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he San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office arrested Paul Flores and his father, Ruben Flores, in connection with the 1996 disappearance of Kristin Smart. On April 13, they were booked into county jail on charges of murder and accessory, ANNOUNCEMENT Speaking at respectively. That day, sheriff’s Cal Poly, SLO deputies served another search County Sheriff Ian Parkinson warrant on Ruben’s Arroyo said the Sheriff’s Grande property. Staff Writer Office arrested Paul and Ruben Karen Garcia writes about how Flores on April things unfolded that day [4]. 13 in connection In addition, read about who’s not with Kristin Smart’s 1996 benefitting from the second round disappearance. of PPP loans [8] ; Paso Robles school district’s struggles with representation and ethnic studies [9] ; The Candlelight Strings [19] ; California aesthetics at Studios on the Park [20] ; and the Story of Soil [23].
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early 25 years after Cal Poly student Kristin Smart went missing, SLO County law enforcement agencies arrested Paul Flores, the last person seen with her in 1996, and his father, Ruben Flores, on suspicion of murder and accessory to murder. Smart’s body has yet to be located. On the morning of April 13, Paul, 44, was taken into custody at his residence in San Pedro and Ruben, 80, in Arroyo Grande. At a press conference on April 14, SLO County District Attorney Dan Dow announced that his office was charging Paul with firstdegree murder. Dow alleged that Paul killed Smart while attempting to rape or raping her. The district attorney alleged that Ruben helped conceal Smart’s body after she was murdered. Both father and son are scheduled to be arraigned in San Luis Obispo Superior Court on April 15. “As with any criminal case, our investigation is always ongoing up until the very end. Until the case is resolved. So we want to put out today a request for information from the public,” Dow said. The agency is seeking public assistance in providing any information about this case or other potential crimes believed to have been perpetrated by Paul or Ruben, including assaults or other acts. “Paul Flores was known to frequent bars in the San Pedro area from 2005 to present. Individuals with any information are encouraged to contact San Luis Obispo County Crime Stoppers at (805) 549-7867,” Dow said. In terms of holding the trial in San Luis Obispo County Superior Court, Dow said the court process is designed to pick a fair jury no matter how significant the case is. “It will be a decision at some future point that a judge will have to make if there are requests to move it to a different venue,” he said. Dow and SLO County Sheriff Ian Parkinson
both stated that sealed search warrants served at Ruben’s Arroyo Grande home on March 15 and 16 and April 13 don’t allow either agency to reveal the evidence they discovered that led to the arrests. During a press conference on April 13, Parkinson said that forensic physical evidence was located that the Sheriff’s Office believed to be linked to Smart’s disappearance. Parkinson also credited Arroyo Grande local Chris Lambert’s podcast, ALMOST A QUARTER CENTURY LATER SLO County Sheriff Ian Your Own Backyard, with Parkinson holds a press conference on April 13 to announce the arrests of Paul and Ruben Flores on suspicion of murder and accessory to bringing forward several murder in connection with missing Cal Poly student Kristin Smart. Law new witnesses. enforcement officials haven’t located her body. In respone to the arrests, the Smart family released The statement thanked Parkinson and a statement via the Justice for his department for their professionalism, Kristin Smart Facebook page: compassion, and perseverance and Lambert for “For over 24 years, we have waited for this his “exceptional skills, indefatigable work, and bittersweet day. It is impossible to put into unselfish dedication.” It pointed to indifference words what this day means for our family; we and a lack of resolve early in the case that pray it is the first step to bringing our daughter changed when Parkinson took office in 2011. home. While Kristin’s loving spirit will always “The task he and his team accepted was live in our hearts, our life without her hugs, unprecedented in volume and scope, yet they laughs, and smiles is a heartache that never met every setback and challenge with resolve abates. The knowledge that a father and son, and an unequaled commitment to Kristin despite our desperate pleas for help, could have withheld this horrible secret for nearly 25 years, and our family,” the statement read. “Chris, along with four incredible angels (C, J, J, and denying us the chance to lay our daughter to J), balanced Kristin on their shoulders while rest, is an unrelenting and unforgiving pain. lightening our burden and held our hearts and We now put our faith in the justice system and hopes with fierce resolve and commitment. move forward, comforted in the knowledge that There simply are ‘no words’!” Δ Kristin has been held in the hearts of so many and that she has not been forgotten.” —Karen Garcia
SLO codifies ban on tents in parks, will regulate shopping carts
due to activities being obscured from view. “Having spent time at a lot of the parks, but in particular, as does come up, Mitchell Park, it is and has been really at times truly scary,” Mayor Heidi Harmon said, before voting for the amendment. “I recognize that not everyone who’s unsheltered is a certain type of person. And, I think we all have to acknowledge that there are folks that are concerning for families with young kids there. I do feel a responsibility to make sure we’re advocating for the next generation as well. “We get ourselves into a really bad situation, including for the unsheltered folks,” she continued, “by essentially allowing for an encampment to be established in a place like a public park that’s intended to be inclusive for all members of the community.” Homeless advocates opposed the tent ban— calling it discriminatory, punitive, and poorly timed during a public health crisis and recession. Some claimed that the city and county lacked sufficient social services and shelter options for the unhoused, and said that the ordinance violated Martin v. City of Boise, a court ruling that requires cities enforcing camping ordinances to have adequate shelter alternatives.
At an April 13 special meeting, the San Luis Obispo City Council amended its municipal code to explicitly ban the use of tents in public parks and passed a new ordinance regulating shopping carts—both moves that aim to curb the impacts of homelessness, but that opponents say target and punish the unhoused during a pandemic. The City Council voted 4-1 to pass the prohibition on tents at parks. In January, city officials began interpreting existing laws on “encroachment” to include tents—which had proliferated in parks, especially Mitchell Park— issuing three citations thus far. The April 13 amendment codified that interpretation into law, officials told the council. “This isn’t really new material,” City Attorney Christine Dietrick said. “This really is a transparency measure.” Council members, city staff, and police all cited an influx of recent complaints from local residents who said they don’t feel safe in the park with their children due to the presence of tents. Parks officials say the tents disrupt park maintenance, degrade the property, and pose a safety concern
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Michelle Mansker, a volunteer with SLO Street Medics, called in from Mitchell Park, where she and some unhoused individuals were listening to the meeting. Mansker reminded the council that two community members recently died while living in Mitchell Park. “I think that we as a city need to meet these folks where they are and actually listen to their needs,” Mansker said. “Many folks report that they’re not being heard. SLO County and SLO city lack diversity in services. There needs to be other options. ... There needs to be more help … more compassion … more empathy.” Frank Kopcinski, an attorney with the California Rural Legal Assistance, said he’s representing several local unhoused individuals. He called the amendment unconstitutional. “In attempting to hide the humanity, clean it up, and sweep it away, you hide the constitutional violations against humans who are just trying to sleep,” Kopcinski said. “The proposed enactment of this amendment as it’s written is discriminatory and unconstitutional.” City leaders countered that the 40 Prado Homeless Services Center located in town has beds available and emphasized that a new NEWS continued page 6
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countywide investment in homeless solutions is forthcoming. Councilmember Andy Pease dissented in the vote, siding with advocates who questioned the timing and circumstances around the ban. Along with the tent amendment, the City Council unanimously passed the first reading of a new ordinance to regulate abandoned shopping carts. The policy requires grocery stores to make efforts to secure their shopping carts every night, label them with their store information, and promptly retrieve them when they are found abandoned off-site. The council asked city staff to remove some language that appeared to connect the definition of an “abandoned shopping cart” to someone who’s actively using a shopping cart to store their belongings. Officials said the main purpose of the ordinance is reduce the number of shopping carts littered throughout the city. “We haven’t done a full inventory,” City Manager Derek Johnson said, “but … there have been times where I’ve literally seen hundreds and hundreds of carts. We’ll call the merchant and say, ‘Hey will you please come pick up your carts?’ A lot of them will say, ‘This is the cost of doing business. … The cost of picking up the carts, cleaning the carts, and putting them back into service, I’d rather order a new one.’” Both of the ordinances passed on April 13 will require a second reading before they are fully codified and can be enforced. —Peter Johnson
Past due utility bills pile up throughout SLO County
A number of cities in SLO County are still waiving the penalties and fees normally charged to those who fail to pay their water and sewer utility bills. In some local cities, the past due payments are piling up, and it’s still unclear whether customers will be expected to pay off their debts. Like most cities in the county, Morro Bay City Council voted to waive late fees and suspend service disconnections in 2020 to aid residents struggling financially as a result of COVID-19 shutdowns and safety measures. The city hasn’t issued a late fee since then, according to City Manager Scott Collins, and by the end of March 2021, roughly 353 Morro Bay utility customers had incurred a total of about $246,070 in past due payments. Collins said that dollar amount has declined slowly from its peak of a little less than $400,000 over the last few
months as safety restrictions have been relaxed and businesses have reopened. “The fact that people who had fallen behind are making payments now is a good sign,” Collins told New Times. But it’s still not clear how Morro Bay and other cities like it will recover those lost costs, if at all. While utility customers will not be required to pay back waived late fees, they could at some point be required to pay past due bills. Collins said Morro Bay staff are researching the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act and other legislation that could help cities recover revenue losses without making residents pay their past due bills. While there is a lot of clear effort to help those with unpaid rent and mortgage bills, it’s not entirely clear yet where utility assistance comes into play. But the pandemic isn’t over, Collins said, and while some residents and industries appear to be rebounding, others aren’t. “So we’re trying to be cognizant of that as well,” he said. Paso Robles usually receives around $200,000 in late utility fees each year, according to Administrative Services Director Ryan Cornell. But Paso also waived late fees during the pandemic and continues to do so, leading to a loss of that usual revenue and around $385,000 in past due balances on 642 accounts. San Luis Obispo’s utility customers have racked up around $309,000 worth of late fees since March 2020, according to Utilities Business Manager Jennifer Thompson. The city waived about $52,000 of that total as part of its COVID-19 assistance program, which waives four late charges per customer a year. The rest of that money, Thompson said, will have to be paid back. Prior to the pandemic, the city waived one late fee per customer a year. Thompson said that in pre-COVID times, from March 2019 to 2020, the city charged $250,000 in late fees and waived $22,000. Legislative efforts at the state level could help Californians pay off past due bills, including Senate Bill 222, which would offer payment assistance to low-income water customers. But that remains to be seen. For now, Thompson said the city is hoping to set up payment plans with all its indebted customers. “All late charges incurred since March 2020 will be waived for any customer that sets up a payment plan and pays off their past due balance by Sept. 15, 2021,” she wrote in an email to New Times. “The hope is that the new payment plan program will help customers catch up on past due balances.” —Kasey Bubnash
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Paso Unified approved its ethnic studies course offering with more contingencies
Two meetings and two sets of amendments later, the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District voted 6-1 to offer “Ethnic Studies: Multicultural America” for a one-year pilot that’s subject to review. During the meeting, several trustees continued to cite concerns about the course’s contents and recent community backlash. The April 13 ethnic studies course hearing garnered 53 emails—52 in support—and 16 public commenters who spoke in support at the April 13 meeting. Comments came from a mix of students, parents, alumni, community members, and educators. The board failed to approve the course with the amendments it suggested at the March 23 meeting. Those amendments included: incorporating women’s issues into each unit; including a unit on Irish and Jewish immigration to the U.S.; increasing emphasis on the ability of different ethnic groups to overcome obstacles and demonstrate achievement and general progress; and including an overcoming adversity unit to showcase resilience and agency. Trustees Jim Reed, Lance Gannon, Chris Bausch, and Dorian Baker said they weren’t “satisfied” enough with the changes to approve the course presented on April 13. The second round of amendments that lead to the course’s approval included: making it a one-year pilot program subject to review; offering the course to 11th and 12th graders only; and additional course material from authors Thomas Sowell and Ayaan Hirsi Ali. Baker said she’s continued to hear from members of the community who are worried that the course focuses on themes of social justice, social responsibility, and social change. Her greatest concern was that the course included information from critical race theory. Critical race theory, coined as “anti-American” by former President Donald Trump, posits that race is a socially constructed category used to oppress and exploit people of color. Paso Robles High School social science teacher Geoffrey Land said he spent about 20 hours a week over six weeks creating the initially proposed course curriculum and subsequently working in the board’s previous amendments. Land assured Baker the elective ethnic studies course, which will also count toward college credit for Cuesta College, does not
include critical race theory. This process, Land told the board, reminded him of his marriage in that “teaching is a public trust that extends beyond the classroom.” “This community conversation we’ve been having for the last month is perhaps like some awkward Thanksgiving dinner table conversations, still an important and necessary part of family and community and education,” he said. Gannon reiterated concerns that he voiced at the board’s March 23 meeting that he’s worried about the safety of the white students in response to this course. “I feel that right now there are probably students at the high school that are scared to even say anything against this course for the reprisals that they will get. I am concerned about their safety going forward, honestly,” Gannon said. He felt the course curriculum is “too much” for ninth graders who have already endured so much in 2020—such as lack of social interaction. “There’s the reflective chapters that we see, the introduction to identities for four weeks. It appears that it should be best left to a professional therapist, this explore themselves and how they fit into society and, you know, reflect on this. It just seems to me a little bit more than a ninth grader should be doing,” he said. Board member Reed, who ultimately voted against approving the course, was upset that “somebody is deciding what ethnicities are more disadvantaged or have a better story” that will be covered in the course. Board member Bausch said that he was unprepared for the “onslaught of editorials and letters, emails from people attacking” the board’s March 23 vote to approve the course with amendments. The four trustees reluctantly came to a consensus after Paso Robles Superintendent Curt Dubost expressed his disappointment that a majority of the board continued to take issue with the course curriculum. “I can’t state strongly enough how important I think it is for you to be responsive to the input that you have received from a teacher who has done an incredible job. Give up spring break to work on this nonstop, has poured his heart and soul into that,” Dubost said. “It almost feels like some of you may be looking for reasons not to look at this, ... and I hope that’s wrong. At some point you just have to say, ‘Let’s try it because we believe in Mr. Land, we believe in the class, and we want these kids to be rewarded for the passion they’ve showed for us.’” —Karen Garcia NEWS continued page 7
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County testing sites now allow self-swabbing
If you’re planning to get tested for COVID-19 at one of San Luis Obispo County’s community testing sites in the near future, be prepared to swab your own nose. The county’s state-funded testing sites, which are operated by federal health services provider OptumServe, are converting to a supervised self-swabbing testing model. So instead of having a clinician dig around in your nose with a glorified Q-tip, you’ll have the option to do it yourself—with an employee’s instruction and supervision, of course. Michelle Shoresman, a spokesperson for the SLO County Public Health Department, said the transition started at all OptumServe testing sites earlier this week, a decision that she said was made by the contractor and not the county. “Our understanding was that this change was made to give more flexibility with staffing,” Shoresman wrote in an email to New Times. “As this is a new process, it will probably take a little time for the staff and clients to become comfortable with the new process. However, I suspect it will become more efficient over time.” Shoresman assured New Times that selfswabbed tests are just as accurate as those administered by an on-site employee. Part of the COVID-19 testing process involves checking for human DNA to ensure a sufficient sample was collected. If a person doesn’t collect enough DNA while selfswabbing, Shoresman said the test results
will be labeled as “insufficient” rather than “negative.” Patients who don’t feel comfortable administering the tests themselves will still have the option to have on-site staff swab for them. A March 2020 study led by Optum and UnitedHealth Group Research and Development found self-collected tests to be just as effective as those administered by clinicians. The study, which included nearly 500 patients tested at Optum sites in Washington, found that the self-administered swab tests accurately detected COVID-19 in 90 percent of positive patients, consistent with the accuracy of clinician-administered tests. “The current COVID-19 test regimen requires a trained health care worker to collect samples from deep inside the patient’s nasal cavity,” an Optum press release detailing the study reads. “The patientadministered testing method is significantly less invasive, allowing patients to swab the front part of the nostril and mid-nose.” Cal Poly uses the self-collection testing method for both its ongoing surveillance and symptomatic COVID-19 testing, and has been doing so for “quite a while,” according to Media Relations Director Matt Lazier. Lazier said the university uses self-collected saliva samples for its ongoing surveillance testing of students and employees. In cases where students are actually experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, Lazier said Cal Poly’s Campus Health and Wellbeing center uses self-swab nasal tests. He said most students and employees appear to be more comfortable administering the tests themselves.
