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Their stories After living in fear and isolation for years, women who claim to have been stalked, harassed, and abused by Josiah Johnstone are joining forces and speaking out [10] BY KASEY BUBNASH
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This week cover Facebook brings one man’s alleged victims together.............................. 10
news Grover Beach’s bike lane troubles ...4
opinion Monterey Bay Community Power is socialism ..................................... 14 “Reefer madness” stems from bigotry .................................... 14
arts STAGE: The Hip Hop Nutcracker ...36 GALLERY: Signature sceneries ......38
flavor FOOD: FarmSLO goes to school.........................................44
cover photo by Jayson Mellom cover design by Alex Zuniga
HEALING TOGETHER From left to right: Jennifer Byon, Tanya Walker, and Becky Heart attended Josiah Johnstone’s hearing on Oct. 17, where they had hoped to see him sentenced to time behind bars for charges of stalking, criminal threats, and perjury. Instead, Johnstone was ordered to a mental health evaluation, and his sentencing was rescheduled for January 2020.
ustice can’t always be found in the court system, as the alleged victims of Josiah Johnstone can attest to. For months, more than two dozen women have waited to see what his punishment will be for the stalking and assault charges filed against him. Although not all were able to formally levy their own charges against him due to California’s statutes of limitations, they found the support they needed through a Facebook group that connected the women who are determined to tell their stories—if not to the public, then at least to one another. For this week’s cover story, Staff Writer Kasey Bubnash spoke with some of the victims who have accused Johnstone of stalking, harassment, and worse [10]. You can also read about Grover Beach’s bike lane mishap [4] ; the Jazz Jubilee by the Sea in the Five Cities [28] ; what oldschool MC Kurtis Blow is doing in The Hip Hop Nutcracker [36] ; the iconic landscapes on display in Paso [38] ; and a program tying farm to school [44].
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here’s been a lot of squabbling among Grover Beach residents over the recent installation of buffered bike lanes on several blocks of Newport Avenue. Heeding public outrage, the city now plans to rip out the raised curbs that currently separate lanes for cyclists and vehicles, a project detour that is expected to cost roughly $20,000. More than 30 San Luis Obispo County community members shared their thoughts on the matter at a Grover Beach City Council meeting on Oct. 21. Although there were a number of cyclists and residents from other parts of the county who spoke in favor of the current bike lane design on Newport, nearly all of the Grover Beach residents in attendance were vehemently opposed. Several attendees took issue with the street’s new parking structure, which puts the bike lane directly next to the sidewalk, followed by the raised curb, followed by spots for street parking, then lanes for vehicle traffic. The buffers are intended to make cyclists and pedestrians feel sufficiently barred from vehicle traffic, but Newport resident Louise Porton said it’s only made backing out of her driveway a struggle. “Daily, every time we back out of our driveway, we risk getting in an accident as we try to see beyond cars parked 12 feet out in the road and turn sharply into the narrow roadway,” Porton said at the meeting. “It’s a terrible safety hazard.” Other attendees complained that the black berms on the street of the same color are a tripping hazard, especially for seniors, those with disabilities, and at night. An avid biker
Atascadero Unified accused of not protecting students
Six Jane Does filed a complaint in federal court claiming that the Atascadero Unified School District did not protect its students against a former teacher alleged to have taken up-skirt images of his female students. Chris Berdoll, who was a sixth-grade teacher at the Atascadero Fine Arts Academy, was arrested on Sept. 10 and posted $500,000 bail shortly after. A criminal arraignment is scheduled on Oct. 29 for 44 felony charges related to child pornography. The civil complaint filed on Oct. 22 alleges that the district didn’t follow proper protocol to ensure the safety of their students. The alleged incidents involving Berdoll started during the 2016-17 school year, when four of the Jane Does were seventh graders. The complaint states that Berdoll often asked the girls to help organize his classroom and eat lunch with him. When the girls managed to avoid his alleged invitations, the complaint claims he would find them on the playground and lurk around them while carrying his iPad. According to the complaint, Berdoll’s personal iPad and other electronic devices contained photos of the victims’ genital regions. He converted those images into explicit child pornography, sometimes editing his own images engaged in sex acts with images of children, the complaint claims.
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GOODBYE CURBS Grover Beach is midway through construction on Newport Avenue’s bike lanes, but residents don’t like the raised buffers.
said the new lanes aren’t particularly safe, especially because they end suddenly at each intersection and block motorist’s views of bikers. Resident Diane Shannon said at the meeting that she had a petition with more than 100 signatures opposing the project’s current state. “This is about safety,” Shannon said at the meeting. “We care about our seniors, the skateboarders, the dog walkers, the mail carriers, the handicapped, the stroller family, the cyclists, and all the residents that live and travel on Newport Avenue. You’re in denial if you don’t realize there’s an issue with this design.” “You need to remember: You work for us,” she added. Grover Beach is in its fifth year of a road rehabilitation project, which is funded by a bond measure approved by voters in 2014 and includes the repair of scores of Grover Beach city blocks, according to a city staff report. In several previous meetings, residents expressed interest in redesigning Newport Avenue to reduce traffic speeds, increase bike and
pedestrian safety, and improve parking. The current Newport design, which is about 40 percent of the way completed, was approved unanimously by Grover Beach City Council at a meeting on Jan. 22. But shortly after construction started, residents became concerned with various aspects of the project. At the Oct. 21 meeting, City Council voted to remove the recently installed curbs and instead install bike lanes that are buffered with painted lines, green striping where appropriate, and parking adjacent to the curb. Although Councilmember Mariam Shah, who also lives on Newport, voted in favor of the changes, she was hesitant. “I just am worried about us redesigning something right now that’s already been professionally designed, is halfway—not even halfway, partially halfway—done, and hasn’t really been given a fair chance,” she said at the meeting. “I just am not sure this is the right timing for that.” ∆ —Kasey Bubnash
During the 2017-18 school year, the complaint states, Berdoll continued to insist that the Jane Does—four eighth graders and two fifth graders—spend lunch time in his classroom. The following school year, Jane Doe 1 was assigned to Berdoll’s sixth grade class where, the complaint alleges, he moved her seat from the back of the classroom to a row directly across from his desk. On Aug. 28, 2018, the complaint alleges, one of the girls witnessed Berdoll angling his phone under Jane Doe 1’s desk and reported his behavior to her mother, who in turn called Jane Doe 1’s mother. On Aug. 30, 2018, Berdoll’s behavior was reported to the district, and the Atascadero Police Department executed a search warrant of his electronic devices. According to the complaint, the department discovered photos that depicted the private areas and or surrounding body parts of at least 16 female minors, including all six Jane Does. The complaint accuses the school district of failing to ensure that all its employees were properly trained and supervised to perform their jobs. The complaint alleges that the school had neither a vice principal nor a full-time principal at the time, that Berdoll openly carried his iPad in the schoolyard and his classroom during school hours, and the district failed to enforce its policy banning employees from the personal use of cellphones while on duty. The district emailed New Times a statement
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San Luis Obispo County supervisors offered their reactions on Oct. 22 to a recent California State Board of Food and Agriculture letter that levied criticism against the county’s approach to groundwater management in Paso Robles. The Sept. 30 ag board letter shared concerns about “limited” ag industry involvement in developing sustainability plans for the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin, as part of complying with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). At the SLO County Board of Supervisors’ Oct. 22 meeting, North County Supervisors Debbie Arnold (5th District) and John Peschong (1st District) defended the county’s efforts—including a decision last year to deny the Estrella-El Pomar-Creston Water District a seat on the committee that’s crafting the Paso sustainability plan. “You’re forgetting the history behind our over-pumped basin,” Arnold said. “We heard very clearly in [a 2016 basinwide water district election] that the vast majority of our landowners and agriculturalists in the basin chose to have the county water district working on this groundwater sustainability plan.” But Herb Rowland, a director at the Estrella-El Pomar-Creston Water District, argued during public comment that denying the district a formal role violated “the spirit that SGMA was crafted” with. “This document [the sustainability plan] was completed without significant input from the agricultural stakeholders in our community,” Rowland said. “To state the obvious, this letter is evidence that it was a bad policy decision.” Patricia Wilmore, speaking on behalf of the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance, told the board that the state’s letter “highlights the frustration that we have felt in getting involved in this process.” “We have been asking for more focused involvement from the beginning,” she said. Supervisor Peschong contended that Paso’s SGMA process has allowed for adequate industry input and said he’s met with “close to 100 farmers on their land to discuss their water issues.” “I’m actually very proud of the outreach and the ability for everyone to comment and weigh in,” Arnold added. “It’s been a fair process.” Supervisors Adam Hill (3rd District) and Bruce Gibson (2nd District) said the letter concerned them and they questioned Arnold
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and Peschong’s leadership on the issue. “When you get a letter that talks about the fact that people aren’t even allowed to truly participate and are being shut out, that is a concern,” Hill said. “To favor some to the exclusion of others is not following the intent of [SGMA].” SLO County administrators said they plan to prepare a response letter to the ag board, which supervisors will vote on at their next meeting. —Peter Johnson
Wine consumers will feel the effects of tariffs
The Trump administration’s national tariffs on European goods are affecting the only wine importer on the Central Coast, and consumers will feel the effects through price increases. Ken Jacques, owner of Evaki Imports, said a 25 percent tariff went into effect on Oct. 17 and was immediately imposed on wine shipments en route to his company. “We do 40 percent of our business in October, November, and December. If you’re an importer, the largest amount of wine you’re going to have on the water at any given time is that time, so a large number of containers were exposed,” Jacques said. He said the administration put tariffs on wines that are 14 percent and lower in alcohol content. Wines that are 14.1 percent or higher, Champagne, and sparkling water are not affected. From an importer standpoint, he said the tariff hike is passed directly on to the retailer, which then passes it on to the consumer. He said depending on the price point of the wine, customers can expect to see bottle prices increase between $1 and $3. The tariffs are the result of a 15-year dispute between the United States and European countries, where the U.S. accused them of illegally subsidizing Airbus, a European aerospace corporation, which is also Boeing’s rival. The current administration pressed its case to the World Trade Organization, which allowed the tariffs as part of a penalty award. According to the penalty, the U.S. was allowed to impose 10 percent tariffs on aircraft and 25 percent on other industrial and agricultural products from the European Union—including wine, cheese, and olive oil. Jacques said importers that invest heavily in French and Spanish wines will be affected. “It all depends on how long it lasts. If it lasts a year, my guess is you’re probably looking at somewhere between 10 or 15 percent reduction in sales over the next 12
months, but it’s just too hard to gauge this early in the game,” Jacques said. “It’s going to hurt the importers, and it’s going to hurt the consumers; everyone’s going to pay.” —Karen Garcia
AG vaping ban could include consequences for minors
Soon it could be illegal to sell vaping products and electronic cigarettes in Arroyo Grande, and kids could be cited for having them. The Arroyo Grande City Council voted at its meeting on Oct. 22 to develop an ordinance that would ban the sale of all vaping products and electronic cigarettes not approved by the FDA, through both brick-and-mortar stores and online sales. The potential ban, which was initially conceptualized by Mayor Caren Ray Russom, is an effort to curb the surging popularity of vaping and e-cigarette use among teens, an issue that Russom said is especially pressing now that more than a dozen deaths and 1,000 lung injuries nationwide have been linked to vaping and e-cigarettes. “Nobody knows what’s in this stuff,” Russom told New Times. Arroyo Grande’s proposed ordinance will be modeled on one in San Francisco, which in June became the first city in the U.S. to pass a ban on the sale of e-cigarettes and vaping products that haven’t received FDA approval. But Arroyo Grande is considering going a step further by making it illegal for residents under 21 to possess all tobacco products, punishable by a fine of
$75 or 30 hours of community service, a controversial addition that many major health and anti-tobacco groups oppose. According to information released in April by ChangeLab Solutions, a national organization that works to advance equitable laws for underserved communities, youth tobacco possession and use penalties like the one Arroyo Grande is considering have proven ineffective and inequitable. “Instead of holding Big Tobacco accountable for their pernicious targeting and predatory marketing, [possession, use, and purchase] laws punish youth who may be addicted to tobacco,” the ChangeLab Solutions fact sheet reads. Russom said she understands that argument on a broader scale and agrees that kids, who are really the victims of big tobacco marketing schemes, shouldn’t be criminalized. “But what we hear on the ground, which is consistent with what Atascadero heard, is that in practice it’s made it almost impossible for schools to enforce bans on campus,” she told New Times. Atascadero recently considered a ban on the sale of vaping products, and Morro Bay is in the process of developing one now. Enforcement at school is especially challenging, she said, because of the way schools are rated by the state, a ranking that includes test scores and rates of suspensions. The higher the rates of suspensions, Russom said, the lower the score. So schools have a disincentive to take any serious disciplinary action against students caught with vapes. But if school resource officers could threaten citations, Russom said she thinks kids would reconsider their actions. “Even just having the penalty makes people think twice,” she said. Most other council members seemed to wholeheartedly agree, except Jimmy Paulding, who voted against drafting a ban on vaping products. Paulding didn’t seem concerned with the youth possession portion of the ordinance, but did take issue with the ban on online sales, which he said could be difficult to enforce and make it impossible for adults of legal age to get vaping products. “I have to admit that this is a difficult issue for me,” Paulding said at the meeting. The ordinance will likely be drafted and read for the first time at Arroyo Grande’s next City Council meeting in November. ∆ — Kasey Bubnash
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Floating into relaxation
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he average person is constantly moving from one thing to the next, checking phones and devices, and surrounding him- or herself with people. Sure, there are many hikes around San Luis Obispo County to get away from it all, but most people don’t really give themselves time to check out and recharge. A sibling duo from Sacramento recently established a facility in the city of SLO for people to do just that. Matt and Kelsey Elston are wrapping up their fourth month of being the proud business owners and operators of Central Coast Floats, a float spa. The business started as just an idea when Matt moved to the Central Coast six years ago. Prior to his move, he lived in Seattle where he was first introduced to floating. At first, he viewed floating as just a cool experience, but then he started to see how it changed his life. “The more I kept doing it, I realized it was an incredible tool to solve problems or really get into a deep meditative state,” Matt said. When he moved to San Luis Obispo, he realized there wasn’t any kind of floating facility in the area. He called his sister, Kelsey, who was working at a floating center in their hometown at the time, to see if she was interested in working with him to open a facility.
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She told New Times she was ready to quit her job and bring this project to fruition with her bother. Kelsey also saw a change in her life physically, emotionally, and spiritually when she began floating. “There’s an opportunity to go deep inside yourself and work through things with no one’s help,” she said. “It goes from life in the tank to life in the tank affecting life outside of the tank, which is so cool.” Matt said he and his sister believed they wanted to share this beneficial tool with others around them. “The intention behind this place is like a center for growth and healing on the Central Coast. We’re trying to be here for everyone,” he said. The spa offers four rooms with floatation tanks inside; one of the rooms houses an extra-large tank, big enough for two people. The tanks are also known as sensory deprivation chambers. In these tanks is about 1,200 pounds of Epsom salt that’s dissolved in water. Matt said it’s so buoyant that a person automatically floats. “When you’re in the tank and in the water, with the concentration of the salt, only your face, a little bit of your chest, and your kneecaps will pop out of the water. Everything else is just kind of right on the surface of the water,” he said.
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This service is often used as a method for relaxation or to boost creativity. As the name implies, sensory deprivation means a person can rid themselves of some or all external stimuli and float. Each tank is fully customizable, so there are LED lights and the option to plug in your cellphone to queue a music playlist or podcast. After a floating session, which lasts 60 minutes, the siblings have a relaxation room where clients can sit down and read, journal, color, or enjoy a cup of tea. They have an infrared sauna for clients as well. The Elston siblings have attended several float conferences in the last few years and have learned various health benefits to floating. The concentration of the salt flushes out toxins and heavy metals in cells, easing muscle pain, and it also improves heart and circulatory health, reduces blood clots, reduces inflammation, and lowers blood pressure.
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“Life just throws so much at you, so your goals in the tank are probably not the same as someone else’s. You’re going to get whatever you need out of it,” Matt said. To learn more about Central Coast Floats or how to set up an appointment, visit centralcoastfloats.com or call (805) 439-3229.
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As the holiday season approaches, The Salvation Army is looking for volunteer bell-ringers for various sites around San Luis Obispo County from Nov. 25 through Dec. 24. You know, the joyous individuals who wear red aprons and ring a bell near a kettle in front of your local supermarket. If you want to join the ranks of bell-ringers for a twohour shift, call (805) 544-2401 or email elaine.mansoor@usw.salvationarmy. org. Volunteers are not required to solicit donations, just ring the bell and greet passersby with a smile. The annual Kettle Campaign is The Salvation Army’s most important fundraising event of the year. To learn more about volunteer opportunities or The Salvation Army, visit centralusa.salvationarmy.org. ∆ Staff Writer Karen Garcia wrote this week’s Strokes and Plugs. Send tidbits to strokes@newtimesslo.com.
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t’s not every day you come face to face with someone accused of committing the kinds of crimes that inspire horror movies, but a few years ago, Shaana Keller let one such person crash on her couch. Keller met Josiah Johnstone for the first time in 2013 at the Solano County Fair in Vallejo, where they were both working. Although they’d only just met, she remembers that he’d hurried to the informational booth she was working at to tell her about his dad’s death the day he found out. He’d said he was heading back to San Luis Obispo County to be with his family, Keller said. She felt so sorry for him. She didn’t hear much from him immediately after that, but they’d added each other on Facebook before he left, and they messaged occasionally. Keller said she and Johnstone saw each other the following year, and then the year after that she reached out online to ask if he’d be working at the fair again. He told her his carnie work was behind him, she said, and that he was moving to San Francisco to become a DJ. He’d lined up housing and a job, he told her, but he needed a place to stay before his move-in date. “I thought it was no big deal,” Keller told New Times in October of this year, about six years after she first met Johnstone. “It’s just a few nights.” She offered her couch, and that’s where he stayed for
‘Enough is enough’ After Josiah Johnstone was arrested in 2017, more than two dozen of his alleged victims found each other online, where they’re now working together to heal BY KASEY BUBNASH
what turned into weeks. First the apartment fell through, then the job. Keller watched as he seemingly grappled with the basics of bringing his big-city dreams to fruition. Again, she felt sorry for him, and since he wasn’t bothering her, she let him stay. Just before the fair started, Keller’s boss asked her if Johnstone might want to make some money working the company booth. He accepted, but after she turned in his application, she received a call from the Solano County Fair Association saying Josiah Johnstone was never to be allowed on the fairgrounds again. Keller learned that he’d been kicked out the year prior for bad behavior—an apparently major scene that ended with Johnstone threatening a law enforcement officer. When Keller asked him about it, Johnstone played it off as a big misunderstanding. But something didn’t add up, she said. She did some digging the next day, and what she found more than confirmed her suspicions. Keller discovered that Johnstone had been accused of harassment and stalking in a number of California counties, and that he’d been served with restraining orders filed by at least half a dozen different people. Keller said she ended up connecting with one of his ex-girlfriends online, who claimed that Johnstone had physically and emotionally abused her throughout their relationship. Keller said the information was alarming. “He’s got to get out of my house right now,” she remembered thinking at the time. She quickly worked up a bluff to get him out and called Johnstone to break the news. Just like that, he snapped. Keller said he practically screamed at her on the phone and told her he wouldn’t leave. She packed up his things, gave him his bag, and locked him out. He bombarded her with angry messages on multiple platforms, so she blocked him everywhere she could think to, and “that was that.” She didn’t hear much about him until years later when another woman created a
WANTED After Josiah Johnstone failed to appear for a sentencing hearing on July 11, a warrant was issued for his arrest and his information was shared in a SLO County Sheriff’s Office “Most Wanted Wednesday” post from July 31. Johnstone was later tracked down by a bounty hunter and apprehended.
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Editor’s Note: New Times spoke with several of the women who accused Josiah Johnstone of harassing, stalking, and, in at least one case, assaulting them. Some pressed charges, some didn’t. These are the stories they told New Times about what happened to them.
public Facebook post detailing her alleged frightening encounter with Johnstone. The post was shared dozens of times, Keller said, and scores of commenters came forward with their own similar experiences with Johnstone. “It was just crazy,” Keller told New Times, “and it really made me sad to know how many people he’d hurt and used and manipulated.” Keller figured there were other women out there who wanted to share their stories but didn’t feel safe doing so in such a public sphere, so she and two other women who claim to have been harassed by Johnstone—Becky Heart and Jennifer Byon—created a private Facebook group solely for the victims of Johnstone’s alleged crimes. There, victims can share their stories freely without fear of judgement or retribution. They’re able to hash out specific events and details, talk honestly about their trauma, and find legal and emotional advice and support. “It’s just a lot of women coming together, comparing notes, and healing,” Keller said. Keller launched the group in September 2018, and today it has more than 30 members, about 75 percent of whom claim to have been directly stalked, threatened, abused, or harassed by Johnstone. The rest are friends and family of alleged victims, many who also say they’ve faced direct repercussions because of Johnstone’s presence in their loved ones’ lives. It’s trauma that ties all these individuals together, and now that Johnstone has been arrested, they share a desire to see justice served. But Keller said it’s been beautiful to watch how his alleged victims have come together and grown since the group was created. “On the one hand, it makes me really sad to see how many people he’s hurt,” Keller said, “but on the other hand, I’m really glad I connected with these women, because they are such a strong group of women.” Some members had never shared their stories before the Facebook group existed, Keller said, either because they were so embarrassed that they’d been tricked or afraid Johnstone would come after them. But with so many of them banded together, Keller said they feel safer now. Safer, and unashamed. Now with Johnstone in custody and facing felony charges of perjury, stalking, and criminal threats, this group of women closely
follows his case, notifying each other of any updates, encouraging each other to write victim impact statements to the judge, and attending his hearings arm in arm. But even with so many of them rallying together, things haven’t been easy. Many of what were supposed to be Johnstone’s sentencing hearings have ended with dissatisfying results for those who hope to see him behind bars, including one hearing he skipped in July after posting bail and fleeing to Nevada. The court process has been draining for those involved, and infuriating for those who’d like to join in on the case but can’t because of California’s statutes of limitations. And even if all goes smoothly for the prosecution, Johnstone is expected to spend less than five years in prison at most, a chilling thought to individuals like Keller, who are actively and publicly working to make the unsavory side of his reputation known. But Keller said it’s time for everyone to know about Johnstone’s extensive collection of accusations of abuse, violence, stalking, and harassment, and the only ones who can bring that information to light are his past victims. “That’s what he’s done over the last 15 years, if not before that,” Keller said, “and it’s disgusting.”
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that he had received seven victim impact statements and was considering a sentence of four years and eight months, he ordered Johnstone to first participate in a 90-day mental health evaluation. Baltodano said in court that he felt a diagnosis would help him hand down an adequate sentence, and that the evaluation was a necessity in this case. He rescheduled Johnstone’s sentencing to Jan. 28, 2020. After the decision, Byon and several other women gathered around the deputy district attorney working Johnstone’s case as he explained the team’s next move. Byon agrees that Johnstone needs treatment for his mental health issues, but she was frustrated with the court’s decision nonetheless. “I thought this was going to be a done deal today,” she told New Times after the hearing. “I was really surprised.” She’s trying to move on from Johnstone and all the pain she said he’s caused her. But with the case still unresolved, that’s almost impossible to do. Byon met Johnstone about six years ago, when they went on a few dates before seeing each other seriously. Johstone had informed Byon of the death of his father and his difficulties dealing with it, she said, and after about four months Byon broke up with Johnstone. Things just seemed “a little off,” she said. She’s not sure how to explain it. A few weeks later, she found out she was pregnant. The baby had to be Johnstone’s, so Byon said they got back together, he moved in, and then they were engaged. Things were great at first. He attended every doctor’s appointment, and he was helpful, attentive, and supportive. But then something changed. He’d tell Byon he needed to borrow her car to go to the Army recruiting office, but after searching his phone, she said she discovered he was really meeting
Johnstone in SLO with other women and men. County alone. Sometimes his trips away with her ‘On the one hand, it makes me In February car would last days at a time, Byon really sad to see how many people 2017, Tanya Walker said, and if she asked for it back, he’d he’s hurt, but on the other hand, I’m received legal threaten to “drive it off a cliff.” He was really glad I connected with these protection from always apologetic when he returned, women, because they are such a Johnstone after he she said, blaming trauma from the allegedly threatened strong group of women.’ —Shaana Keller sexual abuse he claimed to have her and her kids, and endured as a child for his behavior. followed her kids to She felt horrible about what he’d is grateful school. Walker wrote in a statement that been through, so she said she forgave him for. That, when she met Johnstone in 2016, he told time and time again. she said, and their daughter, Melanie. her he was gay and trans, and had plans to A lot happened during her pregnancy, Byon is now four years into a happy transition soon. Byon said. Johnstone told her that her friends marriage to the man Melanie knows as her Within a few weeks, Walker said he told were trying to hook up with him, she said, father. She said she’s never been happier. her the gay bit is just a lie he tells people but later she found out he was keeping them “So out of all the craziness and darkness to keep his “crazy Christian mother out of away from her with threats. Johnstone of this whole Josiah experience a beautiful his life,” and Walker and Johnstone started offered to make payments on her new car in gift came out of it,” Byon told New Times. “A dating. Walker claimed she repeatedly tried exchange for his borrowing it, but later the beautiful, happy little girl who God blessed to break things off, but each time she tried, car was repossessed, and Byon found out he me with at the perfect time and when I and he would threaten her or her children, follow hadn’t made a payment on it for three months. my family needed it the most.” them around, and then apologize and blame When she contacted the repo guy, he told her Later, Byon found out about all the other the trauma of his father’s death and sexual Johnstone had threatened to hunt him down individuals who claim to have been threatened, abuse as a child. and kill him, along with his entire family. harassed, and abused by Johnstone. She After about six months, Walker broke Johnstone’s behavior escalated as Byon’s learned about the other restraining orders, things off for good, but she said he stalked pregnancy carried on, she said, and his the felonies he’s been charged with, and the her until she sold her house and moved out actions eventually evolved from verbal Facebook group for his alleged victims. of state. attacks to physical. During one particularly She’d always been afraid to speak out “My life since Josiah has never been the nasty argument, Byon alleged that Johnstone against him—afraid that he’d come after same,” Walker wrote in a statement she pushed her up against a wall and choked her her and their daughter and afraid she’d be sent to New Times. “Up until the point he until she couldn’t breathe. When he finally judged for staying in an abusive relationship was arrested in Nevada, I was always living let go, she reached for her phone to call 911, as long as she did. in fear. … I don’t trust anyone anymore, but he intercepted and told her she’d lose her “But not anymore,” Byon wrote. “Today I particularly men. He is the reason I lock my baby if she reported him. So she never did. finally stand up and speak up and have no shame doors at night.” “I was just waiting for the time I could or anything anymore. I now know I’m not alone.” Pastor Garrett Kruse was granted a get away,” Byon wrote in a statement to She wants others to know they’re not restraining order on Sept. 1, 2017, according New Times. alone either. to court documents, after Johnstone allegedly About two months after the baby was born, attended a service at the Atascadero First Byon ended things with Johnstone, filed for Assembly of God church. Legal restraints a restraining order, and was granted full Shortly after the service, Kruse claimed At least six separate individuals have custody of their child. He didn’t fight it, and COVER continued page 12 been granted restraining orders against that’s the one thing he’s ever done that Byon
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Johnstone messaged the pastor a photo of Johnstone’s car vandalized with a note that read, “God Didn’t Make Fags,” which Johnstone said was left on his car during service at the church. Johnstone told Kruse that because of his own affiliation with the LGBTQ community, he was deeply offended. That initial conversation was followed by weeks of incessant and threatening messages and calls to the church, according to court documents, and a media frenzy allegedly ignited by Johnstone. Church leaders later deduced that Johnstone had written the note himself, according to cour documents. Another restraining order against Johnstone was granted to Amanda DeBello in September 2017, after Johnstone allegedly threatened to have a friend kill her horse, according to court documents. In 2018, Amelia Degenkolb also secured a restraining order against Johnstone after she responded to a Craigslist ad in which he claimed he’d been kicked out of his house and disowned by his Christian family for coming out as transgender. Degenkolb and her wife let Johnstone rent a room in their house, according to court documents, but were quickly put off by his aggressive way of butting in to their private lives. Eventually they discovered Johnstone’s criminal history and kicked him out. They slept in their cars and hotels just to avoid him until he finally left, according to court documents. Becky Heart also filed for and was granted a restraining order against Johnstone in May of this year, after her romantic relationship with Johnstone allegedly ended with him following through on a threat to have her fired from her job. Johnstone messaged Heart’s employer nude photographs she’d sent him during their relationship, according to allegations made in court documents, and pretended to be an angry and offended customer she’d sent them to unwarranted. Despite these court-validated complaints, Johnstone has faced few legal repercussions for his behavior. Many of his alleged victims blame the failings of the judicial system—including the ineffectiveness of restraining orders and the suppressing nature of the statutes of limitations. Others blame the stigma that often still surrounds situations of domestic and intimate partner violence and say more women would have reported Johnstone’s alleged crimes had they not feared judgement. Most, including Sarah Berkey, blame both.
