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News ........................... 4 Strokes ....................... 11

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he forest in Cambria isn’t in very good condition— the trees are stressed, there’s disease, too many plants per acre, not enough water, and invasive species—and it won’t take much to push it past the edge, according to one fire official. The FIRE DANGER If a fire were to California Coastal Commission in Cambria, recently approved a plan designed start it could rip through dead and to enhance the ecosystem and dying Monterey improve fire resilience in the pines and a dense understory area, but it has some residents of vegetation— concerned about its cost to the something a new natural environment. Staff Writer project hopes to avoid.

Malea Martin speaks with fire officials, foresters, and residents about it [10].

Also this week, SLO County’s argument against local control over oil well drilling [9] ; monsters, madmen, and mayhem at the Melodrama [24] ; and the Garagiste Festival celebrates a decade of renegade winemakers [27].

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County redistricting maps range from status quo to major changes

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n Oct. 26, San Luis Obispo County held its first redistricting hearing since the U.S. Census Bureau released 2020 data.

So far, members of the Board of Supervisors’ conservative majority are keeping their opinions about maps close to the vest. Come Nov. 30, they’ll vote on one.

“Personally, I’d just like to wait, take in these comments, continue to look at the maps,” 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold said at the meeting. First District Supervisor John Peschong and 4th District Supervisor Lynn Compton made similar comments.

Ahead of the meeting, local residents, stakeholder groups, and the county’s contracted consultant, Redistricting Partners, submitted draft electoral maps for the board to consider.

The county plans to hold two more redistricting meetings on Nov. 19 and Nov. 30 to take input.

“I think there are number of creative people in this community who have looked at these maps. I think that’s great,” Peschong said.

Some of the submitted maps kept the current five supervisorial district boundaries largely the same. Others made major changes, like splitting up the North Coast into multiple districts (they’re currently all in District 2), giving the city of SLO just one supervisor instead of three, and removing Oceano from the 4th District in South County.

Chris Chaffee, of Redistricting Partners, explained to the board that it legally does not have to alter its current supervisorial boundaries much. The county only added about 10,000 people to its population since 2010, with District 4 seeing the largest population increase of 9.2 percent, and District 2 seeing a population decrease of 8.6 percent.

Overall, the percent deviation between the districts’ populations is not high enough to demand major changes, Chaffee said. Plan A, one of four proposed by Chaffee, keeps the current boundaries mostly intact.

Second District Supervisor Bruce Gibson stated his preference for that route.

“The current lines do not need to be changed, short of minor changes,” Gibson said. “I think it’s important to lay down the marker that we don’t have to do anything.”

Plan B proposed by Chaffee puts all of Cal Poly into District 2, instead of in two districts.

Plan C removes both Cal Poly and the city of

Paso school district upholds large flag ban as students, teachers push back

“I won’t wait to be my full self until I’m out of this school,” said Paso Robles High School student Nicole Rogers as she stood on the school’s performing arts center stage on Oct. 20.

The audience before her, packed with more than 200 people, roared with applause. Dozens more spilled out into the foyer, many donning rainbow face masks.

Rogers, along with about a dozen of her peers, organized the Coming Out Against Hate forum to talk about their experiences as LGBTQ-plus students. They also spoke out against the Paso

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STATUS QUO This proposed redistricting map, called Plan A, keeps SLO County’s supervisorial districts largely as they are.

SLO from District 5, which is otherwise above the Cuesta Grade in North County. But that plan also moves Cambria from District 2 to District 1, a change that many Cambrians opposed. Plan D tries to align the supervisorial boundaries with school district lines.

The map that received the most commentary on Oct. 26, though, was one submitted by local resident Richard Patten. Patten’s map put all of SLO city and Cal Poly into District 2, moving Cayucos, Cambria, and San Simeon into District 1, and Los Osos into District 3.

“I think it’s time for a change,” Patten said during public comment.

Some residents agreed with Patten that SLO should get just one supervisor.

“Why should one city have multiple supervisors?” Paso Robles resident Linda Becker said. “Wouldn’t it be nice if [Paso Robles]

had three supervisors?”

Others argued that as the largest city in the county and economic center, SLO is appropriately divided into different districts.

Third District Supervisor Dawn Ortiz-Legg held that view.

“I don’t think you really want to have just one supervisor holding the city of SLO,” Ortiz-Legg said. “[SLO] has different voices and influences … it has a diversity to it.”

As the county continues accepting proposed maps leading up to its Nov. 30 decision, which will get finalized via ordinance in December, Ortiz-Legg reminded her colleagues and the public about what’s at stake.

“I think this map-playing game is not a game.

This is something that’s very serious about representation,” she said. Δ — Peter Johnson

Robles Unified School District’s ban on 3-by5-foot flags, implemented earlier this month after a student stole a classroom’s pride flag and defecated on it.

Initially the ban required all flags to be no larger than 2 feet by 2 feet. But with the standard indoor flag being 2 feet by 3 feet, and outdoor flags being 3 feet by 5 feet, some teachers and students saw this as essentially a pride flag ban.

Right before the forum, the district backpedaled on its new rules, announcing that 2-by-3-foot flags would be allowed after all. But some students felt this wasn’t enough: They want the 3-by-5-foot pride flag to be allowed in classrooms, too.

“They announced it the day or two before we

had our forum, and it felt like they were trying to silence us before we even got the chance to speak,” Paso High senior Ava Hughes told New Times. “They were trying to make it seem like we’re fighting against them for no reason, but it didn’t actually change in the way it should have.”

Hughes said that the originally defaced flag was 3 feet by 5 feet.

“We just want to be allowed what was taken from us,” she said.

District Superintendent Curt Dubost said he attended the forum.

“I was impressed with the quality of the presentation the students made,” he said.

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“We continue to work with the students who spoke that evening on a variety of proposals that they have made.”

In the morning on Oct. 22, the students who organized the forum met with district officials. Later that day, Dubost sent faculty members a letter reiterating the requirement that flags be 2 feet by 3 feet or smaller.

“As previously announced, after discussions with all of these groups, the standards have been updated to ensure standard-sized indoor flags are not excluded,” Dubost wrote in the letter.

Employees were directed to remove any flags or banners larger than 2 feet by 3 feet. Dubost told New Times that those who do not comply will be disciplined as outlined by the district’s collective bargaining agreement with the union.

“It would depend on the individual situation,” Dubost said when asked to elaborate.

For Hughes and other students at the meeting, while allowing 2-by-3-foot flags is a step in the right direction, the district’s choice to enforce a restriction on full-size flags is disappointing.

“As students, we’re exhausting ourselves fighting so hard against this, and they won’t listen to us and understand why it’s so important to us that we get what we asked for,” Hughes said, “because we deserve it after everything we’ve been through.”

Social studies teacher Heather Stover, who has taught at Paso High for 20 years, is still displaying a 3-by-5-foot flag in her classroom, despite the district rules. As of Oct. 25, Stover told New Times she hadn’t been asked to remove her flag.

“As an adult at the school, I have an obligation to support all the students,” Stover said. “If they can be courageous, so can I.” —Malea Martin

Arroyo Grande declares water shortage emergency

Arroyo Grande residents officially have to work harder at conserving water or pay fines up to $200.

The Arroyo Grande City Council unanimously declared a Stage 1 Water Shortage Emergency at its Oct. 12 meeting due to the statewide drought and resulting low water levels at Lopez Lake, which provides drinking water to the Five Cities communities including Arroyo Grande.

The city was already taking a reduction in water deliveries from Lopez at the time of the emergency declaration. Arroyo Grande officials were hopeful when San Luis Obispo County dipped a toe into the wet season with a two-day rainfall starting Oct. 24, but they want more of it.

“It is encouraging that a good storm has come early in the rain year; however, we estimate that seven or eight more good storms are needed to see needed improvements at Lake Lopez,” City Manager Whitney McDonald said.

Arroyo Grande needs 30 inches of rain before the emergency order can be lifted, McDonald said. The Lopez Lake Reservoir accumulated almost 3 inches of rain after the showers on Oct. 24 to 25, according to SLO County Public Works rain data.

Public Works Deputy Director Kate Ballantyne said that nailing down an exact amount of required rain is

PRICEY THIRST Arroyo Grande residents stand to get fined up to $200 if they violate their water consumption threshold even though the city is already receiving fewer deliveries from Lopez Lake.

complicated because the pre-existing moisture content of the soil layer impacts runoff.

“A general rule of thumb would be that we need upwards of 10 inches of rain before the creeks start flowing and filling reservoirs,” she said. “Of course, the length of time between storms and the ability for the soil to dry would affect the amount of rain necessary to generate runoff in the creeks.”

City officials are doubling down on saving water with the help of a tiered reduction system for residential customers. Residents will have to reduce bi-monthly water consumption by a certain percentage compared to the same billing period in 2020, which is the baseline. Tier 1 customers using zero to nine units of water are exempt from reduction. Tier 2 customers using 10 to 18 units have to reduce consumption by 7 percent. Tier 3 with 19 or more units has to cut back by 14 percent. Commercial and institutional customers with separate irrigation meter accounts have to lower usage by 25 percent.

The city announced that customers would receive letters about their respective baselines by Dec. 1. They will also receive warning letters with their February and March 2022 billing.

“Mandatory financial penalties will be levied on all water users who fail to reduce consumption in the percentages required, starting with a written notice of violation and increasing incrementally to a $200 fine,” according to the city.

Alternatively, defaulting customers can also attend a two-hour Water School class in place of paying the initial $50 penalty.

The class will provide tools and strategies for how to stay within assigned baseline water allotments. But this option is only available once.

City Manager McDonald said that customers choosing to attend Water School at a later date after paying their fines would receive a $50 credit to their next bill. She added that the emergency plan is here to stay for a while.

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“The Stage 1 Water Shortage Declaration will stay in effect throughout the wet season because it will take time for the region and the state to get out of the drought,” McDonald said.

—Bulbul Rajagopal

Dayspring owns Natural Healing Center property in SLO

Former Natural Healing Center (NHC) owner Helios Dayspring may be facing prison time for bribery and tax evasion, but the discredited cannabis businessman could still be collecting rent checks.

Dayspring owns the property on Broad Street that was going to host the company’s newest dispensary in San Luis Obispo, before the city revoked the permit, and he is reported to have participated in discussions about its now-halted opening as recently as this month, according to public records and a meeting between SLO city officials and NHC. SLO City Attorney Christine Dietrick raised the issue of Dayspring’s involvement at an Oct. 15 meeting with NHC representatives, pressing Santa Barbara-based attorney Randy Fox on evidence that Dayspring was still playing an active role at the 2640 Broad St. location, despite the company supposedly ousting its founder.

“I keep hearing that Mr. Dayspring is in no way involved with, directing, controlling, managing, has no part of this business at all and hasn’t for more than a year,” Dietrick said, “and yet as recently as last Friday, the architect representative on-site was referencing direction from and meetings with Mr. Dayspring.”

A SLO Police Department memo dated Oct. 15 echoed Dietrick’s comments.

Sgt. Chad Pfarr wrote in the memo that during an on-site meeting with NHC on Oct. 8, employees mentioned “Helios” multiple times. After Pfarr identified issues with the building’s security, NHC submitted a new security plan dated Oct.

11 titled “Natural Healing Center Helios Dayspring.”

“I want you to be aware of that so you understand how these continued statements that he has no connection are landing,” Dietrick said.

Fox retorted that Dayspring is the property owner at 2640 Broad, through an entity called SLO Broad Holdings LLC. Fox said Dayspring has “a responsibility for completing the buildout of the space,” but otherwise has no ties with NHC. Last year, Dayspring handed over ownership of NHC to his longtime girlfriend, Valnette Garcia.

“NHC SLO is Valnette Garcia and she’s the one who’s going to run the operation,” Fox said. “The owner of the building will then collect a rent, just like if they rented any other space in SLO. The rent is not dependent on the type of business that’s conducted there.”

On Oct. 19, SLO city finalized a decision to revoke NHC’s dispensary permit, citing evidence that Dayspring lied about his illegal activity during the city’s application process. NHC has promised to sue SLO over the decision, and still has open dispensaries in Grover Beach and Morro Bay. According to state and county records, Dayspring is a manager of the entity that owns NHC’s Morro Bay dispensary property on Morro Bay Boulevard.

On Oct. 22, Dayspring formally pleaded guilty to felony charges of bribery and tax evasion in federal court. Between 2016 and 2019, Dayspring allegedly paid $29,000 in bribes to late 3rd District Supervisor Adam Hill, receiving “a stream of benefits” in exchange, including votes. Dayspring also underreported an estimated $9 million in taxable income between 2014 and 2018. He faces up to 13 years in federal prison and fines totaling at least $500,000.

—Peter Johnson

Atascadero allocates funds for downtown infrastructure project

Atascadero is one step closer to putting its plans for downtown improvements into action.

At its Oct. 26 meeting, Atascadero City Council awarded the contract to develop construction drawings for the El Camino Real Downtown Infrastructure Enhancement Project. The council also authorized the allocation of $3 million from the city’s state budget allocation funds to the project.

The infrastructure plan has been in the works since 2017 and was approved conceptually in August 2020, Community Development Director Phil Dunsmore told New Times in an email.

“Plans for downtown aim to achieve economic development, safety, and enhanced commerce by reducing traffic speed, supplying up to 130 parking spaces, increasing aesthetics, and making places to walk, gather, and enjoy,” Dunsmore said. “New crosswalks will provide safety for school crossing and for making the former highway a part of the downtown.”

Increased parking and pedestrian safety translates into people being able to park once and do multiple activities from one location, Dunsmore said, like dining, shopping, and entertainment.

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that people are attracted to,” he said.

One of the main issues that downtown Atascadero faces right now is that El Camino Real was built like a highway.

With Highway 101 handling much of the quick-moving traffic, the main downtown corridor “no longer requires four lanes and a center median,” Dunsmore explained.

“Instead, the extra space can accommodate parking, landscape, and other features that reduce traffic speed, make it safer to cross the street, and make the space more attractive to walk, ride a bike, or provide things like outdoor dining and small events,” he said.

A few different factors led Atascadero to embark on this enhancement plan, according to the city’s website. For one, the downtown is experiencing an economic upswing, with new businesses bringing more visitors downtown.

Another consideration is traffic from the high school and middle school, leading to concerns about safety on El Camino Real, particularly at intersections. Lastly, business owners and residents alike have expressed the need for more parking.

With the contract for construction drawings now awarded, the city is still working on securing additional funding to complete the project, Dunsmore said. During the Oct. 26 meeting, Atascadero City Councilmember Susan Funk thanked State Sen. John Laird (D-Carmel) for his “advocacy and tireless work behind and in front of the scenes,”

in helping the city secure the $3 million state budget allocation for the project.

“We thank Sen. John Laird for that, for finding a way to achieve an equitable solution for Atascadero to a longstanding bureaucratic problem,” Funk said.

—Malea Martin

Grover Beach plans to attract more businesses with reduced cannabis tax

Producing and distributing pot in Grover Beach is about to be more pocket-friendly thanks to a new drop in commercial cannabis tax.

The Grover Beach City Council unanimously greenlit the plan at its Oct. 25 meeting to attract businesses in the cannabis industry to the beach city.

Grover Beach’s cannabis industry has been expanding ever since its first legal marijuana business opened in May 2018.

In fiscal year 2020-21, the city raked in $2.4 million in cannabis revenue. It’s a major leap from the $16,359 the fledgling industry generated that first year.

The sector pulls in 15 percent of the city’s general fund revenue—the third largest source in the city. Currently, Grover Beach has 29 authorized cannabis businesses, 12 of which are operational.

“We have continued to be cautious with these revenues because it’s a new industry that has significant uncertainty as we go forward,” Grover Beach City Manager Matthew Bronson said at the meeting.

“The illegal underground market is still

reduction in manufacturing tax at higherin too strong of a position for us and other level businesses from 3 to 2 percent. The communities.” overall lab-testing rate would decrease That’s why the council recommended from 3 to 1 percent. careful use of the money for mainly Bronson told the council that staff one-time purposes like paying pension didn’t want to overcomplicate the tax liabilities. plan.

Bronson explained that Grover Beach’s “Our tax structure is easy to retail, manufacturing, distribution understand, consistent, and you know and testing tax rates mostly fall below what you’re getting based on our tax the average rate of 35 neighboring rate,” he said. jurisdictions. But its distribution tax City staff estimated a $70,000 decrease rate of 3 percent is higher than the rate in cannabis revenue because of the in areas like Santa Barbara County and updated tax rates but is confident that it Carpinteria (both 1 percent), and even will result in an “undetermined increase San Luis Obispo County (2 percent). from new businesses.”

Higher distribution taxes could scare Mayor ProMUSIC Tem Karen Bright said off interested businesses, and the city it was important for the city to stay would lose out on revenue, Bronson said, competitive FLAVOR/EATS with its tax rates. adding that manufacturers and retailers “In the long run, it will be beneficial to would choose distributors with lower cost. not only the city but also to businesses Cost is partly informed by the tax rate.

INFOwill come join our who hopefully “Even though there may be a community,” she said at the meeting. distributor close by, if there’s a higher The current cannabis revenue lining tax, they may use somebody [else] who’s CALENDAR Grover Beach’s pockets would be used to significantly far away,” he said at the improve infrastructure. meeting. “Distribution is a key middle “The higher revenues from cannabis ground, … it’s a linchpin for our industry.”

OPINION taxes as well as the Based on this finding, additional 1 percent sales city staff recommended a “tiered rate” structure NEWS tax approved by voters in 2020 are allowing us where the distribution Send any news to carry out more capital rates for Grover Beach’s or story tips to STROKES projects like major street cannabis businesses news@newtimesslo.com. repairs and sidewalk decrease from 3 to improvements and 2 percent. Clients of ARTS improve our services such as businesses earning more adding police officer positions,” Bronson than $10 million in annual gross told New Times. ∆ revenue would pay a reduced 1 percent in —Bulbul Rajagopal distribution tax. They would also enjoy a

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SLO County debates its authority over Arroyo Grande Oilfield as it gives go-ahead to expand

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few days before the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors would give the green light to Sentinel Peak Resources to drill 31 new wells at the Arroyo Grande Oilfield, county officials notified the board of a “recent legal issue.”

On Oct. 12, a state appellate court struck down core aspects of Monterey County’s Measure Z—a 2016 ballot measure that voters passed to ban new oil and gas wells and other drilling practices in the county. The court of appeals ruled that Monterey County had overstepped its authority with the measure, and that only the state had the power to regulate existing oil fields, including the drilling of new wells.

“I wanted to highlight that,” SLO County Chief Deputy Counsel Jon Ansolabehere told county supervisors at an Oct. 19 hearing about the future of the Arroyo Grande Oilfield, “because it really does limit what discretion the board has on regulating oil and gas facilities in California.”

County staff cited the ruling as just one of several reasons to deny the nonprofit Center for Biological Diversity’s appeal of a pending 2015 county decision to give Sentinel Peak Resources three more years to complete a nearly 20-yearold plan known as Phase IV to expand production at the Arroyo Grande Oilfield.

The Board of Supervisors waited six years to hear the Center’s appeal in order to let the U.S. EPA first decide whether to exempt the below-ground aquifer— where oil wastewater is injected—from the Safe Drinking Water Act. In 2019, the EPA ruled that the aquifer between Pismo Beach and Edna Valley did not hydraulically connect with any current or future source of drinking water, and therefore it could legally serve as a wastewater injection site.

Both the court ruling and the EPA’s decision informed the county’s core argument on Oct. 19: that the county did not have the grounds or authority to block the drilling. Even though oil operators failed to complete the so-called Phase IV of expansion (125 new wells) within the required time frame of between 2005 and 2015, neither the project’s scope nor circumstances had really changed in 16 years. The county’s hands were essentially tied, officials said.

“The project does not seek any new approval to install wells or other improvements not previously evaluated and approved,” a SLO County staff report read.

The Center for Biological Diversity— and dozens of neighbors, residents, and activists—disagreed. The Arizonabased nonprofit—which aggressively campaigned in 2018 for Measure G, the local ballot measure that mirrored

the company might propose. Previous iterations of a proposed Phase V at the Arroyo Grande Oilfield involved 450 new wells.

Natalie Risner, a local resident who lives within a mile of the oil field, said Gibson’s proposal “made real good sense” to her.

Risner is most worried about the oil field’s impact on her and her neighbors’ groundwater supply. Like others, she’s not reassured by the aquifer exemption granted by the EPA. “It’s very concerning,” Risner told New Times.

“Their original Phase V plans were just staggering, the number of wells they want to expand is just—and the amount of water they’d be pulling out of the ground—it’s hard to understand how that’s not going affect the surrounding water wells.

“The [EIR] that these [Phase IV] wells were approved on is almost 20 years old,” NEW WELLS COMING? After six years in limbo, San she added. “It just Luis Obispo County gave Sentinel Peak Resources the seems like they need green light to drill 31 new wells at the Arroyo Grande Oilfield to do some more review (pictured)—drawing criticism from residents and activists. and make sure it’s safe.”

Measure Z in Monterey County but failed How much more oil drilling will at the ballot box—called those arguments ultimately be allowed at the Arroyo red herrings and excuses.

Grande Oilfield is still unknown.

It argued that by not requiring On Oct. 21, CalGEM, the state’s oil Sentinel Peak to seek a new permit and and gas regulator, announced the largest to undergo new environmental review proposed buffer zone in the nation for new drilling, SLO County was simply between new oil wells and homes, schools, abdicating its land-use responsibility to and hospitals, of 1 kilometer (0.6 of a oversee the oil field. mile). The proposal, which is opposed by MUSIC “A free pass,” is how Center for the oil and gas industry, would also put Biological Diversity Staff Attorney additional regulations and requirements Victoria Bogdan Tejeda described it. on existing oil fields that lie within the FLAVOR/EATS Center attorneys argued to the buffer zones. board that Phase IV’s 16-year-old How these rules, which would go environmental impact report was into effect inINFO 2023 at the earliest, could woefully outdated (the term greenhouse impact the Arroyo Grande Oilfield is gas was not printed once, they said). unknown. Neither CalGEM nor Sentinel CALENDAR That, they said, combined with the oil Peak Resources responded to New Times’ field’s purportedly shady practice of requests for comment for this story. drilling dozens of replacement wells In the meantime, OPINION SLO County at the site since 2015, residents’ quest for local gave the county plenty control over oil continues.