“Campus Health and Wellbeing reports that the self swabs empower patients in their own care, are generally more pleasant than the deeper nasopharyngeal swabs, and generally seem to be received and tolerated better by patients,” Lazier said. —Kasey Bubnash
Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause holds up some local shots
On Friday, April 9, a “pop-up” vaccine clinic in Atascadero helped inoculate a few dozen unhoused North County community members for COVID-19. Hosted by the El Camino Homeless Organization (ECHO), with assistance from the Community Health Centers of the Central Coast (CHC), the clinic used the one-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine on ECHO dinner and shower program participants. “We determined with Public Health that Johnson & Johnson would be best for that population, because it’s a one-time only,” ECHO CEO Wendy Lewis told New Times. “We’ve been working super closely with Public Health and CHC to try to figure out the best way to take vaccines to the population we serve.” ECHO had plans to host a second pop-up vaccine clinic in Paso Robles on April 16. But after federal health officials put a nationwide pause on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine on April 12 due to extremely rare instances of blood clots, those local shots—and others throughout the county—are now on hold. The SLO County Public Health
Department and major pharmacies like CVS and Rite Aid have suspended their use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine until federal guidance greenlights it again. U.S. agencies are investigating whether six cases of blood clots among millions of recipients are tied to their immune response to the vaccine. According to Michelle Shoresman, a public information officer for SLO County Public Health, there have been no known instances of locals having these adverse reactions. Shoresman said the pause won’t slow down the county’s vaccination campaign too much. Only 9 percent of SLO County’s current vaccine supply are Johnson & Johnson doses. About 2,200 of the brand’s shots have been administered at its three clinics to date. SLO County has used the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to inoculate farmworkers and hospitality workers, who officials say can be challenging to schedule a second shot for. CHC has worked with homeless services providers throughout the county, like ECHO, to help vaccinate unhoused residents using Johnson & Johnson. Without that option, it makes reaching that population even more difficult. “In general, it’s a pretty complex thing to find people within the [two-shot] window,” said Janna Nichols, executive director of the Five Cities Homeless Coalition in South County. “We’ve been trying to figure out how best to address this. With the J&J vaccine on pause, that makes it even more problematic. We have to think about a two-shot option.” ∆ —Peter Johnson
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Conditional relief Fewer local businesses are receiving a second PPP loan
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n the two years that Sheila Kearns has owned her boutique chocolate shop on Marsh Street in downtown San Luis Obispo, she’s yet to experience normalcy. When the shop first opened in 2019, construction work on Hotel Cerro next door disrupted foot traffic and business. Then, in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic hit and upended life as we knew it. “There was a one-two punch for us,” Kearns told New Times. “For our first year in business, we were totally blocked by construction vehicles. … During the first lockdown [for COVID-19], there was no one walking around SLO. It was just absolutely dead.” Weathering that two-year storm was made possible in no small part thanks to a $31,000 forgivable loan that the shop received through the federal Payment Protection Program (PPP)—a fund created by the CARES Act to help small businesses and jobs during the pandemic. So when Congress extended the PPP for a “second draw” this year, Kearns naturally applied. That’s when she found out that her unique, topsy-turvy business history was actually going to act as a barrier to more relief. In new eligibility requirements for a second PPP loan, businesses have to demonstrate revenue losses of 25 percent or more between 2019 and 2020 to qualify. The purpose of the rule was to target the PPP relief to businesses most impacted by COVID-19—a response to criticism directed at the first round of PPP for having next to no barriers to entry, which resulted in large and even publicly traded
corporations receiving aid. Since Kearns and her chocolate shop had such a dismal first year of business in 2019 due to the construction, Kearns said she couldn’t prove the year-to-year plunge in revenue that was required. In reality, though, both years were exceptionally bad, Kearns said. “Our first year was so artificially low. … We couldn’t show that 25 percent [loss] in any quarter because of our historicals,” she said. “If we had a normal 2019 and the Cerro Hotel wasn’t here, we may have shown the dips that we needed. “There are no exceptions,” Kearns continued. “Our banks tried. Everybody is getting funded, and we can’t qualify. It’s pretty brutal.” According to Jim Dantona, CEO of the SLO Chamber of Commerce, Kearns isn’t alone. While PPP has helped hundreds of local businesses, nonprofits, and their employees stay afloat during COVID-19, the new parameters for the second draw are causing others, like Kearns’, to fall through the cracks. “That’s where there’s been a little bit of a hang-up,” Dantona said. “Some people are at like a 22.8 percent revenue decline—within a percentage or two, and yet, not being able to qualify. Twentythree percent is just as bad [as 25 percent].” For that reason and others, far fewer businesses overall are participating in the second round of PPP than the first round, according to Janet Silveria, president of the Community Bank of Santa Maria. Under the federal program, banks like Silveria’s are administering the loans, while the Small Business Administration (SBA) funds them and oversees eligibility. According to the SBA, the PPP fund has about $68 billion remaining in it, with a final application deadline of May 31. In all, the SBA has handed out nearly 4 million PPP loans worth about $224 billion across the country. In recent conversations with other local bank CEOs, Silveria said that the estimated
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DENIED AID Some businesses, like Sheila Kearns’ Chocolate & Confections in downtown SLO, are missing out on a second Payment Protection Program (PPP) loan due to its new eligibility rules.
number of second round PPP loans is sitting at between 30 and 50 percent of the number of total first round loans. It’s difficult to parse the reasons for that, Silveria said. In some cases, businesses and nonprofits have successfully navigated the pandemic and don’t need the assistance now. Some likely went out of business during the past year. Others did not qualify under the new eligibility rules when they perhaps deserved to. One issue that Dantona pointed out about the revenue yardstick is that it doesn’t consider costs. For some organizations, costs rose substantially during the pandemic—whether to pivot their business models or to pay for COVID-19 expenses, like personal protective equipment. “Your revenues may be 22 percent [lower], but if your costs go up 10 percent. That’s a 32-point swing,” Dantona said. While he understood why the federal government added the eligibility requirements to target the PPP aid, Dantona said that the one-size-fits-all approach simply can’t account for all situations and circumstances.
“Trying to make a rule that satisfies 50 states and 50 economies—how do you balance that piece?” Dantona said. “A lot was made of who they gave that first round of PPP to, versus the small guy, so you can see why they were trying to do that. But as with most governmental things, they’re like, ‘If it’s not 25 percent, we can’t do anything. That’s our rule.’ I get why it’s like that, but it’s also the hardest thing for small businesses, if it doesn’t make any sense.” For Kearns, missing out on a second PPP loan likely means she’ll be forced to take out a loan with interest to keep her business alive. The third-generation chocolatier said she’s committed to doing so, and has never considered closing down. “It was very difficult from the day we opened our doors but no, I don’t give up that easily,” Kearns said. “As far as being able to grow and be financially strong, it just puts us in a position where we are looking at borrowing, and it’s just a shame.” ∆ Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com.
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hen Susana López reflected on the March 23 Paso Robles Joint Unified School District board meeting, she said it was painful for many reasons. That evening, an ethnic studies course—“Ethnic Studies: Multicultural America”—was proposed as an elective for Paso Robles High School students in the fall. Community members and students submitted emails ahead of the meeting and spoke during public comment in support of the proposed course. Ahead of the meeting, board member Dorian Baker called the proposed course “poison” in a now-deleted Facebook post on her personal page. During the meeting, board member Lance Gannon said he was concerned that “students who elect to take this class are going to look at the white students differently.” The board approved the ethnic studies course, but amended the curriculum to ensure it was “balanced” and reviewed the course at its April 13 meeting, where it made additional amendments and limited the course to 11th and 12th graders. The board ultimately approved the course as a one-year pilot. (Read more about the meeting on page 6.) “I really felt as a person of color, a Latina, hearing [the board] really focus on the ethnocentric piece of it and how important it was to make sure that white people were not seen as bad. Or the focus on ‘balance’ because it didn’t include enough white experiences when we know the white experience is the default in our curriculum and it is the default in the United States was difficult,” López said.
With that information, DEI concluded that racism is an issue. Its next step was to figure out how to support its students. “As an educator myself, I see the benefit of teaching students about different cultures, different groups of people, and really increasing their empathy with one another,” she said. López and the other DEI members believed if all students understood their cultural histories and how those are woven into the country’s fabric, maybe the course could also help heal the racial tensions. Paso Robles High School social studies teacher Geoffrey Land kept those intentions in mind as he helped create the ethnic studies course curriculum, which he will teach, if approved. It took three months to vet the course, looking at ethnic studies curricula across the state and having the contents reviewed by his department, administration, and a curriculum review committee. His initial course proposal, Land said, would have enhanced students’ appreciation of the lived experiences of African, Native, Asian, and Latino Americans. “But also the nature of marginalization, how certain groups have been excluded from the American dream or how they’ve faced barriers and how they’ve responded to those barriers with resilience, agency, creativity, and courage,” he said. For example, Land planned to talk about Fred Korematsu, an American civil rights activist who objected to the internment of Japanese Americans during World War ll. Land said Korematsu’s case went to the Supreme Court. He lost, and a generation of Japanese Americans on the West Coast were interned. This action also led, he said, to this incredibly courageous Japanese American infantry regiment that was the most decorated in World War ll. “I would hope to reveal the complexity of American experiences and tell stories that haven’t been included in either literature or history classes,” he said. “The hope was that students of Paso High would be able to perhaps for the first time see themselves in the curriculum in a way that would be empowering and inspiring, encourage them to learn more, feel better about their own story, and more courageous about their own journey.” In the early ’90s, an Asian American English teacher started an ethnic studies course in literature to expose students to writings outside of the dominant paradigm of mostly white European authors. When she left the school, Stan Cooper reintroduced the course with an emphasis on social science and taught it for 10 years before he retired. During Land’s 22-year career with the high school, he said he’s learned of and witnessed various racist incidents. In 2017, high school students participated in A Day Without
Ahead of the meeting, board member Dorian Baker called the proposed course ‘poison’ in a now-deleted Facebook post on her personal page. Although everyone knew it was going to be a difficult task, López said she didn’t expect the board of trustees to interpret the proposed course as “anti-white.” “This is a course that is trying to represent the diversity that exists on their campuses,” López said. López is a licensed clinical psychologist, co-founder of the Resilience Psychologist Collaborative, a lecturer at Cal Poly, and a Paso Robles High School alumna. She calls herself a Bearcat, after the school mascot. In June 2020, she added co-chair of the Paso Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee to that list of roles. The committee—made up of 12 community members, alumni, students, and Paso Robles Joint Unified faculty and admin—is a subset of the city of Paso Robles’ diversity task force. Established specifically for Paso Robles High School students who said they had experienced racism and microaggression on campus, López said the committee surveyed teachers about racism on campus and created a video in which students of color talked about those experiences and how it impacted them.
Immigrants, the nationwide protest and boycott to demonstrate the importance of immigration and protest former President Donald Trump’s plans to build a border wall and potentially deport millions of undocumented immigrants. Land said some community members called for the students who participated to be expelled, and he was investigated because students made protest signs in his classroom. “These are demographic growing pains that many communities experience. We like to believe that everyone is open, welcoming, empathetic, and wants to know their neighbors better, but that’s not always the case. We’ve seen that at the high school, which is just a microcosm of the community,” he said. He rewrote the curriculum at the board’s behest. Land said he believes the elected board sees itself as representing the community of Paso. Paso High junior Mel Gonzalez said that she doesn’t feel board members represent the student body or want to listen to students. Gonzalez played on the high school’s softball team with three other Mexican American students, and the rest of the girls were white. During practice, the team would listen to music, and the girls took turns choosing songs. Many were country music, and Gonalez’s teammate wanted to play cumbia—a Latin America music genre. “It didn’t have too many words in Spanish, cumbia is more instrumental, but one of my teammates said, ‘Oh, we’re in America. We should be speaking English, so I don’t think you should be playing that music,’ ” Gonzalez said. Stunned and annoyed, Gonzalez said she and her other Mexican teammates sat down with the girl and told her she really shouldn’t say things like that, especially to her friends. “Students are required to learn a foreign language, two years of a foreign language in high school. Not to mention Spanish is one of the top languages spoken in the world,” she said. Her former teammate demonstrated the same “close-mindedness,” Gonzalez said, that the board demonstrated on March 23. Gonzalez felt the board walked into the meeting with preconceived ideas without listening to what public commenters like herself had to say. Paso Robles Joint Unified School District Superintendent Curt Dubost told New Times that the board meeting, although awkward and difficult, was part of a healthy democratic process. “I remain Pollyannish perhaps about this,” he said. “But I hope what comes out of this is a broader consensus on not what everybody wanted—but a consensus that people can rally around.” Dubost believes the board didn’t overstep during that March meeting and applauds the teachers and students who rallied behind the course. He added that he supported the curriculum as it was constructed. New Times reached out to school board members, and trustee Chris Arend cited the Brown Act as a reason not to comment. He urged fellow board members to consider Brown Act implications before responding. ∆ Staff Writer Karen Garcia can be reached at kgarcia@newtimesslo.com.
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asa of Hope is a nonprofit in Santa Maria that’s dedicated to providing safe housing for survivors of sex trafficking, and Executive Director Ellen Torres understands the importance of this resource from personal experience. She survived sex trafficking in Santa Maria when she was a teenager. “When I was 16, my family moved here from Pennsylvania,” Torres said. “I had only been here about a month and a half, and I had traffickers that were following me to and from school every day.” According to the National Human Trafficking Hotline, California is one of the largest sites of human trafficking in the nation. The Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 defines sex trafficking as a commercial sex act that is “induced by force, fraud, of coercion, or in which the person induced to perform such act has not attained 18 years of age,” the hotline’s website states. Casa of Hope currently operates one safe house that can house up to six people at a time, and Torres said she accepts survivors regardless of the location they’re coming from. She hopes to open more shelters in the coming years. “We’d like to have a transitional house following this one, and then maybe something similar to independent-living style after that,” Torres said. “It takes a lot more than that to really instill behaviors and teach those new behaviors, and really provide opportunities to use those behaviors.” Torres said Casa of Hope is guided by the RED letter edition, which stands for revelation, education, and dedication. “One of the things that I’m seeing that’s missing from some of the other safe houses throughout California or their programs is really teaching about human trafficking and educating them,” Torres said. “You’ll have girls come in and they don’t even know that that’s what’s happened to them.” For Torres, revelation is about showing survivors the coercive, forceful, and fraudulent nature of the trafficking they’ve experienced. The education piece means giving safe house occupants the opportunity to finish their high school diploma, work toward a GED, or attend college. “This opportunity doesn’t come around all the time, that you have a place where you can stay, you don’t have to worry about anything, everything is provided for you,” Torres said. “So why not take advantage of that and advance your education?” Finally, the dedication aspect is about “committing and following through with your goals, whatever it is in life that you want to do,” Torres said. For San Luis Obispo County survivors, RISE SLO offers support and serves as a referral point to other resources. “That type of survivor historically has accessed our shelter resource,” RISE Associate Director Susan Lamont said. “[We] house them, just so that they’re safe and can get their feet under them, and then assist them to look for another organization that only specializes in sex trafficking [survivors].” All trauma is unique, Lamont said, and the trauma that sex trafficking survivors experience requires nuanced
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and specialized support. “There’s sometimes problems with integrating into a community living setting,” Lamont said. “There’s still a lot of very valid fear around strangers … and so it’s just this very, very high alert that they’re on.” Lamont said she appreciates local legislators like Assemblymember Jordan Cunningham for the work he does to combat human trafficking. Cunningham, who represents SLO County and Northern Santa Barbara County, has called the issue one of his top priorities and authored multiple pieces of antihuman-trafficking legislation. “I do think that it’s a problem everywhere, but I think that this particular area is a pretty high traffic area for it,” Casa of Hope Executive Director Torres said. “I want people to be educated in human trafficking so that they see the signs.”
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• Megan’s Organic Market on South Higuera Street in San Luis Obispo is gearing up for the annual 4/20 cannabis celebration featuring deals, food, and music. Owner of the dispensary Megan Souza said the elusive Benny’s Pizza will be making an appearance on April 19, and on April 20, Taqueria 805’s food truck and SLO Donut Company will be serving up some special treats. On 4/20 the dispensary will hand out swag bags for the first 300 customers and will have plenty of deals on cannabis products for everyone. ∆ Staff Writer Malea Martin from New Times’ sister paper wrote this week’s Strokes. Send tips to strokes@newtimesslo.com.
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The blatant and misleading political hit published in this paper last week deserves response (“Something to remember,” April 8). (The letter writer, it should be noted, is the chair of the San Luis Obispo Democratic Party, and perhaps let partisan bias seep into a false narrative.) Since day one, our office has taken the COVID-19 pandemic seriously, and worked tirelessly to mitigate the impacts it has had on our health, businesses, mental health, and children. I am proud of the work we’ve done to help Central Coast residents deal with COVID over the past year. Here are some of the facts: • Since the beginning of the pandemic, our office has helped thousands of local residents secure their unemployment benefits through the broken Employment Development Department. • At the earliest stages of the pandemic, we were able to find critical medical supplies, including ventilators and elastic bands for masks, assisting our local logistics and supply experts. • Over the course of the past year, we’ve worked tirelessly with local, state, and federal elected leaders from both sides of the aisle to fight for additional resources like testing capacity and vaccine supply. However, I have not shied away from standing up on behalf of our community when illogical public health edicts are dictated from Sacramento. That is an important part of my job as this community’s representative in the legislative branch. For example, we spoke forcefully against the governor’s initial decision to close beaches statewide over the summer. We spoke forcefully against the governor’s unscientific decision to close outdoor dining, as well as when he linked San Luis Obispo County with Southern California counties in December for a shutdown order.
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We spoke forcefully when schools remained closed to in-person instruction, months after the CDC said it was safe to get kids back into class. We spoke forcefully when the state failed to allow youth sports to resume safely, even after more than 40 other states had allowed it. Fortunately, we do not live in an authoritarian society where we are expected to unquestioningly comply with directives from a central authority. As Americans, we have the freedom—and the obligation—to speak up, to question authority, and to insist that government mandates be backed by actual science and in accord with fundamental constitutional rights. That is an indispensable component of a healthy democracy and the best way to make sound public policy. Jordan Cunningham Assembly member San Luis Obispo
Recognition of effort and improvement isn’t all bad
I agree with some, but not all, of the sentiments expressed by John Donegan in “Participation trophies” (April 8). I don’t like the idea of mindlessly handing out trophies to one and all. On the other hand, I recall that when my oldest son was 9 years old and played an entire season of Little League baseball without winning a single game, the coach got all the kids and parents together for an end of year pizza party and handed out cheap little trophies to every kid. He managed to find something positive to say about every kid. The kids had worked reasonably hard with little to show for it, and my take then and now was that the little award ceremony showed them that their efforts and accomplishments were significant and noticed, even though they may not have shown up on the scoreboard.
