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 ITEMS: • Review of the proposed Agricultural Heritage and Learning Center included in the San Luis Ranch Specific Plan (SLRSP), which consists of the rehabilitation of two historically significant structures, the preservation of remnants of the grandstand viewing barn, and four new structures totaling 31,236 SF of building area that would include a farm market, restaurant, general retail and agricultural processing buildings, consistent with the 2017 SLRSP Final EIR with an Addendum under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); Project Address: 1035 Madonna Rd.; Case #: ARCH-0253-2021; Zone: AG; Jacob Grossman, Coastal Community Builders, owner/applicant. Contact Information: John Rickenbach – (805) 610-1109 – jfrickenbach@aol.com • Review of a Common Interest Vesting Tentative Tract Map (VTTM 3136) and the development of 192 residential units, including 7 live/work units, 585 square feet of commercial space, 433 on-site parking spaces, and other residential community amenities on a 10.93-acre site located within the 231-acre Orcutt Area Specific Plan (OASP) area with a request to allow live work units on the ground floor within the first 50 feet of floor area measured from the building face adjacent to a street, and review of a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) for the project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); Project Address: 3580/3584 Bullock Lane; Case #: ARCH-0489-2020, SBDV-0490-2020, EID-0345-2020; Zone: R-3 and CC-MU (Medium High Density Residential and Community Commercial Mixed Use under the OASP); Barry Ephraim, Bullock Ranch, LLC, owner/applicant. Contact Information: John Rickenbach – (805) 610-1109 – jfrickenbach@aol.com 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/planning-commission. 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. October 14, 2021

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COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PULBIC HEARING WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN: Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by Kelly Clyde/96 Old County Road, LLC for a Vesting Tentative Tract Map (Tract 3146) and concurrent Conditional Use Permit (SUB2020-00019) to subdivide an existing 1.78-acre parcel into six lots for the purpose of sale and/or development. Proposed Lots 1 through 5 range from 7,545 to 9,281 square feet (gross), and Lot 6 is approximately 36,234 square feet (gross) and includes approximately 17,000 square feet of dedicated open space area and a 12-foot-wide public trail easement. Consistent with County Code Section 22.104.090 (Templeton Community Standards), Conditional Use Permit approval is required to allow for development of new residential units in proximity to Toad Creek. The project also includes requests for modification to the following Title 21 Real Property Division standards: 1) County Code Section 21.03.010.(4) (Access and Circulation Design) to allow access to more than five parcels by a private road easement and reduce the required road width; 2) County Code Section 21.05.020 (Degree of Improvements) to allow for an exception to the standard road improvement specifications; and 3) County Code Section 21.03.010.(3) (Parcel and Site Design) to allow for frontage width of less than 60 feet on Lots 1 and 2. The project will result in the disturbance of approximately 50,000 square feet for the tract improvement and creation of one private road. The subject property is within the Residential Single-Family (RSF) land use category and is located at 96 Old County Road at Las Tablas Road, in the community of Templeton. The site is in the Salinas River Sub Area of the North County Planning Area. Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that 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 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on August 25, 2021 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address Air Quality, Biological Resources, Cultural Resources, and Utilities and Service Systems are included as conditions of approval. The Environmental Document is available for public review at the Department of Planning and Building, at the below address. A copy of the Environmental Document is also available on the Planning and Building Department website at www.sloplanning.org. Anyone interested in commenting on the proposed Environmental Document should submit a written statement and/or speak at the public hearing. Comments will be accepted up until completion of the public hearing(s). County File Number: SUB2020-00019 Supervisorial District: District 1 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 041-031-006 Date Accepted: 01/28/2021 WHERE: The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. Please visit The Department’s Notice of Meeting Procedures webpage for additional meeting information: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/ Planning-Building/Meetings,-Hearings,-Agendas,-and-Minutes.aspx ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Emi Sugiyama, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600. 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. Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission October 14, 2021

