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Editor’s note

At a recent questionand-answer session, Gala Pride and Diversity Center’s board was as transparent as it could be about an embezzlement allegation against the organization’s former executive director. According to board President Julia Thompson, an audit is still combing through the nonprofit’s finances, and the LGBTQ-plus focused organization will know more in the future. In the meantime, Gala is strapped for cash to make it through the end of the year, she said. Staff Writer Libbey Hanson writes about the issue and what the future could hold [8]. Also this week, read about what local community colleges could gain from Proposition 2’s passage [10]; a photography show celebrating the West [28]; and what Mistura offers up as part of a new chef’s table dinner [36]

Camillia Lanham editor

cover photo by Libbey Hanson cover design by Alex Zuniga

Paso Robles school board approves inclusivity program to address racism

After an emotional conversation in October about worsening racial slurs in classrooms, Paso Robles Joint Unified School District is beginning its efforts to address racism and incorporate more inclusivity into its systems and campus culture.

“What you allow will continue,” district Assistant Superintendent Erin Haley told the school board at a meeting on Nov. 12, requesting that board members approve a new Inclusive Excellence Program for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. Having stemmed from the board’s approval of an Academic Inclusion and Excellence Training on Oct. 8 that centered on racism in Paso Robles classrooms, Haley said under the new program the district hopes to address racism and provide a more inclusive learning environment for students in elementary through high school.

She presented the program’s five elements intended to help the district better understand student climate. They include reviewing the district’s expectations of students and determining which students are thriving and why. Through this lens, they hope to eventually identify barriers that various groups of students face in the school system.

“This is going to be ongoing work,” Haley said. “This is not one specific answer or solution, or collaboration, or professional development, or training—so it’s just really important that when we continue to work toward inclusive excellence, that we are looking at our infrastructure as a school district and how it supports every child.”

students feel that way. But some do feel that way.”

When it comes to behavioral consequences, the Inclusive Excellence Program also provides a fivetiered system for staff to follow, depending on the impact of a student’s action and any prior offenses. Consequences begin with contacting parents and can increase to include suspension, according to the Nov. 12 staff presentation.

School board member Kenney Enney—who, according to Nov. 23 election results, was set to remain on the board—said he doesn’t think the program will work.

“It doesn’t mean I don’t think there’s not a problem in this community or in this school district—there is. I just don’t think this is the

Overall, Enney said the district must focus on correcting behavior rather than changing a mindset.

“Unless you start punishing people for their actions and setting up policies that limit what people say or do, you may not change their heart, but you start establishing peace and order,” he said.

Assistant Superintendent Haley interjected and said that the program will provide consequences, but the district is also responsible for education.

“We cannot deny the fact that our data shows that not all students are achieving success at the same rate,” Haley said. “I don’t necessarily see this as frilly, or the hearts—it does impact behavior, and it impacts students’ achievement.”

According to district data, 65 percent of students in Paso Robles schools are Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), 15 percent have identified disabilities, and 15 to 21 percent self-report as LGBTQ-plus. In addition, Haley also said some students feel staff do not address racism when they hear it and that some staff feel unequipped to address racism.

“This is our why. These are our students,” she said. “It’s really important to emphasize ‘some’ because not all of our staff feel that way, or not all of our

Judge sentences Atascadero barber to almost nine years for sexual assault

Atascadero barber and convicted rapist Nathan Abate received the maximum sentence allowed under California law—eight years and eight months—after a San Luis Obispo County jury found him guilty of sexually assaulting two women between 2009 and 2012.

Presiding Judge Michael Frye’s Nov. 19 sentence also requires Abate to register as a sex offender for life despite the now shuttered Cardinal Barbershop owner’s request to forgo registration. The court processed restraining orders against Abate, underscoring the judge’s orders that Abate can’t have any degree of contact with the survivors and their families. He will serve his sentence at the

solution, and I’m sure I’m going to get labeled again as a white supremacist or something,” he said.

He also asked which groups of students were using the “N-word” the most.

“They’re mostly going to be immigrants; they’re not from here,” he said. “It is a new group to the community that probably has not, in my opinion, been educated on what is proper and improper.”

California Men’s Colony and faces the possibility of lifetime parole upon his release.

The sentencing hearing occurred over Nov. 12 and 19, with impact statements from survivors and Abate’s defenders consuming the first day.

“I was just some drunk girl at a party to him,” a survivor named Amanda said. “The women he has hurt will never be whole again.”

Amanda, whose last name the court withheld for anonymity, wasn’t included as a victim in the trial. Naming herself as an “unseen victim,” she told the court that Abate assaulted her in 2010 when she was 20 years old.

Abate, 36, and Julian Contreras—the former owner of the now-defunct Kin Coffee—came under fire in April 2022 when whistleblower “Ashley Doe” accused the pair on Instagram of assaulting her and her friend roughly a decade ago. Since her

School board member Laurene McCoy, who has likely secured another term as well, agreed and said, “We need to have structure and discipline … but also, beyond just Black students, all students, it’s about educating them versus punishing them first.”

The board approved the Inclusive Excellence Program 5-1, with Dorian Baker opposed. ∆

—Libbey Hanson

social media post, allegations streamed in from approximately 40 women who said they were also abused. The men were in their 20s when they allegedly picked on young women or children, supplied them with drugs and alcohol, isolated them, and forced them to perform sex acts with Abate alone or with both at once.

SLO County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested Abate in January 2023 while Contreras fled to Mexico and remains a fugitive. On Oct. 18, the jury found the barber guilty on three counts of sexual assault on two separate victims. The jury deadlocked on a possible fourth count—an allegation of forcible rape of a third victim—with nine of the 12 voting for guilt.

During the first day of the sentencing hearing, Abate’s mother, who didn’t reveal her name, said he

INCLUSIVITY As students face increasing racism in classrooms, the Paso Robles Joint Unified School District board approved a program to better understand student climate and develop a more inclusive culture.

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was a 20-year-old in a “toxic friendship” with Contreras when they allegedly committed the crimes.

Abate’s wife, Brandi Lee Abate, and his pastor, Josh, referenced his faith as they asked for leniency.

“He doesn’t work with kids, we’re not stupid,” the pastor said, and some hearing attendees responded with laughter.

“I did not mean that as an insult,” he said.

Survivor Ashley Doe, the victim whose assault charges the jury deadlocked on, said that Abate raping her roughly a decade ago “was my 10-pound stone.”

“This poison cost me connections with friends and family,” she said.

Abate’s wife named Doe and four other critics of Abate, including the Everything Atascadero Facebook page administrators, in a makeshift cease and desist notification for harassment, bullying, and defamation that she posted on the social media platform.

Doe told New Times that hearing the impact statements from other survivors along with the mother of a victim was “sickening.”

“The pain on her face, and then hearing her daughter’s impact statement,” she said. “My grandma came with me, and my grandma called it the darkest thing she’s ever been to, and she’s 80.”

Doe added that neither she nor prosecuting attorney Kimberly Dittrich have expressed any desire to re-prosecute Abate for the deadlocked charge that was declared a mistrial.

Once she got off the sentencing Zoom call, she said, she drove an hour and a half into a forest with her dog, hiked, and enjoyed relaxing in a hot tub afterward.

“I’m definitely going to spend, hopefully the next couple months, trying to find peace and calm and routine again,” Doe said. “We still have people who are looking forward to Julian Contreras being located and getting his day in court. I’m just thinking of keeping things as peaceful as I can until that moment happens.”

—Bulbul Rajagopal (Libbey Hanson contributed to this story)

Cal Poly merges with Cal Maritime following CSU trustees’ vote

To help save California State University’s maritime school from its financial and enrollment crisis, it’s officially merging with Cal Poly San Luis Obispo to become Cal Poly Maritime Academy.

The California State University (CSU) board of trustees voted to adopt the merger on Nov. 21. The two universities will begin operating as a single institution on July 1, 2025, which Cal Poly President Jeffery Armstrong said he will continue to lead as president.

Over the past seven years, the maritime school’s enrollment has declined by 31 percent, and it currently has a little more than 700 students, according to a CSU board of trustees staff report.

As a result, the academy had to cut costs across the campus, such as reducing office and divisional budgets and expenditures, eliminating vacant positions and downgrading others, and instituting a hiring freeze on all nonessential positions. The school also eliminated two vice president positions and restructured two others with a salary

reduction, according to the same staff report.

In previous reporting, CSU Executive Vice Chancellor Steve Relyna said that the school was pivotal as it provides 25 percent of the country’s maritime workforce, but it couldn’t continue to operate as a university in the face of decreased enrollment and financial crisis.

He said that this merger would help bring the university back up to operating levels.

“Do you look for a partner that would have compatible and synergistic academic programs and training programs that when integrated together would provide something much more powerful than either by themselves? So, we started to pursue that option,” he said in a previous interview.

Because Cal Poly SLO is a growing university with a strong reputation for excellence in engineering, agriculture, and architecture, the staff report states, the goal is for it to share high-quality facilities, staff, and students from diverse backgrounds with the Maritime Academy.

The CSU board of trustees want Cal Poly to share expertise in enrollment management, marketing, and brand-building to help drive up application demand and fundraising to bring philanthropic partners to the academy, according to the staff report.

Cal Poly Executive Communications Specialist Keegan Koberl said in previous reporting that Cal Poly Vice President of Student Affairs Keith Humphrey will move to a new position at the Maritime Academy following the merger.

He will focus on ensuring that the student experience for both campuses’ students remains strong.

Beginning in the fall 2026 semester, the full integration of academics between the two campuses will be complete, President Armstrong said in an email to the university.

“Students at the Solano campus will benefit from Cal Poly’s strong reputation as a comprehensive polytechnic institution and gain access to a broad range of academic facilities and student services,” Armstrong said.

—Samantha Herrera

Paso Robles approves $4 million pickleball courts

New pickleball courts are paddling their way to Paso Robles after the City Council approved a $4 million project for Sherwood Park.

In a 4-1 vote on Nov. 19, the council awarded a $3.3 million contract to JJ Fisher Construction as part of approving a little more than $4 million total for seven new pickleball courts, new bathrooms, and a parking lot.

Public Works Director Freda Berman told the council that the funds for the project are coming from multiple sources, including about $350,000 from park development fees and $830,000 from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, which were dedicated in 2021 to build pickleball courts when the estimated cost was $1.2 million.

An increase in labor, materials, and design costs means the project needed about $3 million more to become a reality, Berman explained.

The council decided to reallocate the remaining $3 million from ARPA funds dedicated to the city’s South Vine Street bridge project budget, a project anticipated to start construction in 2025.

“If the City Council were to reallocate the ARPA funds, staff does not believe it will

create a significant impediment to meet the deadlines under the agreement to construct the bridge,” the Nov. 19 staff report read.

Councilmember Chris Bausch, who voted against the motion, said he took issue with taking funds from the bridge project.

“I’m not so sure taking money from another project, the South Pine Street project, is the wisest thing that we can do,” he said. “We are, in essence, asking taxpayers to fund the pickleball courts and the other improvements that are needed at Sherwood Park.”

And while at least 10 people said they supported the new courts at the meeting, some expressed opposition including Linda George, a City Council candidate who is likely to lose based on Nov. 23 preliminary election results.

George used her time to take a jab at City Manager Ty Lewis, who she’s called her nemesis, in addition to speaking against the pickleball courts.

Interjecting the words “pickleball court” between some of her sentences, she accused City Manager Lewis of “harassing” her on social media for opposing the pickleball courts.

“If you’re going to bring the city manager back, you have got to put him in control … he’s still harassing the people he says are harassing him on social media,” she said. “So, something needs to change.”

Additionally, George asked the council not to use funding from I-24, a sales tax measure that’s currently passing and intended to improve local road conditions.

“We have all suspected [I-24] to backfill any kind of, I wouldn’t say misappropriation, I would say misdirected funds. A pickleball court in 2024 is not a priority in this world,” she said.

Interim City Manager Chris Huot and Treasurer Ryan Cornell denied that any funding from I-24 would be used for the project.

Councilmember Steven Gregory, who has likely secured another term on the City Council based on preliminary results, reiterated that the pickleball project isn’t just for pickleball courts, but for improving Sherwood Park.

“About 25 percent of the projects are for pickleball courts, the other 75 percent for our youth who use this park. And if you want to do the numbers, it’s probably well into 100,000 kids and parents who come out and play baseball, play soccer, play softball—every sport there is,” he said. “So the funds that are going into this project are not just pickleball funds.”

With the council’s approval, construction is anticipated to start in Sherwood Park as early as April 2025 and be completed by early 2026.

—Libbey Hanson

New hotel, car wash proposal passes Arroyo Grande Planning Commission

Arroyo Grande is making more room for tourists with the Planning Commission’s unanimous approval of a car wash and hotel on a 1.57acre vacant lot.

The triangular site on the corner of North Halcyon Road and El Camino Real bound by Faeh Avenue to the south is composed of three separate parcels zoned as highway

mixed use, which means the site needs to provide a variety of visitor-serving and autorelated uses, according to Nov. 19 staff report.

Arroyo Grande Planning Manager Andrew Perez told planning commissioners that the hotel proposes to have 22 rooms, a lobby, a swimming pool, and a 24-space parking lot.

“Hotel guests would access the parking lot for the hotel via Faeh Avenue into a parking lot with a one-way entrance driveway and then egress from that parking lot through the one way to the western side,” he said.

The car wash would operate independently on the other side of the hotel, with a car wash tunnel and exit into a self-service vacuum area with 18 parking spots.

One Arroyo Grande resident who lives next to Faeh Avenue said it was a promising project but having only 24 parking spots could bring an overload of guests’ cars onto the street.

“Oftentimes there’s more than one car per room, and where are those people going to park? They’re going to park on Faeh Avenue or up on North Alpine Street,” she said. “So, I’m just a little concerned about that.”

Other residents were concerned about increased noise from the car wash.

Bob Diaz, owner of another local car wash, said he knows from experience that the blow dryers are “extremely loud for a long distance” and thinks the noise mixed in with the large number of car washes already available in the Five Cities area doesn’t warrant a new one to be added.

“Surf Through Car Wash, … the Pismo Beach Planning Commission approved their car wash project at the corner of Branch and Oak Park. So, they’re going to be in, and that’s nine, and if you approve this project, it will be 10,” resident Bart De Vanny said, adding to Diaz’s comments.

According to the staff report, a noise and groundborne vibration impact analysis was prepared by Ambient Quality and Noise Consulting to identify and evaluate noise impacts associated with the area.

The study states that acceptable noise levels, which are intended to prevent noiserelated impacts that may be detrimental to the public health, welfare, and safety of a community, cannot exceed 70 decibels between the hours of 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. and cannot exceed 65 decibels during the hours of 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.

For this project site, significant noise sources are projected to come from the car wash tunnel, air conditioning units, and the self-service vacuum area. But the noise is measured at an average of 57 to 65 decibels, falling in line with appropriate noise levels.

After a two-hour hearing, planning commissioners agreed this would be a promising enhancement to the city.

Commissioner Catherine Sackrison said she lives by this proposed site and drives by it daily. She said that she would love to see a project like this go into that empty lot.

“I don’t believe that we can grow as a community if we turn down every single application for that lot. Something needs to go in,” she said. “If there were other applicants suggesting other things that we liked better, great, but this is what’s available now, and they’ve been consistent, they’re still fighting, and I think it’s actually a very nice-looking plan.” ∆

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After announcing a financial crisis and risk of closure, Gala Pride and Diversity Center accused its previous executive director of stealing funds.

On Nov. 13, Gala board of directors President Julia Thompson told attendees at a public question-and-answer forum that the board was “well aware of the need of meticulous oversight of finances moving forward and are all feeling the fallout of putting too much trust where it didn’t belong.”

The meeting’s purpose was to provide more information about the accusation against the former executive director and how the organization intends to move forward after years of little financial oversight, which had become more apparent over the past few months.

Thompson told New Times that Gala was not aware of any illegal behavior when its former executive director, Dustin Colyer-Worth, left his post in September. After he transitioned from full time to remote and part time in June, Thompson said, the board determined the schedule didn’t work well and decided to cut ties.

“We weren’t getting the things that we needed out of that arrangement and so just decided to part ways completely as far as his employment goes. But it was in good standing, you know?” she said. “We had no idea about any of the financial stuff. … And once that cut was made, and we took over the pieces that he had been managing as the executive director, that’s when we started finding discrepancies.”

Colyer-Worth did not reply to New Times’ request for comment before publication, and Thompson confirmed that there has been no contact since his departure.

Discussion around the organization’s financial issues first arose in late September when Thompson posted a letter on Instagram asking for community support. Gala faced a “critical financial situation,” the letter stated, that threatened the work and services the nonprofit organization provides to the local LGBTQ-plus community.

“We are at a crossroads,” the letter said, “and without immediate support, we risk losing the lifeline that this center provides to so many.” The board previously attributed this crisis

to decreasing donations after the organization saw contributions and grants drop from $213,234 in 2021 to $65,850 in 2022, and Thompson said that weeks later Gala started finding discrepancies in financial statements. This prompted the board to post another letter in October that accused Colyer-Worth of diverting organizational funds into his personal accounts.

“Beyond being appalled by such behavior, we are deeply saddened to discover a trusted leader of our organization would betray our LGBTQplus community and attempt to profit from your generosity to our mission,” the letter stated.

According to the letter, the organization hoped to provide transparency and integrity with the community and said it is pursuing legal action against Colyer-Worth.

Thompson told New Times she felt it was important to be as transparent as possible regarding the alleged fraud because of Gala’s plea for donations just weeks before the discrepancies were discovered.

“It felt like we needed to be transparent. We were asking people for money in a really urgent way. The thought of our community finding out that we were asking for money and concealing that this situation was happening just felt totally inappropriate and like we needed to avoid that at all costs,” she said. “We wanted everybody to know right off the bat, not only because of the financial situation we were in, but in large part because we were out here asking folks for money.”

At the Nov. 13 meeting, attendees expressed concern and asked questions about the missing funds and if any charges had been filed against Colyer-Worth.

“Tons of questions around this—totally understandable,” Thompson said at the meeting.

According to Thompson, the board doesn’t know how long the funds had been mishandled. With each board member having served less than two years, she said it started “before their time.” However, once the board discovered evidence of fraud, Gala turned everything over to its insurance agency, which is still verifying past transactions.

The agency has confirmed at least $42,000 in stolen funds so far, and that information

yearly audits, according to California Registry of Charitable Trusts.

“Clearly, this will need to change,” she said. Gala is tightening its policies, Thompson said. For example, it will hire a third-party company to handle its finances rather than relying on its executive director and treasurer. In addition, Gala plans to create a financial committee to meet once a month to compare financial statements.

“We are all volunteers with limited time and resources to tackle this, and we are doing the very best we can and will continue to do so, but that’s where we are at,” she said.

Since requesting financial help in September, Thompson said Gala has raised about $20,000 but still needs another $15,000 to function normally until the end of the year.

The 2025 budget is in the works, Thompson said, but it will be modest—and fully available to the public. In addition, Gala aims to hold quarterly town hall meetings to provide further transparency and promote community dialogue.

was turned over to law enforcement for investigation.