Speaking out When Berkey started dating Johnstone in 2011, she had no idea that a month-and-a-halflong relationship could have consequences that would follow her for nearly a decade. But today she’s well aware of just how much damage one person can cause. Berkey was in her early 20s when she and a roommate started chatting with Johnstone online. All three had plans to attend the Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry, a religious school in Redding, and they’d been encouraged by the school’s administrators to connect with other incoming students before the year’s start.
They formed a friendship online, but The post was shared more than 200 too, and ended with several of her family Johnstone didn’t end up attending Bethel, times and garnered nearly 160 comments, members confiding to her that they didn’t and she didn’t hear much from him again many of which detailed situations in which like him. until October 2011, when Berkey said he Then, seemingly out of nowhere, Berkey Johnstone allegedly lied, stalked, harassed, reached out for solace during a rough patch. said Johnstone broke things off on Nov. 27, and conned dozens. He claimed to be going through an 2011. He told her he just didn’t see a future Reading through the comments, Berkey ugly divorce, a situation that resonated with her. felt for the first time that she wasn’t alone, with Berkey, who had also married and But the next day she found her phone that she wasn’t the only one who had suffered divorced young. overflowing with texts from him, some because of Johnstone. That post eventually led “I can help him through this,” she said she claiming he’d made a mistake, others her to the private Facebook group made up of thought. “I went through this.” demanding she stay away from him. She other alleged victims, where she met many of She and Johnstone started corresponding repeatedly told him she needed space, but the women following and actively involved in regularly. They had a connection, his criminal case. and he eventually asked her on a Since then, Berkey ‘My life since Josiah has never date. He was living in SLO County said, her emotions have been the same. Up until the point at the time, and Berkey said he been all over the place. offered to make the 430 mile onehe was arrested in Nevada, I was The realization that so way trek just to take her out for many people suffered always living in fear. … I don’t trust dinner. after her relationship anyone anymore, particularly The date was nothing short of with Johnstone brought men. He is the reason I lock my magical, and from then on they on devastating feelings of doors at night.’ —Tanya Walker dated exclusively. Soon Johnstone guilt. In hindsight, she said moved into a Redding apartment she wishes that she would the complex directly next to Berkey’s. Their have reported him to the police right after texts respective living spaces shared a fence. everything happened, but she was so afraid. kept coming. All was well until one day after class, When she looked into getting involved in the When she tried to forward a text of his to when Berkey found that her phone had current case against Johnstone, she discovered her mom and accidentally forwarded it right been bombarded with aggressive texts from she couldn’t. According to California law, back to him, he went ballistic. She said he Johnstone. She thought there had been harassment and stalking charges have to be threatened to call the police, to embarrass some kind of emergency, and she rushed brought forward within three years of the her at work, and to file a restraining order. out of school only to find him waiting in the offense taking place, and domestic violence That day she sent a lengthy email parking lot in her car, which she said he charges have to be filed within a year. detailing the situation to one of the pastors borrowed almost daily. Although proposed legislation, Senate Bill 273, at her school. Johnstone had landed a Johnstone, she said, was livid. would change the statute of limitations to five security job at Berkey’s school, and Berkey “Where were you?” Berkey said he asked. years in domestic violence cases, that doesn’t explained that she was worried his threat to Confused, she assured him she’d been in help Berkey now. file a restraining order could limit her access class. He asked what time class ended, and “Because I didn’t do anything then, I to school and church. Later, Berkey said she when she told him, he asked, “And what time can’t personally see justice served for what found out that Johnstone had never been is it?” She still remembers looking at the clock happened to me,” she said. “And that’s in the car and seeing that it was mere minutes hired to do security but had volunteered for maddening.” the unpaid position. Administrators told her past the time class had let out for the day. The fact that so many other women who’ve he’d made his uniform himself. “I didn’t even know what to say,” Berkey come forward are also barred by the statutes The alarming texts continued, and when told New Times. of limitations, and that Johnstone will likely Berkey blocked him, he contacted her friends be sentenced to less than five years in prison, She broke up with him on the spot, and family. He showed up at Berkey’s school but shortly after, Berkey said, Johnstone is just salt in the wound, Berkey said. and sat in the back of her classes, and reached out to apologize. He was adamant But good has come from joining the eventually he had to be escorted out. that the way he had acted wasn’t his fault. Facebook group, too. When he lost his security “job,” he told one He confessed to Berkey that he’d been After chatting with and meeting many of Berkey’s friends in a text, “This is now a tormented by something awful since he was of the others in the group, some of Berkey’s all out war,” according to copies of the texts a child: demonic spirits. feelings of shame have faded. She realized provided to New Times. She said Johnstone told her the spirits could after meeting the other women—who Berkey moved across town, but she said take over his mind and body and often forced she said are all amazing and caring and almost immediately Johnstone contacted one kind—that Johnstone didn’t go after her him to say and do things he didn’t want to. He of her friends to say that he knew Berkey’s sometimes faced physical attacks, Berkey said because she’s especially gullible or easily new address and that he and his “military he told her, and had the scratches to prove it. manipulated, but because she is kind and buddies” were on the way to “fuck [her] up.” Berkey said she isn’t religious at all caring, just like all the others in the group. Terrified, Berkey called the police. anymore, but at the time she was a true And while Berkey once felt so isolated and “Call us if he shows up,” Berkey said the believer. The ministry school she attended misunderstood because of her experience dispatcher told her. Her heart dropped. was heavily focused on the supernatural, and with Johnstone, she knows now that she’s “That to me was absolutely insane,” she Berkey said she even took a course on the not alone at all. Not even close. told New Times. demonic. Though she scoffs at his story now, “So then to actually be able to talk to Johnstone never did show up that night, but she really believed it then. people who’ve also experienced some of the for months after, Berkey cowered every time she exact same things, and heard the exact Her school had a “Transformation Center,” heard her phone buzz or a knock on the door. which was dedicated to ridding people of same lines,” she said, “it is good to talk to She looked into filing a restraining order, but spirits through intensive counseling and people who actually get it.” the process seemed daunting, and she figured a prayer. Berkey signed Johnstone up for a What’s more, Berkey is finally ready to piece of paper wouldn’t stop Johnstone. session there, but during a healing event have her story heard, she said, and to do Berkey eventually moved away from before his appointment, he appeared to whatever it takes to have Johnstone brought Redding, but she said Johnstone continued manifest a demonic spirit, behavior that to justice. included twitching, facial contorting, and some to stalk her online for years. Every time “I’m just so tired of being terrified,” she she blocked one of his social media accounts violent writhing on the ground, she said. said. “Enough is enough.” ∆ After that, Berkey said Johnstone claimed he’d make another using a different name. Occasionally, false accounts using her the spirit had left him. He told her he felt Contact Staff Writer Kasey Bubnash at identity would pop up, and her email address truly healthy for the first time in his life and kbubnash@newtimesslo.com. would be used to sign up for “disturbing wanted to get back together, so Berkey gave content,” activity Berkey assumes was him another chance. related to Johnstone. “And then that went to hell really quickly, “I was so terrified for so long,” she said. “I too,” she said. Reach out told a friend of mine that if I ever went missing Something was always off. • For information on or help with domestic and intimate partner violence situations, stalking, and or wound up dead to find Josiah Johnstone There was the time Johnstone said he harassment, including help obtaining a restraining because he would be the one who did it.” purchased a $300 malware software and order, visit standstrongnow.org or riseslo.org. Then, a few weeks ago—eight years installed it onto her computer without asking, • If you need emergency help in one of the after first dating Johnstone—Berkey saw then made her feel guilty for not paying him above situations, call the 24-hour crisis hotline a post about Johnstone on Facebook. It back. Later, after their final breakup, she at (855) 886-RISE (7473). was a SLO County Sheriff’s Office “Most received an email notification that her free trial • If you are interested in joining the private Facebook group for Josiah Johnstone’s alleged Wanted Wednesday” post from July 31, and for the software had ended. victims, contact Kasey Bubnash at kbubnash@ it read, “Josiah James Johnstone, 34, is There were also all the times he told her newtimesslo.com. wanted for failing to appear for stalking and he was in the Army and being deployed to threatening to commit a crime of violence Iraq, only to later say that he “got out of it.” which will result in death or great bodily When she brought Johnstone home to injury to another person.” Oregon for Thanksgiving, that went poorly,
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BY ERIK HUBER
California’s green Dear ‘sensitive energy scam receptors’ The government just wants control of energy production
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he definition of socialism is the government ownership, aka takeover, of the means of production. So take PG&E and the fact the environmentalists and the government have harassed them for the past 40 years. Diablo Canyon Power Plant opened in the 1980s. Environmentalists have pushed to stop clearing dead wood out of our forests for the past 40 years. No more firebreaks, no more clearing dead wood, no more controlled burning of brush by local citizens. Government regulations have been the reason good forest management practices have gone by the wayside. Enter 2017 and the monumental rainfall we received that year— which caused a state, already overgrown for decades, to grow even denser, with no firebreaks from one end of the state to the other. The result, fires up and down the state resulted in a monumental loss of lives and thousands of homes. Never in my lifetime have I seen so many homes destroyed. Never have I seen more citizens die as a result of forest fires.
The government restrictions on PG&E brush clearing undoubtedly contributed to PG&E’s failure to clear power lines from overgrowth. So who does state government blame for the devastating fires? Why, PG&E of course. Remember: Never let a good crisis go to waste! PG&E files for bankruptcy, and presto, Monterey Bay Community Power (MBCP) is here, a public agency, a middleman that does not produce power but purchases it from out-of-state power companies and sells it to us. Energy currently produced from carbon sources, which local politicians support while claiming our energy via MBCP will be cleaner! Hogwash! We are told California law mandates
Remember, government is inefficient and does not need to make a profit; they just raise rates or increase your taxes.
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we go with MBCP if local government decides to opt in, then we are forced to “opt out” of MBCP if we prefer to stay with PG&E. Once PG&E is out of the picture and MBCP has control, do you think our rates might increase? Do you think MBCP ENERGY SCAM continued page 15
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Anti-cannabis sentiments are rooted in bigotry
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eading the most recent “reefer madness” propaganda in New Times (“In need of change,” Oct. 10), it became evident that our local NIMBY watch group (arguing against land use rights) needs an education on the history of cannabis as a medicine in America and as a modern weapon of bigotry. I’m happy to oblige. Spanish colonists with trading ties to the African continent brought cannabis to New Spain for use as a holistic medicine, for its seeds, its oil,
later against African-American jazz musicians deemed a danger to society (aka white women). The notoriously racist head of the Narcotics Bureau, Harry Anslinger, used yellow journalism and other tools of white supremacy to terrify a largely ignorant and gullible America into the acceptance of unjustifiable federal drug laws and their incorporation into the UN charter. This nativist response to fear-mongering literally cursed the world with America’s multi-generational failure on cannabis policy despite the La Guardia Report (1944) fully discrediting the faux science. Following the hard-earned gains of the civil rights era, and despite the 1972 Schafer Commission Report (hidden
Despite U.S. government patents (6630507) on medical cannabis, cannabis possession is still the No. 1 point of entry into our overwhelmed prison system ... . and for hemp fibers to make rope. It was so critical to survival in the American colonies that cannabis could be grown to pay taxes. However, anti-Mexican sentiment in the wake of the MexicanAmerican War would instead transform this wondrous plant into a weapon of Anglo supremacy against “lazy, stupid, and loco” Mexican immigrants and
from the public by Richard Nixon) again disproving 1930s faux science, our ethically challenged president would use his Drug War not as a tool for public health, but as a disgraceful weapon against his political enemies. According to his domestic affairs ANTI-CANNABIS continued page 15
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executives will receive increasing salaries financed through future rate increases? Remember, government is inefficient and does not need to make a profit; they just raise rates or increase your taxes. Why does the state have an interest in entering the electric power business? Just how much revenue will the state receive for their part in this takeover? Do you understand now what socialism is? Government control of the means of production, in this case your electric power supply. We are now beginning to experience the full benefit of a socialist economy with power outages lasting for days where the supply of electricity cannot meet the demand. No power, just like Cuba or Venezuela. Is that what we want here? If government is concerned about our growing population, why aren’t they building dams to increase water storage and hydroelectric power, and encouraging PG&E to keep the Diablo Canyon Power Plant open? Why aren’t subsidies provided to encourage increased production of electric power generation? Government forced the closure of Diablo Canyon, blamed PG&E for the devastating fires that helped force PG&E into bankruptcy. Our government could care less if you have inexpensive reliable electric power; they want control over cost, production, and distribution of electrical power in the state. Do you think perhaps they knew full well the consequences of their actions would provide them the opportunity to take complete control of the state’s electric supply? Government is subsidizing the manufacture of electric cars, installing solar systems in homes and solar panels on every public building in the state, to include schools and parks. Solar systems on homes provide electricity to the grid, not to the homeowner. The energy produced is taken from the homeowner and sent to the grid, where it will be controlled and directed in accordance with government mandates. If homeowners want access to the electric power generated by their solar panels, they would need to install a battery system on their solar system at a cost of $5,000 per battery and the battery backup lasts only six to eight hours. PG&E public safety power shutoffs are scheduled to last days at a time. To combat this would require installation of a backup electric generator system costing from $1,000 for a portable generator to $8,500 for a whole house system to include installation of a safety switch panel. Our electric rates are rising because the government is in the process of taking control of electric power production and distribution. We are witnessing a government takeover of electric energy production and distribution. Do you really believe your electric energy costs will decrease as time goes on? The definition of socialism is government control of the means of production. Wake up, America! ∆
advisor John Ehrlichman: “The Nixon campaign in 1968, and the Nixon White House after that, had two enemies: the anti-war left and black people. You understand what I’m saying? We knew we couldn’t make it illegal to be either against the war or black, but by getting the public to associate the hippies with marijuana and blacks with heroin, and then criminalizing both heavily, we could disrupt those communities. We could arrest their leaders, raid their homes, break up their meetings, and vilify them night after night on the evening news. Did we know we were lying about the drugs? Of course we did.” Armed with modern tools of white supremacy and keenly aware of the abuses of Nixon, the Reagans happily went to work creating our mass incarceration system, circumventing the Bill of Rights, demonizing urban minority communities, and putting an end to any and all scientific research that might substantiate the validity of the La Guardia and Schafer reports. In fact, the DEA is still actively engaged in the obstruction of all independent science. Despite U.S. government patents (6630507) on medical cannabis, cannabis possession is still the No. 1 point of entry into our overwhelmed prison system, and the DEA still classifies cannabis as devoid of any medical use and deems it more dangerous than cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl. Despite legalization across half of America, as well as California, the consequences of simple possession still include: excessive punishment, suspension of Second Amendment and voting rights, wholesale violations of privacy rights, denial of the “full faith and credit” clause, denial of access to medical care and privacy, loss of parental rights and federal aid, the loss of jobs and housing, exposure to no-knock and warrantless militarized police entries, drug testing without due cause, as well as the typical exposure to public ridicule and bigotry. So when “sensitive receptors” talk about their “diminished rights” and arrogantly claim that the local cannabis cultivation is “fundamentally and innately incompatible with homes and businesses in rural, agricultural areas,” we all know precisely what they mean. ∆
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Shame and judgment I n one of his on-air rants, comedian Bill Maher suggested that “fat shaming” should be brought back. Not surprisingly, there was a lot of outraged push-back, but perhaps Maher has a point. And not just about fat-shaming, but about shaming generally. But, before you jump to the conclusion that I am one of those insufferably smug and annoying fitness scolds with the metabolism of a hummingbird, who you might find nibbling kale chips while jogging and hectoring strangers with unsolicited health advice, let me disclose up front that I am myself, well, “big boned” or “husky.” Hell, some might even say “stout.” OK, alright already then, “fat,” OK? I have thrown a few adoring glances in the direction of a cheeseburger or a flagon of ale, and I am sympathetic to those who may on occasion succumb to the siren song of junk food. So, I am not suggesting that the plump and portly should be targeted for ridicule and abuse, or pilloried in the public square for the smug amusement of the gaunt and self-satisfied. Still, being fat is not healthy, and it seems that we have taken the whole “nonjudgmental thing” to the extreme and to the point of being enabling. We live in strange times when social media “body-positive fashion influencers” demand that not only should their obesity be
overlooked, but that it must be celebrated as somehow desirable or “sexy.” We have recently witnessed demands that fantasy events like the Victoria’s Secret fashion show must now include fat models in order to be inclusive. Online, in this everyone-gets-a-trophy era, we are treated to the spectacle of grotesquely fat “influencers” displaying pictures of themselves scantily clothed or nude, and expecting to be praised as “sexy” or “brave” for this narcissistic display. And anyone who declines to praise this appalling spectacle, or who opines that it is not attractive, is denounced as a meanspirited “hater,” or worse, as “judgmental.” The old tale of the “Emperor Has No Clothes” has morphed into a troubling tangent. Let’s be honest. Do you truly want to see me in a Speedo strutting my stuff on the sands of Pismo Beach? Or would you rather that I remain modestly draped, and these influencers stay shrouded in their muumuus? These strident demands for affirmation are just seeking an Orwellian fiction. No one really finds these people attractive or sexy. They just maintain the fiction because it is socially expected, and they will be criticized for shaming if they don’t. Sort of being “shaming shamed,” if you will (things can get pretty complicated when you are militantly nonjudgmental).
Perhaps, as Maher suggests, the concept of “shame” should be revisited to discourage undesirable behaviors. Consider unwed motherhood. When I was growing up long ago, there was a lot of shame associated with getting pregnant out of wedlock. We had the now-quaint institution of the “home for unwed mothers” to which pregnant girls would disappear until after they delivered their baby. Cruel? Certainly, but that is what made it effective in discouraging teenage motherhood. With all the social pathology associated with single-parent homes, perhaps the comeback of such shame might be beneficial in reducing the number of such births and the associated suffering. Smoking is an example of a behavior that has been effectively shamed. Increasingly, smokers are seen as, at best, weak victims of self-destructive behavior who are exiled to patios and sidewalks, where they huddle in wretched knots of self-loathing addicts and get their shameful “fix.” And there is no shortage of militantly self-righteous anti-smokers to remind them of their transgression. Drug addiction? While the fashionable current narrative of the opiate epidemic is that the addicts are the hapless victims of giant pharmaceutical companies who are somehow forcing them to take these drugs, if we are honest with ourselves, we
will admit that drug addiction is usually not something that you just “catch” like the flu. It involves choices. Choices that might be discouraged by social shaming, rather than celebrated. Certainly, some shaming is still widely endorsed. For example, consider racial bigotry, or at least the overt displays of it. In older times, racism was routinely expressed, and racial slurs like the “N-word” casually used. These days, in reasonably educated circles at least, using racial slurs is seen as ignorant behavior, so that the speaker would be shamed as “low-class,” and not someone whom others would emulate. True, while this social inhibition may be superficial and might not reflect the true feelings of the individual, having the wider society adopt such cultural mores is a step in the right direction, and hopefully hearts will follow. We have become too nonjudgmental, and the power of shaming could be utilized as it was in earlier times. We humans are social animals and seek the admiration of others, or to at least avoid their scorn. Rather than enabling self-destructive or undesirable behaviors trying to be “kind,” or using the heavy hand of the law to penalize them, we should try unleashing social approbation on those behaviors we wish to discourage. ∆ John Donegan is a retired attorney who lives in Pismo Beach, and rants on the issues of the day at every opportunity. Send your thoughts through the editor at clanham@newtimesslo.com.
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s Mark Twain said, “Whiskey is for drinking, water is for fighting,” and the various participants in the ongoing Paso Robles Water Basin fight ought to think about gathering ’round the same table, cracking open a bottle of Jack Daniels’ Old No. 7, and seeing if they can reach a consensus before the state of California steps in and decides what’s best for them. If you haven’t been following along at home, water’s mighty scarce up in the North County’s 780-square-mile, muchdepleted aquifer. Maybe it’s because Paso Robles’ population grew from 19,500 people in 1990 to 32,000 by 2018, or maybe it’s because grape crops grew from 8,150 acres to 42,855 acres in the same time frame. Oh, who am I kidding? Of course it’s because of the grapes! That’s 525 percent more thirsty, thirsty grapes. Oh my! But let’s not forget our eight-year drought that supposedly ended earlier this year … not. In 2013, this people-grapes-drought trifecta led the SLO County Board of Supervisors to place a moratorium on new irrigation, but that didn’t work. (No surprise there!) Then, the state passed the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), which requires the county to figure out how to stop over-pumping that basin. Then, shenanigans ensued, including
a county supervisors’ vote to exclude the Estrella-El Pomar-Creston (EPC) Water District from a seat at the SGMA table. Recently, the California State Board of Food and Agriculture chided the county, suggesting that its SGMA committee should be seeking more input from local ag interests like EPC. Then, 1st District Supe John Peschong and 4th District Supe Debbie Arnold had to defend their decision to exclude EPC, citing low “public trust” and the “scary” prospect of letting commercial ag have too much influence. Then, the EPC shot back saying the state’s letter was proof that excluding them was a “bad decision.” Whew. I need a drink, anyone else? I’m probably skipping over a bunch more shenanigans, but who cares? The point is this is a big fat mess, and time is limited. Shouldn’t all the stakeholders have a seat at the table? Shouldn’t they all have a chance to offer their biased input, air their NIMBY grievances, and come to some kind of unfulfilling compromise? That’s democracy at it’s finest, everyone. The bottom line is there’s not enough water up there to satisfy the needs of everyone. There simply isn’t. If there’s a solution that doesn’t leave every single
stakeholder clasping their chapped hide, the solution won’t be fair. As Mark Twain also said, “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” I suggest all stakeholders put down their pitchforks, pick up their whiskey glasses, and toast to an imperfect, ass-chapping solution everyone can be unhappy with. You know who else is fighting about water, or at least how to deal with poopy water? You guessed it! Morro Bay! Holy hell. They fought about locations for this state-mandated new wastewater facility for years—and now that the city is actually moving forward with something, a handful of citizens who formed into groups of acronyms still just won’t quit. In one corner, we’ve got CAL, or the Citizens for “Affordable” Living, who’s name doesn’t even make sense. They think that further delaying the already costly project will make it cheaper (fat chance!). They argue the problem is the South Bay Boulevard site, which they say is too expensive and will end up polluting the estuary. Plus they say the city gave a “sweetheart” deal to Tri-W Corporation to build the sewer and develop the accompanying property around it. Then there’s HFEJ, or Home Front Environmental Justice, another aptly named opponent to the project. Uh, hey guys? The California Coastal Commission said the current plant needed to go because of environmental concerns. Anyway, HFEJ got real butt-hurt when New Times published the city’s position: “Slowing down the project or changing
its location could also jeopardize millions of dollars in federal and state funding. Morro Bay’s current sewage plant doesn’t comply with state requirements, and the Regional Water Quality Control Board mandated the city to construct a new wastewater treatment facility at an inland location by 2023. If the city doesn’t meet that deadline, the agency could fine Morro Bay $50,000 per month.” “For the record,” said HFEJ’s Marla Jo Sadowski, “I do not concur with the representation made in it.” Oh no! Should we run a retraction? Really? Which part and why? Won’t changing locations and starting from square one require new plans and environmental impact reports? Don’t federal and state grants come with a time limit? Didn’t the state’s Regional Water Quality Control Board flat-out say get this built by 2023 or else cha-ching? I love a grassroots movement as much as the next shredder, but at some point you have to stop whining and face the fact that this has to happen. Starting over— Again!—under the guise of “saving” money will actually cost more. Morro Bay’s foot-dragging already proved this. The site for the new plant is settled and was approved by the damn California Coastal Commission, people! And they don’t really approve much of anything. Don’t forget, everybody poops. Even grassroots activists. ∆ The Shredder doesn’t poop because it’s a machine! #skynetrules. Send ideas and comments to shredder@newtimesslo.com.
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The Performing Arts Center in SLO presents the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet on Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 7:30 to 10 p.m. The company’s dancers and choreographers combine European and American aesthetic sensibilities to create this unique dance show. Admission ranges from $28 to $58. Call (805) 756-4849 or visit pacslo. org for tickets and more info. —Caleb Wiseblood
SPECIAL EVENTS NORTH SLO COU NT Y
32ND ANNUAL COUNTRY FAIRE AND FLEA MARKET Features vendors and food, including home made desserts for sale. Live music by Nick Brittan. Oct. 27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 805-472-2070. hesperiahall. org/calendar.html. Hesperia Hall, 51602 Hesperia Hall Road, Bradley.
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS Blessing of the animals in the Episcopal tradition. Everyone is welcome to join in this joyous service. Oct. 27, 9-10 a.m. Free will offering. 805-466-0379. stlukesatascadero.org. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 5318 Palma Avenue, Atascadero.
CENTRAL COAST WEAVERS 13TH ANNUAL SALE AND GUILD SHOWCASE A once a year opportunity to shop for the county’s finest handwoven and handcrafted items. Nov. 1, 3-7 p.m., Nov. 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Nov. 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Varies. 805438-5501. centralcoastweavers.org. Strawbale Barn Weaving Studio, 9156 Santa Margarita Rd, Atascadero.
GOLDEN OAK HONEY AND PUMPKIN FESTIVAL Features seminars on honey, beekeeping, yoga, health, and vendors of all types. Oct. 26, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission. 805-238-4103. pasoroblesdowntown.org. Downtown City Park, 11th and Spring St., Paso Robles.
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DALLIDET GARDEN SOUP TASTING Taste 5 savory and 2 dessert soups made from Dallidet Garden vegetables and fruits. Oct. 27, 1-4 p.m. $30. 805543-0638. historycenterslo.org/soup-tasting. html. Dallidet Adobe and Gardens, 1185 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
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TOSS FOR A CAUSE: CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT A Halloween-inspired cornhole tournament and allyou-can-eat pizza buffet. Portion of the proceeds go to benefi t Broncos Boosters. Oct. 25, 5-7:30 p.m. cambriapineslodge.com. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200.
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SUNDAY BINGO Atascadero Elks Bingo is played on the first Sunday of every month. The public is welcome. Nov. 3, 12-4 p.m. $15. 805-466-3557. Atascadero Elks Lodge, 1516 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
SLO WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S More than 500 people are expected at this year’s walk, with a fundraising goal in excess of $180,000. Oct. 26, 9:30 a.m. alz.org. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 781-8220.
SOUPABRATION An annual fundraiser for local nonprofi t Pacific Wildlife Care, the area’s only licensed rehabilitation center that cares for injured birds, mammals, and reptiles. The event includes 25 restaurants competing for best soup, a silent auction, animal ambassadors, wine and soup tastings, and more. Nov. 3, 1-4 p.m. $65. 805-305-0579. eventbrite.com/. Avila Beach Golf Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Rd., Avila Beach.
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BETH DAVID ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT This is a “duffers” tournament so no previous golfing experience is required. Nov. 3, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. $50. 805544-0760. Laguna Lake Golf Course, 11175 Los Osos Valley Rd, San Luis Obispo.
ECHOES OF THE PECHO COAST The Pecho Coast has seen many of the modes of life that exemplify the Central Coast experience. Join us in celebrating our county’s history and you too will hear the Echoes of the Pecho. Features special guest speaker John Lindsey. Oct. 25, 5-8:30 p.m. $125. 805-543-0638. historycenterslo.org/gala.html. King David’s Lodge, 859 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo. SOUTH COAST SLO COU NT Y
FALL HARVEST SPAGHETTI DINNER/BINGO NIGHT Enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner with salad, garlic bread, and dessert followed by Bingo. Nov. 1, 6-8:30 p.m. $10. 805-627-1997. avilabeachcc.com/. Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., Avila Beach.
OKTOBERFEST Free tree seedlings give away at Oktoberfest in Baywood Park. Join Greening Los Osos at the annual Oktoberfest Event to get your free native tree seedling with instructions and an informational brochure. Oct. 27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 805-813-0374. Los Osos/ Baywood Park, 2nd St., Los Osos.
Glen Organic Apple Farm and Coastal San Luis RCD are co-hosting a demonstration event where they’ll be applying compost. Oct. 25, 8:30-11 a.m. Free. 805-772-4391. Avila Valley Barn, 560 Avila Beach Drive, Avila Beach.
CAMBRIA SCARECROW FESTIVAL A communitywide event with hundreds of scarecrows bowling, bathing, painting, pedaling, fishing, and fl ying through Cambria, San Simeon, and Harmony. Through Oct. 31 Free; special events may vary. 805-395-2399. cambriascarecrows.com. Cambria Scarecrow Fest, Citywide, Cambria.
KIDS HALLOWEEN PARTY AND MOVIE Enjoy pumpkin painting, a costume contest with prizes, games, trick or treating, and a movie screening. Oct. 26, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-924-3353. moonstonehotels. com. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria.