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When my son was 12, the team, with many of the same players, won their league championship. Was it because of the award ceremony (which was repeated every year)? Probably not, but who knows? In any case, I loved it. I would have been fine without the trophies, but I liked the recognition of effort and improvement. Certainly, I would not want to be treated by a doctor who failed his classes, but this seems like a straw man, since nobody is suggesting this kind approach. I get the argument that maybe too much importance is attached to “self-esteem” at times, but that doesn’t mean that kids who struggle should be kicked to the curb. When I was growing up, not everybody made the team, even in recreational leagues. Kids who were small, unathletic, or inexperienced often got no chance to play on organized teams. Today, any kid who is willing to try can usually find a place to play and learn. I can relate to Donegan regarding his guitar. I have been playing for years without the benefit of a lot of talent, but I enjoy it, and I plan to keep doing it. Every now and then I find a willing (or maybe just polite) listener and/or somebody else to play with, both of which add to my enjoyment. I also play golf badly, and thanks to the handicap system, I occasionally win. At this point I don’t need any trophies, but for 9-year-old kids, maybe they help to motivate them to keep trying. If so, I’m good with that. Bob Dignan SLO
Roosters on steroids
Imagine that a new neighbor moves in with an obnoxious rooster that crows night and day without stop. Now imagine that your neighbor moves in with 40 obnoxious roosters with the intent to breed more of them. Well folks, it turns out there is an
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Letters animal louder than a rooster and it’s called a gibbon. It’s an ape that looks like a small monkey. They are the loudest animals on planet Earth! They greet the sun each day and begin to howl. This continues throughout the day and night. Gibbons earned the designation of the loudest animal on the planet for good reason: Their communication takes place at 100 decibels, far exceeding the SLO County rural sound ordinances of 64 decibels. These animals are like roosters on steroids. The sound of their call can travel 2 miles or more, which would affect an area of 12.5 square miles. Given how sound travels through our canyons and valleys, I would predict that an even larger area will be affected. This species is not native to our area. They are sensitive and require a tropical climate. In an attempt to re-create this, the caretakers must provide constant misting throughout the scorching summer months (described as one of the downfalls of their existing location, see their website for relocation funds). The well on the proposed location on Parkhill Road in Santa Margarita has always underperformed and will likely drain this precious resource from surrounding properties connected by a common aquifer. These creatures need access to the forest canopy. Gibbons have the ability to leap 50 feet in the air. Their caretakers currently house them in 20- to 25-foot high chain-link cages with random tree branches and logs for them to swing and perch on. The enclosures are essentially glorified bird cages (see YouTube videos of the Gibbon Center). Gibbons live for 40 to 50 years in captivity. When bred in captivity as these animals are, they can never be released in the wild. They deserve a proper habitat in an official zoo and should not be bred for use in an exotic animal roadside attraction. Laura Hobbs Santa Margarita
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he modern filibuster is the greatest impediment to progress our nation faces. Rooted in decades of racism, the filibuster is a longstanding tool of white supremacy that has been perverted and abused to uphold systems of oppression. Today, without stepping foot into the Senate, a single senator can write an email stating they intend to filibuster and hold up critical legislation supported by the majority of the American people, just by hitting send. As a kid, I remember learning about the filibuster in public school as teachers taught the basics of civics and how legislation is passed. My grade school understanding went something like this: When one powerful person does not like the direction of progress, he stands up and talks for hours on end to bring it all to a screeching halt. I’m guessing you were taught something similar. It wasn’t until recently I came to understand the deep roots of oppression that drive the detrimental use of the filibuster. As a surprise to no one, our grade school lessons left out the central organizing principle: racism. As it turns out, filibusters are much more than impassioned speeches. They are a deliberate way to suppress progress. The filibuster, which is not a part of the Constitution, first came into practice in the mid-19th century. With a system of government functioning as the Founding Fathers intended, there was one issue before the Senate that pulled at the heartstrings of the white male leadership so deeply, that the filibuster emerged: The abolition of slavery. Just as there was a shift in public opinion regarding slavery in the United States and the abolitionist movement gained steam, John Calhoun a senator from the South, adamantly defended slave owners and the interests of white Southerners. Calhoun so loved slavery that he often argued it was “a positive good” for slaves themselves and began to stymie all legislation that challenged the institution of slavery. And so the filibuster was born as a tool to block any sign of progress for Black America. For 87 years, as the United States fought for freedom, civil rights bills that came before Congress were met with the obstructionist fury of the Southern filibuster, which was used to impede every path to progress and prevent the federal government from intervening in racial segregation. During those years, it was the only category of legislation in which the filibuster was used to actively thwart bills. And there we learned that a racist senator can speak for hours on end to keep a Black woman from riding the bus. For many years, the filibuster was an extraordinary action only used on specific issues, and it wasn’t until more recently with an increasingly polarized divide between parties that the use of the filibuster became the new normal. America’s first Black president, Barack Obama, met more filibusters aimed to thwart his legislation than in the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s combined. Today, any senator who objects to a bill has the power to completely derail its progression through the filibuster. Instead of needing a simple majority of 51 votes, the filibuster creates a need for at least 60 votes to pass almost every single piece of legislation. This
empowers the minority to block the will of voters and the American public. Even if one party holds the House, the Senate, and the White House, the will of the American majority who elected them can’t move forward with the filibuster in place. This is an undemocratic process that our broken democracy continues to uphold. What we have now is a system that no longer works, one where democracy struggles to function, and progress has been rendered nearly impossible. The United States faces major crises demanding urgent legislation on universal health care, climate change, criminal justice, and immigration reforms, housing affordability, living wage, the growing child care crisis, and critical democracy reforms. Today, the filibuster’s racist structure is rearing its ugly head once again as Republicans aim to use it to dismantle the voting rights of millions of Black Americans. Republicans across the country, including right here in San Luis Obispo County, are hard at work to oppress the vote. Republicans are aiming to use their power to make it more difficult to vote, as well as redraw congressional maps in their favor in the 2021 redistricting process, a desperate move to manipulate electoral outcomes heading into the 2022 midterm elections and for years to come. Landmark legislation like the For the People Act (H.R.1/S.1) and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act would bring about the most sweeping reform of our electoral laws since the Voting Rights Act of 1965. If passed, the For the People Act would implement nonpartisan redistricting commissions, end gerrymandering, expand voting rights, and enact campaign finance reform, giving us our best shot at meeting these systemic challenges and creating an inclusive path forward. But with the filibuster in play, such legislation will never pass with the narrow majority held by the Democratic Senate. These reforms are not radical. Expanding voting rights benefits everyone and would allow America to build the practical, inclusive democracy that the filibuster has kept us from. If America is to be a democracy at all and a place that works for the people, the filibuster must go. ∆ 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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ndoctrinated students, white kids in danger, and someone else pulling the strings. It sounds like a rally for Donald Trump’s next run at emperor in chief, doesn’t it? Sorry to disappoint all you lovers and haters out there, but you’ll need to turn your attention to the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District, the most controversial and apparently, paranoid, conspiracy-believing school board in SLO County! At an April 13 meeting, board members expressed those concerns about a proposed elective course designed by a high school teacher who’s taught at the district for more than 20 years. Yes, an elective! A choice. Not a requirement. But, but, it’s a course in—and here’s a trigger warning for all you über conservatives out there—ethnic studies. Gasp! Can I get a round of slow claps for the majority white school board elected by the Paso community and their inability to get away from sounding more than just a little—dare I say—racist? Oh whoops, I mean, aggressively against public education about non-white groups and their history in the American story if it makes white people look, you know, bad. It needs to be more “balanced,” several board members argued in two separate meetings, and incorporate the white perspective. So, what about all of the other classes taught at Paso Robles High School? Do they need to be
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The Shredder She even accused the 22-year-veteran social studies teacher who created the curriculum—Geoffrey Land—of not actually developing the course. It must have come from Cal Poly, she surmised. It’s the only thing that makes sense! Fellow board buddy and higher education hater Jim Reed also said “somebody else had some hand in” the course’s creation. “Somebody has decided what ethnicities are more disadvantaged, or, you know, have a better story,” he said. “And to me, this is kind of, it’s dividing ethnicities up rather than celebrating them.” Well, Jimmy, I’ve got to say, policy, data, history, and population sizes really speak for themselves when it comes to deciding what ethnicities America has divided up. We interned Japanese Americans during World War II, for example. Oh, and those were American citizens, too! We enslaved African Americans for hundreds of years. We murdered Native American tribes because we wanted their land. We took a giant swath of land from Mexico in a war and have argued over Mexican American border policies for more than 30 years. You know, little things. Meanwhile, board member Lance Gannon is extremely concerned about student safety, saying “right now there were probably students at the high school that are scared to even say anything against this course for the reprisals that they will get.” Oh. OK. Kind of like the pushback the board got after its March 23 meeting on the ethnic studies course, where members expressed
their initial concerns about the course being a little too ethnic. “Students who elect to take this class are going to look at the white students differently,” Gannon said at the March meeting. I got news for you, Gannon—the students who elect to take this class have already had experiences that cause them to look at certain white students “differently.” They’re the same students who some people demanded get expelled for protesting on their lunch break. The craziest part about the whole conversation is that Paso High School taught an ethnic studies course at least two different times in the past, starting in the 1990s. Meanwhile, board member Chris Arend—yeah, the guy who wrote that opinion piece about how systemic racism is a myth without a trace of irony—was just exasperated with all these people speaking Spanish in their public comments! I guess since he doesn’t speak Spanish, he doesn’t realize that the Paso School District’s Spanish translation of the board meetings is barely audible—a big problem for the majority Latino district with almost 1,500 students classified as English language learners. But he did say: “I’m convinced it’s not going to be a course indoctrinating students to dislike folks of other races or anything like that.” ∆ The Shredder is convinced the board is indoctrinated. Send comments to shredder@newtimesslo.com.
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The San Luis Coastal Adult School began offering a new program of virtual fitness classes in mid-April, which includes a variety of weekly courses held every Monday through Thursday. Classes include gentle yoga, qi gong, total body conditioning, strength training, advanced strength training, and more. Call (805) 549-1222 or visit slcusd.org to register or for more info. —Caleb Wiseblood PHOTO COURTESY OF THE SAN LUIS COASTAL ADULT SCHOOL
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ARCHITECTURE OF LIGHT: VIRTUAL WORKSHOP The Morro Bay Art Association is proud to present world renowned artist and author, Thomas W. Schaller, for a virtual watercolor workshop, via Zoom. April 16-18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $250-$310. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-772-2504.
BROKEN NATURE This exhibit celebrates artistic expression in all media, including textile, encaustic, mixed media, oil, watercolor, acrylic, and photography. In celebration of Earth Day. Mondays, ThursdaysSundays, 12-4 p.m. through May 24 Free. 805-7722504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. DOUBLE WIRE WRAP SEA GLASS JEWELRY Create in the comfort of your home with this kit featuring local sea glass and a step-by-step instructions sheet to guide you to a successful, fun project. Learn basic wire wrapping techniques. April 24, 11 a.m.-noon $40. 805286-5993. creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE PRESENTS WATERCOLOR PAINTINGS BY SHERIL VIAU Sheril Viau’s vibrant, detailed, uplifting watercolors are inspired by her many travels. She paints a wide variety of subjects, including flowers, boats, harbors, landscapes and architecture. She grew up in Morro Bay and currently resides with her family in Nipomo. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through April 29 Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.
MINI MOSAICS (CURBSIDE PICK-UP) Create in the comfort and safety of your home with a Creative Me Time kit guided by a how-to video and instruction sheet. Choose from several projects.Great for beginners. April 18, 10-11 a.m. Various. 805-286-5993. CreativeMeTime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
MOSAICS FOR BEGINNERS Create in the comfort and safety of your home guided by a how-to video. Choose from several projects to make your heart sing while learning mosaic basics to complete your project. Date listed is for curbside kit pickup. Preregistration is required. April 17, 10-11 a.m. Various. 805-286-5993. creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
SEA GLASS WIRE WRAP JEWELRY Learn basic wire
wrapping to create a lovely necklace and two pierced earrings. Date shown is for curbside kit pickup. Create in the comfort of your home with a kit and how-to video. Local sea glass is provided. Preregistration required. April 24, 10-11 a.m. $35. 805-286-5993. creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
TANGLED LINES: PEN AND INK DRAWINGS BY DEBBIE GEDAYLOO AND STEVIE CHUN Artists Debbie Gedayloo and Stevie Chun have come together to showcase their pen and ink drawings. Both artists work with different techniques and line intensity, patterns, and ink strokes. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays-Sundays. through April 29 Free. 805-7721068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.
TEMPERED GLASS MOSAICS Create in the comfort and safety of your home guided by a how-to video. This kit begins with a chat with the instructor to select your colors, theme, and personal items you’d like to include. You’ll receive photos of chosen supplies and layout. Preregistation required. April 17, 11 a.m.-noon $75. 805-286-5993. creativemetime.com. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
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CALIFORNIA-AESTHETIC-3D A celebration of the California spirit though sculpture. CA3D features work created with elements of wood, stone, metal and glass. Sculptors include Carl Berney, Peter Charles, Mecki Heussen, George Jercich, Larry Le Brane, Ron Roundy, and Ken Wilbanks. Mondays, WednesdaysSundays, noon through May 3 Free. 805-238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/californiaaesthetic3d/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles. FUSED GLASS SUSHI SET Perfect serving set to impress your guests or give as a gift. Create a rectangular sushi plate with two matching square dipping bowls, and two chopstick holders. All materials included. Limited
to 6 people. Masks required. April 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $200. 805-464-2633. glassheadstudio.com. Glasshead Studio, 8793 Plata Lane, Suite H, Atascadero.
MOSAIC MINIS Create a fun mini masterpiece while learning mosaic basics. Kit includes everything needed to make a square mosaic in a heart or flower design. Kit also comes with an instruction sheet and link to a how-to video to guide you while creating at home. April 19, 6-7 p.m. $25. 805-286-5993. CreativeMeTime.com. Paso Robles Recreation Center, 600 Nickerson Dr., Paso Robles. PORTRAITS IN NATURE View the unique and inspiring work of local Central Coast artists in oil, pastel, watercolor, photography, sculpture and glass in the Paso Robles Art Association Gallery. Through April 28 Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, 805-238-9800, studiosonthepark.org. 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, 805-238-9800.
WINGS OF CHANGE: VETERANS’ VOICES 4 ART EXHIBITION An outdoor butterfl y sculpture garden. Through June 30 310-621-7543. Deprise Brescia Art Gallery, 829 10th St., Paso Robles.
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ACT THEATRE CLASSES ACT classes stretch the imagination, encourage teamwork and collaboration, and help children to develop listening and speaking skills, all while promoting creative self-expression and self-esteem. Classes are socially-distant and follow COVID-19 safety protocols. (Multiple classes designed for ages 5-18). Mondays-Thursdays, 3:30-6 p.m. through May 14 $150-$400. 805-781-3889. slorep.org/ education/act-after-school-classes/. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.
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‘big’. Check blog for more information. Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays, 12-4 p.m. through April 28 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.com/another-art-contest-atart-central/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
ART EXHIBIT: NOWHERE TO LAND An exhibit featuring local artist and Cal Poly Professor Antonio F. Garcia. Enjoy his unique exploration of mediums and concepts. Please stop by Art Central’s gallery during store hours to view this exhibit. Mondays-Sundays. through May 3 Free. 805-7474200. artcentralslo.com/portfolio/nowhere-to-land/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
CALL FOR ARTISTS: ART CENTRAL’S VIRTUAL GALLERY Most Fridays, Art Central publishes a “Virtual Gallery” and is looking for more artwork to include. Please email us your artwork so we can continue to encourage, support, and inspire the local art community. Attach your image, name, title, medium, size and any inspiring words you would like to share. Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. through May 28 Free. 805-7474200. artcentralslo.wordpress.com/blog/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE ARTS VIRTUAL GALLERY: VINEYARD CHURCH PAINTERS A new virtual group show titled ‘It’s About Time.’ If interested in submitting work, view site for requirements (deadline to submit is March 4). Through April 25 Free. 805-4347060. gallery@cambriacenterforthearts.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
COLLEEN GNOS: OPEN STUDIOS ARTIST Call or email for private tours of Gnos Art Studio. ongoing 805441-8277. gnosart.com/store. Private home, Private address, TBA. FINDING SPACES Finding Spaces is a group exhibition of artists’ works, exploring a variety of paint mediums. This exhibition is hosted by SLOMA in partnership with The Painters Group and was guest curated by Laura-Susan Thomas. Through May 30, noon sloma.org/exhibition/ finding-spaces/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. FLOOR PLAN: A VIRTUAL DANCE CONCERT Presented by the Orchesis Dance Company. Available to stream through the end of Cal Poly’s academic year. Through June 1 theatredance.calpoly.edu. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
HELP ART CENTRAL FEED SLO: DONATE TODAY Art Central has come up with a way to both raise funds for our local food pantries and get art supplies into the hands of children from disadvantaged families. Click the link in this post to learn more and donate. Through April 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10. 805-747-4200. artcentralartsupply.com/art-central-donation.php. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
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THE INTERMISSION SHOW This brisk 8- to 10-minute show is set up like a socially distanced talk show with SLO Rep’s Managing Artistic Director Kevin Harris at the helm, clad in a tacky suit and tie with a faux alcoholic drink nearby. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 3 p.m. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-786-2440, slorep.org/.
LABORATORY SERIES VIV The ninth segment of the Laboratory Series, a conversation series with Black-identified artists in collaboration with R.A.C.E. Matters SLO. Artist TBD. Subject to change. Please subscribe to the Miossi Gallery newsletter for the most up-to-date information. April 23, 5-6 p.m. cuesta.edu/student/campuslife/artgallery. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
watch movies in advance). Contact Melissa at meliss. crist@gmail.com to be added to the email list and receive the link. Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-440-9461. unity5cities.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
VIRTUAL ART GALLERY Every Friday, we publish our Virtual Art Gallery to our blog and newsletter. Featuring artworks from customers and the community. Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.wordpress. com/category/gallery-exhibits/virtual-gallery/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo. VIRTUAL OPEN STUDIOS ART TOUR Visit ARTS Obispo’s Facebook page to view works from several local artists and artisans. ongoing Free. facebook.com/ artsobispo. Downtown SLO, Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo.
VIRTUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION This year, the
Pastel artist Linda Weinberg-Hammer will have her works on display. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please contact the artist directly. ongoing 913-522-9457. Jamaica You, 1998 Santa Barbara Ave., San Luis Obispo.
Cuesta College Harold J Miossi Student Exhibition went online. View student work, including the Salon des Refuses, on the website. Mondays-Sundays hjmgallery2020studentshow.org/. Harold J. Miossi Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, 805-546-3202.
NEVER STOP CREATING: STUDENT FILM AND DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS COMPETITION An
WE ALL BLEED: PHOTOGRAPHY OF PROTEST BY RICHARD FUSILLO An exhibition of photography
LINDA WEINBERG-HAMMER: PASTEL EXHIBIT
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, 805-9228313, pcpa.org.
WINE AND DESIGN VIRTUAL CLASSES Check Wine and Design’s Orcutt website for the complete list of virtual classes online, for various ages. Also offering kids camps for summer. ongoing Varies. wineanddesign.com/orcutt. Wine and Design, 3420 Orcutt Road, suite 105, Orcutt.
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. WOVEN NARRATIVES (VIRTUAL EXHIBITION) A virtual exhibit of artist Michael F. Rohde’s abstract tapestry work, weaving human connections and modern relevance. Through May 1, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. 805-694-8894. hancockcollege.edu/gallery. Ann Foxworthy Gallery, 800 S. College Dr., Santa Maria.
opportunity to celebrate Central Coast students who found safe ways to continue creating throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The challenge covers film, digital media arts, screenplay writing, and podcasting. Through April 15 Free. 805-668-4828. centralcoastfilmsociety. org/never-stop-creating-challenge.html. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
and media surrounding the Black Lives Matter protests in SLO. Hosted in collaboration with R.A.C.E. Matters SLO. Through May 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibition/we-all-bleed/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
SHELTER: AN AUDIO PLAY An experimental theatrical experience available to stream through the end of Cal Poly’s academic year. Through June 1 theatredance. calpoly.edu. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
MUSIC LESSONS AT COELHO Call or go online for the
A MIGHTY OAK: PERMANENT EXHIBIT ONLINE Depicts the habitat around a Valley oak–
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.
one of the largest and old trees found in our area. View the artwork online. ongoing Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.
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.
SB COUNTY AND BEYOND Photographic
PCPA READS AT HOME A literacy project that uses
View the exhibit online. Features photography by 29 Solvang School Yearbook and Media students. The students, grades 7 – 8, were inspired by philosopher Henry David Thoreau’s quote: “All good things are wild and free.” ongoing Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.