“I am unsure of why charges haven’t been filed by the DA’s Office. As charges have not yet been filed and this continues to be an ongoing investigation, I’m not yet comfortable releasing the findings,” she said. “Once I am able to do so I will.”

SLO County District Attorney Dan Dow provided New Times with a statement from Bureau of Investigations

Chief Terry O’Farrell that said the SLO Police Department is currently investigating the case and will notify the District Attorney’s Office once completed.

“Our office has no other details at this point,” the email said.

As evidence is still being gathered, Thompson said at the Nov. 13 meeting, that Gala is also focused on moving forward and developing better policies to prevent embezzlement and mishandling of funds from happening again.

Thompson told attendees that Gala has not conducted an audit since 2018.

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Even if the worst-case scenario were to happen and Gala were to lose its two staff members, Thompson told New Times the organization would remain volunteer-run at its current location on Palm Street, since the building was previously donated.

“I don’t feel at all threatened that we would lose the building. I think on one end, there’s a possibility that we would have to go back to a completely volunteer-run organization, but we would have the building. We would have that space,” she said.

Best-case scenario, she said, Gala would continue to run at a “much fuller capacity,” by maintaining its staff members and having the means to host more events.

“For the most part, we have had an incredibly supportive response. Folks, rightfully so, want answers and visibility, accountability, transparency, but we haven’t had really much at all of just outright negative responses to what we’re going through,” Thompson said. “There’s been a lot of empathy and a lot of support, a lot of emotional rallying and little messages of encouragement coming in from all sides. I think we’ve felt very held through this.” ∆

Reach Staff Writer Libbey Hanson at lhanson@newtimesslo.com.

AT RISK The Gala Pride and Diversity Center, host of the SLO County Pride Festival, faces closing amid a financial crisis and is accusing its former executive director of stealing money.

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For the students

California’s community colleges such as Allan Hancock College and Cuesta College rely on bond measures to help fund campus enhancements, anything from adding new buildings to renovating existing structures.

And in the Nov. 5 election, voters tentatively approved Proposition 2, a statewide $10 billion bond intended for public schools and community colleges. Public schools would receive $8.5 billion for new construction and renovation projects, and community colleges would get $1.5 billion for a mix of new buildings, repairs, land purchases, and equipment.

Hancock is already prepared to take advantage of it.

The Santa Maria community college submitted requests for renovations on Building N or the Sports Pavilion, Vice President of Finance and Administration Dennis Curran said.

“It houses our kinesiology program, our fitness area, our basketball and volleyball courts, classrooms, coaches’ offices,” he said.

The hope is that Building N will get a topto-bottom modernization, as it was built in the 1960s and hasn’t had an update since.

Curran said the building needs electrical upgrades, plumbing upgrades, and a full redesign to help meet all current California code requirements.

“It’s all for the betterment of our students and for their safety,” he said. “It’s to have better learning environments and better environments for practicing their craft, their athletic craft.”

According to the project study that Hancock submitted to the state, the 53,715-square-foot project would cost $26 million to upgrade—as of 2024. The school is requesting almost $20 million from Proposition 2 bond funds and aims to pay the remaining $6 million from district funds.

Allan Hancock and Cuesta College hope to receive needed infrastructure funding from Proposition 2 Act

In 2006, Santa Barbara County voters approved Measure I, a $180 million general facilities bond that has been used for improvements on campus.

The campus used $20 million for technology improvements by upgrading both hardware and software used in labs and classrooms, according to the school’s website.

And Hancock used $112 million of the Measure I funds for nine construction or renovation projects in decades-old administration, lab, and classroom spaces, according to its website.

Since 2006, the campus has completed construction on those nine projects, including the recently opened Fine Arts Complex.

instructional programs and is not capable of supporting new educational delivery systems and teaching methods that are currently utilized by the academic programs,” the fiveyear construction plan states.

Cuesta College aims to add modern infrastructure and technology to the business building, which is expected to cost $5 million.

One of the last but most expensive renovations on Cuesta’s list is repairing the SLO Campus Center.

“The 33,728-square-foot building will serve as the front door to the campus with a welcome center reinforcing the first experience for new and returning students,” the plan states. “The project aims to implement the master plan goal of gathering interdisciplinary services to central locations and locating those which are oriented to the general public near the entrance to public parking.”

But Proposition 2’s passing doesn’t automatically mean that Hancock will get the funds it requested. Curran said community colleges can only submit one facility at a time to the state, and then those projects are ranked by priority.

“We have to do a study and submit that to the state, and they have a scoring process, and all the buildings are prioritized based on their scores,” he said. “They build a cutline based on that priority and the amount of money they have to spend. So, if they have $100 million to spend and the first 10 buildings are $10 million each, those are the ones that will get funded.”

The process takes a few years, Curran said. Hancock is hoping to get funding for Building N in about two years and begin construction in either 2027 or 2028, but hope is all the school can have right now.

Hancock has historically relied on local bond measures to upgrade its campus.

The 88,787-square-foot complex opened for classroom enrollment in 2023 and has housed labs related to music, dance, theater, ceramics, and painting. The project cost $48 million to complete and sits at the heart of campus.

Cuesta College is also hoping to receive some much-needed funding from Proposition 2, said Cuesta College Marketing and Communications Associate Director Ritchie Bermudez.

“It’s too early to tell how much of Proposition 2 will be allocated to Cuesta College for school faculty repairs, but we are ready with our list of prioritized projects,” he said via email.

Cuesta College’s five-year construction plan lays out five projects. At the top of the list is renovation of the 13,824-square-foot business facility, which was constructed in 1975 and has had no upgrades to date. That project is followed by needed upgrades to the school’s science, language arts, and humanities spaces.

“Because of the building’s age, it currently lacks the ability to facilitate state-of-the-art

The Campus Center hosts programs such as counseling, financial aid, cashier services, human resources, foundation, and administrative services and is expected to cost around $50 million to upgrade.

Similar to Hancock, any money from Proposition 2 wouldn’t be Cuesta’s only bond funds. Cuesta has been using funds from a $275 million bond measure that San Luis Obispo County voters passed in 2014 for campus repairs to acquire new equipment, update classrooms, improve career education programs, repair gas and electric lines, and upgrade technology.

Cuesta has completed dozens of projects through Measure L funds, most notably adding in a new aquatics center and data center to the SLO campus, while Cuesta’s North County campus received a new Early Childhood Center and Campus Center. ∆

Reach Staff Writer Samantha Herrera at sherrera@newtimesslo.com.

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BEAUTIFICATION PROCESS Cuesta College hopes to receive funding for five renovation projects from the recently passed Proposition 2, a $10 million bond intended for California’s public schools and community colleges.

You’ll have two chances to be photographed with Grinch knockoff the Green Grouch this holiday season, and if you do, you’ll help generate funds for Operation Santa, which benefits children and seniors in the care of San Luis Obispo County’s Department of Social Services.

quipped. “Personally, I like character acting, so the thought of getting to be a jerk all holiday season while getting paid and raising money for charity sounded like a win-win.”

How’d he come up with the idea?

“Originally, we had a Halloween idea, and it slowly morphed into Christmas because of the parade. It’s also a better time to hawk retail, and since we were new at this, I wanted to do something more in our favor.”

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EARTH DAY!

Banshee Beauty Company hosts the event at 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, located in The Creamery, two days only: Sunday, Dec. 8 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.), and Sunday, Dec. 15 (3 to 7 p.m.). The meet-and-greet is free, but if you want a commemorative photo taken and printed on the spot, it’s $20; or snap your own cellphone photo for $10. Twenty-five percent of the profits go to Operation Santa. During the two-day event, the salon is also launching its first product, a bar shampoo, and owner Jessi Campbell will be offering face painting for $20, as well as permanent jewelry.

This is a family act, and Jessi’s husband, Curtis Campbell, is the man dressing up as the Green Grouch. He’s also decorating a Christmas parade float to look like Whoville, the fictional Dr. Seuss town from How the Grinch Stole Christmas! See him on Friday, Dec. 6, during the 48th annual Downtown Holiday Parade (more info in the fast fact section below).

So why the Green Grouch instead of the Grinch?

“I’m the Green Grouch because I didn’t want to pay licensing fees,” Campbell

“We picked Operation Santa because they take care of people on a local level, and they’re not allowed to advertise because they’re through Social Services. We’ve sponsored kids through them the last few years, and I hated they couldn’t advertise, so I thought I could help by being a hype man for them.”

What about this first product, bar soap?

“Bar shampoos are relatively new. They’re growing in popularity because there’s no plastic—very good for the environment. There’s also no water, so it’s more concentrated, meaning you’re getting around 2 to 3 times more shampoo. It’s designed for hair but can be used everywhere else. We hand-make the product and package it ourselves. This is the initial launch, but it will continue to become more refined through the year. We do plan to create a product line. As of right now, the next product will most likely be a blow dry spray or cream.” You’re a clean one, Mr. Grouch.

Fast fact

• The 48th annual Downtown Holiday Parade comes to San Luis Obispo on Friday, Dec. 6, beginning at 7 p.m. and starting at the intersection of Palm and Chorro streets, traveling on Chorro to the city’s center before turning left on Monterey and travel until turning right on Osos, right again on Higuera, and right on Nipomo when it ends at Dana Street. This year’s theme is “Whimsical Wonderland,” and participants have been encouraged to decorate their floats with enchanted forests, swirly trees, and sparkly snowscapes. Expect 80 to 90 floats during the two-hour parade. It’s a rain or shine event, and parking in downtown is free after 6 p.m. that night. ∆

MEAN GREEN You can meet and get a photo with Grinch knockoff the Green Grouch at Banshee Beauty Company on Dec. 8 and 15 during a fundraiser for SLO County Department of Social Services’ Operation Santa.

PHOTO COURTESY OF CURTIS CAMPBELL

BY SARA RUBIN

Claw back

A bill that claims to be about stopping terrorism threatens free speech

The House Ways and Means Committee met a year ago, on Nov. 15, 2023, for a hearing titled “From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus between Antisemitism, Taxexempt Universities, and Terror Financing.” Committee members and witnesses, including Hillel International President and CEO Adam Lehman and Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt, revisited the still-fresh heartache of the gruesome Hamas attack on Israel on Oct. 7.

U.S. Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-Carmel Valley) spoke about joining the first congressional delegation to Israel following the attack. Part of what emerged was HR 6408, amending IRS code to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist-supporting organizations. It passed 38211 in the House in April, with bipartisan support. It would allow the Treasury secretary to revoke the tax-exempt status of an organization believed to be materially supporting a designated terrorist group. The nonprofit would receive a 90-day notice, have an opportunity to make its case, and could later appeal to the IRS.

We’re cutting down an oak forest in Nipomo

The Dana “Reserve” is an oxymoron, since it reserves nothing. More than 3,000 native California quercus agrifolia, which have lived free in the land of their ancestors for millennia, are to be sacrificed on the altar of lucre. Take a deep breath, and it is air they have filtered. Walk beneath their canopy, take a nap in their shade, collect and process their acorns into cakes, and tell me they have no value! How can a people and a nation be so shortsighted? Our grandchildren’s grandchildren deserve better!

We now must part with heavy heart; Farewell, oh oaken forest!

‘Neath thy cool canopy, We once breathed free!

Oh, what you displayed before us!

With grateful hearts we now depart With gratitude and song; For we’ll not again Stroll through thy glen

‘Neath scent of leaves and birdsong

Hark! Forest green, though now unseen, Thou ancient oaken forest!

Your treetops hewn, Before us strewn; Your death is now before us.

Stephen Siemsen Orcutt

The real Faustian bargain is the one Trump voters just made

Mr. Donegan’s recent epic is touching in that, while still basking in the victory of his

Given that it is already illegal to provide material support to terrorist organizations, this all sounds like bureaucratese—so what’s the point? It would streamline things for an overburdened IRS. And as Kia Hamadanchy, senior policy counsel for the ACLU, says, “This gives the Treasury the ability to weaponize the tax code.”

Hamadanchy wrote to the Senate back in May urging them to oppose the bill; it was never taken up there.

The bill recently made the rounds in the House again in a new form, HR 9495. The ACLU was joined by dozens of groups including Freedom of the Press Foundation, Oxfam America, Planned Parenthood, and the New Israel Fund in urging the House to vote down the bill.

“The potential for abuse is immense as the executive branch would be handed a tool it could use to curb free speech, censor nonprofit media outlets, target political opponents, and punish disfavored groups across the political spectrum,” they wrote.

The updated bill returned to the House on Nov. 12, diminished in popularity; a 256-145 vote, however, did not meet the two-thirds threshold required for passage.

It came back under a different procedure that required just 50 percent to pass, and in a vote on Thursday, Nov. 21, it passed the House with a 219-184 vote.

beloved leader, he takes the time to offer some tips to the losing team. And he puts a lot into his stuff (“Democrats are paying now for a 2020 deal with the devil,” Nov. 21). Tons of words, many with more syllables than I am personally comfortable with, all carefully arranged into compositions designed to enlighten the huddled masses as to his version of truth. Yet, all his eruditeness does little to conceal the fact that most of what he has to offer is little more than pompous drivel.

The real Faustian bargain is that made by Trump voters. I know them well. I was born and raised in Montana, worked construction all my life, and I even shared foxholes with some of them. They are sick and tired of being abused by business as usual, which inevitably results in them getting screwed over. They are fearful that the widening gyre of politics will suck them even further down on the social scale, if that is even possible. They are mad as hell and they’re not going to take it anymore. They are desperate for change. And Trump, (like Obama and Hitler and Mussolini) represents the promise of change. They are so desperate that they will put up with anything, even a great orange maggot, to get that change. After all, what have they go to lose? They are even willing to go to hell to get that change. That is a Faustian bargain.

Mark Henry San Luis Obispo

Is New Times catering to an extremist for more readers?

Extremist views, similar to those of Gale McNeeley, have cost Democrats the election

Panetta supported the bill, even though many Democratic colleagues have defected. He’s one of just two Democrats on the Ways and Means Committee who voted yes on Nov. 21, compared to 14 who voted no.

U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara) voted against the bill, as did U.S. Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-San Jose). She voted yes back in April, and no in November.

“While I strongly support efforts to combat terrorism financing, I have serious

So what’s the point? It would streamline things for an overburdened IRS. And as Kia Hamadanchy, senior policy counsel for the ACLU, says, ‘This gives the Treasury the ability to weaponize the tax code.’

concerns,” Lofgren said by email. “As written, the bill risks undermining civil liberties, reducing transparency, and diverting resources away from more effective counterterrorism strategies. We must be cautious not to overreach.”

That is of utmost importance now that President-elect Donald Trump is preparing for another term. He has pledged revenge

(“Impose cease-fire now,” Nov. 7). His views on Israel and the conflict in the Middle East are extreme and do not reflect the views of a majority of Americans. Unlike others who have written commentaries with similar points of view, his commentary is historically

against opponents. A bill like this makes that especially convenient for nonprofits.

“This is the first battle of many to try to make sure that executive power is not abused over the next four years,” Hamadanchy said.

“There’s going to be a lot more of this.”

Panetta dismisses the change of heart among his colleagues as political, now that the presidential election is over. He also says there is enough evidence—of ISIS, Hamas, and Al Qaeda raising funds via charitable donations— to show a need for the legislation and sufficient protections in place.

“The incoming administration will test our political fortitude,” he said by email. “That is exactly why this policy has so many guardrails and appeals in place while clarifying existing legal authorities to protect our national security.

“I realize that politics can play into the perception of legislation. However, I try my best to operate based on the merits of the policy, rather than the politics of fear.”

Of course, politics are always at play. An analysis by Open Secrets shows Panetta’s largest donor this election was the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), which gave $248,467. ∆

Sara Rubin is the Monterey County Weekly’s editor. Reach her at sara@ montereycountynow.com. Write a letter in response for publication by emailing it to letters@newtimesslo.com.

inaccurate, inflammatory, and verge on hate speech. It would appear the New Times is turning a blind eye to his ranting commentary in the hope of increasing readership? I certainly hope that is not the case.

Speak up! Send us your views and opinion to letters@newtimesslo.com.

Mark Landon San Luis Obispo

A planet in peril

It’s drizzling as I write this, just before Thanksgiving. Maybe we’ll have a “normal” rainfall year! Maybe we can set aside our perpetual worries about another drought cycle. As the hills “green up,” we can worry less about wildfires erupting in our hillsides and destroying us, as we saw in the Mountain Fire in Ventura County earlier this month. That fire destroyed or damaged more than 220 homes, just the latest, unmistakable sign of planetary peril fueled by climate change. It’s tempting to turn our eyes away from this devastating cycle of drought and fires, of floods and hurricanes. Can’t we just concentrate on the upcoming holidays, gather with family and friends, and try not to talk about climate change?

This year is already on track to be the hottest year for our planet in all human history. The World Meteorological Organization once again issued a Red Alert to warn us of the realities of climate change. In 2015, the Paris climate change accord set a goal of limiting annual planetary warming to 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit (1.5 degrees Celsius) over pre-industrial levels. Global warming is about to exceed—may have already exceeded—that target. All indications are that we’ll see up to 5.6 degrees Fahrenheit of warming within a few years as ocean heat rises and polar sea ice recedes.

Yet the incoming Trump administration plans to withdraw (again) from the 2015 Paris climate accords. And late last week, the 2024 COP29 climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, wrapped up without meaningful funding to combat the catastrophic impacts of climate change.

As the Baku climate talks got started in early November, the CEO of Exxon Mobil actually cautioned Trump against withdrawing from the Paris climate agreement. Essentially, he argued that the U.S. needs to retain its place at the negotiating table. In Baku, those negotiations forged a last-minute agreement to raise $300 billion each year—rising to $1.3 trillion by 2035—to transition away from fossil fuels and limit the damages from increased fires, droughts, floods, reduced food production, and sea level rise.

But that pledge came just as Trump nominated Chris Wright as his secretary of energy, another oil industry CEO who posted this just last year: “ There is no climate crisis, and we’re not in the midst of an energy transition, either.” Trump proposes to expand oil and gas production, deregulate coal, and defund all initiatives aiming to reduce planet-heating greenhouse gases.

With apologies to Humphrey Bogart’s assurance to Ingrid Berman, “We’ll always have Paris … ,” no, we won’t! Forget Paris. Forget Baku, and forget about transitioning to a clean-energy economy. Forget the economic benefits from improved technologies, employment growth, and international trade.

Trump won’t contribute one thin dime to that limited $300 billion goal. In fact, the Trump administration will obstruct even state-level or private financing to mitigate climate change, if it cuts into oil and gas profits. The Trump administration will suspend and suppress all research and development on new technologies that could

improve energy efficiency. Other nations (notably China) will take over the global market share of these technologies that might have been and should have been ours.

Is there any hope for this imperiled planet? A few straws may be grasped: Electric vehicles continue to gain popularity. We already derive 30 percent of our global energy sources from renewable, earthfriendly sources (wind, solar, and hydro). Our global energy system is moving toward sustainability on a course that cannot easily be reversed, as solar and wind generators become increasingly competitive.

So as we look ahead to 2025, let’s look to this first major rain that soaked our hillsides, let’s keep faith in our indomitable spirit, and let’s look to the long term. We must not wallow in the grief and despair that so many of us feel from the political setback of this election; we must stand up and resist the creeping authoritarianism that threatens our civic traditions.