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THE HAUNT IN ATASCADERO This haunted house attraction functions through more than 90 actors, makeup artists, and technicians. Show times vary throughout the month. Check site for full schedule. Through Oct. 31 thehauntinatascadero.com/. The Haunt, 5805 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 805-221-5084.
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New Times and the Sun now share their community listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running from SLO County through northern Santa Barbara County. Submit events online by logging in with your Google, Facebook, or Twitter account at newtimesslo.com. You may also email calendar@ newtimesslo.com. Deadline is one week before the issue date on Thursdays. Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood directly at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.
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INDEX Special Events ..........[20] Arts ............................ [21] Culture & Lifestyle.......[23] Food & Drink..............[27] Music .........................[28]
are invited to bring their families to trick-or-treat and celebrate the holiday at Sherwood Dog Park. Costumes are encouraged but optional. Free refreshments offered. Proceeds benefit Sherwood Dog Park, a non-profit organization. Oct. 26, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free; $10 donation for family photo. 805-239-9326. parks4pups.org/events. Sherwood Dog Park, 290 Scott St., Paso Robles.
SAFE AND FUN HALLOWEEN DOWNTOWN: PASO ROBLES Enjoy witch photos, dance demonstrations, trick-or-treating, hot dogs, and more during this family-friendly event. Oct. 31, 4-7 p.m. Free. 805-238-4103. pasoroblesdowntown.org. Downtown City Park, 11th and Spring St., Paso Robles.
ZOO BOO AT THE CHARLES PADDOCK ZOO Enjoy Halloween decorations throughout the Zoo, carnival games, a costume contest, Halloween activities, a Haunted House, and more. Oct. 26, 5-8:30 p.m. $9-$10; ages 2 and under free. 805-461-5080. visitatascadero.com/events/index.php?id=54. Charles Paddock Zoo, 9100 Morro Rd., Atascadero.
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AERIALWEEN Enjoy a haunting performance for the whole family, featuring skeletons, spiders, rag dolls, and other spooky characters as they dance near the ceiling on aerial silks, hoops, straps, and more. Oct. 25, 7-8:30 p.m. and Oct. 26, 7-8:30 p.m. $20 (cash only, at the door). 805-549-6417. levityacademy.com. Levity Academy, 207 Suburban Rd., San Luis Obispo.
HALLOWEEN AT THE ELKS A free haunted house and carnival. Food will be available for purchase. Oct. 25, 6-9:30 p.m. and Oct. 26, 4-5 & 5-9 p.m. Free. SLO Elks Lodge, 222 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo.
LUNA RED’S NOCHE DE LOS MUERTOS PARTY Join Luna Red for their Noche De Los Muertos Party with live music from B and the Hive, DJ, a face painter, photo booth, and more. Nov. 1, 8:30 p.m. $5 cover charge. 805-540-5243. bit.ly/nochemuertos. Luna Red, 1023 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.
RAKU AND A HOLIDAY POTTERY SALE Meet our Feature Raku artist David Tombs and the Central Coast Raku Potters. There will be Pottery for sale for the holidays. Also features live music and treats. Nov. 1, 5-8:30 p.m. $45. 805-896-6197. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
TECH-TACULAR HALLOWEEN PARTY Get ready for a tech-tacular evening of superstitions and primal fears. This fundraising event will showcase innovative works by digital artists. Festive dress encouraged. Entry includes food and bar ticket. Oct. 25, 7-10 p.m. $20 per adult
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SPECIAL EVENTS from page 20 online; $25 at the door; $10 for students (18+). 805543-8562. sloma.org/product/superstitions/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
TRADITIONAL PROCESSION ON DAY OF THE DEAD Participate in a soulful, traditional procession, which begins with light snacks and drinks. Procession lead by Wilshire Hospice musicians playing traditional music. Costumes encouraged. Nov. 1, 6-7 p.m. 805-5477025. diadelosmuertosSLO.org. HumanKind Fair Trade, 982 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
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32ND ANNUAL PUMPKINS IN THE PARK Includes pumpkin decorating, games, crafts, bounce houses, and costume contests. Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805773-7063. pismobeach.org/. Dinosaur Caves Park, 2701 Price St, Pismo Beach.
DANA CAFE: TAMALE MAKE AND TAKE A handson class that will teach you the basic steps to make traditional Mexican style tamales. All ingredients and equipment will be provided. Nov. 2, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $50. 805-929-5679. danaadobe.org. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo.
GHOST STORIES: A TELLING OF THE BLOODY ‘50S BANDITS This 40-minute experience invites visitors to travel back in time and be witnesses to the infamous bandit raid of the historic Adobe. Oct. 25, 6:30-8:45 p.m., Oct. 26, 6-8:45 p.m. and Oct. 27, 6-8:45 p.m. $10-$15; no children under 7. 805-9295679. danaadobe.org. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo.
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL AND MOVIE NIGHT Enjoy carnival games, a costume contest, a movie screening, and more during this Halloween event. Oct. 25, 4-10 p.m. $5 per person; free parking. 805-595-4000. events. avilabeachresort.com. Avila Beach Golf Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Rd., Avila Beach.
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AFRICAN DANCE Enjoy instruction to the beat of live drumming. Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. $10 drop in. 805-
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459-6317. afrodance.net/. Omni Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.
COLORING CLUB FOR ADULTS Rediscover the childhood pleasure of coloring. Registration required. Last Thursday of every month, 4-5 p.m. through Oct. 31 Free. 805-927-4336. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria.
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HERBAL MEDICINES FOR COUGH AND COLDS Join Dr. Anne Kennard as she shares remedies for different types of cough and how to reduce or eliminate the time you spend feeling crummy with a cold. Ease your cold and cough with prepared teas, tinctures, and glycerides made especially for you. Oct. 25, 6-8 p.m. $55-$65. 805-541-1400. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.
MEET THE MASTERS: CHILDREN’S ART CLASSES For students K-6. Nov. 2, 9 a.m.4 p.m. $20 per session; preregistration is required. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay. org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
PAINTING THE INNER AND OUTER LANDSCAPE WITH ADAM WOLPERT This workshop will invite
NEEDLED FELT AND FIBER LANDSCAPE PAINTING Instructor Debbie Gedayloo
both intermediate and experienced painters to immerse themselves in landscape painting. Oct. 29, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Oct. 31, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $300-$325; plein air easels required. 805-5438562. sloma.org/product/painting-the-inner-and-outerlandscape/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
will demonstrate a new twist on felting and fiber-painting. Students will be creating individual landscapes using wool, yarn, string, beads, shells, and more. Oct. 25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Oct. 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $220-$225. (805) 772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
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QUICK STUDIES IN CLAY Learn techniques to sculpt a whole figure or a torso using waterbased clay. Nov. 1, 1-4 p.m. $120-$125. 805772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
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INTERMEDIATE DRAWING TUTORIAL WITH LURY NORRIS If you’ve got some drawing ability and want to expand your drawing experience, improve your ability, or perfect your accuracy, this is the class for you. Oct. 31, 3:30-5 p.m. $20. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.
AFTER-SCHOOL ART WORKSHOP (AGES 5-6)
POT OFF THE PRESS
Anam Cre Pottery Studio in SLO hosts its Holiday Pottery Sale on Friday, Nov. 1, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. The event features live entertainment, snacks, and an interactive pottery demo hosted by David Tombs and the Central Coast Raku Potters. Admission is $45. Call (805) 896-6197 or visit anamcre.com to find out more. —C.W.
JUST EYES WITH LURY NORRIS Come spend an afternoon learning how to draw soulful eyes. Lury Norris, the queen of eyes, shows you the tricks of the trade to capture really penetrating eyes in your drawings. Oct. 26, 1-6 p.m. $60. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark. org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. PAINT BAR: CORPSE BRIDE Join Jami Ray and Josh Talbot on the dark side for a Corpse Bride inspired paint bar. Oct. 27, 4-6 p.m. Tooth and Nail Winery, 3090 Anderson Rd., Paso Robles, 805-369-6100, rabblewine. com/tasting-room/.
VS. TUESDAY, OCT. 29 @ 7 PM MOTT ATHLETICS CENTER
a.m.-noon Free for PRAA members/$5 for non-members. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.
Each session will cover different mediums and subjects. Registration is required prior to attendance. Mondays, 3:15-4:45 p.m. $100. 805-668-2125. lila.community. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.
AFTER-SCHOOL ART WORKSHOPS (AGES 7-12) 2-5 week sessions available. Register online, call, or email to reserve. Tuesdays, 3:15-4:45 p.m. $50-$120 per session. 805-668-2125. lila.community/ lilacreativecommunityworkshops/schedules/new-afterschool-workshops. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.
SPECIAL ART EVENTS
PAINTING WITH LIGHT USING THE CAMERA ALWAYS WITH YOU Made possible in part by the
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California Arts Council, Deprise Brescia, and Arts Obispo. A workshop for Veterans on how to create art with your smartphone. Oct. 26, 2:30-6:30 p.m. Free for Veterans. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.
PRAA SPLASHING PAINT WITH THE PAINTERS’ GUILD Painters of every media meet and paint together,
ART TALK: A TALENT ECLIPSED Tess Wright will talk about the important work of painter lee Krasner and her relationship with her more famous husband Jackson Pollock. Oct. 27, 2-4 p.m. Free for members, $3 nonmembers. 805-927-3291. cambriacenterforthearts.org. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.
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Squid Dissection Saturdays OCT. 26, NOV. 30, DEC. 28, JAN. 25, FEB. 29 Central Coast Aquarium
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Set your 2020 Goals, Set yourself up for Success FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 San Luis Obispo Country Club
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SLO Tease Burlesque Presents: A Night at the Movies FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8 South Bay Community Center
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2019 Central Coast Economic Forecast FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Alex Madonna Expo Center
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12 Angry Men – Readers Theatre SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Santa Maria Civic Theatre
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Best of Paso Robles FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Thomas Hill Organics
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ARTS from page 21 County of SLO Public Library system’s centennial, the Cambria Library will be showing a different classic film from the previous century every last Thursday. Last Thursday of every month, 3:15-5 p.m. through Oct. 31 Free. 805-927-4336. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria.
LET’S TALK! Enjoy a TED Talk or hear a speaker in person. A wide variety of interesting topics will be covered throughout the series. Each session is followed by a gently moderated discussion. Fourth Friday of every month, 1-2:30 p.m. Free. 805-995-3312. Cayucos Library, 310 B. St., Cayucos.
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ART AFTER DARK PASO Unites visual, literary, and performing artists with the community and participating venues. Visit site for full list of programs and events. First Saturday of every month, 6-9 p.m. 805-544-9251. artsobispo.org. Participating locations, Paso Robles, City-wide.
LIVING HISTORY: PECHO RANCH IN 1919 Tour the Spooner Ranch House with Katie Spooner to discover the making of the Pecho Ranch and learn about Spooner family history. Oct. 24, 11 a.m.-noon Free. 805-5280513. Montaña de Oro, 3550 Pecho Valley Rd, Los Osos.
COLLECTING CALIFORNIA WITH SCOT LEVITT Join Studios on the Park for an exclusive and expert review of California Impressionists: The Masters and The Greats They Inspire. Oct. 24, 6-9 p.m. Free; optional dinner starting at $95. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark. org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.
HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE CASTLE For ages 21 and over only. Best costume winner takes homes a prize. Oct. 25, 7-10 p.m. Tooth and Nail Winery, 3090 Anderson Rd., Paso Robles, 805-369-6100, rabblewine. com/tasting-room/. SAN LUIS OBISPO
DRACULA (1931) FILM SCREENING WITH PHILIP GLASS SCORE Join us for a spooky screening sponsored by the SLO Film Fest, Vitalant Blood Services, and the Coastal Awakening at SLO Brew Rock. Oct. 27, 6-9:30 p.m. $15/$12 Students. slofilmfest.org/dracula/. SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo, 209-417-7748.
ART AFTER DARK SLO Unites visual, literary, and performing artists with the community and participating venues. Visit site for full list of programs and events. First Friday of every month, 6-9 p.m. 805544-9251. artsobispo.org. SLO County, Countywide, San Luis Obispo. SOUTH COAST SLO COU NT Y
JAZZ JUBILEE BY THE SEA A world-class jazz festival featuring traditional jazz, New Orleans, swing, big band and zydeco. Oct. 25-27 PismoJazz.com. Pismo Veterans Memorial Hall, 780 Bello St., Pismo Beach.
EXHIBITS
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MORRO BAY METAPHYSICIANS Explore the history of metaphysics with a different topic each week. Led by Tobey White Heart Crockett. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. $10-$20 suggested donation. 805-772-2880. facebook.com/ groups/MBMetaphysicians. Coalesce Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.
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CITIZENSHIP CLASS To prepare for the citizenship
EYE SEE YOU
Studios on the Park in Paso Robles hosts Just Eyes on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 1 to 6 p.m. Participants will learn how to draw penetrating, soulful eyes during this workshop from instructor Lucy Norris. Admission to the class is $60. Call (805) 238-9800 or visit studiosonthepark.org to find out more. —C.W. by 7 artists: Michael Messina, Jane Russell, Kabe Russell, Cynthia Kevorkian, Dennis Jackson, Denise Schryver, and Marie Ramey. ongoing Varies. 805-466-3684. ärt/, 5806 Traffic Way, Atascadero.
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OPENING RECEPTION: MOHAMAD HAFEZ A Syrian artist and architect, Mohamad Hafez was born in Damascus, raised in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and educated in the Midwestern United States. Hafez creates surrealistic Middle Eastern streetscapes that are architectural in their appearance yet politically charged in their content. Oct. 24, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Free. 805564-3202. Harold J. Miossi Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, cuesta.edu/student/campuslife/artgallery/.
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DEATHTRAP SLO REP is proud to present Ira Levin’s ingenious comic thriller. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7-9 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, 2-4 p.m. through Nov. 17 $20-$37. 805-786-2440. slorep.org/shows/deathtrap/. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET A European sensibility glossed with American ebullience forges ASFB’s aesthetic. Oct. 29, 7:30-10 p.m. $28-$58. 805-7564849. pacslo.org/online/article/aspensantafe19. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.
photography and watercolors by Patti Everett. Fresh views of local beaches and oceans in sublime colors, mood, and texture. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 1-4 p.m. through Nov. 20 Free. 805-995-2049. cayucosart.org. Cayucos Community Art Gallery, 10 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos.
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IMPROV COMEDY NIGHT Featuring The Central Coast Comedy Theater Cast performing live, improvised comedy. Check out the new bar and awesome specials while you laugh. Oct. 26, 7-9 p.m. centralcoastcomedytheater.com. Monterey St. Market, 1234 Monterey Street, #120, San Luis Obispo, 805-548-8515.
Featuring fine art oils and pastels from Corynn Wolf, acrylics from Ryan Adams, and works from various mediums by Marc Wolf ongoing Free. 805-7736563. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach, puffersofpismo.com/.
INTRO TO IMPROV COMEDY CLASSES All intro courses taught by CCCT owner, Sabrina Pratt. Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. $225 for all 6 weeks. 805-2423109. centralcoastcomedytheater.com. Tigerlily Salon Studio, 659 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
DAVID KREITZER: FINE ART OPEN STUDIOS
WORLD WAR II EXHIBIT An exhibit to honor Veterans
LYSISTRATA AT CAL POLY A bold, bawdy, comedic
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BY THE SEA: NEW PHOTOGRAPHY AND WATERCOLORS BY PATTI EVERETT Features new
Featuring water, landscape, figure, fantasy and floral works. Collectors of Kreitzer’s works include Howard and Roberta Ahmanson, Michael Douglas, Ray Bradbury, Robert Takken, and Jane Hind. Sundays, 12-6 p.m. Varies. 805-234-2048. kreitzerArt.com. Kreitzer Fine Art and Voice Studios, 1442 12th St., Los Osos.
MBAA 2019 ANNUAL JURIED EXHIBIT This event
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of World War II featuring paintings by Milford Zornes and Millard Sheets, who were official artists for the U.S. military in the China-Burma-India theatre of war. Through Nov. 11, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $5, free for DANA members and children under 12. (805) 929-5679. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo, danaadobe.org.
is a collective of exceptional paintings and includes internationally acclaimed artists. Award-winning artist Dennis Curry serves as judge. Also featured is the threedimensional art of Guyla Amyx. Through Oct. 28, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
CALLS FOR ARTISTS
PAINTINGS OF CLAUDIA SOLOMON Claudia
of a collective of exceptional paintings, photography and fine crafts, spanning a variety of artistic mediums from traditional to contemporary. Through Oct. 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $5-$10 per entry. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
Solomon’s impressive range of oil and acrylic paintings will be up at Cambria Library. Tuesdays-Saturdays, midnight-5 p.m. through Oct. 30 Free. 805-927-4336. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria.
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CALL FOR ARTISTS: 2019 ANNUAL WINTER FAIRE AND JURIED CRAFT SHOW Become part
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2019 NORTH COUNTY STAFF ART To kick off
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the school year, the new SLOCOE Gallery presents a showcase of the talent that teaches their students everyday. Through Nov. 3, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-2389800. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org.
CALL TO ARTISTS Now accepting proposals for solo
CALIFORNIA IMPRESSIONISTS: THE MASTERS AND THE GREATS THEY INSPIRE With an aim
Linnaea’s Cafe in downtown SLO is currently interviewing local artists for monthly exhibits in 2020. Every 7 days, noon 805-541-5888. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden St., San Luis Obispo, linnaeas.com/.
to connect the great and timeless legacy of historic California Plein Air art to the 21st Century, Studios on the Park presents this exhibit. Through Nov. 17, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.
HARVEST HUES Award-winning photographers Deb Hofstetter and Dean Crawford Jr. bring the colors of harvest on the Central Coast to Studio 4. Through Nov. 30, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark. org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.
SEVEN UP: NEW WORK BY 7 ARTISTS New work
KEEP ME WILD! UUCC and the Friends of the Fiscalini Ranch Preserve are pleased to host a special presentation by Jason Chance and Richard Roodzant, from the CA Dept of Fish and Wildlife Wardens. Oct. 24, 5-6 p.m. Free. Unitarian Universalist Church, 786 Arlington, Cambria, 805-395-4055.
CENTENNIAL FILM FESTIVAL To celebrate the
and group art exhibits in established gallery. Through Dec. 30 805-542-9000. Frame Works, 339 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo, sloart.com.
LINNAEA’S CAFE SEEKING ARTISTS FOR 2020
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HARVEY Presented by the Cambria Center for the Arts Theatre. Nov. 2-24 Cambria Center for the Arts Theatre, 1350 Main St., Cambria, 805-927-8190, cambriacenterforthearts.org/theatre/.
romp that is ripe for our current times. Oct. 31, 8-9 p.m., Nov. 1, 8-9 p.m., Nov. 2, 8-9 p.m. and Nov. 3, 2-3 p.m. $12-$20. 805-756-4849. Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
LYSISTRATA AT CAL POLY-SAN LUIS OBISPO Call it the premiere “make-love-not-war” play, Lysistrata by Aristophanes, first performed in 411 BCE, is a bold, bawdy, comedic romp that is ripe for our current times. Ages 13 & Up recommended. Oct. 31, 8-9:30 p.m., Nov. 1, 8-9:30 p.m., Nov. 2, 8-9:30 p.m. and Nov. 3, 2-3:30 p.m. $12-$20. 805-756-4849. Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
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DRAC IN THE SADDLE AGAIN: A VAMPIRE’S WESTERN The un-dead Dracula of Transylvania (Jeff Salsbury), hops on the stagecoach to Tombstone, Arizona where he meets a cast of crazy characters. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7-9:30 p.m. through Nov. 17 $23-$26. 805-489-2499. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.
DRAC IN THE SADDLE AGAIN: A VAMPIRE’S WESTERN The Great American Melodrama rings in the fall season with this hilarious spoof. Sundays, 6-8:30 p.m. through Nov. 17 $23-$30. 805-489-2499. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.
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E-DEVICE HELP Please sign up in advance. Thursdays, 8:30-10 a.m. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.
exam. No registration required. Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m. Free. 805-781-5783. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.
HISTORIC HALLOWEEN HIKE: SAN LUIS OBISPO CEMETERY Guided stroll past gravesites of pioneers like Angel Murray, Civil War vets, and to the landmark pyramid. Hear the compelling stories of the founders of San Luis Obispo. Oct. 27, 2-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-5490355. sierraclub.org/santa-lucia. San Luis Cemetery, 2890 S. Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
LEARN FRENCH WHILE SPEAKING ENGLISH For beginners; adults and mature kids welcome. Oct. 27, 2:30-4 p.m. Free. 805-225-1270. Coastal Peaks Coffee, 3566 S. Higuera St. #100, San Luis Obispo. WOODS HUMANE SOCIETY PROGRAM Woods Humane Society’s Education department will be here to educate teens on pet overpopulation, abuse, neglect and other animal welfare issues. For grades 6-12. Oct. 24, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805-781-5775. slolibrary.evanced.info/ signup/Calendar. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.
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POINT SLO LIGHTHOUSE TOURS Docents lead guests on a one-hour tour of the historic site, the buildings, and up to the Lighthouse tower. Please arrive 15 minutes early. All proceeds go directly toward the site’s restoration. Wednesdays, 12 & 1 p.m. and Saturdays, 12, 1 & 2 p.m. $17-$22. 805-540-5771. pointsanluislighthouse.org. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach. SOUTH COUNTY POETRY An open mic follows each month’s featured poet. Fourth Sunday of every month, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-473-2416. South County Poetry, The Red Dirt Coffee House, 1452 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande.
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SOCRATES: WEEKLY DISCUSSION A weekly discussion group to discuss current and interesting topics. Politics and religion are not discussed. Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon Free. coalescebookstore. com. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-772-2880.
SURFSIDE TENNIS CLUB Saturdays, 9 a.m. Free the first month; $30 per year afterwards. surfsidetennisclub. teamopolis.com. Morro Bay High School, 235 Atascadero Rd., Morro Bay, 805-771-1845. SAN LUIS OBISPO
CENTRAL COAST WATERCOLOR SOCIETY ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING AND SHOW Features a potluck and one-night members-only show. Paintings will be juried by attendees, and prizes will be awarded. Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-439-0295. ccwsart.com. SLO United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo.
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NIPOMO SENIOR CENTER The center is open five days a week; closed on weekends and holidays. Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 805-929-1615. Nipomo Senior Center, 200 E. Dana St., Nipomo.
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GENERAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP (SOUTH COUNTY) Hospice SLO County is offering this support group for those grieving the death of a loved one. Held in the Church Care Center. Drop-ins welcome. Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org. New Life Pismo, 990 James Way, Pismo Beach.
SPOUSE AND PARTNER LOSS SUPPORT GROUP (SOUTH COUNTY) A Hospice SLO support group for those grieving the loss of a partner or spouse. Held in Room 16. Drop-ins welcome. Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo. org. New Life Pismo, 990 James Way, Pismo Beach.
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BASIC COMPUTER HELP Come to learn basic computer skills. Call to sign up. Thursdays, 8:30-10 a.m. Free. 805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.
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SEWING CAFE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS Sewing Cafe offers various classes and workshop. Call for full schedule. ongoing Sewing Cafe, 541 Five Cities Dr., Pismo Beach, 805-295-6585.
FLOAT ON
FR IDAY N OVE M B E R 8 T H @ The Palm Theatre and Hotel San Luis Obispo TI CKE T S + I N F O slofilmfest.org
Linnaea’s Cafe in SLO hosts an Art After Dark reception for featured artist Lena Rushing on Friday, Nov. 1, from 6 to 9 p.m. A collection of Rushing’s imaginative paintings will remain on display at the cafe throughout the month of November. Admission is free. Email lenarushingart@gmail.com to find out more. —C.W.
CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 23 Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a 12-step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Saturdays, 1-2:15 p.m. Free. 805-203-5875. Cambria Connection, 1069 Main St., Cambria.
GRANDPARENTS SUPPORT GROUP Facilitated
Jim SARGEN 4th Annual Autumn
Cambria Gem, Mineral, & Jewelry Show
Saturday & Sunday October 26th & 27th, 10am-5pm Cambria Vets Hall, 1000 Main St.
by Branden Kay with Family Ties. Fridays, 9-11 a.m. Free. 805-592-2701. losososcares.com. Grandparents Support Group, 800 Manzanita Dr., Room 18, Los Osos.
Everyone is welcome!
Dealers will be offering a great selection of gems, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, meteorites, jade, lapidary and jewelry-making equipment. and much, much more!!
For more info please call
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FALL INTO A HEATHIER YOU Learn stress relieving tools to calm the nervous system. Get nourished and learn how to nourish the body, mind, and soul. Call for details. Oct. 27, 10 a.m.-noon $97. 805-235-7978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
KICKBOXING WITH A PURPOSE CLASSES This 6-week series will focus on developing and strengthening both the body and the mind. Tuesdays, 3:30-4:45 p.m. $125. 805-704-9711. fromtherootsuphealing.com/offerings.html. Omni Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COU NT Y
GRAVITY AND GRACE WITH PETER STERIOS A
yoga workshop and book signing. Oct. 26, 1:30-3:30 p.m. $45. 805-434-1924. pasoyoga.com/booksigning. Dharma Yoga Loft, 1329 Spring Street, Paso Robles.
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GENERAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP (NORTH COUNTY) A support group for those grieving the death of a loved one. This group provides the opportunity to connect with individuals in a similar situation. Drop-ins welcome. Wednesdays, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-5442266. hospiceslo.org/support-groups/general-griefsupport-group-0. Hospice SLO County: North County Office, 517 13th St., Paso Robles.
NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING 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. and Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. Free. 805-2215523. The Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
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CHILD LOSS SUPPORT GROUP Hospice SLO County is offering this support group for those grieving the loss of a child. Drop-ins welcome. Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/support-groups. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP A support group for those who are caring for a loved one, no matter the diagnosis. Drop-ins welcome. Every other Friday, 2:30-4 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKING
MIND & BODY
HEALING DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP A safe place for anyone dealing with depression who would like to receive support from others. Mondays, 6-7 p.m. Free. 805-528-3194. Hope House Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo. NAR-ANON: LET IT BEGIN WITH ME Nar-Anon is a support group for those who are affected by someone else’s addiction. Tuesdays 805-458-7655. naranoncentralca.org/meetings/meeting-list/. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.
PET LOSS SUPPORT GROUP A support group for those grieving the loss of a pet. This group provides the opportunity to connect with individuals in a similar situation. Drop-ins welcome. Last Wednesday of every month, 5-6:15 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/support-groups. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
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BREWASANA AT 7SISTERS A light hearted vinyasa flow with Robyn paired with a beer of your choice. First Sunday of every month, 10:30 a.m. $15. 805-868-7133. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd., suite 110, San Luis Obispo, 7SistersBrewing.com.
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BIRDING THE BOARDWALK One-mile stroll from the east end of the Morro Bay State Park Marina Bayside parking lot to view and identify shorebirds and more. Bring binoculars. Oct. 24, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-772-2694. Morro Bay State Park, 60 State Park Rd., Morro Bay.
EXPLORE THE TIDE POOLS AT CAROLLINA COVE 2 mile active hike from Bluff Trailhead, 100 ft south of Spooner Ranch House, to learn local history, watch for sea birds, whales, seals, and otters and then explore tide pools at low tide. Bring binoculars. Oct. 29, 5-7 p.m. Free. 805-528-0513. Montaña de Oro, 3550 Pecho Valley Rd, Los Osos.
THE HISTORY OF THE 9 SISTERS VOLCANIC PEAKS Half mile walk from the Reserve parking lot (.7 mile east of South Bay Boulevard) to view and learn about the geology of the chain of volcanic peaks leading from Morro Rock to San Luis Obispo. Oct. 24, 11 a.m.-noon Free. 805–772-2694. Los Osos Oaks State Reserve, 1801 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos.
INTERTIDAL LIFE AT HAZARD REEF Walk from the Hazard Canyon Parking Lot announcement board (1.6 miles south of park entrance) through coastal scrub down to the sand dunes and tide pools to learn about area geology, marine animals, and seaweeds. Oct. 28, 3-5 p.m. Free. 805-528-0513. Montaña de Oro, 3550 Pecho Valley Rd, Los Osos.
TREASURING TIDE POOLS Walk from the Bluff Trailhead, 100 yards south of Spooner Ranch house, through coastal sage down to a tide pool to view an entire working ecosystem and learn about tide pool CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 26
A Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Associa�on event. . . .