SLO REP: THE INTERMISSION SHOW Even though SLO REP’s stage is dark, enjoy a dose of SLO REP behindthe-scenes fun every Friday until the theater opens its doors to the public again. Fridays, 3-3:30 p.m. through April 30 Free. 805-781-3889. slorep.org/shows/theintermission-show/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
SLOMA: A DIGITAL ART SALON (VIRTUAL) This digital exhibition features diverse artworks created by contemporary California digital artists. Juror selections were made by artist Michelle Robinson. Through May 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibition/adigital-art-salon/. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. SPIRITUAL MOVIE DISCUSSION (VIRTUAL) Supported by Unity 5 Cities, this weekly virtual group discusses popular movies with spiritual themes (please
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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.
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landscapes by George Rose. View online. ongoing Free. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082, wildlingmuseum.org.
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Creative Me Time hosts a pick-up date for one of its latest take-home projects, Mosaic Minis, at the Paso Robles Recreation Center on Monday, April 19, from 6 to 7 p.m. Participants will be able to create their own flower-themed or heart-themed mosaic. The kit costs $25, which includes all materials needed. Call (805) 2865993 or visit creativemetime.com for more info. The Paso Robles Recreation Center is located at 600 Nickerson Drive, Paso Robles. —C.W.
SOLVANG SCHOOL: INSPIRED BY NATURE Strasburg’s illuminated paper-cut silhouette series, Wintering: A Fox Tale, is one of two new window installations, easily viewable from outside the Wildling Museum. Through June 20 wildlingmuseum.org. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, 805-688-1082.
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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE
MID-STATE FAIR MARKET The Paso Robles Event Center is pleased to announce the Mid-State Fair Market, a monthly one-day shopping experience to find antiques, new and used items, plus handmade items from local artisans and crafters. Featuring free admission and parking. April 16, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. midstatefair.com. Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles, 805-239-0655.
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BEGINNER BALLET FOR TEENS Beginner Ballet for Teens with Bridget (registration required call or text for info). Mondays, 3:45-4:45 p.m. through May 17 $18. 805215-4565. Omni Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.
APRIL 15 – APRIL 22 2021
12-week program. Shed those extra pounds and learn which foods work with your unique body. ongoing, 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Call for price and schedule. 805-235-7978. gratefulbodyhealthcoaching.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. (registration required, call or text for info). Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. through May 21 $18. 805-215-4565. Omni Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.
TAI CHI AND QI GONG: ZEN IN MOTION Small group classes with 2019 Tai Chi Instructor of the Year. Call for time and days. Learn the Shaolin Water Style and 5 Animals Qi Gong. Beginners welcomed. Mondays, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Call for price details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
TAI CHI CHUN CERTIFICATION With the 2019 Tai Chi Instructor of the year. Ongoing courses. ongoing Call for price. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. TAI CHI CHUN/ QI GONG BASICS Learn the foundation of Qi Gong, the rooting of breathing, and Shaolin Tai Chi. Tuesdays-Thursdays Call for details. 805701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
ZEN IN MOTION Learn the Shaolin Water Style and other deep breathing and moving meditation techniques with the 2019 Taijiquan Instructor of the Year. Beginners Welcome.Instructor Certification Courses available. Mondays, Wednesdays Call for details. 805-701-7397. charvetmartialarts.com. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
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NAR-ANON: FRIDAY MEETINGS A meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-221-5523. North County Connection, 8600 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero.
NAR-ANON: TUESDAY MEETINGS Nar-Anon is a support group for those who are affected by someone else’s addiction. Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. naranoncentralca. org/meetings/meeting-list/. The Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 805-221-5523. OPEN AIR VINEYARD YOGA Intentionally carve out time for quiet, movement, and a little self pampering in the open air of the vineyard with Yogi Chelcy Westphal Johnson, of Mindful Movement Collective. Fridays, 9:3010:30 a.m. $28-$150. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805.239.1730. PASO, HERE WE COME Redwings Horse Sanctuary is making their permanent home on Union Road in Paso Robles. Donate to its $1 million fundraising campaign. Redwings offers public tours, volunteering with the horses, and a foster to adopt program. ongoing Redwings Horse Sanctuary, Union Road, Paso Robles, 831-386-0135, RedwingsHorseSanctuary.org. SAN LUIS OBISPO
THE ART OF MEDITATION Learn to meditate and/ or deepen your practice with Zoom meditation sessions that can take you easily into a space both necessary and sustainable. Emai info@theartofsilence.net. Sundays, 6-7 p.m. Donation. theartofsilence.net. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
AUTHOR IBRAM X. KENDI: HOW TO BE AN ANTIRACIST In collaboration with CSU Chico’s Book in Common program, the County of San Luis Obispo Public Libraries, and additional community partners, host a virtual conversation with author Ibram X. Kendi. April 21, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. sforce.co/3m0OHHs. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
BEAUTY: THE INVISIBLE EMBRACE A conversation based on John O’Donohue’s book, on rediscovering the true source of compassion, serenity and hope. Tuesdays, 10:15-11:30 a.m. through May 25 Free. 805-528-0654. stbenslososos.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
CAL POLY BASEBALL VS UC IRVINE Cal Poly Baseball take on UC Irvine in a Big West Conference doubleheader at Baggett Stadium. April 16, 5 p.m., April 17, 1 p.m. and April 18, 1 p.m. 805-756-4849. gopoly. com/. Baggett Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. COMPLIMENTARY OUTDOOR YOGA CLASSES Hotel San Luis Obispo, Piazza Hospitality’s first property on California’s scenic Central Coast, is now offering complimentary outdoor yoga classes on its rooftop terrace. Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays, 8 a.m.-noon $10-
SEVENTH ANNUAL BREW AT THE ZOO Tickets include a commemorative
beer glass, craft beer, distilleries, wine, cider tasting, and live music. Must be 21 years old or over. April 24, 5:30-9 p.m. Presale $38; $43 at the door. visitatascadero.com. Charles Paddock Zoo, 9100 Morro Rd., Atascadero.
CENTRAL COAST SUMMER SLIM DOWN A
KIDS BALLET Kids Ballet (ages 3-5) with Bridget
Winery, 740 Pine St, Paso Robles.
TAPAS ON THE HILL Kick off your weekend on our
TEACH THE WORLD TO SING
The Earthcare team at St. Benedict’s Episcopal Church in Los Osos presents a virtual workshop, Sacred Ground: What We Can Do for Healthy Soils and a Healthy Planet, on Thursday, April 22, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., via Zoom. This free webinar will include discussions on climate solutions and other topics. Call (805) 528-0654 or visit stbenslososos.org to find out more. —C.W. $15 donation suggested. 805-235-0700. hotel-slo.com. Hotel San Luis Obispo, 877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.
COMPLIMENTARY SHOWERS WITH SHOWER THE PEOPLE After a short hiatus, the San Luis Obispo Library will once again be partnering with local non-profit organization, Shower the People. The shower trailer will be located between the library and parking structure. Toiletries provided. Sundays, 1-3 p.m. Free. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.
METABOLIC CONDITIONING We use primarily our own body weight in this interval training class to run through exercises and drills to raise the heart rate, condition our muscles, and stay flexible. This advanced class also incorporates hand weights and sand bags, if you have them. Mondays-Thursdays, 8:15-9:15 a.m. $72. 415-5165214. ae.slcusd.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
ONLINE FITNESS CLASSES THROUGH THE ADULT SCHOOL Lifelong fitness classes are offered online through the Adult School. Visit site for more information and to register. Mondays-Thursdays. through June 3 805-549-1222. slcusd.asapconnected.com. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
PARENT PARTICIPATION AND PARENT EDUCATION CLASSES ONLINE (THROUGH SAN LUIS COASTAL ADULT SCHOOL) Find support and connect with others in weekly online parenting classes. Learn about the developmental stage of your child, participate in teacher-facilitated discussions on parenting topics, explore local resources, and safely enjoy the company of other parents. Mondays-Thursdays. through May 28 $10-$30. 805-549-1253. slcusd.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
PARENTING THE INFANT, BABY AND ME YOGA, AND PREPARING FOR THE POSTPARTUM PERIOD (ONLINE) Meet other parents and form connections that last a lifetime in Parent Participation’s infant classes (ages 0 to 12 months). Learn from the comfort and safety of your own home. Expecting parents welcome. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays. through May 28 $10-$46. 805-549-1253. slcusd.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
RESTORING NATIVE HABITAT: EXAMPLES FROM CALIFORNIA’S CENTRAL COAST Celebrate Earth Day with the SLO Botanical Garden. Join California State Parks Environmental Scientist Jodi Isaacs for an online talk about restoring the natural habitat of two of our treasured, local state parks. April 24, 1-2 p.m. Suggested donation of $10 for public; $5 for SLOBG members. 805-541-1400. slobg.org/calendar. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
SACRED GROUND: WHAT WE CAN DO FOR HEALTHY SOILS AND A HEALTHY PLANET This ‘graceshop’ (as climate solutions from healthy soils come via the grace of creation) is offered by the volunteers on the Earthcare team at St. Benedict’s Episcopal Church and open to the whole community, near and far. April 22, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. 805-528-0654. stbenslososos.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
SLO NOONTIME TOASTMASTERS CLUB MEETINGS Want to improve speaking and leadership skills in a supportive and positive environment? During COVID, we are meeting virtually. Contact us to get a meeting link for info. Tuesdays, 12-1 p.m. Free. slonoontime.toastmastersclubs.org. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.
tours via Zoom of the famous Jack House of San Luis Obispo. Access to the house is extremely limited and this is your best opportunity to get the inside view. Thursdays, 2 p.m. $5 suggested. 805-543-0638. historycenterslo.org/jack-tour.html. Zoom, Online, Inquire for Zoom ID.
VOLUNTEER SOLAR INSTALLER WEBINAR WITH SUNWORK Learn the basics of installing rooftop solar energy systems by volunteering with SunWork. After completing the training, you are eligible to join us to install residential solar systems in our community. April 17, 9 a.m.-noon Free. 805-229-1250. sunwork.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
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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.
WAX AND WARES MUSIC AND STREET FAIR ON TRAFFIC WAY Enjoy music, food, vinyl records, and more. In the parking lot behind 5800 Block of Traffic Way, Atascadero. A COVID-19 conscious event. April 18, 8 a.m.-noon 805-464-2994. Traffic Records, 5850 Traffic Way, Atascadero.
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DALLIDET SPRING SOUP SAMPLER The Dallidet Gardens continue to grow some of the finest produce you’ll find. April 18, 12-2 p.m. $50. 805-543-0638. historycenterslo.org/soup. Dallidet Adobe and Gardens, 1185 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts more than 60
Beginner surf lessons for you, your zoomers, and your homeschoolers. All equipment provided with the $70 charge. Every other Monday-Sunday, 8:45-11 a.m. through April 30 $70. 805-489-8823. surfpismo.com. Pismo Beach Pier, West end of Pomeroy, Pismo Beach.
ARROYO GRANDE FARMERS MARKET Saturdays,
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.
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. 805-4816399. 5 Cities Swim School, 425 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, 5citiesswimschool.com.
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FOURTH ANNUAL FREE SHRED DAY Drive-up
drop off service. Call or visit site for more info. April 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. vividfm.com. Vivid Financial Management, 340 E Clark Ave., Orcutt.
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BRUNCH IN THE GARDEN Enjoy the Cambria sunshine, delicious brunch items, and good company in a beautiful garden. Non-alcoholic beverages are included with the menu prices and a full bar will be available for adult beverage purchases. Sundays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. through Aug. 29 805-927-4747. cambriapineslodge.com/ onsite. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria.
MORRO BAY FARMERS MARKET A delightful mix of local farm fresh products, baked goods, crafts, and more. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. 805-824-7383. Morro Bay Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Boulevard, Morro Bay, facebook.com/ MorroBayMainStreetFarmersMarket/.
WINEMAKER’S DINNER Enjoy a gourmet, five-course meal paired with Laetitia wines while enjoying the beautiful scenery of our garden. Reservations available. April 25, 5:30 p.m. $95. cambriapineslodge.com/ onsite. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200. NORTH SLO COU NT Y
ESTATE BEEF DINNER FT. NEW YORK Enjoy a
many nonprofits and small businesses need to explore options such as re-evaluating and streamlining their business models or consolidating operations with likeminded entities. This event will address these challenges and offer solutions. April 20, 12-1:30 p.m. $35 or free to Spokes 2020 members. spokesfornonprofits.org. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo.
tender and flavorful New York strip steak during this event, as part of an exclusive winemaker dinner series. April 16, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $112-$140. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805.239.1730.
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VIRTUAL WINE TASTING PACKAGES AT CASS WINERY Wine by the glass and bottles are also
LEARN TO SURF: BEGINNER SURF LESSONS
SPOKES SYMPOSIUM 2021 Due to current challenges,
VIRTUAL TOUR OF THE JACK HOUSE Public virtual
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.
LOCAL BITES EVENT Paso Food Co-op is starting a cooperative food store; come hear about it, become an owner-member. April 22, 4-7 p.m. Free. 805-727-3745. facebook.com/events/211900297359004. Cypher
vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 325 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.
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LIVE MUSIC WITH BOB THACKARA: COVERS AND ORIGINALS Enjoy a set of cover songs through the decades and a dash of original songs as well. April 15, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dockside Restaurant, 1245 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, 805-772-8100.
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BLUES AND BALLADS WITH STEVE KEY AND DORIAN MICHAEL Singer-songwriter Steve Key and guitar wizard Dorian Michael share the stage for an afternoon of ballads, blues, classic country, folk, and original numbers. Zachary James and Craig Louis Dingman will join for guest sets. April 24, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. stevekey.com/events. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.
CELLO BOB JOINS STEVE KEY FOR LIVE SHOW Singer-songwriter Steve Key and multi-instrumentalist Cello Bob will share the sculpture garden stage for an afternoon of live music. Ynana Rose will play a guest set. April 17, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. stevekey.com/ events. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.
TRAFFIC RECORD STORE THIRD ANNIVERSARY AND GRAND REOPENING Join in as we celebrate our third anniversary and grand reopening in our larger building. We will celebrate the occasion with music, sales, specials, and food. Bring your mask and come see our new home. April 17, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 805-464-2994. trafficrecordstore.com. Traffic Records, 5850 Traffic Way, Atascadero.
WINE DOWN WEDNESDAYS: VIRTUAL MUSIC SERIES Follow the venue’s Facebook page for a virtual series of music, wine tasting, and education. Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. Free. facebook.com/ vinaroblesamphitheatre/. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles, 805-286-3680.
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FREE BILINGUAL MUSIC CLASS FOR KIDS (VIRTUAL) Children will learn a number of concepts through singing, games, musical stories, and more in English and Spanish with singer/songwriter Nathalia. For ages 0 to 5. Register in advance for Zoom link. Email rajuretic@sbcglobal.net for details. Wednesdays, 10:3011:15 a.m. through April 21 Free. zoom.us. Online, See website, San Luis Obispo. ∆
Music
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BY GLEN STARKEY
Hollywood magic The Candlelight Strings release the ’30s-inspired instrumental album Ragtime Musicale
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iolinist Bette Byers spent decades in Hollywood playing music for countless films and TV shows, backing performers such as Nat King Cole, Elvis Presley, Billy Eckstine, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes, Tom Jones … the list would take up the whole page! She started her training at age 4, and by 18 she was a professional musician. Now in her mid80s, she “retired” to Santa Maria a few years ago, but MAKING VIDEO MAGIC The Candlelight Strings— like a true artist, she can’t (clockwise from left) Bette Byers, Christopher Reutinger, stop playing with her group Jeanne Shumway, and Mary Beth Rhodes-Woodruff—are shown recording videos of songs from Ragtime Musicale: The Candlelight Strings Music For Silent Films, available on cdbaby.com. or stop creating. Her new record is Ragtime Musicale: players at The Odd Fellows Hall in SLO Music For Silent Films, to record a few of the album’s tracks over available on cdbaby.com. a green screen to make music videos “to “We played behind the film festival’s put on TikTok or someplace,” Byers said silent film night a few years ago—Buster offhandedly. Keaton and Charlie Chaplin films—and Spry and diminutive, she’s a big I got all this music together,” Byers, also personality who’s seen a lot. When I asked a composer and arranger, explained. “I what would appear behind them in the had music leftover and thought, ‘Why not videos, she didn’t know, but watching “a make a ’30s album?’” string quartet sitting in a circle playing Inspired by the sounds of the ’30s and is boring,” she said flippantly. Byers is ’40s, the 12-song collection is absolutely unflappable—exactly how you’d hope an fantastic! The compositions are lively, octogenarian who spent a lifetime among and you can’t help imagining a black and Hollywood’s glitterati would be. white silent film playing out before you Even director Lui Segui wasn’t sure as you listen. The sparkling string work what he was going to put behind the is punctuated by comedic percussion by players, but everyone was dressed in Salvador Garza, who also plays violin on vaguely ’30s style, including three dancers a few tracks, and the songs are as fun as dressed like flappers. When the videos their names: “Inebriated on Stormy Seas,” “Pandemic Rag,” “Dancey Schromancy and are released, I’ll let you know. In the Schmaltzy,” “Fisticuffs, Snake Chase,” and meantime, head to cdbaby.com and check out this terrific new record. If you prefer a the final track, “Not Another Rag?!” physical CD, email stringrus@gmail.com. On April 12, Byers gathered her
Live music …
Morro Bay’s Dark Nectar Coffee Saloon (2940 Main St.) has a tripleheader of live music coming up this weekend, starting with Deuces Wild on Friday, April 16 (2 to 5 p.m.), playing ’60s and ’70s outlaw country covers and Americana. David Talmage plays on Saturday, April 17 (2 to 5 p.m.), offering originals and covers by John Prine, Paul Simon, Jimmy Buffet, and others. Honky-tonk, surf, psychrockers Murder Hornets play Sunday, April 18 (2 to 5 p.m.). SLO Brew Rock has Pacific Range playing on Friday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m. If you’re a fan of The Allman Brothers, Grateful Dead, or The Band, you’ll dig them. Truth About Seafood (TAS) plays Saturday, April 17, at 6:30 p.m. Do you like bitchin’ rock ’n’ roll played by dudes who wear headbands and shit? This is your band. “I guess they can host 60 people—10 percent of their 600 capacity—in the event center, spaced out seated, and the rest will party outside with the video/ audio production out there,” bassist Brad Daane explained. “The official rules they want to advertise are no dancing, you must stay seated, and masks on when not in your seat.” No dancing at a TAS show? Good luck! The Famous Jazz Artist Series is back for another round at The Harmony Café in Cambria this Sunday, April 18 (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; $20 admission and $10 minimum food or beverage order; reserve your spot at (805) 935-9007 or charlie@ talsanmusic.com). This week expect Brazilian jazz with Charlie (vibraphone) and Sandi (voice) Shoemake, Rich Severson (guitar), Dylan Johnson (bass), and Darrell Voss (percussion).