We must keep up the fight against this insidious menace of ignorance and greed. If we can prevent even one degree of climate change through our actions, we will reduce human suffering and ecological damage. If we act, if we collaborate, if we organize, we can make real progress through our climatecommitted states and cities.

Here in California, and in San Luis Obispo, we are blessed to live in such a state and community. If you would like to help our community to act, join or donate to the SLO Climate Coalition and/or SLO County Citizens’ Climate Education. Contact your legislators, your county supervisors, your city council members.

And at the dinner table this Thanksgiving weekend, as you listen to your Trumpsupporting, Fox “News”-addicted Uncle Fred

expounding on the virtues of fossil fuels, don’t hesitate to speak up! After you’ve heard him out, gently remind him what we all know about climate change: It’s here, it’s real, and it constitutes an existential threat to our planet. We can and we must take a different path, one that guarantees a future for the children and grandchildren who are sharing that meal with us.

Each of us can help steer the ship of state away from the devastating legacy of fossil fuels and in the direction of renewable energy. As Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Do what you can, with what you’ve got, wherever you are.” And if you can, do it with some people you love—starting this Thanksgiving Day. ∆

John Ashbaugh doesn’t have an Uncle Fred in the family, so he regularly plays the family role as “grumpy Grandpa” as he carves the turkey. It’s gotten so bad that—for the sake of a decent slice of turkey—the carving knife usually goes to the most convenient son-in-law. Send your comments by writing to editor@newtimesslo.com.

What holiday festivities are you most excited about this year? 52% The food. It’s all about the food.

Decorating our Christmas tree.

Volunteering to give back to the community.

Choices and harassment

San Luis Obispo County Superior Court

Judge Michael Frye threw the book at former Cardinal Barbershop owner Nathan Abate. Almost nine years for sexual assault—that’s nothing compared to the lifetime of trauma his victims need to slog through—but it’s the max.

The max! Finally. A serial sexual assaulter gets what’s coming to him, although his wife seems to think he deserves forgiveness. He deserves to have his behavior corrected with punishment. He’s a real fucker.

Just like Stanford swimmer Brock Allen Turner, who was found guilty of sexually assaulting an unconscious woman and spent three months in jail. Or Christopher Belter, who pleaded guilty to raping and sexually assaulting four teenage girls and was sentenced to probation.

Did the justice system finally grow a conscience?

Brandi Abate begged Frye for leniency for the father of her child. She said that he made “past life mistakes we all made.” Um, no, Brandi, we didn’t all “mistakenly” sexually assault young women after ensuring they were too intoxicated to make decisions. She also complained that people were harassing her on social media: “It’s alienating,” she said during the sentencing hearing on Nov. 12. I bet it is. Nothing like being met by the consequences of your choices, amirite?

Brandi also posted a cease-and-desist notification in the Everything Atascadero Facebook page, accusing one of Nate’s

YOUR

alleged victims (her case wasn’t prosecuted) and others of harassing her. This came after she posted a GoFundMe request in the very same group, which people, of course, pounced on with vigor.

Social media is not a safe space, duh.

People harass others for showing their feet in TikTok videos. Why would a request for funds to help the family of convicted sexual assaulter be treated any differently? If you want my advice, which I’m sure you don’t, but here it is anyway: Get off Facebook.

Social media was actually created for harassment! I think it says that in the social contract. Because everyone sucks!

But mostly Nate, Nathan Abate. He’s the worst.

Paso Robles Joint Unified School

District board member Kenney Enney also sucks, but methinks the district’s turning over a new leaf!

The school board actually passed an inclusivity program to tackle its issues with race and bullying, something that Enney actually voted in favor of after saying it wouldn’t work.

“It doesn’t mean I don’t think there’s not a problem in this community or in this school district—there is,” Enney said. “I just don’t think this is the solution, and I’m sure I’m going to get labeled as a white supremacist.”

The San Luis Obispo County Office of Education reports that 49% of students attending school in SLO County are living at or below the poverty level.

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But why would anyone say that about you?

Well. After listening to parents (and a fellow board member) say that their elementary school children had been called the N-word on campus in October, at the November meeting where the board passed the inclusivity program, Enney wondered which students were using the N-word the most.

“They’re mostly going to be immigrants; they’re not from here,” he said. “It is a new group to the community that probably has not, in my opinion, been educated on what is proper and improper.”

Oh really?

The N-word is a pretty American thing to say. In fact, in my opinion (And it’s a college-educated one, shudder!), it’s a uniquely American word, a product of American culture. It is not some commonly used slang in other countries. Immigrants would actually have to learn that word from Americans, first, before using it.

I guess Enney is blaming immigrants for our problems because it’s easier than admitting that he might be the problem. Sucky, suck, sucks.

Speak up!

contribute her 50 cents and her feelings, even though they weren’t really relevant to the pickleball courts that were being discussed.

“He’s still harassing people he says are harassing him on social media,” she said. “So, something needs to change.”

There’s that social media harassment again. Get off social media, people!

At least other people’s harassment is good for a laugh every once in a while. Public meetings can also good for a laugh. A recent Arroyo Grande Planning Commission meeting about a hotel and car wash proposed for an empty lot next to Highway 101 got me going!

I’m a weirdo, I know, but Shredder’s gotta shred, amirite?

Noise came up. The vacuums are loud. The car wash itself is loud. Oof, the decibels!

Bob Diaz, who owns another car wash in the Five Cities area, got up and spoke about how he knows from experience: The blow dryers are “extremely loud for a long distance.”

Send us your views and opinion to letters@newtimesslo.com.

The answer is correcting behavior, he said, not changing minds.

Take it from the mansplainer! But actually, the program does punish students who get too slurhappy with things like potential suspension.

Should Linda George have been punished while speaking during the Paso Robles City Council ’s pickleball hearing for bringing up the word “pickleball” repeatedly while she ranted about City Manager Ty Lewis?

She used the hearing as an opportunity to

And that mixed with all the car washes that are already in the area means that the Five Cities area doesn’t need a new one.

Really?! The car wash owner doesn’t want another car wash in the area. No shit.

“If you approve this one project,” another resident said. “It will be 10.”

What’s more American than choices? ∆

The Shredder is American first but was made in China. Send comments to shredder@ newtimesslo.com.

“When students have new school clothes, they have a more successful academic and social school experience. This is the big success of our Operation School Bell program.”

—Chris Pontius, Vice President, Philanthropic Programs

Hot Dates

ARTS

NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY

CALL FOR ARTISTS: AQUARIUS 2025

WATERMEDIA EXHIBIT Aquarius 2025

presented by Central Coast Watercolor Society seeks California artists working in all watermedia for this prestigious annual juried exhibit. Submissions open Dec. 1 and close on Jan. 5. Exhibit runs Feb. 20 through Mar.31, 2025 at Art Center Morro Bay. See website for full info. Dec. 1 -Jan. 5 $25-$65. ccwsart. com/aquarius-2025-prospectus. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, (805) 772-2504.

COASTAL WINE AND PAINT PARTY

Listen to music while enjoying an afternoon of creativity, sipping, and mingling. The party includes a complimentary glass of wine and canvas with materials. Saturdays, 12-2 p.m. $55. (805) 394-5560. coastalwineandpaint. com. Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough, 824 Main St., Cambria.

FINE ART DRAWINGS BY DON

DOUBLEDEE AND LINDA BENCH Come be inspired by the drawings of animals, landscapes, and more each made with pen and Ink or Prisma Color Pencils. Dec. 1-29 Free. (805) 772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE

PRESENTS A CHRISTMAS CRAFTS

SHOW An all-gallery holiday craft show. Come discover the perfect gifts, art, crafts, ceramics, jewelry, housewares, and more. Dec. 1-29 Free. (805) 772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay.

LARRY LE BRANE’S ART IN LOS OSOS: HARVEST AND HOLIDAY SEASON

Explore Larry Le Brane’s fused glass, sculpture, paintings and drawings at Costa Gallery this fall and winter. Owner Michael J. Costa features diverse work by 20 California artists. They wrap and ship gifts, too. Stop by for seasonal treats and surprises. Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through Dec. 29 Free admission. (559) 799-9632. facebook. com/costagallery. Costa Gallery, 2087 10th St., Los Osos.

LIGHT AND SHADOWS: A PAINTING HOLIDAY GROUP SHOW A fine art paintings holiday group show featuring Joan Brown, Virginia Mack, Pat Newton, Atul Pande, Sandra Sanders, Jose Silva, and Jamey Tobey. Dec. 1-29 Free. (805) 772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero suite 10, Morro Bay. SLOFUNNY COMEDY SHOW AT THE MORRO BAY EAGLES Have a laugh with the SLOFunny Comedy Show. Lineups are subject to change, but always include amazing comedians. For ages 18 and up. Nov. 30 7 p.m. my805tix.com. Morro Bay Eagles Club, 2988 Main St., Morro Bay, (805) 772-1384.

TWO HOLLYWOOD STORIES FROM BY THE SEA PRODUCTIONS Enjoy two staged readings: An Interview with Gladys Walton and My Client Curley Nov. 29 - Dec. 1 $15. my805tix.com. By The Sea Productions, 545 Shasta Ave., Morro Bay.

UNCORK YOUR CREATIVITY: COASTAL WINE AND PAINT PARTY Offering a unique opportunity to sip wine while painting stunning ocean-inspired landscapes. All materials included. Saturdays, 12-2 p.m. $60. (805) 394-5560. coastalwineandpaint.com. Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough, 824 Main St., Cambria.

NORTH SLO COUNTY

MURDER MYSTERY, MYSTERY MURDER

Written by Ben Abbott. Directed by Marcy Keyser-Goodnow. This original murder mystery comedy was written for the Paso High Theatre Company. The show takes place at a murder mystery dinner party that goes wrong. Can you guess the killer? Dec. 6 , 7:30-9:30 p.m., Dec. 7 7:309:30 p.m. and Dec. 8 2-4 p.m. $15. Paso Robles High School, 801 Niblick Rd., Paso Robles, 769-1500, pasoschools.org/prhs.

CHRISTMAS SANTA WALL HANGING

CRAFT All supplies will be provided to complete this adorable Santa. You can choose your own colors, greenery, ribbon, and embellishments to make a unique Christmas decoration for yourself or to give as a gift. Dec. 5 , 5:30-8 p.m. my805tix.com. Craft Crop Create Studios, 4401 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

COWGIRL CHRISTMAS With 200 local, western, holiday artists and vendors. Nov. 29-30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $5/$2. cowgirlchristmaspaso.com. Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles.

HANDCRAFTED FOR THE HOLIDAYS

This annual showcase celebrates some talented crafters and their one-of-a-kind creations. There’s something special for everyone on your list, no matter your taste or budget. Your purchase supports local artists and the venue’s mission of making art accessible to the public. Through Dec. 29 Free. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIRE With more than 20 local makers, who will offer a wide variety of gifts and ornaments (and there’s a bake sale too). Benefits the Friends of the Library. Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-3

TIME TO FLOAT

Morro Bay’s annual Lighted Boat Parade on the Embarcadero will be held on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Scheduled to occur rain or shine, the parade highlights boats decorated with dazzling lights and other flourishes presented by members of the Central Coast’s fishing, yachting, and leisure community. To find out more about the parade, visit morrobay.org.

p.m. Free. Santa Margarita Community Hall, 22501 I St., Santa Margarita, (805) 438-9981.

HOLIDAY ORNAMENT MAKING OPEN

HOUSE Includes all of the supplies you will need to make up to five holiday ornaments. Dec. 7 11 a.m.-2 p.m. my805tix.com. Craft Crop Create Studios, 4401 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

SCRAPPY ORNAMENTS Create a scrappy ornament and learn to hand stitch. All materials provided. Nov. 30 1-4 p.m. $65. (805) 238-9800. studiosonthepark.org/events/scrappyornaments-slow-stitch/. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles.

SLOFUNNY COMEDY SHOW IN DOWNTOWN PASO Have a laugh with the SLOFunny Comedy Show. For ages 18 and up. Lineups are subject to change, but always include five headliners. Nov. 29 7-8:45 p.m. my805tix.com. JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room, 811 12th St., Paso Robles, (805) 238-6932.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

THE 28TH ANNUAL NORTH COUNTY NUTCRACKER Presented by North County Dance and Performing Arts Foundation. Dec. 6-8 Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, (805) 756-7113. 44TH ANNUAL CENTRAL COAST CRAFT FAIR AND HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE Enjoy a fantastic day of crafts, creativity, and community during this annual holiday event, in its 44th year. Nov. 29-30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (805) 441-5660. San Luis Obispo Vets’ Hall, 801 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

ARTIST NICK WILKINSON: ARCHIVED WORK ON DISPLAY Multidisciplinary artist Nick Wilkinson’s early works (2015-2018) will be on display through

the end of November. Wilkinson is a graduate of San Diego State University with honors. His paintings and drawings “exist in a world between investmentgrade abstraction and dirty doodles on the back of a notebook.” Through Nov. 30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. (805) 439-1611. mylrbookstore.com. MYLR Gallery, 1238 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

CAPTURING THE MAGIC OF COWBOY COUNTRY An equestrian photography exhibit featuring authentic cowboys and cowgirls horse wrangling, galloping, and traversing the foothills of the majestic Bighorn Mountains in Wyoming in winter. Through Jan. 15, 2025 (805) 423-6427. The Photo Shop, 1027 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the Midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher, and even Santa Claus. Saturdays, Sundays, 2-4 p.m. and Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7-9 p.m. through Dec. 22 $20-$37. SLO Rep, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 786-2440, slorep. org/.

FIRST FRIDAYS Visit SLOMA on the first Friday of each month for exhibition openings, music, and wines provided by regional winery partners. Admission is free and open to the public. First Friday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Free. (805) 5438562. sloma.org/events/first-fridays/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

HO HO HOLIDAYS For ages 18 and over. Get ready for a holiday-themed show filled with big candy canes, sparkling snowflakes, and plenty to unwrap. Dec. 8 11 a.m.-2 p.m. my805tix.com. Libertine Brewing Company, 1234 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 548-2337.

HOLIDAY SUCCULENT WREATHS

Celebrate the holidays with a beautiful hand-made succulent wreath, to decorate your table or home for the holidays, or to give as a gift. Dec. 8 , 10 a.m.-noon $75 with additional $15 materials fee. (805) 541-1400. slobg.org/

event/holiday-succulent-trees/. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

IMPROV COMEDY SHOWS AT THE BUNKER Come laugh out loud at The Bunker with the Central Coast Comedy Theater. Nov. 30 6-8 p.m. my805tix.com. The Bunker SLO, 810 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.

ORNAMENTS AND OIL WORKSHOP WITH DREW DAVIS Unleash your creativity in a warm Christmas art studio atmosphere. Participants will enjoy a delightful Christmas tree cheese board appetizer paired with seasonal cocktails, all included in the price. No painting experience necessary. Dec. 8 , 1-4 p.m. my805tix.com. Drew Davis Fine Art, 393 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY DANCE FITNESS ART AND CULTURE FOR ADULTS Discover dance as a form of artistic expression and exercise, using a wide range of styles and genres of music (including modern, jazz, Broadway, ethnic). Tuesdays, 4-5 p.m. $10 drop-in; $30 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach.

DIANE ROSE ZINK’S NUTCRACKER Presented by Everybody Can DANCE and the Santa Maria Civic Ballet. Nov. 30 7 p.m. and Dec. 1 3 p.m. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande, (805) 489-9444, clarkcenter.org.

GALLERY AT MONARCH DUNES FALL SHOWCASE EXHIBIT The Gallery at Monarch Dunes in Nipomo at Trilogy proudly presents its 2024 Fall Showcase of original works of art from 19 talented resident artists. Nov. 30 1-3 p.m. Free. Gallery at Monarch Dunes, 1640 Trilogy Parkway, Nipomo, (805) 343-7500. THE HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA Features a wintry yet ultimately heartwarming retelling of A Christmas Carol which is followed by a fractured fairy tale opera parody and the Melodrama’s signature holiday vaudeville review. Through Dec.

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31 Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano. PLANES, TRAINS, AND AUTOMOBILES: MOVIE NIGHT IN THE SECRET GARDEN Enjoy a screening of the 1987 classic Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Hotel guests and the public are welcome to attend. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. as it gets chilly. Nov. 29 6-9 p.m. Free. my805tix.com. The Secret Garden at Sycamore Mineral Springs, 1215 Avila Beach Dr., Avila Beach, (805) 595-7302.

STORYTELLERS Flex’s original holiday production is an enchanting and breathtaking family adventure story. Laugh, cry, and cheer as you become immersed in the magic. Impressive set pieces, beautiful costumes, talented local performers, and a heartwarming story will be sure to leave you in the holiday spirit. Dec. 6 7-10 p.m., Dec. 7, 7-10 p.m. and Dec. 8 , 2-5 p.m. $52.50-$73.50. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter. org/shows/flex-storytellers/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.

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NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY

CAMBRIA CHRISTMAS MARKET Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Cambria Christmas Market, a dazzling winter wonderland, open most dates between late November and late December. Stroll through more than 3 million lights, meet Santa, explore an authentic German vendor market, and savor festive food and drink. Nov. 29 - Dec. 31 5-9 p.m. $25$40. (800) 966-6490. cambriachristmasmarket.com/. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria.

CAYUCOS CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING Features carolers, refreshments, visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and more. Dec. 8 , 5 p.m. Cayucos Beach, The corner of D Street and Ocean Avenue, Cayucos.

CENTRAL COAST UECHI-RYU KARATE-DO Uechi-Ryu

Karate-do is a traditional form of karate originating from Okinawa, Japan. Focus is on fitness, flexibility, and selfdefense with emphasis on self -growth, humility, and respect. Open to ages 13 to adult. Beginners and experienced welcome. Instructor with 50 years experience. For info, call 805-2158806. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, 772-6278, morro-bay. ca.us.

EMBODIED VINYASA YOGA An outdoor yoga practice hosted by Aurora Adventures. Nov. 30 11 a.m. my805tix.com/. Beach Access Parking Lot, 102 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay.

HOLIDAYS IN CAMBRIA VILLAGE This seasonal extravaganza will have open houses at businesses throughout town, a special tree lighting, free hot cocoa, flashmob dancing, holiday music, and more. Dec. 6 4:30-7:30 p.m. and Dec. 7 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. (805) 927-3624. cambriachamber.org/ holidays-in-cambria-village/. Cambria (various venues), Citywide, Cambria.

LIGHTED BOAT PARADE Features dazzling boats decorated by members of the local fishing, leisure, and yachting community. The parade will happen rain or shine. Dec. 7 6:30 p.m. Embarcadero Morro Bay, The corner of Embarcadero and Front Street, Morro Bay.

MAIDEN TO CRONE SISTER CIRCLE Connect deeply with other women. Sharing the things that are close to our hearts creates a space of shared vulnerability that leads to deep connection. First Sunday of every month, 9-11 a.m. my805tix. com. From the Roots Up Healing Studio, 2055 9th St., Los Osos. MORRO BAY HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING Festivities start at 3:30 p.m., leading up to the tree lighting at 5 p.m. Dec. 6 5 p.m. Morro Bay City Park, Corner of Morro Bay Blvd. and Harbor St., Morro Bay.