NEWS Charles Varni, a leading of ammunition to force Sentinel Peak to start proponent of Measure Send any news over with permitting.

G in 2018, told New or story tips to STROKES “The board should’ve Times that the Board news@newtimesslo.com. put the brakes on, I think of Supervisors’ Oct. that’s what it really comes ARTS19 decision is really an down to,” Bogdan Tejeda told New Times indicator of just how much of a voice after the hearing. “We were asking for localities have. adequate oversight, permitting, and “This is just very telling of the power accountability, and it’s disappointing that the Board of Supervisors has: If some members of the board said we’re not we had a progressive majority on there, Sentinel Peak would be dancing to a going to have that.” much different song right now,” Varni County supervisors voted 4-1 to grant said. “The county minerals division may Sentinel Peak the time extension—with be having new marching orders about 2nd District Supervisor Bruce Gibson permitting new wells.” ∆ casting the dissenting vote. Gibson said he thought Sentinel Peak’s undrilled Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be Phase IV wells should be re-evaluated reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com. alongside any future phases of drilling

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Amid mounting concerns over unhealthy forests and wildfires, Coastal Commission passes project to improve Cambria Monterey pine resilience

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or Cambria resident Lorienne Schwenk, most of the time, power outages aren’t a big deal. When a weather event caused parts of the town to lose power on a recent Tuesday, her home and workplace were both affected.

“To me, it’s not a nuisance,” Schwenk, the director of the Cambria Chamber of Commerce, told New Times. “It’s fine, we just adapt.”

But at the same time, Schwenk said, power outages connote different things now, and that makes her nervous. Sometimes, an outage is caused by an unexpected weather event, like the outage last week.

Other times, it’s a PG&E initiated Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS).

On Oct. 9, for instance, PG&E announced a widespread statewide PSPS that would begin on Oct. 11 and end the next day, with an estimated 223 SLO County customers expected to be impacted, mostly in Cambria, according to the Cambria Community Services District.

These PSPS events are implemented by PG&E to reduce the risk of wildfire from energized power lines. Trees falling onto power lines are a big fire hazard, and one that worries Schwenk.

“I would love to see more [power lines] going underground, that just seems to make sense,” Schwenk said. “We’re here with our Monterey pines, and they’re a treasure.

There’s very few places in the world with this pine, and they do fall down sometimes.”

If there was a fire, Schwenk has concerns.

“I’m nervous, with only one road out of town, and especially with a lot of elderly folks,” she said. “I think the biggest issue for me is communication during an outage. I’m fine lighting candles; meetings can always be rescheduled. I’m just concerned if there was an emergency, how would we know?”

Power line incidents are just one of the ways that fires can get started.

“Most of the fires that occur in the Cambria area are [caused by] human activity,” said Dan Turner of the SLO County Fire Safe Council. “There is lightning-caused fire here as well, but those occur only in kind of a narrow window of the year. … Ninety-plus percent of fires are human-caused.”

Human activity includes everything from roadside vehicle activities, to people operating machinery, to trees hitting power lines, and countless other possibilities, Turner said. All it takes is one spark in a drought-ridden or flammable area.

“In fact, a recent fire up there was caused by a tree falling across a power line,” Turner said, referring to a fire in San Simeon on the afternoon of Oct. 11. At the time, PG&E reported more than 1,200 customers in the area without power.

Fire risk is growing in Cambria and other parts of the North Coast, namely due to unhealthy forests that allow for more intense fires.

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at all, from disease and too many plants per acre. There’s just not enough water, other nutrient resources, to support that many plants,” Turner said. “The trees are really stressed, and it doesn’t take much to push them over the edge.”

The Monterey pine, found in Cambria and just three other places in the world, is a fire-dependent tree. But in the absence of typical fire patterns, it’s highly susceptible to intense fires that could threaten not only the forest but also the Cambria community.

“Historically what would have happened, before European settlers INVASIVE The dwarf mistletoe growing came here, you would have indigenous on a Monterey pine is a parasite to burning periodically, and you would have native forests that can cause severe lightning fires periodically,” Turner said. damage—it’s one of the invasive species “That would burn through the forest and the Coastal Commission-approved Covell remove a lot of the understory, open it Ranch project is trying to mitigate. up.”

But as things stand today, “there’s community,” Turner, from the Fire Safe this huge buildup.” It’s so bad that a Council, said. prescribed burn, right now, is off the Some nearby residents are concerned table. about the use of mechanical mastication, “There’s no way we could do that the use of machinery to clear the forest’s right now, because the intensity of the overly dense understory. Crosby Swartz, fire would be such that [it would be] president of Cambria Forest Committee, uncontrollable,” Turner said. and Laura Swartz live about a mile from To address these issues, the the proposed project.

Upper Salinas-Las Tablas Resource “The use of this technique to save Conservation District submitted a public money does not change the fact that works plan (PWP) to the California important native vegetation and animal Coastal Commission, “comprising a 10habitat will be cut down in addition to the year vegetation treatment program to target dead material,” Crosby said during enhance ecosystems and improve wildfire public comment. resilience … within the San Luis Obispo “Obviously, we all desire fire safety, but County coastal zone region that stretches at what cost to the natural environment?” from the boundary with Monterey County Laura added. “Disrupting the ecosystem in the north to the northern border of excessively will tend to fail in the long the city of Morro Bay in the south,” the run, creating hotter, drier, more deadly Commission agenda stated. conditions.”

The commission approved the PWP at Commission staff acknowledged these its Oct. 15 meeting, as well as the first concerns. project within the plan: the Covell Ranch “It’s a balancing act,” Steve Auten, project. a professional forester working on the This 665-acre forest health restoration project, said at the Oct. 15 meeting. project will happen on a privately owned “When we thinkMUSIC about these systems ranch on the outskirts of Cambria that and the importance of the Monterey pine has a conservation easement held by forest … . It’s not a massive shift that the Nature Conservancy. Collaborators FLAVOR/EATS we’re going for. We’re recognizing that include the SLO County Fire Safe we’re a part of the system.”

Council and Cal Fire.

Dr. Jonna Engel, a senior ecologist with INFO “We know that Covell Ranch, the the Coastal Commission, said “there’s actual habitat for Monterey pines, that not going to be this excessive removal of ecosystem has evolved over time with the trees.”

CALENDAR presence of fire,” Coastal Commission “The primary goal of the project is to Environmental Scientist Dr. Mary strategically remove excess saplings, Matella explained. “The whole project is and to remove all invasive species and OPINION intended to kind of mimic what some, not all, native a natural fire would be like. understory to NEWS create a mosaic of … What we’re trying to do is make sure we don’t have continuous native Send any news understory and open an extreme fire that gets up or story tips to STROKES space that more to the tops of the trees and news@newtimesslo.com. approximates natural burns really hot.” fire return interval The plan, Matella said, is ARTS conditions,” Engel said to use mechanized treatment to clear out the understory in a way that fire at the meeting. “I’m really confident that this is going to be a great project.” ∆ might have in the past.

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esearch and horror buff Katy Nicholson wants city of San Luis Obispo residents to scratch beneath its “happiest place in America” veneer.

“I come from a law enforcement family. While most kids growing up may have gotten bedtime stories about Peter Rabbit, I got true crime,” SLO native Nicholson said.

“That was my dad coming home and telling me about his day. From a very young age, I was exposed to a much darker side of SLO than most people experience.”

Gnarly nighttime stories not only instilled a fascination with storytelling in Nicholson but they also sowed the seeds for her guided ghost tour organization called Mystery Loves Company Tours.

Nicholson and her three tour guides kicked off their first tour around Downtown SLO on the evening of Oct. 20.

Her interest in such tours sparked when she started traveling with her husband, Matt, TEAMING UP Mystery Loves Company Tours around the country, and it allowed is (left to right) husband-and-wife duo Matt and both of them to mix their interests Katy Nicholson, and tour guides Amy Layman, of murder mysteries and history.

Ashley Bucknum, and Kevin Boynton.

Trips to famously haunted cities like New Orleans highlighted determined to succeed at. the lack of mystery tours in their “We purposely have avoided modern hometown. history for that exact reason. So we don’t “We were like, ‘How come SLO doesn’t talk about Kristin Smart and Rex Krebs have this?’ We realized that there was … to be sensitive to residents of SLO who really nobody else in the town exploring are still there and have felt the impact of the dark history of SLO, and we decided these recent crimes,” she said. to have a go at it. We uncovered a lot,” The tour focuses on events from the Nicholson said. founding days of the city between the With her husband’s help, Nicholson 18th and 19th centuries. Nicholson said spent hours poring over documents that the aim of the tour is to transport and old newspaper clippings from the people back in time through stories, but SLO County History Center and pieced not to cause fearmongering. In fact, her together accounts of SLO’s gruesome team came across people who wanted to past. experience the spook factor.

“I love the power of story and spoken “They seem to be drawn to that, they word and how a story can really want to be horrified. I think it’s going to captivate a diverse group of people,” be a continuing balance where we say, she said.

‘OK, how do we make sure we aren’t over The company gave SLO a small taste MUSICthese stories?’” she said. sensationalizing of their findings through a soft opening “It’s really just meant to be a fun little the weekend before their first official cheesy ghost tour. It’s not meant to be FLAVOR/EATS tour. Tour guides Amy Layman, Ashley taken too seriously.”

Bucknum, and Kevin Boynton unpacked history and haunted stories ranging INFO Fast fact from the old hanging tree at the mission • San Luis Obispo Legal Assistance to the spirit of a wandering nun at Foundation (SLOLAF) created a Mission College Preparatory Catholic CALENDAR High School. Other hotspots included the community housing advocate position after being selected to receive a new grant Ah Louis Store and the Anderson Hotel, from California Rural Legal Assistance both sites of grisly murders.

OPINION Foundation. SLOLAF appointed Francisco Nicholson said that her guides have the liberty to “make the material their Ramirez as the new advocate to increase awareness of NEWS tenants’ rights, legal access, own” when it comes to delivering the and available resources stories. Every stop on among the Black and the tour has a draft STROKES Indigenous people in story, and Nicholson SLO County, specifically attached helpful Send business and focusing on rural records and articles to ARTS nonprofit information to underserved communities. each one so the guides strokes@newtimesslo.com.

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But while Mystery Loves Company contact SLOLAF at info@slolaf.org or thrives on retelling stories from SLO’s (805) 543-5140. ∆ underbelly, Nicholson said that walking the line between presenting the truth and Reach Staff Writer Bulbul Rajagopal at exploiting trauma is a balancing act she’s brajagopal@newtimesslo.com

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BY ANDREW J. PRIDGEN

Self-ownership I’m tired of Al Fonzi

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can never make sense of Al Fonzi. His isn’t a measured point of view from the right, nor is he a concerned citizen addressing issues of local import. It’s one man spreading lies and anti-fact, antiscience, white supremacist-infused ideals parroted from the likes of Fox News, OANN, and Breitbart and spreading it around like his own manure.

He continues to decry the forever wars in Afghanistan though he was far from banging the drum for peace during their tenure. He doesn’t like the way Biden withdrew, though he supported Trump’s similar plan to do so— one that turned out to be all talk.

Fonzi denies climate change, yet he just watched the Dixie fire consume more than a million acres, and the Caldor fire take an additional 222,000 over the last 45 days in his own backyard.

Even as his party slowly shifts to acknowledge the climate crisis, he refuses to rely on fact and overwhelming scientific consensus that this planet will soon be uninhabitable for all living things if drastic and systemic changes, starting with removing the fossil fuels industry, aren’t met.

He uses age-old complaints about Dems’ spending sprees, and yet over the last century, the biggest profligates have been Donald Trump, George W. Bush, Richard Nixon, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Herbert Hoover, and George H.W. Bush—in that order.

And I guess doling out historic tax breaks to the ultra-rich is OK though money needed for health care, climate change, schools, or infrastructure are definite nos.

Never once have I seen Fonzi question

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the $775 billion rubber-stamped to the Pentagon annually to defend us (Against who? Ourselves?) or to secure our made-up borders (the terrorists who attacked the Capitol on Jan. 6 were home-grown).

Fonzi also happens to live off the same government he wants so desperately to dismantle.

A retiree who comes out swinging every column with a baseline argument that denying future generations access to the same privileges and taxpayer-fueled luxuries (not to mention a habitable planet) he enjoys has always been cruel to us readers. But now it’s starting to seem even more mean to let him continue— standing by and watching his monthly 18 column inch allotment of self-ownership has, sadly, also grown tired. ∆ Andrew J. Pridgen wrote to New Times from Los Osos. Send an opinion in response to letters@newtimesslo.com.

Letters Cal Poly employees deserve a reasonable raise

Why is it that universities brag about being engines of social mobility for their students, but not for their employees? It is, in fact, faculty and staff who make educational opportunities possible. Yet, according to salary data, the average faculty member earns less than onequarter of Cal Poly President Jeffery Armstrong’s $430,000 annual salary (that

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does not include his housing allowance or benefits, by the way).

On Oct. 5, the California Public Employee Relations Board certified that contract negotiations between the California State University (CSU) system and the California Faculty Association were at an impasse, mostly after the CSU refused the reasonable offer of a 4 percent salary increase for faculty.

In SLO County, that equates to about one month of rent for most faculty. The CSU negotiators determined that was unreasonable. However, on Sept. 15, the CSU board of trustees voted to raise the salaries of CSU presidents (many of whom already make more than President Joe Biden) by 10 percent! The CSU board of trustees could end the impasse by agreeing to a reasonable raise for faculty on Nov. 9. I encourage them to do so.

R.G. Cravens Grover Beach

I stayed in the creek while it was cleared out.

I interacted directly with homeless people, police officers, and the Prado shelter, and definitely saw a lot of interesting things.

Brandon Dove Los Osos

Alternative energy is a necessity

Where do we begin to begin? The devastating oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach in October? Or the 3.6 million pounds of high-level radioactive waste sitting in thin-walled canisters at San Onofre Nuclear Plant, 100 feet from the same warming and rising ocean? Nine million people live in neighboring communities 50 miles from Los Angeles. How did this plant (now closed mainly because of leaks) get built here in the first place?

An 1855 map shows this geological area in particular as “Earthquake Bay.” And MUSIC the final destination of that aforementioned waste? No answer since the Nuclear Age Cannabis could began 75 years ago. We must continue with FLAVOR/EATS be the answer the development and construction of wind I believe cannabis is the answer to reducing energy off our coast with storage facilities Support of alternative, homelessness, not just in San Luis Obispo but in Morro Bay. INFO clean energy is essential to reduce ocean on a global scale. I picture cannabis ranches warming and rising CO2 levels. Wind that house and employ homeless people CALENDAR are not a perfect turbines exclusively. They have a private solution. Mitigation and room, get paid to work, and careful planning are learn a life-long applicable OPINION needed to address concerns trade, while getting to use of wildlife endangerment, all the cannabis they want.

Send us your No other drugs or alcohol views and opinions to NEWSmigration pathways, the fishing industry, and would be allowed. letters@newtimesslo.com. military needs. The choice If this was effective at STROKES is obvious when oil-covered reducing homelessness, beaches, dying marine life, a tourismit’s hard to imagine government officials not supporting something that reduces dependent economy, a warming planet, and ARTS homelessness and also makes them look radioactive waste are on the scale. progressive at the same time.

Marty Brown I spent most of 2020 homeless in SLO, and Atascadero

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BY QUINN BRADY

American women

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have gone about a lot of my life at the same speed. My feet touched the ground, and it’s been one speed ever since—full speed. I am not an anomaly, as a female in American culture we have assumed this role. Especially as moms, women in the workforce, female identified domestic partners. The roles society has taught us, fed us, labeled us into, are ones of striving and service and sacrifice.

As a working mother, and just a person who gives a damn, I have found this to be particularly true. Wake up before dawn to start the day, not to slow down again until the sun is long set and the world sleeps around you. Spending every hour trying to catch up, keep up, not trip up. And maybe occasionally even remembering to stop and take in the fleeting moment with your child who has a very important slimy worm to show you in his pocket.

Balancing the never-ending pressures and expectations to not fall, and instead excel, on the treadmill that is steadily accelerating at an incline while you juggle all the things; being a total babe, accomplished and thriving, icing cakes while you balance budgets, and changing diapers with a smile and ease. Proving oneself at work and at home, in the school pickup line and the platforms around us.

This is us. This is the American woman, the dream that we have continued to uphold even in its deeply dysfunctional and damaging ways.

We have been taught this by our mothers and their mothers and their mothers’ mothers. For many beautiful reasons women have stepped up and stepped in, time and time again, generation after generation. They have met the need and met the moment that communities and countries called them to. But with time, patriarchal ways have thwarted and taken advantage of the beauty and led women to a whole different way of being in the world. One that circles the edge of burnout at all times.

You may know it well, that constant feeling of just trying to keep your head above water. You knew it pre-COVID-19, but now, now it is something more.

The recent Women in the Workplace report notes that women are even more burned out than they were a year ago, and the gap in burnout between women and men has almost doubled. In the past year, 1 in 3 women have considered leaving the workforce or downshifting their careers—a significant increase from 1 in 4 during the early months of the pandemic. High stress levels are not surprising, given the labor force is knee deep in the second year of complex pandemic workplace conditions, unrivaled workforce shortages, and a child care crisis that weaves through it all. This doesn’t even touch on the experiences of those who are full-time caregivers, or the significant complexities added when the woman is low-income, a single parent, or part of a group that faces systemic discrimination every day.

President Joe Biden has proposed a significant investment in child care in hopes of offering parents some support.

But as we wait on the government, women are reaching yet another critical

moment as more and more exit the workplace due to unrealistic demands, inequity in promotions, the continued drastic pay gaps, and ingrained expectations to assume primary caregiver. The number of women on payrolls fell last month for the first time since the winter COVID-19 surge in 2020, and this drop was even more stark for those aged 25 to 44, who are more likely to have school-age children.

Without women in the workforce, we all lose. We will have weaker economies, communities, companies, and families.

There is no winning by continuing to systematically burn out women.

The change we are waiting for isn’t coming quickly enough, and in truth, the world is fine with keeping women where they are. No one is lighting a flame under this issue unless the 166 million women in America do. But there is no silver bullet. Systemic problems require systemic solutions. Policy alone can’t deconstruct the narratives and job descriptions that society has written women into, nor is self-care the solution to unrealistic expectations.

This collective problem calls for collective solutions. We need a new level of investment from companies and leaders and individuals to push beyond important but smaller wins in the representation of women, and do the deep work necessary to shift our culture to one where all women, all people, are valued, belong, and are supported to carry the burden together.

You, reader, are a part of the collective solution we are talking about. If COVID-19 has taught us anything (and it has taught us many things), when change is critical, we are capable. Change is critical now. If you are an employer or a leader or in any position of power, it is time to reexamine the practices that keep us here. If you are a spouse or partner, time to redistribute the burden. And, if you have been subject to systematic gender inequities that leave you on the brink, reclaim your time and redefine what it means to be a woman in America. ∆ Quinn Brady (she/her) is a community advocate, organizer, and mother on the Central Coast. Send a response for publication to letters@newtimesslo.com.

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Fishy, fishy W hen someone poops on a Pride flag, films it, and posts it on TikTok for the world to see, what do you do? Ban flags, obviously.

At least, that’s what you do if you’re the Paso Robles Unified School District.

But not all flags. Just the really big ones, because those are the only flags that students want to film themselves defecating on. At first, the district thought it should ban any flag bigger than a 2 feet by 2 feet—you know, because the flag that Paso Robles High School students shit on was a 3-by-5-foot flag they’d ripped off a classroom wall.

Then, in an attempt to not seem as tone deaf as it actually is, the district reversed its decision on the size of flags it will allow in classrooms. Well—kind of. Those large 3-by-5-foot flags? They’re still banned.

But, Paso Superintendent Chris Dubost said, now 2-by-3-foot flags are a-OK! Oh good. I’m sure that LGBTQ-plus students in the district are thrilled and feel supported by this superintendent, whose response to a student-organized forum against the district’s flag ban was that he was “impressed with the quality of the presentation the students made.”

Did he think they were going to suck?

Got anything to say about students feeling like their district’s administration just doesn’t get it?

“As students, we’re exhausting ourselves fighting so hard against this,

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and they won’t listen to us and understand why it’s so important to us,” student Ava Hughes said. “We just want to be allowed what was taken from us.”

I am not impressed with the quality of Dubost’s response. Why was any size of flag banned? The punishment doesn’t fit the crime.

A punishment that does fit the crime is what the city of San Luis Obispo did to the Natural Healing Center by stripping its permit to open a dispensary after the company’s founder and former CEO Helios Dayspring was charged and pleaded guilty to bribery and tax evasion!

Even though the company and its lawyers are insisting that reprobate Dayspring is “in no way involved” with the Natural Healing Center, it would seem that he has a hand in the would-be SLO dispensary’s security plan and continues to direct site architects—and the city of SLO knows about it.

“I want you to be aware of that so you understand how these continued statements that he has no connection are landing,” SLO City Attorney Christine Dietrick told Natural Healing Center attorney Randy Fox during a meeting on Oct. 15.

To which Fox responded that although Dayspring’s longtime girlfriend Valnette Garcia is the company’s CEO and would run the company’s SLO operations,

Dayspring owns the dispensary building any redistricting effort that breaks up and would collect rent “just like if they communities along the North Coast—his rented any other space in SLO.” district. But that’s only one vote. Maybe “The rent is not dependent on the type two, if 3rd District Supervisor Dawn of business that’s conducted there,” he Ortiz-Legg joins him in dissenting. Those told Dietrick. three conservative members of the Board of Oh? It’s not?

Supervisors hold a lot of power to do pretty But the Natural Healing Center would much whatever they want to ensure their be renting space from the former founder party’s control over the county for the next of the company, who built the Natural decade—whether the liberals like it or not.

Healing Center and all of its associated They were eerily quiet during the Oct. businesses from the ground up, who bribed 26 meeting, keeping their cards close to public officials on the company’s behalf, their chest andMUSIC declining to discuss their who designed the building specifically thoughts on the current redistricting maps as a dispensary for the Natural Healing offered by county staff. They’re acting like FLAVOR/EATS Center, and who would continue to benefit they’ve got some last minute plan up their from said company by receiving rent. sleeves that they won’t reveal until it’s too So it’s not really the same as renting late for anyone else to do anything about it. any other space in SLO, is it?

I don’t trust INFO ’em.