Golden Oak
HONEY & PUMPKIN Festival
Sat., Oct. 26th 9 am to 3 pm — Downtown City Park BACKYARD BEEKEEPING / OBSERVE A BEE HIVE BEEKEEPING PRACTICES / HONEY TASTING (by the Central Coast Beekeepers Alliance SLO) ARTS / CRAFTS / VENDORS / NAVY SEA BEES YOGA (EarthTones) QUEEN FOR A DAY ESSAY CONTEST (by Siegel’s Jewelry) ALMOND COUNTRY QUILTERS Demonstration SPELLING BEE & MONSTER MASH DANCE CONTESTS (by Optimist Club of Paso Robles) BUZZ BUZZ Miniature Golf (by Kiwanis Club)
SLO COAST WINE’S PREMIER EVENT OF THE FALL
WINE TASTING - WINEMAKER DINNER - LIVE AUCTION - LIVE MUSIC TICKETS AVAILABLE AT
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STAY IN AVILA BEACH FOR A VIP EXPERIENCE! GAIN ACCESS TO THE AVILA BEACH EXPERIENCE BOOTH TO ENJOY VIP TASTING AND FOOD BY THE GARDENS OF AVILA RESTAURANT. FOR MORE INFO: VISITAVILABEACH.COM
Info call 805-238-4103 or visit PasoRoblesDowntown.org
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2019
8:30 A.M.–11:30 A.M. Alex Madonna Expo Center at Madonna Inn, SLO
$135/ person
CHRIS THORNBERG FOUNDING PRINCIPAL BEACON ECONOMICS
Expert perspective on the nation, the state, and the county.
ROBERT KLEINHENZ
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH BEACON ECONOMICS
Thorough review of the the local economy and a look ahead.
NEW THIS YEAR! THE FUTURE IS NOW AS THREE CENTRAL COAST STARTUPS SHARE IDEAS AND PLANS THAT CHALLENGE TRADITIONAL BUSINESS MODELS. AUDIENCE WILL CHOOSE ONE COMPANY TO WIN A $5,000 PRIZE!
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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 24
FULLERTON It’s Youth Day, so all kids age 13 and
etiquette. Wear sturdy closed toe shoes that can get wet. Oct. 26, 3-5:30 p.m. Free. 805-528-0513. Montaña de Oro, 3550 Pecho Valley Rd, Los Osos.
under receive free admission and can get autographs from the Mustangs after the match. Oct. 27, 2 p.m. gopoly.com/. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.
NEON NIGHTS AT ROCKIN’ JUMP Fridays,
CUESTA COLLEGE BEAUTY AND THE BEAST NIGHT: VOLLEYBALL AND WRESTLING All Beauty
SPIRITUAL
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HIKE AT BISHOP PEAK NATURAL RESERVE WITH ECOSLO Join ECOSLO docent Chris for a morning hike at Bishop Peak’s Felsman Loop. Enjoy great views of SLO and learn about our beautiful local open spaces. Oct. 27, 9-11 a.m. 805-544-1777. ecoslo.org/events/. Bishop Peak, Patricia Drive Trailhead, San Luis Obispo.
OCEANO’S DUNES: THE MYSTICAL AND ARTISTIC DUNITES Moderately hard soft sand 2 mile walk in the dunes from the parking lot near the RV office to learn what made the Dunites era so special and hear some of their stories. Oct. 26, 9 a.m.-noon Free. 805-772-2694. Pacific Dunes Ranch, 1205 Silver Spur Pl, Oceano.
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MORRO BAY MARTIAL ARTS: WORLD CHAMPION INSTRUCTION Offering adult and youth classes in kickboxing, boxing, judo, Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and self defense. ongoing 805-701-7397. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
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JUNIOR PICKLEBALL Come join the junior pickleball class with certified coach Janice Mundee. For ages 8-15. Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. through Nov. 4 Free. 805-4349605. ttrtennis.com/pickleball. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton.
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CAL POLY FOOTBALL VS. SACRAMENTO STATE It’s Mustang Family Weekend, so come cheer on Cal Poly Football against Sac State. The first 8,000 fans will get a free Cal Poly cheer card. Oct. 26, 5 p.m. 805-756-4849. gopoly.com/. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.
CAL POLY VOLLEYBALL VS CSUN The Mustangs take on CSUN in a Big West Conference showdown. Oct. 29 gopoly.com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.
CAL POLY WOMEN’S SOCCER VS. CAL STATE
Saturdays, 8-10 p.m. 805-266-7080. Santa Maria Town Center, 142 Town Center East, Santa Maria.
and the Beast event proceeds benefit Breast Cancer Research. Oct. 25, 4-8 p.m. Cuesta College: Gil Stork Gymnasium, Hwy 1, San Luis Obispo, 805-541-3100.
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YOUTH SELF DEFENSE AND AWARENESS Learn the basics of mixed
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martial arts. For ages 7 and up. Mondays, Wednesdays, 5:15-6 p.m. 805 701 7397. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
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BREEZY GAUZE GHOSTS Dip a piece of cheesecloth into glue and shape it over a water bottle. It will resemble a ghost when it dries and you add eyes. Oct. 26, 12-2 p.m. 805-545-5874. San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum, 1010 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo, slocm.org.
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OCEANO DUNES VISITOR CENTER Enjoy exhibits of dune and lagoon plant and animal species. End your visit with a stroll behind the center to the fresh-water lagoon. ongoing, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-474-2667. Oceano Dunes Visitor Center, 555 Pier Ave., Oceano.
PLAY EXPLORE CREATE 1 Enjoy various art activities including drawing, painting, building sculptures, and more. Designed for ages 3 to 4. All materials are included. Mondays, Wednesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. $20. 805668-2125. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande, lila.community. SLO COUNTY PUGS ON THE BEACH Socially friendly dogs and their humans are invited to run (leash free) in the surf sand at Olde Port Beach (Avila Dog Beach). Last Sunday of every month, 2-3 p.m. Free. aggbchamber.com. Olde Port Beach, 6520 Avila Beach Dr., Avila Beach.
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ART CENTER MORRO BAY Seeking volunteers to be docents and/or organize art programs. Mondays-Sundays, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
GUIDED MEDITATION CLASS Come
KIDS & FAMILY
VOLUNTEERS
learn to meditate in a relaxed setting. Pay attention to each second and increase your awareness of the inner world. Frequent prompts facilitate the focus. Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-noon Free. 805-4392757. meditationintro.com. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.
PERFECT PEACE DHARMA TALK Randy Schwalbe will be presenting a talk written by UU Minister Rev. Kerry Kiyohara entitled “Perfect Peace Dharma Talk”. Oct. 27, 10-11 a.m. Free. 805-395-4055. Unitarian Universalist Church, 786 Arlington, Cambria. NORTH SLO COU NT Y
RECOVERY DHARMA SLO COUNTY A peer-led movement using Buddhist practices and principles to overcome addiction through meditation, personal inquiry, and community. Saturdays, 7:30-8:45 p.m. Free, donations welcomed. NA. Community Church of Atascadero, 5850 Rosario Ave., Atascadero, atascaderoucc.org.
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RECOVERY DHARMA SLO COUNTY A peer-led movement using Buddhist practices and principles to overcome addiction through meditation, personal inquiry, and community. Sundays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free, donations welcomed. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall, 2201 Lawton Ave., San Luis Obispo.
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SUNDAY FOR SPIRIT PSYCHIC READINGS Features an assortment of psychic readers. Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Vaires. 805-489-2432. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande.
YOUTH SERVICES The City Church Central Coast holds youth services for junior high school students. Mondays, 6:30 p.m. Free. 805-929-8990. thecitycc.org. Faith Life Community Church, 726 W Tefft St., Nipomo.
STATE PARKS DOCENT TRAINING Docent training for Morro Bay and Monatana de Oro State Parks will occur on October 5, 12, 26 (all 3 dates required). Oct. 26, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 805-772-2694. Morro Bay Museum of Natural History, 20 State Park Rd., Morro Bay.
SWAP ELFIN FOREST WORK PARTY Help the SWAP Weed Warriors with weeding, trail trimming, and erosion control. First Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon 805528-0392. El Moro Elfin Forest Natural Area, 1100 15th St., Los Osos. VOLUNTEER WITH YOUR LOCAL STATE PARKS Morro Bay State Park and Montaña de Oro are looking for docents. Opportunities include: interpreters, sales, school groups, walk leaders, librarians, gardeners, and lots more. No experience necessary. Oct. 26, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805-772-2684. centralcoastparks.org/ volunteers/. Morro Bay Museum of Natural History, 20 State Park Rd., Morro Bay.
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FELINE NETWORK OF THE CENTRAL COAST Seeking volunteers to provide foster homes for foster kittens or cats with special needs. The Feline Network pays for food, litter, and any medications needed. Volunteers also needed to help with humanely trapping and transporting feral cats for spay/neuter. ongoing 805-549-9228. felinenetwork.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.
HOSPICE SLO COUNTY VOLUNTEER TRAINING Preregistration required. In-Home Volunteers assist individuals with a life-limiting illness and their families by providing caregiver respite, practical assistance, emotional support, companionship, and comfort. Thursdays, 1-6 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo. org/workshops. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
LITERACY FOR LIFE TUTOR TRAINING Literacy For Life has a San Luis Obispo countywide need for tutors. Work one-on-one with non-literate adults learning to CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 27
YOU KNOW THE STORE ... YOU KNOW THE SALE! $10 · $15 · $20 WHILE THEY LAST!
Open Mon–Sat:10–6, Sun: 11–5 795 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo (805) 781-9604 · sloswim@att.net
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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 26 read, write, and speak English. Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and Nov. 2, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 805-541-4219. literacyforlifeslo.org/. Union Bank, 995 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
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ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT GOURMET PIZZA Spend an evening outdoors while enjoying delicious wood-fired pizza and yard games. Fridays, 4-7 p.m. $19.95 for adults; $12.95 for kids. 805-927-4200. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, cambriapineslodge.com.
LOAN CLOSET ASSOCIATE The Riso Family Loan Closet offers short-term use of durable medical equipment to people who are in the healing and recovery process. Volunteer Position: Associate accepts donations, sanitizes and checks-out equipment, and answers phone. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 805-547-7025. Wilshire Community Services, 285 South St., suite J, San Luis Obispo, wilshirecommunityservices.org.
HAPPY HOUR: BROKEN EARTH WINERY Join us after work on Wednesdays for Happy Hour with special by the glass pricing. Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. 805-2392562. brokenearthwinery.com/events/Happy-Hour. Broken Earth Winery, 1650 Ramada Dr., Paso Robles. NORTH SLO COU NT Y
MEALS ON WHEELS Meals on Wheels, San Luis Obispo, needs noon time drivers. Must have own car to deliver prepared meals. Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 805-235-8870. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.
“WINE DOWN” MONDAYS Come and “Wine Down” with us on Monday nights. Mondays, 4-9 p.m. 805461-5100. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
SLO REP SEEKING VOLUNTEER BARTENDERS Must be 21 or over. All volunteers receive complimentary tickets. Email volunteer@slorep.org for more info. ongoing slorep.org. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-786-2440.
FOOD & DRINK
ALL YOU CAN EAT DUNGENESS CRAB Enjoy Dungeness crab plus sides of roasted corn, baby potatoes, and more. Wednesdays, 4-9 p.m. through Dec. 31 805-461-5100. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
FESTIVE FLAVORS
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BAYWOOD FARMERS MARKET Mondays, 2-4:30 p.m. northcountyfarmersmarkets.com. Baywood Farmers Market, Santa Maria and 2nd Street, Los Osos.
MORRO BAY MAIN STREET FARMER MARKET Every Saturday 2:30-5:30 p.m., year round, rain or shine. Delightful mix of local farm fresh products, baked goods, crafts, and art from more than 30 vendors. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Morro Bay Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay, 928-350-5960, facebook.com/ MorroBayMainStreetFarmersMarket/.
Dallidet Adobe and Gardens in SLO hosts its Garden Soup Tasting on Sunday, Oct. 27, from 1 to 4 p.m. Guests will be able to taste from five savory and two dessert soups made from the garden’s vegetables and fruits. Admission is $30. Call (805) 543-0638 or visit historycenterslo.org for more info. —C.W. CAMBRIA FARMERS MARKET Fridays, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
p.m. Downtown SLO, Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo.
Free. 805-395-6659. cambriafarmersmarket.com. Cambria Veterans Memorial Hall, 1000 Main St., Cambria.
SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts over 60 vendors.
PASO ROBLES FARMERS MARKET Tuesdays, 9-11:30 a.m. northcountyfarmersmarkets.com. Paso Robles Farmers Market, Spring and 11th Street, Paso Robles.
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ATASCADERO FARMERS MARKET Visit site for info on featured music artists and chefs. Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m. Free. visitatascadero.com. Sunken Gardens, 6505 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
TEMPLETON FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 9 a.m.12:30 p.m. northcountyfarmersmarkets.com. Templeton Park, 550 Crocker St., Templeton. SAN LUIS OBISPO
FARMERS MARKET Farmers Market in SLO is the largest Farmers Market in California. Thursdays, 6:10-9
Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.
SLO TUESDAY FARMERS’ MARKET Tuesdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Free. Farm Supply, 224 Tank Farm Rd., San Luis Obispo.
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ARROYO GRANDE FARMERS MARKET Includes produce, artists and musicians. Saturdays, 12-2:25 p.m. Arroyo Grande Farmers Market, Olohan Alley, Arroyo Grande.
WINERY PARTNERS WINE BAR Change the way you Saturday night at the most creative wine bar in town. Oct. 26, 6-9 p.m. Free; $8 per glass of wine. 805-2389800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. SAN LUIS OBISPO
ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR AT LUNA RED Enjoy $6 bites, sangria, draft beer, house wine, and spirits. Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. 805-640-5243. lunaredslo.com/menus/. Luna Red, 1023 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.
THE BLACK GLASS CHALLENGE AT CROMA VERA Test your blind tasting skills. Winners get their names listed on the front board and posted to social media. Fridays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $12. 805-946-1685. cromavera.com/events/. Croma Vera Wines, 3592 Broad St., suite 106, San Luis Obispo.
FRIDAY NIGHT PINT NIGHT Buy logo glass for $8 and bring it in every Friday for $2 off refills. Wine offered at happy hour pricing. Fridays, 4-10 p.m. Free. 805868-7133. 7sistersbrewing.com/events-page. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd., suite 110, San Luis Obispo. ∆
Say Hello to…
Görgün Akpek, MD, MHS Dr. Akpek joins the team at SLO Oncology & Hematology and is accepting new patients. • After receiving his Doctor of Medicine degree from Hacettepe University, Ankara Turkey, he completed his residency, clinical and research fellowship trainings at Hacettepe, Boston and Johns Hopkins universities Görgün Akpek, MD, MHS Hematology & Medical Oncology
“Medicine is not static. We witness new discoveries and advances in the treatment of many cancers every single day.” —Görgün Akpek, MD, MHS
• Previously a faculty member at Johns Hopkins University and University of Maryland, director of stem cell transplantation and cell therapy at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Arizona and more recently at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago • Member of American Society of Hematology (ASH), Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and Transplantation (ASBMT) • Nationally recognized for his research and clinical work in hematologic malignancies and stem cell transplantation
SLO Oncology & Hematology Health Center 715 Tank Farm Road, Suite C, San Luis Obispo, California
For referrals and appointments:
805.543.5577
Dr. Akpek is skilled at: • Cancer Treatment • Chemotherapy • Intrathecal Chemotherapy • Targeted Therapy • Immunotherapy • Bone Marrow Transplantation • Stem Cell Transplantation • Cell Therapy • Bone Marrow Aspiration • Bone Marrow Biopsy • Board certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology, Dr. Akpek treats all types of cancers and hematologic disorders
For more information click on Cancer Care at Dignityhealth.org/slooncology www.newtimesslo.com • October 24 - October 31, 2019 • New Times • 27
Music
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Strictly Starkey
BY GLEN STARKEY
America’s music Hot jazz reigns supreme at the Jubilee by the Sea
I
t seems appropriate that the very first Jazz Jubilee by the Sea music festival was back in 1976. After all, that was America’s bicentennial, a celebration of our country’s first 200 years, and jazz is America’s quintessential music—a uniquely American art form that’s been embraced around the world. For the last 42 years, local nonprofit group the Basin Street Regulars has been hosting the festival in Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande, with events at five venues over three days: Friday, Oct. 25, through Sunday, Oct. 27 ($130 full festival passes; $30 for those under 30-years-old; kids 12 and under free; at pismojazz.com). This year, there’s also a Thursday, Oct. 24, free show featuring red-hot New Orleans act Tuba Skinny playing at the SLO Farmers’ Market at 7 p.m. at the corner of Higuera and Morro streets. We 3 + 1 also plays on Thursday, Oct. 24, at the Pismo Beach Vets Hall (6 to 9 p.m.; $25). The event features “Bob Draga, Danny Coots, Jeff Barnhart, and Larry Scala … jamming as only they can while making jokes and bantering,” according to press materials. Visit the website for a full schedule! With more than 20 acts playing 100 shows, there’re literally too many to list! Tuba Skinny formed in 2009 as a loose collection of street musicians. In fact, when they’re not touring, they usually busk on Royal Street, in New Orleans, on Monday and Friday afternoons between 1:30 and 4 p.m. From spirituals to Depression-era blues to ragtime to traditional jazz, Tuba Skinny embodies the sounds of America’s original music. Like most of the acts, Tuba Skinny will play multiple times over the festival
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AJ LEE AND BLUE SUMMIT AJ Lee and Blue Summit are an exciting new group on the Americana and Bluegrass scene. Oct. 26, 7:30-10 p.m. $20. 805-2380725. slofolks.org. Castoro Cellars, 1315 N. Bethel Rd., Templeton.
ANDY SCOTT LIVE Wednesdays, 8-11 p.m. Free. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com.
BANJERDAN LIVE Tuesdays, 3 p.m. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com. BOBBY MALONE LIVE Saturdays, 3-6 p.m. Free. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com.
DAKOTA CROSSING LIVE AT THE SIREN Modern Country Showcase: Dakota Crossing is bringing Modern Country to The Siren. Oct. 26, 3-5:30 p.m. Free. 805-225-1312. thesirenmorrobay.com/event/dakotacrossing/. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay. FAMOUS JAZZ ARTIST SERIES Charlie and Sandi Shoemake present premier jazz guitarist Ron Escheté.
NOLA STYLE New Orleans jazz act Tuba Skinny plays a free teaser concert at the SLO Farmers’ Market on Oct. 24 to promote the Jazz Jubilee by the Sea music festival, Oct. 25 to 27, in Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande. PHOTO COURTESY OF TUBA SKINNY
weekend. Check the online schedule! The festival also has two other acts they’ve brought out from New Orleans. The all-female Shake ’Em Up Jazz Band is returning this year. They’re “NOLA’s version of Josie & the Pussycats,” say organizers. Also from New Orleans is jazz guitarist Larry Scala, who’ll make “you feel like you’re in a NOLA jazz nightclub.” “The Australian Jazz Connection will be making their U.S. debut at the Jubilee,” according to press materials. “They are dedicating a set to Australian tunes played before they had jazz music charts from the USA. Of course, waltzing STARKEY continued page 32
He will be joined by renowned bassist Luther Hughes, Charlie Shoemake on vibes, and Sandi Shoemake on vocals. Oct. 27, 4-6 & 7-8 p.m. $10-$20. 805-927-0179. Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria.
JON STEPHENS LIVE Thursdays, 5 p.m. Free. 805927-0175. lascambritas.com. Las Cambritas, 2336 Main St., Cambria.
LIVE MUSIC AT BROKEN EARTH TASTING ROOM Last Friday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-4346457. Broken Earth Winery, 1650 Ramada Dr., Paso Robles.
LIVE MUSIC AT OLD CAYUCOS TAVERN Fridays, Saturdays Free. 805-995-3209. oldcayucostavern.com. Old Cayucos Tavern & Cardroom, 130 N Ocean Ave., Cayucos.
LIVE MUSIC AT STAX Thursdays, Sundays, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-5055. staxwine.com. Stax Wine Bar & Bistro, 1099 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.
LIVE OUTSIDE HALLOWEEN PARTY Features live
music, a costume contest, and more. Oct. 27, 6-11:59 p.m. Free. 805-995-3883. Schooners, 171 N Ocean, Cayucos, schoonerscayucos.com.
LOUIE ORTEGA LIVE Tuesdays, 8-11 p.m. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200,
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GRRL POWER The allfemale New Orleansbased Shake ’Em Up Jazz Band plays all three days of the Jazz Jubilee by the Sea music festival, Oct. 25 to 27, in Pismo Beach and Arroyo Grande.
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MARCUS DIMAGGIO LIVE Fridays, 3-6 p.m. Free. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com.
SAN LUIS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Mark Kovacs
conducting. Nov. 3, 3 p.m. $10 donation. 805-7486087. sanluischamberorchestra.org. Trinity United Methodist Church, 490 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos.
SLOFOLKS PRESENTS AJ LEE AND BLUE SUMMIT Award-winning bluegrass band AJ Lee and Blue Summit are an exciting new group on the americana and bluegrass scene. Oct. 25, 7-9:30 p.m. $20. 805238-0725. slofolks.org. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.
TIM JACKSON LIVE Tim Jackson created his own style of songwriting from Americana to rock and soul, with ten critically acclaimed releases. Oct. 25, 4:306:30 p.m. $10 wine tasting; wine, cheese for purchase. 805-927-9800. twincoyotes.com/. Twin Coyotes Winery, 2020 Main St., Cambria.
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ADAM LEVINE AND JUDY PHILBIN Levine and Philbin perform live jazz. Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805238-2834. labellasera.com. Enoteca Restaurant and
Bar, 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles.
THE BELMORES LIVE Singer-songwriter-
storytellers. Oct. 25, 6-9 p.m. 805-461-5100. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
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DULCIE TAYLOR LIVE Taylor’s philosophy is “art is communication”, and considers music to be the perfect vehicle for her messages. Oct. 26, 6-9 p.m. 805-461-5100. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
AN EVENING WITH JASON MRAZ AND RAINING JANE Multiple Grammy winner and singer/songwriter Jason Mraz will be joined by longtime collaborators Raining Jane. Oct. 26, 8-10 p.m. $49.50-$110. 805-286-3680. vinaroblesamphitheatre.com/ concerts/2019/jason-mraz. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.
FIRST SUNDAY JAM SESH First Sunday of every month, 4-6 p.m. 805-400-5293. Bristol’s Cider House,
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Present: The Garden live at SLO Brew Rock. Oct. 25, 7-11:59 p.m. $18. 805-543-1843. slobrew.com/events/. SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo.
LIVE MUSIC AT ASUNCION RIDGE Fridays,
GRIZ GRiZ will be live in Downtown SLO. Oct. 25, 6
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Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-237-1425. asuncionridge. com. Asuncion Ridge, 725 12th St., Paso Robles.
PINT NIGHT MUSIC AT SWEET SPRINGS SALOON Features local bands and beer specials.
THE REAL BLUES JAM NORTH All Blues musicians, regardless of experience, are welcome to join this jam session. Hosted by Ted Waterhouse with Bruce Willard and Dean Giles. Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $5 donation/musicians exempt. 805-704-5116. danbino. com. D’anbino Vineyards and Cellars, 710 Pine St., Paso Robles.
JON BATISTE AND STAY HUMAN The Grammynominated performer is back by popular demand, as Batiste returns to the Central Coast with his band, Stay Human. Nov. 1, 8-9:30 p.m. $58-$98. 805-756-4849. pacslo.org/online/article/batiste19. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.
ROBERT VESNAVER LIVE Nov. 2, 6-9 p.m. 805461-5100. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
SARA BAREILLES LIVE Grammy, Tony and Emmy award-nominated singer, songwriter, actress, and author Sara Bareilles presents her Amidst The Chaos Tour. Oct. 27, 8-10 p.m. $49.50-$110. 805-286-3680. vinaroblesamphitheatre.com/concerts/2019/sarabareilles. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles. SATURDAY LIVE Live music every Saturday afternoon. Wine and lunch offerings available for purchase. Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-227-4812. vinarobles. com. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.
SONGWRITERS AT PLAY Presented by Steve Key.
Costume contest 10pm
Different acts every weekend. Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805- 226-8881. sculpterra.com. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.
SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES JEANNE NEWHALL AND KAZUNORI KOGA Guitarist Kazunori Koga from Japan and LA-based singersongwriter Jeanne Newhall braid a set of her vocals and piano together with his dazzling guitar. Nov. 3, 1-4 p.m. Free; tips accepted. 805-226-8881. songwritersatplay. com. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.
TENNESSEE JIMMY AND FRIENDS LIVE Tennessee Jimmy and Friends specialize in classic country-folk. Nov. 1, 6-9 p.m. 805-461-5100. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
VERN SANDERS LIVE This jazz pianist covers songs from the Great American Songbook. Sundays, 5-8 p.m. 805-238-2834. Enoteca Restaurant and Bar, 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles, labellasera.com/enoteca-restaurant.
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BLUEFACE Blueface will be live in downtown SLO at the Fremont Theater. Oct. 24, 9-11 p.m. $40. 805-5468600. fremontslo.com. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
BROWN BAG CONCERT First Friday of every month, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-543-5451. fpcslo.org. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo. CABARET SINGING AND PERFORMANCE CLASS Come improve your vocal skills so that you have more fun singing cabaret, Broadway, and karaoke. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $145 for 8 weeks; $20 to drop-in. 805-400-5335. Cabaret805.com. Cuesta College, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.
CAL POLY ARTS PRESENTS LAS CAFETERAS
Oct. 30, 5:30 p.m. $35. 805-546-8600. fremontslo. com. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
CAL POLY CHOIRS FALL CONCERT: CRY OUT Featuring the University Singers, PolyPhonics and Women’s Chorus. Music ranging from ancient times to the present day. Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m. $14 general, $9 students. 805-756-4849. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/. SLO United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo.
CAL POLY MUSIC FACULTY SHOWCASE RECITAL Eight music faculty members will perform.
Oct. 25, 6:30 p.m. $5 at the door. 805-756-2406. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
COASTAL SOUNDSCAPES BY CANZONA WOMEN’S ENSEMBLE Experience the creative spirit of composers, poets and influencers that have shaped the color and history of our magnificent western shores. Nov. 3, 3-5 p.m. $10-$30. 805-242-6065. canzonawomen.org/fall-2019/. SLO United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo.
ELEPHANTE Elephante will be live at The Fremont
Theater. Nov. 1, 8 p.m. $24. 805-546-8600. fremontslo.com. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
THE GARDEN Fremont Theater Group and Numbskull
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GYPSY JAZZ NIGHT With the Gypsy All Stars: Laurel Mitchel (vocals), Daniel Cimo (violin), James Gallardo, Ben Arthur, and Toan Chau. Every other Thursday, 9:30-11:30 p.m. Barrelhouse Brewing Co. Speakeasy, 1033 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-296-1128, barrelhousebrewing.com.
Thursdays, 6 p.m.-midnight 805-439-0969. sweetspringssaloon.com. Sweet Springs Saloon, 990 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos.
Thurs, Oct. 31 7PM
p.m. $40-$189. 805-543-1843. fremontslo.com. The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
LIVE MUSIC AND FROG AND PEACH Enjoy live music and craft beer seven nights a week. ongoing Complimentary admission. Frog and Peach Pub, 728 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-595-4764, frogandpeachpub.com. LIVE MUSIC AT MOTHER’S TAVERN Fridays, 7:3010:30 p.m. Free. 805-541-8733. motherstavern.com. Mother’s Tavern, 725 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo.
LUNA LIVE WITH SHAWN CLARK FAMILY BAND Enjoy the Shawn Clark Family Band on Luna Red’s outdoor patio with happy hour all day, craft cocktails, and more offerings. Oct. 24, 8-10 p.m. lunaredslo.com/ happenings/live-music.php?id=119. Luna Red, 1023 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-540-5243.
MET LIVE IN HD: MASSENET’S MANON A take on the quintessentially French tale of the beautiful young woman who is incapable of forsaking both love and luxury, Massenet’s Manon features one of the truly unforgettable, irresistible, and archetypal female characters in opera. Nov. 3, 2-6 p.m. $22. 805-7564849. pacslo.org. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.
NOCHE CALIENTE Fridays, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. 805-541096. slograd.com. The Graduate, 990 Industrial Way, San Luis Obispo. SEAN K. PRESTON AND THE LOADED PISTOLS Internationally touring band Sean K. Preston come to San Luis Obispo to share stories told in the tongue of Americana, Punk Blues, Mountain Gospel and Rock’n’Roll. Oct. 26, 10-11:59 p.m. Frog and Peach Pub, 728 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-595-4764, frogandpeachpub.com.
SUNDAY SERENADE Features a different acoustic act each week. Sundays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Bang The Drum Brewery, 950 Orcutt Rd., San Luis Obispo, 805-2428372, bangthedrumbrewery.com/.
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ACOUSTIC SUNDAYS Sundays, 3-6 p.m. Seaventure Restaurant, 100 Oceanview Ave., Pismo Beach, 805779-1779, seaventure.com.