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN: Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by Ivan Dudynsky and Audrey Morrisey for a Variance (DRC2019-00288) to allow grading on slopes greater than 30 percent for the purpose of constructing two residences with associated utilities, septic leach field, water storage and a groundmounted photovoltaic array. The project will result in the disturbance of approximately 58,436 square feet on an approximately 13.4-acre property. The proposed project is within the Agriculture land use category and is located at 2281 Kiler Canyon Road about three miles west of the City of Paso Robles. The project site is in the Adelaida Sub-Area of the North County Inland Planning Area. Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that 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 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on October 12, 2021, 2021 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address Air Quality, Biological Resources, Geology and Soils, Hazards and Hazardous Materials, Hydrology and Water Quality, and Land Use and Planning are included as conditions of approval. The Environmental Document is available for public review at the Department of Planning and Building, at the below address. A copy of the Environmental Document is also available on the Planning and Building Department website at www.sloplanning.org. Anyone interested in commenting on the proposed Environmental Document should submit a written statement and/or speak at the public hearing. Comments will be accepted up until completion of the public hearing(s). County File Number: DRC2019-00288 Supervisorial District: District 1 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 026-371-003 Date Accepted: 09/23/2021 WHERE: The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. Please visit The Department’s Notice of Meeting Procedures webpage for additional meeting information: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/ Meetings,-Hearings,-Agendas,-and-Minutes.aspx ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Emi Sugiyama, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600. 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. 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. Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission October 14, 2021

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN: Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT: A request by SLO Driver, LLC for a Coastal Development Permit / Development Plan to establish a non-storefront dispensary, manufacturing, and distribution facility within a 2,225 square-foot suite of an existing 12,035 square-foot commercial building. No new structures or site improvements are proposed. The project site is within the Industrial land use category, and it is located at 2115 Willow Road (State Route 1), approximately two miles west of the community of Nipomo in the Callendar-Garrett Village Area of the South County Coastal Planning Area. Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the project is categorically exempt under CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(2). A Notice of Exemption has been prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062. County File Number: DRC2021-00096 Supervisorial District: District 4 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 091-195-003 Date Accepted: 08/12/2021 WHERE: The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. Please visit The Department’s Notice of Meeting Procedures webpage for additional meeting information: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/ Meetings,-Hearings,-Agendas,-and-Minutes.aspx ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Elizabeth Moreno, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600. 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. 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. Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission October 14, 2021

The San Simeon Community Services District has a Board member vacancy. Interested persons are hereby notified that pursuant to Government Code §1780 the San Simeon Community Services District Board of Directors will appoint a replacement Board member to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of William Maurer. The District is accepting applications for the appointment. Applications are available outside the District Office and can also be found on the District website www.sansimeoncsd.org. For further information, please contact the District office. Office Location: 111 Pico Avenue San Simeon, California 93452 Telephone: (805) 927-4778 Email at: admin@sansimeoncsd.org October 14, 2021

CITY OF PISMO BEACH STATE OF CALIFORNIA

NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED BIDS will be received at the office of the City Clerk, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, California, until 2:00 p.m., on Thursday, November 18, 2021 as determined by www.time.gov for performing work as follows: OCEAN BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT Before submitting Bids, Contractors shall be licensed in accordance with the Laws of the State of California. Accordingly, the successful Bidder shall possess a Class A, General Engineering, Contractor’s license at the time this contract is awarded. Individual Subcontractors working under the Prime Contractor shall possess the appropriate license for the type of work being performed. The Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Contract goal is 7 percent. This project, in its entirety, is subject to the “Buy America” provisions of the Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1982 as amended by the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991. Project Plans and Specifications are available at the Engineering Division office located at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449. A non-refundable fee of $565.00 per set will be charged. Electronic Plans and Specifications are available via email at no charge. Questions will be accepted in writing up to 96 hours before bid closing by emailing Call Chad Stoehr at cstoehr@pismobeach.org. Questions regarding bid procedure or other non-technical questions can be asked by emailing Erin Olsen at eolsen@pismobeach.org or by calling (805) 773-4656. ERICA INDERLIED CITY CLERK October 14 & 21, 2021

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission WHEN: Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT: A hearing to consider a request by Barry and Barbara Purchase for a Variance / Minor Use Permit / Coastal Development Permit (DRC2017-00081) to allow grading on slopes in excess of 30% for a four-level single family residence of approximately 4,322 square feet with a 928 square foot garage on a 5,600-square foot lot. The proposal includes the following components: (1) grading and excavation for the lower level, garage, driveway and building foundation; (2) site disturbance of approximately 3,288-square feet including on-site drainage improvements; and (3) development of the residence, including landscaping. The proposed project is within the Residential Single-Family land use category and is located at 220 Cerro Gordo Avenue, in the community of Cayucos. The site is in the Estero Planning Area. Also to be considered is the determination that this project is categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA. County File Number: DRC2017-00081 Supervisorial District: District 2 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 064-372-013 Date Accepted: 11/19/2020 WHERE: The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. Please visit The Department’s Notice of Meeting Procedures webpage for additional meeting information: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building/ Meetings,-Hearings,-Agendas,-and-Minutes.aspx ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Terry Wahler, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600. 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. 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. Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission October 14, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DAVID WALTER PERRY DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0171