It’s an arrangement that’s way more A lot could change with some of the fishy than your standard, everyday rental maps offered upCALENDAR by county staff and the agreement. Fishy, fishy, fishy. public. One of those maps, Kind of like this whole submitted by resident redistricting process that the Richard Patten, takes OPINION San Luis Obispo County District 2 and shrinks Send us your Board of Supervisors it down to Morro Bay views and opinions to NEWSand San Luis Obispo, is overseeing—redrawing letters@newtimesslo.com. the districts that as elected removing several of the officials they would benefit coastal bergs, including STROKES from. the one that Gibson Well. We all know that only the majority currently lives in (Cayucos), and giving it to of the board will be deciding on this Districts 1 and ARTS 3. county’s new supervisorial districts. It “It’s time for a change,” Patten said at doesn’t really matter that 2nd District the meeting.

Supervisor Bruce Gibson said that Boy, it sure is time for the base of power he was against any iteration of the in this county to change, but that’s not it. ∆ redistricting map that divided “coastal voices.”

The Shredder is ready for some liberal During the Oct. 26 redistricting shenanigans. Send ideas to shredder@ hearing, he said he would vote against newtimesslo.com.

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The San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden hosts its Macramé Air Plant Hanger Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. Lindsey Altman, from Tied and True Goods, will lead this class in which participants will make their own air plant hangers using local driftwood and natural cotton rope. Admission ranges from $55 to $65. Call (805) 541-1400 or visit slobg.org to find out more. The garden is located at 3450 Dairy Creek Road, San Luis Obispo.

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

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

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

FEATURED ARTIST ATUL PANDE “I am a selftaught painter working in water-based media, mainly acrylic. My style is based on the non-objective modern expressionist movement that originated in post-WWII New York. I work in an intuitive manner exploring line, form and color, but without a goal in mind,” Pande said in a statement. Through Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

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

FEATURED CRAFT ARTIST: ARDELLA SWANBERG Type of Art: Book making and handmade crafts. Ardella was raised in Garden Grove, California, lived in many locations, and relocated to here 25 years ago. Ardella paints subjects found in the Central Coast. Through Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

FOREVER STOKED PAINT PARTY Join us at the gallery, for a few hours to travel on a creative paint journey guided by a member of the fun loving FS crew. You will receive as much or as little instruction as you prefer. No artistic experience is necessary. Saturdays, 7-9 p.m. $45.

805-772-9095. Forever Stoked, 1164 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. FREE CREATIVITY DAY This ongoing group is free, informal, and open to the public. Meet in the Studio at Art Center Morro Bay. Bring your art work, in any

medium and join others working in various mediums.

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

GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE: FEATURED ARTIST GROUP SHOW “Between The Tides” is a group photography show, depicting the beauty of our seacoast—the amazing land and waterscapes that shape our beautiful Central Coast. Kerry Drager, Teresa Ferguson, Greg Siragusa, and Dominic Hartman bring their individual photographic snap-shots to this show.

Through Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

LARRY LE BRANE’S WEEKLY FUSED GLASS LABS FOR EXPERIENCED STUDENTS Call or email host, or check website for more precise info on workshop dates (dates vary). Ideal for students who already make fused-glass independently. Try 1 or a whole series with technical and design help. Equipment and decorative glass included in $55 fee. Students supply COE 96 base glass. No drop-ins, please. Details, dates, and register at larron4@charter.net. Through Nov. 27 $55. 805-528-8791. facebook.com/larry. lebrane. Central Coast Glass Blowing and Fusing, 1279 2nd Street, Los Osos.

LEARN BEGINNING FUSED GLASS WITH LARRY LE BRANE Call or email host, or check website for more precise info on workshop dates (dates vary). Make fused-glass home/garden décor, gifts, dishware, or use in your own artwork. No previous art skills are needed.

All materials for 3-5 projects are included in $135 fee.

For 4-6 students. No drop-ins. Registration at larron4@charter.net Through Jan. 29, 2022 $135. 805-528-8791. facebook.com/larry. lebrane. Central Coast Glass Blowing and Fusing, 1279 2nd Street, Los Osos.

LIVE FIGURE DRAWING CLASS Open to vaccinated adults. All levels and art techniques are welcome. 18 ages and over. No photos allowed. Bring your own art materials. First come, first served. Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. through Jan. 26 $10 members; $12 non-members.

805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/ comingevents/classes/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS AND ARTISTS Cambria Center for the Arts is always looking for volunteers to help us with projects. No artistic skills required. Artists are also sought on a continual basis.

Please check our website for details. Through Dec. 31 805-927-8190. cambriaarts.org/home. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

LORENZO CHAVEZ: PLEIN AIR PASTEL WORKSHOP Four days of plein air pastel painting under the tutelage of renowned artist, Lorenzo Chavez.

Workshop will be held in different locations in and around San Simeon. Through Oct. 30 $625 members; $650 non-members. 805-440-4579. 3cps.org/showsand-events/. W. R. Hearst State Beach, 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon.

OPENING RECEPTION: WINTER FAIRE EXHIBIT MBAA presents the Annual Winter Faire and Juried Craft Show, featuring some of the finest artworks on the Central Coast. This special holiday event offers a collection of exceptional paintings, photography and fine crafts, spanning a variety of artistic mediums. Enjoy music, wine, and snacks at reception. Nov. 7, 2-4 p.m.

Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org/index.php/ upcoming-exhibits/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

THE REBOOT STORYTELLING REIMAGINED (SEASON FINALE): THE BIG REVEAL Local faves and special guest tellers weave true story gold for folks who delight in all things well told. Dress warm for outdoor seating in fresh night air and come ready to enjoy Top Dog’s tasty treats and The Reboot’s last run in

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

INDEX Arts ............................[15] Culture & Lifestyle.......[18] Food & Drink..............[20] Music .........................[20]

2021. Oct. 29, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-772-9225. facebook. com/the.reboot4u. Top Dog Coffee Bar, 857 Main St., Morro Bay.

WINTER FAIRE AND CRAFTS SHOW This very special holiday event offers a collection of exceptional paintings, photography and fine crafts, spanning a variety of artistic mediums from traditional to contemporary. Crafts include fiber, wood, glass, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, and more. Nov. 4-Jan. 3, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org.

Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. NORTH SLO COU NT Y

1975 PEOPLE PLACES THINGS: A PHOTO EXHIBIT Maureen Thompson and Larry Borges have restored black and white photos from Europe taken nearly 50 years ago while Maureen studied photography in Austria. Opening reception on Sept. 4. Exhibit continues through Dec. 1. Through Dec. 1 Free. 520730-9733. Joebella Coffee Roasters, 3168 El Camino Real, Atascadero, joebellacoffee.com.

BOTTLE ART: THE CREATIVITY OF WINE LABELS Label art and wine scenes from the Paso Robles region.

Nov. 2-29 Free. 8052389800. studiosonthepark.org/ events/bottle-art/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

BRUCE MUNRO: LIGHT AT SENSORIO Acclaimed artist Bruce Munro’s Light at Sensorio features two walkthrough installations: “Field of Light” featuring almost 60,000 color-changing blooms covering 15 acres of rolling hills; and “Light Towers,” celebrating Paso Robles wine country with 69 towers composed of more than 17,000 illuminated wine bottles. ThursdaysSundays. through Jan. 2 $9.50-$110. 805-226-4287. sensoriopaso.com/. Sensorio, 4380 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles.

CENTRAL COAST WEAVERS 14TH ANNUAL SALE AND GUILD SHOWCASE A once a year opportunity to shop for the county’s finest handwoven and handcrafted items. Proof of complete vaccination and properly worn masks required for entry. Nov. 5, 12-7 p.m., Nov. 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 805-438-5501. weaversguild.com. Strawbale Barn Weaving School, 9156 Santa Margarita Rd., Atascadero.

DEPRISE BRESCIA ART GALLERY: OPEN DAILY Features a large selection of encaustic art, sculpted paintings, art installations, acrylic palette knife paintings, digital art, glass, jewelry, stones, fossils, and a butterfl y sculpture garden. ongoing DepriseBrescia. com. Deprise Brescia Art Gallery, 829 10th St., Paso Robles, 310-621-7543.

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DIA DE LOS MUERTOS PLATE CLASS Create your own unique skull plate using pre-cut pieces of glass. A fun, festive class for the beginning fuser. All materials included. Limited to 6 people. Oct. 30, 2-4 p.m. $45.

805-464-2633. glassheadstudio.com. Glasshead Studio, 8793 Plata Lane, Suite H, Atascadero.

LUMINOUS LIGHTSCAPES Glass art celebrates the drama of light, color and form, making it luminous by its very nature. Luminous Lightscapes showcases many disciplines of glass art created by Rod Baker, Theresa Buccola, George Jercich, Kelly Johnson, Richard Mortensen, Carolyn Niblick, Brenda Steffensen, and Stephanie Wilbanks. Through Nov. 1, 12-4 p.m. Free.

805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/luminouslightscapes/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, 5438562, sloma.org/.

MASK MAKING AND HAT MAKING Geared for children and adults. ongoing Spirits of Africa Gallery, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, spiritsofafricagallery.com/.

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

PALESTINE: UNLIMITED PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT The display features photos from ten competition finalists from the first annual Karimeh Abboud Award Competition of Dar al-Kalima University College of Arts and Culture in Bethlehem, Palestine.

Saturdays, Sundays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. through Oct. 31 Free. 805-544-2133. Mount Carmel Lutheran Church, 1701 Frederciks St, San Luis Obispo.

REVISITING THE VESSEL This exhibition

PHOTOGRAM CLASS: ALL AGES Summon the spirit of Fall by designing your own prints. Used by botanists, the art of the Photogram will teach you to harness the beauty of nature with an expression all your own. Simple and fun, this class is for all ages. Tickets include all materials. Nov. 6, 11 a.m.-noon $30.

805-464-0533. The ARTery, 5890 Traffic Way, Atascadero, the1artery.com.

OCT. 28 – NOV. 4 2021

SPOOKY STRING ART Time for some Halloween-related crafts. Make some festive string art on a hangable board. Choose a Bat, Pumpkin, or Ghost shape, and let your creativity run. All ages welcome and the ticket price includes all materials.

RSVPs are required in advance. Oct. 30, 4-5 p.m. $30.

805-464-0533. the1artery.com/events/string-art. The ARTery, 5890 Traffic Way, Atascadero.

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

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

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

ART AND ABOUT Juan Alberto Negroni: Pacificaribbean, Mark di Suvero; History and Its Shadow, Content(s): Revisiting the Vessel, Deconstructed Freedom, mixed media by Eric Jon Boyd. Features live DJ and wine pouring. Nov. 5-7, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-5438562. sloma.org/visit/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

CALIFORNIA CENTRAL COAST PASTEL SOCIETY: 3CPS MEMBER ONLINE SHOW Discover California Central Coast Pastel Society’s new online exhibit, with vibrant contemporary and classical paintings in varied styles and themes. Find exhibit, workshop, membership, paint-out dates, and event info on website. Through March 31, 2022 Free. 3cps. org/3cps-online-show/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

DECONSTRUCTED FREEDOM A descendant of

PART OF THE CAL POLY ARTS 21/22 SEASON FEATURING:

the Cahuilla Band of Indians, Eric Jon Boyd creates mixed-media artwork that takes account of history and culture from an Indigenous perspective. This exhibition illustrates a history of events that changed the landscape of California. Through Nov. 28, 11 a.m.5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibition/ deconstructed-freedom/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

FREE DOCENT TOURS AT SLOMA Gain a deeper understanding of the artwork on view with SLOMA’s new docent tours. Join our trained guides for interactive and engaging tours of SLOMA’s current exhibitions. To join a tour, please check-in at the front desk. Docent tours are free. Saturdays, 3-4 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma. org/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

FREE MEMBERSHIP IN CENTRAL COAST SCULPTORS Central Coast Sculptors welcomes

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CA artists, teachers, and students working in 3D art media, and sculpture enthusiasts. Join for free until Dec. 31. No geographic requirements. Enjoy distinctive exhibits such as ‘The Phantom Project,’ pop-ups, juried member showcases, and more. Through Dec. 31 Free membership. 505-690-4283. centralcoastsculptors.org/ membership.html. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

MACRAMÉ AIR PLANT HANGER WORKSHOP AT SLO BOTANICAL GARDEN Join us at the SLO Botanical Garden to spend a relaxing evening learning the basics of macramé. Master the basic knots and make your very own air plant hanger. All materials, as well as a glass bubble vase are included. Nov. 4, 6-8 p.m. $65. 805-541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

MARK DI SUVERO: HISTORY AND ITS SHADOW An exhibition of paintings and sculpture by the world renowned artist. Through Nov. 7 San Luis Obispo

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explores the vessel, a form artists have been drawing inspiration from for thousands of years, as a reminder of its transcendence, necessity, and influence. This exhibition is hosted in partnership with the Central Coast Sculptors Group. Through Nov. 28, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibition/revisiting-the-vessel/.

San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

SPIRITUAL MOVIE DISCUSSION (VIRTUAL) Supported by Unity 5 Cities, this weekly virtual group discusses popular movies with spiritual themes (please watch movies in advance). Contact Melissa at meliss. crist@gmail.com to be added to the email list and receive the link. Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-4409461. unity5cities.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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

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FRANKENSTEIN’S BRIDE This horror story spoof hilariously reconstructs the classic tale by injecting it with musical parodies, pop culture references, and witty one-liners. Fifteen years after the death of Frankenstein’s creation, a mad scientist attempts to reanimate the Creature. What could possibly go wrong?

Wednesdays-Sundays. through Nov. 14 $25-$32. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.

ART IN THE PARK AT DINOSAUR CAVES An outdoor art festival featuring more than 40 artists/ vendors. Located at Dinosaur Caves Park in Shell Beach, overlooking the ocean. Selection includes glass, pottery, jewelry, textiles, furniture, sculpture, paintings, photography, beauty products, food, plants, and more. Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Free. 559-907-7538. artintheparkshellbeach.com. Dinosaur Caves Park, 2701 Price St, Pismo Beach.

IS SILVER’S SECRET AT THE LIGHTHOUSE? This zany one-act pirate play is a treasure chest full of silliness with cheerleader mermaids, ghosts, smugglers, and lobsters. Oct. 30 and Oct. 31 my805tix.com. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

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

OPEN STUDIO FOR ADULTS Call to reserve. All materials included. Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. and Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $35. 805-668-2125. lila.community.

LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. suite 101, Arroyo Grande.

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

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10TH ANNUAL PAINTED CHAIR RAFFLE Local artists were asked to submit chairs, quilts, and other items based on either a book or a book genre, which will be raffled off during a drawing on Oct. 29. Sponsored by the Friends of the Santa Maria Public Library. Through Oct. 29 fsmpl.org. Santa Maria Town Center, 142 Town Center East, Santa Maria.

ART EXHIBIT: FLOYD AND BARBARA SNYDER Beginning Friday, September 3, the works of talented local artists Floyd and Barbara Snyder will be exhibiting at the Shepard Hall Art Gallery. Their show entitled “Return to Peace & Tranquility,” will be on display until

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The Santa Maria Empty Bowls fundraiser takes place at the Santa Maria Fairpark on Wednesday, Nov. 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees can stay in their cars during this drive-through event held in the Fairpark’s parking lot. Each patron will receive their own handcrafted bowl and a to-go container of soup. Tickets are $25 and proceeds benefit the Food Bank of Santa Barbara County. Visit foodbanksbc.org for more info.

—C.W. ARTS from page 16 the end of October. Through Oct. 28 Free. 805-9250994. Shepard Hall Art Gallery - Santa Maria Public Library, 421 South McClelland St., Santa Maria.

CASA DEL RIO’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR A selection of unique gift and home décor items. All handmade by local artists. As well as jam and baked items. Free hourly drawings. 50/50 pot to benefit Dignity Health. Lunch will be available for purchase.

Nov. 6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 805-441-9791. Casa Del Rio Clubhouse, 1124 N Suey Rd., Santa Maria.

McClelland St., Santa Maria.

SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY: BOOK CLUB OVER THE PHONE A teleconference book discussion group, meets on the first Tuesday of each month. For more information email jgaytan@cityofsantamaria.org First Tuesday of every month, 2-3 p.m. 805-925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org/city-government/departments/ library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

LOCAL AND FEATURED ARTIST EXHIBITS Valley

SOCIAL DIS-DANCE Classes available for all skill levels. Class sizes limited. ongoing Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, 805-9376753.

Art Gallery, located in the SM Airport, exhibits local and featured artist work. New exhibits are mounted the first Tuesday of even-numbered months. Wide variety of art available for purchase. ongoing, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Free.

805-922-0663. Santa Maria Airport, 3249 Terminal Dr., Santa Maria.

TECH TALKS: LIVE ON INSTAGRAM Every Tuesday sit down with one of our technical staff and learn about the ins and outs of their craft. Get the exclusive with our host Erik Stein. Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m. PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313, pcpa.org.

MOVIE NIGHT: ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW

VALLEY ART GALLERY’S FALL ART SPECTACULAR 2021 The Valley Art Gallery of Santa

Come dressed up in your best costumes for this special movie night event. Presented in a first come, first served basis. Seating is limited. Oct. 30 Free. smct.org. Santa Maria Civic Theatre, 1660 N. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

MUSIC LESSONS AT COELHO Call or go online for the Academy’s current offerings. The Academy offers private lessons by the hour or half hour for all age groups and ability. ongoing 805-925-0464. coelhomusic. com. Coelho Academy of Music, 325 E. Betteravia Rd., Santa Maria.

OUTDOOR UKULELE LESSONS For individuals 50

Maria is presenting original art work from local artists.

All work is available for purchasing. Free parking. Free admission. Open during airport hours. Through Dec. 1 Free. valleygallery.org. Santa Maria Airport, 3249 Terminal Dr., Santa Maria.

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

years and up, at no charge. Participants will learn to play chords, melodies, and familiar songs. Five baritone ukuleles are available to borrow, or class members may bring one of their own. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m. cityofsantamaria.org/register. Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria.

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

PCPA: ACTORS TALKBACK Streams live on PCPA’s Instagram every Thursday and spotlights a different thespian guest each week. Hosted by Erik Stein.

Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. Free. pcpa.org. PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313.

WORKSHOPS VIA ZOOM Sara Curran Ice, PCPA’s Technical Theatre Program Coordinator/Designer, is conducting Workshops via Zoom for local high school drama students. Check site or call for more info. ongoing PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313, pcpa.org.

PCPA READS AT HOME A literacy project that uses

YOUTH WRITING PACKS: SANTA MARIA PUBLIC LIBRARY Ages 6 to 18. Youth Writing Packs include a

our students’ learning to serve children and parents who are learning at home. Co-hosted by Allan Hancock College and the Santa Maria-Bonita School District to bring a love of stories and language to people right in their homes. ongoing PCPA: The Pacific Conservatory Theatre, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, 805-922-8313, pcpa.org.

PUMPKIN SUCCULENT CENTERPIECE WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS Wondering what to do with leftover pumpkins? Join us and learn how to repurpose your pumpkins into a Pumpkin Succulent Centerpiece. These centerpieces are easy to create and make a festive Thanksgiving decoration for indoors or outdoors. Registration is required. Oct. 30, 1-2 p.m.

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

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journal as well as a variety of activities to both ease the pressure of writing and inspire amateur authors. Includes projects designed to help authors strengthen the writing skills they already possess. Oct. 28, Oct. 29 and Oct. 30 Free. 805-925-0994. engagedpatrons.org. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

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ARTISTIC PERCEPTIONS Gallery Los Olivos presents Cheryl Ambrecht and Patricia Watkins in this duo show. The artists exhibit still life and plein air paintings and jewelry. Both artists have been Gallery artists for more than 10 years and have a huge collection of creative work to share. Mondays, Thursdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Oct. 31 Free. 805-688-7517.

GalleryLosOlivos.com. Gallery Los Olivos, 2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos.

COMEDY NIGHT WITH CURTIS COOK Enjoy standup comedy from headliner Curtis Cook. Also features Kelsie Rae, Sal España, and Justin Bournoville. “Farm to Saloon” food menu available. Nov. 3, 8 p.m. my805tix. com. Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, 805-686-4785.

GALLERY LOS OLIVOS: MARCIA BURTT Gallery Los Olivos’ solo show for November. Nov. 1-Dec. 2 Gallery Los Olivos, 2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos, 805688-7517, gallerylosolivos.com.

HOLLI HARMON: THE NATURE OF CLOUDS Chandelier crystals, spider plants, and various succulents are among the items suspended by invisible threads, all under a ceiling designed to resemble a cumulus-cloud-filled sky, in artist Holli Harmon’s window installation inspired by the water cycle. Through Nov. 1 wildlingmuseum.org. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082.

NATURETRACK FILM FESTIVAL Runs in-person for one day (Oct. 16) in Los Olivos and virtually (Oct. 17 through Oct. 31). Check website for details. Through Oct. 31 naturetrackfilmfestival.org/. Downtown Los Olivos, Grand Ave., Los Olivos, 805-688-9049.

SHARING THE LIGHT: ANSEL ADAMS AND ALAN ROSS This duo exhibition showcases the photography careers of both Ansel Adams (1902-1984) and Alan Ross (whose work is pictured), a longtime friend and former assistant of Adams. Through March 20, 2022 wildlingmuseum.org. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082.

WIDENING CIRCLES: LANDSCAPE PORTRAITS OF SOLVANG Both of the show’s featured artists, husband and wife John Iwerks and Chris Chapman, will also be hosting periodic art demonstrations at the museum (Oct. 9, Oct. 30, and Nov. 13). Through Feb. 1,

2022 elverhoj.org. Elverhoj Museum of History and Art, 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang, 805-686-1211.

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

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

Free. 805-395-2399. cambriascarecrows. com/. Cambria Scarecrow Fest, Citywide, Cambria.

and special prizes for those who participate in the costume contest. No tricks, just treats. Oct. 31, 9 p.m.midnight cambriapineslodge.com/onsite. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200.

charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

MORRO BAY MIXED MARTIAL ARTS: SCHOOL OF TECHNIQUE Classes in fitness, boxing, kickboxing,

NAR-ANON: FRIDAY MEETINGS A meeting for

mixed martial arts, and more. Use mind and body training for results that stick. Check website or call for more info. Mondays-Fridays, 8 a.m. and MondaysSaturdays, 9 a.m. through Oct. 28 Call for price details.

805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE RUMMAGE SALE People Helping people is having a huge rummage sale.