ONE HEART, ONE VOICE SONG CIRCLE Flow in harmony, peace, and well-being. Dec. 6 5:30 p.m. my805tix.com/. Central Coast Body Therapy Center, 2005 9th St., Los Osos, (805) 709-2227.

SANTA’S HOUSE ON THE EMBARCADERO Get a fun pic with St. Nick during the first two weeks of December. Dec. 6-8 Embarcadero Morro Bay, The corner of Embarcadero and Front Street, Morro Bay.

SHAMANIC MORNING RITUALS FOR VITALITY Hosted by Aurora Adventures. Nov. 29 8:30-9:45 a.m. my805tix.com/. Beach Access Parking Lot, 102 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay.

SLO CAL OPEN SURF COMPETITION The World Surf League will host this event at The Rock in Morro Bay. Dec. 5 , Dec. 6 Dec. 7 and Dec. 8 Free. morrobay.org. Morro Bay Rock, Coleman Drive, Morro Bay.

THIRD ANNIVERSARY SALE Enjoy free samples, a raffle, and the opportunity to win a big prize (for the 24th customer). Nov. 30 10 a.m. Free. (805) 395-9323. plantaeandfungi. com/event/3rd-anniversary-event/. Plantae and Fungi, 750 Sheffield St., Cambria.

THIRD EYE CHAKRA / SOUND JOURNEY AND JOURNALING Join the next class of a transformational series to foster inner harmony. Dec. 3 6-7:30 p.m. my805tix.com/. Central Coast Body Therapy Center, 2005 9th St., Los Osos, (805) 709-2227.

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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3

NORTH SLO COUNTY

63RD ANNUAL PASO ROBLES

CHRISTMAS LIGHT PARADE Embrace the holiday spirit with this illuminated parade, which features an array of light spectacles created by local businesses.

Dec. 7, 6 p.m. Downtown City Park, 11th and Spring St., Paso Robles.

BALANCE FLOW Suitable for all levels. This class is meant to benefit the mindbody connection while emphasizing safe and effective alignment as well as breath awareness and relaxation. Please call to register in advance. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. $16-$22; $50 membership. (805) 434-9605. ttrtennis.com/fitness/ yoga/. Templeton Tennis Ranch, 345 Championship Lane, Templeton.

CHRISTMAS AT THE RANCH The Central Coast’s newest holiday tradition for the whole family is back for the second season. Features train rides, meet-ups with Santa, and more. Nov. 29 - Dec. 22 my805tix.com. Santa Margarita Ranch, 9000 Yerba Buena Ave, Santa Margarita.

FAERIE GARDEN CLASS Peaceful Plants is offering a faerie garden class at the Green Omen Apothecary. Dec. 4 , 6:30 p.m. peacefulplantsca.com. The Green Omen Apothecary and Tea Lounge, 6280 Palma Ave., Atascadero, (805) 464-2175.

HAMBLY LAVENDER FARM GUIDED

EXPERIENCE This one-hour walk about the farm immerses you in the processes of growing, harvesting, and drying this fragrant herb. Saturdays, Sundays, 10 a.m. my805tix.com. Hambly Farms, 1390 Grana Place, San Miguel.

HEART HARMONY: SOUND BATH, CACAO, AND ANIMALS Enjoy an afternoon of sound healing, cacao, and animal connection with horses and goats. Dec. 7, 2:30-4 p.m. my805tix. com. Private ranch, Address revealed to attendees, Paso Robles.

LIGHT UP THE DOWNTOWN

ATASCADERO Shops will be open late during this holiday celebration, which includes the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus, wine and beer tastings, and more. Dec. 6 5:30-8 p.m. Downtown Atascadero, Traffic Way, Atascadero.

PASO ROBLES HOLIDAY LIGHTING

CEREMONY Part of the Cancer Support Community Lights for Hope event. Includes candlelight caroling, greetings from city officials, appearances from Mrs. Claus and some elves, and more. Nov. 29 5:30-7 p.m. Downtown City Park, 11th and Spring St., Paso Robles.

SHOP DOWNTOWN ATASCADERO FOR SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Enjoy the eats, shopping, and vibes of Downtown Atascadero during Thanksgiving weekend. Nov. 30 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Downtown Atascadero, 5880 Traffic Way, Atascadero, (805) 464-2564.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

48TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE The annual Downtown SLO Holiday Parade has drawn thousands to downtown San Luis Obispo since 1976. Held on the first Friday in December, the parade has become a much-loved holiday tradition along the Central Coast, for locals and visitors alike. With nearly 90 decorated floats, marching bands, and more. Dec. 6 , 7 p.m. downtownslo.com/events/ holidays/holidayparade. Downtown

San Luis Obispo, Corner of Santa Rosa and Pacific St., San Luis Obispo, (805) 549-0355.

BUILD BEDS WITH SLEEP IN HEAVENLY

PEACE Help build 100 beds with SHP and the Home Depot for kids in need. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. Dec. 7, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. No cost; donations accepted. (805) 423-1180. shpbeds.org.

The Home Depot, 1551 Froom Ranch Road, San Luis Obispo.

CENTRAL COAST DIALYSIS ORGAN

TRANSPLANT SUPPORT GROUP Not faith based. All are welcome. Please wear a mask. First Saturday of every month, 9:30-11:30 a.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church SLO, 650 Pismo St., San Luis Obispo.

DOOR PRIZE

The San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden will host its holiday succulent wreaths workshop on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 10 a.m. to noon. Instructor and artist Jayne Devencenzi will lead this class, suitable for ages 13 and older. Succulent cuttings are provided, but guests are free to bring their own cuttings as well. To register or find out more, visit slobg.org.

—C.W.

FREE THE ANIMALS FRIDAY (ANIMALFREE CLOTHING IS COMPASSIONATE CLOTHING) This event aims to inspire consumers to show compassion for animals by choosing vegan items during the busiest shopping day. Nov. 29 12-1:30 p.m. Free. (805) 441-5897. facebook.com/ AnimalEmancipationOfSLO. Mr. Michael’s Leathers and Furs, 746 Higuera, San Luis Obispo.

FREE TOURS OF THE MISSION Tour San Luis Obispo’s Spanish Mission, founded in 1772. Come learn its history and about the development of this area. Tours, led by docents, are free at 1:15 p.m Monday through Saturday, and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Sundays, 2-3 p.m. and Mondays-Saturdays, 1:15-2:15 p.m. Free. (657) 465-9182. missionsanluisobispo.

org. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

GYM JAM AND OPEN PLAY CLINIC

Includes one hour of progressive gymnastics skill training, and one hour of open play. No experience necessary. For ages 5 to 17. Dec. 7 1-3 p.m. $25 for first child; plus $10 per additional sibling. (805) 547-1496. performanceathleticsslo. com. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

LIGHT UP A LIFE BY WILSHIRE

HOSPICE Wilshire Hospice knows the holiday season can bring emotional challenges, especially for those experiencing loss. The nonprofit will host a remembrance event. Dec. 4 6-7 p.m. Free. (805) 547-7025. wilshirehcs. org. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

LIGHT UP THE PLAZA Free, familyfriendly, and open to the public. Join Downtown SLO, the City of SLO, event sponsors, and community partners as we “switch on” the lights in the Plaza, ushering the start of the 2024 holiday season. Grab a cozy drink downtown and enjoy the festivities. Nov. 29, 5 p.m. downtownslo.com/events/holidays. Mission Plaza, Downtown, San Luis Obispo.

NATURE NIGHTS 2024 Come see what’s going on at Nature Nights, a holiday light festival featuring live music, local food vendors, and beverages like beer and wine. Also features a local artisan marketplace. Nov. 29 5-8 p.m., Nov. 30 5-8 p.m., Dec. 6 , 5-8 p.m. and Dec. 7, 5-8 p.m. $28 adults. (805) 541-1400. slobg.org. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo. PLAY GROVE, AN OUTDOOR PRESCHOOL PROGRAM A nature-based and place-based enrichment program.

This means we use the environment as our guide as we play, grow, create art, garden, and learn together. Play Grove will allow young children to access this experience alongside enthusiastic playworkers. Through June 7, 2025, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Options: 2 day, 3 day, or 5 day. (805) 242-6301. onecoolearth. org/play-grove.html. Jewish Community Center, 875 Laureate Lane, San Luis Obispo.

QUEER JOY GOGO DANCE PARTY

Remember to bring dollar bills to tip the performers. For ages 21 and over. Dec. 7, 8 p.m. my805tix.com. Bang the Drum Brewery, 1150 Laurel Lane, suite 130, San Luis Obispo.

REINDEER RUN 5K FUN RUN This

December run brings community members together to celebrate the winter season and raise money for SLO County Friday Night Live youth development programming. Dec. 7, 9-11:30 a.m. $25. slofnl.com/reindeer-run. Mitchell Park, 1445 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo.

SANTA’S HOUSE OPENING DAY

CELEBRATION Free, family-friendly, and open to the public. Watch Santa ride into Mission Plaza on a firetruck and enjoy a live performance from the SLO County Band. Celebrate the opening of all of this year’s festive holiday fun in the Plaza. Nov. 29, noon downtownslo.com/events/ holidays. Mission Plaza, Downtown, San Luis Obispo.

SENIOR VETERANS WELCOME HOME

RESOURCE FAIR Find resources and get to know other senior veterans at this events. There will be free food for senior veterans and their families. Dec. 5 , 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. (805) 903-3234. San Luis Obispo Vets’ Hall, 801 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

SUNDAY SLOW FLOW (QI GONG AND SOUND JOURNEY) A transformational evening with Andrew Roof from FLOW Wellness, and Dee DiGioia from Mindful Kindful YOUniversity. Dec. 1 5:30-7:30 p.m. my805tix.com/. Aligned Acupuncture and Wellness Spa, 672 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

THANKSGIVING DAY SERVICE A festive service with hymns, readings from the Bible and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, and time to share your remarks of gratitude. All are welcome. Child care provided. Nov. 28 10-11 a.m. (805) 543-5853. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 1326 Garden St., San Luis Obispo.

YOGA’SSAGE A healing collaboration

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By The Sea Productions Presents: A Sherlock Carol

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of gentle restorative yoga and massage with intention for relaxation and nervous system regulation. No yoga experience needed. Dec. 8 , 4-5:30 p.m. my805tix. com/. Crows End Retreat, 6430 Squire Ct., San Luis Obispo.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

ART IN THE PARK HOLIDAY MARKET

Dozens of local vendors will be selling beautiful handmade items perfect for gifts or to treat yourself. Shop local. Dec. 7 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. (805) 473-5472. arroyogrande.org/events. Heritage Square Park, 201 Nelson St., Arroyo Grande.

BEGINNING BALLET FOR ADULTS Enjoy the grace and flow of ballet. No previous experience needed. Wednesdays, 5:156:15 p.m. $12 drop-in; $40 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach.

BODY FUSION/EXERCISE AND FITNESS

CLASS Do something good for yourself and stay fit for outdoor sports, while enhancing flexibility, strengthening your core to prevent lower back issues, improving your posture through yoga, and more. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9-10:30 a.m. Free. (970) 710-1412. Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., Avila Beach, avilabeachcc.com.

ELEGANT EVENING: HISTORIC VILLAGE OF ARROYO GRANDE Celebrate the season while you tour the Village, do some holiday shopping, and enjoy local fare, live music, and spirits. Dec. 8 5-8 p.m. my805tix.com. Historic Village of Arroyo Grande, Branch and Short St., Arroyo Grande.

HOLIDAY PARADE Don’t miss the City of Arroyo Grande’s annual Holiday Parade in the beautiful Village of Arroyo Grande. Dec. 1 5-7 p.m. Free. (805) 473-5472. arroyogrande.org/events. Historic Village of Arroyo Grande, Branch and Short St., Arroyo Grande.

JINGLE BELL DASH Takes place right before the Holiday Parade in Arroyo Grande. Dec. 1 , 3:30-5 p.m. Free. (805) 473-5472. arroyogrande.org. Historic Village of Arroyo Grande, Branch and Short St., Arroyo Grande.

MULTICULTURAL DANCE CLASS FOR ADULTS Experience dance from continents around the earth, including from Africa, Europe, and more. Described as “a wonderful in-depth look at the context and history of cultures of the world.” Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. $10 drop-in; $30 for four classes. (510) 362-3739. grover.org. Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach.

NEW MOON YOGA, MEDITATION, AND SOUND BATH Guided by the quiet energy of the new moon, this is a time to set intentions, reflect, and align your mind, body, and spirit with nature’s cycles. All yoga levels are welcome and encouraged. Dec. 1 , 7:30 p.m. my805tix. com/. Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, 1215 Avila Beach Dr., Avila Beach.

POINT SAN LUIS LIGHTHOUSE TOURS A docent-led tour of the buildings and grounds of the historic Point San Luis Light Station. Check website for more details. Wednesdays, Saturdays pointsanluislighthouse.org/. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

SANTA CLAUS: HISTORIC VILLAGE OF ARROYO GRANDE Santa is returning to the Village of Arroyo Grande for holiday visits, with special appearances by Mrs. Claus. Saturdays, Sundays, 1-4 p.m. and Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3-6 p.m. through Dec. 22 my805tix.com. Historical Society Heritage Garden, 126 S. Mason St., Arroyo Grande.

SLO COUNTY TURKEY TROT Join SLO Food Bank for the annual Turkey Trot at Pismo Beach, a fun run/walk to support holiday meals for those in need. Nov. 28 , 8:30-11:30 a.m. $25. (805) 238-4664. slofoodbank.org/turkey-trot/. Pismo Beach Pier, West end of Pomeroy, Pismo Beach.

SURFING GOATS Come check out the surfing goats with a show-and-tell at the Discovery Center. Dec. 7, 10-11 a.m. Free. (805) 473-1421. Exploration Discovery Center, 867 Ramona Ave., Grover Beach.

SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS

NAUGHTY OR NICE: A HOLIDAY DRAG BALL Join Mirame Entertainment for a fun one-night only benefit performance to support the Santa Maria Civic Theatre. Register early. VIP seating available. Dec. 6 6 p.m. my805tix.com. Santa Maria Civic Theatre, 1660 N. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

SANTA YNEZ VALLEY

BUELLTON CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

Don’t miss this spectacular lighting that concludes the Buellton Winter Fest (from 4 to 7 p.m.). Dec. 8 visitsyv.com. River View Park, 151 Sycamore Dr., Buellton.

SOLVANG JULEFEST TREE LIGHTING

CEREMONY The Tree Lighting Ceremony is once again slated to include ballerinas encircling the Solvang Christmas tree, other live entertainment, caroling, and the much-anticipated tree lighting (at about 6:30 p.m.). Dec. 6 5:30 p.m. solvangusa.com. Solvang Park, Mission Dr. and First St., Solvang.

SOLVANG TROLLEY CHRISTMAS LIGHT

TOUR Guests will tour the lights of the Santa Ynez Valley, passing through decorated neighborhoods and past illuminated storefronts, all aboard one of Solvang’s recognizable Trolleys. Thursdays-Sundays. through Dec. 29 Downtown Solvang, Citywide, Solvang.

FOOD & DRINK

NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY COOKIES AND COCOA WITH SANTA Enjoy a magical holiday experience at Cambria Nursery. This family-friendly event is a fun way to get into the holiday spirit. Only 36 spots available. Saturdays, 1-3 p.m. through Dec. 21 $20. (805) 927-4747. cambrianursery.com/events/. Cambria Nursery and Florist, 2801 Eton Rd., Cambria.

MORRO BAY MAIN STREET FARMERS MARKET Get fresh and veggies, fruit, baked goods, sweets, and handmade artisan crafts. Come have some fun with your local farmers and artisans and enjoy delicious eats while enjoying the fresh breeze of Morro Bay. Saturdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Varies. (805) 824-7383. morrobayfarmersmarket.com. Morro Bay Main Street Farmers Market, Main Street and Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.

THANKSGIVING BUFFET AT THE LODGE Gather with family and friends for a delicious Thanksgiving celebration at Cambria Pines Lodge. This bountiful buffet features a delightful spread of traditional holiday dishes. Nov. 28 12:30-7:30 p.m. $69.95. (805) 924-3353. cambriapineslodge.com/events/onsite. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria.

NORTH SLO COUNTY

CLUB CAR BAR TRIVIA WITH DR. RICKY Teams of 1 to 6 people welcome. Visit site for more info. Wednesdays, 7-10 p.m. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, (805) 400-4542.

MAKESHIFT MUSE MAKERS MARKET Come experience the magic of local shopping, indulge in delectable wines and food, groove to live music and DJs, and enjoy a variety of fun activities with Makeshift Muse. Nov. 30 12-6 p.m. Free. (805) 369-6100. toothandnailwine.com/ pages/social-club-events. Tooth and Nail Winery, 3090 Anderson Rd., Paso Robles. OUT AND SAVVY HOLIDAY BRUNCH A holiday brunch party with live music and more, where attendees are encouraged to don their best and/or ugliest Christmas sweaters. Dec. 8 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. my805tix.com. Mirazur Restaurant, 1365 2nd St., Los Osos, (805) 439-0058. SIP AND SHOP MAKERS MARKET Knock out some of that “last minute” shopping list, while enjoying a glass of wine, mulled wine, or hot apple cider in-hand. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there, as well as free carriage rides around the vineyard. Dec. 1 , 12:30-4 p.m. my805tix. com. Cass Winery, 7350 Linne Road, Paso Robles.

TREE’S A CROWD

The Solvang Julefest Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place in Solvang Park on Friday, Dec. 6, with festivities scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. The event will include caroling, ballerina performances, and other live entertainment. The tree will be lit at 6:30 p.m. Visit solvangusa.com for more info. —C.W.

TACO TUESDAYS La Parilla Taqueria will be in the courtyard serving up their delicious tacos and tostadas. Menu typically includes barbacoa, chicken, and pastor tacos, as well as shrimp ceviche tostadas. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. (805) 460-6042. ancientowlbeergarden.com. Ancient Owl Beer Garden, 6090 El Camino Real, suite C, Atascadero. TASTE OF TIN CITY WALKING TOUR Enjoy the first ever walking tour of Tin City – an industrial area just outside of downtown Paso Robles – that is home to a community of innovative and passionate producers of high-quality wines, spirits, beer, and more. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $125. (805) 400-3141. toasttours.com/tour/tin-city-walkingtour/. Toast Tours, 1722 Stillwater Ct, Paso Robles.

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DECEMBER HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

The winery is excited to preview its inaugural 2023 Sparkling Rosé and offer tastings of its new release red wines, fresh oysters, and some holiday wine deals. Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Members: Complimentary (2); General Public: $30. (805) 467-0014. villasanjuliette.com/ events/decemberrelease/. Villa San Juliette Winery, 6385 Cross Canyons Rd, San Miguel.

DOWNTOWN SLO FARMERS MARKET Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Multiple locations, San Luis Obispo.

IMPROV COMEDY SHOWS All the improv you see will be on the spot from your audience suggestions. First Thursday of every month, 6 p.m. (805) 540-8300. my805tix.com. Bang the Drum Brewery, 1150 Laurel Lane, suite 130, San Luis Obispo.