New music …
Husband-and-wife folk duo Bob and Wendy’s eight-month project to release a new single every month continues with single No. 2, “Pelicans Fly,” available now on YouTube. “During the lockdown, there were few safe places to go,” chief songwriter Wendy
Liepman said. “Some weekdays, Bob and I would go early to Shell Beach during low tide. While he surf-matted, I took long walks on empty beaches, watching the pelicans fly and the white sea foam spilling upon the shore.” Those moments inspired this imagistic song: “Pelicans fly over waves of alabaster/ Beach is empty everyone’s gone home/ Tide begins to rise I am walking slow then faster/ White chiffon and lace upon the foam/ Time out of time this time is mine/ Time to let troubles unwind/ Wind in my hair ocean air/ Open whatever I find.” I’m loving these gorgeous tunes, and there are six more to go before I can soak in the collection in its entirety. Sweet torture!
Return of Record Swap
It’s been a while since The SLO Record Swap offered a place for vinyl record fiends to indulged their addiction, but starting Sunday, April 18, from 8 a.m. till noon, it will be back every month on the third Sunday in the parking lot behind Traffic Records and The Raconteur Room. In case you didn’t hear, Traffic Records moved from its 400-square-foot shop to a new 1,700 square foot shop at 5850 Traffic Way in Atascadero, next to The Raconteur Room. It’s hosting its grand reopening the day before, on Saturday, April 17 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.). “The overarching goal here is to really show how vibrant and wonderful our Traffic Way business community is,” Traffic Records’ Manuel Barba said. “We have weathered the storm of 2020 and have emerged healthier and stronger than before. Our block is amazing. Atascadero is an open-container community, so one can legally enjoy libations and beverages on the sidewalk.” Block party, anyone? ∆ Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.
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Laboratory Series features D.C.-based installation artist Jessica Valoris
The Laboratory Series, an ongoing Black-identified artist showcase co-hosted by R.A.C.E. Matters SLO and the Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery, holds its next virtual program with special guest speaker Jessica Valoris, on Thursday, April 22, starting at 5 p.m., via Zoom. Admission to join the meeting is free, but preregistration is required. Inspired by Afrofuturism, metaphysics, and historical memory, Valoris creates installations that weave together sound, collage, painting, sculpture, and other media. Her interactive artworks are described as “immersive environments through which participants are invited to reconnect and conversate with personal and universal truths,” in press materials. Valoris’ installations have been featured in exhibitions in Washington, D.C., New York City, Austin, and other cities. Her most recent portrait series, Dope and Different, was showcased during Harvard University’s Black in Design Conference. Informed by her Black American and Jewish ancestry, Valoris reflects her multifaceted worldview through her eclectic portfolio, while using art as a catalyst for collective healing. To find out more about Valoris and her art, visit jessicavaloris.com. For more info on the Laboratory Series and details on how to register for the upcoming Zoom program, visit racemattersslo.org or email emma_saperstein@cuesta.edu.
Glasshead Studio hosts fused glass sushi set workshop
On Sunday, April 18, Glasshead Studio in Atascadero will host a fused glass sushi set workshop, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will create their own sushi plates with matching dipping bowls and chopstick holders. Masks are required during the class, which will be limited to six guests. Admission to the workshop is $200, which includes all materials needed. Call (805) 464-2633 or visit glassheadstudio.com for more details. Glasshead Studio is located at 8793 Plata Lane, suite H, Atascadero.
Grover Beach Community Library offers free books to children
The Grover Beach Community Library is hosting a special book sale on Saturday, May 1, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Social distancing policies will be followed during this free event. Book prices vary, but free children’s books will be offered while supplies last (one free book per child). A special $2 bag sale will start at 1:30 p.m. For more info on the event, call (805) 481-4131 or visit groverbeachlibrary.org. The library is located at 240 N. 9th St., Grover Beach. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood
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Organic materials flow into sculpted forms that are as personal to the artists as they are to the viewer in CaliforniaAesthic3D
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t’s difficult to explain exactly what California’s aesthetic is, but Paso Robles sculptor Ken Wilbanks said you’ll know it when you see it. “I just seems like there’s an artistic freedom here that isn’t really as restricted as some schools in some places,” Ken said. “It’s wide open. It’s not one look.” He explained that contemporary sculpture on the East Coast deals with a lot of hard lines, while art on the West Coast is a little more free form, a little softer, a little rounder. Rather than using material such as marble, many California sculptors instead rely on wood, glass, and steel or found objects. “Even though some of the pieces are quite linear, there seems to be something a lot more earth-centered about them,” Ken said. “We like to say California has a big heart.” The “we” in that statement includes his wife, Stephanie Wilbanks. Together, Ken and Stephanie present a 3D show at Studios on the Park through May 3. The couple invited several Central Coast sculptors to exhibit their work in CaliforniaAesthetic3D, including work from Mecki Heussen, George Jercich, Larry Le Brane, Ron Roundy, Carl Berney, Peter Charles, and Ken. “We already knew the work of these sculptors,” Stephanie said. “We didn’t even have to ask them. We already knew what they were going to bring.” The sculptures on display are as varied as the media, from Heussen’s Copper Maiden—a female bodice created with steel screws, nuts, copper, and cement—to Jercich’s Mouse Trap—a mouse trap crafted from metal and wood squishing a blown glass orb—and Ken’s All The Flavors—suspended soft serve ice cream sculpted from laminated birch plywood. Stephanie said that they were thinking about the classic philosophy of aesthetics in art when pulling the show together. “That the artist creates something of beauty and artistic value from their personal aesthetic. But the viewer sees it from their own lens of experience,” she said, “then judges its beauty, taste, and artistic value from their specific perspective.” For instance, I was drawn to Heussen’s sculptures, which are intricately detailed, bold pieces. The Cambria resident has an extensive list of credits to his name on IMDb for his special effects work, including The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe and Friday the 13th Part VII: the New Blood. Steel, carved plaster, acrylic, copper, and cement, Heussen’s pieces are evocative. Spread Love, Not Violence depicts a heart-shaped grenade in shades of green and red. “He finds a lot of metal objects on the beach and he puts them together,” Ken said. “When you walk up to it, it’s amazing the detail, and he welds each of those with a MIG welding process.” Ken said he was particularly drawn to Jercich’s Mouse Trap because he marvels at
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GLASS, METAL, WOOD George Jercich’s aptly named Mouse Trap is a piece that Paso Robles-based sculptor Ken Wilbanks said makes him marvel in wonder.
SCREWS, NUTS, COPPER, CEMENT Mecki Heussen’s Copper Maiden is part of the CaliforniaAesthetic3D exhibit at Studios on the Park through May.
On all sides
Through May 3, you can take in the full view of CaliforniaAesthetic3D at Studios on the Park, Sunday through Thursday from noon to 4 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from noon to 9 p.m. at 1130 Pine St. in Paso Robles. Or you can catch the sculptures by Carl Berney, Peter Charles, Mecki Jeussen, George Jercich, Larry Le Brane, Ron Roundy, and Ken Wilbanks anytime online at studiosonthepark.org.
how the artist was able to depict a squished globe of glass in a mouse trap. “It causes this visual tension,” he said. “The first time I ever saw it, it knocked me out.” Part of what makes art in California so unique, he said, is the way the state’s geography is. It’s diverse, beautiful, and inspirational. Plus, he added, the community on the Central Coast just embraces art, something that’s unique from other places the Wilbankses have lived. They moved to Paso Robles from Arizona about nine years ago to be closer to their children, who both went to school in the Bay Area. Ken sculpts with birchwood plywood, Stephanie with glass, and both got the chance to focus on their art full time once they moved to the area, almost immediately linking up with Studios on the Park to get involved in the community. Stephanie said they’ve always felt welcome and appreciate Studios’ desire to showcase a variety of shows and artists. Although it’s been somewhat hard to connect with that community of artists during the pandemic, Stephanie said it’s given everyone a chance to focus on their work. And, art sales have gone up as well. “They’re things that people fall in love with and want in their home, and I think that’s a cool sideline to the pandemic,” she said. “Unexpected things have happened.” ∆ Editor Camillia Lanham wants to take a heart home. Send artsy happenings to clanham@ newtimesslo.com.
LAMINATED BALTIC BIRCH An ode to Dairy Queen, Ken Wilbanks’ All The Flavors was sculpted from plywood that was glued together.
FUSED GLASS, TEACUPS, FOUND OBJECTS Goldilocks and other pieces by Larry Le Brane are on display at Studios on the Park with art from a handful of other Central Coast sculptors in CaliforniaAesthetic3D.
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Human nature W riter-director Neil Burger (The Illusionist, The Lucky Ones) helms this sci-fi adventure about a mission to reach a habitable planet 86 years away from Earth by spacecraft. Crewed by 30 young people, all conceived in a lab and raised in seclusion to mirror the lonely isolation of a multi-generational space journey with the idea that their grandchildren will fulfill the mission, they descend into paranoia and distrust 10 years into their voyage. Can they pull back from the brink of madness and save their species? (108 min.)
Glen Voyagers is essentially Lord of the Flies in space. What is our nature? Are we inherently altruistic and cooperative, or are we naturally tribal and violent? The film opens with the crew being raised in a facility that will mimic their long trip, which is being overseen by Richard (Colin Farrell), who deeply believes in the mission and sincerely wants to keep these young adults safe. As part of the mission protocol, however, the crew is administered “the blue,” a liquid designed to repress their sexuality and increase impulse control. Things start to go sideways when two of the young men—Christopher (Tye Sheridan) and Zac (Fionn Whitehead)—discover the truth and begin pouring the drug cocktail down the drain. Soon they grow more boisterous, competitive, and in Zac’s case, violent. As the rest of the crew also begins to refuse “the blue,” they split into tribes, and like the supposed “monster” in Lord of the Flies, there may be an alien entity on board. Obviously the story is derivative, but I was engaged throughout. It’s an interesting little potboiler that will appeal to adolescents. Anna If you’ve ever dealt with a snotty teenager who obviously knows everything about everything, you’ve probably experienced the constant feeling I had during this movie—the desire to drag them out by the ear and punch them right in their smug face. Zac is such a hateable jerk, and once he isn’t dulled down by “the blue,” his actions are downright horrible. The thing that keeps order in this world of budding adolescents is Richard and
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the protocols set in place by the system they were raised into. These kids never experienced the outdoors, were designed from the eggs MADNESS Zac (Fionn Whitehead, center), one of and sperm of the “best of the 30 crew members on an 86-year-long space voyage, best” back on Earth, and have goes power mad, splitting the crew into warring one purpose—to have kids tribes, in Voyagers, screening at Galaxy and Park. so their kids can have kids, and those kids will be able to crew in because they’re looking for an continue the species on another planet. authoritarian figure to rely on. As in Perhaps a noble life mission, but one that Lord of the Flies, a strong but malevolent is certainly tainted when free choice is leader can prod otherwise good people to removed. There’s Christopher, who starts do bad. The real tragedy of humanity is to notice the opposite sex and gets more how easily it’s led down the wrong path. competitive with his wrestling, but who Anna Depp is also good here, as mainly stays a good and altruistic being is Sheridan. The cast is solid, even even when chaos reigns. His counterpart, the unknowns, but the storyline is Zac, is anything but good, and bravo to predictable. It’s certainly worth a watch, Whitehead for embracing and becoming but I’d be happy paying matinee prices a character so incredibly irredeemable. for this one and not much more. Farrell He had me clicking my tongue, angeris his usual solid casting choice, but sighing, and straight-up shaking my head Richard’s storyline takes a backseat to at the screen. It’s very Lord of the Flies the adolescents he’s the ward of. His and never feels particularly original or role is to maintain order and ensure unpredictable, but I was certainly paying compliance, a challenge no doubt much attention to that screen from beginning easier when the kids were younger. to end. It’s surprisingly riveting. The “alien” is an interesting mystery Glen Whitehead is really good at playing too, something that seems to be both bad. His big break came in 2017 when a red herring and a danger. There’s Christopher Nolan cast him as Tommy, unidentifiable sounds, odd power glitches, the young soldier trying to get home in and happenings around the ship that are Dunkirk. Johnny Depp’s daughter, Lilyeasy to tie to an unseen enemy—one that Rose Depp, also appears as Sela, the Zac realizes he can use to incite fear and ship’s chief medical officer, over whom violence among his peers. It all comes to a Christopher and Zac clash. Other than head and things have to go really wonky Sheridan and Farrell, however, most of before they can get sorted out, but like I these actors are relative unknowns, but said, it’s pretty riveting. A dark theater they hold their own in this brisk and is the perfect place to catch a matinee of gripping story. It’s an age-old question: this claustrophobic thriller; it adds to the Are human beings inherently good or atmosphere and keeps you engaged. ∆ bad? And the film’s answer is both. Even Christopher struggles to overcome Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey and his impulses. Zac, on the other hand, freelancer Anna Starkey write Split is much more charismatic, and his Screen. Glen compiles streaming listings. cult of personality draws most of the Comment at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. PHOTO COURTESY OF CAMPFIRE AND FORBES ENTERTAINMENT
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ritten and directed by Jed Rothstein, the documentary examines the sixweek unraveling of a multi-billion-dollar overvalued company on the brink of an IPO that was supposed to save it. Wondery put out a podcast called WeCrashed: The Rise and Fall of WeWork last year, and that was my introduction to this wild ride of a story and the menace/genius behind it: Adam Neumann. Talk about thinking big—Neumann planned and executed a multi-billion-dollar business, and much like Icarus, flew too close to the sun and melted his own creation into the ground. What started as a concept of bringing the millennial generation into a group space that allowed for creatives to share, to vibe, to collaborate, and to co-habitate, turned into an incredible dumpster fire. It spread from the idea of shared workspaces to shared housing to an education system, with huge
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I CHARISMATIC D-BAG Adam Neumann, the co-founder of WeWork, managed to make and break his multi-billion-dollar start-up. cultlike gatherings of WeWorkers required to go to camp for the weekend and hear endless speeches followed by drinking the night away. Looking back on it, you can easily see how this overbearing dream could take such a turn toward failure, but at the time it was all hidden behind smoke and mirrors. Hulu’s new doc gives a glimpse at the inside workings with interviews from past employees, investors, business execs, and more to tease away the shiny coating WeWork had at its heyday and show the ugly workings that were really at the heart of it. (104 min.) —Anna
can’t believe this is a film that was almost never released. Directed by Joe Carnahan (The Grey, The A-Team, Smokin’ Aces), it was planned for release on Aug. 16, 2019. Instead it was shelved. Thank goodness it’s found a home on Hulu. It’s a hoot! Following the now well-worn idea of Groundhog Day, the story trails former Special Forces operative Roy Pulver (Frank Grillo) as he relives the day of his death over
and over again. Like Edge of Tomorrow (2014), every day Roy gets a little further through the day before he’s inevitable killed by one of a cadre of colorful assassins. Think of it like a video game and the player trying to level up. Roy’s trying to figure out why his scientist ex-girlfriend and mother of his child, Gemma Wells (Naomi Watts), was killed and whether her boss, Col. Clive Ventor (Mel Gibson), had anything to do with it. Roy also eventually finds his estranged son, Joe (Grillo’s actual son, Rio), and makes up for the lost time when he was away on missions. The action is terrific, the humor bone dry, and Grillo is terrific! Carnahan and Grillo have already teamed up again for Cop Shop, which is coming out this summer. Can’t wait! (94 min.) ∆ —Glen
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he age-old adage “less is more” rings true for local winemaker Jessica Gasca, at least in terms of her modestly described “tiny operation,” Story of Soil in Los Olivos. “Larger wineries always seemed to lack that soul,” Gasca said on why she prefers to own and operate a relatively small-scale winery that promotes gentle processing techniques and minimal human interference. One of Gasca’s secrets to maintaining said “soul” in her winemaking is the freedom to experiment, which ideally results in more complex and interesting wines. For example: By keeping her batches of wine small, Gasca has ample room for experimentation, while wineries that use large ones can rarely risk spoiling the batch. A mission statement on the Story of Soil website begins with: “As a small winery, we can put more time, attention, and care into our wines (than the larger wineries can afford to, really).” While Gasca’s tasting room is located in Los Olivos, she collaborates with vineyards all over Santa Barbara County to create her unique wines. She described the region as “a wellspring of riches for grape growing,” which few can confidently debate. Vineyards that Gasca uses include Duvarita Vineyard in Lompoc, Larner Vineyard in Ballard, Mirabella Vineyard in Los Olivos, and Gold Coast Vineyard in Santa Maria. The latter of which is where she kicked off her winemaking career, during an internship from 2009 to 2010. Gasca can vividly remember one of her first experiences picking and sorting pinot noir grapes at Gold Coast Vineyard, just before sunrise one morning.
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BOTTLE THROTTLE Story of Soil offers wine by the bottle and three different packages for wine club members to choose from (packages of three, six, or 12 bottles, each received three times a year).
“There was a certain level of extreme fulfillment I experienced when I worked that harvest,” Gasca said. “It was overwhelmingly beautiful.” Gasca felt in those initial moments as if she was connected to the Earth and its soil, which she defines as “a mixture of minerals, organic matter, gases, liquids, and countless organisms that together support life on Earth.” That profound feeling of interconnection would repeat itself throughout her career and inspire the name of her own company. “Being in the vineyard and creating with nature is remarkable; a feeling of passion, yes, but more important, a feeling of life purpose,” Gasca said. Born in Lake Arrowhead and raised mostly around Southern California, Gasca’s introduction to the Central Coast was not wine related, but it was the wine that kept her there.
RAISING THE BAR While the Story of Soil tasting room is located in Los Olivos, owner and winemaker Jessica Gasca (pictured) collaborates with vineyards all over Santa Barbara County to create her varietals, including Duvarita Vineyard in Lompoc, Larner Vineyard in Ballard, and Gold Coast Vineyard in Santa Maria.
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The Story of Soil tasting room—located at 2928 San Marcos Ave., Los Olivos—is currently open for reservations and walk-ins every weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and private reservations during the week. To find out more, visit storyofsoilwine.com.