Proceeds go to The South Bay Community, to Needs N’ Wishes, for the SLO Prado Women’ and Children’s Center, and to People Helping People. Oct. 30, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 805-528-2626. South Bay Community Center, 2180 Palisades Ave, Los Osos.

TAI CHI AND QI GONG: ZEN IN MOTION Small group classes with

2019 Tai Chi Instructor of the Year. Call for time and days. Learn the Shaolin OCT. 28 – NOV. 4 Water Style and 5 Animals Qi Gong.

2021 Beginners welcomed. Mondays, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Call for price details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, CARDIO BARRE Sculpt. Tone. Sweat. With 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. Bridget Sundays, 10-11 a.m. through Dec. 26 $20 Drop in; Monthly Membership available. 805-215-4565.

TAI CHI CHUN CERTIFICATION With the 2019 Tai Chi omnistudiomb.com. Omni Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Instructor of the year. Ongoing courses. ongoing Call for Morro Bay. price. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. CENTRAL COAST SLIM DOWN Take control of food without suffering. Learn a step-by-step process to take control of overeating, cravings, and feel peace with food. Build the habits, mindset, and your unique path with results that stick. Hosted byTami Cruz (Certified Health/Life Coach) and Dana Charvet (Coach/Fitness Trainer). ongoing Call for pricing info. 805 235 7978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

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

HALLOWEEN PARTY IN THE FIRESIDE LOUNGE Join us for a spooky Halloween party in the Fireside Lounge. There will be live entertainment, festive drinks,

NORTH SLO COU NT Y those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-221-5523. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero.

NAR-ANON: TUESDAY MEETINGS Nar-Anon is a support group for those who are affected by someone else’s addiction. Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. naranoncentralca. org/meetings/meeting-list/. The Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 805-2215523.

OPEN AIR VINEYARD YOGA Intentionally carve out time for quiet, movement, and a little self pampering in the open air of the vineyard with Yogi Chelcy Westphal Johnson, of Mindful Movement Collective. Fridays, 9:3010:30 a.m. $28-$150. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-239-1730.

SUNSET YOGA All levels vinasya inspired asana (yoga) practice that will include grounding breath-work and silent meditation that helps you connect to the earth below and your own intuitive knowing. Through Nov. 18 my805tix.com. Beach Access Parking Lot, 102 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay.

TOPS SUPPORT GROUP: WEIGHT LOSS AND MAINTENANCE A self-help support group focusing on weight loss and maintenance. Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. 805242-2421. tops.org. Santa Margarita Senior Center, 2210 H St., Santa Margarita.

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

YOGA IN THE GARDEN Enjoy yoga in the garden followed by ergonomic tips for gardeners, plus receive a coupon for 20 percent off one item at the Nursery.

Saturdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. through Oct. 30 $15. cambrianursery.com. Cambria Nursery & Florist, 2801 Eton Rd, Cambria, 805-927-4747.

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

Mondays, Wednesdays Call for details. 805-701-7397.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

BIRDS AND BOTANY MONTHLY WALK AT SLO BOTANICAL GARDEN The Garden is excited to present a monthly bird walk series on the fourth Thursday of every month which explores the intersection of birds and botany.

Fourth Thursday of every month, 8-11 a.m. $10 for Garden Members; $40 for general public. 805-541-1400. slobg. org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

CAL HOPE SLO GROUPS AT TMHA Visit website for full list of weekly Zoom groups available. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays calhopeconnect.org.

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

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Find Your Bliss AT COSTA GALLERY IN LOS OSOS

FEATURING: Karin Gray Jewelry

Costa Gallery offers affordable art, photography, pottery, jewelry, gifts & cards Michael J Costa is a fine art photographer Open Thurs–Mon 11am–4:30pm or by appointment:

559.799.9632

2087 10th Street Los Osos michaeljcosta.com @costagallery

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Volleyball. Oct. 30, 7 p.m. gopoly.com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS CSUSB Don’t miss your first chance to watch the Mustangs in this exhibition game. Admission is free. Nov. 6, 12-2 p.m. Free. gopoly.com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

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

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

Toiletries provided. Sundays, 1-3 p.m. Free. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

FUN RUN FOR INCLUSION 5K 2021 Life Steps will be hosting a virtual Fun Run for Inclusion 5K benefit run. Runners can choose to complete the event at your own time, place, and pace. Through Oct. 30 $35-$40.

650-259-1808. lsf5k.org/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

LGBTQ+ FED THERAPIST LEAD SUPPORT GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) A pro-recovery

TURN UP YOUR RADIO

Orcutt Community Theater presents performances of its latest production, War of the Worlds: The Panic Broadcast, at the KDA Studio through Sunday, Oct. 31. This show is based on Orson Welles’ infamous 1938 radio reading of H.G. Wells’ alien invasion novel. Tickets are $15 and are available at the door or in advance at my805tix.com. Visit orcuttcommunitytheater.org for more details. The KDA Studio is located at 3558 Skyway Drive, Santa Maria.

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CAL POLY MEN’S BASKETBALL VS CAL STATE LA Don’t miss your first chance to watch Cal Poly Basketball. Admission is free for this exhibition game.

Nov. 3, 6-8 p.m. Free. gopoly.com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY VOLLEYBALL VS CAL STATE

FULLERTON It’s Youth Night, so all kids ages 13 and under receive free admission to the match, and the first 50 kids will get a Cal Poly Yo-Yo. Oct. 29, 7 p.m. gopoly. com/. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY VOLLEYBALL VS LONG BEACH STATE Put on your best costume and come to Mott Athletics Center for a Halloween celebration with Cal Poly

group offering space to those seeking peer support, all stages of ED recovery. We understand recovery isn’t linear and judgment-free support is crucial. Share, listen, and be part of a community building up each other. First Wednesday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Free. galacc.org/ events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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

MODERN DANCE FITNESS CLASS FOR ADULTS Rhythmic and exploratory movement rooted in expressive modern dance style. This class is suitable for all levels. Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m. World Rhythm and Motion Studio, 3422 Miguelito Ct., Studio #3, San Luis Obispo, 805-596-0609, worldrhythmandmotion.com.

OUTDOOR YOGA CLASSES Hotel San Luis Obispo, Piazza Hospitality’s first property on California’s scenic Central Coast, offers outdoor yoga classes on its rooftop terrace. Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays $10-$15; complimentary for hotel guests. 805-235-0700. hotelslo.com. Hotel San Luis Obispo, 877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

PUMPKINS FOR GOOD Tar Creek Ranch is so excited to partner with two amazing nonprofits this season. From October 15th through Halloween, a portion of money spent on traditional carving pumpkins at Tar Creek Ranch will be donated to Jack’s Helping Hand and Lumina Alliance. Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. through Oct. 31 Free. 209-628-3658. tarcreekranch.com. Tar Creek Ranch, 2514 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande.

Q YOUTH GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) This is a social support group for LGBTQ+ and questioning youth between the ages of 11-18. Each week the group explores personal, cultural, and social identity.

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

QI GONG FOR MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT Learn and practice qi gong, a Chinese system for physical, mental and spiritual development. This class is conducted outdoors in a beautiful setting, which is the best place to do qi gong, as its inspiration is drawn from nature.

Certified instructor: Devin Wallace. Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. $10. 805-709-2227. Crows End Retreat Center, 6340 Squire Ct., San Luis Obispo.

SLO ASTROLOGERS We are a small group of Central Coast folks who love talking about astrology. We enjoy learning from each other and hearing personal experiences so that we can understand the meaning of astrological symbols. Don’t be shy, give us a try. First Wednesday of every month, 6-7 p.m. Free. galacc.org/ events/. GALA Pride and Diversity Center, 1060 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-541-4252.

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

SLO SKIERS MONTHLY MEETING SLO Skiers, a sports and social club for adults, has its monthly meeting. Activities held year round. First Wednesday of every month, 6-8 p.m. through Dec. 1 Meetings free; yearly membership $50. 805-528-3194. Dairy Creek Golf Course, 2990 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo, dairycreekslo.com.

SLOROLL: A COMMUNITY INITIATIVE A free pop-up roller skating event. Locations posted the day of at 4 p.m. Follow @thesloroll. First Saturday of every month

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SUNDAY EVENING RAP LGBTQ+ AA GROUP (VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM) Alcoholics Anonymous

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SALUTE TO SCARECROWS: A STARLIT FOOD AND WINE CELEBRATION A whimsical night of

WOODS WIGGLE WAGGLE FALL FESTIVAL Features activities for both dogs and humans, vendors, food, costume contest, and more in the name of supporting the life-saving programs Woods has to offer. Oct. 30 Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo.

YOGA IN THE PARK FOR CANCER SURVIVORS, PATIENTS, AND LOVED ONES These special classes, which are designed

of local farm fresh products, baked goods, crafts, and more. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. 805-824-7383.

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

music, wine, food and costumes (encouraged but not required) on the beautiful grounds of the Cambria Nursery to celebrate the annual Cambria Scarecrow Festival. Oct. 30, 6-8 p.m. $40. 805-395-2399. cambriascarecrows.com/events/. Cambria Nursery & Florist, 2801 Eton Rd, Cambria.

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my805tix.com. Paso Robles Downtown Wineries, 612 12th St., Suite 101, Paso Robles, 805-729-2000.

THE GHOST OF AJ’S Features live music, a costume contest (with prizes), photo booth, and food from Danior Kitchen catering, as well as festive housemade cocktails. Oct. 29 AJ Spurs, 508 S. Main St., Templeton.

for survivors to go at their own pace and boost energy, are provided by Tenet Health Central Coast. Participants are asked to bring their own yoga mats or blanket, and wheelchair participants are welcome. First Saturday of every month, 10 a.m. through Dec. 4 805-401-1940. tenethealthcentralcoast.com/services/oncology.

Meadow Park, 2251 Meadow St., San Luis Obispo.

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

ZUMBA WITH CHRISTIANA SLO’s ultimate dance

TAPAS ON THE HILL Enjoy traditional tapas and award-

fitness workout, combining cardio and muscle toning set to today’s hottest Latin beats. All levels are welcomed and celebrated. First class is $5 to try. Various pricing options available. Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 p.m. ChristianaEnriquez.

Zumba.com. Zumba with Christiana, 3422 Miguelito Ct, Studio 3, San Luis Obispo, 805-305-5609.

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33RD ANNUAL PUMPKINS AT THE PARK. This free event will include pumpkin decorating, games, crafts, bounce houses, and costume contests with prizes. Call for more info. Oct. 30, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free.

805-773-7063. pismobeach.org/recreation. Dinosaur Caves Park, 2701 Price St, Pismo Beach.

GREENER PASTURES FARM SANCTUARY: SELFGUIDED TOUR Visit Greener Pastures Farm Sanctuary for a self-guided tour where you will meet the rescued residents up close and hear their stories of triumph from volunteers who work with them weekly. You will meet goats, mini horses, sheep, potbelly pig, mini donkeys, chickens, ducks, and turkeys. First Saturday of every month, 12-1 & 1-2 p.m. through Dec. 4 $10. 805-7047327. greenerpasturessanctuary.org/events.html.

Greener Pastures Farm Sanctuary, 2148 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande.

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL AND HAUNTED MAZE Features carnival booths, pumpkin carving and costume contests, a haunted maze, and more. Oct. 30, 4:307:30 p.m. arroyogrande.org. Historic Village of Arroyo Grande, Branch and Short St., Arroyo Grande.

POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE VIRTUAL TOUR Join a live docent via Zoom for an interactive virtual tour of the Point San Luis Lighthouse. Wednesdays, 11 a.m. $10. pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

VETSURF FRIDAY Veterans encouraged to join us for these weekly VetSurf programs to share the camaraderie.

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

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

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

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

HUMAN BEING SUPPORT AND INSPIRATION ONLINE GROUP An online group to listen and get support from others from the comfort of your own home. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. $40 monthly subscription.

805-598-1509. divining.weebly.com. Divine Inspiration, 947 E Orange St., Santa Maria.

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

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is a voluntary, worldwide fellowship of folks from all walks of life who together, attain and maintain sobriety.

Requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.

Email aarapgroup@gmail.com for password access.

Sundays, 7-8 p.m. No fee. galacc.org/events/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. to-peer support for trans, gender non-conforming, non-binary, and questioning people. In-person and Zoom meetings held. Contact tranzcentralcoast@gmail.com for more details. Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. GALA Pride and Diversity Center, 1060 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-541-4252.

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winning wine with panoramic sweeping vineyard views from our hilltop patio while the sun sets over the vineyard.

Fridays, 5-8 p.m. through Oct. 29 805-434-3333. Kick off your weekend on our hilltop patio with traditional tapas, award-winning wine, and stunning panoramic vineyard views. Call or email to reserve your table. Fridays, 5-7 p.m. through Oct. 29 805-434-3333. AronHill Vineyards, 3745 West Highway 46, Templeton, aronhillvineyards.com.

TWILIGHT RESERVE TASTING Semi-private sunset rooftop tasting experience. Includes a flight of limited release and reserve wines paired with a complimentary cheese and charcuterie board. Advanced 48-hour booking required. Fridays, Saturdays, 6 p.m. through Oct. 30 $120 per person. 805-369-6100. toothandnailwine.com/. Tooth and Nail Winery, 3090 Anderson Rd., Paso Robles.

VIRTUAL WINE TASTING PACKAGES AT CASS WINERY Wine by the glass and bottles are also available for purchase. Check site for specific virtual tasting packages. ongoing Free. 805-239-1730. casswines.com/.

Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more than 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

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ARROYO GRANDE FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 12-2:25 p.m. Arroyo Grande Farmers Market, Olohan Alley, Arroyo Grande.

DRIVE-THRU BARBECUE FUNDRAISER Each meal includes large try-tip, take and bake garlic bread, coleslaw, and beans. Feeds 4 to 6. Proceeds benefit the Coastal Performing Arts Foundation. Oct. 30, 4 & 5 p.m. $50. my805tix.com.

Oceano Elks Lodge, 410 Air Park Drive, Oceano.

PISMO BEACH FARMERS MARKET Features various vendors selling their goods. Wednesdays, 4-7 p.m. Pismo Beach Farmers Market, Pismo Pier, Pismo Beach, 805. 773.4382.

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GHOST STORIES, MUSIC, AND GUMBO OF OLDE NEW ORLEANS A Halloween treat of well-told, spooky tales from old New Orleans and live Mississippi blues music. In addition, the Bedford Culinary Team are serving New Orleans Gumbo and other regional fare, preceded by a “spirited” wine reception. Costumes encouraged.

Oct. 30, 4:30-7 p.m. $30 per person. 805-344-2107. bedfordwinery.com. Bedford Winery Tasting Room & Courtyard, 448 Bell Street, Los Alamos.

SANTA MARIA EMPTY BOWLS This year, Santa Maria Empty Bowls will be a drive-thru event. Attendees will drive through the parking lot to receive a to-go container with soup as well as a handmade bowl. Nov. 3, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $25. 805-284-6388. foodbanksbc.org.

Santa Maria Fairpark, 937 S. Thornburg St., Santa Maria.

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THE JUMP JAX AT BLACKHAND CELLARS The Jump Jax are Ted Waterhouse (guitar, vocals), Micheal Smothers

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MUSIC from page 20 (drums, vocals), Dave Block (bass, vocals) and Karl Welz (saxophone). Enjoy a mix of genres from blues to rockabilly and soul. Classic covers and tasty originals. Oct. 30, 2:30-5:30 p.m. No cover. 805-704-5116. jumpjax.com.

Blackhand Cellars, 766 Main St., suite B, Cambria.

NOW OPEN LATE NIGHT UNTIL 1AM Thurs -Sat every week & this Sunday Oct 31

VOTED SLO COUNTY’S BEST BARTENDER & BEST MAC & CHEESE 2021

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

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FLAVOR PACKET: HALTER RANCH VINEYARD

Contemporary jazz. Oct. 31, 1-4 p.m. eastoneverett. com/. Halter Ranch Vineyard, 8910 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles, (888) 367-9977.

FRIDAY DJ SERIES Features different DJ each Friday. Presented by Traffic Records. Fridays, 6-9 p.m.

Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero, 805-460-6042, ancientowlbeergarden.com.

HALTER RANCH VINEYARD: FLAVOR PACKET

Contemporary jazz. Oct. 30, 1-4 p.m. eastoneverett. com. Halter Ranch Vineyard, 8910 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles, (888) 367-9977.

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES THE MATT YAKI TRIO Songwriters at Play host Steve Key presents an afternoon of live music featuring the trio led by Santa Barbara County’s Matt Yaki. With his trio (Jules Sherman on bass, Kyle Batty drums), Matt takes his guitar and piano into a totally organic funk/jazz direction. Nov. 6, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. stevekey.com/ events. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY FEATURES WINE COUNTRY TROUBADOURS John Zamora and Steve Saiz perform a mix of original songs from two CDs (WCT’s ‘Schoolhouse Sessions’ and John’s ‘Songs from Paso’), as well as 60’s and 70’s rock classics, and more current Americana, blues, reggae, jazz and pop songs. Oct. 30, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. stevekey.com/events. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS: VIRTUAL MUSIC SERIES Follow the venue’s Facebook page for a virtual series of music, wine tasting, and education.

Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. Free. facebook.com/ vinaroblesamphitheatre/. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles, 805-286-3680.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

CAL POLY ARAB MUSIC ENSEMBLE FALL CONCERT The ensemble’s orchestra and choir will perform a variety of seminal Arab art music and selections from historically related cultures. A dance troupe will be featured in the show. Members perform on Arab and adapted instruments as well as those from interconnected music cultures Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m. $10-$15. 805-756-4849. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/.

Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY BANDFEST RETURNS The Cal Poly Bands return to the stage with a powerful program of music to celebrate the strength Cal Poly’s musical community. Leonard Bernstein’s “Overture to Candide” and Omar Thomas’ setting of “Shenandoah” will be featured, and the Mustang Band will close the program.

Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m. $10-$15. 805-756-4849. music. calpoly.edu/calendar/. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

CANZONA WOMEN’S ENSEMBLE: WITH GRATEFUL VOICES! Join us for an afternoon of choral music as we once again take the stage to gratefully celebrate the power, passion, and joy of women’s voices.

Featuring music from the year 1098 to the present; Italian madrigals, Irish poems, trios, and much more. Nov. 7, 3-4 p.m. $10-$30. 805-242-6065. canzonawomen.org/ buy-tickets.html. San Luis Obispo Nazarene Church, 3396 Johnson Avenue, San Luis Obispo.

CUESTA CHOIRS: BACK IN THE GROOVE CONCERT Get back in the groove (and to the CPAC) with Cuesta’s two top vocal ensembles.

Enjoy a wide variety of groovebased music, ranging from jazz to gospel to multi-meter modern dance forms and classical waltzes.

COVID info online. Oct. 28, 7:30 p.m. General admission $15; Student $10; Virtual $5. 805-5463198. tickets.cuesta.edu. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

Spread the word!

OCTOPUS’S GARDEN

Gallery at Marina Square in Morro Bay will be showcasing craft artist Hope Myers in a new solo exhibition, Monday, Nov. 1, through Monday, Nov. 29. This exhibit will feature a variety of Myers’ jewelry and collage paintings. An opening reception will be held on Saturday, Nov. 13. Visit galleryatmarinasquare.com for more info. The gallery is located at 601 Embarcadero, suite 10, Morro Bay. —C.W. neo-folk-pop. They will be dressed up and hopefully you will be too. Dimitri and the Boys will be open at 7. Oct. 29, 7-10 p.m. Free. 805-457-4677. Liquid Gravity, 675 Clarion Court, San Luis Obispo.

Award winning bar and bartender since 2011 Open every day at 11am

#blacksheepslo 1117 Chorro St., SLO | 805.544.7433 www.BlackSheepSLO.com

GLISSANDO: FALL HARP MUSIC BY C. HITE A new harp album release for listening and download at bandcamp.

You can imagine autumn leaves scampering about in a playful wind in original songs written with the heavenly glissando strumming technique. Through Nov. 4 carolbethhite. bandcamp.com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.

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

SUMMER SALT LIVE Summer Salt live at SLO Brew Rock with Breakup Shoes and Covey. For ages 18 and over. Oct. 31, 7 p.m. $21. 805-543-1843. slobrew.com.

SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo.

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CENTRAL COAST BEAT SOCIAL: COURTYARD CULTURE An ongoing series of outdoor music events at different venues in Santa Maria, Guadalupe, and other MUSIC Coast. Hosted by Central Coast cities along the Central Beat Social. ongoing centralcoastbeatsocial.com/. Santa Maria, Citywide, Santa Maria.

FLAVOR/EATS KARL ANTHONY IN CONCERT Karl Anthony is what

they call a “word man”. His lyrics are universal, intimate, and poetic. Karl is returning to the central coast for a INFO special concert. Help us welcome him back. COVID-19 protocols in place.

Oct. 29, 7-9 p.m. A donation will be taken. 904-314-8043. Unity Chapel CALENDAR of Light Church, 1165 Stubblefield Rd., Orcutt, unitysantamaria.net/.

Send event information to calendar@newtimesslo.com or submit online.

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Featuring musicians from the Santa NEWSMaria Philharmonic, this monthly

DRUM CIRCLE SING-A-LONG Limited to 20

series of musical adventures are recorded in local settings and offered free to the public. First Friday of every month STROKES Free. smphilharmonic.org. Soundcloud (Santa Maria Philharmonic), Online, Santa Maria.

drummers. Learn African music through drumming and song. ongoing Spirits of Africa Gallery, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, spiritsofafricagallery.com/.

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EASTON EVERETT TRIO Neo-folk pop. Nov. 5, 5-7 p.m. Baileyana, 5828 Orcutt Rd., San Luis Obispo, 805269-8200, baileyana.com.

Wine Estate, 795 W. Hwy 246, Buellton, 805-686-1208, brickbarnwineestate.com.

FOREVER GREEN BAND AT LIQUID GRAVITY Twin

Brick Barn Wine Estate, 795 W. Hwy 246, Buellton, 805686-1208, brickbarnwineestate.com. ∆

sister duo Forever Green defines their original music as

Look Outside the Flock!

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m.

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Music

Strictly Starkey PHOTO COURTESY OF MISS LEO

BY GLEN STARKEY

Right where you belong Bluegrass singer-songwriter Miss Leo blooms

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he first time I heard Miss Leo, she was still performing as Miss Leo & Her Bluegrass Boys, and it was immediately clear hers was a voice for the ages. It’s simply one of those classic female country voices—crystal clear, soulful, and timeless. Lately, she’s been performing as The Miss Leo Trio, honing her solo material, and this Friday, Oct. 29, Miss Leo will present All I Need, her debut album, with a release party at The Libertine Pub in Morro Bay (7 to 10 p.m.; free). Nydia Gonzalez and Chris Beland will each play a short opening set.