ALOHA HAWAII LIVE Features Hawaiian music and entertainment from the Islands of Oahu, Kauai, Maui and the Big Island. Performers include Jim “Kimo” West, Gary and Kurin Haleamau, Aloha Polynesia Entertainment, and Maritza Canto. Nov. 2, 7-9 p.m. $20-$25. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. BATTLE OF THE BIG BANDS: BENNY GOODMAN VS. GLENN MILLER Two vocalists perform the unforgettable 1940s music of Glenn Miller and Benny Goodman, and compete for the audience’s votes. Featuring Don Lucas and Lia Booth. Oct. 26, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. $39-$49. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.
BLUES MASTERS JAM Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co, AG, 1462 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, 805-474-8525, figmtnbrew.com/. FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC Enjoy live music and food on the patio. Fridays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805489-9099. branchstreeetdeli.com. Branch Street Deli, 203 E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande.
GENERATION GAP WITH CHRISTY LANE Musical group Generation Gap returns to the Branch Street Deli. Nov. 1, 5:30 p.m. Free; tips welcome. 805 704-8801. Branch Street Deli, 203 E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande.
JAZZ AT SUNSET WITH THE JAZZ ALLEY REVIEW Come out to the new Vespera Hotel in Pismo
Beach for live music. Oct. 27, 3-6 p.m. Free. Vespera on Ocean, 147 Stimson Ave., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1011, vesperapismobeach.com.
JOHN ALAN CONNERLEY AT WILLOW IN NIPOMO Singer-songwriter John Alan Connerley brings MUSIC LISTINGS continued page 34
The Hearst Cancer Resource Center at French Hospital Medical Center Serving those touched by cancer and their families on the Central Coast During National Breast Cancer Awareness month, and all year, we are here with an array of complimentary services and resources to support you along your journey. It all began after Tom Vendegna, MD was diagnosed with cancer in 2003. He realized then that San Luis Obispo did not offer a comprehensive resource center to support the challenges that cancer patients face. So he approached French Hospital to create one. The services we offer include: Support services to help cope with a diagnosis and treatment. Access to resources and education to provide cancer-related information. Nurse Navigators to guide and support those going through a cancer diagnosis. Spanish-speaking navigators are available as well.
A variety of classes and events to help heal and connect with others in our community. The Beauty and You program and Appearance Center provides hands-on makeup, skincare and wig techniques to help manage appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment.
The HCRC is made possible by French Hospital Medical Center along with generous gifts from members of the Hearst family and Hearst Foundation, as well as donations from other community members.
Hearst Cancer Resource Center
For more information, please call (805) 542-6234.
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BURNING BLUES Café R&B and its electrifying frontwoman, Roach, play the SLO Blues Society show on Oct. 26, in the SLO Vets Hall. STARKEY from page 28
Matilda will be there as well. Now that should be interesting. From New York City we are bringing back Professor Cunningham and His Old School. This award-winning jazz band is currently touring Turkey, Poland, Vietnam, and Germany, then heading back to Greece and France at the end of the year. But in between they made sure to play our little ol’ Jubilee, world famous by now.” The Midiri Brothers, Cornet Chop Suey, Carl Sonny Leyland, Sue Palmer and Her Motel Orchestra, the Starlight Dreamband, the Night Blooming Jazzmen—there are just a ton of great acts! Get your festival badge, make use of the shuttle buses, and celebrate hot jazz! Other related shows include Judith and Her Jazz Krewe on Thursday, Oct. 24, at the Branch Street Deli in Arroyo Grande (6 to 9 p.m.). On Friday, Oct. 25, Pacific Swing will perform at Puffers of Pismo (7 to 10 p.m.). On Saturday, Oct. 26, the Creole Syncopators will play at the Branch Street Deli, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.). Also on Saturday, Oct. 26, during the festival, Larry Scala, Dawn Lambeth, Dan Tobias, Karl Welz, and Bill Bosch will perform at the new Agrarian Hotel in Arroyo Grande (5 to 7 p.m.). Finally, on Sunday, Oct. 27, see the Jazz Alley Review at Vespera (3 to 6 p.m.).
Smoking Roach
Café R&B is one of my favorite blues bands to see live. The band’s singer, Roach, is absolutely electrifying—think Tina Turner electrifying! The band formed in 1995 and seems to roll through SLO Town about once a year for a SLO Blues Society show, and this Saturday, Oct. 26, they return to the SLO Vets Hall (7:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; $25 at my805tix.com, Boo Boo Records, Cheap Thrills, and at the door). Excellent local act Burning James and the Funky Flames open the show. It’s impossible to oversell just how amazing Roach is! She and her husband, guitarist Byl Carruthers, backed by a tight as hell rhythm section, are simply amazing. Even Ike turner said of the band, “I ain’t seen nuthin’ like that since me and you-know-who!” Whether they’re delivering classic covers of songs like “Born Under a Bad Sign” and “Killin’ Floor,” or busting out some of the originals, you can’t turn away! They have four CDs out—Black and White (1998), Blues and All the Rest (2001), Very
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TEAM UP Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Jason Mraz joins with Raining Jane to play the Vina Robles Amphitheatre on Oct. 26.
Live (2005,) and American Music (2012)— all of which are great but none of which quite captures the raw energy of their live show. Don’t miss them!
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mountain gospel, rock ’n’ roll to Frog and Peach Pub on Saturday, Oct. 26 (10 p.m.; 21-and-older). They’re touring in support of Forgive, their album that came out about this time last year. Grammy, Tony, and Emmy awardnominated singer, songwriter, actress, and author Sara Bareilles makes a stop on her Amidst the Chaos tour on Sunday, Oct. 27, at Vina Robles Amphitheatre (8 p.m.; all ages; $49.50 to $110 at vinaroblesamphitheatre.com). Emily King opens the show. Two Bay Area acts, indie reggae act The Dangerous and modern reggae act Sunny State, are teaming up for a shared-bill show or the Frog and Peach Pub on Tuesday, Oct 29 (10 p.m.; 21-and-older). Get irie, people! Numbskull and Good Medicine host country singer-songwriter Roger Creager at The Siren on Wednesday, Oct. 30 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $16 presale at Boo Boo’s and eventbrite.com or $20 at the door), with David Jones Country Band opening. His new EP, Gulf Coast Time, represents Creager’s adventure-filled life. ∆
SLO Brew Rock brings awesome LA art pop act Sure Sure back to town this Thursday, Oct. 24 (7:30 p.m.; 18-andolder; $16 at Boo Boo’s and slobrew.com). These four dudes are fully immersed in their own creativity, which has led to more than 30 million combined streams. DJ, songwriter, and electronic producer GRiZ plays the Fremont Theater on Friday, Oct. 25 (doors at 6 p.m.; all ages; $48.42 at Boo Boo’s and fremontslo.com). He plays the sax to his own self-described future-funk and electro-soul music. Numbskull and Good Medicine presents Led Zeppelin tribute act Led Zepagain at BarrelHouse Brewing on Friday, Oct. 25 (6 p.m.; all ages; $20 presale at Boo Boo’s and eventbrite. com or $25 at the door). At 31 years, the tribute band has been together longer than Led Zeppelin! Fremont Theater Group and Numbskull present drum and electronica Keep up with New Times Senior Staff duo The Garden on Friday, Oct. 25 Writer Glen Starkey via Twitter at twitter. (7 p.m.; all ages; $18 at ticketweb.com), com/glenstarkey, friend him at facebook. live at SLO Brew Rock, with punk acts com/glenstarkey, or contact him at Mannequin Pussy and So Pitted gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. opening the show. PHOTO COURTESY OF AJ LEE & BLUE SUMMIT Americana act AJ Lee & Blue Summit play a couple of SLOfolks shows this weekend starting with the Coalesce Bookstore on Friday, Oct. 25 (7 p.m.; all ages; $20 at (805) 772-2880); and at Castoro Cellars on Saturday, Oct. 26 (7:30 p.m.; all ages; $20 at (805) 238-0725). The Polish Ambassador— née David Sugalski—brings his electronic music sounds to the Fremont on Saturday, Oct. 26 (doors at 8 p.m.; all AMERICANA AJ Lee & Blue Summit play a couple ages; $30.83 at Boo Boo’s and SLOfolks shows this weekend at Coalesce Bookstore fremontslo.com), with Wildlight on Oct. 25, and at Castoro Cellars on Oct. 26. Kaminanda opening. PHOTO COURTESY OF SEAN K. PRESTON Multi-platinum singerPUNK songwriter Jason Mraz joins BLUES with Raining Jane to play the Vina Robles Amphitheatre Sean K. Preston & on Saturday, Oct. 26 (8 p.m.; The Loaded all ages; $50 to $110.50 at Pistols play vinaroblesamphitheatre.com). the Frog and Peach Sean K. Preston & The Pub on Loaded Pistols bring their Oct. 26. self-described “punk-blues,
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his solo acoustic show to Willow Nipomo for a a special evening of melodies, memories, and merriment. Oct. 25, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805-929-0322. Willow, 1050 Willow Rd., Nipomo, nipomo.willowrestaurants.com.
LIDO LIVE Live music at Lido at Dolphin Bay. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-773-8900. thedolphinbay.com/lido. Lido Restaurant at Dolphin Bay, 2727 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach.
LIVE MUSIC AT PUFFERS Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Free. 805-773-6563. puffersofpismo.com. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach.
LIVE MUSIC AT SCOTTY’S Enjoy live music from local artists, cocktails, and food. Fridays, 6-9 p.m. Scotty’s Bar and Grill, 750 Price St., Pismo Beach, 805773-1922, scottysbarpismo.com.
MUSIC ON THE MESA: CYPRESS RIDGE PAVILION Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food and drink will be available for purchase (including beer, wine, and mixed drinks). Sundays, 1:30-4 p.m. through Oct. 27 Free. 805-474-7979. cypressridge.com/music. Cypress Ridge Pavilion, 1050 Cypress Ridge Parkway, Arroyo Grande.
THREE SOPRANOS AND A PIANO: LYRA AND CAMBRIA VOCAL ENSEMBLE A special benefit concert for the Cambria Chorale and Cambria Lions Club Youth Music Scholarship Fund. Oct. 25, 7-9:30 p.m. and Oct. 26, 7-9 p.m. $20. 805-203-6876. cambriachorale. org/. Painted Sky Studios, 715 Main St, Cambria.
WEDNESDAYS: LIVE MUSIC Enjoy live music in the fireplace room. Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. Seaventure Restaurant, 100 Oceanview Ave., Pismo Beach, 805779-1779, seaventure.com.
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ALL FOR REAL WITH SARAH JACKSON First Saturday of every month, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Anthony’s, 859 Guadalupe St., Guadalupe, 805-219-0977.
CHRIS BELAND AND HARMONY BENEFIT CONCERT Chris Beland and Harmony will perform a concert to benefit Orthodox Youth Activities. Free will offering will be taken at the door. Oct. 25, 7 p.m. 805674-4008. odox.org. Annunciation Orthodox Church,
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CYRUS CLARKE LIVE Oct. 25, 7-10 p.m. Vino et Amicis, 156 S. Broadway, Orcutt, 805-631-0496, vinoetamicis.com. DANIELLE TAYLOR LIVE Oct. 25, 6-9 p.m. Naughty Oak Brewing Co., 165 S Broadway St. suite 102, Orcutt, 805-287-9663, naughtyoak.com. FREE JAZZ CONCERT WITH CENTRAL CITY SWING, 10/29/19 Central City Swing will perform a free concert. This professional 17-piece band features some the area’s top musicians playing a wide assortment of jazz and swing music. Oct. 29, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. 805-720-3840. centralcityswing.com. Unity Chapel of Light Church, 1165 Stubblefield Rd., Orcutt.
GOSPEL BRUNCH WITH BROTHA FRANK First Sunday of every month, 2-5 p.m. Anthony’s, 859 Guadalupe St., Guadalupe, 805-219-0977.
HAVANA NIGHTS Enjoy live music acts, including Victor Valencia and others. Fridays, 7-9 p.m. Cubanissimo Cuban Coffee House, 4869 S. Bradley Rd., Orcutt. KEITH T. COX LIVE Oct. 26, 7-10 p.m. Vino et Amicis, 156 S. Broadway, Orcutt, 805-631-0496, vinoetamicis.com.
KEITH T. COX LIVE Oct. 27, noon Blast 825 Brewery, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805-934-3777, rooneysirishpub.net. LIVE MUSIC AT COSTA DE ORO Enjoy live music and complimentary appetizers every week. Thursdays, Fridays, 5-7 p.m. and Saturdays, 3-5 p.m. Free. Costa De Oro Winery, 1331 S. Nicholson Ave., Santa Maria, 805-922-1468, cdowinery.com.
LIVE MUSIC AT MOXIE CAFE Enjoy live music from local artists, food, and drinks. Thursdays-Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. Free admission. moxiecafe.com/music/. Moxie Cafe, 1317 W. McCoy Ln., Santa Maria, 805-361-2900. LIVE MUSIC AT NAUGHTY OAK Enjoy a different musical act and food vendor every Friday evening. Fridays, 5:30 p.m. Free admission. Naughty Oak Brewing Co., 165 S Broadway St. suite 102, Orcutt, 805-2879663, naughtyoak.com. MUSIC LISTINGS continued page 35
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PARISIAN SOIREE: A GALA BENEFIT Presented by the Santa Maria Philharmonic Society. Enjoy live music, wine, dinner, and dancing. Oct. 26 smphilharmonic.org. Radisson Hotel, 3455 Airpark Dr., Santa Maria.
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THE CIRCUS STARTS AT MIDNIGHT A special Halloween concert. Oct. 26, 9 p.m. Wicked Shamrock, 143 N. H St., Lompoc, 805-741-7145.
SIP MUSIC CLUB Pairing music and local wine with 4 seasonal releases each calendar year. Price includes 3 VIP access tickets to each SipMusic event, and 1 album and 1 bottle of premium wine every 3 months. ongoing $40. Lompoc Wine Factory, 321 N. D St., Lompoc, 805243-8398, lompocwinefactory.com.
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THE DYLAN ORTEGA BAND As part of KRAZy Country Honky-Tonk Thursday. Thursdays, 7 p.m. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805686-4785, mavericksaloon.org.
FIRST FRIDAY ‘80S NIGHT Featuring the Molly Ringwald Project. First Friday of every month, 8:30-11:30 p.m. $10 after 8 p.m. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org.
HOODLUM FRIENDS LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Nov. 2, 5-8 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html.
J BALVIN LIVE The resort is a 21-and-up venue. Oct. 24 Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez, 800-248-6274, chumashcasino.com/ entertainment. JOHN LYLE LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Nov. 2, 1-4 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html. KELLY’S LOT LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Nov. 3, 4:30 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html.
LIVE MUSIC ON THE PATIO Local acts perform every Saturday. Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org. THE NOMBRES LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Oct. 26, 5-8 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html.
THE RESERVE LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Oct. 27, 1-4 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html.
SOUL BISCUIT LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Oct. 27, 1-4 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html. STILLWATER SOUND LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Oct. 26, 1-4 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html.
SUNDAY ROUND-UP Enjoy live music on the patio and special menu offerings every Sunday morning. Sundays, 11 a.m. Free. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785, mavericksaloon.org.
THREE DOG NIGHT LIVE The resort is a 21-andup venue. Nov. 1 Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez, 800-248-6274, chumashcasino.com/entertainment.
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Schooners in Cayucos presents Bear Market Riot on Sunday, Nov. 3, from 6 to 8 p.m. This local group is performing in the courtyard area, as part of the bar’s Live Outside Series. Admission is free and dogs are welcome. Call (805) 995-3883 or visit schoonerscayucos. com to find out more. —Caleb Wiseblood TOM BALL AND KENNY SULTAN LIVE Enjoy a blend of guitar and harmonica blues, and rags, and good time music. Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Sundays, 1:15-4 p.m. Free. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern. com/entertainment.html.
THE YOUNGSTERS LIVE Food and drinks available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. Nov. 1, 6-9 p.m. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara, 805-967-0066, coldspringtavern.com/ entertainment.html.
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DANCE LESSON AND DANCE PARTY Come learn a variety of ballroom, swing, and Latin dances. Followed by a potluck dance party. Sundays, 5-7:30 p.m. $10. 888-395-4965. atownballroom.com/. Atascadero Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., Atascadero. DANCE LESSONS WITH CAMMIE AND BRIAN Come learn a variety of ballroom, swing, and latin dances. Mondays, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. $10. 888-3954965. atownballroom.com/. Atascadero Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., Atascadero.
SUNDAY DANCE PARTIES A weekly dance party that includes free dance lessons. Sundays, 6-8 p.m. Free; $5 on DJ nights. 888-395-4965. Atascadero Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., Atascadero.
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COUNTRY NIGHT Thursdays, 8 p.m.-2 a.m. 805-5410969. slograd.com. The Graduate, 990 Industrial Way, San Luis Obispo. LUNA NOCHE: SLO’S NEWEST LATE NIGHT Every Friday and Saturday night, Luna Red will transform into Luna Noche, an alluring late night series full of eclectic music and dancing. Fridays, Saturdays, 10 p.m.-1 a.m. through Dec. 28 lunaredslo.com/luna-noche/. Luna Red, 1023 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-540-5243.
SALSA Dance lesson is 7 to 8 p.m. Social dance is 8 to 10 p.m. Fourth Sunday of every month, 7-10 p.m. Bang The Drum Brewery, 950 Orcutt Rd., San Luis Obispo, 805-242-8372, bangthedrumbrewery.com/.
ZUMBA AT THE Y Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program. Mondays-Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. sloymca.org/Classes. SLO County YMCA, 1020 Southwood Dr., San Luis Obispo, 805-543-8235.
all ages hosted by Professor Matt Saxking Tuttle. Fridays, Saturdays, 5-7 p.m. Free. San Simeon Lodge Restaurant, 9520 Castillo Dr., San Simeon.
OPEN MIC WITH MATT SAXKING TUTTLE All ages and skill levels welcome. Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. through April 16 Free. 916-694-9466. San Simeon Lodge Lounge, 9520 Castillo Dr., San Simeon. UNCORK THE MIC Producer of Uncork the Mic, Michelle Morrow presents a featured singer/ songwriter each Monday evening. The event is an unconventional open mic session with a unique format. Email uncorkthemic@gmail.com to sign up. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-5055. staxwinebar.com/events2/. Stax Wine Bar & Bistro, 1099 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.
UNCORK THE MIC: AN UNCONVENTIONAL OPEN MIC SESSION Hosted by Michelle Morrow.
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KARAOKE NIGHT SUNDAYS AT BUFFALO PUB AND GRILL Sundays, 8 p.m. Free. 805-544-5155. Buffalo Pub And Grill, 717 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
OPEN MIC NIGHT AT 7SISTERS For musicians, poets, and comedians. Family-friendly. Performers get a free beer. Sundays, 5-7 p.m. Free. 805-868-7133. 7sistersbrewing.com/calendar. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd., suite 110, San Luis Obispo.
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JAWZ KARAOKE Thursdays, 9 p.m. Harry’s Night Club And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com.
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SLO Motion screens Climbing Out of Disaster documentary
SLO Motion hosts an outdoor screening of Climbing Out of Disaster at Mission Plaza in downtown SLO on Saturday, Nov. 9, at 7 p.m. The event is part of Climb On, SLO Motion’s ongoing series of screening short, climbing-inspired films in an outdoor setting. Climbing Out of Disaster tells the story of climbers in San Juan, Puerto Rico, who sprang into action after Hurricane Maria hit, bouldering buildings to bring people supplies and clearing roads for emergency vehicles. Proceeds from this screening will benefit El Bloque, the first bouldering gym in Puerto Rico, which is still under construction. The gym’s founder, Bryant Huffman, will be in attendance and take part in a discussion following the screening. Tickets to the event are $25 at the door or $20 in advance online at my805tix.com or in person at The Mountain Air in SLO. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. SLO Motion is also hosting a separate screening of Climbing Out of Disaster at The Pad in Santa Maria on Friday, Nov. 8, at 5:30 p.m. Visit slomotionfilm. com to find out more about either screening and other upcoming events scheduled in the Climb On series.
Open Canvas Gallery seeks artists of various mediums
The recently opened Open Canvas Gallery in downtown SLO is seeking art to display. Painters, sculptors, jewelry makers, textile artists, and ceramicists are welcome to apply by filling out an artist agreement form at ocgalleryslo. com. Applicants can then send the completed form and art samples to opencanvasgallery@ gmail.com. The gallery is located at 1242 Monterey St., suite 110, San Luis Obispo.
Cayucos Community Art Gallery presents By the Sea exhibition
By the Sea, a fall exhibition at Cayucos Community Art Gallery, features photography and watercolor paintings by artist Patti Everett and runs through Wednesday, Nov. 20. The exhibit’s artworks depict views of local beaches and oceans. Admission is free. The gallery is open every day from 1 to 4 p.m., except Tuesdays, and is located at 10 Cayucos Drive, Cayucos. Call (805) 9952049 or visit cayucosart.org for more info on the exhibit and other shows at the gallery. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood
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Produced by rap and hip-hop pioneer Kurtis Blow, The Hip Hop Nutcracker comes to San Luis Obispo
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ften regarded as the father of recorded rap, Kurtis Blow’s name speaks for itself, especially among those of the socalled “hip-hop generation.” But what is the iconic figure behind the game-changing 1979 track, “Christmas Rappin,’” up to this holiday season? Since 2014, Blow has produced and performed with a holiday production that tours across the country with close to 50 shows a year. It’s called The Hip Hop Nutcracker, and it’s coming to the San Luis Obispo Performing Arts Center on Nov. 10. With an opening set by the legend himself, The Hip Hop Nutcracker is a rap show, a dance performance, and a rendition of a centuries-old storyline all at once. “You have this classic, and then you flip it into a modern piece that’s using break dancing instead of ballet,” Blow told New Times. “It’s awesome to see break dancing to classical music: a DJ playing funky beats with classical music playing on top. … It’s a fusion.” Blow calls the production “a family show,” meant for all audiences. “It is awesome to see the audiences that come out, all three generations: grandfathers, fathers, and children,” he said. “All ages, all nationalities: Everyone can come out.” Besides his role as a producer, Blow also acts as the master of ceremonies for the show and plays a short rap set at the beginning to get the audience hyped up. “As the MC and host I set the pace for what is going to happen,” Blow said. “We get ready to throw our hands in the air and party like we just don’t care. … We tell [the audience], ‘Look, we want you to let your hair down and have a great time … make a lot of noise when you want to. Scream at the bad guy.’ We set the pace, we set the tone, and we create the atmosphere.” Blow ends his opening set with a track called “New Year’s Eve,” which provides a fitting transition into the classic love story that begins on New Year’s Eve. “I think that song ‘New Year’s Eve’ at the end, with everybody counting down from 10 to one, that’s the loudest response of the night,” Blow said. “The intro will get you there and make way for what you’re about to see.” What follows Blow’s opener is not only a contemporary reimagination of the 1892 ballet set to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s timeless score; it is culture in the making that “has changed the face of music,” Blow said. “When you have a DJ perform some music, it’s usually some unique and awesome sound … especially hip-hop, because the beats are so dynamic and funky,” Blow said. “Then you mix that with the dance, and it’s something you can’t beat. It’s the epitome of culture. You have these two different cultures from the 19th
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CONVENTIONAL MEETS CONTEMPORARY The Hip Hop Nutcracker tells the traditional holiday love story—but with break dancing instead of ballet. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER
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The Hip Hop Nutcracker will have one show in SLO, at the San Luis Obispo Performing Arts Center on Nov. 10. Tickets are available through the Cal Poly Ticket Office (tickets.calpoly. edu). More information about the production can be found at hiphopnutcracker.com.
FATHER OF RECORDED RAP Kurtis Blow’s long and illustrious career started with his groundbreaking release of “Christmas Rappin’” in 1979. The first rapper to sign with a major label, Blow now produces and opens for The Hip Hop Nutcracker.
century to the 21st century, and you’re fusing them together as a combination of the two. … That’s what culture is all about.” The concepts behind The Hip Hop Nutcracker are in many ways reminiscent of the wildly successful Broadway play Hamilton: a retelling of history using elements of hip-hop and rap. Finding ways to reimagine old stories or narratives using contemporary ingredients can help bring those stories back into relevancy, especially for audiences craving something new, uncharted, and unconventional.
“I thought it was very, very successful,” Blow said of Hamilton. “I would like to see some more plays that have that combination, that are using hip-hop to communicate the story.” On the flip side, productions like Hamilton or The Hip Hop Nutcracker can also serve as an access point for audiences who haven’t yet experienced hip-hop, an art form that might be perceived as at-odds with something as antiquated and historically Eurocentric as Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. “Dig the concept,” Blow said when asked how audiences unfamiliar with hip-hop should approach the show. “We are playing the best theaters around the country. It’s an incredible event that is for everyone. The time of year is the holiday season, so everyone is feeling good inside. … These two young people fall in love, and their love creates a magic that defeats evil. It’s a fun story, and I think everyone will be entertained and feel good inside after coming out to The Hip Hop Nutcracker.” Despite how much hip-hop has changed since Blow made his first mark on music history in 1979, the rapper says that he appreciates contemporary hip-hop and that the constantly shifting nature of this genre is one of its defining features. “I love all music, even the new hip-hop trap sound that’s predominantly on the radio today,” Blow said. “There is a balance, and maybe we need more conscious rap to get out there on the radio. … But there’s some incredible talent that’s out there today, and that’s hip-hop. I’m praying for everyone to be successful. Hopefully, hip-hop can save your life like it did mine.” ∆ Arts Writer Malea Martin is listening to “The Breaks.” Send arts story tips to mmartin@ newtimesslo.com.
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IMAGE COURTESY OF SHERYL KNIGHT
aving lived in Orcutt for the last 43 years, painter Sheryl Knight is no stranger to the Central Coast and its distinctive scenery. Currently represented at six galleries in California, three of which are here in San Luis Obispo County, Knight’s artistic mark is multifaceted. Often working en plein air, Knight said she almost exclusively gravitates toward painting landscapes. The result LANDSCAPES GALORE Sheryl Knight’s Sunset is bright, impressionistic, and an Moment features the classic rows of grape vines unmistakably Californian work. that the Central Coast is famous for. The piece “Representing the Central is on display at her Park Street Gallery exhibition Coast, the three types of through Oct. 31. landscapes would be seascapes, vineyards, or the golden hills with “I don’t go out to sell the plein air oak trees,” Knight told New Times. “I painting as much as to have it just for think that represents our area more than reference,” Knight said of her process. “It’s most anything else.” a study for me, so I know what I’ve seen One of Knight’s current gallery and what I’ve observed while I was out showings is at Park Street Gallery in there.” downtown Paso Robles. The exhibition Though Knight splits her time between features all three of the key local her studio and the outdoors, she said landscapes that Knight identified, though there is something that only en plein air it focuses on vineyard scenes. It hangs painting can achieve. through Oct. 31. “The advantage of painting from life While vineyards are appropriate for is that you have the feeling of the scene, a gallery that sits in the heart of North you’re actually out there with it,” she said. County wine country, Knight said she “There’s an emotional connection that you feels more inspired by less predictable won’t get from a photograph necessarily.” sceneries. As is distinctive of impressionism, “I’ve become known for painting paying close attention vineyards, but it’s not my favorite to light and contrast is thing to paint. They can be On display key for Knight. tedious,” she said of the distinctly Sheryl Knight’s featured “I think the most exhibition at Park Street California subject matter. “If striking thing for any Gallery in Paso Robles will I could just paint anything I artist is how the light hang until Oct. 31. She is also wanted, I think I would paint hits the scene,” she represented locally at Pismo mostly mountain scenes.” Beach’s Seaside Gallery and said. “If there’s not good Cambria’s Bronze, Silver & Gold As someone who makes a living light, it can look really Gallery. Visit sherylknight.com off selling her work, Knight mundane. But if it’s lit for more information. explained how catering aspects of up beautifully, it can her work to her desired audience make all the difference is simply a part of being a creative in the world, even for something that isn’t professional. While she prefers to paint normally a striking scene. It’s all about on larger canvases, Knight shows smaller the light.” works at the Nancy Dodds Gallery in Knight’s work is also impressionistic Carmel because the quaint oceanside in the way that she manipulates the town is a popular tourist destination. thickness and texture of oil paint. The small works sell better there because “I tend to do a lot of palette knife many gallerygoers are not from the area painting, which keeps it loose and and must be able to transport their new somewhat thick,” she said. “I just love piece home. working with oil. I love the consistency, Though she said she “would paint large the viscosity, the color mixing. That’s one over small any day,” a small canvas can of my joys.” be advantageous for painting en plein air, Despite having painted for most of Knight said. When painting outdoors and her life, Knight said she is still always on location, the smaller and simpler the discovering new places to improve. supplies, the better. “I’ve been known to take paintings “When I first started plein air painting and if it hadn’t sold, I’ll bring it back and I remember I used a French easel, and it repaint the whole thing until I really collapsed on me on the beach, in the sand: feel good about it,” she said. “I think it painting face down,” Knight remembers. actually gets harder, the more you paint, “Now I’ve got it down to equipment that I to be satisfied with your work. You’d think can pretty much carry on my back. I try it would be the reverse. But I don’t want to keep it as simple as possible.” to stay where I’m at; I want to constantly Other than the small pieces that get better.” ∆ she shows in Carmel, Knight said Arts Writer Malea Martin is appreciating that painting outdoors is more about remembering the moment than creating a California landscapes. Send arts story tips to mmartin@newtimesslo.com. work she intends to sell.