“Initially I began coming to the Central Coast as my great-grandmother lived up in the Pismo Beach area, so we would come up and visit regularly,” Gasca said. After her internship at Gold Coast ended in 2010, Gasca apprenticed at Sanguis Winery in Santa Barbara for about three and a half years. She described the experience as helping her appreciate even the most meticulous details of winemaking. “Every decision and action, no matter how small they seemed, were of extreme importance to the outcome of the wine,” Gasca wrote in her bio on the Story of Soil website. “Even the stacking and
lining up of barrels became a meditation of sorts. And although times like coiling the hose over and over again might have seemed silly, it helped train me. I learned intention.” During her time at Sanguis she saved enough money to buy her own grapes and create her first vintage in 2012. Less than a decade later, Gasca isn’t only the winemaker behind Story of Soil, she’s also the president of the Santa Barbara County Vintners Association. The nonprofit was founded in 1983 to promote the county as a world-class wine producing and grape growing region. One of the association’s current priorities is making sure local vineyard workers have the opportunity to get the COVID-19 vaccine in a convenient and timely manner, Gasca explained, thanks to a mobile vaccination program offered by the Community Health Centers of the Central Coast. FLAVOR continued page 24
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“They have a mobile medical unit that comes directly to our winery and vineyard sites to vaccinate,” Gasca said. “It’s a tricky program because we are beholden to the government for the number of vaccines that we receive. So far we have vaccinated about 700 vineyard workers, but we still have a long road ahead.” As for her own wines currently offered from Story of Soil, Gasca doesn’t have a definitive personal favorite, but she can think of a few recommendations. “I am currently digging our MOBILE CLINIC Jessica Gasca is also president Martian Ranch Vineyard gamay of the Santa Barbara County Vintners Association, noir and Fiddlestix Vineyard a nonprofit that recently prioritized helping local grüner veltliner,” Gasca said. vineyard workers obtain the COVID-19 vaccine, thanks to a mobile vaccination program offered by Patrons can enjoy sampling the Community Health Centers of the Central Coast. those wines and several others at Gasca’s tasting room, which is referring to recent flows of steady business currently open for reservations and walkthanks to those comfortable enough to ins every weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and private return to the world of wine tasting. “[2020] was tough. It pushed my reservations during the week. Story of Soil limits,” she said. “I learned to have more also offers three different package options patience, more compassion, and more for wine club members: packages of three, six, or 12 bottles, each received three times grace. This wasn’t just a personal lesson as a business owner, but also a lesson for a year. me regarding everyone going through the As for in-person wine tasting at the same pandemic.” ∆ moment, Gasca is feeling grateful for the hustle and bustle, especially in Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood is comparison to last year. starting to see the light too. Send comments “I think people are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel,” Gasca said, to cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.
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FILE NO. 2021-0477 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/18/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CARECRAFT POOLS, 202 Tank Farm Rd., Ste. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Pools By Petersen Inc (202 Tank Farm Rd., Ste. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Pools By Petersen Inc., Jessica Marie Petersen, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-2321. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 02-23-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0521 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BILL’S PLACE, 112 E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Bill’s Place LLC (112 E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Bill’s Place LLC, Casey O’Connor, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-25-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 02-2526. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0578 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/1996) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MONARCH DUNES REALTY, FLAGSHIP IMAGERY, 3 Owens Court, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Rebecca Lynn Larsen (3 Owens Court, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rebecca Lynn Larsen, Principal. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 03-04-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0586 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MAMA LEAH’S PIZZERIA, 12300 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Michael John Dyer, Leah Marie Dyer (2421 Callender Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Michael John Dyer, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-04-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-04-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0655 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FRANKIE-D’S HAUL AWAY, 574 Kings Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Frank Daniel Salamida (574 Kings Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Frank D. Salamida. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-12-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-12-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0605 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FARM & HARVEST, 2240 Cimarron Way, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Jill Hammond (2240 Cimarron Way, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jill Hammond. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-08-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0659 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/11/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, B. STUDIO, 522 Paulding Circle, Suite B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Alexandra Bogle (216 Garden St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Alexandra Bogle, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-12-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 03-12-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0612 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ROXANNE’S RECIPES, 2146 Parker St., Suite D3, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Roxanne M. Lapuyade (2146 Parker St., Suite D3, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Roxanne M. Lapuyade, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-08-26. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0684 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/23/2019) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DEE’S CREATION, 177 Avenida De Diamante, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Dee Canepa (177 Avenida De Diamante, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dee Canepa, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-17-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 03-17-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0685 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/01/2002) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ANGLIM WINERY, 3340 Ramada Drive, Ste. D, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Stephen James Anglim, Steffanie Joanne Anglim (709 Creston Rd. Unit E, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Steffanie J Anglim, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-17-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-17-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0667 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2014) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DOLPHIN COVE MOTEL, 170 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Manish Enterprises Inc. (1951 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Manish Enterprises Inc., President, Manish Gupta. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-15-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-15-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0695 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/08/2006) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COAST WELL DRILLING, 555 E. Clark Ave., Suite A, Orcutt, CA 93455. Santa Barbara County. Coast Drilling, Inc. (555 E. Clark Ave., Suite A, Orcutt, CA 93455). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Coast Drilling, Inc., Roberta Haylock, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-17-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-17-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0670 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JOYFUL SONG FARMS, 7405 Huasna Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Christine Joy Navolt (7405 Huasna Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Christine Joy Navolt. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-15-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-15-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0680 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/16/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, 894 MEINECKE, TIC, 798 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Mark Harris Anderson, Tracy Ann Anderson (798 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Unincorporated Association Other Than A Partnership /s/ Mark Anderson, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-16-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 03-16-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0698 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/20/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, INTIMATE JOURNEY BIRTH & WELLNESS, 527 Stoneridge Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Intimate Journey Birth & Wellness (527 Stoneridge Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Intimate Journey Birth & Wellness, Erin Ashley, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-17-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-17-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0701 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COASTLINE FENCING, 1327 22nd St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Jubilee Construction, Inc. (1327 22nd St., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Jubilee Construction, Inc., Jonathan Luke Kessler, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-18-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-18-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0706 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/17/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NUDAY SALON BOOTH RENTAL, 715 Santa Maria Ave. #C, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Maya VanDiepen (1595 Los Osos Valley Rd. Sp.9B, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Maya VanDiepen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-18-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-18-26. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0707 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/23/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HOME AGAIN, 2306 Willow Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Team Mason, Inc. (2306 Willow Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Team Mason, Inc., Cory Mason, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-18-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-18-26. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0711 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, EXTERNAL CLEANING SERVICE, 715 West Tefft Street, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Adan Rivera Borja (715 West Tefft Street, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Adan Rivera Borja. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-18-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-18-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0712 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WOODWARD CONSTRUCTION AND HANDYMAN SERVICE, 710 S. Frontage Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Jake Kachadoorian (750 Bristlecone Ln. 521, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jake Kachadoorian. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-18-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-18-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0714 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ARTEMIS ARTWORKS, 545 Grove Ct., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Adi Ringer (545 Grove Ct., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Adi Ringer, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-18-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-18-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0719 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/01/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO’S FINEST, 3563 Sueldo St. Ste. H, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. John Mason Carswell (5340 Candelabra Pl., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ John Mason Carswell, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-19-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 03-19-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0720 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/31/2014) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CW HORSESHOEING, 9620 Huer Huero Rd., Creston, CA 93432. San Luis Obispo County. Casey Chase Whitaker (9620 Huer Huero Rd., Creston, CA 93432). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Casey Chase Whitaker, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-19-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-19-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0721 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DIVINE CLEANING, 9490 Avonne Avenue, San Simeon, CA 93452. San Luis Obispo County. Alondra De Jesus (9490 Avonne Avenue, San Simeon, CA 93452). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Alondra De Jesus. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-19-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 03-19-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-0722 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STUART INTERIORS, 86 Gibson Rd., Suite 9, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Stuart Installation Team, Inc. (541 Las Tablas Rd., Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Stuart Installation Team, Inc., Taryn Stuart - President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-19-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 03-19-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0723 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SEVEN PLY WOODWORKS, 541 Las Tablas Rd., Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Anthony Matthew Stuart (541 Las Tablas Rd., Templeton, CA 93465), Jason Mikels (2520 Homestead Rd., Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Anthony Matthew Stuart, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-19-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-19-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0730 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HERITAGE RANCH, 996 Hetrick Avenue, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Consuelo U Gamboa (822 Manda Court, Santa Maria, CA 93455). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Consuelo U Gamboa, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 03-22-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0732 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/22/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WEST HEALING SPACE, 1134 12th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Nicole Oliver Fulton (1134 12th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Nicole Oliver Fulton. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-22-26. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0733 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STUDIO DAM, 4578 Wavertree St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Michael Todd Dammeyer (4578 Wavertree St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael Dammeyer, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-22-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0735 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, REEO, 2231 Cienaga St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Trina Lorena Galvan (2231 Cienaga St., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Trina Lorena Galvan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-22-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0744 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE SURFBOARD LIBRARY, 1620 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Kyle Nicholas Sweasey (1996 Sycamore Cyn Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kyle Nicholas Sweasey. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-22-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-22-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0748 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GROW FORWARD OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, 360 Tahiti Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Amy Cresswell MOT, OTR/L (360 Tahiti Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amy Cresswell MOT, OTR/L. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-23-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, M. Stilletto, Deputy. Exp. 03-23-26. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0753 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/04/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LOUIE’S AUTO CLINIC LLC, 954 Griffin St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Louie’s Auto Clinic LLC (251 Savage St., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Louie’s Auto Clinic LLC, Luis Gallardo Sr., Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-23-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-23-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-0751 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CB WINES, 1331 Tiffany Ranch Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. CB Vineyards LLC (1331 Tiffany Ranch Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ CB Vineyards LLC, Chris Baughman, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-23-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-2326. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-0756 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/12/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ROCK HARBOR MARKETING, 783 Market Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Travis Lee Ford, Jennifer Nicole Ford (2981 Sandalwood Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Travis Lee Ford, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-24-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-24-26. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING
The San Luis Obispo Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting, Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 6:00 p.m., via teleconference, on the items listed below. While the City encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s YouTube channel at http://youtube. slo.city. Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS: 1.
Review of General Plan Conformity Report, Capital Improvement Program proposed as part of 202123 Financial Plan; Project Address: Citywide. Case #: GENP-0281-2021; City of San Luis Obispo – Public Works Department, applicant. Contact Information: Brian Nelson – (805) 7817113 – bnelson@slocity.org
The Planning Commission may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. The report(s) will be available for review online in advance of the meeting at http://www.slocity.org/government/ advisory-bodies/agendas-and-minutes/planningcommission. Please call The Community Development Department at 805-781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20, beginning at 6:00 p.m. April 15, 2021
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LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0760 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/24/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST SCREENS, 1042 Pismo St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Robert Eric Fitler Jr. (1042 Pismo St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Robert Eric Fitler Jr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-24-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-24-26. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0789 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NANCY VICTORIA CREATIVE ARTIST, 1623 23rd St., Space #30, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Nancy Victoria Dewald, Marvin Levern Dewald (1623 23rd St., Space #30, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Marvin Levern Dewald. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 03-29-26. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
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FILE NO. 2021-0761 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/23/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MORNING LIGHT SPIRIT JOURNEY, 1706 Saint Thomas Ave., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Amber Dawn Harmon (1706 Saint Thomas Ave., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amber Dawn Harmon. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-24-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 03-24-26. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0792 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/31/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SEAMAIR GENERAL ENGINEERING, 205 Suburban Rd., Ste. 2, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Seamair Construction, Inc. (205 Suburban Rd., Ste. 2, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Seamair Construction, Inc., Patrick Greg Phelan, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-29-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0823 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BLUR HAIR STUDIO, 255 N. Wilson, Suite C, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Jesse Felipe Villegas (121 E Branch St., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jesse Villegas, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-31-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-31-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0828 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/2010) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ACADEME REAL ESTATE & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, ACADEME REAL ESTATE, ACADEME PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, 6575 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Cami Lynn Rickard (6575 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Cami Lynn Rickard, Owner/Broker. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-31-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-31-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0771 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/15/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DAVIES COMPANY REAL ESTATE, 5005 Jespersen Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Dawna Jeannette Davies Trustee (5014 Jespersen Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Trust /s/ Dawna Jeannette Davies, Trustee. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-26-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, M. Stilletto, Deputy. Exp. 03-26-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0795 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/29/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, UNLIMITED FLOW OUTFITTERS, U.F.O., 325 Ormonde Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Mike John Ormonde (325 Ormonde Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mike John Ormonde. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 03-29-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0829 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/22/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SAN LUIS PATIO, SAN LUIS UMBRELLA, 99 E. Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. San Luis Patio LLC (99 E. Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ San Luis Patio LLC, Joseph Solis, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-31-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 03-31-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0773 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STRATUS HOME IMPROVEMENT, 555 Southland St., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Larry Haskins (555 Southland St., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Larry Haskins. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-26-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 03-26-26. April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0788 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BOLD SOUL, 244 Old Willow Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Allen Michael Casas (244 Old Willow Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Allen Michael Casas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 03-29-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0841 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/15/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PHOENIX RISING MASSAGE THERAPY, PHOENIX RISING MASSAGE, PHOENIX RISING, 793 Higuera Street, Suite 12, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Montgomery Norton (1831 Garden Street #4, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Montgomery Norton. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-01-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 04-01-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0902 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ONE RUSTIC SHED, 22417 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Amie Morgan Hiltbrand (8935 Ortega Road, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amie Morgan Hiltbrand. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-09-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 04-09-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0871 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CONSTABLE CELLARS, 681 Hollyhock, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Lawrence R. Marino (2276 Plover Ct., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Lawrence R. Marino, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-06-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 04-06-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0874 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/07/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BOBBY BLACK PRODUCTIONS, 305 High St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Ryan R. Baker (305 High St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ryan R. Baker, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-07-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 04-07-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0901 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, UNIQUE FINDS, 22417 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Sherry Deanne Christianson (7670 Valle Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sherry Deanne Christianson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-0921. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 04-09-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
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FILE NO. 2021-0862 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MATTHEWS WALLACE & CO, 200 Station Way, Ste. B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. CA Tax Pros, Douglas Matthews, Kathy Matthews (200 Station Way, Ste. B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Unincorporated Association Other Than A Partnership /s/ Douglas Matthews, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-05-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 04-05-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
LEGAL NOTICES
FILE NO. 2021-0875 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/19/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VIN 13 BAR & CELLAR, 1144 Pine St., #102, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Vin 13 Bar & Cellar, Inc. (250 T-Diamond Way, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Vin 13 Bar & Cellar, Inc., Ruben Anthony Arroyo, Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-07-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 04-07-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0879 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/04/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CAMBRIA ANIMAL MEDICAL CENTER, 2501 Village Ln., Suite A, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Suzanne Marie Van Beurden (5233 Hillcrest Drive, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Suzanne M. Van Beurden. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-07-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 04-07-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0830 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/30/1987) New Filing The following person is doing business as, INTER-CITY ELECTRIC, 6750 Ranchita Oaks Pl., San Miguel, CA 93451. San Luis Obispo County. Inter City Electric, Incorporated (6750 Ranchita Oaks Pl., San Miguel, CA 93451). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Inter City Electric, Incorporated, John Scott Graham, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-31-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 03-31-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0840 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/1975) New Filing The following person is doing business as, AERO CAMINO RANCHO, 1250 Pomeroy Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Ronald J Blakey, Sylvia L Blakey (1250 Pomeroy Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Ronald J Blakey. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-01-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 04-01-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0852 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/09/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BAYFRONT MANAGEMENT, 1148 Front St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Jayne F. Behman (630 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jayne F. Polland Behman, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-05-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 04-05-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0797 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/29/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BURRITO LOCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT-MESA, 2808 S. Halcyon, Arroyo Grande, CA 93458. San Luis Obispo County. Maria Benitez, Reynaldo Benitez (364 Oak Tree Way, Buellton, CA 93427). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Maria Benitez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. King, Deputy. Exp. 0329-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
FILE NO. 2021-0798 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/29/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CAMBRIA PINES DOODLES, 1737 Orville Ave., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Julie Johnson (1737 Orville Ave., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Julie Johnson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-29-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 03-29-26. April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
LEGAL NOTICES
FILE NO. 2021-0882 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/17/1995) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BAYSIDE PAINTING, 1154 13Th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Michael Brian Goodwin (1154 13Th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael Brian Goodwin, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-07-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, G. Ugalde, Deputy. Exp. 04-07-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0886 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TERRAVAS, EARTHVAS, 1246 Mesa Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Laura Lynn Vernazza Cole, Kyle Eugene Cole (1246 Mesa Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Laura Lynn Vernazza Cole, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 04-08-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0893 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ROSE’S BAR AND GRILL, 725 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Rose’s Landing, Inc. (725 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Rose’s Landing, Inc., Susan Redican, Vice President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-08-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 04-08-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0903 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/09/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CLASSIC ROCK ODYSSEY MUSIC PRODUCTIONS, 2565 Fowler Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. David Michael Apodaca (2565 Fowler Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ David M Apodaca, Owner / Producer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-09-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 0409-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0904 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/07/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO COUNTY E-MOTORSPORTS, 4734 Tumbleweed Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Danny R Pineda (4734 Tumbleweed Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Danny R Pineda. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-09-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 04-09-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0905 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/01/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, UNIQUE STYLES, 573 12th Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Daniel Ramon Morales (1933 Fieldstone Circle, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Daniel Ramon Morales, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-09-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 04-09-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
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COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is given that sealed bids will be received at the office of the County Clerk, 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-120, San Luis Obispo, California 93408 before 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 13, 2021 (“Bid Deadline”), for the following public works project: 2020-21 NORTH COUNTY OVERLAY CHIMNEY ROCK ROAD COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA CONTRACT NO. 300649 Bids will be opened and declared by the County Clerk at 3:15 p.m. on the bid opening date at a public meeting at 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-120, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Any bid received at the office of the County Clerk of the County of San Luis Obispo at or after 3:00 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. Bids are required for the entire work described in the Contract Documents. The Bid package (also referred to herein as the “Contract Documents”) are posted on the County’s Purchasing website: http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/GS/Purchasing/Current_Formal_ Bids_and_Proposals.htm Any changes, additions, or deletions to these Contract Documents will be in the form of written addenda issued by the County. Any addenda will be posted on the website. Prospective bidders must check the website for addenda or other relevant new information at up to 5:00 p.m. the day before the prescribed date/time for submittal of bids. The County is not responsible for the failure of any prospective bidder to receive such addenda. All addenda so issued shall become a part of this Bid. All bidders are required to acknowledge and confirm receipt of every addendum in their bid proposal. All bidder Requests for Information must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m., 5 business days prior to the bid opening date. Requests submitted after said date may not be considered. All questions pertaining to the content of this invitation to Bid must be made in writing through the Purchasing website. Questions and responses will be posted on the Purchasing website and can be viewed by accessing the Invitation to Bid located at the Purchasing website. The identity of the entity submitting the question will not be posted. The County reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of comments / questions that will be posted on the website. 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 (Public Contract Code § 3300). When the bidder holds a combination of Class C licenses, all work to be performed outside of the bidder’s license specialties, except work that is incidental or supplemental to the licenses of the bidder, shall be performed by licensed Subcontractors in compliance with the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act (Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 4100) of Part 1 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code). Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 1771.1: • A Contractor or Subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in the Bid Proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of this public works project, unless currently registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and qualified to perform work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered Contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Section 7029.1 of the Business and Professions Code or by Section 10164 or 20103.5 of the Public Contract Code, provided the Contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. • This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. There is no project-specific DBE goal requirement. Bids must be submitted under sealed cover plainly marked as a bid and identified with the project number, the date and time for receipt of sealed bids, and the name of the bidder. Bids must be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashier’s check, or a bidder’s bond in favor of the County in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted total Bid. Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by County to ensure performance under the Contract or, in the alternative, request the County to make payment of retention to an escrow agent. The successful bidder will be required to furnish the County with payment and performance bonds, with each issued by a California admitted surety insurer equal to 100% of the Contract Price. Pursuant to section 1770 et seq. of the California Labor Code, the Contractor and all Subcontractors shall pay not less than the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations and comply with all applicable Labor Code provisions, which include, but are not limited to the employment of apprentices, the hours of labor, and the debarment of Contractors and Subcontractors. The Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations determines the general prevailing wage rates. Copies are available at the DIR website, http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD. By order of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo in their action on the 9th day of February, 2021.
ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND TRANSPORTATION NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is given that sealed bids will be received at the office of the County Clerk, 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-120, San Luis Obispo, California 93408 before 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 13, 2021 (“Bid Deadline”), for the following public works project: CAYUCOS CREEK ROAD MILEPOST 1.3 SLOPE REPAIR COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA CONTRACT NO. 245R12B449 Bids will be opened and declared by the County Clerk at 3:15 p.m. on the bid opening date at a public meeting at 1055 Monterey Street, Room D-120, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Any bid received at the office of the County Clerk of the County of San Luis Obispo at or after 3:00 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. Bids are required for the entire work described in the Contract Documents.
All bidders are required to acknowledge and confirm receipt of every addendum in their bid proposal. All bidder Requests for Information must be submitted no later than 3:00 p.m., 5 business days prior to the bid opening date. Requests submitted after said date may not be considered. All questions pertaining to the content of this invitation to Bid must be made in writing through the Purchasing website. Questions and responses will be posted on the Purchasing website and can be viewed by accessing the Invitation to Bid located at the Purchasing website. The identity of the entity submitting the question will not be posted. The County reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of comments / questions that will be posted on the website. 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 (Public Contract Code § 3300). When the bidder holds a combination of Class C licenses, all work to be performed outside of the bidder’s license specialties, except work that is incidental or supplemental to the licenses of the bidder, shall be performed by licensed Subcontractors in compliance with the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act (Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 4100) of Part 1 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code). Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 1771.1: • A Contractor or Subcontractor shall not be qualified to bid on, be listed in the Bid Proposal, subject to the requirements of Section 4104 of the Public Contract Code, or engage in the performance of this public works project, unless currently registered with the Department of Industrial Relations and qualified to perform work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. It is not a violation of this section for an unregistered Contractor to submit a bid that is authorized by Section 7029.1 of the Business and Professions Code or by Section 10164 or 20103.5 of the Public Contract Code, provided the Contractor is registered to perform public work pursuant to Section 1725.5 at the time the contract is awarded. • This Project is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. There is no project-specific DBE goal requirement. Bids must be submitted under sealed cover plainly marked as a bid and identified with the project number, the date and time for receipt of sealed bids, and the name of the bidder. Bids must be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashier’s check, or a bidder’s bond in favor of the County in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted total Bid. Pursuant to Public Contract Code section 22300, the successful bidder may substitute certain securities for funds withheld by County to ensure performance under the Contract or, in the alternative, request the County to make payment of retention to an escrow agent. The successful bidder will be required to furnish the County with payment and performance bonds, with each issued by a California admitted surety insurer equal to 100% of the Contract Price. Pursuant to section 1770 et seq. of the California Labor Code, the Contractor and all Subcontractors shall pay not less than the prevailing rate of per diem wages as determined by the Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations and comply with all applicable Labor Code provisions, which include, but are not limited to the employment of apprentices, the hours of labor, and the debarment of Contractors and Subcontractors. The Director of the California Department of Industrial Relations determines the general prevailing wage rates. Copies are available at the DIR website, http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD. By order of the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo in their action on the 26th day of January 2021. END OF NOTICE TO BIDDERS
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
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, April 26, 2021, on the item listed below. While the City encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed by joining the webinar or visiting the City’s electronic archive the day after the meeting to view the recording. Webinar registration details will be available on the agenda and the archive can be accessed from the City’s website at: https://opengov.slocity. org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=116937&dbid=0&repo=CityClerk. Public comment may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org 1. 972 Santa Rosa St. USE-0163-2021; Review of a request for a Minor Use Permit allowing operation of a four-room Boarding House (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); C-R zone; Timothy Beresky, applicant. (Walter Oetzell) PLEASE NOTE: Any court challenge to the actions taken on this public hearing item may be limited to considering only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice or in written correspondence delivered to the City of San Luis Obispo at, or prior to, the public hearing. April 15, 2021
The Bid package (also referred to herein as the “Contract Documents”) are posted on the County’s Purchasing website: http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/GS/Purchasing/Current_Formal_ Bids_and_Proposals.htm Any changes, additions, or deletions to these Contract Documents will be in the form of written addenda issued by the County. Any addenda will be posted on the website. Prospective bidders must check the website for addenda or other relevant new information at up to 5:00 p.m. the day before the prescribed date/time for submittal of bids. The County is not responsible for the failure of any prospective bidder to receive such addenda. All addenda so issued shall become a part of this Bid.
CITY OF GROVER BEACH
CITY OF GROVER BEACH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Grover Beach will conduct a Public Hearing on April 26, 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 3:00 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. SECOND READING AND ADOPATION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GROVER BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 16 OF CHAPTER 3 OF ARTICLE III OF THE GROVER BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE related to the updated speed limit recommendation based on the 2020 Speed Zone Survey Update. The City of Grover Beach has commissioned an engineering and traffic investigation to determine the recommended speed limit for safe operation of vehicles on major City roadways. In accordance with California Vehicle Code Section 22357, local authorities are authorized to establish prima facie speed limits on streets and roads under their jurisdiction on the basis of an engineering and traffic investigation. An engineering and traffic investigation is required to be performed every seven to ten years unless significant changes to roadway or traffic conditions have occurred. Additionally, per a 1999 amendment to Section 40802 of the California Vehicle Code, radar cannot be used to enforce speed limits unless justified by an engineering and traffic investigation performed within various specified time periods. The City commissioned an engineering and traffic investigation in 2013 and determined that a new investigation was necessary to update speed limits throughout the City and properly enforce speed limits citywide. Speed limit recommendations in the engineering and traffic investigation were made in accordance with 2014 revisions to the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and California Vehicle Code Sections 627 and 22358.5, which determine that speed limits shall be set within a 5-mph range of the 85th percentile speed on a roadway or street as determined by an engineering and traffic investigation. The commissioned engineering and traffic investigation determined that one street speed limit should increase and that five street speed limits should decrease. All speed limit increase and decrease recommendations are within 5-mph of the current speed limits. All other street speed limits were deemed appropriate at this time. Three streets were surveyed that had not previously been surveyed to establish a recommended speed limit. 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: Greg Ray by telephone at (805) 473-4530 or send an e-mail to gray@ 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:
4/15/2021
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Grover Beach will conduct a Public Hearing at 6:00 p.m., or soon thereafter, on Monday, April 26, 2021 to consider the following item: 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) 3216639 (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 no later than 3:00 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. Annual update of the master fee schedule – The City Council will consider an interim update to the Master Fee Schedule based upon the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, which was 1.625% as of December 2020. The City completed a comprehensive update to the Master Fee Schedule in May 2013. Periodic updates are considered when changes occur in the CPI to assist in ensuring that some or all of the costs for providing municipal services are borne by the specific recipient(s) who benefit from the services through user fees. The index for Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim is used as it is the index which most closely resembles the economic trends in the Central Coast. In compliance with Government Code Section 66016, data indicating the amount of cost, or estimated cost, required to provide the service(s) for which the fee or service charge is levied, and the revenue sources anticipated to provide the service(s) shall be available for public inspection at City Hall by Thursday, April 15, 2021, not less than ten (10) days prior to the date of the Public Hearing. Where You Come In: Any member of the public may appear at the meeting and be heard on the item described in this notice or submit written comments to the City Clerk prior to the meeting by personal delivery or by mail to: City Clerk’s Office, 154 South Eighth Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433. 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: Administrative Services Director Deanne Purcell by telephone at (805) 473-4550 or send an e-mail to Dpurcell@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 available at the customer service counter at Grover Beach City Hall at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. This information will also be posted on the City website at www.groverbeach. org. Live broadcasts of City Council meetings may be seen on cable television Channel 20, as well as over the Internet at www.groverbeach. org (click on the icon “Government Access Local Channel 20” and then “Channel 20”). City Council meetings are rebroadcast throughout the week. 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, April 15, 2021
CITY OF GROVER BEACH REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Statements of Qualifications will be received by the Public Works Director of the City of Grover Beach at the City Hall at 154 South 8th Street, Grover Beach, California, 93433, until 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 6, 2021 for:
ON-CALL PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES The City of Grover Beach is seeking Statements of Qualifications from qualified firms or individuals to provide On-Call Professional Design Services related to the City’s various capital improvement projects. The required proposal forms may be downloaded from the Bids & Proposals page on City’s website at: www. groverbeach.org The City reserves the right to reject all proposals, cancel all or a part of this request, waive any minor irregularities and to request additional information from consultants. This Request for Qualification does not obligate the City to select an engineer or consultant or to award a contract. All questions associated with this RFQ shall be submitted in writing to Gabriel Muñoz-Morris, via email: gmunoz@ groverbeach.org Dated this 8th day of April 2021, at the City of Grover Beach, California. City of Grover Beach STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Gregory A. Ray Gregory A. Ray, PE Public Works Director/City Engineer
### April 8 & 15, 2021
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF TUESDAY, APRIL 6, 2021 AT 9:00 AM 5 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT (1 Board Member Absent for Item No. 06)
01. Consent Agenda – Item Nos. 01-18 & Resolution (Res.) No. 2021-054 through 2021-056, approved. 02. Update on COVID-19, rec’d & filed w/ direction to staff. 03. Presentations: Res. 2021-057, proclaiming April as “Month of the Child” & “Child Abuse Prevention Month”; Res. 2021-058, proclaiming April “SLO Co. Crime Victims’ Rights Awareness Month”; & Res. 2021-059, proclaiming the week of 04/11-17/21 “SLO Co. National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week”, adopted. 04. Public Comment Period - matters not on the agenda: B. Ernst; R. Draga; W. Wendt; A. Frew; A. Villa; L. Casalinuovo; J. Nelson; C. Varni; L. Owen & M. Brown, speak. No action taken. 05. Closed Session. Anticipated Litigation: No of potential cases: 3. Significant exposure to litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Existing litigation: Application filed by PG&E in the 2018 Nuclear Decommissioning Cost Triennial Proceeding (U 39 E & A: 18-12-008). 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. 06. Appeal by T. Reed Pozo Mgmt Group (formerly B. Beanway) of the Planning Commission’s denial of a Conditional Use Permit (DRC2019-00129) to establish indoor & outdoor cannabis cultivation, ancillary & commercial nursery & manufacturing facilities on an approx. 59-acre site located at 880 Parkhill Rd, 15 miles southeast of Santa Margarita, motions failed & ruling of the Planning Commission stands. 07. Update on the proposed Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Ordinance, rec’d; request to approve Rincon Consultants Contract for the preparation of an EIR for the proposed ordinance, not approved; request to add FTE Limited-Term Planner III for 14 months, not approved, w/ additional direction given to staff. 08. Meeting Adjourned. For more details, view the meeting video at: https://www. slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Administrative-Office/ Clerk-of-the-Board/Clerk-of-the-Board-Services/Board-ofSupervisors-Meetings-and-Agendas.aspx Wade Horton, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk April 15, 2021
ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS Applications to make minor changes to the properties at the addresses listed below have been received by the City. 1. 1301 Calle Joaquin. ARCH-0423-2020; Review of a Sign Program for the previously-approved Towneplace Suites hotel, including the following exceptions: request for a total of four signs (three wall signs and one monument sign) where two is the standard in the CT zone; request for a total of three wall signs, where one wall sign is the standard for a single “occupant”; request to locate one wall sign on the east elevation, which does not include a public entrance but faces U.S. Highway 101; request to locate wall signs at the third and fourth floors of the hotel where a location at the upper most point of the second story is the standard; and request for 300 square feet (sf) of cumulative wall sign area (three signs, 100 sf each), where 200 sf is the standard. The sign program is consistent with the adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project; C-T-SF zone; MegaHertz Electric, applicant. (Shawna Scott) 2. 550 Hathway St. DIR-0131-2021; Review of a project that includes a request to construct a 253-square foot non-conforming, single-story addition to a 1,332-square foot non-conforming single-story residential structure, with both the existing structure and addition setback three feet, seven inches, where five feet is the standard setback, and a request to construct a new accessory dwelling unit (ADU) above 16 feet in height. The ADU is proposed as a second story above new detached, four-car garage. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-2 zone; Seven Peaks Real Estate and Development, applicant. (Kyle Van Leeuwen) 3. 1240 Joyce Ct. HOME-0181-2021; Review of a Homestay Rental application to allow short-tern rental (such as Airbnb) of a detached guest quarters, located above a carport, on an owner-occupied single-family residential property at 1240 Joyce Court. This project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA); R-1 zone; Luke Llamas, applicant. (Graham Bultema) 4. 301 Prado Rd. DIR-0054-2021; Review of a Sign Program for the office/industrial development project known as the Prado Business Center (ARCH-0424-2021), to establish signage limitations for minor and major tenants as well as site signage for the project site; the project is consistent with the Mitigated Negative Declaration adopted for Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 3011; BP-SP zone; 301 Prado Group, LLC, applicant. (Kyle Bell) The Community Development Director will either approve or deny these applications no sooner than April 26, 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, by calling (805) 781-7170, weekdays, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. April 15, 2021
Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) program Request for Proposals The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Social Services is pleased to announce the availability of funds for the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) program. HHAP is a block grant program administered by the California Homeless Coordinating and Financing Council (HCFC) designed to support regional coordination and expand or develop local capacity to address immediate homelessness challenges throughout the state. Approximately $3.1 million in HHAP funding is available for application. Spending must be informed by a best practices framework focused on moving homeless individuals and families into permanent housing and ensuring those individuals and families maintain their permanent housing. Request For Proposals (RFP) and Application The full RFP announcement and grant application is located on the County Department of Social Services Website at https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/ Social-Services/Homeless-Services/ Funding-Availability. All grant applications must be submitted by 12 Noon on Tuesday, June 8th, 2021. Virtual Informational Meeting A virtual informational meeting for interested agencies and persons to learn about the application process and appropriate use of the funding will be held via Zoom on Tuesday, April 27th at 11:00am. A Zoom link for the informational meeting can be found on the website above. For more information, contact Homeless Services Unit, Department of Social Services via email at SS_Homelessgrants@co.slo. ca.us April 15, 2021
CULTURAL HERITAGE COMMITTEE PUBLIC HEARING The San Luis Obispo Cultural Heritage Committee will hold a Regular Meeting, Monday, April 26, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. While the City encourages public participation, growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic has required that public meetings be held via teleconference. Meetings can be viewed by joining the webinar or visiting the City’s electronic archive the day after the meeting to view the recording. Webinar registration details will be available on the agenda and the archive can be accessed from the City’s website at www.slocity.org. 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 ITEM: 1. Review of the modification of a single-family dwelling with a two-story addition and new construction of a two-story accessory structure, 25 feet in height, accommodating a garage with an Accessory Dwelling Unit above, on property listed in the City’s Inventory of Historic Resources as a Contributing List Resource (categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review); Project Address: 1159 Islay; Case #: ARCH-0203-2021; Zone: R-3; Chris Knauer, owner/ applicant. Contact Information: Walter Oetzell – (805) 781-7593 – woetzell@slocity.org 2. Review of a request to designate the property at 531 Dana Street as a Master List Resource and include the property in the City’s Inventory of Historic Resources as the Dana/ Barneberg House (the action is exempt from CEQA environmental review); Project Address: 531 Dana Street; Case #: HIST-0091-2021; Zone: R-3-H; Brian Tuohy, owner/ applicant. ||Contact Information: Walter Oetzell – (805) 781-7593 – woetzell@slocity.org The Cultural Heritage Committee may also discuss other hearing or business items before or after the item(s) listed above. If you challenge the proposed action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Cultural Heritage Committee during, or prior to, the public hearing. The 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/agendas-and-minutes/culturalheritage-committee. Please call the Community Development Department at (805) 781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report. April 15, 2021
LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0906 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HEAVENLEE MASSAGE, 725 Country Wood Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Alana Logan (725 Country Wood Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Alana Logan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-09-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 04-09-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
FILE NO. 2021-0907 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2020) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST CUSTOM WINE CABINETS, 207 Suburban Rd. #5, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Mark Alan Marroquin (222 Via Le Paz, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mark Marroquin, Founder/Builder. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-09-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 04-09-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2021-0921 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/23/2021) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LEVEL UP ORGANIZING, 3960 S. Higuera St. #110, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Linda Sue Caldwell (3960 S. Higuera St. #110, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Trust /s/ Linda Caldwell, Trustee. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 04-12-21. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk, JA. Anderson, Deputy. Exp. 04-12-26. April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0130 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Chaim Hilel and Chana Hilel filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Batsheva Hilel to PROPOSED NAME: Elisheva Hilel 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: May 5, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 By 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: March 9, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MURIEL AMY SIZOO aka MURIEL AMY BROWNSIZOO aka MURIEL A. BROWN-SIZOO DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 21PR-0118
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: MURIEL AMY SIZOO aka MURIEL AMY BROWN-SIZOO aka MURIEL A. BROWN-SIZOO A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SCOTT W. BROWN in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that SCOTT W. BROWN 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: May 11, 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 St., Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Law Offices of Johnson, Murphy & Jones, Inc. 928 W. Grand Ave. Grover Beach, CA 93433 April 15, 22, & 29, 2021
Notice of Lien Sale
2146 Parker Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Notice of Public Sale of Property for 1 Storage Units Foreclosure Lien Sale will be held with online bidding @ www.selfstorageauction.com Closing at 3PM April 29, 2021 Property is to be sold to the highest bidder for cash. Clean up deposit of $100 will be required. Removal must be done within 72 hours. Seller reserves the right to withdraw property from sale. Lianne Comeau - P19 - has the following items such as furniture, shelving, lamps, clothing and other household items. April 15 & 22, 2021
LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0132
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Dennis August Steinke and Lisa Holly Spencer filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Dennis August Steinke to PROPOSED NAME: Dennis August Valentine, PRESENT NAME: Lisa Holly Spencer to PROPOSED NAME: Lisa Holly Valentine THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: April 22, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 By 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: March 8, 2021 /s/: Ginger E. Garrett, Judge of the Superior Court March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0136