All I Need is a wonder! Its 13 songs embrace the Americana, folk, and bluegrass genres—both paying homage and adding Miss Leo’s unique twist. The new album opens with “Desert Queen,” about a couple of desperado lovers who shot a man and dumped his body in the Mojave Desert. It’s a classic narrative murder song—a staple of folk music.

The song took home first place in the Country/Americana/Folk genre in this year’s New Times Music Awards, landing Miss Leo on the upcoming NTMA showcase show on Friday, Nov. 12, at SLO Brew Rock, where she’ll compete against the four genre winners—The Tipsy Gypsies, Lulu & The Cow Tippers, Rogue Status, and Louie & Talia Ortega—for Best Live Performance.

Her album’s title track, “All I Need,” is a deeply emotive love song about two people ready to support each other through tough times: “All I need is for you to believe in me. Hard times got me down,

hard times all around. Hey, hey, hey, you’re the reason I stay. Though I can’t find my way, feeling lowdown every day.”

The song’s swirling fiddle work crosses a sonic bridge to the second verse where the protagonist sings, “Life’s got you down; I’ll pick you back up. Hard times ahead, let me fill your cup. Hey, hey when it gets hard to see through the fog in the streets, I’ll be the light shining through.

I’ll be the one who cares for you, for you’ll be there for me too.”

Miss Leo understands the genre and makes good use of its classic tropes as well as Americana listeners’ expectations. It’s the kind of album that’s immediately accessible but that you can listen to again and again as you more deeply explore the lyrics.

My personal favorite is “Belong,” on which she sings, “Though I’ve lived a peaceful life, I’ve seen the hurt and pain that people endure. I’ve seen the devil knocking at my door. I’ve seen mountains in the rain and I’ve cried upon the valley floor. This wildflower heart needs nothing more. Then I’ll be right where I belong.”

It’s a song about learning to be at peace with yourself, having the inner strength to weather life’s storms, and trusting you’ll land right where you belong.

Recorded live over the course of four days at Eric Patterson’s (The Turkey Buzzards) home studio in Adelaida, the album has an immediacy, a rootsy and emotionally potent vibe, with a lot of exceptional musicianship—guitar, double bass, fiddle, and more. Miss Leo has most certainly arrived.

PHOTO COURTESY OF STEPHEN MARLEY

DEBUT RECORD RELEASE Americana artist Miss Leo and her band play Morro Bay’s Libertine Pub on Oct. 29, an album release for All I Need.

Rastamon gives back

Eight-time Grammy Award-winning musician Stephen Marley plays the Vina Robles Amphitheatre this Friday, Oct. 29 (8 p.m.; all ages; $39.50 to $49.50 plus fees at vinaroblesamphitheatre. com). Stephen will perform “a mixture of his own hits covering his illustrious 40-plus-year career and revitalizing some of his father, Bob Marley’s, iconic catalog,” according to press materials.

A buck from each ticket goes to the Ghetto Youths Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by Stephen and his brothers Damian and Julian Marley “to provide aid, assistance, resources, and opportunity to communities in need.

Today, Trenchtown, Jamaica, is the site of some of the Ghetto Youths Foundation’s most exceptional work. This unique and vibrant community is known for producing some of the greatest artists in the world, including Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, Peter Tosh, and Toots Hibbert, yet 100 percent of the population still lives below the poverty line. The foundation PHOTO COURTESY OF BEATS ANTIQUE

MARLEY DOES MARLEY Stephen Marley will draw from his own extensive catalog as well as perform iconic selections by his father, Bob Marley, when he plays the Vina Robles Amphitheatre on Oct. 29.

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has created an elderly food program, wellness initiatives providing medical care for all ages, and educational endeavors that support young people with tuition, books, backpacks, pencils, and give them access to safe homework centers with computers and technology.”

Stephen started singing professionally at age 7 with his elder siblings Ziggy, Sharon, and Cedella as The Melody Makers. More recently, he’s made forays into hip-hop and worked with Pit Bull, Dead Prez, Rakim, DJ Khaled, Busta Rhymes, Wyclef Jean, Shaggy, Black Thought (of The Roots), and many more.

Great music and a great cause!

Beats unique

Beats Antique returns to the Fremont Theater this Saturday, Oct. 30 (9 p.m.; $23 plus fees at fremontslo.com). This is less a concert you go and listen to and more a multi-dimensional sensory event you’re experiencing. As their bio explains, “You can’t know Beats Antique until you’ve been a part of its journey and experienced the act as an entity with a life of its own. A stage show that demands more music; music that needs costumes, ships, and masks, and shadow dances; an audience that comes for art and takes away stories to feed their imagination.”

The ensemble began as a one-off experimental project, but it soon became a family in which various members fulfilled various roles.

IMMERSE YOURSELF A multimedia experience awaits when Beats Antique plays the Fremont Theater on Oct. 30.

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Its shows are now multimedia events that tell stories that are more felt than understood.

“It’s time to explore what is strange through the large culture collider that is their stage,” according to press materials. “The world is moving at a frantic pace, and to keep up, there’s nowhere to go but deep inside The Grand Bizarre. Open the door of perception and discover an expansive, rusty, nuclear truth—the only way out is into the strange. The only thing weirder than this world is what’s happening in your head. What’s the difference, you might wonder? As soon as you join this freak show, such confusion won’t matter.”

Classic rides and classic sounds If you dig classic British cars and motorcycles and also enjoy some soaring opera and Broadway show tunes, join OperaSLO this Saturday, Oct. 30, for a special event (1 to 4 p.m.; $75 tickets by calling Jayne Cohen at (805) 5501327) in Paso Robles.

“We’re thrilled to present an afternoon of live opera, Broadway, and art songs, at the home of auto and opera enthusiasts Jason and Bonnie Len,” organizers said. “We promise you’ll have a fantastic time with wines from Vina Robles, bottled water, and tours of the Jason Len Classic Car and Motorcycle Museum.”

Meet the “world famous racer and restorer Jason Len and his museum, which features a large collection of posters, artwork, and many classic cars and motorcycles featured in magazines worldwide. The tour includes the restoration shop, featuring a 1953 Jaguar, 1948 MG TC, a very rare 1951 Norton International, and a 1951 Vincent Black Shadow—one of the most valuable and famous classic motorcycles in the world. The main museum features 35-plus vintage motorcycles and classic cars, including a Morgan race car featured on the TV show Jay Leno’s Garage, and a vintage racing Jaguar E Type.”

Out of an abundance of caution, no food will be served, but organizers assure that all OperaSLO staff and artists have received the COVID-19 vaccine.

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More music …

Rocker Kyle Smith plays the Frog and Peach with his full band this Friday, Oct. 29 (9 p.m.; 21-and-older; $5).

Eclectic cover act Joy Polloi plays with their sextet lineup on Sunday, Oct. 31, at Castoro Cellars (1 to 4 p.m.).

“Our special guests for this show include the fabulous Jen Rund on bass dropping in from Marin Co., and JP Poster Boy Turko Semmes on percussion,” the band announced.

“The MUSIC groove doesn’t Send music and get any FLAVOR/EATS club information to better gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. than this!” ∆ INFO

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BY CALEB WISEBLOOD

Artifacts Creatures of the night

Local storytelling group hosts its 2021 series’ season finale, The Big Reveal

The Reboot, a SLO Countybased group of local storytellers, presents its season finale program, The Big Reveal, at Top Dog Coffee Bar in Morro Bay on Friday, Oct. 29, from 7 to 9 p.m.

This outdoor showcase marks the Reboot’s final event of the year and will include stories from group regulars as well as special guest storytellers. Featured speakers include Jean Moelter, Michael Kaplan, Vicki Juditz, Ernest Romero, Marsheila Devan, Dean Thompson, Alicia Klein, and JP Frary.

For more info on the Reboot, email the.reboot4u@gmail.com or visit facebook.com/the.reboot4u.

Top Dog Coffee Bar is located at 857 Main St., Morro Bay.

Festival Mozaic presents singer and multiinstrumentalist Sierra Hull in Arroyo Grande

The Clark Center for the Performing Arts in Arroyo Grande is hosting prolific musician Sierra Hull live in concert on Thursday, Nov. 11, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., as part of Festival Mozaic’s concert series. Hull is widely known as both a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. She writes and performs in a variety of genres, including alternative rock, bluegrass, folk, and pop.

Dead Horses, an acclaimed folk duo, will open for Hull at the upcoming concert.

Made up of singer and guitarist Sarah Vos and bassist Daniel Wolff, this duo has released three studio albums, as well as multiple singles and EPs over the years.

Admission to the concert ranges from $35 to $65, and tickets are available in advance at clarkcenter.org. VIP seating and meet-and-greet packages are also available for purchase. As part of the Clark Center’s COVID-19 safety protocols, all attendees over the age of 2 are required to wear a face covering and show proof of complete COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test result from 72 hours prior to the event date.

For more details on the concert and admission policies, call the Clark Center directly at (805) 4899444. The venue is located at 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

Central Coast Weavers holds multi-day sale and showcase

A variety of handwoven and handcrafted items will be available for purchase during the Central Coast Weavers’ 14th annual Sale and Guild Showcase in Atascadero, held Friday, Nov. 5, through Sunday, Nov. 7.

This multi-day event takes place at the Strawbale Barn Weaving School, located at 9156 Santa Margarita Road, Atascadero. Call (805) 438-5501 or visit facebook.com/ centralcoastweavers for more info. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood

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Monsters and madmen run amok just in time for Halloween at Oceano’s Great American Melodrama

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here are few faster ways to my heart than a good Disney spoof. Oceano might be a little town, but it’s far from a quiet village during the Great American Melodrama’s parody of Belle’s opening number from Beauty and the Beast.

A mad scientist by the name of Doctor Polvard (Toby Tropper) gets the “look there he goes, that guy is so peculiar” treatment from villagers (singing in unison) as he passes on his way to a local vendor. Unlike his Disney counterpart though, Polvard isn’t shopping for books. He’s in the market for human entrails— any organs and body parts he can use for his ongoing experiments.

One such experiment is the resurrection of Frankenstein’s monster, one of two bodily revivals integral to Frankenstein’s Bride—the Melodrama’s latest spooktacular offering, perfect for Halloween festivities and beyond (with performances running through Nov. 14).

The plot thickens when the iconic monster, who we eventually come to know as Friedrich (Ben Abbott), escapes Polvard’s laboratory and goes into town. He comes across a tavern, and the tavern owner’s daughter, a young, blind woman named Juliana (Sydni Abenido). Friedrich is immediately entranced

by Juliana’s singing and concertina playing, specifically during her rendition of Kelis’ “Milkshake.”

“My milkshake brings all the boys to the yard.” Friedrich was the first, but two other boys are on their way to said yard—Polvard and his hunchbacked assistant Hans (Mike Fiore), hot on the trail to recapture their prized experiment. A series of unfortunate events follows, leading to Polvard’s team-up with another notable scientist, Frankenstein (Jeff Salsbury)—not the original Frankenstein, who created Friedrich, but his grandson.

This Frankenstein wants little to do with his grandfather’s bizarre legacy but reluctantly agrees to help Polvard with his next experiment after his wife, Elizabeth (Romy

WEIRD SCIENCE Frankenstein’s monster, aka Friedrich (Ben Abbott, left), spectates a spooky experiment, very similar to his own recent revival, in the Great American Melodrama’s production of Frankenstein’s Bride.

The grave escape

The Great American Melodrama presents Frankenstein’s Bride through Nov. 14. Performances take place Wednesday through Friday at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m., and Sundays at 6 p.m. The theater is located at 1863 Front St., Oceano. Call (805) 489-2499 or visit americanmelodrama.com for more info.

Evans), is kidnapped by the monster. But deep down, Friedrich is a gentle giant (Abbott is MUSIC already tall, but his platform shoes raise the monster’s towering stature to about 6-foot-7), FLAVOR/EATS and Elizabeth helps him get in touch with his livelier side.

Billy Breed, as the town tavern’s quirky WHOSE SIDE ARE YOU ON? The INFO audience is frequently encouraged to cheer owner, and Meggie Siegrist, as the mysterious and boo for the show’s heroes (left) and villains Frau Braunholder, round out this show’s cast (right), respectively (thanks to musical director of heroes and villains, whom the audience is CALENDAR Lacey McNamara’s sensational piano cues). frequently encouraged to cheer and boo for, respectively (thanks to musical director Lacey eating or drinking.

OPINION McNamara’s sensational piano cues). Oceano’s Following this two-act production, and its Melodrama has always had a way of making two 15-minute intermissions (giving attendees its patrons feel like they’re part of the story, ample time NEWS to head on over to the Melodrama’s and Frankenstein’s Bride is no different. famous snack bar), the show’s cast members If you’re a lover of all things reemerge to close the night with a vaudeville goofy (especially puns and pop STROKES revue. As its title might suggest, culture references), 2001: A Space Vaude-essy is this familya collection of skits paying ARTS friendly show is homage to staples of science a fun, interactive fiction and space opera, Send gallery, stage, experience—one including The Twilight Zone, and cultural festivities to I’m especially War of the Worlds, Star Wars, arts@newtimesslo.com. grateful for and Star Trek. as live theater I almost choked on my hot outlets continue to dog thanks to Tropper’s delivery as Bones slowly reopen along the Central McCoy: “Damn it, Jim, I’m a doctor, not a Coast. Speaking of which, in doctor.” ∆ order to stay safely open, the HAPPILY EVER AFTER The ensemble cast of Melodrama requires guests to Frankenstein’s Bride includes, from left to right, Billy Breed, Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood needs a doctor Meggie Siegrist, Mike Fiore, Ben Abbott, Sydni Abenido, Jeff keep their masks on during each to put his funny bone back into place. Send Salsbury, and Romy Evans. performance, unless actively comments to cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.

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What’s Your Take?

We know you’ve got an opinion.

Everybody’s got one!

This week’s online poll 10/28 – 11/4

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Glen As a fan of David Lynch’s 1984 film as well as the 2013 documentary Jodorowsky’s Dune about cult filmmaker Alejandro Jodorowsky’s failed attempt to make a 14-hour version in the ’70s, I have decidedly been in the “we don’t really need another Dune” camp. And we probably don’t, but I have to admit, after its somewhat slow beginning, I was hooked by French-Canadian director Denis Villeneuve’s singular vision of this epic messiah story. It’s not as visceral or messy as Lynch’s version, but its scope is overwhelming, and its oftenmonochromatic color scheme is austerely beautiful. Like Lynch’s version, the story is deeply compacted and streamlined, but unlike Lynch’s version, Villeneuve’s Dune probably makes more sense to viewers unfamiliar with the book or subsequent film and TV miniseries. The larger machinations are about a galactic emperor who fears the rising House Atreides, so he pits them against the Harkonnen, another powerful family that’s less honorable and more bloodthirsty. While the Atreides hope to form an alliance with Arrakis’ Fremen, the Harkonnen want to enslave and master. It’s the story of an impending uprising, and I for one am ready for part 2 right now.

Anna I came into this version of Dune as a newbie. I haven’t seen any of the films or read the book, so I have no idea who

MESSIAH? A nobleman’s gifted son, Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet, right), unites with Chani (Zendaya) and her Fremen people to challenge an Empire, in Dune, screening in local theaters and on HBO Max.

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What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth, Anna? Full price What’s it worth, Glen? Full price Where’s it showing? Bay, Downtown Centre, Fair Oaks, Galaxy, Palm, Park, Stadium 10, Sunset Drive-In these characters are or the complexities of the world the filmmakers are aiming to create. Despite not even having the “Dune for Dummies” guide on the series, I held on pretty well to the storyline and the different power dynamics between the different factions. This sort of sci-fi worldbuilding honestly isn’t really my thing, and I most likely would have never gone back to watch Lynch’s version for that reason, but this new offering pulled me in. The barren landscapes and otherworldly atmosphere is visually stunning, and watching Paul’s realization of his place in a larger story is gripping. Villeneuve describes this film as a “delicious appetizer” to the upcoming sequel, and while it must spend a chunk of its time setting up the players and the setting, it also is allowing part 2 to be the spectacle Villeneuve envisions. That being said, this stands on its own, and I would

Split Screen argue it’s accessible for people like me who know nothing about the storyline. These characters draw you in, Paul especially. I’m excited for part 2 and will certainly give this Dune a re-watch to refresh myself on the characters when the sequel comes out.

Glen There’s always been an argument out there that Dune is “unfilmable”—the story is too long and complex for any film to do it justice. That’s probably certainly true if your goal is to include every nuance of Frank Herbert’s 400-plus-page novel, not to mention its five sequels, but Paul’s story is so compelling, and the side plot about the Bene Gesserit—an exclusively female group with honed powers and a mysterious political agenda is fascinating.

Paul’s mother, a member of the order, has trained Paul in their “weirding ways”— forbidden for men. This falls perfectly into the Fremens’ prophecy, and part 2 will undoubtedly set up Paul’s relationship with the Chani (Zendaya), a female Fremen warrior, as well as Paul’s rise to power and ultimate face-off with the Emperor. Even knowing how Herbert’s novel concludes doesn’t dissuade me from wanting to see how Villeneuve will wrap up the second half of this story. Bring it on.

Anna I really liked the dynamics Paul had with his parents, especially his mother.

Lady Jessica Atreides (Rebecca Ferguson) knows better than anyone the power Paul wields with his ever-growing knowledge of the weirding ways. Yet while she wants to see him rise above and beyond his potential, she still has the fear of a mother who’s sending her child into a dark and dangerous world. Stellan Skarsgård is a great foe as Baron Vladimir Harkonnen, a chilling and pale beast who has every intention of wiping out the Atreides and claiming Arrakis as his own. It’s quite a cast, and while I found myself once or twice trying to piece together how the characters connect, I’m pretty impressed with how easy it was to follow along—even for someone like me who doesn’t hold onto complicated sci-fi lingo very easily. I was invested, and I’m excited for more. Δ Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey and freelancer Anna Starkey write Split Screen. Glen compiles streaming listings.

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With no money and no support system, Alex starts to navigate the world of government assistance, job finding, and securing a quality education for Maddie. Her mother, Paula (Andie MacDowell, Qualley’s real-life mother), is a manic artist who has been trapped in chronic abusive relationships her whole life, including with Alex’s father, Hank (Billy Burke). Paula refuses meds and conventional living, and when her inattention and addictions lead to her losing her house, Alex is left trying to hold together the pieces for everyone. She finds work as a part-time house cleaner for rich, entitled strangers who pay her little and demand the unattainable.

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B A MOTHER’S LOVE After escaping an abusive relationship, Alex (Margaret Qualley) finds work as a domestic in an effort to create a better life for her daughter, Maddie (Rylea Nevaeh Whittet), in Maid. toward recovery and growth. While I was left at the end of each episode almost begging for Alex to catch a break, despite a lot of misery there is also hope here. It is a story worth telling and one that strikes at the heart of a scenario that happens day after day after day, and a glimpse at the reality of abuse cycles, trauma, and what it actually means to work through it. This is a limited series, and if you don’t mind a dose of melancholy while you root for a win, it is totally worth a watch.

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ased on a comic book series by Brian K. Vaughan and Pia Guerra and adapted for TV by Eliza Clark, this post-apocalyptic scifi show follows Yorick Brown (Ben Schnetzer) and his Capuchin monkey, Ampersand, as they traverse a USA where they appear to be the only two male survivors of a mysterious worldwide androcide that has killed every other creature with a Y chromosome.

As it turns out, Yorick’s mother, Jennifer Brown (Diane Lane), is now president after all the males in succession died. She sends Agent 355 (Ashley Romans) to protect Yorick as they travel to San Francisco from Washington, D.C., to a lab that might hold the key to a cure. Meanwhile, Yorick’s sister, Hero Brown (Olivia Thirlby), and her trans best friend, Sam (Elliot Fletcher), hole up in a compound run by Roxanne (Missi Pyle), a militant leader with a dark secret.

In a country now populated and run solely by women, the idea of a kinder, gentler nation quickly vanishes. The series astutely explores the societal, governmental,

HE’S NO. 1 After a worldwide plague that kills all males, Yorick (Ben Schnetzer, left) is the last living man, protected by Agent 355 (Ashley Romans), who’s trying to get him to San Francisco and a science lab that might hold the secret to repopulation, in Y: The Last Man, screening on Hulu. and gender effects of what might happen if all men simply ceased to exist in the blink of an eye. I especially enjoyed watching Roxanne’s backstory unfold. She’s brutish and charismatic, and she finds her tribe in a home for abused women, but instead of liberating them, she becomes a new kind of abuser.

Sadly, the show has been canceled after just one season. (10 47- to 54-min. episodes) Δ —Glen

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Festival, they had just purchased t’s not easy making a splash in California’s fastest growing wine region property in Paso’s Willow Creek and largest geographic wine appellation. District. Former owners Michael and The Paso Robles American Viticultural Andrea Dewitt also enticed the Sahis Area (AVA) boasts more than 200 to acquire their fledgling Copia brand, wineries and 40,000 vineyard acres. which produced about 150 cases.

Mega-producers such as Justin Winery “It didn’t occur to us that we were pump out between 300,000 and 400,000 going to take over the label. We just cases of wine annually. Behemoth J. thought we’d take over this property,” she Lohr even dwarfs competition statewide said. “We also bought the neighboring with 1.76 million cases. parcel for a total of 50 acres.”

Closer to the ocean, the soon-to-beThe Sahis tasted through the Dewitts’ recognized SLO Coast AVA’s 30-plus 2015 vintage, which impressed them. wineries also count industry heavyweights “We also loved the name Copia, which among their ranks. SLO’s Edna Valley means abundance,” Sahi added. “It Winery rivals Justin in production, while kind of encapsulated our feeling when Laetitia Vineyard in Arroyo Grande releases we first came to Paso and particularly an impressive 150,000 cases annually. when we found this property.”

Enter the Garagiste Wine Festival— In 2019 the Sahis expanded their 2 celebrating its 10th year—which aims acres of existing grenache, syrah, and to spotlight local winemakers producing mourvedre vines and added cabernet fewer than 1,500 cases annually. While sauvignon and petit verdot. many are just starting out, Presently, they’re hoping to garner attention, producing between 1,400 The lineup and 1,500 cases, including others are veterans with Tickets to the zero desire to mass produce. a chardonnay with grapes Garagiste Wine Festival Copia Vineyards co-owners sourced from Santa Rita Hills on Nov. 12 to 13 in Paso in Santa Barbara County.