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uben Fleischer (Venom, Gangster Squad) directs this sequel to his 2009 comedy horror film, Zombieland, about four survivors—Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson), Wichita (Emma Stone), and Little Rock (Abigail Breslin)—navigating a zombie apocalypse wasteland. In this follow-up, they slay a whole lot of zombies and encounter other survivors such as Madison (Zoey Deutch), Nevada (Rosario Dawson), Berkeley ZOMBIELAND: DOUBLE TAP (Avan Jogia), What’s it rated? R Albuquerque What’s it worth, Anna? Full price (Luke Wilson), What’s it worth, Glen? Full price and Flagstaff Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, (Thomas Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Middleditch). Somehow, Bill Murray—slain in the original—returns to play himself. (99 min.) WHO’S
Glen Set a few years after the original, this sequel finds America still overrun by zombies. Our four seasoned protagonists have gotten so good at killing zombies that they’ve even developed a taxonomy: Homers are the slow, easy-to-kill dimwitted zombies; Ninjas are the crafty zombies that can sneak up on you; and Hawkings are the super-smart zombies that are hard to evade. To spice things up, there’s a new kind of zombie, the T-800, a relentless, hard-to-kill zombie. The four are living in the White House, but they’re feeling restless, especially Little Rock, who’s tired of Tallahassee’s mothering and wants to meet someone her own age. Even Columbus and Wichita’s romance is becoming strained. Naturally, change is in the air. What follows is something of a road movie, albeit one populated by flesheating monsters and other survivors. Filled with the same pithy dialogue and gore of the original, Double Tap ups the ante with a bunch of new characters, a trip to Graceland, the search for a hippie utopia called Babylon, and a spectacular conclusion … that then gets even better during the credits with a flashback to the first day of the zombie apocalypse. The whole affair is a hoot! Anna Double Tap is a whole lot of fun in a world jam packed with zombies, just like the first Zombieland. The crew has done well sticking together, but the monotony of day-to-day living is getting to
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THE BADDEST OF THEM ALL? Tough guy Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson, left) faces off against tough guy Albuquerque (Luke Wilson, right), as Wichita (Emma Stone) and Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg) look on in the background.
them. Time for an adventure through the zombie-strewn wasteland of America! I’ve watched the first Zombieland countless times—something about that formula of humor and gore just calls to me—and I wasn’t disappointed with the follow-up. The same characters are there but they are also changed, after all it’s been a few years and they’ve all had some growing up to do—Little Rock especially. The young girl from the first film is now a young woman, one who feels cut off from her peers and lonely despite her constant companions. Harrelson is his usual awesome self as Tallahassee, in love with his big-ass truck and super overprotective of the young girl he helped raise. Wichita feels stifled by Columbus and soon takes off with her sister in a fly-by-night escape, leaving the two men in the dust. When Little Rock hooks up along the way with Berkeley, a hippie dude, the whole crew is back together in search of her along with Columbus’ new side piece, Madison, a ditzy blonde clad in all pink who has survived by living in a freezer at the mall. You can just imagine how much the rest of the crew loves their new tagalong friend. This movie is a whole lot of fun, and I have to agree the ending took the movie from good to great. Glen One of the running gags in the Zombieland reality is that you can take
whatever you want. We see Van Gogh paintings hanging on the wall; when Columbus asks Wichita to marry him, he proposes with the Hope Diamond; and when they arrive at Graceland and see it fallen to ruin, they discover that Nevada (Dawson) has decorated her house with everything from the King’s blue suede shoes to his white jumpsuit. Dawson is a terrific addition to the cast. She’s a badass and just the kind of larger-thanlife woman to attract the larger-than-life Tallahassee. Yes, of course Harrelson dons the jumpsuit! You can tell the whole cast is having fun making this film. Of
ABOMINABLE What’s it rated? PG What’s it worth? Rent it Where’s it showing? Galaxy, Park Jill Culton and Todd Wilderman come together for the first time as a director-duo to make DreamWorks’ Abominable. Chloe Bennet is the voice of Yi, a young girl who goes on an epic adventure across China to take a yeti back to its home on Mt. Everest. It might be charming enough for the kids, but the story idea has been done to death. (97 min.) —Karen Garcia
THE ADDAMS FAMILY What’s it rated? PG What’s it worth? Stream it
Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10, Sunset Drive-In Co-directors Greg Tiernan and Conrad Vernon helm this animated comedy about a peculiar and macabre family. Since cartoonist Charles Addams debuted his comic in The New Yorker in 1938, his macabre family of eccentrics has found its way into a beloved TV series (1964 to 1966), an animated TV series (1973 and again from 1992-’93), a couple popular films—The Addams Family (1991) and Addams Family Values (1993)—a direct-tovideo film (1998) that spawned another TV series (1998-’99), and a musical (2010). Now we have this animated film that seems to be aimed squarely as the nostalgia center of parents who may have seen reruns of the ’60s TV series or the ’90s films starring Angelica Huston as Morticia and Raul Julia as Gomez. If you’re that parent,
feel free to haul your tykes into the theater but don’t be surprised if you find yourself napping. This is pretty pedestrian stuff—a paint-by-numbers story about being yourself even if you’re different. It opens in “the old country,” where the Addams’ neighbors are finally fed up with their weirdness. Soon they’re run off and head to a place where they hope they can raise their children, Wednesday (Chloë Grace Moretz) and Pugsley (Finn Wolfhard), in peace. They go to a place “no one would be caught dead in”: New Jersey. The plan is working perfectly as they’ve lived in peace for 13 years. Pugsley is about to have his coming-of-age sword ceremony, the Mazurka. The various members of their extended family are due to arrive. Then the fog around their abandoned asylum/home lifts, and the townsfolk below can see the dilapidated
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TEAM WORK (Left to right) Little Rock (Abigail Breslin), Nevada (Rosario Dawson), Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), Wichita (Emma Stone), and Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson) face off against a zombie horde.
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course, this is a minor entertainment. It’s not trying to outdo the original, just recapture its magic. It’s just a breezy, gag-filled romp. Quintessential dumb blonde, Madison, is the butt of a lot of jokes, but even she has a little character arc as she learns to use sarcasm. Little Rock realizes that Berkeley is a poser and that she’s much too tough for him. All the main characters, who spend this sequel searching for a home to call their own, eventually realize that their home can be found in one another. It’s not exactly profound, but it is sweet. Mostly, Double Tap is fun, and sometimes that’s all you need out of a movie. Anna Exactly, this franchise doesn’t take itself too seriously and that’s half the fun. The writers seem to know the first film can’t be outdone by the follow-up, and that’s OK. Don’t take it all too seriously, and you’ll have fun re-entering this world with the cast of characters we met a decade ago. The final battle for Babylon is epic, but the real treat happens just as you think the film is over. Don’t hop up from your seat early! Double Tap is a joyous ride, and I’m betting if you loved the first one as much as I did, any excuse to re-enter their world is welcome. There’s a great scene where two doppelgangers played by Luke Wilson and Thomas Middleditch confront Tallahassee and Columbus. It had me giggling like crazy. Dawson is awesome as the badass motel baroness, and Zoey Deutch pulls off airhead Madison perfectly. There’s just a lot of fun to be had here. It’s definitely worth a trip to the theater. ∆
REVIEW SCORING FULL PRICE .... It’s worth the price of an evening showing MATINEE ........ Save a few bucks, catch an afternoon showing RENT IT .......... It’s worth a rental STREAM IT ..... Wait ’til Netflix has it NOTHING ........ Don’t waste your time structure, and worries about declining property values bring the Addams in contact with their neighbors, including obnoxious reality TV host Margaux Needler (Allison Janney), who’s trying to create the perfect community. Predictability follows. Nick Kroll as Uncle Fester is certainly a highlight. He really channels Jackie Coogan, who played the character on the ’60s TV show. In fact, the entire cast has talent galore. Bette Midler plays Grandma, Martin Short is Grandpa Frump and Catherine O’Hara as Grandma Frump. Snoop Dog is in a throwaway roll as the voice of It, but it’s still fun casting. I imagine he was high as a kite during his minimal voice work. Despite the talent, the story is too MOVIES continued page 40
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Tod Browning (and an uncredited Karl Freund) direct this classic 1931 horror film based on Bram Stoker’s novel about Count Dracula (Bela Lugosi), a vampire who with the help of his manservant Renfield (Dwight Frye) travels to England and preys upon virtuous Mina (Helen Chandler). Can John Harker (David Manners) and Van Helsing (Edward Van Sloan) save her from the bloodsucking fiend? The event is sponsored by the SLO International Film Festival, Vitalant Blood Services, and the Coastal Awakening. The film will be screened with Philip Glass’ modern score recorded in 1999 by Kronos Quartet. Vampire costumes encouraged! Tickets are $15 general and $12 for students at eventbrite.com. (75 min.) —Glen
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What’s it rated? Not rated What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? The Palm In this time-lapse filled nature doc, director Louie Schwartzberg (Mysteries of the Unseen World, Wings of Life) dives into the world of mushrooms and all the potential held by our favorite fungal friends to regenerate, treat disease, and sustain life. Paul Stamets suffered from a socially crippling stutter until he ate a bag of magic mushrooms and tripped his face off in a forest during a thunderstorm. He claims to have come out of the psychedelic experience with the diction of an acclaimed public speaker. Years later, when Stamets’ then 84-year-old mother was diagnosed with stage-four breast cancer, an experimental treatment that included several daily doses of turkey tail mushrooms saved her life and threw her into a full remission. Those are just a few of the mindbending fungal miracles you’ll hear about in Fantastic Fungi, which follows the work of doctors and mycologists (aka fungus researchers) like Stamets as they research the potential benefits mushrooms could have on human and environmental health. “There’s a feeling, the pulse of eternal knowledge,” narrates actress Brie Larson, who for some reason narrates the film as if she is in fact a mushroom. “When you sense the oneness, you are with us. We brought life to Earth. You can’t see us, but we flourish all around you, everywhere, in everything, and even inside you.” Who knew fungi were so deep? OK, so that part of the movie is annoying, especially because all the fungus poetry is overplayed with incessant time lapses of clouds moving and mushrooms sprouting and animals decaying. Get it? The circle of life? And I love Brie Larson, but she’s simply not David Attenborough, and if you can’t get Attenborough, why even try? But anyway, even without Attenborough, this documentary is still fascinating and poignant, as researchers throughout argue that many mushrooms are not only edible and delicious, they could play a crucial role in fighting climate change. Fungi—which is
blah to elicit much interest. You know what’s going to happen from the outset, that Wednesday and Needler’s daughter, Parker (Elsie Fisher), will find a way to get along and triumph over the mean girls in public school. The animation is pretty good and the characters really harken back to the original comic strip. The problem is the film’s one-note feel. Lines like these—“Are you unhappy darling?” “Terribly!” or “Come in. Make yourself uncomfortable”—grow stale quickly. I laughed out loud a few times, but I dosed off more often than I laughed. Maybe your kids will be amused, and it’s thankfully a brief 87 minutes, but if you’re longing to revisit the TV series, some episodes are available online, or you can rent the ’90s films. I would have been perfectly happy to have skipped this one. (105 min.) —Glen Starkey
BLACK AND BLUE What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Park, Stadium 10 Deon Taylor (Meet the Blacks, Traffik, The Intruder) directs this crime drama about rookie police officer Alicia West (Naomie Harris), who captures the murder of a young drug dealer on her body cam. When she realizes the perpetrators were corrupt cops, she has to escape the criminals out for vengeance as well as the cops who want the incriminating video. (108 min.) —Glen
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COUNTDOWN What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Park, Stadium 10 Writer-director Justin Dec (Rolling) helms this horror-thriller about Quinn (Elizabeth Lail), a nurse who downloads an app that tells users the precise moment of their deaths. She’s got three days to live and a mysterious figure haunting her. Can she run out the clock and escape her fate? (90 min.) —Glen
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THE CURRENT WAR: DIRECTOR’S CUT What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Stadium 10 Alfonso Gomez-Rejon (The Town That Dreaded Sundown, Me and Earl and the Dying Girl) has recut and rereleased his 2017 film about the race between Thomas Edison (Benedict Cumberbatch) and partners George Westinghouse (Michael Shannon) and Nikola Tesla (Nicholas Hoult), and their battle between alternating current or direct current technologies to power the world. (107 min.) —Glen
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Arts MOVIES from page 40 apparently pronounced “fun-jee”—store carbon deep underground, which is of course useful knowledge when it comes to our carbon-cutting goals; some strains have proven in studies to be more than adept at soaking up and basically eating oil spills, and then regenerating damaged ecosystems after; and other strains are being used for their immunity benefits to save the bees. How fun(gi)?! And because we humans only really care about ourselves, the film also delves into all the ways in which mushrooms are being used to improve human health. That includes research into the use of psilocybin mushrooms, aka magic mushrooms, aka shrooms, aka yes, finally! This is why we all came to this movie. Psilocybin are proving to be effective in reducing end-of-life anxieties in terminally ill patients, according to the film, in regenerating damaged brain cells, and are thought to help fight symptoms caused by Alzheimer’s. Some theorists even think magic mushrooms could have partially caused the rapid evolution of the human brain in prehistoric times. That’s right. We were all just stoned apes once. So even though I can’t get over the fact that Academy Award-winning actress Brie Larson pretended to be a mushroom for this film and that I’ve been pronouncing fungi incorrectly for 24 years, Fantastic Fungi proves that fungi really are just that: fantastic. (81 min.) —Kasey Bubnash
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What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Rent it Where’s it showing? Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Ang Lee (Eat Drink Man Woman, Brokeback Mountain, Life of Pi) directs this sci-fi actioner about an aging assassin (Will Smith) who’s being hunted by a younger clone of himself. If that sounds like fun, head to the theaters. A whopping 84 percent of the Rotten Tomatoes audiences enjoyed it. Sadly, it got a squished 25 percent among critics, who found the film visually impressive but undermined by a weak story. The film also uses the ultra-high-framerate technique, which leaves it looking fake and plastic. Ultimately, this is a case of a story that’s been languishing around Hollywood too long with too many writers fiddling with it. (117 min.) —Glen
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What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre Writer-director Lorene Scafaria (Seeking a Friend for the End of the World, The Meddler) helms this crime dramedy based on New York magazine reporter Jessica Pressler’s articles. A group of strip club performers, led by Ramona (Jennifer Lopez), exploit their Wall Street clients and extract their riches. Hustlers is definitely a film to take seriously, but it’s also simultaneously one of the funniest films of the year. (110 min.) —Caleb Wiseblood
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What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Bay, Downtown Centre, Fair Oaks, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Co-writer Todd Phillips (Old School, The Hangover, War Dogs) directs this character study and origin story of Arthur Fleck (Joaquin Phoenix), who after being rejected by society becomes Joker, Batman’s future arch nemesis. Like a mirror on contemporary society, Joker reflects our problems back to us—the widening gap between the haves and have-nots, paternalistic politician-“saviors” who believe they know best for the “misguided” underclass, and the dismantling of the social safety net by a government that abandons its marginalized. It’s a dark and depressing film, and it reminds me of the old saying, “Society gets the criminal it deserves.” (121 min.) —Glen
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What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? Park Rupert Gold’s (True Story) developing résumé includes a lot of directing films and television series based on true events and people. In the biopic Judy, he’s at it again, directing Renée Zellweger as America’s sweetheart and tragic figure, Judy Garland. The film takes a look at Frances Ethel Gumm’s— aka Judy Garland’s—last months of her life, while showing glimpses of her past encounters with Louis B. Mayer on the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) studio sets as a young actress. Zellweger did a fine job portraying Garland’s fragility, movements on stage, and frantic yet elegant mannerisms. She also belted out all of Garland’s greatest hits throughout the film beautifully, but hers lacked the fantasy that Garland’s voice possessed. I feel there was a lot missing from this story.
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What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? The Palm Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman direct this documentary about singer Linda Ronstadt, who in her 20s burst into the ’60s folk scene and went on to be one of the biggest music stars of the 20th century. The film, features interviews with Ronstadt, Bonnie Raitt, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, Jackson Browne, Maria Muldaur, and many more. Whether you’re a longtime fan or one of the uninitiated, you’ll find a lot to love here, from Ronstadt’s amazing voice to her inspirational life. Deeply moving, the film will have you clamoring for more of her music. (95 min.) —Glen
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What’s it rated? PG What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10, Sunset Drive-In Disney’s reimagined black-horned villainess, potentially gone soft, has graced the big screens once again with the direction of Joachim Rønning (co-director of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales) to tell the story of how pending nuptials could tear not only Maleficent (Angelina Jolie) and her goddaughter Aurora’s (Elle Fanning) life apart but the human and magical world as well. The first Maleficent (2014) live-action take
Angelina Jolie / Elle Fanning / Harris Dickinson I VANT TO SUCK YOUR BLOOD Bela Lugosi stars as the legendary vampire, Count Dracula, who heads to England to prey upon Mina (Helen Chandler), in the 1931 classic, Dracula, screening on Oct. 27, in the SLO Brew Rock Event Center. on the classic Sleeping Beauty (1959) focused on Maleficent’s origin story and how she cared for Aurora. This time around, Aurora’s love interest, Prince Phillip (Harris Dickinson), has asked for her hand in marriage and an overall intention for peace between the two worlds, but other forces are at work to sever that. The story itself is interesting enough, but the delivery falls a little flat. There’s just too much going on between the human world and magical
world, and then we’re introduced to a whole other world of creatures that look just like Maleficent. It’s a little tough to keep up with as an adult, let alone for a child. After being crowned as queen of the moors, a forest where the magical creatures live, Aurora is busy keeping order and peace in her land. A little chaos comes into the mix when Prince MOVIES continued page 42
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rom the first time I heard about Nailed It!, I wanted to love this show more than I do. What’s not to love about a cooking competition that makes a point of embracing failure without (undue) shame? Unfortunately, like the icing on most of the contestants’ creations, the show’s a bit thin. But, also like any sugary drizzle on any confection anywhere, the seeming lack of perfection won’t stop me from consuming a bit too much in one sitting. Lack of perfection is absolutely the point of Nailed It!, which is refreshing in the face of some of my favorite cooking competitions— namely The Great British Baking Show. My family and I have vainly entertained notions of attempting to bake the masterpieces shown on GBBS, but we know better by now. This is where Nailed It! succeeds—it gives me permission to ditch my inner perfectionist and just bake already. Last spring break, my girls
and I, inspired after having watched too many Nailed It! episodes, tried our hands at fondant for the first time. I made a semblance of a rose, one daughter made a fairy door on our pink cake, and my other piped a purple ribbon of something flower-like around the top of the cake. Yeah, we nailed it. The show also succeeds in being positive through and through, which makes it fun to watch with my 10- and 12-year-old daughters. The whole premise sets each show’s three contestants up for failure, and everyone knows it. The judges know it, the audience knows it, and the contestants themselves know it—though in the behind-the-scenes interviews, they come off like they know what they’re doing, and some are in flat-out denial about their inabilities. Hosts Nicole Byer and chef Jacques Torres, along with a guest judge each episode, do their best to not utterly freak out at the finished products, whether they’re horrifying, inedible displays or nearly recognizable confections. The judges all have something constructive, if not all-out positive, to say each time. Where Nailed It! falls off the side of “bingeable” show and into the realm of “hate watch” is that it lacks much substance. It’s glitzy and funny (but it tries a bit too hard) and there are serious prizes ($10,000!) for the novice home chef with cupcake bakery dreams or whatnot. But it rings hollow, like it’s not depending on much more than its schtick and
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DO THE TIME WARP AGAIN Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry, center), his groupie Columbia (Nell Campbell, left), and his domestic Magenta (Patricia Quinn) have a mad, sexy time in the cult classick, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, screening at the SLO Brew Rock Event Center and Downtown Centre. MOVIES from page 41 Phillip asks her to marry him and to have dinner with his parents at the castle to celebrate. The catch—because there’s
always a catch—Phillip’s mother insists that Maleficent joins in on the celebration as well, to which Maleficent replies something along the lines of, “Yeah right, why would I go hang with those jerks?” but
obliges anyway. If only Maleficent had heeded her own instincts, but then there would be no story. Turns out Phillip’s mother, Queen Ingrith (Michelle Pfeiffer), like all crazy mothers-in-law, is a psycho and basically accuses Maleficent of being evil. Maleficent doesn’t stand for any nonsense she’s spewing and uses her magic in selfdefense from the guards. In that moment of hysterics, Phillip’s dad, King John (Robert Lindsay), falls to the ground and Queen Ingrith is quick to blame Maleficent for casting a spell on him. Maleficent has had about enough of her bull-crap and tells Aurora its time to go home, but Aurora chooses to stay. A hurt Maleficent soars into the sky but a castle worker shoots a metal bead at Maleficent, injuring her. As she falls from the sky and into the water, a creature with horns and wings similar to hers dives into the water, saves her, and carries her back into the sky. Are you keeping up with me or did I lose you? That was merely the first 30 minutes, but maybe I could be exaggerating. Then the movie dives right into a showing certain someone is actually evil, there’s a whole other world of creature-humans, and humans basically suck because they believe they have the right to do whatever they want. While the film as a whole was entertaining, it just lacked a flow in the story. Not to mention the fact that it’s predictable. There were too many side stories that of course somehow come together in the end. But I don’t blame Jolie for a second; her portrayal of the character—down to the deep villainous voice she uses—is amazing. She was ruling the screen and the other characters were peasants in comparison. I would also mention that there was a lot of subtle violence for a PG-rated film. So if you’re a parent who doesn’t want their child to see people with wings being shot down by basically BB guns, maybe skip this one. (118 min.) —Karen
ONCE UPON A TIME … IN HOLLYWOOD What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy Writer-director Quentin Tarantino (Pulp Fiction, Kill Bill, Inglourious Basterds, Django Unchained, The Hateful Eight) helms this story set in 1969 Hollywood about fading TV star Rick Dalton (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his stunt double Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt) as they struggle to remain relevant in the changing entertainment industry. Tarantino’s ninth film features an ensemble cast and multiple storylines. (161 min.) —Glen
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(Tim Curry), who invites the couple to stay … and then things get real weird real fast! At the SLO Brew Rock Event Center, The SLOQueerdos will lead the audience participation tradition by re-enacting the musical numbers in front of a 19-by-9-foot movie screen. “Audience participation is strictly MANDATORY,” according to the organizers, which means bust out your fishnet stockings, lipstick, corset, and all the props (confetti, a newspaper, a squirt gun, a flashlight, rubber gloves, a noise maker, toilet paper, toast, a party hat, a bell, and playing cards). There are three screenings at SLO Brew Rock, so make sure you buy tickets (at ticketweb.com) to the correct screening. Screenings at Downtown Centre Cinemas are available on their website. —Glen
What’s it rated? Not rated Where’s it showing? The Palm The life and teaching of former Harvard psychologist Dr. Richard Alpert, who became American spiritual teacher and author Ram Dass, are explored in Jamie Catto’s new documentary. (81 min.) —Glen
WESTERN STARS What’s it rated? PG Where’s it showing? Galaxy, Stadium 10 Bruce Springsteen and his co-director Thom Zimny helm this concert film of Springsteen playing songs from his Western Stars album. (83 min.) —Glen
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BY BETH GIUFFRE
Farm to desk FarmSLO transforms what children eat, starting with San Luis Coastal school district’s cafeteria line
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n a triple-sized walk-in fridge, I see boxes of gorgeously irregular red, green, and yellow heirloom tomatoes and the few remaining melons from a 100-pound delivery of RobinSong Farms Charleston Grey melons. This is not a behind-the-scenes tour of SLO Foods Co-op or the inner workings of a posh farm-to-table restaurant in downtown Paso. This fridge belongs to Laguna Middle School, the central kitchen for all of San Luis Coastal school district’s cafeterias. “Kids say, ‘This is the best melon I’ve ever had.’ ‘This is the best tomato I’ve ever had,’” says Erin Primer, the district’s director of Food Services. Students not only get to enjoy local tomatoes, melons, and other produce in their school lunches, they get opportunities to talk with the people who grow the food through “meet the farmer” events Primer organizes in school cafeterias. These are the fruits of the San Luis Coastal Unified School District’s labors at the hands of Primer, who became the director of Food Services three years ago. Inspired by the Center for Ecoliteracy to reform school food, Primer not only wanted to make school lunches healthier, but she considered local farmers, ranchers, fishermen, and food purveyors a vital part of the big picture. Primer is partnering with Jeff Wade, founder/executive director of Slow Money SLO. The nonprofit provides funding for small farms and food purveyors and connects the small farm community to business opportunities. Primer made the decision to bring her school district into the FarmSLO program, which connects schools to Slow Money’s big protective hug surrounding Central Coast farms and ranches. Before long, San Luis Coastal’s food service program started teaming up with local, healthy, ethically raised Larder meat and ordering those immense Charleston Grey melons from RobinSong Farms in Templeton. These same cafeterias are selling out of such exotic items as homemade chocolate hummus. Primer is in charge of providing meals for a district with 7,700 enrolled students at 15 separate food sites, 30 percent of whom qualify for the free and reduced school lunch program. Every meal Primer serves cannot exceed the set meal price of $3.25. Would anyone like to raise their hand to estimate how many healthy food items three bucks can buy in the real world? On the upside, Michelle Obama’s “healthy school meals” program helped eliminate sodas and candy from the cafeterias since President Obama’s tenure. Thanks to that national initiative and Primer’s know-how, what you won’t see at this district’s school cafeterias are fried
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FarmSLO is a new program of Slow Money SLO, a nonprofit established in 2012, whose mission is to support the sustainable growth of small food, farm, ranch, and beverage purveyors to benefit the local food economy and the health of SLO County. The FarmSLO program includes working with San Luis Coastal Unified Food Services and other school food service programs to increase farm buying. For more information on Slow Money and FarmSLO, visit slowmoneyslo.org, or call (805) 300-2805. PHOTO BY BETH GIUFFRE
MEAL PREP Great care is taken in healthy meal planning for San Luis Coastal schools, and as a hub for 15 school sites, Laguna Middle School’s kitchen is enormous, sparkling clean, and impressive. PHOTO BY BETH GIUFFRE PHOTO COURTESY OF ERIN PRIMER
TWO VISIONARIES, ONE MELON FarmSLO founder Jeff Wade (right) stands with Director of Food Services for San Luis Coastal USD Erin Primer as she holds a Charleston Grey melon from a 100-pound box delivered by Robin Song Farms in Templeton. She said she bought them out of their harvest this time around!
STUDENTS MEET THEIR FARMERS A big part of Director of Food Services Erin Primer’s vision for San Luis Obispo County Schools is food and nutrition education. Here students learn about the food served in their cafeteria at a “Meet the Farmer” event.
foods and trans fats. What you will see is an opportunity for healthy choices. For instance, Primer just purchased hundreds of pounds of Los Osos-based Kandarian Farms organic grain. Then Primer’s team made those ingredients into a carnitas burrito bowl with a side of grain salad, replacing the croutons with a side of toasted farro. Primer says the kids loved it. During our tour of Laguna Middle School’s sparkling clean central kitchen, I notice friendly workers bustling in the food prep areas, gearing up to stock the salad bars. Other workers are also preparing sweet potato fries, homemade guacamole to go with tacos, and homemade chocolate chip cookies. Out back, behind the bike racks, food delivery trucks are pulling up, their sides adorned with big photos of a bright, smiling young lady holding handfuls of sliced oranges. When an item is organic or local, Primer’s interns and food service staff make signs on
the lunch line, and children receive regular health and wellness education on ecology, food and sustainability, and systems change straight from the Center for Ecoliteracy playbook. Her impressive catering background enables her to be right at home in the Laguna Middle School industrial kitchen. “When I came to school food, I realized so many things are different from the catering world. Budgets are a lot smaller, and plate cost is a lot different. But having that background of high-quality food, local food, amazing food and dining experiences, I didn’t understand why that didn’t bridge to students,” she says, noting that this is the right time to change the school food systems. “And I saw a lot of opportunity for positive change by having these sorts of values around food and about working with who’s around and what is within your local community,” Primer says. Primer and Wade tell me they’re working on Lucia Mar District next, and
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they plan to expand to North County and beyond. “Look at where we’ve come from,” Primer says. “It’s pretty amazing in a short amount of time.” Primer says she appreciates forming local partnerships. “The work that Jeff [Wade] has done in really wanting to support and promote local farms is incredible,” she says. “It’s really beyond my grasp.” Wade, who comes from a background of high-tech marketing, sales, and business consulting, says that there’s a welcoming culture here for such endeavors. “This region is a very open, acceptable region for starting new ventures,” Wade says. After he and his wife moved here from Orange County, he says he was glad to learn the SLO community was all about getting locals involved and finding people who share the interest of sustainable farming practices. He has a special place in his heart for helping small farmers and artisan food purveyors thrive. Primer says she wants to see even more local farms, ranches, and food purveyors walking into the school food arena. She recently sent out a $100,000 pizza bid to the entire county—but the only taker was a large national chain. Maybe with the help of the FarmSLO program, Primer will be seeing more bids from local pizza restaurants It seems that the right gears are in place to make this happen—since Slow Money SLO began in 2012, the organization has secured 53 lenders, 130 loans, $1.26 million in funding, and has found 26 food system beneficiaries. So keep an eye on what Primer and Wade have going on. ∆ Flavor writer Beth Giuffre is always learning while eating. Send kneadable knowledge to bgiuffre@newtimesslo.com.