PIÑATAS ON THE PATIO What is more festive than a piñata? Join for some brunch drinks and a couple of good hits to a piñata (or two). Good times and goofy prices promised. Turns will be determined on a first come, first served basis. First Sunday of every month Free. Rambling Spirits, 3845 S. Higuera St. (inside SLO Public Market), San Luis Obispo, drinkramblingspirits.com.

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

SLO GRANGE HALL PANCAKE

BREAKFAST Join the SLO Grange Hall for a good old-fashioned pancake breakfast. Pancakes, bacon, eggs, juice and coffee; all for a low suggested donation price of $10, with proceeds to benefit SLO Grange Hall 639. Second Sunday of every month, 8-11 a.m. $10. (805) 543-0639. San Luis Obispo Grange Hall, 2880 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

TRIVIA NIGHT Reservations are no longer required to play. Reservations are now for teams who want to guarantee a table to play. Tables available first come, first serve. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. my805tix.com. Bang the Drum Brewery, 1150 Laurel Lane, suite 130, San Luis Obispo.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

MONTHLY FERMENTATION CLASSES

New topics each month with a thorough demo and explanation of the process that creates non-alcoholic, probiotic, and nutrient-dense fermentations. Leave the class confident and prepared with recipes to make your own at home. Limited seating; reserve spot prior to class by phone/email. Second Sunday of every month, 3:30-5 p.m. $30. (805) 8016627. kulturhausbrewing.com/classes/. Kulturhaus Brewing Company, 779 Price St., Pismo Beach.

MUSIC

NORTH COAST SLO COUNTY

ACOUSTIC GUITAR VIRTUOSO PEPPINO D’AGOSTINO LIVE IN CONCERT There will be original compositions for nylon and steel string guitars and songs from “the Old and New World.” Dec. 6 , 7-9 p.m. $30. (805) 772-2880. coalescebookstore. com. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.

BEACHSIDE LIVE SUMMER CONCERT

SERIES Enjoy free live music by the beach in Cayucos. Showtimes are Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. Also featuring live music on holiday weekends, and on select Fridays and Saturdays in the summer. Check out @ schoonerscayucos on Instagram for band updates. Sundays, 1-8 p.m. Free. (805) 995-3883. schoonerscayucos.com/live. Schooners, 171 North Ocean Ave, Cayucos. CLUB DV8: FREE ‘80S PARTY Includes live music from a local ‘80s era dance music group that covers select hits, while combining guitars and synths with a solid rhythm section. Nov. 29

7:30-10:30 p.m. Free admission. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, (805) 225-1312, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

HIJINX Based in Santa Cruz, Hijinx formed in 2018 as a college garage band, not as a culmination of local musicians, but rather a group of best friends. Nov. 30 7:3010:30 p.m. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, (805) 225-1312, thesirenmorrobay. com/.

SONGS OF LIGHT Presented by the Cambria Community Chorale. Music Director Ron Perry has selected an impressive array of songs to celebrate the holidays with the community. Dec. 8 2 p.m. my805tix.com. Cambria Community Presbyterian Church, 2250 Yorkshire Drive, Cambria.

THE TAPROOTS A steady feature at concerts, breweries, and private events in California since 2016. Nov. 30 2-5 p.m. Free admission. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, (805) 225-1312, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

TRIBUTE CONCERT TO TOM WAITS AND RICKIE LEE JONES Presented by Songwriters at Play. Dec. 1 , 2 p.m. my805tix.com/. Cambria Center for the Arts Theatre, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

TWINKLING TUNES: COMMUNITY

BAND LIGHTS UP THE BOAT PARADE

Enjoy a night of twinkling lights and festive music performed by the Morro Bay White Caps Community Band along with the SLO County Band. Dec. 7 6:30-8 p.m. Free; donations accepted. (805) 459-9543. morrobaywhitecaps.com. Embarcadero Morro Bay, The corner of Embarcadero and Front Street, Morro Bay.

NORTH SLO COUNTY

BRASS QUINTET A delightful assortment of classical and holiday works for brass quintet. Presented by Symphony of the Vines. Dec. 8 3 p.m. my805tix.com/. Hope Lutheran Church, 8005 San Gabriel Rd., Atascadero, (805) 461-0340.

BURLEY THISTLES An alternative rock band known for its authentic guitardriven sound and memorable songs. Easy to listen to, yet full of surprises. Nov. 30 eastoneverett.com. Bianchi Winery and Tasting Room, 3380 Branch Road, Paso Robles, (805) 226-9922.

EASTON EVERETT Easton Everett is a singer-songwriter who blends folk blues and world-beat styles with intricate fingerstyle guitar playing. Nov. 29 6-9 p.m. eastoneverett.com. Everett is a singer-songwriter who blends folk blues and world-beat styles with intricate fingerstyle guitar playing. Dec. 7 6-9 p.m. Free. eastoneverett.com/. Paso Robles Inn, 1103 Spring Street, Paso Robles.

HOLIDAY HARMONY 2024: A FREE CONCERT BY THE ATASCADERO COMMUNITY BAND Features live holiday music, plus an audience sing-a-long. All donations benefit Applause Children’s Theater. The concert, refreshments, and parking are all free. Dec. 8 , 2:30-4:30 p.m. Free. atascaderoband.org. Pavilion on the Lake, 9315 Pismo Ave., Atascadero.

HOLIDAY MUSICAL WALK AROUND THE LAKE Enjoy carolers, community singing, and holiday decor in a charming lakeside setting. Dec. 7 5:30-9 p.m. Atascadero Lake Park, 9305 Pismo Ave., Atascadero.

KARAOKE NIGHT Food and drink available for purchase. Last Saturday of every month, 8 p.m. Free admission. my805tix.com. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, (805) 400-4542.

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Visit site for tickets and more info. Dec. 8 7:30 p.m. Club Car Bar, 508 S. Main Street, Templeton, (805) 400-4542.

OXYGEN DESTROYER, KONTUSION, DEATHGRAVE NECROPSY ODOR, AND MANGLEDMESS Described as the heaviest and filthiest band lineup that has ever shared a stage together in SLO County. Dec. 8 7 p.m. my805tix.com.

Dark Nectar Coffee Lounge, 5915 Entrada, Atascadero, (805) 835-1988.

PEPPINO D’AGOSTINO: LIVE IN CONCERT World renowned fingerstylist guitarist Peppino D’Agostino returns to Coalesce Bookstore for a live concert in

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the venue’s intimate Garden Wedding Chapel. Dec. 6 , 7 p.m. $30 (cash only). (805) 772-2880. Coalesce Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.

RADIANT RHYTHMS: SUNDAY JAZZ AT SENSORIO WITH LIBRETTO PRESENTS THE SCOTT WILKIE QUARTET Enjoy an unforgettable evening of stunning visuals and live music on the Market Stage and Lawn at Sensorio. Food and beverage options available. Dec. 8 4:30-8:30 p.m. $15 (or included with a Sensorio ticket). (805) 226-4287. sensoriopaso.com/ radiant-rhythms. Sensorio, 4380 Highway 46 East, Paso Robles.

SINGING HANDS CHILDREN’S CHOIR

A unique performing arts group that performs across the state for deaf festivals, service organizations, churches, fairs, and other outlets. New members always welcome. Registration open weekly. Mondays, 5-6:30 p.m. $45 tuition per month. singinghandschildrenschoir. com/. Singing Hands Children’s Choir and Performing Arts, 1413 Riverside Ave., Paso Robles.

SAN LUIS OBISPO

ALL AGES OPEN MIC NIGHT Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Liquid Gravity, 675 Clarion Court, San Luis Obispo.

BLACK FRIDAY HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR WITH BRASS MASH Enjoy the band’s unique blend of brassy, high-energy covers that throw classic rock, hip-hop, pop, and punk into an unforgettable mashup. Nov. 29 6-11 p.m. my805tix.com. SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo, (805) 543-1843.

BRADBERRI FEATURED AT SLO OPEN MIC Solvang’s Bradberri (aka Lindsey Marie) is featured, with special guests Ian Fitzgerald, Rachel Sumner, Erika Slikker, Theresa Layne, Yen Seay, and Ricky Berger. Dec. 4 6:30-9 p.m. Free. Humdinger Brewing (SLO), 855 Capitolio Way, suite 1, San Luis Obispo, (805) 7819974, humdingerbrewing.com.

BRASS MASH: FIRST FRIDAY First Fridays are magical nights filled with the vibrant energy of our all-horn band. Join the festivities at Liquid Gravity and immerse yourself in the unique fusion of your favorite rock and pop songs. First Friday of every month, 6-10 p.m. my805tix. com. Liquid Gravity, 675 Clarion Court, San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY ARAB MUSIC ENSEMBLE FALL CONCERT The concert will feature world-class guest artists and a dance troupe that sets the music in motion with original choreographies and beautiful costuming. The group of instrumentalists and vocalists will perform seminal selections of Arab art, popular and folk music, and more. Dec. 6 7:30 p.m. $17 and $22 general; $12 students. (805) 7564849. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/ame/. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY BANDFEST: THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS Cal Poly Wind Bands will perform John Mackey’s “Redline Tango,” Malcolm Arnold’s “Four Scottish Dances,” Laura Estes’s “Wiklow,” and David Foster’s “Holiday Tune.” The Mustang Marching Band will make an appearance and fill the hall with highlights from the season of Cal Poly Athletics. Dec. 8 , 3 p.m. $17 and $22 general; $12 students. (805) 756-4849. music.calpoly.edu/ calendar/winds/. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. CAL POLY CHOIRS: HOLIDAY KALEIDOSCOPE CONCERT The four Cal Poly Choirs will perform, as well as a cappella groups and members of the Cal Poly Symphony. Concert highlights will include traditional favorites, new works and portions of J.S. Bach’s “Magnificat.”

Plus choirs from Paso Robles High School and Cabrillo High School. Dec. 6 7:30 p.m. $17 and $22 general; $12 students. (805) 756-4849. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/choirs/.

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

CAL POLY PIANO STUDENT RECITAL A free recital presented by Cal Poly Music Department student pianists. Dec. 3 7:30 p.m. Free. (805) 756-2406. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/free/. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY VOCAL STUDENT RECITAL A free recital presented by Cal Poly Music Department student vocalists. Dec. 5 , 7:30 p.m. Free. (805) 756-2406. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/free/. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

CUESTA CONCORD CHORUS CONCERT: “DONA NOBIS PACEM” (SINGING FOR PEACE) The Cuesta Concord Chorus and Orchestra, directed by Cassandra Tarantino, present their winter concert, featuring “Christmas Oratorio I” by J. S. Bach. Dec. 6 , 7:30-9 p.m. General $22; Student with ID $5; No charge for Veterans and their spouses. (805) 546-3198. tickets.cuesta. edu. Harold J. Miossi CPAC at Cuesta College, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

CUESTA JAZZ ENSEMBLES WINTER CONCERT Don’t miss this chance to hear the best from the student combos and big band. Directed by Ron McCarley, this concert features a variety of big band music from the well-known big band classics, to quirky modern tunes, and more. Dec. 7, 7:30-9 p.m. $10-$17. (805) 546-3198. tickets.cuesta.edu. Harold J. Miossi CPAC at Cuesta College, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

CUESTA WIND CHAMBER CONCERT The Cuesta Wind Ensemble presents its chamber music concert, featuring small group and solo performances. Enjoy an intimate evening of music complete with a unique view of the beautiful CPAC, as the audience sits on stage with the performers. Dec. 4 7:30-9 p.m. $5. (805) 546-3198. tickets.cuesta.edu. Harold J. Miossi CPAC at Cuesta College, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. LIVE MUSIC FROM GUITAR WIZ BILLY FOPPIANO AND MAD DOG Join “Guitar Wiz” Billy Foppiano and his trusty side kick Mad Dog for a mix of blues, R&B, and more. Saturdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (805) 544-2100. Bon Temps Creole Cafe, 1819 Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, bontempscreolecafe.com/index.htm.

MARK O’CONNOR’S AN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS (FEATURING MAGGIE O’CONNOR) Three-time Grammywinning composer and fiddler Mark O’Connor brings an elegance and earnestness to his holiday tour with fresh arrangements of Christmas classics, both vocal and instrumental, featuring his wife Maggie O’Connor on fiddle and vocals. Presented by Cal Poly Arts. Dec. 5 , 7:30 p.m. (805) 756-4849. calpolyarts.org/20242025-season/oconnors-anappalachian-christmas. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

PALM STREET POINSETTIAS The Ah Louis Store is thrilled to bring caroling to the corner of Chorro and Palm Street every Saturday this holiday season. Saturdays, 4-7 p.m. through Dec. 21 Ah Louis Store, 800 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. SEASON OF LIGHT Festive Choral music with the awardwinning Vocal Arts Ensemble. Holiday singalong included. Dec. 7 3 p.m. $30-$40. (805) 541-6797. vocalarts.org. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, 751 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Festive holiday music from the award winning Vocal Arts Ensemble with traditional holiday singalong at the end. Guest musicians included. Dec. 8 , 3-5 p.m. $30. (805) 541-6797. vocalarts.org. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

SLO BLUES SOCIETY PRESENTS JASON RICCI AND THE BAD KIND The Burning James Blues Band opens the show. Dec. 7 6:30 p.m. my805tix.com. Odd Fellows Hall, 520 Dana St., San Luis Obispo.

VOCAL ARTS ENSEMBLE PRESENTS SEASON OF LIGHT Guests will hear a mix of genres, with traditional, modern, innovative, and lighthearted (emphasis on “light”) pieces woven together. Dec. 8 , 3-5 p.m. my805tix.com. Harold J. Miossi CPAC at Cuesta College, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. WINTER HARMONIES The 25th anniversary concert with SLO Wind Orchestra and Handbells. Don’t miss this seasonal music celebration. Dec. 7 2-3:30 & 5-6:30 p.m. Admission ranges from free to $30. (805) 464-7804. SLOwinds.org. SLO United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo.

SOUTH COAST SLO COUNTY

ABBA HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS An unforgettable night of your favorite Christmas songs intermixed with some of ABBA’s greatest hits. Starring the cast of ABBAFAB, a band that “recreates ABBA’s iconic sound so closely that it’s hard to believe every Christmas song wasn’t recorded by ABBA themselves,” according to the Clark Center. Nov. 29 7:30-10:30 p.m. $49.50-$70.50. (805) 489-9444. clarkcenter.org/shows/ abba-holly-jolly-christmas/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande. SANTA MARIA VALLEY/LOS ALAMOS SANTA MARIA PHILHARMONIC: BAROQUE ELEGANCE SEASON CONCERT The Santa Maria Philharmonic

THE SLO WIND ORCHESTRA WINTER HARMONIES

Saturday, December 7th at 2pm & 5pm

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music featuring the world-famous Atascadero UMC Handbell Choir. Enjoy festive pieces like Niehaus: Festival of Hanukah, Reed: Russian Christmas Music, Anderson: Sleigh Ride, plus a sing-along and more!

SLOWINDS.ORG (805) 464-7804

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Cheryl Strahl’s images of cowboy country hang at The Photo Shop in SLO Arts

Community Foundation of SLO County sponsors free Noon Year’s Eve concert

The Santa Maria Valley Senior Citizens Club and Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department are partnering to co-host a free New Year’s Eve celebration, albeit about 12 hours earlier than most parties designed to ring in 2025.

The Noon Year’s Eve Celebration Dance will take place at the Elwin Mussell Senior Center in Santa Maria on Tuesday, Dec. 31, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission to the event is free, thanks to grant funding from the Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo County, according to press materials.

The dance will feature live music from the Riptide Big Band and accompanying vocalists Bob Nations and Mitch Latting, both of whom often collaborate with the local ensemble.

Based in the Santa Maria Valley and led by former music teacher Judy Lindquist, the group includes musicians from both Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties and specializes in big band era music, soft rock from the ’60s and ’70s, the music standards of the ’30s and ’40s, and “pretty much anything written for standard big band orchestration,” according to the group’s website. Thanks to consistent funding from the Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo County, the Riptide Big Band has been providing live dance events with free admission at venues across Central Coast for several years.

To find out more about the upcoming Noon Year’s Eve Celebration and other upcoming dance concerts featuring the Riptide Big Band, call (775) 8135186 or visit riptidebb.com. The Elwin Mussell Senior Center is located at 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria.

For more info on the Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo County, call (805) 543-2323 or visit cfsloco.org.

Since 1998, the nonprofit has awarded grants and scholarships that total more than $37 million, according to the organization’s website. The nonprofit’s headquarters is located at 550 Dana St., San Luis Obispo.

Local student choirs

unite for Cal Poly’s

festive holiday recital

Cal Poly Choirs presents its annual Holiday Kaleidoscope Concert at the Performing Arts Center in SLO on Friday, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m. The college’s four student choirs will be accompanied by members of the Cal Poly Symphony and additional guest artists.

The event will also feature performances from the Cabrillo High School student choir and the Paso Robles High School student choir. For tickets or more info, visit music.calpoly.edu.

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—Caleb Wiseblood

BY CAMILLIA LANHAM

A taste of the West

With chilly ngers and the right light, Atascadero photographer Cheryl Strahl clicked her shutter closed repeatedly to capture cowboys and cowgirls on horseback at a ranch in Wyoming.

e results of that trip to e Hideout guest ranch near Shell, Wyoming—Capturing the Magic of Cowboy Country—will hang on the walls of e Photo Shop in downtown San Luis Obispo through Jan. 15. Photographs of red hills with fresh snow sidle up next to bundled-up cowboys and cowgirls, horses with and without riders, and landscapes awash in a golden glow.

“Photography allows me to get out and experience things, things I’ve never done before, seen before,” Strahl said. “I never would have experienced all the places I’ve been if it hadn’t been for photography.”

Her pilgrimage to the 650,000-acre ranch came courtesy of a photography workshop from Action Photo Tours, one of several Strahl’s taken since retiring from her software engineering gig in the drilling industry. Although workshops aren’t the only reason or way in which she travels the world, they are something that’s taken her from Alaska’s North Slope for polar bears (bears are her favorite thing to photograph, she said) to Venice, Italy, for Carnival celebrations.

Go West

Cheryl Strahl’s exhibition Capturing the Magic of Cowboy Country is up at The Photo Shop in downtown San Luis Obispo through Jan. 15. For hours and more information, visit photoshopslo.com. To check out more of Strahl’s work, visit cheryl-strahl.pixels.com. Find Strahl’s images and others on Christmas cards at Art Central in SLO—proceeds from Strahl’s cards will benefit the SLO Food Bank.

After she retired, Strahl said, she decided to get serious about photography and enrolled in a National Geographic photography workshop in New Mexico. ere, she did street photography in Santa Fe and captured the scenery on Georgia O’Kee e’s Ghost Ranch.

What she learned there enabled her to see the world with a di erent eye.

said, is that the folks leading them know where and when the best light is, where the best scenes will be. ey really are experts, she said.

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“It just got me … to really know what to look for. Not just take pictures, but actually to do photography, which is actually visualizing, knowing what you’re looking for, composing, looking for the right light—all of those come together,” Strahl said. “It’s hard to explain. It’s just a feeling; you just know when you’re getting it.”

e nice bonus about attending workshops, she

She was in Wyoming for a week, she said, and they shot ve of the seven days they were there. Photographers went out early in the morning for sunrise and out in the evening for sunset. eir subjects were local cowboys and cowgirls, who either owned their own ranches or worked in the area; horses; and the expansive scenery. “Most of the shots were action shots,” she said. “So that was a challenge.”

e very rst morning they went out, temperatures were below zero and one of her camera bodies actually froze up, which is why you always bring two camera bodies on a trip, she said with a laugh.