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DAVID WALTER PERRY A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by VINCENT CROOKS in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that VINCENT CROOKS 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: November 2, 2021 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: Dennis James Balsamo, SBN 197809 1303 E. Grand Ave., Ste. 103 Arroyo Grande, CA 93454 September 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JADE CANDACE OEST DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0323 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JADE CANDACE OEST A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHRISTOPHER R. SMITH in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that CHRISTOPHER R. SMITH 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: November 16, 2021 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: Christian E. Iversen 605 13th Street Paso Robles, CA 93446 October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING The City of San Luis Obispo’s Zoning Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing at 2:30 p.m. or later on Monday, October 25, 2021, on the item listed below. While the City encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed by joining the webinar or visiting the City’s electronic archive the day after the meeting to view the recording. Webinar registration details will be available on the agenda and the archive can be accessed from the City’s website at: https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/Browse. aspx?id=116937&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk. Public comment may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@ slocity.org 1.

570 Higuera St. Suite 150 USE-0588-2021; Request of a Minor Use Permit to allow on-site wine tasting (bar/tavern use) in a 428-square-foot tenant space in the Creamery Marketplace. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); C-D-H zone; Club Bubbly, Tracy Bogue, applicant. (Kyle Van Leeuwen)

PLEASE NOTE: Any court challenge to the actions taken on this public hearing item may be limited to considering only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Luis Obispo at, or prior to, the public hearing. October 14, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: KATHRYN S. COOK DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0320

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: KATHRYN S. COOK A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JULIE GARRETT in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that JULIE GARRETT 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: November 2, 2021 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: David J. Heaslett P.O. Box 340 Graeagle, CA 96103 September 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARJORIE LOUISE HANKS DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0319

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: MARJORIE LOUISE HANKS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROBERT H. MOTT in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that ROBERT H. MOTT 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 al-

low 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: November 2, 2021 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: Robert H. Mott 960 Santa Rosa San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 September 30, October 7, & 14, 2021 NOTICE OF ABANDONED PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is given that undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 21701-21716 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. “SuperStorage”, 2050 22nd St., Oceano, CA 93445, will sell by competitive bidding ending on or after October 25th, 2021 on or after 10:00 A.M., property in storage units. Auction is to be held online at www.storagetreasures. com. Property to be sold includes, but is not limited to: Bookshelves, dressers, washers, & dryers, desks, beds, tables and chairs, bed frames, mattresses, kitchen utensils, kitchenware, pots and pans, appliances, furnishings, clothing, household items, luggage, stereo equipment, cabinets, sporting equipment, fishing gear, camping gear, tools, construction equipment, computers, monitors, printers, toys, TV’s, bicycles, golf clubs, surf boards, office furniture, personal items, possible collectibles/antiques and boxed items contents unknown, belonging to the following: Thomas Teel (10X10) Jason Nunnelle (5X9) Jason Nunnelle (6X8) Dawn Kenoyer (10X10) Purchases must be paid for at time of sale in CASH ONLY. All purchased items sold as is , where is. Items must be removed at the time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Advertiser reserves the right to bid. Dated this 4th day of October, 2021 Auction by StorageTreasures.com Phone (855)722-8853 SuperStorage (805)474-4445 Ad to run October 14th, 2021 and October 21st, 2021.

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Bernadette Marie Sundback aka Bernie Sundback CASE NUMBER: 21PR0325 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Bernadette Marie Sundback aka Bernie Sundback A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: Joy Pritts in the Superior Court of California, County of: San Luis Obispo. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: Joy Pritts 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 ZOOM HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: November 16, 2021 Time: 9:00 A.M. in Dept.: 9 Address of Court: Zoom hearing: meeting ID 161 241 5408, passcode 79513 (https://www.slo.courts.ca.gov) 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 a 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 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 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Herbert A. Stroh, Esq., McCormick Barstow LLP 656 Santa Rosa St. Suite 2A San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Phone: 805-541-2800 October 7, 14, 21, 28, 2021

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RANDALL C. JORGENSEN AKA RANDY C. JORGENSEN CASE NO. 21PR-0310 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of RANDALL C. JORGENSEN AKA RANDY C. JORGENSEN. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has