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Flavor NEWS NIBBLES SEASONAL EATS Feeling empathy for local businesses affected by recent Shell Beach construction? Mike McCarthy, who owns McCarthy’s car dealership in SLO, is bringing the community together to his seaside home, 1780 Ocean Blvd., Pismo Beach, on Oct. 26 from 3 to 7 p.m. to help the Shell Beach Improvement Group help these businesses grow strong, for a Fall Sundown Social. Benefit tickets are $35 at brownpapertickets.com ($45 at the door) and include beer by Shell Beach Brewhouse, wine by Stillwater Winery, food by local restaurants, live music, and gift bags by Habitat Home & Garden … Cars are revving up this week: the Kiwanis Club of Bay-Osos is holding the 41st annual Oktoberfest and 14th annual Car Show on Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on 2nd Street in Los Osos. The longest running Oktoberfest on the Central Coast will feature a beer garden with local breweries and wineries, local artisans, food vendors, activities for children, and the popular car show … Soup is on for Oct. 27, 1 to 4 p.m. at the Dallidet Adobe, 1185 Pacific St., SLO. The Dallidet Gardens Soup Tasting, hosted by The History Center of San Luis Obispo County, celebrates the culmination of the Dallidet Garden harvest and the work of Cal Poly Professor Emeritus Dave Hannings (who led the efforts to garden with veggies and fruits from 19th century France). Attendees may taste an array of seven sweet and savory soups served with artisan crackers. Tickets are $30 at historycenterslo.org.
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EAT AND LEARN Live a day in the life of an olive farmer during an Olea Farm Olive Harvest Experience on Oct. 26 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or noon to 4 p.m.) at Olea Farm Olive Oil, 2985 Templeton Road. This is a rare opportunity to roll up your sleeves and participate in the harvest, then taste the fruits of your labor. Participants will arrive to a meet-
and-greet with refreshments and light snacks. Following will be a discussion on Olea’s harvesting methods, and then out to the orchards to pick olives, harvest at the Mobile Mill, and a lesson on the process and techniques of turning olives into liquid gold. Tickets are $85 at airbnb.com and include a bottle of EVOO you fill yourself. ∆ Flavor writer Beth Giuffre is always up for a bottle of liquid gold. Send dipping bread and newsy nibbles to bgiuffre@ newtimesslo.com.
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For the Rhone-wine lovers here in SLO County, your ears may perk up to what is going on at Tablas Creek. Chateau de Beaucastel is renowned for using all the permitted Chateauneuf du Pape varieties in their blends. Tablas Creek Vineyard has been working on a project bringing the complete collection of these varieties to work with by partnering with Perrins of Chateau de Beaucastel and pioneering importer Robert Haas. At Tablas Creek, 4 acres have been set aside as increase blocks for these new grape varieties, and it’s pretty exciting to find out that wines have already been made from their first few harvests. Tablas Creek will now wait and see what their colleagues and neighbors do with this vine material. While historically the Chateauneuf du Pape appellation in France’s Rhone Valley recognized 13 different grapes, 14 are planted at Beaucastel, counting grenache noir and grenache blanc separately. Tablas Creek Vineyard brought in high-quality clones of six of these when they began their project in 1989: grenache, mourvèdre, syrah, counoise, roussanne, and grenache blanc (they also brought in viognier and marsanne, which are traditional Cotes du Rhone grapes though not permitted in Chateauneuf du Pape). In 1998, Tablas Creek imported picpoul blanc. In 2003, Haas worked out an agreement with UC Davis to bring in the remaining grapes (cinsaut, clairette blanche, terret noir, muscardin, vaccarèse, bourbelenc, and picardan). These vines underwent a rigorous indexing process conducted at UC Davis, and have been released to Tablas Creek Vineyard one by one as they have been found to be virus-free. Three of the grapes (clairette blanche, terret noir, and picardan) are currently in production at Tablas Creek. Three more (bourboulenc, vaccarese, and cinsaut) were planted in 2017. Muscardin was released from quarantine last year and has been propagated in Sonoma since then. With the grafting of 250 buds onto rootstocks at Tablas Creek this summer, the winery looks forward to having all 14 in production within a few years. The 2018 Tablas Creek Vineyard picardan, which retails at $30, is their third varietal bottling of this unique estategrown grape, propagated from budwood cuttings from the Château de Beaucastel estate. With aromas of green tea, citrus on the palate, and creamy mineral body, this white Rhone is to be savored. Visit the tasting notes at tablascreekvineyard.com. ∆ Flavor writer Beth Giuffre is a unique varietal. Send your favorite beverages to sip and swirl to bgiuffre@newtimesslo.com.
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FILE NO. 2019-2205 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STEEL FITNESS ACADEMY, STEEL FITNESS COMPANY, 868 ½ Upham St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Jenna Alexandra Miller (868 ½ Upham St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jenna Alexandra Miller, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-16-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 0916-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2238 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/06/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ETCETERA ETCETERA, 789 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Peter John Wheeler (789 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Peter J Wheeler. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-19-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Gibson, Deputy. Exp. 09-19-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2242 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/19/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MORRO BAY SPIRITUAL SUPPLY, 875 Main St., Ste. C, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Sharon Marie Degnan (2805 Hemlock Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sharon Marie Degnan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-19-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 09-19-24. September 26, October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2251 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/13/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SOMATIC RESILIENCY, 7730 Morro Road, Suite 207, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Kari Stettler (1997 Geneseo Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kari Stettler. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-1919. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-19-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
FILE NO. 2019-2255 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/20/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CVS/PHARMACY #9909, 8320 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C. (Once CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C., Melanie K. Luker, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-20-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-20-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2256 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/20/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CVS/PHARMACY #9892, 827 Oak Park Blvd., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C. (Once CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C., Melanie K. Luker, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-20-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-20-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2257 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/20/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CVS/PHARMACY #9345, 717 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C. (Once CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C., Melanie K. Luker, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-20-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-20-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2259 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/20/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CVS/PHARMACY #9592, 1435 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C. (Once CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C., Melanie K. Luker, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-20-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-20-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2260 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/20/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CVS/PHARMACY #9873, 1300 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C. (Once CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C., Melanie K. Luker, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-20-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-20-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2261 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/20/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CVS/PHARMACY #9925, 187 Niblick Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C. (Once CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Longs Drug Stores California, L.L.C., Melanie K. Luker, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-20-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-20-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2266 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TIPSY TAPS BAR RENTAL, 1130 Rachel Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Renee M Elliott (1130 Rachel Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Renee Elliott. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-23-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 09-23-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2275 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MORRO BAY BUTCHER & DELI, 911 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Casa De Love LLC (160 Damar Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Casa De Love LLC, Jillian J. Montgomery, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-23-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-23-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2282 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/08/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JOHNNYLAWN, 9131 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Johnette Jamie Segreto (9131 San Gabriel Road, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Johnette Jamie Segreto, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-24-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2284 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/24/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, IMAJIZE, SPINTECH, SHOESHOT, 1301 Carmel Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Spinshot, Inc. (1301 Carmel Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Spinshot, Inc., Michael Allen, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-24-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2285 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/23/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MONTANA DE ORO TOFFEE, 2001 Doris, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Michele Ann King (2001 Doris, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michele King, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-24-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2286 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/24/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, AR & COMPANY PR & MARKETING, 612 12th Street, Suite 204, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Daisy Products, LLC (612 12th Street, Suite 204, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Daisy Products, LLC, Denise A. RobinsonPlatz, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-2419. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2288 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/16/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MERINGUE WINE COMPANY,BEZI, 890 Osos St., Suite H, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Anthony Bozzano, LLC (890 Osos St., Suite H, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Anthony Bozzano, LLC, Anthony Bozzano, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-2419. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2290 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/19/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STOCKMANS, STOCKMAN’S WATER AND ENERGY, 3595 Sueldo St., Ste. 100, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Stockman’s Energy, Inc. (3595 Sueldo St., Ste. 100, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Stockman’s Energy, Inc., Kirk Story, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-2419. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2294 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/24/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VAGNONI RESEARCH AND CONSULTING, 548 Saratoga Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. David B Vagnoni (548 Saratoga Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ David B Vagnoni, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-2419. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2339 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, OCEANO MARKET AND GAS, 1711 Front St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. DD Fuel & Market Inc. (18957 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92508). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ DD Fuel & Market Inc., Danial George, CEO, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-01-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 10-01-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2295 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/21/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MZR FITNESS INC., 3536 South Higuera Street, Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. MZR Fitness Inc. (3536 South Higuera Street, Suite 200, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ MZR Fitness Inc., Michael Robinson (President). This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-25-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 0925-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2296 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/20/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TIENDITA FARM, 2520 Tienda Place, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Maricela Laris Cuellar (2520 Tienda Place, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Maricela Laris Cuellar, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-2519. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-25-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2297 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/30/18) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GREENMILK LLC, 2685 Lynch Canyon Rd., Bradley, CA 93426. San Luis Obispo County. Scott Gillen (3806 Cross Creek Rd., Unit C, Malibu, CA 90265). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Greenmilk LLC, Scott Gillen, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-25-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 0925-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2301 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HANNAH MOTTA SOCIAL MEDIA CONSULTING, 747 Mill Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Hannah Layman (747 Mill Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Hannah Layman. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-25-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0925-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2304 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE NATURAL LASS, VALERIE HINES, 1860 Don Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Valerie Hines (2466Tierra Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Valerie Hines, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-26-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 09-26-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2305 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ITECH SOLUTIONS, 355 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The ITECH Group, Inc. (355 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ The ITECH Group, Inc., Brian Weiss, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-26-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 09-26-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2312 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/26/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, J G B TRUCKING, 1550 Guadalupe Street, Guadalupe, CA 93434. San Luis Obispo County. Juan Gutierrez (384 Mars Ct., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Juan Gutierrez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-26-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0926-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2315 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, IGNITE BOOTY SCHOOL, 1280 Scott Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Shawna Marie Battaglia-Winfield (1280 Scott Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Shawn BattagliaWinfield, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-26-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 09-26-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
FILE NO. 2019-2323 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/30/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, AUTO GLASS EXPERTS SLO, 753 Petersen Ranch Rd., Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Jose Antonio Prado (2302 Johnson Dr., Santa Maria, CA 93458). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jose Prado, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-30-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 09-30-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2316 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ANCIENT MEDICINE NURSE, 660 Vista Del Rio, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Sandra Lourido (660 Vista Del Rio, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sandra Lourido. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-26-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-26-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2330 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/02/1990) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SERVICES BY TIM, 225 Tank Farm Rd., Suite C4, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Tim L Stapf (39407 Broad St., Unit 396, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tim L Stapf, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-30-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 0930-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2317 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/18/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DUCKIE’S CHOWDER HOUSE, 55 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Duckie’s, Inc. (55 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Duckie’s, Inc., Christopher Dorn, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-26-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-26-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
FILE NO. 2019-2334 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/17/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HACIENDA, 1689 Granache Way, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Amanda Torres (1689 Granache Way, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amanda Torres. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-01-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1001-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2321 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2014) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TOOTH AND NAIL WINERY, RABBLE WINE CO., 3090 Anderson Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Tolliver Ranch Brands, LLC (P.O. Box 5090, Paso Robles, CA 93447). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Tolliver Ranch Brands, LLC, Rob Murray, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-27-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 09-27-24. October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
FILE NO. 2019-2335 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HIGH MOUNTAIN ROAD, LLC, 90 West Pozo Rd., Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. High Mountain Road, LLC (1646 4th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ High Mountain Road, LLC, Timothy S Reed, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-01-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-01-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2340 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, M & L CLOWDUS HANDYMAN SERVICES, 3860 South Higuera St. SP#166, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Mathew Richard Clowdus, Lacy Dawn Clowdus (3860 South Higuera St. SP#166, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Lacy Clowdus, Co-Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-01-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. R. Parashis, Deputy. Exp. 10-01-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2341 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ST. EVA HILL VINEYARD, 6172 Hawk Ridge Place, San Miguel, CA 93451. San Luis Obispo County. Worldwide Quality Network, Inc. (6172 Hawk Ridge Place, San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Worldwide Quality Network, Inc., Daniel Urbaniak, Executive Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-01-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 10-01-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2343 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BARBER DOZA, 1033 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Matthew Aaron Mendoza (1947 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Matthew Mendoza. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-02-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 10-02-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2345 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ROSE AVENUE PROPERTIES, 1697 Sydney Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Stephen B. Barasch (1697 Sydney Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Stephen B. Barasch. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-02-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 10-02-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2346 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CINDY’S VIRTUAL SERVICES, 1276 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Cynthia Jean Thomas (1276 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cynthia Thomas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-02-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 10-02-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
FILE NO. 2019-2369 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BOW AND ARROW CO, 461 Binscarth Rd., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Jaime Sterling Lewis (461 Binscarth Rd., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jaime Lewis, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2372 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ART AND SOUL OASIS, 711 Honey Grove Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Linda Barbara Blevins (711 Honey Grove Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Linda Barbara Blevins. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
FILE NO. 2019-2347 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WEDDING HONORS BY JANE, 1364 Oceanaire Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Jane Pearlman Renahan (1364 Oceanaire Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jane Renahan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-02-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 10-02-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2350 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/02/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TL ELECTRIC, 9405 Avenida Maria, Apt. 105, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Tim Lee Lentz (9405 Avenida Maria, Apt. 105, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tim Lentz, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-02-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 10-02-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2352 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/02/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, OLD ROY’S GARDENING, 623 Longbranch Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Sharon Paola Cabrera (623 Longbranch Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sharon Cabrera, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-02-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 10-02-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2368 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/01/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HUSH STUDIO OF MASSAGE, 1141 Pacific St. #D, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Sophie Marie Oatman (181 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sophie Oatman. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2373 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/1974) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PISMO BEACH VACATION RENTALS, PISMO BEACH VACATION TOWNHOMES, ADDIE BEACH VACATION TOWNHOMES, ADDIE VACATION TOWNHOMES, MCDERMOTT REALTY, MCDERMOTT RENTALS, 166 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 934492018. San Luis Obispo County. Effie R. McDermott (166 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 934492018). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Effie R. McDermott. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2374 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/04/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PISMO BEACH HISTORY TOURS, PISMO BEACH TOURS, PISMO BEACH WALKING TOURS, PISMO TOURS, PISMO BEACH HISTORY GUIDES, PISMO BEACH GUIDED TOURS, PISMO BEACH COMPANY, PISMO BEACH TOUR COMPANY, 166 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 934492018. San Luis Obispo County. Effie R. McDermott (166 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 934492018) Cynthia R. Brown (154 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 93449-2018). This business is conducted by A Copartnership /s/ Effie R. McDermott. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2378 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/07/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALAN BURG ELECTRIC, ALAN BURG CONSTUCTION, ABC, 1465 Island Court, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Jason Alan Von Burg (1465 Island Court, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jason Von Burg, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-07-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 10-07-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2379 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/15/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GREENLIFE GARDENING, 1797 Woodview Ave., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Josue Melendez Cortes (1797 Woodview Ave., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Josue Melendez Cortes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-07-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 10-07-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2382 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/20/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CHAPARRAL BUSINESS MACHINES, 825 Riverside Avenue, Suite 6, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Officia Imaging, Inc. (720 4th Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101). This business is conducted by A NV Corporation /s/ Officia Imaging, Inc., Todd Rogers, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-07-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 10-07-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2385 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST UNCORKED, CCU, 1928 Upper Lopez Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Chenise Turrey (1928 Upper Lopez Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420), Jamie Turrey (5705 Dolores Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Chenise Turrey. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-07-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 1007-24. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2397 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/08/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MARCEL ALAIN PHOTOGRAPHY, 8350 Linda Vista Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Marcel Alain Martinez (8350 Linda Vista Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Marcel A. Martinez, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-08-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-08-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2399 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/31/1983) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CREEKSIDE MOBILEHOME COMMUNITY, CREEKSIDE COMMUNITY, 3960 S. Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Edwin John Evans, EPI limited Partnership (1370 N. Brea Blvd, Suite 216, Fullerton, CA 92835). This business is conducted by A Limited Partnership /s/ Edwin John Evans, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-08-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1008-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2401 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SIOUX ENTERPRISES DBA CASTLE SUPPLY, 110 Mary Ave. #2 206, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Jerry G Piper (110 Mary Ave. #2 206, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jerry G Piper, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-09-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-09-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2402 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/09/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL LIGHTING, 449 Abramson Rd., Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Patrick Lancaster (449 Abramson Rd., Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Patrick Lancaster. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-09-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1009-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2414 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, 805 SEEDS, 805 DISCING, 745 Eucalyptus Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Coastal Ag Development Inc (745 Eucalyptus Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Coastal Ag Development Inc, Jason Werner, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-10-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 10-10-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2415 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HOME HELPERS, 182 Rodeo Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Eric E Wildey (182 Rodeo Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Eric Wildey, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-1019. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 10-10-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2437 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VILLAGE CREATIVE, 227 E Branch St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Emily Ann Zimmerman (7415 Huasna Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Emily Zimmerman, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-15-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 10-15-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2477 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/1995) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LAW OFFICES OF MICHAEL J. BOYAJIAN, 1178 E. Grand Avenue, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Michael J. Boyajian, Esq. (348 N. 11th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael J. Boyajian, Esq. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-21-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-21-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2428 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2000) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALLTECH COMPUTERS, SLO COMPUTER REPAIR, SAN LUIS COMPUTER REPAIR, SAN LUIS OBISPO COMPUTER REPAIR, ARROYO GRANDE COMPUTER REPAIR, AG COMPUTER REPAIR, 917 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Michael T Woo (917 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael Woo, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-11-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-11-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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CITY OF GROVER BEACH NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be received by the City Clerk of the City of Grover Beach at the City Clerk’s Office at 154 South 8th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433 until 2:00 p.m., on Monday, November 18, 2019, and promptly thereafter all bids that have been duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud for furnishing to said City all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, services and supplies necessary to construct and complete the construction of the: CIP 4267 (2019): Community Development Block Grant Waterline Replacement Project General Work Description: In general, the Base Bid Work shall be water main improvements to increase fire flow and domestic water pressure. The work includes the installation of water distribution lines, valves, hydrants and service laterals on sections of Trouville Avenue, Seabright Avenue, Manhattan Avenue, and S. 16th Street and along five courts: Stinson Court, Dover Court, Malibu Court, Jalama Court, and Rincon Court. The estimated opinion of probable construction cost for this Base Bid Work is $818,000. Conditions of Submitting a Bid: Bids are required for the entire Work described herein. The Contractor shall possess a Class A license at the time this Contract is awarded through Contract acceptance (Public Contract Code Section 10164). The Contractor and all subcontractors will be required to obtain a City of Grover Beach Business Tax Certificate at the time the Contract is awarded. This Contract is subject to state contract nondiscrimination and compliance requirements pursuant to Government Code, Section 12990. Notice to Bidders, Plans, Special Provisions, and Proposal Forms may be inspected at the Public Works Office in Grover Beach, California, and copies of said documents may be obtained through the Blueprint Express Plan Room: http://www.beplanroom.com/public.php. No bid will be received unless it is made on a Proposal Form furnished by the City. Bids received via FAX will not be considered. Each bid shall be accompanied by cash, certified or cashier’s check, or bidder’s bond for not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the base bid, made payable to the City of Grover Beach. Pursuant to Section 1773 of the Labor Code, the general prevailing wage rates in the county, or counties, in which the work is to be done have been determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations. These wages are set forth in the General Prevailing Wage Rates for this project available from the California Department of Industrial Relations’ Internet web site at http://www.dir.ca.gov/OPRL/PWD/. Future effective general prevailing wage rates, which have been predetermined and are on file with the California Department of Industrial Relations are referenced but not printed in the general prevailing wage rates. Bidders are hereby informed that the project is subject to Davis Bacon and Federal Wage Requirements. Contractors shall be required to pay the higher of the State and Federal Wage rates established by the bid date. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations and Department of Labor. Pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5, no contractor or subcontractor may be listed on a bid proposal or be awarded a contract for public work on public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations and the Department of Labor. Bidders on this work must comply with all State, Federal and local government requirements. Notice is also hereby given that any or all bidders may be required to furnish a sworn statement of their financial responsibility, technical ability and experience before award is made to any particular bidder. Bidders shall contact the City of Grover Beach Department of Public Works office at (805) 473-4530 the day prior to bid opening to obtain any bidding addenda information. Submittal of a signed bid shall be evidence that the Bidder has obtained this information and that the bid is based on any changes contained therein. Submittal of Bidder’s Inquiries: Inquiries or questions based on alleged patent ambiguity of the plans, specifications or estimate must be communicated as a bidder inquiry prior to bid opening. Bidder’s inquiries shall be submitted in writing via e-mail to the City of Grover Beach, Public Works Department, at: PublicWorks@groverbeach. org. The cutoff time that the City will accept bidder’s inquiries is 5:00 p.m. on the fifth business day prior to the bid opening date. Do not count the bid opening date when counting the days. The City will respond to inquires via bidding addenda. Any such inquiries, submitted after the cutoff time of receiving bidder’s inquiries, will not be treated as a bid protest. Bid Submittal Instructions: On the outside of the bid envelope the Bidder shall indicate the following: 1. Name and Address of Bidder 2. Name of project on which bid is submitted 3. Date and time of bid opening The right is reserved by the City of Grover Beach to reject any or all bids, to evaluate the bids submitted, and award the Contract to the lowest responsible bidder. The City further reserves the right to waive any informalities or minor irregularities in the bid. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of sixty (60) working days after the date set for the opening thereof. Dated this 17th day of October, 2019, at the City of Grover Beach, California.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WHO: San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors WHEN: Tuesday, November 5, 2019, at 9:00 a.m. (All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out the agenda placement call the Planning Department at 781-5600) WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by the COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO for amendments to Title 22 and Title 19 to extend the Water Neutral New Development programs in the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin to January 1, 2025, formalize procedures for managing the Agricultural Offset Ordinance regarding application review and establishment of water duty factors, and remove Off-site Agricultural Offset Clearances. Also for consideration is a request to amend the Position Allocation Listing for Fund Center 142 – Planning and Building Department to extend one Limited Term Planner I – III position to December 31, 2025. County File Number: LRP2019-00007 Assessor Parcel Number: Various Supervisorial District: 1 and 5 Date Accepted: N/A WHERE: The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey St., Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers is located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the hearing all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: You may contact Kip Morais, Project Manager, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, 976 Osos Street, Room 200, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, (805) 781-5600. The staff report will be available for review the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date on the County’s website at www.slocounty. ca.gov. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: Also to be considered is the environmental determination and approval of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Addendum was prepared because the proposed change would not result in any new significant impacts that were not evaluated in the previously certified Final EIR Countywide Water Conservation Program, October 27,2015. The Environmental Coordinator finds that the previously certified Final EIR is adequate for the purposes of compliance with CEQA because 1) no substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revision of the previously certified FEIR, 2) no substantial changes will occur with respect to the circumstance under which the project is undertaken that would require major revisions of the previously certified FEIR, and 3) no new information of substantial importance has been identified which was not known at the time that the previous FEIR was certified. **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**
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) will hold a Public Hearing on November 6, 2019, to receive public testimony on the 2019 Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP) Amendment No. 7. The 2019 FTIP Amendment No. 7 consists of the following changes: 1.) Route 46 Corridor Improvements (Cholame) increase FY21 Construction phase by $21.5M 2) Route 46/41 Wye increase FY19 Right-of-Way funding increase $10M 3.) Toro Creek Bridge Replacement FY20 Construction funding increase $3M 4.) Maintenance Asphalt Overlay - Pismo Beach to Avila Beach Drive FY20 Construction phase increase by $400k Additional information about the 2019 FTIP can be found at https://slocog. org/programs/funding-programming/federal-transportation-improvementprogram-ftip The FTIP is the region’s transportation programming document that contains a comprehensive listing of surface transportation projects that receive federal funds, are subject to a federally required action, or are regionally significant. Highway and local road projects, public transit, bicycle and pedestrian projects are included in the FTIP based on programmed and committed federal, state, and local funding over the next four years. The San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority (RTA), the City of San Luis Obispo Transit agency and the South County Transit (SCT) agency rely upon SLOCOG, the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) to meet the public participation requirements for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Program of Projects. Individuals wishing accessibility accommodations at this meeting, under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), may request such accommodations to aid hearing, visual, or mobility impairment (including Limited English Proficiency [LEP]) by contacting SLOCOG offices at 781-4219. Please note that 48 hours advance notice is needed to honor your request. Please refer to www.slocog.org for the meeting agenda and further information. The hearing will be held during the SLOCOG Board “Special” meeting that immediately follows the Regional Transit Authority (RTA) meeting (RTA starts at 8:30 a.m.) on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, in the County Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Government Center, 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California. For more information, write to SLOCOG, 1114 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, or contact John DiNunzio (805) 781-5764, or email at jdinunzio@slocog.org. October 24, 2019
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING LEARN ABOUT THE LOS OSOS COMMUNITY PLAN AND THE LOS OSOS HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN AT AN UPCOMING PUBLIC MEETING On Monday, October 28 from 6:00-8:00 PM at the Sea Pines Golf Resort in Los Osos, the public will have an opportunity to learn about the Habitat Conservation Plan and the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Los Osos Community Plan Update. The Los Osos Community Plan is the official plan for land use and transportation that will determine how the community will grow and develop over the next 20 years with consideration of the importance of protecting natural resources and providing adequate infrastructure. Attend the public meeting to: 1. Learn about the Habitat Conservation Plan and the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Los Osos Community Plan Update. 2. Understand when and how you can provide feedback on one or both plans. Please join us on Monday, October 28, 2019 from 6:00-8:00 PM at the Sea Pines Golf Resort in Los Osos. To review and comment on the Habitat Conservation Plan and associated environmental documents, please see the following websites: Notice in the Federal Register and where to comment: https://www.federalregister.gov/ documents/2019/10/02/2019-21339/los-osos-habitatconservation-plan-environmental-assessment-and-receipt-ofapplication-community-of Habitat Conservation Plan and Environmental Assessment: h t t p s : / / w w w. f w s . g o v / v e n t u r a / d o c s / L o s O s o s H C P / LosOsosHCPNewsRelease.html Draft Environmental Impact Report: www.slocounty.ca.gov/LosOsosHCP To review the Draft Environmental Impact Report, for the Los Osos Community Plan please to this web site: www.slocounty.ca.gov/LosOsosPlan
DATED: October 21, 2019
County responses to all written comments will be published in the Final EIR.
City of Grover Beach STATE OF CALIFORNIA
WADE HORTON, EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Comments and questions may be submitted to Kerry Brown, Planner by email: kbrown@co.slo.ca.us or at the following address:
Gregory A. Ray, P.E. Public Works Director/City Engineer
By: /s/ T’Ana Christiansen Deputy Clerk
Department of Planning and Building ATTN: Los Osos Community Plan Update/Kerry Brown 976 Osos Street, Room 300 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
October 17 and October 24, 2019
October 24, 2019
October 24, 2019
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CITY OF GROVER BEACH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Grover Beach will conduct a Public Hearing at 6:00 p.m., or soon thereafter, in City Hall, on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2019 IN City Hall, Council Chamber, 154 South Eighth Street, Grover Beach, CA to consider the following item: SUBJECT: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GROVER BEACH, CALIIFORNIA AMENDING GROVER BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE ARTICLE VIII BUILDING REGULATIONS TO ADOPT THE 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODES, INCLUDING THE 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, 2019 CALIFORNIA REFERENCE STANDARDS CODE, AND 2018 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, AND A RESOLUTION ADOPTING LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS SUPPORTING AMENDMENTS AND REVISIONS TO THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE AND OTHER ABOVE ENUMERATED CODES PURSUANT TO THE HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTIONS 17958.7 AND 18941.45. The City Council will consider an Ordinance amending the Grover Beach Municipal Code Article VIII to update the current above enumerated Codes. Where You Come In: Any member of the public may appear at the meeting and be heard on the item described in this notice or submit written comments to the Community Development Department prior to the meeting by personal delivery or by mail to: City of Grover Beach, Community Development, 154 S. Eighth Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433, or by email to: comdev@groverbeach.org.