“I got to go out into the Wild West every day, and photography just kind of became the frosting on the cake,” she said. “Just being there with all the cowboys and cowgirls and the horses and the scenery, that was the true trip for me.” ∆

Editor Camillia Lanham is ready for a trip back to Montana. Send art tips to clanham@ newtimesslo.com.

RANGE-RIDING Atascadero-based photographer Cheryl Strahl shows off the magic of Wyoming in her current show up at The Photo Shop through Jan. 15.

COURTESY PHOTOS BY CHERYL STRAHL

WEST INSPIRED A photography workshop on a 650,000-acre ranch near Shell, Wyoming, served as the setting for many of the images in Cheryl Strahl’s exhibition, Capturing the Magic of the Cowboy Country.

SILHOUETTE Red rocks, snow, horses, and cowboys were highlights of Cheryl Strahl’s trip to a Wyoming guest ranch, The Hideout, for a photography workshop.

with special guests!

Chookasian Armenian Concert Ensemble

Guests are John Chookasian, clarinet; Barbara Chookasian, lead vocals; Ishmael, kanun; Paul Ohanesian, oud; and Mark Toomajian, dumbeg. The concert will feature Arab and Armenian music genres, and a dance troupe. The groups will join to play “Ah Ya Zayn,” a folksong arranged by Arab Music Ensemble Director Ken Habib.

DEC. 7, 2024 • 7:30 P.M. SATURDAY

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$12 students, $17 and $22 general | pacslo.org, 805-756-4849 More information: music.calpoly.edu/calendar

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CAL POLY CHOIRS’ HOLIDAY KALEIDOSCOPE

LOMPUNK805 CHRISTMAS BEATDOWN

Of heroes and villains …

Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights) directs this musical featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Winnie Holzman that’s a loose adaptation of Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel Wicked: e Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West, which in turn was based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel e Wonderful Wizard of Oz and its 1939 lm adaptation. ink of it as a Wicked Witch origin story starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba (eventually the wicked one) and Ariana Grande as Glinda (eventually the good one). Je Goldblum stars as the Wizard. is is part one of two. (160 min.)

WICKED: PART I

What’s it rated? PG

What’s it worth, Anna? Full price

What’s it worth, Glen? Full price

Where’s it showing? Bay, Colony, Downtown Centre, Park, Stadium 10

Glen I’m not familiar with this musical, but I can certainly see why it’s so popular. e songs are catchy, and it asks important questions. Are people born bad or made bad? e old issue of nature versus nurture. e answer is messy enough to be interesting. Examining bigotry is another central theme. ough the cast is multiracial and all seemingly accepted by one another, albeit within the cliques of adolescence, Elphaba is green—the only green person, the “other.” She’s ostracized for her di erences, but it’s not just her skin color that’s unique. She also seems to have magical powers within her, which the Wizard and Shiz University magic professor Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh) hope to exploit. e story also centers on Galinda, whose “brand” is kindness but who is shallow, needy, and narcissistic. Her relationship with Elphaba o ers opportunities for character building. At two hours and 40 minutes, the lm’s a tad long, but I’m happy to report it doesn’t lag. Interestingly, the stage musical runs just

MY OLD ASS

What’s it rated? R

When? 2024

Thurs: 7:00

Where’s it showing? Amazon Prime

Writer-director Megan Park (The Fallout ) helms this irreverent coming-of-age story about avowed lesbian Elliott (Maisy Stella), who’s on the cusp of her 18th birthday and about to leave her family’s cranberry farm to head to college in Toronto.

She and her two besties, Ro (Kerrice Brooks) and Ruthie (Maddie Ziegler), take her boat across the local lake where they plan to celebrate her birthday by eating psilocybin mushrooms. At first Elliott thinks the shrooms aren’t working, but suddenly a woman appears, explaining that she’s

TRIPPIN’ When avowed lesbian, Elliott (Maisy Stella), takes mushrooms on her 18th birthday, her 39-year-old older self (Aubrey Plaza) appears, giving her life advice to aid in her future, in My Old Ass, streaming on Amazon Prime.

two hours and 30 minutes, so this Part I alone is 10 minutes longer than the complete musical! ese two-parters always feel a little like a cash grab to me, but so far, it’s worth the price of admission.

Anna Elphaba is spotted by Morrible when dropping her sister Nessarose (Marissa Bode) o at school, and Morrible immediately sees the power that Elphaba holds. e Shiz isn’t some ordinary boarding school. ere are professors who are talking animals, like the goat history teacher, Dr. Dillamond (Peter Dinklage), that Elphaba takes a shine to immediately. Unfortunately, it seems the world of Oz doesn’t look too kindly on their animal friends, and soon it becomes Elphaba’s mission to visit the wizard and correct the wrongs she sees going on. In the end, this story is really about Elphaba and Galinda and how the two rivals once had a beautiful friendship. I loved it. Glen e ying monkeys and the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 lm scared the crap out of me as a kid. is lm’s rated PG, but I don’t think it’s as scary as the original. is origin story also explains how

her counterpart, 39-year-old Elliott (Aubrey Plaza), who begins giving her advice like spending more time with her family before she leaves and, most importantly, don’t date anyone named “Chad.” Naturally, she almost immediately meets a boy named Chad (Percy Hynes White), who’s been hired for the summer to work her family’s farm. If you’re thinking this is an Aubrey Plaza movie, it’s not. Yes, she’s an integral part of the story and a wisecracking joy to behold, but young Elliott is the focus. Slowly but surely, the avowed lesbian begins to warm to Chad, calling into question her sexual orientation. We really get to know Elliott and Chad, and their blossoming love is charming as heck. (89 min.)

—Glen

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What’s it rated? TV-MA

When? 2024

Where’s it showing? Apple TV-Plus

the monkeys came to be. Animal rights is yet another explored theme. Doing the right thing can be complicated, and both Elphaba and Galinda have to make di cult, character-shaping choices. I’m not familiar with Grande’s music, but she has a very operatic voice; but Erivo? Holy guacamole, she’s got an absolutely remarkable sound. In fact, the whole cast shines bright, and the costumes and sets are eyepopping. I hope we don’t have to wait too long for Part II. Anna e lm has the bene t of being funny too. Galinda is a hair-tossing girly-girl who’s used to getting what she wants when she wants it, and she lets her mean girl shine through until a little compassion kicks in and she and Elphaba become reluctant friends. Elphaba is all walls and has more than a chip on her shoulder, but she can’t help but soften as well. I’m excited for Part II and to hear the rest of the tale of how the “good” and the “bad” came to be. ∆

Senior Sta Writer Glen Starkey and freelancer Anna Starkey write Split Screen. Comment at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

amed Mexican auteur Alfonso Cuarón (Y tu mama también, Gravity, Roma) helms this miniseries based on Renée Knight’s 2015 novel about documentarian Catherine Ravenscroft (Cate Blanchett), who receives a mysterious novel she believes features her as a central character portrayed as a heartless philanderer. She learns it was sent by retired schoolteacher Stephen Brigstocke (Kevin Kline), the father of Jonathan Brigstocke (Louis Partridge) who died 20 years earlier saving Catherine’s son, Nicholas (George Haarer), from drowning, and who, according to Brigstocke’s novel, had an affair with

SECRETS AND LIES

Kevin Kline stars as Stephen Brigstocke and Cate Blanchett as Catherine Ravenscroft, in the dark miniseries Disclaimer, streaming on Apple TV-Plus.

Catherine (Leila George) after her husband left their seaside vacation early. Stephen holds Catherine responsible for his son’s death. Eventually, Rashomon -style, we see flashbacks of competing versions of the truth about what happened 20 years ago between Catherine and Jonathan, but the heart of the series is Catherine coming to grips with who she is as a person as well as her messy life with her drug-abusing now-adult son, Nicholas (Kodi Smit-McPhee), and her very devastated husband, Robert (Sacha Baron Cohen). It’s a study about how rumors can damage a life, and the guilt we carry for our perceived shortcomings. There’s a massive amount of talent behind this somber, dour tale. (seven 45- to 55-min episodes) ∆ —Glen

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ORIGIN STORY Ariana Grande (left) stars as Glinda, eventually the good witch, and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, eventually the wicked witch, in the musical Wicked, screening in local theaters.

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BY GLEN STARKEY

Let them be heard

Nonprofit recording studio

The Rec Hub caters to

youthful bands

When you’re a young, upcoming performer, trying to get your career going, it’s essential to record some songs as a calling card to potential venues and booking agents, but going into a recording studio is typically expensive, and younger bands don’t always have the experience to make the most efficient use of their studio time. That’s where The Rec Hub comes in. It’s a nonprofit recording studio catering to younger performers with an hourly rate of just $20. “The idea is to give the people opportunity to get a good recording,” said studio founder Ivan Ditscheiner. “I had bands showing me their demos, and they were just the worst thing. I thought, there’s got to be a way for these kids to get a good recording without having to pay a lot.”

Hence, he started The Rec Hub about a year and a half ago, creating a 501c3 nonprofit, recording bands in his Morro Bay home studio. Now he’s in the process of moving the studio to a permanent location in Atascadero, refurbishing a 20-by-24-foot garage off Santa Rosa Road.

“It’s got a high ceiling, about 12 1/2 feet,” Ditscheiner noted. “It was formerly a welding shop, and it was fully insulated, so we’ve needed to do little sound proofing.”

The new location should be up and

running in the next few weeks. So, how did he learn about sound engineering?

“I’ve been a musician for a long time and have done a number of recording projects at home,” Ditscheiner said. “Recording has always been a hobby and something I’m passionate about. I’d heard about the recording arts classes at Cuesta College and how amazing the studio there is, so I enrolled in the program.”

The four-semester course culminates in recording a band, and Ditscheiner tapped local indie and surf rock quartet The Sandspits.

“In the process, I also learned more about the young, college music scene and how many good bands are out there,” Ditscheiner added. “Then I thought there was no way I could stop recording after such a positive experience and decided to open a nonprofit to help more youth like The Sandspits get their music out.”

So far, the studio functions solely on the nominal rates it charges bands, but Ditscheiner is hoping his nonprofit will apply for grants. More funding would also mean upgrading equipment. He’s currently working with Spokes, a SLO County nonprofit organization that provides other nonprofits assistance. There’s also a donation button on his website, therechub.org, where people can leave a tax-deductible donation to help subsidize the operation.

“We typically cater to late teens to mid20s,” Ditscheiner explained, “and we’re incredibly generous with our time. We

always want to make sure finances will not get in the way of bands releasing their music. For example, a band called Donde will be releasing their six-song EP this Thursday. We recorded their music over two days, then a few overdub sessions, and their bill was barely over $300. This includes mixing and mastering.”

Ditscheiner is also looking for volunteers and interns interested in working with young bands.

“Most importantly is for our youth to know that they can have a very unique opportunity,” Ditscheiner concluded. “We really put a lot of focus on creating a

friendly and welcoming environment for the musicians. There’s no time pressure. And we don’t rest until the mixes are fully approved by the bands.”

Contact Ivan Ditscheiner at (805) 242-1084 or rechubslo@gmail.com.

The Siren

Thanks to the holiday, a lot of venues are dark this week, but The Siren is still burning bright. Club DV8 will play covers of ’80s dance music on Friday, Nov. 29 (7:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; free). Hear songs by David

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Cate Armstrong, “Maybe This Time” Azere Wilson, “Bittersweet Addiction” Little Tyme, “Sailing Around Nassau”

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R&B/Blues Hot 45, “Can’t Stop” IMVA, “Feel My Love” The Loving Mosh, “After Sunset”

Rock/Alternative Carbon City Lights, “Sky Blue” Big Sierra, “I Don’t Know Why” Jovian Queen, “Sirens Over Gravesend”

Country/Americana/Folk

Azere Wilson, “Wish For You” Noach Tangeras, “Put Me On A Train” Ynana Rose, “One Eyed Ghost”

Local Legend Ed Frawley

Readers’ Choice

Big Sierra

Best Live Performance Carbon City Lights

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MUSICAL YOUTH Sound engineer Ivan Ditscheiner (center) stands with members of The Krooks, one of the youthful bands he recorded at his nonprofit recording studio, The Rec Hub.

WINNER-WINNER Carbon City Lights took home the awards for Best Rock/Alternative

PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

Wind Ensemble

“Redline Tango” - John Mackey

Bowie, The Cars, INXS, The Cure, Michael Jackson, and many more.

Americana duo The Taproots play on Saturday, Nov. 30 (2 to 5 p.m.; 21-and-older; free). You can also pick up rock, jazz, and folk influences in their sound.

Formed as a college garage band in Santa Cruz in 2018, Hijinx has grown into a polished reggae act that blends ska, punk, and metal into their sound. Check them out on Saturday, Nov. 30 (7:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; free).

The Siren’s big, ticketed show this week is Marty O’Reilly on Thursday, Dec. 5 (7 p.m.; 21-andolder; $18.48 at tixr.com).

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Poly Arts

More holiday fare awaits when Mark O’Connor’s An Appalachian Christmas featuring his wife, Maggie O’Connor, comes to Cal Poly’s Performing Arts Center on Thursday, Dec. 5 (7:30 p.m.; all ages; $38 to $58 at pacslo.org). Three-time Grammywinning composer and fiddler delivers downhome bluegrass and folk music, and his Christmas show includes fresh arrangements of Christmas classics.

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According to his bio, explaining his “music is like describing a dream. It feels familiar, but at the same time unchartered. His songs sound bluesy but not blues, folk but not folk, soulful but not soul. Marty’s voice is beautiful and unique, his lyrics stark yet lush over gritty electrified guitar, melding beautifully into genredefying music within the vast definitions of Americana.”

The Clark Center

Get into the disco holiday spirit when ABBA Holly Jolly Christmas plays on Friday, Nov. 29 (7:30 p.m.; all ages; $49.50 to $70.50 at clarkcenter.org). The cast of ABBA tribute band ABBAFAB will bring you a night of your favorite Christmas songs, with some of ABBA’s greatest hits sprinkled on top.

Rod & Hammer Rock

Ultimate mash-up band Brass Mash plays on Friday, Nov. 29 (7 p.m.; all ages; $20 at my805tix.com and brassmash. com), bringing their horn-driven rearranged covers of hit songs.

“The band has had its best shows in its existence in 2024,” bandleader Colin Dean said. “This year we played Live Oak, Whale Rock, and Concerts in the Plaza, and the group sounds better than ever! We’re kinda hoping there are a lot of bored people the day after Thanksgiving because we’re putting on a Black Friday show out at Rod & Hammer Rock. We’ll be playing the best of our regular mayhem while throwing in a few holiday tunes to get everyone the warm fuzzies.” ∆

Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

“Slava” - Leonard Bernstein

Wind Ensemble

“Redline Tango” - John Mackey

“Slava” - Leonard Bernstein

“Four Scottish Dances” - Malcolm Arnold

Mustang Band

“Tio Macaco” - Snarky Puppy

Mustang Band

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“Four Scottish Dances” - Malcolm Arnold

“All Along the Watchtower” - Bob Dylan

“Tio Macaco” - Snarky Puppy

“Mamma Mia” - ABBA

“All Along the Watchtower” - Bob Dylan

“Mamma Mia” - ABBA

“Dancing Through Life” from “Wicked” Cal Poly school songs!

Wind Orchestra

“Dancing Through Life” from “Wicked” Cal Poly school songs!

Performing Arts Center

$12 students , $17 and $22 general pacslo.org, 805-756-4849

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More information: music.calpoly.edu/calendar

More information: music.calpoly.edu/calendar

“Honey Boys on Parade”- Edward Victor Cupero

Wind Orchestra

“Honey Boys on Parade”- Edward Victor Cupero

“Holiday Piece” (Ukrainian Bell Carol) - David Foster

“Wicklow” - Laura Estes

“Holiday Piece” (Ukrainian Bell Carol) - David Foster

“Wicklow” - Laura Estes

“Courtly Airs and Dances” - Ron Nelson

“Courtly Airs and Dances” - Ron Nelson

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Viva Peru

Mistura in SLO celebrates its 10th anniversary with the launch of an elevated Chef’s Table

Mistura’s new Chef’s Table is a masterpiece of art, cultural immersion, and culinary excellence. The intimate, 10-person dining experience, which debuted in late November to coincide with the San Luis Obispo restaurant’s 10-year anniversary, offers a multi-sensory journey to Peru.

Chef Nicola Allegretta and his wife Jackeline Ortiz De Zevallos-Allegretta, coowners of the restaurant as well as Mama’s Meatball and Mistura Catering, replicated a scene from Huacachina in Ica, Peru, in creating the private space within Mistura.

“My wife designed the room,” Allegretta said, explaining that the walls reflect the sand dunes of the desert town, while the table represents the natural spring-fed lake.

Huacachina’s sand dunes are the tallest in South America, while the lake, the continent’s only desert oasis, touts therapeutic properties.

Allegretta worked with Deadwood Revival Design of Paso Robles to create the custom 10-foot table, upon which rests delicate, oneof-a-kind plating that will be used to serve 10 courses of Peruvian specialties.

“I made four of the plates myself with help from Anam Cré Pottery Studio in SLO,” Allegretta said. “Some cost around $200 to

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Mistura’s Chef’s Table, modeled after Peru’s desert oasis of Huacachina in Ica, features a custom-made table and dinnerware designed in collaboration with local artisans Deadwood Revival Design of Paso Robles and Anam Cré Pottery Studio of San Luis Obispo.

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To secure a spot at Mistura’s Chef’s Table—or for standard reservations or private dining at the downtown San Luis Obispo restaurant, located at 570 Higuera St.— visit misturarestaurants.com. Hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m, Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Chef’s Table offers one seating per evening Tuesday through Saturday at 6 p.m.

For more information on the Allegretta family’s sister restaurants and event services, visit mamasmeatball.com and misturacatering.com.

make, and we made 10 of each. The other plates are from France, Italy, and Japan.”

The $300 price tag for the current Chef’s Table menu includes tax and gratuity, accompanied by “stories and input on myself, the diverse culinary heritage of Peru, and what I’m trying to create with the dishes,” which will range from Andean delicacies such as alpaca to Peruvian-Japanese Nikkei cuisine, he said.

Future menus will also explore Spanish, Italian, Chinese, and other influences on Peruvian fare, he added, while staying true to Mistura’s mantra of “providing fresh, organic agricultural produce, fishery, and cattle livestock that adhere to strict sustainability practices.”

The new Chef’s Table space, which aligns with Allegretta’s long-standing goal to create different regions of Peru within the restaurant, abuts the pisco distillery, representing Ica’s adjacent Pisco province.

Allegretta’s house-made pisco, a grapebased liquor, is the key component of many specialty cocktails in the restaurant’s bar program. Bottles can also be purchased for home consumption or gifting.

Reflecting on 10 years since opening Mistura in Paso Robles, followed by the restaurant’s move to SLO in 2019, Allegretta says it’s been a wonderful ride.

“I love it,” he said, “I never stop dreaming.”