LEGAL NOTICES been filed by PEARL N. GALANO in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that PEARL N. GALANO 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: 10/26/21 at 9:00AM in Dept. 9 located at 1035 PALM STREET ROOM 385, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93408 YOUR HEARING WILL BE BY VIDEO CONFERENCE VIA ZOOM. DO NOT COME TO THE COURTHOUSE FOR YOUR HEARING. MEETING ID: 161 241 5408 PASSWORD: 79513 You may also access the Zoom information from the court website at https://www.slo.courts.ca.gov 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 a 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 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. In Pro Per Petitioner PEARL N. GALANO 468 BAYBERRY LAKES BLVD. DAYTONA BEACH CA 32124 9/30, 10/7, 10/14/21 CNS-3513175# NEW TIMES

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2021-2368 OLD FILE NO. 2019-2307 Blue Sky Bistro, 669 Embarcadero #6, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 09/26/2019. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Golden Parkway Inc. (220 Madera St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business was conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Golden Parkway Inc., Denise U Robson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-30-2021. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk. By M. Stiletto, Deputy Clerk. October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 004-412-024 TS No: CA08000205-21-1 TO No: 210272380-CA-VOI

(The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED May 5, 2008. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On November 23, 2021 at 11:00 AM, In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on May 9, 2008 as Instrument No. 2008024313, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by SHIRLEY M CHAMBERLIN, A WIDOW, as Trustor(s), in favor of FINANCIAL FREEDOM SENIOR FUNDING CORPORATION, A SUBSIDIARY OF INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B. A DELAWARE CORPORATION as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1830 HUASNA DRIVE, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93405 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 without covenant or warranty, express 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. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $320,259.94 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 be-

LEGAL NOTICES ing 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 Nationwide Posting & Publication at 916.939.0772 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Website address www.nationwideposting. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08000205-21-1. 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 NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 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 CA08000205-21-1 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. Date: September 24, 2021 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA0800020521-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Amy Lemus, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.nationwideposting. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Nationwide Posting & Publication AT 916.939.0772 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. NPP0396267 To: NEW TIMES 10/07/2021, 10/14/2021, 10/21/2021

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 092-081-010 TS No: CA07001667-19-1 TO No: 191280056-CA-VOI

LEGAL NOTICES pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on December 17, 2018 as Instrument No. 2018051536, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by JUAN L ESPARZA GUZMAN AND MONICA R ESPARZA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, as nominee for DATA MORTGAGE INC., DBA ESSEX MORTGAGE as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 182 KENT STREET, NIPOMO, CA 93444 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 without covenant or warranty, express 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. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $399,666.54 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on 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 California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 Auction.com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet

LEGAL NOTICES Website address www.Auction. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA07001667-19-1. 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 NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 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 800.280.2832, or visit this internet website https://tracker. auction.com/sb1079/, using the file number assigned to this case CA07001667-19-1 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. Date: September 21, 2021 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA0700166719-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Amy Lemus, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.Auction.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.com at 800.280.2832 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. NPP0396198 To: NEW TIMES 09/30/2021, 10/07/2021, 10/14/2021

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-21-892112-AB Order No.: 210346156-CAVOO

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/5/2018. 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. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, 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 the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MANUEL J MATOS AND BARBARA C MATOS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 5/11/2018 as Instrument No. 2018019224 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN LUIS OBISPO County, California; Date of Sale: 11/9/2021 at 11:00AM Place of Sale: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, located at 1087 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $372,027.47 The purported property address is: 230 LEMA DR,

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LEGAL NOTICES NIPOMO, CA 93444-9538 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 091-374-005 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 http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA21-892112-AB. 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 http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-21-892112-AB 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. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-21-892112-AB IDSPub #0175185 10/14/2021 10/21/2021 10/28/2021

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. T.S. No. 19-01970-SM-CA Title No. 02-19106928 A.P.N. 091-063-043

T.S. No. 19-01970-SM-CA Title No. 02-19106928 A.P.N. 091063-043 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/21/2007. 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. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on 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; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The 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 the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: David D Blanco a married man, as his sole & separate property. Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 02/28/2007 as Instrument No. 2007013229 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of San Luis Obispo County, CA. Date of Sale: 11/09/2021 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Breezeway facing Santa Rosa Street of the County of San Luis Obispo General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $780,165.89 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1724 Chesapeake Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 A.P.N.: 091-063-043 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. 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. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. 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

LEGAL NOTICES 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 or visit this Internet Web site www.ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 19-01970-SM-CA. 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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 09/23/2021 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 855219-8501; Sales Website: www. ndscorp.com By: Rachael Hamilton, Trustee Sales Representative 09/30/2021, 10/07/2021, 10/14/2021 CPP351517