The San Luis Obispo Architectural Review Commission will hold a Regular Meeting, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2019, AT 5:00 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room, Room 9, of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, on the items listed below: PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1.
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Review of seven two-story structures consisting of approximately 160,000 square feet of office and industrial space. The project is consistent with the Margarita Area Specific Plan Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and Supplemental Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) adopted for Vesting Tentative Tract Map #3011. Project Address: 301 Prado; Case#: ARCH-0424-2019; Zones: BP-SP, C/OS-SP; 301 Prado Group, applicant; Prado Park LLC, owner. Review of 1,386-square foot building addition and façade remodel of an existing commercial structure. Project includes the removal of a kiosk structure near the corner of Broad Street and Francis Avenue and additional landscaping. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); Project Address: 2550 Broad; Case #: ARCH-0528-2019, Zone: C-R-SF; SLOQ Properties LLC, owner/applicant. Contact: Kyle Van Leeuwen – (805) 781-7091 – kleeuwen@ slocity.org
The Architectural Review 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 Architectural Review Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.
WENDI B. SIMS, CITY CLERK
The report will be available for review in the Community Development Office and online in advance of the meeting at https://www.slocity.org/government/advisory-bodies/agendasand-minutes/architectural-review-commission. Please call (805) 781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report.
Dated: Thursday, October 24, 2019
October 24, 2019
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND SUMMARY OF TEMPLETON COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT PROPOSED FIRE CODE ORDINANCE NO. 2019-4 The Board of Directors of the Templeton Community Services District (“District”) will hold a public hearing on proposed District Fire Code Ordinance No. 2019-4 during its meeting on November 19, 2019. The following is a summary of proposed Ordinance No. 2019-4: Pursuant to the proposed ordinance, the District would adopt by reference the California Fire Code, 2019 Edition, and adopt amendments to the California Fire and Building Standards Codes for the Templeton Community Services District service area which are more stringent than the requirements in those codes because of the climatic, geological and topographical conditions in the Templeton area. The following is a list which summarizes key amendments: T board of appeals. I Alterations Greenhouse to the code. 3)New addition of Chapter 12 of the Uniform Fire Code pertaining to Energy S S I Templeton Community Services District Solar Installation Guidelines as a reference document. 4)Automatic sprinkler systems: Added a note which will require all automatic sprinkler systems to include a flow switch that is connected to a local bell and shall have an inspector test valve at the most hydraulically remote location. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 13 D which regulates the installation of residential sprinkler systems, removed the requirement of the above-mentioned equipment. The opinion and position of Templeton Fire and Emergency Services will be this equipment is important as an audible detection of a sprinkler system activation. Without said equipment, the chances of a sprinkler activation going unnoticed could cause excessive water damage. 5)Appendixes: Continue with all previously adopted appendixes. Do not adopt A I S LR A R S The District Board of Directors meeting on November 19, 2019, will commence T M R located at 206 Fifth Street, Templeton, California. A copy of the entire proposed ordinance, along with copies of the California Fire Code and California Building Standards Code, are available for review C S T CA A proposed ordinance may be obtained by contacting the District Secretary at 805-434-4900. Summary prepared by: /s/Bill White Fire Chief Publish: 10/24/19 and 10/31/19
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of San Luis Obispo will receive bids for the “DISINFECTION BYPRODUCT REDUCTION AND WATER TREATMENT PLANT PIPE GALLERY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT, SPEC. NO. 1000044” at the Public Works Administration Office located at 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 until, THURSDAY, November 14, 2019, at 2:00 P.M., when they will be publicly opened. Bids received after said time will not be considered. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the project title, contractor name, address, and specification number. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 30 at 9 AM at the City of San Luis Obispo Water Treatment Plant located at 1900 Stenner Creek Road. The Contractor must possess a valid Class A Contractor’s License at the time of the bid opening. Every bid must be accompanied by a certified check/cashier’s check or bidder’s bond for 10% of the bid amount, payable to the City of San Luis Obispo.
SAN LUIS OBISPO CITY COUNCIL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The San Luis Obispo City Council invites all interested persons to attend a public meeting on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, to consider the following item: •
A Public Hearing to consider any protests against the continuance of the San Luis Obispo Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID). If a legally sufficient protest is not made, the City Council will consider adoption of a resolution affirming the continuation of the TBID, setting forth the basis for the assessment, and levying the assessment upon hotels in the district for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. For more information, you are invited to contact Molly Cano of the City’s Administration Department at (805) 781-7165 or by email, mcano@slocity.org.
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A Public Hearing for the following: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the architectural design of a new Performing Arts Facility (SLO Rep Theatre) and a new parking structure, a deviation in the floor area ratio for the parking structure, Use Permits to allow the SLO Rep Theatre and a parking structure within the Downtown Commercial Zone, and adopt a General Plan Amendment changing the project site from Office and Medium-High Density Residential to General Retail with an addendum to the Certified Environmental Impact Report; and 2. Introduce an Ordinance rezoning properties at 609 & 633 Palm, 610, 614 & 630 Monterey, 970 & 972 Nipomo Streets from Office with a Historic District Overlay (O-H) and Medium-High Density Residential (R-3) to Downtown Commercial Zone with a Historic Overlay (C-D-H) consistent with the Palm Nipomo Parking Structure Project with an addendum to the Certified Environmental Impact Report (RZ-0460-2019) For more information, you are invited to contact Rachel Cohen of the City’s Community Development Department at (805) 7817574 or by email, rcohen@slocity.org.
The City Council may also discuss other hearings or business items before or after the items listed above. If you challenge the proposed project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. Reports for this meeting will be available for review in the City Clerk’s Office and online at www.slocity.org no later than 72 hours prior to the meeting. Please call the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 781-7100 for more information. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on www.slocity.org. Teresa Purrington, City Clerk, City of San Luis Obispo October 24, 2019
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ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS Application to make minor changes to the property at the address listed below has been received by the City. 1. Murray Avenue, between Santa Rosa Street and Casa Street. DIR-0679-2019; Request to perform work at night from November 12, 2019 to December 12, 2019, between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., on Sundays through Thursdays. The work at night will allow for a waterline replacement on Murray Street, between Santa Rosa Street and Casa Street, and minimize disruptions to the surrounding properties. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); O zone; City of San Luis Obispo – Public Works Department, applicant. (Hannah Nguyen) The Community Development Director will either approve or deny this application no sooner than November 4, 2019.
Download FREE at the City’s website: www.SloCity.org - Bid packages under Bids & Proposals. Bid packages may be obtained at the Public Works Department for a non-refundable fee of $110.00 in person, $140.00 if mailed. City Standard Specifications and Engineering Standards may be obtained for a non-refundable fee of $16.00 in person, $21.00 if mailed. Questions may be addressed to Jennifer Metz, Project Manager, at 805-781-7239 or jmetz@slocity.org.
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, or call (805) 781-7170, weekdays, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
October 24, 2019
October 24, 2019
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
Contact: Kyle Bell – (805) 781-7524 – kbell@slocity.org 3.
For More Information: If you have questions or would like more information regarding the item described in this notice, please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 473-4520 or send an e-mail to comdev@groverbeach.org.
If you challenge the nature of 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 City at, or prior to, the Public Hearing. (Govt. Code Sec. 65009)
Review of a new two-story office development consisting of 37,508 square feet of office space and associated site improvements including parking lots, site access upgrades, landscaping upgrades, and minor improvements to the unnamed drainage tributary that daylights along the north and west property lines. Project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); Project Address: 862 Aerovista; Case #: ARCH-0430-2019; Zone: BP-SP; Quaglino Properties, applicant; Volny Investment Company, owner. Contact: Kyle Bell – (805) 781-7524 – kbell@slocity.org
If you require special accommodations to participate in the public hearing, please contact the City Clerk’s office at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting by calling (805) 473-4567.
The City Council may also discuss other items of business at their meeting. The complete meeting agenda and copies of the staff report will be available at the customer service counter at Grover Beach City Hall at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. This information will also be posted on the City website at www.groverbeach.org. Live broadcasts of City Council meetings may be seen on cable television Channel 20, as well as over the Internet at www.groverbeach.org (click on the icon “Government Access Local Channel 20” and then “Channel 20”. City Council meetings are rebroadcast throughout the week.
DISINFECTION BYPRODUCT REDUCTION AND WATER TREATMENT PLANT PIPE GALLERY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT SPEC. NO. 1000044
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach City Council will hold a public hearing at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach California in the Council Chamber for the following purpose:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach City Council will hold a public hearing at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach California in the Council Chamber for the following purpose:
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA:
PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA:
Address:
980 Ocean Boulevard
Address:
591 Five Cities Drive
Applicants:
David & Sharla Gaddis
Harry Tizabgar, Five Cities Drive LLC
Appellant:
Applicant:
Lawrence Silvas
Project #:
P17-000014
Description: Appeal of the Planning Commission’s August 13, 2019 approval of a Coastal Development Permit (Project No. P19-000014) for the demolition of an existing 1,580-square-foot residence and construction of a new 3,710-square-foot single-family residence and attached 513-square-foot Accessory Dwelling Unit. Categorical Exemption No. 2019-011 was also considered and adopted by the Planning Commission.The project is located in the SingleFamily Residential (R-1) Zone of the Shell Beach Planning Area. The project is located in the Coastal Appeal Zone and is appealable to the California Coastal Commission. APN: 010-292-042. You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to appear at the hearing or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects. An opportunity will be presented at the hearing for verbal comments. Written comments are also welcomed at the hearing or prior to the hearing. Written comments prepared prior to the hearing may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by mail or hand delivery at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, by fax at (805) 773-7006, or by email at citycouncil@pismobeach.org. Staff reports, plans and other information related to these projects are available for public review at the City Clerk’s Office, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA.The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Thursday before the meeting and may be obtained at City Hall or by visiting www.pismobeach.org. The Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website. PLEASE NOTE:
Description: Coastal Development Permit, Conditional Use Permit, and Architectural Review Permit No. P17-000014 to allow a new 6-pump/12fuel hose gas station and a 2,277-square-foot convenience store on a 34,853-square-foot vacant parcel (former gas station), and accepting a Mitigated Negative Declaration located at 591 Five Cities Drive (APN 005-242-010) within the Pismo Marsh (M) Planning Area and C-2 (General Commercial, 1983 Code) Zoning District. The project site is located inside the Coastal Zone and is not appealable to the California Coastal Commission. You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to appear at the hearing or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects. An opportunity will be presented at the hearing for verbal comments. Written comments are also welcomed at the hearing or prior to the hearing. Written comments prepared prior to the hearing may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by mail or hand-delivery at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, by fax at (805) 773-7006, or by email at citycouncil@pismobeach.org. Staff reports, plans and other information related to these projects are available for public review at the City Clerk’s Office, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA. The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Thursday before the meeting and may be obtained at City Hall or by visiting www.pismobeach.org. The Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website. PLEASE NOTE:
If you challenge the action taken on these items in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Pismo Beach at, or prior to, the public hearing.
If you challenge the action taken on these items in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Pismo Beach at, or prior to, the public hearing.
Further information on the above items may be obtained from or viewed at the City Clerk’s Office at City all, or by tele hone at 0 77 4657, or by emailing Erica Inderlied, City Clerk, at einderlied@pismobeach.org.
Further information on the above items may be obtained from or viewed at the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, or by telephone at (805) 773-4657, or by emailing Erica Inderlied, City Clerk, at einderlied@ pismobeach.org.
Erica Inderlied City Clerk
Erica Inderlied City Clerk
October 24, 2019
October 24, 2019
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2019 AT 9:00 AM. 5 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT 01.
Consent Agenda – Item Nos. 01-25 & Resolution (Res.) No. 2019-281 thru 2019-288, approved as amended.
02.
Public Comment Period - matters not on the agenda: G. Kirkland; T. Iversen; J. Reaugh; C. Ables, B. DiFatta; M. Brown; L. Owen: speak. No action taken.
03.
Report regarding County’s FY 2020-21 Financial Forecast, rec’d & filed.
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Closed Session. Anticipated Litigation: No of potential cases: 4. Significant exposure to litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Existing litigation: Application Filed by PG&E for Retirement of Diablo Canyon Power Plant A: 16-08-006; Application filed by PG&E in the 2018 Nuclear Decommissioning Cost Triennial Proceeding (U 39 E) A: 18-12-008; In re PG&E Corporation (19-19-30088); In re PG&E Company (19-19-30089); McLaughlin, Dorothy & Keith v County of Slo, et al. Conference w/ Labor Negotiator, T. Douglas-Schatz, re: SLOGAU; SLOCEA-T&C; DCCA; Sheriffs’ Mgmt; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Mgmt & Confidential Employees; SDSA; UDWA. Report out – open session, Board approved a settlement in the case of McLaughlin v County of SLO for sum of $41,850 w/ no admission of liability & full release of all claims.
05.
Presentations: Res. 2019-289, recognizing Hispanic Business Assoc for outstanding service to the Latino Community in North SLO County, adopted. Discussion of Library’s capital needs & explore feasibility of seeking capital funding through Countywide parcel tax assessment w/ Nov. 2020 ballot initiative, approved staff recommendation.
07.
Determine needs, goals, & priorities for allocating State & Federal funds to eligible affordable housing & community development activities, approved staff recommendations.
Meeting Adjourned. Wade Horton, Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Tessa Cornejo, Deputy Clerk October 24, 2019
City of Pismo Beach State of California
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at 5:30 p.m., the Pismo Beach City Council will hold a meeting at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach California in the Council Chamber at which it will consider the following: Address: Citywide Applicant: City of Pismo Beach Description: Introduce an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Pismo Beach amending Titles 8 and 15, Chapters 8.04, 8.08, 15.04, and 15.08 of the Pismo Beach Municipal Code adopting and amending the 2019 editions of the Constituent Codes of the California Building Standards Code, adopting and amending the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code, and adopting findin s of facts to su ort the im osition of re uirements other than those of the California Building Standards Code. You have a right to comment on this item and its effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to appear at the meeting or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed item. An opportunity will be presented during the agenda item for verbal comments. Written comments are also welcomed at the meeting or prior to the meeting. Written comments prepared prior to the meeting may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by mail or hand delivery at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo each, C , by fa at 0 77 7006, or by email at citycouncil@pismobeach.org. Staff reports, plans and other information related to these projects are available for public review at the City Clerk’s Office, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo each, C he meetin agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Thursday before the meeting and may be obtained at City Hall or by visiting www.pismobeach.org. The Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website. Further information on the above items may be obtained from or viewed at the City Clerk’s Office at City all, or by tele hone at 0 77 6 7, or by emailin rica nderlied, City Clerk, at einderlied@pismobeach.org.
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FILE NO. 2019-2421 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MAIA SUPPLEMENTS, MAIA, MAIASUPPLEMENTS.COM, 781 Marsh St. #220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Maia Supplements LLC (781 Marsh St. #220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Maia Supplements LLC, Emily Klingenberg, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1010-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-10-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2423 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/06/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, EDNA CONTEMPORARY, 6180 White Oak Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Sheryl Daane Chesnut (6180 White Oak Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sheryl Daane Chestnut, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-10-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 10-10-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2430 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BEACH FRONT AUTO AND SMOG, 1210 Pike Lane, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Brent Alan Cornejo (2293 Idyllwild Pl., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brent A. Cornejo, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-11-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 1011-24. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
FILE NO. 2019-2433 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/18/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALTAIR7 TRANSPORT, ALTAIR7 LOGISTICS, ALTAIR7 TRUCKING, ALTAIR7 HAULING, 4776 Ranchita Canyon Road, San Miguel, CA 93451. San Luis Obispo County. Roberto Renato Morelli (4776 Ranchita Canyon Road, San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Roberto Renato Morelli, Roberto Morelli, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1015-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 10-15-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2438 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, POSITIVE RIDE, 1390 Fairway Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Positive Ride Jams, Inc. (1390 Fairway Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Positive Ride Jams, Inc., Sarah Greenlee, Executive Director. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-15-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-15-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2444 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HIGH DESERT DISTRIBUTING, 5901 Bolsa Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92647. Orange County. Harbor Distributing, L.L.C. (6250 N. River Road, Suite 9000, Rosemont, IL 60018). This business is conducted by A DE Limited Liability Company /s/ Harbor Distributing, L.L.C., Nicholas L. Giampietro, Senior Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-16-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 10-16-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
CITY OF GROVER BEACH REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PROPOSALS will be received by the City of Grover Beach, Attention Erin Wiggin, CIP Project Manager, at City Hall 154 South 8th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433 until 12:00 p.m. pm, Wednesday, November 20, 2019 for Construction Management Services specifically for the following project: CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT #4267
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FILE NO. 2019-2445 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/15/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SKIN LOVE, 1244 Pine St., Suite 211, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Monica Leigh Dojohn (1244 Pine St., Suite 211, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Monica L Dejohn, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-16-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-16-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2446 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/16/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SHIN’S SUSHI, 1023 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. C52297 Inc. (1023 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ C52297 Inc., Ji Won Kim, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-16-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-16-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2447 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/05/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ROCK HARBOR MARKETING, 2981 Sandalwood Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Travis Lee Ford, Jennifer Nicole Ford (2981 Sandalwood Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Travis Ford, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-16-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-16-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2457 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/16/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SUNDOG CUSTOM SHIRTS, 1111 Middle Ridge Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Samantha Nagler, Clifford Nagler (1111 Middle Ridge Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Samantha Nagler. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-16-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-16-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2463 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/01/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DF ENVIRONMENTAL, 1649 Ramona Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Danielle Flowers (1649 Ramona Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Danielle Flowers, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-17-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 10-17-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2465 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CUP OF QI, 6627 Bay Laurel Place, Avila Beach, CA 93424. San Luis Obispo County. Eva Malama (78 Encanto Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Eva Malama, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-18-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 10-18-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2449 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LES PETITES CANAILLES, 2815 Live Oak Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Marmad Hospitality Corporation (2815 Live Oak Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Marmad Hospitality Corporation, Stephan Asseo, Chief Financial Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-16-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 1016-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FILE NO. 2019-2466 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/18/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, OLUVSKIN, ADOBE SPRINGS C, 2560 McMillan Cy Rd., Shandon, CA 93461. San Luis Obispo County. Julie Cathleen White Chaples (2560 McMillan Cy Rd., Shandon, CA 93461). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Julie White Chaples, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-18-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-18-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2450 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MARMAD, 2815 Live Oak Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Marmad Hospitality Corporation (2815 Live Oak Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Marmad Hospitality Corporation, Stephan Asseo, Chief Financial Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-16-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 10-16-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FILE NO. 2019-2471 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, KCS, 2038 San Luis Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kameron Michael Morain (2038 San Luis Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kameron Michael Morain, KCS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-18-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-18-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
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FILE NO. 2019-2479 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/21/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DHAMMAJARIKA MEDITATION CENTER OF CENTRAL COAST, 668 Santa Maria St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Wanida K. Miner, Ronald J. Miner (1620 10th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Wanida K. Miner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-21-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-21-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2019-2480 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/21/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLOCALLY MADE, 1750 Perfumo Canyon Road #7, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Sadie Rogers (1750 Perfumo Canyon Road #7, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sadie Rogers. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-21-19. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 1021-24. October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CARLOS PAEZ CASE NUMBER: 19PR - 0325
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: CARLOS TOMAS PAEZ A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BRIANNA PAEZ in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that BRIANNA PAEZ 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 5, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm St., Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: John B. Merzon 140 7th Street Templeton, CA 93465 October 10, 17, & 24, 2019
LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: FRANCES M. VALADEZ CASE NUMBER: 19PR - 0320
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: FRANCES M. VALADEZ A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARK VALADEZ, REBECCA VALADEZ, RUTH WASYLEWSKI in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that MARK VALADEZ, REBECCA VALADEZ, RUTH WASYLEWSKI , ROBIN CLARK 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 5, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in 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: Douglas M. Buchanan (SBN 147241) P.O. Box 234 Arroyo Grande, CA 93421 October 10, 17, & 24, 2019
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LEGAL NOTICES STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
NEW FILE NO. 2019-2324 OLD FILE NO. 2016-2684 Auto Glass Experts SLO, 4675 Noll Rd. #B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 11/18/2016. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Guillermo Majano (4675 Thread Lane #B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), Jose Antonio Prado (2302 Johnson Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93458). This business was conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Guillermo Majano, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-30-2019. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By N. Balseiro, Deputy Clerk. October 10, 17, 24, & 31, 2019
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 19CV-0564
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Inocente Brito Alarcon AKA Inocente Brito-Alarcon filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Inocente Brito Alarcon AKA Inocente BritoAlarcon to PROPOSED NAME: Ino Alarcon Brito 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: 11/14/2019, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 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
LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 19CV-0591
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Chillas Chillas filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Chillas Chillas to PROPOSED NAME: Chillas Chillas Legal 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: 11/27/2019, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 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: October 7, 2019 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 19CV-0615
To all interested persons: Petitioner: James Michael Rodney filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: James Michael Rodney to PROPOSED NAME: James Michael Foppiano 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: 12/11/2019, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 11 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, 2019 /s/: Ginger E. Garrett, Judge of the Superior Court October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
Date: October 17, 2019 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court October 24, 31, November 7, & 14, 2019
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
STATEMENT OF WITHDRAWAL FROM PARTNERSHIP OPERATING UNDER A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
NEW FILE NO. 2019-2431 OLD FILE NO. 2019-1401 Breda Chocolate, 3563 Sueldo St., Suite H, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 06/06/2019. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: John Mason Carswell (5340 Candelabra Pl., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401). This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ John Carswell, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-11-2019. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By G. Ugalde, Deputy Clerk. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019
NEW FILE NO. 2019-2413 OLD FILE NO. 2016-0169 SOLUTIONS UNLIMITED ALTERNATIVES TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, 835 12th Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446, San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in the county on 01-21-2016. The following person(s) have/has withdrawn as a General Partner(s) from the partnership under the fictitious business name: William Schmidt (1136 San Sebastian, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ William Schmidt. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-10-2019. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By S. Currens, Deputy Clerk. October 17, 24, 31, & November 7, 2019.
LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 19CVP0306
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Nicklie Gregg Raya filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Nicklie Gregg Raya to PROPOSED NAME: Greig Nicklie Welch 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: 11/13/2019, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2 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 25, 2019 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court October 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2019
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 19CVP0324
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Nicole Linde-Hatch filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Nicole Diana Linde-Hatch to PROPOSED NAME: Nicole Diana Watkins THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.
LEGAL NOTICES SUMMONS NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: CAROLINE DAUGHERTY AKA CAROLINE SALINA DAUGHERTY AKA CAROLINE S. DAUGHERTY AKA CAROLINE BORDEN AKA CAROLINE DAUGHTERY, AN INDIVIDUAL; AND DOES 1 THROUGH 20, JEREMY BUENO AKA BUENO JAMES AKA JAMES BRUNO, AN INDIVIDUAL; AND DOES 1 THROUGH 20, INCLUSIVE YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: COASTHILLS CREDIT UNION, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION CASE NUMBER: 19LC0646
Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond in 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.
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Singapore has one of the world’s lowest fertility rates. A few years ago, this state of affairs prompted the government to urge Singaporeans to have sex on an annual holiday known as National Day. A new rap song was released in the hope of pumping up everyone’s libidos and instigating a baby boom. It included the lyrics, “Let’s make fireworks ignite / Let’s make Singapore’s birthrate spike.” I have a different reason for encouraging you to seek abundant high-quality sex, Aries. According to my analysis, tender orgasmic experiences will profoundly enhance your emotional intelligence in the coming weeks—and make you an excellent decision-maker just in time for your big decisions. (P.S. You don’t necessarily need a partner.)
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In the 1530s, explorer Jacques Cartier led expeditions from France to the New World. As Europeans often did back then, he and his team were rude and brutish to the indigenous folks who lived there, stealing their land, kidnapping some of them, and slaughtering colonies of great auks in a bird sanctuary. Yet there was one winter when Cartier’s marauders got crucial help from their victims, who gave them vitamin C-rich pine needle tea that cured their scurvy. I suspect you Tauruses will embark on quests and journeys in the coming months, and I’m hoping your behavior will be different from Cartier’s. When you arrive in unfamiliar places, be humble, curious, and respectful. Be hesitant to impose your concepts of what’s true, and be eager to learn from the locals. If you do, you’re likely to get rich teachings and benefits equivalent to the pine needle tea.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Many software engineers have enjoyed The Pragmatic Programmer, a book that helps them develop and refine their code. One popular technique the book offers is “rubber duck deprogramming.” Programmers place a toy rubber duck in front of them, and describe to it the problems they’re having. As they explain each line of code to their very good listener, they may discover what’s amiss. I recommend a similar approach to you as you embark on metaphorically debugging your own program, Gemini. If a rubber duck isn’t available, call on your favorite statue or stuffed animal, or even a photo of a catalytic teacher or relative or spirit.
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(June 21-July 22): Read the following passage from Gabriel García Márquez’s novel One Hundred Years of Solitude. “Gaston was not only a fierce lover, with endless wisdom and imagination, but he was also, perhaps, the first man in the history of the species who had made an emergency landing and had come close to killing himself and his sweetheart simply to make love in a field of violets.” I admire the romantic artistry of Gaston’s dramatic gesture. I applaud his imaginative desire to express his love in a carefully chosen sanctuary filled with beauty. I praise his intense devotion to playful extravagance. But I don’t recommend you do anything quite so extreme in behalf of love during the coming weeks. Being 20 percent as extreme might be just right, though.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In his song “Diplomatic Immunity,” rapper Drake disparages tranquility and harmony. “I listen to heavy metal for meditation, no silence,” he brags. “My body isn’t much of a sacred temple, with vodka and wine, and sleep at the opposite times,” he declares. Is there a method in his madness? It’s revealed in these lyrics: “All that peace and that unity: all that weak sh-- will ruin me.” In the coming weeks, Leo, I urge you to practice the exact opposite of Drake’s approach. It’s time to treat yourself to an intense and extended phase of self-care.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It’s a favorable time to refresh your relationships with your basic sources and to make connections with new basic sources. To spur your creative thought on these matters, I offer the following questions to
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meditate on. 1. If you weren’t living where you do now, what other place might you like to call home? 2. If you didn’t have the name you actually go by, what other name would you choose? 3. If you had an urge to expand the circle of allies that supports and stimulates you, whom would you seek out? 4. If you wanted to add new foods and herbs that would nurture your physical health and new experiences that would nurture your mental health, what would they be?
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Mushrooms have spores, not seeds. They’re tiny. If you could stack 2,500 of them, they’d be an inch high. On the other hand, they are numerous. A ripe mushroom may release up to 16 million spores. And each spore is so lightweight, the wind can pick it up and fling it long distances. I’ll encourage you to express your power and influence like a mushroom in the coming days: subtle and airy but abundant; light and fine, but relentless and bountiful.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Sometimes the easiest way to get something done is to be a little naive about it,” writes computer engineer Bill Joy. I invite you to consider the value of that perspective, Scorpio—even though you’re the least likely sign in all the zodiac to do so. Being naive just doesn’t come naturally to you; you often know more than everyone else around you. Maybe you’ll be more receptive to my suggestion if I reframe the task. Are you familiar with the Zen Buddhist concept of “beginner’s mind”? You wipe away your assumptions and see everything as if it were the first time you were in its presence.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Is it always a bad thing to be lost? To wander in the unknown without a map? I’d like to propose a good version of being lost. It requires you to be willing to give up your certainties, to relinquish your grip on the comforting dogmas that have structured your world—but to do so gladly, with a spirit of cheerful expectancy and curiosity. It doesn’t require you to be a macho hero who feels no fear or confusion. Rather, you have faith that life will provide blessings that weren’t possible until you got lost.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “Worrying is the most natural and spontaneous of all human functions,” wrote science educator Lewis Thomas. “Let’s acknowledge this, perhaps even learn to do it better.” I agree with him! And I think it’s an ideal time for you to learn how to worry more effectively, more potently, and with greater artistry. What might that look like? First, you wouldn’t feel shame or guilt about worrying. You wouldn’t regard it as a failing. Rather, you would raise your worrying to a higher power. You’d wield it as a savvy tool to discern which situations truly need your concerned energy and which don’t.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “Some wounds go so deep that you don’t even feel them until months, maybe years, later,” wrote Aquarian author Julius Lester. Pay attention to that thought, Aquarius. The bad news is that you are just now beginning to feel a wound that was inflicted some time ago. But that’s also the good news, because it means the wound will no longer be hidden and unknowable. And because you’ll be fully aware of it, you’ll be empowered to launch the healing process. I suggest you follow your early intuitions about how best to proceed with the cure.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): If you’ve been having dreams or fantasies that the roof is sinking or the walls are closing in, you should interpret it as a sign that you should consider moving into a more spacious situation. If you have been trapped within the narrow confines of limited possibilities, it’s time to break free and flee to a wide open frontier. In general, Pisces, I urge you to insist on more expansiveness in everything you do, even if that requires you to demolish cute little mental blocks that have tricked you into thinking small. ∆
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