Anita and Varinder Sahi, of Robles are available They’ve also elevated Paso Robles, will be pouring at garagistefestival. com. Learn more about the label, with Copia’s for their third time at the participating winemakers primarily Rhone-varietal Garagiste Festival, a twoon Instagram and Facebook blends regularly earning 90 day event kicking off Nov. @garagistefestival. to 95 points from critics and 12 at Pavilion on the Lake publications, including Jeb in Atascadero. The evening Dunnuck and Wine Enthusiast. features an intimate tasting of rare releases Garagiste co-founders Doug Minnick from 50-plus participating winemakers. and Stewart McLennan, who launched On Nov. 13, festivities move to the the festival series in Paso in 2011, say Paso Event Center, where winemakers the area is home to the state’s highest will present their small-batch concentration of micro-wineries. repertoires to an expanded audience.

Minnick and McLennan are “The Garagiste Festival is one of winemakers themselves, and they our favorite events,” said Anita Sahi. adopted the French term garagiste to “It connects us with consumers who pay homage to independent, artisan are looking for boutique producers of winemakers handcrafting small batches the wines they love from the Central Coast. A lot of these folks have ended up of wine, sometimes in their garages.

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“We knew these microwineries were making wonderful, adventurous, hard-to-find wines, LA FAMILIA Winemaker Edgar Torres; his but most did not have tasting wife, Erika; 8-year-old son, Evan; and chocolate rooms and couldn’t be found on Labrador, Osos, enjoy Paper Street Vineyard in the wine country maps,” Minnick Paso Robles. Torres sources grapes from the vineyard, owned by J. Dusi Wines. said. “We wanted to help these winemakers find their audience and 6,000 cases and two additional brands. bring attention to the burgeoning micro-winery movement coming out of Straight out of Paso showcases local Paso Robles specifically, and California grapes, while Torres’ latest creative outlet, generally.”

Songs, is “my French interpretation of Garagiste festivals have expanded varieties that I got trained with” as well as to locations in Solvang, Sonoma, and a nod to his favorite tunes, he said.

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Flavor widest range of styles and varieties you will find at any wine event anywhere. fonts will incorporate font styles from “We even limit ticket sales to associated album covers. make sure the room isn’t crowded, so Torres might even have a few Songs [attendees] have an opportunity to talk samples on hand at the festival’s rare to the winemakers, and vice versa.” and reserve pouring the first night of Sahi, for one, says she is “excited to the festival. be back in person at one of our favorite Another festival highlight will be a fests of the year.” discussion and tasting with Jason Haas, She offers the following advice to budding the second-generation proprietor of Tablas winemakers: “I’d emphasize authenticity Creek Vineyard in Paso. Haas plans to and staying true to oneself. touch on sustainable vineyard practices.

“The other advice … is that it truly “I think any winery can incorporate helps to work every position in your own regenerative techniques—something as business—from cellar rat to tasting simple as planting cover crops, or moving to room associate. It’s the best way to weed mechanically rather than chemically, learn and lead by example. or planting wide-spaced—which doesn’t “Winemaking is tangible and satisfying require much or any water,” Haas said. work. It’s part craft and part art. On one “Sometimes people are daunted by the hand, you are bound by Mother Nature MUSICwhat she gave you in a idea that they have to do everything at and once, when incremental particular growing season. improvements are often “On the other hand, FLAVOR/EATS the best way to go about you have influence as it.” a winemaker, both by Tablas Creek became respecting the site as well as INFO Send tidbits on everything the world’s first winery certain stylistic choices. food and drink to to achieve Regenerative “At the end of it all, it’s bites@newtimesslo.com.

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NEWS greatest satisfaction comes from being After Haas’ seminar, an anticipated across from a guest experiencing their 700 festival attendees will get up close enjoyment as they try the wines. That STROKES and personal with “winemakers who feels like true success to us.” ∆ don’t make enough wine to satisfy big Flavor Writer Cherish Whyte believes big distributors, and, therefore, aren’t ARTSin small packages. Reach things come subject to their high-volume demands,” her at cwhyte@newtimesslo.com.

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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2476 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/29/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WATER SAVERS, 610 Black Ridge Ln., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Dennis R. Bryan (610 Black Ridge Ln., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dennis R. Bryan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-14-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2505 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/07/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LAKE LOPEZ MARINA & STORE, 6820 Lopez Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Jon Randall Van Otterloo (1476 Marloma Ln., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ Jon R. Van Otterloo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-15-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 10-15-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2515 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ELATIONSCAPES, 6447 Webster Rd., Crestion, CA 93432. San Luis Obispo County.

Blaze Elation (6447 Webster Rd., Crestion, CA 93432). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Blaze Elation, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-18-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-18-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2518 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VIC’S CLEANING TECH, 1180 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Vicki Lynn Carton (1180 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Vicki Lynn Carton. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-18-21.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-18-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2216 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FIVE CITIES COMPUTER REPAIR, FIVE CITIES COMPUTERS, 1399 S. 4th St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Nicholas Salazar (791 Price St. #348, Pismo Beach, CA 93449) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Nicholas Salazar, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-08-26.

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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2223 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO DOG, SLO DOG HOT DOGS, SLO SMOKED, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93407. San Luis Obispo County.

Due Fratelli Enterprises Inc. (1109 Ramona Avenue, Los Osos, CA 93402) This business is conducted

by A CA Corporation /s/ Due Fratelli Enterprises Inc., Adam Dragotta, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-09-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-0926.

September 23, 30, October 7, 14, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2306 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/29/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, EL DORADO GROUP, 931 Huston St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County.

El Dorado Brands LLC (1807 W. Hwy 246, Buellton, CA 93427).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ El Dorado Brands LLC, Kevin Hix, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-22-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2326 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST FIBERGLASS, 2599 San Dominico Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Aaron Edward Rittger (2599 San Dominico Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Aaron Edward Rittger. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-2421. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy.

Exp. 09-24-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2335 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ABRAZOS, INC., 172 S. 3rd St., Grover Beach, CA 93433.

San Luis Obispo County. Abrazos, Inc. (172 S. 3rd St., Grover Beach, CA 93433) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Abrazos, Inc., Nicandro Gerardo Castaneda, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2721. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 09-27-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2349 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JOHN’S VALERO, 157 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. SLO Group Inc. (395 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ SLO Group Inc., Samer Kridi, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-28-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-28-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2342 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/27/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CHOWA BOWL, 898 Main St., Ste. D, Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. KEB LLC (2154 Circle Drive, Cayucos, CA 93442) This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ KEB LLC, Katherine Bosken, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-27-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 09-27-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2353 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ACME CONSULTING, 2491 Romney Drive, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. James Patrick Townsend (2491 Romney Drive, Cambria, CA 93428) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ James Patrick Townsend. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-2921. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-29-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2344 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/28/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST AUTO WHOLESALE, 1217 Manhattan Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433.

San Luis Obispo County. Central Coast Auto Wholesale, Inc. (1217 Manhattan Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433) This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Central Coast Auto Wholesale, Inc., Nicholas Johnathan Heiland, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-28-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-28-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2356 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/22/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALCHEMY PHOTOGRAPHY, 480 Downing Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Anna Marie Denham (480 Downing Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Anna Marie Denham, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-29-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

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

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2346 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/21/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A PACE PIZZA, 1324 Stoney Creek, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County.

Frank Dustin Pace (1324 Stoney Creek, Paso Robles, CA 93446) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Frank Dustin Pace, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-28-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-2826.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2357 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/28/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BARN KAT CLOTHING, 1150 Paint Horse Place, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Mary Katherine Strickland (1150 Paint Horse Place, Paso Robles, CA 93446).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Katherine Mary Strickland, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-29-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2328 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/22/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CANDLE CURATIONS, ESTERO DESIGN, CENTRAL COAST ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE, 404 Estero Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. Estero Holistic Wellness LLC (404 Estero Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Estero Holistic Wellness LLC, Tracy Woods, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-24-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 09-24-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

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

Exp. 09-28-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2363 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/20/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ANNALILLIAN PHOTOGRAPHY, 608 Howard St. Apt. E, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Ana Lilian Mercado (608 Howard St. Apt. E, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ana Lilian Mercado. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 9-29-21.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 09-29-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2365 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/05/1984) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SAN LUIS OBISPO ROOFING, 2421 Sandpiper Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. San Luis Obispo Roofing Inc. (2421 Sandpiper Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ San Luis Obispo Roofing Inc., Jeremy L. Higginbotham, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-29-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2370 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/30/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE NINE, 1532 W. Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

Peter Arthur Hendrix, Jana Leianne Powell (641 Piney Way, Apt. D, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Jana Leianne Powell, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-30-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-30-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2371 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/30/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JULIE’S CABINET & DESIGN, 1098 Ford Drive, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. George Joseph Hill (1098 Ford Drive, Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ George Joseph Hill, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-30-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 09-30-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2378 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MIKAR MOBILE DETAILING, 1480 11th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Francisco Bryan Milian (1480 11th St., Los Osos, CA 93402).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Francisco Bryan Milian. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-01-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 10-01-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2382 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/21/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STRIKE MISSIONS, 1225 8th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County.

Ethan Bell (1225 8th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ethan Bell. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2383 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JOY DISCOVERS, 1340 21st St. Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Tamar Rachel Carmona (1340 21st St. Oceano, CA 93445) This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tamar R. Carmona, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy.

Exp. 10-04-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-2384 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DAOU VINEYARDS, 4915 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Paragon Vineyard Co., Inc. (4915 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted

by A NV Corporation /s/ Paragon Vineyard Co., Inc., John R. Niven, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2388 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/04/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE QUARTERDECK SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL, 1500 W. Branch St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. SRKK Group LLC (110 S. Mary Ave. Ste. 2-260, Nipomo, CA 93444) This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ SRKK Group LLC, Vaibhav D. Panchal, Managing Member.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy.

Exp. 10-04-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

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

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2391 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/08/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FULL MOON STUDIO & GALLERY, PAWPRINTS, 345 Harbor St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Hedy Hale, Ross Hale (345 Harbor St., Morro Bay, CA 93442) This business is conducted

by A Married Couple /s/ Hedy Hale.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-26.

October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2394 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/04/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CAFÉ CREPES DE SLO, 785 Marsh St., Suite A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Martina A Flores, Martin L Flores (3203 Esperanza Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93313) This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Martina A Flores. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-0421. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-04-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2395 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/13/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DRAGON SPRING FARM, 6115 Santa Rosa Creek Rd., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Michael David Broadhurst, Carol Ann Broadhurst (6115 Santa Rosa Creek Rd., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted

by A Married Couple /s/ Carol Ann Broadhurst. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-05-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-05-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2399 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/05/2002) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VALANCING ACT, 2300 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Joan Marie Jackson (2300 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joan Marie Jackson.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-05-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-05-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

NOTICE TO BIDDERS 1. PROJECT IDENTIFICATION Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the County Clerk-Recorder of the County of San Luis Obispo, California, at the New County Government Center at 1055 Monterey Street, Suite D120 (1st Floor), San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, until 3:00 pm on November 18, 2021 for the project entitled: Nipomo Community Park Construct Skate Park Project, 918 W. Tefft Street, Nipomo, CA 93444.

2. DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK The scope of work required to be performed by the Contractor comprises construction of a skate park, parking lot, new park entrance, related site improvements, and accessibility upgrades. The project is in the Nipomo Community Park located at 918 W. Tefft Street, Nipomo, CA 93444. The scope of work is described in these Specifications and in Project Plans.

Refer to Section 01 01 00 Summary of Work for Base Bid. 3. EXAMINATION AND PROCUREMENT OF DOCUMENTS Contract Documents may be obtained from the following website: http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/GS/Purchasing/Current_Formal_Bids_and_Proposals.htm 4. PRE-BID SITE VISIT: A pre-bid meeting will not be held for this project.

5. REQUEST FOR INFORMATION INTERPRETATION AND PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION REQUESTS All requests for information/interpretation (RFI), clarification, questions, etc., shall be submitted in writing through the Questions section of the bid on the Public Purchase website. Request for information/interpretation (RFI), clarification, questions, etc., will not be accepted after 5:00 pm on Thursday, November 11, 2021 and shall be submitted through the following website: http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/GS/Purchasing/Current_Formal_Bids_and_Proposals.htm All Product Substitution Requests shall be submitted in writing on the Substitution Request Form found in Specification Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.

Product Substitution Requests and all supporting documents shall be submitted through the Questions section of the bid on the Public Purchase website. Product Substitution Requests shall be submitted by 5:00 pm on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Product substitution requests received after that time will be considered late and may be rejected at the discretion of the County. Refer to Specification Section 01 60 00 for additional requirements.

6. BID OPENING 6.1. Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the County Clerk-Recorder, 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-120, San Luis Obispo, California 93408 until 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 18, 2021, which bids will then be opened and declared at 3:15 p.m. on the above mentioned date at a public meeting at 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-120, by the County Clerk-Recorder.

6.2. Any bid received at the Office of the County Clerk-Recorder of the County of San Luis Obispo at or after 3:00:00 p.m. on the date specified above will not be accepted, and will be returned to the bidder unopened. A bid received one second after 3:00 p.m. (i.e. after 3:00:00 p.m.) shall not be considered.

6.3. The Bidder must satisfy themselves by personal examination of the location of the proposed Work and by such other means as they prefer as to the actual conditions and requirements of the Work, and shall not at any time after the submission of the bid, dispute, complain, or assert that there was any misunderstanding in regard to the nature or amount of Work to be done.

7. CERTIFICATION OF BIDS (BID BOND) Bid must be accompanied by Cash, Certified or Cashier’s Check, or a Bidder’s Bond secured from a company ADMITTED to transact surety business in the State of California, in the sum of not less than 10% of the total amount of the Bid, and said Check or Bond shall be made payable to the order of the County of San Luis Obispo as liquidated damages in case the successful bidder fails to file satisfactory bonds and insurance as required by the Contract Documents, or fails or refuses to enter into a Contract within the specified time.

8. GOVERNING LAWS AND REGULATIONS 8.1. Public Contract Code The bidding of this project is governed by the California State Public Contract Code. The Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, subject to the County’s right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality in the bids or in the bidding. If two or more bids are the same and the lowest, the County may accept the one it chooses.

8.2. Specific Materials Products and Control Systems Designated by Brand or Name Pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 3400(c), the County may make a finding that is described in the invitation for bids that designates certain products, things, or services by specific brand or trade name for the statutorily enumerated purposes. Unless specifically designated in Specification Section 01 13 00, whenever in specifications any material, process or article is indicated or specified by grade, patent, or proprietary name or by name of manufacturer, such specifications shall be deemed to be used for the purpose of facilitating the description of the material, process or article desired and shall be deemed to be followed by words “or equal”.

8.3. Contractor’s License A Contractor is required to be licensed in accordance with the provisions of Division 3, Chapter 9, of the Business and Professions Code.

The bidder must have either a Class A license or a combination of Class C licenses that make up a majority of the work at the time the Contract is awarded. Failure of a bidder to obtain adequate licensing for an award of a Contract shall constitute a failure to execute the Contract and shall result in the forfeiture of the Bidder’s Bond.

8.4. Public Works Contractor Registration and Certified Payrolls This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. Pursuant to Section 1771.1 of the Labor Code, no contractor or subcontractor shall be qualified to bid on, be listed in a bid proposal, or engage in the performance of any contract for public work unless currently registered with the Department of Industrial Relations to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 of the Labor Code. No contractor or subcontractor may be awarded a contract for public work on a public works project unless registered with the Department of Industrial Relations pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5.

All contractors and subcontractors must furnish electronic certified payroll records directly to the Labor Commissioner (Division of Labor Standards Enforcement).

Additionally, the awarded Contractor shall submit certified payroll records to the County on a weekly basis, unless directed otherwise by the County. In addition, awarded Contractor must post job site notices prescribed by regulations.

8.5. Payment of General Prevailing Rate Pursuant to the provisions of Section 1773 of the California Labor Code, the County of San Luis Obispo has obtained from the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general prevailing rate for holiday and overtime work for the locality in which the work is to be performed for each needed craft, classification, or type of workman. Copies of said prevailing rate of per diem wages are on file in IFC-3 the Office of the County Clerk-Recorder and available at the California Department of Industrial Relations’ web site address at: www.dir.ca.gov/ DLSR/PWD. 8.6. Classification Not Covered by Prevailing Rate Any laborer or mechanic employed to perform Work on the project under this Contract, which Work is not covered by any of the stipulated classifications, shall be paid not less than the minimum rate of wages specified for the classification which most nearly corresponds to the Work to be performed by him and such minimum wage rate shall be retroactive to the time of initial employment of such person in such classification. In the event of any dispute on that question, the question and the information shall be referred for determination to the Board of Supervisors or to any official designated by the Board of Supervisors, whose decision on the question shall be conclusive on the parties to this Contract with the same effect as if the Work performed by such laborer or mechanic had been classified and the minimum rate specified herein.

8.7. Overtime, Sundays And Holidays Not less than one and one-half (1-1/2) times the basic hourly rate plus applicable employer payments. The holidays upon which such rates shall be paid shall be all holidays recognized in the collective bargaining agreement applicable to the particular craft, classification or type of worker employed on the project.

8.8. Apprentices Attention is directed to the provisions in Sections 1777.5 and 1777.6 of the Labor Code concerning the employment of apprentices by the Contractor or any sub-contractor under them. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to submit contract award information to the Department of Industrial relations as required by the Labor Code.

By order of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo in their action on the 10th day of August 2021.

October 28, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2401 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/05/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BLOOM ABODE, 2950 Broad Street #1027, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kristi A Nunes (2950 Broad Street #1027, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ Kristi A Nunes.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-05-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-05-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2406 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SUR SUR MOUNTAIN RIDES, 9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA 93452. San Luis Obispo County. Sur Sur Mountain Rides, Inc. (9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA 93452).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Sur Sur Mountain Rides, Inc., Wiley Ramey, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-06-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-06-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2413 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/05/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CUTE CRITTER CARE, 1545 Railroad St., Apt. 3, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County.

Carly L. Neufeld (1375 E. Grand Ave., Ste. 524, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ Carly L. Neufeld.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-07-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-07-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2418 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JMS INTERIORS, 793 Orcutt Rd. #106, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Sheila G Levin (793 Orcutt Rd. #106, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sheila G Levin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-0721. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 10-07-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2403 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/06/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BENEVOLENT BOOKKEEPING, 1290 Scott St., Unit 3, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Alexandra L DeRoche (1290 Scott St., Unit 3, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ Alexandra L DeRoche. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-06-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-06-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2412 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/10/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SIERRA ADVISORS, INC., 1348 Cecelia, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Valeska Nemetz Inc. (1348 Cecelia, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Valeska Nemetz Inc. Valeska Nemetz, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-0721. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 10-07-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2417 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/27/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LOVERIDGE MEDIA, 1135 10th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402.

San Luis Obispo County. Adam R Loveridge (1135 10th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Adam R Loveridge. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-07-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-07-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2419 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/07/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, Oso Verde Farm, 4736 Bridge Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

David Brian Louw, Jessica Vannoy Louw (4736 Bridge Creek Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ David Brian Louw. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-0721. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-07-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

EXHIBIT A – NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CIRCULATE RECALL PETITION TO THE HONORABLE Anthony Kalvans: Pursuant to Section 11020, California Elections Code, the undersigned registered qualified voters of San Miguel, in the State of California, hereby give notice that we are the proponents of a recall petition and that we intend to seek your recall and removal from the office of Vice President and Director, Board of Directors, San Miguel Community Services District, in San Miguel, California, and to demand election of a successor in that office (see footnote5).

The grounds for the recall are as follows: Anthony Kalvans spends District money like there is an unending source of funding and has a long history of driving his own agenda. He has utilized countless hours of staff time and run up tens of thousands of dollars of unnecessary spend with District Counsel. The most recent Kalvans’ legal bill totaled $3,488 FOR JUST ONE REQUEST! These funds could be used for other productive efforts to improve San Miguel and the operations of the District. This is just the tip of the iceberg as Kalvans’ is requesting staff and District Counsel to research many unachievable ideas. In nearly every regular and special meeting, Kalvans’ requests the board to give consensus to spend the staff time and counsel billable hours with no estimate of what the final cost to the District will be. In the end, these requests have accumulated hundreds if not thousands of hours of staff time and tens of thousands of dollars in District Counsel invoices. Someone fiscally responsible needs to be in this position rather than the free spender Kalvans.

The printed names, signatures, and residence addresses of the proponents are as follows: (The least possible number of proponents is 10, however, more than 10 may be required by law.)

Telephone number to contact proponents: (805) 674-5429 The original notice and proof of service will be filed with the (see footnote7).

Elections Code section 11023. (a) Within seven days after the filing of the notice of intention, the officer sought to be recalled may file with the elections official, or in the case of a state officer, the Secretary of State, an answer, in not more than 200 words, to the statement of the proponents. (b) If an answer is filed, the officer shall, within seven days after the filing of the notice of intention, also serve a copy of it, by personal delivery or by certified mail, on one of the proponents named in the notice of intention. (c) The answer shall be signed and shall be accompanied by the printed name and business or residence address of the officer sought to be recalled.

EXHIBIT A – NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CIRCULATE RECALL PETITION TO THE HONORABLE Raynette Gregory: Pursuant to Section 11020, California Elections Code, the undersigned registered qualified voters of San Miguel, in the State of California, hereby give notice that we are the proponents of a recall petition and that we intend to seek your recall and removal from the office of President and Director, Board of Directors, San Miguel Community Services District, in San Miguel, California, and to demand election of a successor in that office (see footnote5).

The grounds for the recall are as follows: Raynette Gregory was appointed to the Board. However, no disclosure regarding her involvemet in legal matters directly in conflict with the operation of the District were disclosed to the current Board members prior to her appointment. Ms. Gregory is a plaintiff in the Steinbeck Vineyards LLC vs. Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo, San Miguel CSD, and Templeton CSD. In this case, the San Miguel CSD spent over $300,000 defending the prescriptive rights to enable the District to supply water to the community residents. The fact is that Ms. Gregory things that her rights to water and profits from her ownership of Locatelli Winery are more important than providing water to an entire community of people. Rather than the community she serves, she cares about – HERSELF, HER INTERESTS AND MONEY. Further, Ms. Gregory had a sulfuric acid spill on her property that released a significant volume (hundreds of thousands of gallons) of sulfuric which sent the acid down the hillside causing erosion and driving the spill in to the Salinas River bed, damaging the ecosystem of native plants and animals. When confronted on this issue in a meeting, Ms. Gregory remained silent. Conflict of interest and Environmental Terrorism!