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0207

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Shelly Ann Leypon filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Shelly Ann Leypon to PROPOSED NAME: Shelly Ann Bonham 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: November 3, 2021, 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: August 11, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0408

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Heidi Marie Logan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Heidi Marie Logan to PROPOSED NAME: Inai Marie 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: January 5, 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: September 15, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0472

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Christina Marie Bailey filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Christina Marie Bailey to PROPOSED NAME: Christina Marie Bailey-Demille 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: November 18, 2021, 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: September 28, 2021 /s/: Rita Federman, Judge of the Superior Court October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0511

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Krista Nicole Knudsen filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Krista Nicole Knudsen to PROPOSED NAME: Krista Nicole Kaizen 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: October 21, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St. 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: September 9, 2021 /s/: Rita Federman, Judge of the Superior Court September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2021-2284 OLD FILE NO. 2019-1154

Middlehouse, 2939 Augusta, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 05/06/2019. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: San Luis Obispo Committee For Education on Alcohol (2939 Augusta, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business was conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ San Luis Obispo Committee For Education on Alcohol, David Coburn, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-16-2021. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk. By M. Stiletto, Deputy Clerk. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0530

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Hally Jeannette Keppelman Webster filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Hally Jeannette Keppelman Webster to PROPOSED NAME: Hallie Jeannette Webster 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: November 4, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey Street, 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: September 21, 2021 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0546

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Steven Serrano filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Steven Serrano to PROPOSED NAME: Steven Serrano Hayes 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: November 17, 2021, 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: September 24, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2021-2252 OLD FILE NO. 2020-2040

Carlock’s Bakery, 1024 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 10/07/2020. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Meng Phou (1613 16th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Meng Phou, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-14-2021. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk. By A. Webster, Deputy Clerk. September 23, 30, October 7, & 14, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CVP-0252

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Gina McKenzie filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Gina McKenzie to PROPOSED NAME: Gina Glasmacher Thompson-Acuña 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: November 17, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. P2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. 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: September 30, 2021 /s/: Hernaldo J. Baltodano, Judge of the Superior Court October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO) GEORGE E JOHNSON III, an Individual YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. CASE NUMBER (Número de caso): 19LC-0028

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

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LEGAL NOTICES 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): 19LC-0028 The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte son) SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 1035 Palm Street, Room 385 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 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): Patrice J. Hensley (State Bar #: 321134) Collection at Law, Inc., A.P.C. 3835 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, Suite R-349 Westlake Village, CA 91362 (818) 716-7630 Date: (Fecha) 01/08/2019 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario) /s/, Matthew Zepeda, Deputy Clerk, (adjunto) September 30, October 7, 14, & 21, 2021

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(March 21-April 19): According to my understanding of the upcoming weeks, life will present you with unusual opportunities. I suspect you will find it reasonable and righteous to shed, dismantle, and rebel against the past. Redefining your history will be a fun and worthy project. Here are other related activities I recommend for you: 1. Forget and renounce a long-running fear that has never come true. 2. Throw away a reminder of an old experience that makes you feel bad. 3. Freshen your mood and attitude by moving around the furniture and decor in your home. 4. Write a note of atonement to a person you hurt once upon a time. 5. Give yourself a new nickname that inspires you to emancipate yourself from a pattern or habit you want to leave behind.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus poet Donte Collins’ preferred pronouns are “they” and “them.” They describe themself as Black, queer, and adopted. “A lover doesn’t discourage your growth,” they write. “A lover says, ‘I see who you are today, and I cannot wait to see who you become tomorrow.’” I hope you have people like that in your life, Taurus—lovers, friends, allies, and relatives. If there is a scarcity of such beloved companions in your life, the next eight weeks will be an excellent time to round up new ones. And if you are connected with people who delight in your progress and evolution, deepen your connection with them.

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Author William S. Burroughs claimed his greatest strength was a “capacity to confront myself no matter how unpleasant.” But he added a caveat to his brag: Although he recognized his mistakes, he rarely made any corrections. Yikes! Dear Scorpio, I invite you to do what Burroughs couldn’t. Question yourself about how you might have gone off course, but then actually make adjustments and atonements. As you do, keep in mind these principles: 1. An apparent mistake could lead you to a key insight or revelation. 2. An obstruction to the flow may prod you to open your mind and heart to a liberating possibility. 3. A snafu might motivate you to get back to where you belong. 4. A mess could show you something important you’ve been missing.