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Emily Ann Ezzo filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Oliver Knight Treat to PROPOSED NAME: Oliver Knight Ezzo 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: May 6, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 By 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: March 11, 2021 /s/: Ginger E. Garrett, Judge of the Superior Court March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2021-0679 OLD FILE NO. 2019-0896
894 Meinecke, TIC, 798 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 01/05/2019. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Mark Harris Anderson (798 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), John Rossetti (1301 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business was conducted by An Unincorporated Assaciation Other Than A Partnership /s/ Mark Anderson, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 03-16-2021. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By S. Currens, Deputy Clerk. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0139 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Anna Schatz and Endang Rukandi filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Kanaya Putri Rukandi to PROPOSED NAME: Naya Putri Rukandi 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: May 5, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 By 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: March 11, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0145 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Julia Mary Rodacay filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Julia Mary Rodacay to PROPOSED NAME: Sky Vera Valentina 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: May 20, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 By Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 214 South 16th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433. 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: March 15, 2021 /s/: Ginger E. Garrett, Judge of the Superior Court March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
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LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0164
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Roya Abigail Leuteritz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Roya Abigail Leuteritz to PROPOSED NAME: Roya Abigail Khorram 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: May 5, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 By 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: March 24, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0176
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Giovanna Capone filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Giovanna Capone to PROPOSED NAME: Giovanna Capone-Vinsconi 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: May 12, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 By 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: March 29, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2021-0476 OLD FILE NO. 2020-2407
Carefree Pools Construction, 202 Tank Farm Rd., Ste. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 12/03/2020. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Pools By Petersen (202 Tank Farm Rd., Ste. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business was conducted by An Corporation /s/ Pools By Petersen, Jessica Petersen, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 02-23-2021. 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. March 25, April 1, 8, & 15, 2021
LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0185 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Jeffrey Scott Montoya filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Jeffrey Scott Montoya to PROPOSED NAME: Jeffrey Scott Melendrez 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: May 12, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 By 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: April 2, 2021 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CVP-0068 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Elaine Lee Rawitser Stroud AKA Lainey Lee Stroud AKA Elaine Lee Stroud filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Elaine Lee Rawitser Stroud to PROPOSED NAME: Lainey Lee Stroud 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: May 4, 2021, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. P2 By 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: March 25, 2021 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
LEGAL NOTICES ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CVP-0075
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Destiny Veronica Cuellar filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Christian Anthony Cerpa to PROPOSED NAME: Christian Anthony Cuellar 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: May 12, 2021, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2 By 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: March 19, 2021 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court April 1, 8, 15, & 22, 2021
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CVP-0188
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Bryan Scott Sprouse filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Bryan Scott Sprouse to PROPOSED NAME: Bryan Scott Arebalo 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: May 19, 2021, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2 By 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: March 15, 2021 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court April 15, 22, 29, & May 6, 2021
Public Notice of Lien Sale Auction:
This notice is given that Buckley Springs Storage, 901 Buckley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, will sell personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to the California Self-Storage Facilities Act. (California Business & Professions Code 21700) The undersigned will sell at public auction at www.storageauctions. net from April 23-April 30, 2021, of contents stored by the following persons and will be sold to the highest bidder: Krysta Hollomon of San Luis Obispo, CA, unit C109 Household goods, clothes, kitchen items Christopher Anderson of Morro Bay, CA, unit C169 Tools, television, household goods Christopher Anderson of Morro Bay, CA, unit C171 Garden tools, lawnmowers, household goods Public sale terms, rules, and regulations will be made available prior to the sale. All sales are subject to cancellation. We reserve the right to refuse any bid. Buyers must secure the units with their own personal locks. To claim tax-exempt status, original RESALE certificates for each space purchased is required. April 8 & 15, 2021
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LEGAL NOTICES SUMMONS NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: ADOLPH PHILLIPS; the testate and intestate successors claiming by, through, or under such person; and all persons unknown, claiming any legal or equitable right, title, estate, lien or interest in the property described in this complaint adverse to Plaintiff’s title, or any cloud on plaintiff’s title thereto; DOES 1 through 20, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: Pismo Lighthouse Suites, Inc., a California corporation; and Pismo Shore Cliff, Inc., a California corporation CASE NUMBER: 21CV0035
Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond in 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. CASE NUMBER: 21CV-0035 The name and address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 1035 Palm Street, Room 385 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Allen G. Bowman, SBN: 254544 / Adamski Moroski Madden Cumberland & Green LLP 1948 Spring Street Paso Robles, CA 93408 Date: 01/25/2021 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk /s/ Matthew K. Zepeda, Deputy Clerk April 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2021, 2021
AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER AN ASSESSMENT LIEN. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE PURSUANT TO A NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND ELECTION TO SELL, AS SHOWN BELOW. 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 (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, or a currently dated cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, as specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this State), will be held by the agent of the duly appointed Trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest held by the Trustee in the
LEGAL NOTICES hereinafter described property under and pursuant to that certain Notice of Delinquent Assessment recorded on March 10, 2020 as instrument number 2020011776 in the Official Records of San Luis Obispo County, California and the Declaration of Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions of Tamerlo Investments N.V., a Netherlands Antilles Corporation on August 30, 1978 as instrument number 41866 in Book 2096, Pages 914-955, as amended thereafter. The sale will be held pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell (“Notice of Default”) described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, encumbrances, or otherwise, on an “as-is, where-is” basis, to pay the sum secured by the lien, with interest and late charges thereon, advances, if any, under the occupancy of the premises and all governing documents of the Holiday Recreational Vehicle Park Owners Association, or under terms of the lien, 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 as set forth below. Accrued interest, costs and additional advances, if any, may increase this figure prior to sale. It is also possible that at the time of sale, the opening bid may be less than the amount stated. The beneficiary may bid at sale and may elect to bid less than their full credit bid. Record Owner(s) at the time the Notice of Delinquent Assessment and Notice of Default were recorded: William Storm Jr. and Alisha Michelle Ball Lien Claimant / Beneficiary: Holiday Recreational Park Owners Association 100 S. Dolliver Pismo Beach, CA 93449-2997 (805) 773-1121 Duly Appointed Trustee: Hart | King Date of Notice of Default: May 29, 2020 Recording Date: July 6, 2020 Instrument No.: 2020033680 Recorded in the Official Records of San Luis Obispo County, California Date and Time of Sale: May 8, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. Place of Sale: AT THE BUSINESS OFFICE OF THE HOLIDAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK OWNERS ASSOCIATION, 100 S. DOLLIVER, PISMO BEACH, CALIFORNIA 93449-2997 Estimated amount due: $3,496.92 Accrued interest, costs and additional advances, if any, may increase the sale figure prior to sale; and it is also possible that at the time of sale, the opening bid may be less than the amount stated herein. From information which the Trustee deems reliable, the Trustee believes that the legal description and street address, or other common designation, of the real property to be sold is as follows: AN UNDIVIDED 1/875 INTEREST IN AND TO THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED ON THE ATTACHED EXHIBIT “A” PURSUANT TO A DEED REFERENCING LOCKER #840 The Trustee and the authorized agent of the Trustee disclaim any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Written directions to the above-referenced property may be obtained by submitting a written request to the beneficiary identified herein within ten (10) days of the first publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale pursuant to Section 2924f of the California Civil Code. 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 entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. Rather, it would entitle you to ownership of a deed evidencing an undivided 1/875 ownership interest in the real property described in Exhibit A and owned by the members of the Holiday Recreational Vehicle Park Owners Association, a California nonprofit corporation. You should also be aware that ownership of the foregoing interest subjects the owner to the provisions of the governing documents of the Holiday Recre-
LEGAL NOTICES ational Vehicle Park Owners Association, including but not limited to the Declaration of Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions referenced above, the bylaws of the foregoing nonprofit corporation, and the applicable rules and regulations in effect for the Holiday Recreational Vehicle Park. You are encouraged to investigate the nature of the property and the foregoing governing documents, copies of which are either recorded or available at the Holiday Recreational Vehicle Park business office. You are also encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on the property described in Exhibit A by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. 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 (805) 7731121 for information regarding the trustee’s sale, using the reference number set forth above, 37115.031 ([Ball] - Locker #840). 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. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The lien claimant / beneficiary identified above heretofore delivered to the Trustee a written Notice of Delinquent Assessment and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The Trustee caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located, and more than 3 months have elapsed since such recordation. The party conducting the sale will be a duly authorized agent of the undersigned Trustee. WE ARE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR. AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Dated: April 8, 2021 HOLIDAY RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK OWNERS ASSOCIATION, Authorized Agent of Trustee By: /s/ Mark Schieber Board of Directors – Vice President Exhibit A Parcel 1: That portion of Lot 13 of the Subdivisions of the Ranchos El Pismo and San Miguelito, in the City of Pismo Beach, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, according to map made by R.R. Harris, in 1886, and recorded April 30, 1886 in Book A, Page 154 of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder, described as follows: Beginning at a point that is 11.6 feet Southwesterly of the Southeast corner of Lot 27 of the Stokers Addition to the Town of Pismo Beach, as described in the deed in Volume 248, at page 96 of the Official Records, and running North 47°15’ East, 86.04 feet (85.95 rec. deed) to the Easterly line of State Highway Route 1, thence South 7°12’ East along said line 280.41 feet to the true point of beginning; thence from said true point of beginning, North 47°15’ East, 1117.53 feet to the Southerly line of State Highway Route No. 101; thence South 72°21’ East along said line, 52.66 feet; thence South 77°28’ East, 181.53 feet; thence South 47°15’ West, 1347.76 feet to the Easterly line of State Route No. 1; thence on a curve to the right; tangent to a line that bears North 26°22’10’’ West with a radius of 565 feet, through an angle of 19°10’10’’ for distance of 189.03 feet; thence North 7°12’’ West 31.75 feet to the point of beginning. Said property is also shown on map recorded March, 17 1969 in Book 3, Page 51 of Parcel Maps. EXCEPTING therefrom 75% of all oil, gas, mineral and hydrocarbon substances below of depth of 500 feet from the surface of said land
LEGAL NOTICES as reserved in the deed from David L. Vaughn, et al. recorded January 10, 1969 in Book 1503, Page 443 of Official Records. Parcel 2: An easement for sub-terranean drainage pipe over a portion of Lot 13 of the Subdivision of Ranchos El Pismo and San Miguelito, in the City of Pismo Beach, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, according to map made by R.R. Harris, in 1886, and recorded April 30, 1886 in Book A, Page 157 of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder, said easement being 10 feet in width, the center line of which is described as follows: Commencing at a point that is 11.6 feet Southwesterly of the Southeast corner of Lot 27 of the Stokers Addition to the Town of Pismo Beach, as described in deed in Volume 248, at page 96 of Official Records, and running North 47°15’ East, 86.04 feet (85.95 rec. deed) to the Easterly line of State Highway Route 1; thence South 7°12’ East along said line 280.41 feet to a point; thence North 47°15’ East 505 feet to the true point of beginning of said center line, thence at right angles Northwesterly 230 feet more or less to the Northwesterly line of Parcel 1 as described in deed recorded July 8, 1965 in Book 1357, Page 448 of Official Records, being the point of termination of said center line. April 15, 22, & 29, 2021
CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR TERMINATION OF A GUARDIAN OF AN INCAPACITATED PERSON Docket No. NO17P1064GD Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court In the Interests of: Beverly King Of: Los Osos, CA RESPONDENT Incapacitated Person/Protected person Norfolk Probate and Family Court 35 Shawmut Road Canton MA, 02021 To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by: Jennifer L King of Cambria, CA Thomas H King of Denver, CO in the above captioned matter requesting that the court: Terminate the Guardianship The petition asks the court to make a determination that the Guardian and/or Conservator should be allowed to resign; or should be removed for good cause; or that the Guardianship and/or Conservatorship is no longer necessary and therefore should be terminated. The original petition is on file with the court. You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 A.M. on the return date of 05/05/2021. This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or your attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific fact and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date.
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(March 21-April 19): “Today I feel the whole world is a door,” wrote poet Dennis Silk. In a similar spirit, 13th century Zen master Wumen Huikai observed, “The whole world is a door of liberation, but people are unwilling to enter it.” Now I’m here to tell you, Aries, that there will be times in the coming weeks when the whole world will feel like a door to you. And if you open it, you’ll be led to potential opportunities for interesting changes that offer you liberation. This is a rare blessing. Please be sufficiently loose and alert and brave to take advantage.
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Kublai Khan, ruler of the Mongol Empire and China in the second half of the 13th century, kept a retinue of 5,000 astrologers on retainer. Some were stationed on the roof of his palace, tasked with using sorcery to banish approaching storm clouds. If you asked me to perform a similar assignment, I would not do so. We need storms! They bring refreshing rain, and keep the earth in electrical balance. Lightning from storms creates ozone, a vital part of our atmosphere, and it converts nitrogen in the air into nitrogen in the ground, making the soil more fertile. Metaphorical storms often generate a host of necessary and welcome transformations, as well—as I suspect they will for you during the coming weeks.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein was called a genius by Nobel Prize-winning author Bertrand Russell. His Philosophical Investigations was once voted the 20th century’s most important philosophy book. Yet one of Wittgenstein’s famous quotes was, “How hard it is to see what is right in front of my eyes!” Luckily for all of us, I suspect that won’t be problem for you in the coming weeks, Taurus. In fact, I’m guessing you will see a whole range of things that were previously hidden, even though some of them had been right in front of your eyes. Congrats! Everyone whose life you touch will benefit because of this breakthrough.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Why don’t rivers flow straight? Well, sometimes they do, but only for a relatively short stretch. According to the US Geological Survey, no river moves in a linear trajectory for a distance of more than 10 times its width. There are numerous reasons why this is so, including the friction caused by banks and the fact that river water streams faster at the center. The place where a river changes direction is called a “meander.” I’d like to borrow this phenomenon to serve as a metaphor for your life in the coming weeks. I suspect your regular flow is due for a course change—a meander. Any intuitive ideas about which way to go? In which direction will the scenery be best?
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Cancerian poet Denis Johnson eventually became a celebrated writer who won numerous prizes, including the prestigious National Book Award. But life was rough when he was in his 20s. Because of his addictions to drugs and alcohol, he neglected his writing. Later, in one of his mature poems, he expressed appreciation to people who supported him earlier on. “You saw me when I was invisible,” he wrote, “you spoke to me when I was deaf, you thanked me when I was a secret.” Are there helpers like that in your own story? Now would be a perfect time to honor them and repay the favors.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): What do you believe in, exactly, Leo? The coming weeks will be a fine time to take an inventory of your beliefs—and then divest yourself of any that no longer serve you, no longer excite you, and no longer fit your changing understanding of how life works. For extra credit, I invite you to dream up some fun new beliefs that lighten your heart and stimulate your playfulness. For example, you could borrow poet Charles Wright’s approach: “I believe what the thunder and lightning have to say.” Or you could try my idea: “I believe in wonders and marvels that inspire me to fulfill my most interesting dreams.”
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Virgo poet Charles Wright testifies, “I write poems to untie myself, to do penance and disappear through the upper right-hand corner of things, to say grace.” What about you, Virgo? What do you do in order to untie yourself and do penance and invoke grace? The coming weeks will be an excellent time for you to use all the tricks at your disposal to accomplish such useful transformations. And if you currently have a low supply of the necessary tricks, make it your healthy obsession to get more.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Unexpressed emotions will never die,” declared trailblazing psychologist Sigmund Freud. “They are buried alive and they will come forth, later, in uglier ways.” I agree, which is why I advise you not to bury your emotions— especially now, when they urgently need to be aired. OK? Please don’t allow a scenario in which they will emerge later in ugly ways. Instead, find the courage to express them soon—in the most loving ways possible, hopefully, and with respect for people who may not be entirely receptive to them. Communicate with compassionate clarity.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittarian author Cristin O’Keefe Aptowicz wrote a poem entitled “Not Doing Something Wrong Isn’t the Same as Doing Something Right.” I propose that we make that thought one of your guiding themes during the next two weeks. If you choose to accept the assignment, you will make a list of three possible actions that fit the description “not doing something wrong,” and three actions that consist of “doing something right.” Then you will avoid doing the three wrong things named in the first list and give your generous energy to carrying out the three right things in the second list.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the past few weeks, I hope you’ve been treating yourself like a royal child. I hope you’ve been showering yourself with extra special nurturing and therapeutic treatments. I hope you’ve been telling yourself out loud how soulful and intelligent and resilient you are, and I hope you’ve delighted yourself by engaging with a series of educational inspirations. If for some inexplicable reason you have not been attending to these important matters with luxurious intensity, please make up for lost time in the coming days. Your success during the rest of 2021 depends on your devout devotion to self-care right now.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Sometimes when a disheartening kind of darkness encroaches, we’re right to be afraid. In fact, it’s often wise to be afraid, because doing so may motivate us to ward off or transmute the darkness. But on other occasions, the disheartening darkness that seems to be encroaching isn’t real, or else is actually less threatening than we imagine. Novelist John Steinbeck described the latter when he wrote, “I know beyond all doubt that the dark things crowding in on me either did not exist or were not dangerous to me, and still I was afraid.” My suspicion is that this is the nature of the darkness you’re currently worried about. Can you therefore find a way to banish or at least diminish your fear?
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “Some people, if they didn’t make it hard for themselves, might fall asleep,” wrote novelist Saul Bellow. In other words, some of us act as if it’s entertaining, even exciting, to attract difficulties and cause problems for ourselves. If that describes you even a tiny bit, Pisces, I urge you to tone down that bad habit in the coming weeks— maybe even see if you can at least partially eliminate it. The cosmic rhythms will be on your side whenever you take measures to drown out the little voices in your head that try to undermine and sabotage you. At least for now, say “No!” to making it hard for yourself. Say “Yes!” to making it graceful for yourself. ∆
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