Born in Kassel, Germany, young Allegretta moved to Molfetta, Italy, where he was raised. Inspired by his mother’s cooking, he obtained a degree from the Italian Culinary Institute of Bari in Puglia, then traveled the world, landing positions in Italy, France, England, Germany, and the Dominican Republic.

In 1999 he moved to the United States, helping to open restaurants in Florida and California, before settling in SLO with his Peruvian-born wife and opening Mama’s Meatball in 2006.

The Allegretta family enterprise currently includes Mistura, Mama’s Meatball, and Mistura Catering, with more to come.

As executive chef of the trio of businesses, the indefatigable Allegretta is immersed in various projects to showcase his global cuisine.

Mama’s Meatball, located adjacent to Mistura, will switch to takeout service only when the Italian eatery opens its primary restaurant at SLO’s Laguna Village Shopping Center later in 2025. Allegretta also recently

MARVELOUS MASH Potato-based Peruvian specialty causa is a popular dish at Mistura and its catered events. Chilled purple and yellow spuds are topped by a variety of ingredients, including tuna (pictured), crab, octopus, fresh greens, and zesty sauces.

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MISTURA MEANS MIX Nicola Allegretta’s repertoire reflects a blend of cultural influences. The German-born chef was raised in Italy but says his heart belongs to Peru, the homeland of his wife and business partner, Jackeline Ortiz De Zevallos-Allegretta.

PHOTO BY CHERISH WHYTE

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launched franchise opportunities for additional Mama’s locations.

The success of his catering company, meanwhile, has ratcheted up his industry exposure nationwide—from catering intimate affairs to 3,000-person events such as the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, Colorado, and the Winter Fancy Food Show in San Francisco, he’s met several notable industry contacts, he said.

Restaurateur and television personality Guy Fieri visited Mama’s Meatball recently and will showcase the eatery on his Diners,

Drive-ins and Dives show on Food Network at 9 p.m. on Dec. 13. The episode, titled “Just Like Mom,” will spotlight an Italian joint in SLO that “is bringing real deal flavor with mouthwatering meatballs and a next-level gnocchi pizza bowl.”

Jackeline teases that with the growing exposure, maybe they should name the new Mama’s location “Nicola,” he said.

He’s thinking about it.

The Allegrettas are also involved in multiple charitable projects.

“I am passionate about the Charity: Water organization,” he said, as well as the World Central Kitchen, founded by his friend and fellow chef José Andrés. Mama’s Meatball’s franchising website offers links to both charities. Additionally, the Allegrettas are regular participants in local fundraisers. Now through the end of December the family will donate $2 from every order of Mistura’s Apasionada sashimi dish to the SLO Food Bank as part of 805 Living magazine’s Dishing It Out for Charity challenge. ∆

Flavor Writer Cherish Whyte is addicted to Peruvian food. She’ll be dreaming of Mistura’s Causa Fogosa and a Diablada at cwhyte@newtimesslo.com.

PLATE OF PASSION Mistura’s Apasionada tiradito, or Peruvian sashimi, features scallops, passionfruit leche de tigre, or tiger’s milk, and aji limo chili peppers. For every dish sold through Dec. 31, the restaurant will donate $2 to SLO Food Bank.

PHOTO COURTESY OF MISTURA

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-2070 (10/01/2024)

New Filing

The Following Person is Doing Business As: SLO DOWN DOULA, 2074 Parker St, #210, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. This Business Is Conducted By An Individual Megan Ortgies (2074 Parker St, #210, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This Statement Was Filed With The County Clerk Of San Luis Obispo On 10/02/2024. I Hereby Certify That This Copy Is A Correct Copy Of The Statement On File In My Office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, atrujillo, Deputy. Exp. 10/02/2029. November 21, 28, December 5, 12, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-2071

TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/10/2024) New Filing

The following person is doing business as, RESOLVIUM FOUNDATION 905 Madonna Rd #70, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. County of San Luis Obispo. Freedom with Resolvium Inc. (8605 Santa Monica Blvd #1936537 West Hollywood, CA 90069-4109). State of California. This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Freedom with Resolvium Inc., Jennifer Dougherty, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10/02/2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Maltby, Deputy. Exp. 10/02/2029.

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NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-2093 (10/15/2019)

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The Following Person is Doing Business As: SKIN LOVE, 1244 Pine St, Suite 209, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. This Business Is Conducted By An Individual Monica L. Dejohn (1244 Pine St, Suite 209, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This Statement Was Filed With The County Clerk Of San Luis Obispo On 11/07/2024. I Hereby Certify That This Copy Is A Correct Copy Of The Statement On File In My Office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, atrujillo, Deputy. Exp. 11/07/2029. November 28, December 5, 12, 19, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 2024-2174 (10/14/2024) New Filing

The following person is doing business as Person Is Doing Business As: ARTISAN APARTMENTS, 564 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Creamery Lofts, LLC (14 Corporate Plaza Dr. Suite 100 Newport Beach, CA 926660). State of California. This Business Is Conducted By A Limited Liability Company /S/ Creamery Lofts, LLC Manager- Richard G. Nelson, Jr. This Statement Was Filed With The County Clerk Of San Luis Obispo On 10/18/2024. I Hereby Certify That This Copy Is A Correct Copy Of The Statement On File In My Office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, M. Anelson, Deputy. Exp. 10/18/2029. November 7, 14, 21, 28, 2024

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The following person is doing business as The Central Coast Wine Exchange, 1529 Dale Ave, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Bradley Thomas Bowdey (PO Box 251 Pismo Beach CA 93448), Gillian Joon (PO Box 251 Pismo Beach CA 93448) This business is conducted by A General Partnership, Gillian Joon. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-22-2024. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk, mmaltby,

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF:

CARLTON E. WORMOOD DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0372

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of:

CARLTON E. WORMOOD

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ELIZABETH L. MASARYK and JAY CLEARY in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ELIZABETH L. MASARYK and JAY CLEARY 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:

December 17, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person or via ZOOM at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, Room 220, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. San Luis ObispoPMH.

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner:

Edward E. Attala

1502 Higuera Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

805-543-1212

November 28, December 5, & 12, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF:

JAMES M. RICHTER DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0371

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JAMES M. RICHTER

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KATHRYN BARNES in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that KATHRYN BARNES 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: January 7, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Suite 3, 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: Shannon M. Bio 1212 Marsh Street, suite 3 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

805-781-3645

November 21, 28, & December 5, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF:

JANICE PANKEY TANNEHILL DECEDENT

CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0379

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of:

JANICE PANKEY TANNEHILL, JANICE A. PANKEY

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BARRY VANDERKELEN in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BARRY VANDERKELEN 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:

January 14, 2025, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner: Rachel R. Hulburd Ronca & Associates, a Law Corporation

755 Santa Rosa St., Suite 310 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

805-544-7551

November 28, December 5, & 12, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF:

JEROLD R. WHITE DECEDENT

CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0362

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JEROLD R. WHITE, JEROLD RANDOLPH WHITE, and JERRY WHITE

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by OWEN CLAYTON WHITE in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that OWEN CLAYTON WHITE 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:

December 17, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner: John A. Ronca, Jr. Ronca & Associates, a Law Corporation

755 Santa Rosa St., Suite 310 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

805-544-7551

November 21, 28, & December 5, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JULIUS BAJEK DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0349

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: JULIUS BAJEK

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DIANNE NEWTON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DIANNE NEWTON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

December 3, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, Room 220, 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: Dylan P.Hyatt Meissner Joseph Ruggles, Inc. 1555 River Park Drive, Suite 108 Sacramento, CA 95815 916-292-8009 November 14, 21, & 28, 2024

NOTICE

OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: KIMBERLY JEAN FISCHBACH DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0369

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: KIMBERLY JEAN FISCHBACH, KIMBERLY FISCHBACH, KIM FISCHBACH

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by WILLIAM TERRY CROWE in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that WILLIAM TERRY CROWE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: January 7, 2025, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

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

Petitioner: William Terry Crowe 1102 Linda Circle Paso Robles, CA 93446 310-770-2661

November 28, December 5, & 12, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF: LEONARD MARTIN MELMAN DECEDENT

CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0149

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: LEONARD MARTIN MELMAN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by MICHAEL MELMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that MICHAEL MELMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

December 3, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: D4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

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

Petitioner: Michael Melman 1236 12th Street Los Osos, CA 93402 805-305-1224

November 14, 21, & 28, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

LINDA D. LYON aka LINDA D’AMICO LYON aka LINDA LYON DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0374

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: LINDA D. LYON aka LINDA D’AMICO LYON aka LINDA LYON A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by GREGORY S. LYON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that GREGORY S. LYON 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: December 17, 2024, at 9:01 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Law Offices of Johnson, Murphy & Jones 928 W. Grand Avenue Grover Beach, CA 93433

805-489-4111

November 21, 28, & December 5, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF: PATRICIA BAJEK DECEDENT

CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0335

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: PATRICIA BAJEK

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DIANNE NEWTON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DIANNE NEWTON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: December 3, 2024, at 9:01

a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, Room 220, 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: Dylan P. Hyatt

Meissner Joseph Ruggles, Inc. 1555 River Park Drive, Suite 108 Sacramento, CA 95815

916-292-8009

November 14, 21, & 28, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

PATRICK L. WAGNER

DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0387

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of:

PATRICK L. WAGNER, PATRICK LESLIE WAGNER

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DOROTHY M. WAGNER in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DOROTHY M. WAGNER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows:

January 28, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner: Robert H. Mott, Attorney at Law

960 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

805-544-8757

November 28, December 5, & 12, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF: VIDA DANA BENJAMIN aka VIDA LOPEZ QUERRER aka VIDA D. KAUFFMAN DECEDENT CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0378

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: VIDA DANA BENJAMIN aka VIDA LOPEZ QUERRER aka VIDA D. KAUFFMAN

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JOHN BENJAMIN in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JOHN BENJAMIN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: January 7, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner: Martha B. Spalding, Attorney at Law

215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465

805-434-2138

November 28, December 5, & 12, 2024

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (SECS. 6104, 6105

OF:

VIVIAN BLAKE, aka VIVIAN F. BLAKE DECEDENT

CASE NUMBER: 24PR-0382

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of:

VIVIAN BLAKE, aka VIVIAN F. BLAKE

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by TINA O’MAHONEY in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN LUIS OBISPO.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that TINA O’MAHONEY 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:

January 14, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 4 in person at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1050 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner: Martha B. Spalding, Attorney at Law

215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465

805-434-2138 November 28, December 5, & 12, 2024

U.C.C.)

ESCROW NO.

P-622946

Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named seller that a bulk sale is about to be made of the assets described below. The names and business addresses of the Seller are: Saeed Keshtgar 1600 West Grand Avenue, Grover Beach, CA 93433

The location in California of the chief executive office of the seller is: (If “same as above”, so state.) same as above

As listed by the seller, all other business names and addresses used by the seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the buyer are: (if “none”, so state.)

NONE

The names and addresses of the Buyer are: D&R MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS INC., a California Corporation 41027 S. Gelnn Avenue, Coalinga, CA 93210

The assets to be sold are described in general as: All of the stock in trade, merchandise, supplies, fixtures, equipment, goodwill and trade and are located at: 1600 West Grand Avenue , Grover Beach, CA 93433

The business name used by the seller at that location is: ROUND TABLE PIZZA (STORE #645)

The anticipated date of the bulk sale is 12/17/24 at the office of Placer Title Company, located at 1446 Tollhouse Road, Suite 103 Clovis, CA 93611. This bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. The name and address of the person with who claims may be filed is Erica Osborne. Placer Title Company, @ 1446 Tollhouse Road, Suite 103 Clovis, CA 93611, Escrow # P-622946 and the last date for filing claims shall be 12/16/24, which is the business day before the sale date specified above.

Dated: June 5, 2024

BUYER:

D&R MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS INC., a California Corporation /S/ By: Guriqbal Dhaliwal, President 11/28/24

CNS-3873509# NEW TIMES

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 24CV-0633

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Katherine Howland Stewart and William O’Flynn. filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Katherine Howland Stewart and Poppy Fiona O’Flynn to PROPOSED NAME: Katherine Howland Steward O’Flynn and Poppy Fiona Stewart O’Flynn.

THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: December 4, 2024, 9:00 am Dept. 4, in person or by Zoom at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo,1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. Civil Court Operations. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: October 14, 2024. /s/: Tana L Coates, Judge of the Superior Court. November 7, 14, 21, 28, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME

CASE NUMBER: 24CV-0346

To all interested persons:

Petitioner: Florence Linda Hayes AKA Florence Linda Hayes-Bautista AKA Zeta Venus Hayes-Bastista AKA Zeta Venus Dubarry filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

PRESENT NAME: Florence Linda Hayes AKA Florence Linda HayesBautista AKA Zeta Venus HayesBautista AKA Zeta Venus Dubarry.

PROPOSED NAME: Zeta Venus Dubarry. 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 objec tion is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: Janu ary 8, 2025 9:30 am, Dept.: P2, in person or by Zoom at the Supe rior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Room 105 Paso Robles, CA 93446. Civil Court Operations. 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 peti tion in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: October 21, 2024. /s/: MC Kelley, Judge of the Supe rior Court. November 21, 28, December 5, 12, 2024

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2024-2233

OLD FILE NO. 2020-1402

CREEKSIDE PET BOARDING LLC, 1298 Noyes Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo Coun ty. The fictitious business name re ferred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 10/25/2024. The following person(s) has aban doned the use of the fictitious busi ness name: Creekside Pet Board ing LLC (1298 Noyes Road Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business was conducted by A Limited Liabil ity Company, Creekside Pet Board ing LLC, Laura Means, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-25-24. I hereby cer tify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By atrujillo, Deputy Clerk. November 21, 28, December 5, 12, 2024

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2024-2394 OLD FILE NO. 2017-0447 MONARCH WINDOW CLEANING 880 N. First St Grover Beach 93433. San Luis Obispo County. The Fictitious Business Name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 02/16/2017. The following person (s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Eric Gonzales Mettler (880 N. First St Grover Beach 93433), Kanani Marie Mettler (880 N. First St Grover Beach 93433). This business was conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Kanani Marie Mettler. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11/20/2024 hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Elaina Cano, County Clerk. By A. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk. November 21, 28, December 5, 12, 2024

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

RESOLUTION NO. 2024-060

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AN INCREASED ASSESSMENT ON LODGING BUSINESSES WITHIN THE ATASCADERO TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, PURSUANT TO STREETS & HIGHWAYS CODE SECTION 36500 ET SEQ.

WHEREAS, the City of Atascadero (“City”) has formed the Atascadero Tourism Business Improvement District (“ATBID”), pursuant to Section 36500 of the Streets & Highways Code of the State of California; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has previously received an annual report pursuant to Section 36533 of said Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council approved said report and adopted a resolution of intention pursuant to Section 36534, setting the assessment at two percent (2%) of the rent charged by the business per occupied room or space per night for transient occupancies; and

WHEREAS, on September 11, 2024, the ATBID Advisory Board recommended a request to the City Council to increase the assessment from two percent (2%) to two and one-half percent (2.5%) of the rent charged by the business per occupied room or space per night for transient occupancies to help fund improvements and facilities at the Charles Paddock Zoo and adjacent areas with the purpose of increasing hotel stays in the City; and

WHEREAS, the City Council has received the revised ATBID Advisory report which details the additional activities to be funded by the proposed increase in the assessment rate; and

WHEREAS, Streets and Highways Code Section 36541(a) provides that the City Council shall modify the basis and method of levying the ATBID assessment by ordinance; and

WHEREAS, Streets and Highways Code Section 36541(b) provides that the City Council shall adopt a resolution of intention which states the proposed modification of the basis and method of levying the ATBID assessment; and

WHEREAS, Streets and Highways Code Section 36541(b) requires a public hearing be set for the proposed modification in conformity with Streets and Highways Code Sections 36524 and 36525 and Government Code Section 54954.6; and

WHEREAS, Government Code Section 54954.6 requires a separate public meeting to allow public testimony regarding the proposed increased assessment no earlier than seven days in advance of the public hearing.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Atascadero:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby accepts modified ATBID Advisory Board report attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and declares its intent to modify the basis and method of assessments within the Atascadero Tourism Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 from two percent (2%) to two and one-half percent (2.5%).

SECTION 2. The ATBID includes all of the lodging businesses, including hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and each business defined as a “hotel” in Section 3-3.02 of Chapter 3 (Transient Occupancy Tax) of the Atascadero Municipal Code (“Lodging Businesses”) within the corporate boundaries of the City.

SECTION 3. The activities to be funded by the levy of assessments against Lodging Businesses within the ATBID are tourism promotions and marketing programs to promote the City as a tourism destination and projects, programs, and activities that benefit Lodging Businesses located and operating within the boundaries of the ATBID. The proposed activities will primarily be targeted at increasing transient stays at Lodging Businesses.

SECTION 4. The City Council sets December 2, 2024, as the date of the public meeting on the proposed increase to the basis and method of assessments. The public meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as practicable, in the City of Atascadero Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero, California 93422.

SECTION 5. The City Council sets December 10, 2024, as the date of the public hearing on the proposed increase to the basis and method of assessments. The public hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as practicable, in the City of Atascadero Council Chambers, 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero, California 93422.

SECTION 6. A protest may be made orally or in writing by any owner of a Lodging Business that is within the ATBID boundaries and subject to the ATBID assessment. Written protests must be received by the City Clerk, City of Atascadero, before the close of the public hearing on December 10, 2024, and may be delivered or mailed to the City Clerk, Atascadero, 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero, California 93422. A written protest may be withdrawn in writing at any time before the conclusion of the public hearing.

SECTION 7. Further information regarding the proposed ATBID may be obtained from the City Manager’s Office, City of Atascadero, 6500 Palma Ave., Atascadero, CA 93422.

SECTION 8. The City Clerk is directed to provide notice of the public hearing on the proposed ATBID assessment by causing this resolution to be published once in a newspaper of general circulation in the City not less than seven days before said public hearing. The City Clerk is further directed to transmit such copies of this resolution by mail as are required by Streets and Highways Code Section 36523.5 and Government Code Section 54954.6.

On motion by Council Member Bourbeau and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Funk, the foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety on the following roll call vote:

AYES: Council Members Bourbeau, Dariz, Newsom, Mayor Pro Tem Funk and Mayor Moreno

NOES: None

ABSTAIN: None

ADOPTED: October 8, 2024

CITY OF ATASCADERO

By: Heather Moreno, Mayor

ATTEST: Lara K. Christensen, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM: Dave Fleishman, City Attorney

Publish on 11//14/24, 11/21/24, 11/28/24

PALM ST SIDEWALK

REPLACEMENT NEAR CHORRO ST

SPEC. NO. 2001065-3

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of San Luis Obispo will receive bids by mail for the “Palm St Sidewalk Replacement Near Chorro St, Spec. No. 2001065-3” at the Public Works Administration Office located at 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 until, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2024, at 11:00 A.M., when they will be publicly opened.

Bids received after said time will not be considered. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the project title, contractor name, address, and specification number.

The Contractor must possess a valid Class A at the time of the bid opening. Every bid must be accompanied by a certified check/cashier’s check or bidder’s bond for 10% of the bid amount, payable to the City of San Luis Obispo.