SAGITTARIUS

(May 21-June 20): Gemini author Lisa Cron advises her fellow writers, “Avoid exclamation points! Really!! Because they’re distracting!! Almost as much as CAPITALIZING THINGS!!!” I’ll expand her counsel to apply not just to writers, but to all of you Geminis. In my astrological opinion, you’re likely to find success in the coming weeks if you’re understated, modest, and unmelodramatic. Make it your goal to create smooth, suave, savvy solutions. Be cagey and cool and crafty.

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In her novel We Have Always Lived in the Castle, Sagittarian author Shirley Jackson wrote, “Today my winged horse is coming, and I am carrying you off to the moon, and on the moon we will eat rose petals.” I wonder what you would do if you received a message like that—an invitation to wander out on fanciful or mysterious adventures. I hope you’d be receptive. I hope you wouldn’t say, “There are no such things as flying horses. It’s impossible to fly to the moon and eat rose petals.” Even if you don’t typically entertain such whimsical notions, the time is favorable to do so now. I bet you will be pleased with the unexpected grace they bring your way.

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(June 21-July 22): Ancient Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu told us that water is in one sense soft and passive, but is in another sense superb at eroding jams and obstacles that are hard and firm. There’s a magic in the way its apparent weakness overcomes what seems strong and unassailable. You are one of the zodiac’s top wielders of water’s superpower, Cancerian. And in the coming weeks, it will work for you with even more amazing grace than usual. Take full advantage of your sensitivity, your emotional intelligence, and your empathy.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Leo author James Baldwin told us, “You read something which you thought only happened to you, and you discover that it happened 100 years ago to [Russian novelist] Fyodor Dostoyevsky. This is a great liberation for the suffering, struggling person, who always thinks that he is alone.” In that spirit, Leo, and in accordance with astrological omens, I urge you to track down people who have had pivotal experiences similar to yours, either in the distant or recent past. These days, you need the consoling companionship they can provide. Their influence could be key to liberating you from at least some of your pain.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Poet Octavio Paz described two kinds of distraction. One is “the distraction of the person who is always outside himself, lost in the trivial, senseless, turmoil of everyday life.” The other is “the distraction of the person who withdraws from the world in order to shut himself up in the secret and ever-changing land of his fantasy.” In my astrological opinion, you Virgos should specialize in the latter during the coming weeks. It’s time to reinvigorate your relationship with your deep inner sources. Go in search of the reverent joy that comes from communing with your tantalizing mysteries. Explore the riddles at the core of your destiny.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “We must never be afraid to go too far,

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for truth lies beyond,” declared novelist Marcel Proust. I wouldn’t normally offer that counsel to you Libras. One of your strengths is your skill at maintaining healthy boundaries. You know how to set dynamic limits that are just right: neither too extreme nor too timid. But according to my analysis of the astrological potentials, the coming weeks will be one of those rare times when you’ll be wise to consider an alternative approach: that the most vigorous truths and liveliest energies may lie beyond where you usually go.

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Capricorn author Susan Sontag wrote about people who weren’t receptive to her intensity and intelligence. She said she always had “a feeling of being ‘too much’ for them—a creature from another planet—and I would try to scale myself down to size, so I could be apprehendable and lovable by them.” I understand the inclination to engage in such self-diminishment. We all want to be appreciated and understood. But I urge you to refrain from taming and toning yourself down too much in the coming weeks. Don’t do what Sontag did. In my astrological opinion, it’s time for you to be an extra vivid version of yourself.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “I am diagnosed with not having enough insanely addictive drugs coursing through my body,” joked comedian Sarah Silverman. Judging from current cosmic rhythms, I’m inclined to draw a similar conclusion about you. It may be wise for you to dose yourself with intoxicants. Just kidding! I lied. Here’s the truth: I would love for you to experience extra rapture, mystic illumination, transcendent sex, and yes, even intoxication in the coming weeks. My analysis of the astrological omens suggests these delights are more likely and desirable than usual. However, the best way to arouse them is by communing with your favorite nondrug and non-alcohol inebriants. The benefits will last longer and incur no psychological cost.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “The truth is,” writes cartoonist Bill Watterson, “most of us discover where we are headed when we arrive.” I sense this will describe your life during the next six weeks. Your long, strange journey won’t come to an end, of course. But a key chapter in that long, strange journey will climax. You will be mostly finished with lessons you have been studying for many moons. The winding road you have been following will end up someplace in particular. And sometime soon, I suspect you’ll spy a foreshadowing flash of this denouement. ∆

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