The printed names, signatures, and residence addresses of the proponents are as follows: (The least possible number of proponents is 10, however, more than 10 may be required by law.)

Telephone number to contact proponents: (805) 674-5429 The original notice and proof of service will be filed with the (see footnote7).

Elections Code section 11023. (a) Within seven days after the filing of the notice of intention, the officer sought to be recalled may file with the elections official, or in the case of a state officer, the Secretary of State, an answer, in not more than 200 words, to the statement of the proponents. (b) If an answer is filed, the officer shall, within seven days after the filing of the notice of intention, also serve a copy of it, by personal delivery or by certified mail, on one of the proponents named in the notice of intention. (c) The answer shall be signed and shall be accompanied by the printed name and business or residence address of the officer sought to be recalled.

EXHIBIT A – NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CIRCULATE RECALL PETITION TO THE HONORABLE Ward Roney: Pursuant to Section 11020, California Elections Code, the undersigned registered qualified voters of San Miguel, in the State of California, hereby give notice that we are the proponents of a recall petition and that we intend to seek your recall and removal from the office of Director, Board of Directors, San Miguel Community Services District, in San Miguel, California, and to demand election of a successor in that office (see footnote5).

The grounds for the recall are as follows: Ward Roney has a seat on the Board by default, as with a name on the ballot and two open seats, there was no vote to put him in office. Ward began his term in December, 2020 and has missed more meetings to date than he’s attended. Since he’s not dedicated to the community and cannot provide the time to discharge his duties and responsibilities as he’s sworn to do, he has no business being a Board Director. His lack of participation and commitment to the community are shameful and Mr. Roney should be replaced by a member of the community that will be an active participant in all Board meetings and discharge the duties they’ve agreed to do.

The printed names, signatures, and residence addresses of the proponents are as follows: (The least possible number of proponents is 10, however, more than 10 may be required by law.)

Telephone number to contact proponents: (805) 674-5429 The original notice and proof of service will be filed with the (see footnote7).

Elections Code section 11023. (a) Within seven days after the filing of the notice of intention, the officer sought to be recalled may file with the elections official, or in the case of a state officer, the Secretary of State, an answer, in not more than 200 words, to the statement of the proponents. (b) If an answer is filed, the officer shall, within seven days after the filing of the notice of intention, also serve a copy of it, by personal delivery or by certified mail, on one of the proponents named in the notice of intention. (c) The answer shall be signed and shall be accompanied by the printed name and business or residence address of the officer sought to be recalled.

October 28, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES

LEGAL NOTICES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2425 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/08/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SWEET MODERN CASA, AMECIA MILES INTERIORS, 1123 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Amecia Miles (1123 Laurel Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amecia Miles, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-0826.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2428 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MASSAGE EASE, 742 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County.

Rochelle Renee Brown (2281 Holden Avenue, Oceano, CA 93445).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rochelle Renee Brown, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-08-26.

October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2472 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CLEANEST HOUSE, 1223 Corral Creek Ave. Apt. 8, Paso Robles, CA93446. San Luis Obispo County. Justin Aaron Zuck (1223 Corral Creek Ave. Apt. 8, Paso Robles, CA93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Justin Aaron Zuck. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-14-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy.

Exp. 10-14-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2489 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ADVANCED SKIN CARE AND BODY SOLUTIONS, 1375 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

Giovanna Capone-Vinsconi (1375 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Giovanna Capone-Vinsconi, Sole Proprietor. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-15-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-15-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2464 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/27/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DAYS INN – SAN SIMEON, 9280 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA 93452. San Luis Obispo County. SRK Investment Inc. (4919 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94601).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ SRK Investment Inc., Raj Panchal, Secretary.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-13-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 10-13-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2495 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/15/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BRIDGE STREET INN, 4314 Bridge Street, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County.

Aimee M. Wyatt (4314 Bridge Street, Cambria, CA 93428).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Aimee M. Wyatt.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-15-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 10-15-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2466 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/13/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, RONDA LACEY TRAINING, 2059 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Ronda C Lacey (2059 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ronda C Lacey. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-13-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 10-13-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2496 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/07/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FEAST ON COLORS, 1454 Pineridge Dr., Cambria, CA 93428.

San Luis Obispo County. Verso LLC (1454 Pineridge Dr., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Verso LLC, Elaine Ng, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-1521. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy.

Exp. 10-15-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2467 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/08/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, RIVER OAKS RANCH, 0 Jardine & Estrella Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. River Oaks Ranch LLC (242 Ross Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93455). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ River Oaks Ranch LLC, Nicole Marie Steinfelt, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-13-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-13-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2498 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/15/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GODFREY COMPANY TREE MANAGEMENT, GODFREY CO, 10210 Digger Pine Rd., Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Ronald Charles Godfrey III (10210 Digger Pine Rd., Santa Margarita, CA 93453).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ronald Charles Godfrey III, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-15-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-15-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2509 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ALICE TJ COACHING AND EDUCATION, 1035 ½ A Buchon Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Alice Rose Turpin-Johnson (1035 ½ A Buchon Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Alice R. Turpin-Johnson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-1521. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-15-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2545 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/21/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MISSION KITCHENS & CONSTRUCTION, 2229 Arciero Court, Paso Robles, CA 93446.

San Luis Obispo County. Jacob Irvin Goebel (2229 Arciero Court, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jacob I. Goebel. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-21-21.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy.

Exp. 10-21-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2552 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BROOKS BURGERS, 220 Five Cities Drive, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County.

Brooks Burgers Franchising, Inc. (220 Five Cities Drive, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Brooks Burgers Franchising, Inc., Randy Brooks, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-2221. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy.

Exp. 10-22-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FILE NO. 2021-2516 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SHERFIELD HOMES, WEST COAST BUILDER, WEST COAST REAL ESTATE NETWORK, 942 Hunter Ridge Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Allen Eugene Sherfield, Janice Elaine Sherfield (942 Hunter Ridge Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Janice Elaine Sherfield. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-18-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-18-26.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2529 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SAHARA MEDJOOL DATES, 238 Trevino Dr., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Gerardo Ruiz-Aguilar (238 Trevino Dr., Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gerardo Ruiz-Aguilar, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-19-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 10-19-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2534 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/16/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GOLD COAST FITNESS, 1446 15th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Tara Shawn Keltz (1446 15th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tara Shawn Keltz, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-20-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 10-20-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2543 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CLEAN WORKS CONSTRUCTION, 263 Chaparral Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444.

San Luis Obispo County. Albert Eugene Brooking Jr. (263 Chaparral Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Albert Brooking, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-21-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-21-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2555 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/15/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JIM SEMEDA LLC, 1197 Monaco Ct., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County.

Jim Semeda LLC (1197 Monaco Ct., Grover Beach, CA 93433).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Jim Semeda LLC, Hesham Mohammad Semeda, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 1022-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2556 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/16/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, J HOUSE ELECTRIC, 3620 Bitterwater Rd., Shandon, CA 93461. San Luis Obispo County.

Cliff Ivan Juretich (3620 Bitterwater Rd., Shandon, CA 93461).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cliff Ivan Juretich.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-22-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2559 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PRISM VIRTUAL TOURS, 1750 Prefumo Canyon, Unit 20, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Jaelin Rashon Wilson (1750 Prefumo Canyon, Unit 20, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405), Corey Allen Jacobson (710 E Foothill Blvd., Apt. 6, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Jaelin Rashon Wilson.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 10-22-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2563 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BUMBLE BEE SODA COMPANY L.L.C., 859 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Bumble Bee Soda Company L.L.C. (859 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Bumble Bee Soda Company L.L.C., Wendy M. Bello, Managing Member.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-25-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-25-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2564 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PATRIOT PLUMBING AND DRAIN CLEANING, 2425 La Brea Ct., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Jacob Earl Springer (2425 La Brea Ct., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jacob Earl Springer, Sole Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-2521. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy.

Exp. 10-25-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2567 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/25/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, INTEGRATED COMMISSIONING & ENERGY, 3930 Hollyhock, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Larry Floyd Myrick (3930 Hollyhock, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Larry Floyd Myrick, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-25-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, M. Stiletto, Deputy. Exp. 10-25-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2568 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MIRIAM’S PLACE, 1728 Royal Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County.

SHM Services Inc. (130 E. Branch Street, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ SHM Services Inc., Herbert Hans Salamanca, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-25-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 10-25-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2021-2569 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VILLA MARIPOSA SENIOR CARE, SINGLETREE SENIOR CARE, 130 E. Branch Street, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County.

KHM Industries Inc. (130 E. Branch Street, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ KHM Industries Inc., Herbert Hans Salamanca, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-25-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk, A. Webster, Deputy. Exp. 10-25-26.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: GAIL M. LAMPMAN DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0344

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: GAIL M. LAMPMAN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by STEVEN LAMPMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that STEVEN LAMPMAN 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 18, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. in Dept.: P2 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Scott W. Wall 1102 Laurel Lane San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805-543-4171 October 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE

The following units will be sold to satisfy liens against them at a public auction to be held on Friday, November 5, 2021.

Notice is hereby given by the undersigned that a public lien sale of the following described personal property will be held.

UNIT 627 Salvador Astorga - Clothing, electronics, tools Sealed bids will be accepted preceding a silent auction at 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, Friday, November 5, 2021, at THEATRE DRIVE SELF STORAGE, 2371 THEATRE DRIVE, PASO ROBLES, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California. Bond #0727501.

Bids will be taken from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, (Owner has the right to refuse any or all bids. Owner has the right to bid). Highest bidder will be notified by telephone by 12:00 PM the day of the auction. Payment is due and payable immediately.

Cash or credit card only, this is to include a $100 cash deposit, refundable once the unit is verified clean and goods removed.

October 28 and November 4, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: GERALD ALAN MCMULLEN aka GERALD A. MCMULLEN aka GERALD MCMULLEN DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0340

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: GERALD ALAN MCMULLEN aka GERALD A. MCMULLEN aka GERALD MCMULLEN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MARLENE HINTON in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that MARLENE HINTON 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 23, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Law Office of Johnson, Murphy & Jones, Inc. 928 W. Grand Ave. Grover Beach, CA 93433 October 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2021-2553 OLD FILE NO. 2019-2769

Through The Knot, 3100 Main Street #8, Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 12/02/2019. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Richard Allen Smucker (3100 Main Street #8, Morro Bay, CA 93442), Shannon Lee Bihamta (2 Mustang Drive, La Plata, MD 20646). This business was conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Richard Allen Smucker, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-22-2021.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk. By M. Stiletto, Deputy Clerk.

October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JOSEPH CARRERA GARCIA DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0195

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JOSEPH ‘JOE’ CARRERA GARCIA A FIRST AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DONATO C GARCIA in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The AMENDED Petition for Probate requests that DONATO C GARCIA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE AMENDED 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 AMENDED 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 30, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Law Office of Dennis James Balsamo APLC 1303 E Grand Ave. Ste. 103 Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 October 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2021-2523 OLD FILE NO. 2019-0618

Main Street Antiques, 2200 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 03/05/2019. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: John Mezzapesa, Steve Mezzapesa (240 D Street, Cayucos, CA 93430), Audrey Giese (21 S. Ocean, Cayucos, CA 93430).

This business was conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Steve Mezzapesa, General Partner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-19-2021. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk.

By N. Balseiro, Deputy Clerk.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

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LEGAL NOTICES

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

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0560

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0562

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0568

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Steven Serrano filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Steven Serrano to PROPOSED NAME: Steven Serrano Hayes

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Valerie Butterbredt filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Indigo Gertrude StoneButterbredt to PROPOSED NAME: Indigo Gertrude Butterbredt Barron

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Richard Dean Kaiwi filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Richard Dean Kaiwi to PROPOSED NAME: Richard Dean Jenne

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Amy Elissa Everist filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Amy Elissa Everist to PROPOSED NAME: Amy Elissa Hooper

THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: November 17, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

9 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: November 24, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

9 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: December 2, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: December 2, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times

Date: September 24, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

Date: October 5, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

Date: October 7, 2021 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

Date: October 12, 2021 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING TREVOR KEITH, DIRECTOR

Environmental Impact Report - Notice of Preparation and Notice of EIR Scoping Meetings Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning Project ED2021-174 / DRC2021-00092 The County of San Luis Obispo as Lead Agency will prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning Project. The project is a request by Pacific Gas and Electric for a County Development Plan/Coastal Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit for both Coastal and Inland components of decommissioning and site restoration. Portions of the project site are in retained Coastal Commission jurisdiction as well.

An EIR Scoping Meeting is an opportunity for agencies and interested members of the public to obtain information about the project, ask questions, and provide oral comments on the scope and content of the EIR. The County will hold five virtual scoping meetings. The meeting times and login details are as follows:

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED PROJECT PG&E’s proposed decommissioning activities include: decontamination and demolition of approximately 65,000 square feet of structures and facilities; grading cut and fill of approximately 524,000 cubic yards; site disturbance and restoration of approximately 71 acres; removal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials; and construction of new facilities, including a new security building, firing range, and Greater Than Class C Waste (GTCC) facility to be located in a PG&E Owner-Controlled Area. Existing structures would also remain within the PG&E Owner-Controlled Area, including the 500 kV and 230 kV electrical switchyards and the Independent Spent Nuclear Fuel Storage Installation (ISFSI) facility where spent nuclear fuel will continue to be stored until an interim storage facility or permanent repository is available. PG&E also proposes to retain the existing Eastern and Western Breakwaters and the Intake Structure for potential future use by others.

Decommissioning waste, including low-level nuclear waste, would be transported offsite for disposal via truck, rail, and barge. The project involves three additional locations for potential rail transfer that would require local-agency permitting approval: the Pismo Beach Materials Handling Facility located at 800 Price Canyon Road in Pismo Beach; a rail site located in Santa Barbara County (2820 W. Betteravia Road); and, a rail site within the City of Santa Maria (1599 A Street). Only one of the two sites outside of San Luis Obispo County would be used.

The project is proposed in two phases: Phase 1 (2024 through 2031) includes Pre-planning and Decommissioning activities; Phase 2 (2032 through 2039) includes completion of Soil Remediation, Final Status Surveys, and Site Restoration. The Diablo Canyon project site is located at 3890 Diablo Canyon Road, approximately seven miles east of Port San Luis. The proposed project is within the Public Facilities land use category in the San Luis Bay Coastal Planning area and within the San Luis Bay Inland Sub Area of the San Luis Obispo Planning Area.

All issue areas of potential impact as mandated by the CEQA Guidelines (Appendix G) including Alternatives, Cumulative Effects, and Growth Inducement, will be addressed in the Environmental Impact Report to be prepared for the project. No determinations have been made as to the significance of these potential effects. Such determinations will be made in the EIR after the issues are thoroughly analyzed. The County invites interested parties, and all affected, responsible, and trustee agencies, to suggest specific areas of analysis to be addressed within these general categories, or other issues not included above, to be considered in the EIR. There are no Cortese listings or GeoTracker sites located on the Diablo Canyon or Pismo Beach railyard sites. At this time, there is no tentative hearing date for the project.

Future Site Re-use Potential Following Phases 1 and 2 of decommissioning and termination by the NRC of DCPP’s Title 10 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 50 license (10 CFR Part 50, or Part 50), the DCPP site, excluding the owner-controlled area, would be available for development. Therefore, the EIR will evaluate possible reuse concepts for the DCPP site, which will be referred to in the EIR as Phase 3. Because these uses would be far in the future and would require separate land use and CEQA analysis for permitting, the reuse concepts will be evaluated at a program level. This evaluation will be provided to identify potential environmental impacts or issues associated with the possible reuse concepts.

The County is still developing ideas for future site reuse. However, the EIR may compare the possible environmental impacts of the following reuse concepts:

• University Campus • Developed Recreation (car camping to glamping) • Day Use Recreation (e.g., trails) • Research Facility

• Renewable Energy Production and/or Storage • Resort Hotel • Mixed Use • Offshore Wind Port/support facility

FURTHER INFORMATION: The project’s Notice of Preparation and PG&E’s application including a detailed Project Description, Map Exhibits, and studies can be accessed on the County’s website: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Planning-Building.aspx using the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning link on the lower left-hand side of the page under the “Most Requested Services” heading.

Written Scoping comments are due by 5:00 p.m., December 6, 2021. Comments may be submitted via email to: diablo@co.slo.ca.us, or via USPS mail to: County of San Luis Obispo Planning & Building, Room 300, Attention: S. Strachan, 976 Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. Please contact Susan Strachan at (805) 788-2129, or Cindy Chambers at (805) 781-5608, or via the email above, for additional information.

October 28, 2021

Notice Requesting Proposals for Carbon Neutral City Facilities Plan The City of San Luis Obispo is requesting sealed proposals for services associated with the Carbon Neutral City Facilities Plan.

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

All proposals must be received via BidSync by the Department of Finance at or before November 10, 2021 when they will be opened electronically via BidSync.

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

Questions about this Request for Qualification must be submitted to Dan Clancy (dclancy@slocity.org) by 5:00 PM (PST) on October 29, 2021.

Project packages and additional information may be obtained at the City’s BidSync website at www.BidSync.com. Please contact Dan Clancy at dclany@slocity.org with any questions.

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

October 28, 2021

Notice Requesting Qualifications (RFQ) for On-call Consulting for Video Production and Photography Services.

The City of San Luis Obispo is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to furnish video production and photography services.

All proposers must register with BidSync at www.BidSync.com, where proposers can obtain RFQ packages and submit questions.

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

All proposals must be on BidSync at or before 3:00 PM on November 19, 2021, when they are opened electronically on BidSync.

The preferred method for bid submission is electronic via BidSync. However, if you wish to submit a paper copy, please submit it in a sealed envelope to the Department of Finance, City of San Luis Obispo, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401.

Specification packages and additional information may be obtained at the City’s BidSync website at www.BidSync. com. Please contact Dan Clancy at dclancy@slocity.org with questions.

October 28, 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

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 Tuesday, November 30, 2021 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 4004 - 2021 WATER MAIN UPGRADE PROJECT GROVER BEACH General Work Description: In general, the Base Bid Work shall be the construction of new water main along Owens Court, Mono Court, Brighton Avenue, 10th Street, W. Grand Avenue, and 14th Street. The work will also include uncovering a valve in Grand Avenue, replacing valves in Grand Avenue, and hydrant installations at Owens Court, Mono Court, and El Camino.

The estimated opinion of probable construction cost for this Base Bid Work is $554,000.

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.

This project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. 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.

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 28th day of October 2021, at the City of Grover Beach, California.

City of Grover Beach STATE OF CALIFORNIA Gregory A. Ray, P.E. Public Works Director/City Engineer October 28 & November 4, 2021

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the following purpose:

PROPOSALS will be received by the City of Grover Beach Public Works Department, Attention: Gabriel Munoz-Morris, Senior Engineer, at City Hall 154 South 8th Street, Grover Beach, California 93433 until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 18, 2021 for Professional Services from qualified firms specifically for the following project: NORTH HALF OF CITY SEWER MAIN VIDEO INSPECTION95-13

The entire Request for Proposal document may be obtained electronically via the City’s Bids and Proposal web page, https://www.grover. org/bids.aspx or via email at publicworks@ groverbeach.org. ### October 21 & 28, 2021

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

1.

1156 Peach St. ARCH-0541-2021; Construction of a new single-family dwelling within the Mill Street Historic, including a roof top deck (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); R-1-H zone; Ivan Lapidus, applicant. (Walter Oetzell)

2.

222 Elks Lane. DIR-0218-2021; Modification of a wireless telecommunications facility: Replacement of a 58-foot-tall flag-pole antenna tower, hosting three wireless antennas, with a new 58-foot-tall antenna tower camouflaged as a tree, hosting six wireless antennas; and replacement of associated equipment within an existing ground-level equipment enclosure (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); C-S-S zone; Sprint West LLC, applicant. (Walter Oetzell)

3.

1116 Ella Street. DIR-0582-2021; Request for a front setback reduction to accommodate one unenclosed required on-site parking space in the driveway of a single-family residence. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-2 zone; Niel Dilworth, applicant.

(Graham Bultema)

4.

905 Madonna Rd, Unit 57. DIR-0662-2021; Request for a temporary use permit for a model home to be used as a temporary sales office for the Fig Townhomes in the San Luis Ranch development.

The request includes temporary signage and temporary parking. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); NG30 and R-4-SP zones; Presidio WH SLR 80 Towns, LLC, applicant. (Graham Bultema)

PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA: A.

Address: 306 Pier Avenue Applicant: MFI Limited Project No.: P21-000055 Description: Coastal Development Permit and Architectural Review Permit for a new two-story singlefamily residence, and Categorical Exemption No. 2021024. The project site is located within the Shell beach (H) Planning Area and R-1 (Single-Family Residential, 1983 Code) Zoning District. APN: 010-352-002.

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

B.

Address: 990 Bakersfield Street Applicant: Bernard Ringer-Britz Project No.: P20-000065 Description: Coastal Development Permit and Architectural Review Permit for a new two-story singlefamily residence, and Categorical Exemption No. 2021025. The project site is located within the Pismo Heights (P) Planning Area and R-1 (Single-Family Residential, 1983 Code) Zoning District. APN: 005-235-024.

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

5.

Details about ways to participate in this hearing will be provided on the agenda posted for the meeting online at pismobeach.org/ agenda, and on the bulletin board at City Hall. The agenda will be posted in the afternoon of November 5, 2021.

You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to participate in the hearings or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects. Written and voicemail comments are welcomed prior to the hearing. Written comments prepared prior to the hearing may be submitted to the Planning Commission at planningcommission@pismobeach.org or to send an email to Planning staff at planning@pismobeach.org.

Oral comment may be provided prior to the hearing by calling 805-556-8299 and leaving a voice message. Please state and spell your name and identify your item of interest. Generally, written comment may be submitted by email up until the start of the public comment period during this time. Every effort will be made to provide an opportunity for live public comment during the meeting, but because the City cannot guarantee the quality of internet access or video conferencing facilities for the meeting, live public comment may not be available at every meeting. Please refer to the agenda for this meeting for specific instructions for participation.

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

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

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

October 28, 2021

CITY OF GROVER BEACH

CITY OF GROVER BEACH REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

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2010 Royal Way. HOME-0679-2021; Review of a homestay rental application to allow shortterm rental (such as AirBNB) of an owneroccupied single-family residence at 2010 Royal Way. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-1-S zone; Kerri Mahoney, applicant. (Graham Bultema) 977 Buchon St. HOME-0685-2021; Review of a homestay rental application to allow short-term rental (such as AirBNB) of an owner-occupied single-family residence at 977 Buchon Street.

This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-2-H zone; Cheryl Burcheri, applicant. (Graham Bultema) 1954 Chorro Street. DIR-0665-2021; Request to construct a 785-square foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU) above 16 feet in height and a request for a front setback exception to allow a new covered porch to be constructed 14 feet from the front property line where an 18-foot setback is the standard setback based on front setback averaging. The proposed ADU will be constructed above a new three-car garage with a total building height of approximately 24 feet, 8.5 inches.

The front porch addition will be constructed in connection to a renovation and addition to the single-family residence. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-2 zone; Gary Holtz, applicant. (Kyle Van Leeuwen)

The Community Development Director will either approve or deny these applications no sooner than November 8, 2021.

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

October 28, 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Grover Beach will conduct a Public Hearing on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2021 at 6:00 p.m., or soon thereafter.

Please note that due to COVID-19, the City of Grover Beach will hold all meetings virtually. Meetings can be viewed on Channel 20 and are live streamed on the City’s website and on www.slo-span. org. Members of the public may provide public comment during the meeting by calling (805) 321-6639 to provide public comment via phone (the phone line will open just prior to the start of the meeting at 6:00 PM) or written public comments can be submitted via email to gbadmin@groverbeach.org prior to the Council meeting start time of 6:00 PM. If submitting written comments in advance of the meeting, please note the agenda item. Written comments will be read out loud during the City Council meeting on the appropriate agenda item subject to the customary 3-minute time limit.

SUBJECT: 1. APPROVAL OF A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE CLEAVER PROPERTY - The Council will consider approval of a disposition and development agreement that would transfer the property located at 164 South 13th Street to the Housing Authority of San Luis Obispo, (HASLO) which is an agreement wherein Peoples Self-Help Housing and HASLO will develop a 53-unit affordable housing project. The proposed project is categorical exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act. Where You Come In: Any member of the public may be heard on the item described in this notice by calling (805) 321-6639 during the meeting or submit written comments to the City Clerk prior to the meeting by mail to: City Clerk’s Office, 154 South Eighth Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433 or by email to gbadmin@groverbeach.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.

For More Information: If you have any questions or would like more information regarding the item described in this notice, please contact: Community Development Director Bruce Buckingham by telephone at (805) 4734520 or send an e-mail to commdev@groverbeach.org.

The City Council may also discuss other hearings or items of business at this meeting. The complete meeting agenda and copy of the staff report on the above item will 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.

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(s) described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City at, or prior to, the Public Hearing (Govt. Code Sec 65009). /s/ Wendi Sims, City Clerk Dated: Thursday, Oct. 28, 202

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach City Council will hold a public hearing for the following purpose: PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA: Address: Citywide Applicant: City of Pismo Beach Description: Receive public comments and adopt a resolution making certain findings, and approving updated and new fees effective on November 4, 2021, and amending the existing fee schedule adopted by Resolutions R-2015-036, R-2017-074, and R-2020-018.

You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community. Interested persons are invited to participate in the hearing or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects. Written and voicemail comments are welcomed prior to the hearing. Written comments prepared prior to the hearing may be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by mail, hand delivery, or delivery to the utility bill drop box at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, by fax at (805) 773-4684, or by email at citycouncil@pismobeach.org. Generally, written comment may be submitted by email up until the start of the public comment period during this item. Oral comment may be provided prior to the hearing by calling 805-556-8299 and leaving a voice message. Please state and spell your name, and identify your item of interest. Oral comment may be made during the hearing by joining the virtual meeting using the link provided on the agenda document. Please refer to the agenda for this meeting for specific instructions for participation.

Staff reports, plans and other information related to these projects are available for public review from the City Clerk’s Office, by emailing City Clerk Erica Inderlied at einderlied@pismobeach. org. The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Thursday before the meeting and may be obtained upon request by mail or by visiting www.pismobeach.org/agenda. 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 this item in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Pismo Beach at, or prior to, the public hearing.

For further information, please contact Erica Inderlied, City Clerk, at einderlied@pismobeach.org or 805-773-7003.

Erica Inderlied City Clerk October 21 & 28, 2021

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CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE PUBLIC HEARING The San Luis Obispo Cultural Heritage Committee will hold a Special Meeting, Monday, November 8, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. via teleconference. Pursuant to Executive Orders N-60-20 and N-08-21 executed by the Governor of California, and subsequently Assembly Bill 361, enacted in response to the state of emergency relating to novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and enabling teleconferencing accommodations by suspending or waiving specified provisions in the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code § 54950 et seq.), committee members and members of the public may participate in this meeting by teleconference. There will be no physical location for the public to view the meeting. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity. org.

PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1.

Review of a request to enter into a historical property preservation contract (Mills Act) for the Ken and Martha Schwartz House (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); Project Address: 201 Buena Vista; Case #: HIST‑0748‑2021; Zone: R‑1; Thom Brajkovich; owner/applicant.

Contact Information: Walter Oetzell – (805) 781-7593 – woetzell@slocity.org

2.

Review of a request to designate the property at 211 Chorro Street as a Master List Resource and include the property in the City’s Inventory of Historic Resources as the Muller-Noggle House and Garage (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); Project Address: 211 Chorro St.; Case #: HIST‑0608‑2021; Zone: R‑1; James Papp, applicant.

Contact Information: Walter Oetzell – (805) 781-7593 – woetzell@slocity.org

The Cultural Heritage Committee may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Cultural Heritage Committee during, or prior to, the public hearing.

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

October 28, 2021

ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT PUBLIC HEARING The City of San Luis Obispo’s Zoning Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing at 2:30 p.m. or later on Monday, November 8, 2021, on the items listed below via telconference. Pursuant to Executive Orders N-6020 and N-08-21 executed by the Governor of California, and subsequently Assembly Bill 361, enacted in response to the state of emergency relating to novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and enabling teleconferencing accommodations by suspending or waiving specified provisions in the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code § 54950 et seq.), commissioners and members of the public may participate in this regular meeting by teleconference. Meetings can be viewed by joining the webinar or visiting the City’s electronic archive the day after the meeting to view the recording.

Webinar registration details will be available on the agenda and the archive can be accessed from the City’s website at: https://opengov.slocity.org/WebLink/ Browse.aspx?id=116937&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk Public comment may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@ slocity.org 1.

3845 S. Higuera St. USE-0653-2021; Minor/Admin Use Permit for Nexus Ballroom, a dance studio and ballroom (commercial recreation, small scale) within the Long Bonetti Public Market (Building 7 basement); project is consistent with previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Long Bonetti Public Market project; M-SP zone; Tank Farm Center, LLC, applicant. (Shawna Scott)

2.

1133 Garden St. USE-0623-2021; Minor Use Permit for an off-site wine tasting room (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); C-D-H zone; Tyler Eck, applicant. (Walter Oetzel)

3.

979 Morro St. USE-0659-2021; Request for a Minor Use Permit to allow on-site wine tasting (bar/tavern use) in an approximately 1,200-square-foot vacant tenant space in the lower-portion of the Hotel SLO building. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); C-D-H zone; Hotel SLO, LLC, applicant. (Kyle Van Leeuwen)

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

October 28, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICE The San Luis Obispo Police Department is currently in possession of $600 in cash.

If the money is not claimed by the rightful owner seven days after the date of this advertisement, it is proposed that the money will become the property of the individual that located it. If anyone believes this money is their property, they are asked to notify the San Luis Obispo Police Department at 805781-7360. Anyone attempting to claim this money will be asked to show verification of ownership. SLOPD Case #210618038; Evidence Item #189262.

October 28, 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 9:00 a.m., or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard, to consider amending the countywide Fee Schedule Ordinance. The hearing will be held at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, County Government Center, 1055 Monterey Street, in San Luis Obispo.

Recommended amendments include increases, decreases, new, and deleted fees. Schedule A Fee amendments would become effective January 1, 2022, and Schedule B Fee amendments would become effective July 1, 2022.

Any person interested in expressing their views regarding the proposed amendments to the Fee Schedule may do so at the hearing. To determine specific placement of this item or any temporary meeting procedures on the Board of Supervisors Agenda and to review the fee schedule amendments, go to the County’s website at www.slocounty.ca.gov on the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date.

The fee schedule amendments may also be reviewed at the: County Government Center Administrative Office, Room D430 1055 Monterey Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 (805) 781-5011 DATED: October 18, 2021 WADE HORTON, Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: /s/ T’Ana Christiansen Deputy Clerk October 21 & 28, 2021

Notice Requesting Qualifications (RFQ) for On-call Consulting for Communications Support Services.

The City of San Luis Obispo is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to furnish communications support services.

All proposers must register with BidSync at www.BidSync.com, where proposers can obtain RFQ packages and submit questions.

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

All proposals must be on BidSync at or before 3:00 PM on November 19, 2021, when they are opened electronically on BidSync.

The preferred method for bid submission is electronic via BidSync. However, if you wish to submit a paper copy, please submit it in a sealed envelope to the Department of Finance, City of San Luis Obispo, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401.

Specification packages and additional information may be obtained at the City’s BidSync website at www.BidSync. com. Please contact Dan Clancy at dclancy@slocity.org with questions.

October 28, 2021

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2021 AT 9:00 AM 5 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT 01. Interviews Agenda – Item Nos. 1-10 & Res. 2021-230 thru 2021-239, approved as amended.

02. Public Comment Period - matters not on the agenda: G. Kirkland; M. Brown; P. Hershfield; L. Owen. C. LeFevre Latner: speak. No action taken.

03. Presentations: SLO Regional Rideshare & acknowledgement of the “Commute w/ Confidence” campaign during the month of October, rec’d.

04. State Legislative activities update, rec’d & filed.

05. Res. 2021-240, denying the Appeal of Center for Biological Diversity, affirming the Planning Commission’s decision, w/ modifications & approving the application of Sentinel Peak Resources CA LLC (Formerly Freeport-McMoran Oil and Gas) for Conditional Use Permit DRC2015-00002, adopted as amended.

06. Closed Session. Anticipated Litigation: Significant exposure to litigation: No of potential cases: 4. Initiation of litigation: No of potential cases: 3. Existing litigation: Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. v. Co. of SLO, Ventura Superior Court, Case No. 56-2020-00543728. Conference w/ Labor Negotiator re: SLOGAU; SLOCEA-T&C; DCCA; Sheriffs’ Mgmt; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Mgmt & Confidential Employees; SDSA; UDWA. Report out. Open Session.

07. Meeting Adjourned.

For more details, view the meeting video at: https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/ Administrative-Office/Clerk-of-the-Board/Clerk-of-the-Board-Services/Board-of-SupervisorsMeetings-and-Agendas.aspx Wade Horton, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk October 28, 2021

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: LAWRENCE T. WIESENHART DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0343

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: LAWRENCE T. WIESENHART A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KATHRYN A. GLENN in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that KATHRYN A. GLENN 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 23, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 9 VIA ZOOM, in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor.

You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Douglas M. Buchanan (SBN 147241) P.O. Box 234 Arroyo Grande, CA 93421 October 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC. Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned is hereby given notice that a public lien sale of the following personal property will be held online at storageauctions.net and will end at the hour of 11 AM on the 17th Day of November, 2021 where said property has been stored and which are located at: Traffic Way Storage, 5395 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422 County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, the following Russell Allen Toolbox & tools, cables, dining table & chairs, furniture, easy chair,

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dresser, hutch, lamps, pillows, mattress & box spring

the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website http://www. qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-21-892112-AB. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code.

If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction.

There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website http:// www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-21-892112AB to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-21-892112-AB IDSPub #0175185 10/14/2021 10/21/2021 10/28/2021

ing principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Oscar Grego, a married man as his sole and separate property Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 10/13/2006 as Instrument No. 2006072671 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of San Luis Obispo County, CA. Date of Sale: 11/23/2021 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: Breezeway facing Santa Rosa Street of the County of San Luis Obispo General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,218,783.15 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1798 Roscoe Place Cambria, CA 93428 A.P.N.: 024-252-014 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call or visit this Internet Web site www.ndscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 19-20642-SP-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 10/12/2021 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany & Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 855219-8501; Sales Website: www. ndscorp.com By: Rachael Hamilton, Trustee Sales Representative 10/21/2021, 10/28/2021, 11/04/2021 CPP351592

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

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/5/2018.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MANUEL J MATOS AND BARBARA C MATOS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 5/11/2018 as Instrument No. 2018019224 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN LUIS OBISPO County, California; Date of Sale: 11/9/2021 at 11:00AM Place of Sale: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, located at 1087 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $372,027.47 The purported property address is: 230 LEMA DR, NIPOMO, CA 93444-9538 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 091-374-005 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. T.S. No. 19-20642-SP-CA Title No. 191008021-CAVOI A.P.N. 024-252-014 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/10/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below.

The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remain-

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

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Christina Marie Bailey filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Christina Marie Bailey to PROPOSED NAME: Christina Marie Bailey-Demille THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: November 18, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: September 28, 2021 /s/: Rita Federman, Judge of the Superior Court October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

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

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Hally Jeannette Keppelman Webster filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Hally Jeannette Keppelman Webster to PROPOSED NAME: Hallie Jeannette Webster THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: November 4, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: September 21, 2021 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2021

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2021-2431 OLD FILE NO. 2019-0376 HempAERO.org, 445 Green Gate Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 02/07/2019. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Hemp Agricultural & Environmental Research Organization, LLC (445 Green Gate Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business was conducted by A Limited Liability Company /s/ Hemp Agricultural & Environmental Research Organization, LLC, Darren Shetler, Manager.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-08-2021. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk.

By A. Webster, Deputy Clerk.

October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0542 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Ammie Gillan filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Cash Reiff Bonham to PROPOSED NAME: Cash Reiff Bonham Gillan 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: December 23, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: October 4, 2021 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court October 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0587

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Haydn Muckleroy filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Haydn Muckleroy to PROPOSED NAME: Haydn Kausch 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: December 2, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: October 20, 2021 /s/: Rita C. Federman, Judge of the Superior Court October 28, November 4, 11, & 18, 2021

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2021-2368 OLD FILE NO. 2019-2307 Blue Sky Bistro, 669 Embarcadero #6, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 09/26/2019. The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Golden Parkway Inc. (220 Madera St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business was conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Golden Parkway Inc., Denise U Robson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-302021. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Helen Nolan, County Clerk. By M. Stiletto, Deputy Clerk.

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

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To all interested persons: Petitioner: Gina McKenzie filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Gina McKenzie to PROPOSED NAME: Gina Glasmacher Thompson-Acuña THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: November 17, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. P2 Via Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: September 30, 2021 /s/: Hernaldo J. Baltodano, Judge of the Superior Court October 14, 21, 28, & November 4, 2021

STATEMENT OF WITHDRAWAL FROM PARTNERSHIP OPERATING UNDER A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2021-2524 OLD FILE NO. 2021-1436 The fictitious business name for the partnership was filed in San Luis Obispo county on 06-10-2021.

The following person(s) have/has withdrawn as a General Partner(s) from the partnership under the fictitious business name: Main Street Antiques (178 N. Ocean, Cayucos, CA 93430). San Luis Obispo County.

The full name(s) and residence address(es) of the withdrawing partner(s) are as follows: John Mezzapesa, Steve Mezzapesa (240 D. Street, Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Steve Mezzapesa.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-19-2021. 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 21, 28, November 4, & 11, 2021.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC. Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned is hereby given notice that a public lien sale of the following personal property will be held online at storageauctions.net and will end at the hour of 12 PM on the 17th Day of November, 2021 where said property has been stored and which are located at: Downtown Mini Storage, 9200 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422 County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, the following Kimberly Griffin Piano, furniture, hutch, camping gear, stroller, boxes

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(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “In the absence of willpower, the most complete collection of virtues and talents is worthless.” Libran occultist Aleister Crowley wrote that, and I agree. But let’s phrase his idea more positively: To make full use of your virtues and talents, you must develop a strong willpower. And here’s the good news, Libra: The coming weeks will be a favorable time to cultivate your willpower, along with the assets that bolster it, like discipline, self-control, and concentration. If you can do Halloween without risk from COVID-19, here are accessories I recommend for you to carry with you, no matter what your costume is: a wand, a symbolic lightning bolt, an ankh, an arrow, a Shiva lingam stone or crystal.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): According to some spiritual teachers, desire interferes with our quest for illumination. It diverts us from what’s real and important. I know gurus who even go so far as to say that our yearnings deprive us of freedom; they entrap us and diminish us. I strongly disagree with all those ideas. I regard my longing as a primary fuel that energizes my drive to free myself from pain and nonsense. How about you, Taurus? In alignment with astrological omens, I authorize you to deepen and refine and celebrate the yearning in your heart. Your title/nickname could be: 1. Yearning Champion. 2.

Desire Virtuoso. 3. Connoisseur of Longing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Author Jessamyn West confessed, “I am always jumping into the sausage grinder and deciding, even before I’m half ground, that I don’t want to be a sausage after all.” I offer her testimony as a cautionary tale, Gemini.

There’s no astrological reason, no cosmic necessity, that decrees you must become like a sausage anytime soon.

Such a fate can be easily avoided. All you must do is commit yourself to not jumping into the sausage grinder. Also: In every way you can imagine, don’t be like a sausage. (To meditate on sausage-ness, read the Wikipedia entry: tinyurl. com/SausageMetaphor)

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Our fellow Cancerian, author Franz Kafka, told us, “It is often safer to be in chains than to be free.” And yes, some of us Crabs go through phases when we crave safety so much that we tolerate, even welcome, being in chains. But the fact is that you’re far more likely to be safe if you are free, not in chains. And according to my reading of the astrological omens, that’s extra true for you now. If you can celebrate Halloween without risk from COVID-19, here are costume suggestions: runaway prisoner, escape artist, freedom fighter.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Some of us yearn for allies who can act like saviors: rescue us from our demons and free us from our burdensome pasts and transform us into the beauties we want to become. On the other hand, some of us do all this hard work by ourselves: rescue ourselves from our demons and free ourselves from our burdensome pasts and transform ourselves into the beauties we want to become. I highly recommend the latter approach for you in the coming weeks, Leo. If you can do Halloween without risk from COVID-19, here is a costume suggestion: your own personal savior.

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “One of the reasons people are so unhappy is they don’t talk to themselves,” says author Elizabeth Gilbert. “You have to keep a conversation going with yourself throughout your life,” she continues, “to see how you’re doing, to keep your focus, to remain your own friend.” Now is a favorable time to try such an experiment, Virgo. And if you already have skill in the art of carrying on a vibrant dialog with yourself, now is a perfect moment to upgrade and refine it. Try this experiment: Imagine having a conversation with the Future You.

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(March 21-April 19): Aries philosopher Emil Cioran wrote, “When I meet friends or people I know who are going through a difficult period, I usually have this advice for them: ‘Spend 20 minutes in a cemetery, and you’ll see that, though your worry won’t disappear, you’ll almost forget about it and you’ll feel better.’” I don’t think you’re weathering a terribly difficult phase right now, Aries, but you may be dealing with more riddles and doubts and perplexities than you’re comfortable with. You could be feeling a bit darker and heavier than usual. And I think Cioran’s advice would provide you with the proper stimulation to transform your riddles and doubts and perplexities into clarity and grace and aplomb. If you can do Halloween without risk from COVID-19, here’s a costume suggestion: the spirit of a dead ancestor.

VIRGO

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Mardi Gras is a boisterous festival that happens every February all over the planet. One hotspot is New Orleans. The streets there are filled with costumed revelers who enjoy acting in ways that diverge from their customary behavior. If you want to ride on a float in the parade that snakes down Royal Street, you must, by law, wear a festive mask. I invite all of you Scorpios to engage in similar festivities for the next three weeks—even if you’re not doing much socializing or partying. It’s a favorable time to experiment with a variety of alternate identities. Would you consider adopting a different persona or two? How could you have fun playing around with your self-image?

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Jungian psychotherapist and storyteller Clarissa Pinkola Estés reminds us, “In fairy tales, tears change people, remind them of what is important, and save their very souls.” I hope you’re open to the possibility of crying epic, cathartic, catalytic tears in the coming weeks, Sagittarius.

According to my analysis, you have a prime opportunity to benefit from therapeutic weeping. It could chase your fears and cure your angst and revivify your soul. So please take advantage of this gift from life. Be like a superhero whose superpower is to generate healing by crying.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Filmmaker Wim Wenders said, “Any film that supports the idea that things can be changed is a great film in my eyes.” I’ll expand upon that: “Any experience, situation, influence, or person that supports the idea that things can be changed is great.” This is a useful and potentially inspiring theme for you to work with right now, Capricorn. In accordance with astrological rhythms, I hope you will be a connoisseur and instigator of beneficial, beautiful transformations.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Fitness buff Jack LaLanne was still doing his daily workout when he was 95. He was also famous for performing arduous feats. At age 65, for example, he swam a mile through Japan’s Lake Ashinoko while towing 65 boats filled with 6,500 pounds of wood pulp. I think you’re currently capable of a metaphorically comparable effort, Aquarius. One way to do it is by mastering a psychological challenge that has previously seemed overwhelming. So meditate on where your extra strength would be best directed, and use it wisely!

If you can do Halloween without risk from COVID-19, here are costume suggestions: fitness buff, bodybuilder, marathon runner, yoga master.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): When birdwatchers describe a bird, they speak of its “jizz.” This term refers to the distinctive character of its habitual movements, flying style, posture, vocal mannerisms, and coloring. One aficionado defines jizz as the bird’s “indefinable quality,” or the “vibe it gives off.”

I’ve got a theory that right now you’re as bird-like as you’ve ever been. You seem lighter and freer than usual, less bound to gravity and solemnity, and more likely to break into song.

Your fears are subsiding because you have the confidence to leave any situation that’s weighing you down. If you can do Halloween without risk from COVID-19, here’s a costume suggestion: the bird that has your favorite kind of jizz. ∆

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