Download FREE at the City’s website: www.SloCity.orgBid packages under Bids & Proposals. Questions may be addressed to Anthony Ramos, Project Manager, at 805-783-7875 or aramos@slocity.org.

November 28, 2024

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

WHO: San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors

WHEN: Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out placement of this item on the Board of Supervisors Agenda, go to the County’s website at www.slocounty.ca.gov on the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date.

WHAT: Hearing to consider a request by the County of San Luis Obispo to submit resolutions approving the following projects for the Agricultural Preserve (“Williamson Act”) Program:

1) Proposal by Joan Schleicher (CON2023-00024) to amend an existing agricultural preserve and land conservation contract to add approximately 363 acres of land to the existing property already under preserve and contract. The property is located at 4050 Cinnabar Rock Trail, approximately 3.14 miles east of the community of Cambria. The site is located in the Adelaida Sub Area of the North County Planning Area;

2) Proposal by Mouseland LLC (CON2023-00025) to amend an existing land conservation contract to add approximately 76 acres of land. The property is located at 2061 Poco Road, approximately 2.5 miles east of the City of Atascadero in the El Pomar - Estrella Sub Area of the North County Planning Area;

3) Proposal by Elk Run Ranch, LLC (CON2023-00027) to establish an agricultural preserve to enable the applicant to enter into a land conservation contract for an approximately 606-acre property located in the 8200 Block of Chimney Ranch Road approximately 8.3 miles northwest of the City of Paso Robles in the Adeleida Sub Area of the North County Planning Area;

4) Proposal by Allemall, LLC (CON2024-00003) to establish an agricultural preserve to enable the applicant to enter into three new land conservation contracts for sites that range from 360 to 560 acres located at 0 Cinnabar Rock Trail Road, approximately 6 miles northeast of the Community of Cambria in the Adeleida Sub Area of the North County Planning Area;

5) Proposal by Estrella Vista, LLC (CON2024-00004) to establish an agricultural preserve to enable the applicant to enter into a new land conservation contract for an approximately 872-acre site located at 6455 Hog Canyon Road, approximately 0.3 miles northeast of the City of Paso Robles in the El Pomar - Estrella Sub Area of the North County Planning Area;

6) Proposal by Beck Ranch LLC (CON2024-00005) to establish an agricultural preserve to enable the applicant to enter into a new land conservation contract for an approximately 3,290-acre site located at 11030 Carrisa Highway, approximately 1 mile north of the California Valley Village Reserve Line in the Carrizo Planning Area;

7) Proposal by Riboli 7210VnydDr, LLC (CON2024-00008) to establish an agricultural preserve to enable the applicant to enter into a land conservation contract for a 51-acre property located at 7210 Vineyard Drive and 6996 Peachy Canyon Road, approximately 5 miles northeast of the Community of Templeton in the Adelaida Sub Area of the North County Planning Area;

8) Proposal by The Susan L. Warren Family Trust (CON2024-00009) to establish an agricultural preserve to enable the applicant to enter into a new land conservation contract for an approximately 492-acre site located at 1795 San Simeon Creek Road, approximately 2 miles east of the San Simeon Village Reserve Line in the North Coast Planning Area; and 9) Proposal by Will’s Hills’ Vineyard LLC (CON2024-00010) to establish an agricultural preserve to enable the applicant to enter into a land conservation contract for an 85-acre property located at 1450 Willow Creek Road, approximately 23 miles northwest of the Community of Templeton in the Adelaida Sub Area of the North County Planning Area.

WHERE:

The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey St., Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the hearing all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: You may contact Kip Morais, Planner, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, 976 Osos Street, Room 200, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, (805) 781-5136. The staff report will be available for review the Wednesday before the scheduled hearing date on the County’s website at www.slocounty.ca.gov

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the projects are categorically exempt under CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(2). A Notice of Exemption has been prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062 for each project. The projects are covered by Class 17 Categorical Exemptions (State CEQA Guidelines section 15306) from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Anyone interested in commenting or receiving a copy of the proposed Environmental Document should submit a written statement to the County Department of Planning and Building at the address above. Comments will be accepted up until completion of the public hearing(s).

**If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing**

DATED: November 19, 2024

Matthew P. Pontes, Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of Supervisors

By: /s/ Niki Martin

Deputy Clerk

November 21 & 28, 2024

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Paso Robles Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following project:

Project Description: Tentative parcel map for the subdivision of 1 lot into 2 new parcels (TPM PR 23-0046, P24-0009)

Applicant: Larraine Zarmati

Location: 2907 Vine Street, 2926 Oak Street, and 2928 Oak Street (APN 008-066-003)

CEQA Determination: The project is exempt from environmental review as a class 15 categorical exemption for minor land divisions pursuant to the State’s Guidelines to Implement the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), § 15315

Hearing Date: The Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on December 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Council Chamber/Library Conference Center, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. The public has the option to attend the meeting in person or to participate remotely. To participate remotely, residents can livestream the meeting at www.prcity. com/youtube, and call (805)865-7276 to provide live public comment via telephone. The phone line will open just prior to the start of the meeting.

Written public comments can be submitted via email to planning@prcity.com or US Mail (submit early) to the City Clerk, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 provided that the comments are received prior to the time of the public hearing. Comments received prior to 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting will be posted as an addendum to the agenda. If submitting written comments, please note the agenda item by number or name. Comments on the proposed application must be received prior to the time of the hearing to be considered by the Planning Commission.

Challenge to the application in court will be limited to issues raised at the public hearings or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Copies of the project staff report will be available for review on the City’s website (www.prcity.com/meetings) on the Friday preceding the hearing. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 237-3970.

November 28, 2024 NOTICE OF

NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Paso Robles Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following project:

Project Description: Official naming of the alley known as Norma’s Alley (SNM24-01, P24-0086)

Applicant: City initiated

Location: The east-west portion of the alley between Park and Pine Streets and 12th and 13th Streets CEQA Determination: This action is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to the State’s Guidelines to Implement the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), §§ 15060, subd. (b) (2)-(3), 15378. The action does not have the potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.

Hearing Date: The Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on December 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. at the Council Chamber/Library Conference Center, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446.

The public has the option to attend the meeting in person or to participate remotely. To participate remotely, residents can livestream the meeting at www.prcity.com/youtube, and call (805)865-7276 to provide live public comment via telephone. The phone line will open just prior to the start of the meeting.

Written public comments can be submitted via email to planning@prcity.com or US Mail (submit early) to the City Clerk, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 provided that the comments are received prior to the time of the public hearing. Comments received prior to 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting will be posted as an addendum to the agenda. If submitting written comments, please note the agenda item by number or name. Comments on the proposed application must be received prior to the time of the hearing to be considered by the Planning Commission.

Challenge to the application in court will be limited to issues raised at the public hearings or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Copies of the project staff report will be available for review on the City’s website (www.prcity.com/meetings) on the Friday preceding the hearing. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 237-3970. November 28, 2024

AMENDING CHAPTER 21.58 AND CHAPTERS 21.78, 21.90, AND 21.91 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS

Notice is hereby given that at its Regular Meeting on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at 6:30 PM, the City Council of the City of El Paso de Robles adopted Ordinance 1151 by the following vote:

AYES: Gregroy, Bausch, Roden, Strong, Hamon

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

The following is a summary of the Ordinance:

• Amendments to Chapter 21.58 of the City Municipal Code regarding accessory dwelling units (“ADUs”) and junior accessory dwelling units (“JADUs”) necessary to comply with state law, including recent amendments by AB 2533 and SB 1211, which take effect on January 1, 2025. The amendments to Chapter 21.58 implement state law by, among other things: updating definitions to match how terms are defined under state law, revising local development standards in accordance with state law requirements, expanding protections for unpermitted ADUs and JADUs built before January 1, 2020 in accordance with AB 2533, updating replacement parking provisions in accordance with SB 1211, and updating standards for detached ADUs created on lots with a proposed or existing multifamily dwelling in accordance with SB 1211.

• Amendments to Chapters 21.78, 21.90, and 21.91 to ensure that the City’s Municipal Code is internally consistent by updating cross references to Chapter 21.58.

• Under California Public Resources Code section 21080.17, the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) does not apply to the to the adoption of an ordinance by a city or county implementing the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, which is California’s ADU law and which also regulates JADUs. Therefore, the adoption of the Ordinance is statutorily exempt from CEQA in that it implements state ADU law. The above summary is a brief description of the subject matter contained in the text of the Ordinance, which has been prepared pursuant to Government Code Section 36933. This summary does not include or describe every provision of the Ordinance and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the full text of the Ordinance. Copies of the full text of the Ordinance are posted in the City Clerk’s office at 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, California or on the City’s website at www.prcity.com.

Date: November 28, 2024

NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Paso Robles Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing to consider the following project:

Project Description: P24-0071 - TEX 24-11– Sky River RV Inventory Expansion. Request for approval of a time extension of the entitlements associated with Amendment 21-04, Planned Development 00-15, and Conditional Use Permit 00-14, authorizing an expansion of an existing new and used RV inventory sales area onto three adjacent parcels to the west side of Highway 101, 2525 Theatre Drive.

Applicant: Harding Real Property, LLC A CA LLC

Location: 2525 Theatre Drive (APN 009-851-005) and three adjacent parcels to the West (009-851-010, 009-851011, 009-851-013)

CEQA Determination: The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as a class 4 exemption for minor alterations to land. Hearing Date: The Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on December 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber/Library Conference Center, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446.

The public has the option to attend the meeting in person or to participate remotely. To participate remotely, residents can livestream the meeting at www.prcity.com/youtube, and call (805)865-7276 to provide live public comment via telephone. The phone line will open just prior to the start of the meeting.

Written public comments can be submitted via email to planning@prcity.com or US Mail (submit early) to the Community Development Department, 1000 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446 provided that the comments are received prior to the time of the public hearing. Comments received prior to 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting will be posted as an addendum to the agenda. If submitting written comments, please note the agenda item by number or name. Comments on the proposed application must be received prior to the time of the hearing to be considered by the Planning Commission.

Challenge to the application in court will be limited to issues raised at the public hearings or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Copies of the project staff report will be available for review on the City’s website (www.prcity.com/meetings) on the Friday preceding the hearing. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 237-3970. November 28, 2024

Melissa Boyer City Clerk

The San Luis Obispo City Council invites all interested persons to attend a public hearing on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Meetings can be viewed remotely 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 emailcouncil@slocity.org

PUBLIC HEARING ITEM:

• RESULTS OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OF NOVEMBER 5, 2024 AND VICE MAYOR APPOINTMENT FOR 2025

The purpose of the public hearing will be to certify the results of the November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election, recognize outgoing member(s) of City Council, install incoming member(s) of City Council, and appoint a Vice Mayor for 2025. Additional information regarding the election is available on the City’s website at https://www. slocity.org/government/municipal-elections or by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 781-7114 or cityclerk@slocity.org

The City Council may also discuss other hearings or business items before or after the items listed above. If you challenge the proposed project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Council Agenda Reports for this meeting will be available for review one week in advance of the meeting date on the City’s website, under the Public Meeting Agendas web page: https://www.slocity.org/government/mayorand-city-council/agendas-and-minutes

Please call the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 781-7114 for more information. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel http://youtube. slo.city

November 28, 2024

CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

The San Luis Obispo City Council invites all interested persons to attend a public hearing on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Meetings may be viewed remotely on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/CityofSanLuisObispo. 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 emailcouncil@slocity.org

PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS:

• The City Council will consider initiation of a General Plan Amendment, Specific Plan Amendment, and a modification to an existing Development Agreement to accommodate an additional 276 residential units in place of a previously approved commercial development on Lot 7 of the San Luis Ranch Specific Plan. The project site proposed for amendment is a 9.59-acre portion of a vacant site at the corner of Froom Ranch Way and Dalidio Drive. Address: 1675 Dalidio Drive, APN 053-153-005; SPEC-0020-2024

For more information, contact Callie Taylor, Senior Planner, for the City’s Community Development Department at (805) 781-7016 or by email, cltaylor@slocity.org

• The City Council will consider making a finding that a lease agreement with San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre is of public benefit in accordance with California Government Code Section 53078 and will consider approval of the lease agreement. Address: 610 and 614 Monterey Street, a portion of 972 Nipomo Street, and a portion of City Parking Lot No. 14 identified as Assessor’s Parcel Nos. 002-412-011, 002-412-012, 002-412-002 (portion) and 002-412-004 (portion), San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

For more information, contact Robert Hill, Sustainability & Natural Resources Official, for the City’s Administration Department at (805) 781-7211 or by email, rhill@slocity.org

The City Council may also discuss other hearings or business items before or after the items listed above. If you challenge the proposed project in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Council Agenda Reports for this meeting will be available for review one week in advance of the meeting date on the City’s website, under the Public Meeting Agendas web page: https://www.slocity.org/ government/mayor-and-city-council/agendas-and-minutes. Please call the City Clerk’s Office at (805) 781-7114 for more information. The City Council meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel www.youtube. com/CityofSanLuisObispo November 28, 2024

NOTICE: SEIZURE OF PROPERTY AND INITIATION OF NONJUDICIAL FORFEITURE PROCEEDINGS PER HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 11488.4(J) TO: ALL PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

$4,285.00 IN UNITED STATES CURRENCY

Notice is hereby given that on October 9, 2024, the above-described property was seized at or near 1337 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, by the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office, in connection with cannabis violations, to wit, section(s) 11351 of the California Health and Safety Code. The estimated/appraised value of the property is $4,285.00.

Pursuant to section 11488.4(j) of the California Health and Safety Code, you must file a verified claim stating your interest in the property with the Superior Court’s Civil Division, Room 385, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Claim forms are available from the Clerk of the above court and also online at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/ mc200.pdf.

Furthermore, an endorsed copy of the verified claim must also be served on the District Attorney, Asset Forfeiture Unit, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, 4th Floor, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, within 30 days of filing the claim with the Superior Court’s Civil Division.

Both the District Attorney’s Office and the Interested Party filing the claim are entitled to conduct reciprocal requests for discovery in preparation for a hearing. The provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure shall apply to the proceedings unless inconsistent with the provisions or procedures set forth in the Health and Safety Code (Section 11488.5(c)(3)). The Interested Party in entitled to legal representation at a hearing, although not one appointed at public expense, and has the right to present evidence and witnesses, and to cross-examine plaintiff’s witnesses, but there is no right to avoid testifying at a civil hearing.

The failure to timely file and secure a verified claim stating an interest in the property in the Superior Court will result in the property being declared or ordered forfeited to the State of California and distributed pursuant to the provisions of Health and Safety Code section 11489 without further notice or hearing.

DATED: November 11, 2024 DAN DOW District Attorney

Kenneth Jorgensen Deputy District Attorney

November 14, 21, & 28, 2024

NOTICE: SEIZURE OF PROPERTY AND INITIATION OF NONJUDICIAL FORFEITURE PROCEEDINGS PER HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 11488.4(J) TO: ALL PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

$1,555.00 IN UNITED STATES CURRENCY

Notice is hereby given that on October 25, 2024, the above-described property was seized at or near 920 Olive Street, San Luis Obispo, CA, by the San Luis Obispo Police Department, in connection with cannabis violations, to wit, section(s) 11351 of the California Health and Safety Code. The estimated/appraised value of the property is $1,555.00.

Pursuant to section 11488.4(j) of the California Health and Safety Code, you must file a verified claim stating your interest in the property with the Superior Court’s Civil Division, Room 385, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Claim forms are available from the Clerk of the above court and also online at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/ mc200.pdf.

Furthermore, an endorsed copy of the verified claim must also be served on the District Attorney, Asset Forfeiture Unit, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, 4th Floor, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, within 30 days of filing the claim with the Superior Court’s Civil Division.

Both the District Attorney’s Office and the Interested Party filing the claim are entitled to conduct reciprocal requests for discovery in preparation for a hearing. The provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure shall apply to the proceedings unless inconsistent with the provisions or procedures set forth in the Health and Safety Code (Section 11488.5(c)(3)). The Interested Party in entitled to legal representation at a hearing, although not one appointed at public expense, and has the right to present evidence and witnesses, and to cross-examine plaintiff’s witnesses, but there is no right to avoid testifying at a civil hearing.

The failure to timely file and secure a verified claim stating an interest in the property in the Superior Court will result in the property being declared or ordered forfeited to the State of California and distributed pursuant to the provisions of Health and Safety Code section 11489 without further notice or hearing.

DATED: November 11, 2024 DAN DOW

District Attorney

Kenneth Jorgensen

Deputy District Attorney

November 14, 21, & 28, 2024

NOTICE: SEIZURE OF PROPERTY AND INITIATION OF NONJUDICIAL FORFEITURE PROCEEDINGS PER HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 11488.4(J)

TO: ALL PERSONS CLAIMING ANY RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST IN PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

$2,150.00 IN UNITED STATES CURRENCY

Notice is hereby given that on November 6, 2024, the above-described property was seized at or near 836 Pacific Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, by the San Luis Obispo Police Department, in connection with violation 11352 of the California Health and Safety Code. The estimated/ appraised value of the property is $2,150.00.

Pursuant to section 11488.4(j) of the California Health and Safety Code, you must file a verified claim stating your interest in the property with the Superior Court’s Civil Division, Room 385, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408. Claim forms are available from the Clerk of the above court and also online at https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/mc200.pdf.

Furthermore, an endorsed copy of the verified claim must also be served on the District Attorney, Asset Forfeiture Unit, County Courthouse Annex, 1035 Palm Street, 4th Floor, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, within 30 days of filing the claim with the Superior Court’s Civil Division.

Both the District Attorney’s Office and the Interested Party filing the claim are entitled to conduct reciprocal requests for discovery in preparation for a hearing. The provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure shall apply to the proceedings unless inconsistent with the provisions or procedures set forth in the Health and Safety Code (Section 11488.5(c)(3)). The Interested Party in entitled to legal representation at a hearing, although not one appointed at public expense, and has the right to present evidence and witnesses, and to cross-examine plaintiff’s witnesses, but there is no right to avoid testifying at a civil hearing.

The failure to timely file and secure a verified claim stating an interest in the property in the Superior Court will result in the property being declared or ordered forfeited to the State of California and distributed pursuant to the provisions of Health and Safety Code section 11489 without further notice or hearing.

DATED: November 25, 2024 DAN DOW District Attorney

Kenneth Jorgensen Deputy District Attorney

November 28, 2024

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

WHO County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission

WHEN Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600.

WHAT

Hearing to consider a request by the San Luis Obispo County Office of Education (SLOCOE) for a Land Use Ordinance Amendment (LRP2023-00001) to allow for school district housing on the SLOCOE property (APN: 073-221-021). Amendments will include (1) adding a definition for ‘School District Housing’ to Article 8 (Definitions), (2) amending Table 2-2 in Section 22.04.030 to allow for residential use in Public Facilities (PF) when allowed by Planning Area Standards, and (3) amending Section 22.96.050(D) to allow for school district housing’ within a 1.4-acre area on the SLOCOE property. The project is located at 2450 Pennington Creek Road, on the east side of Highway 1 near the intersection of Gilardi Road and Education Drive in the county of San Luis Obispo. The site is in the San Luis Obispo Sub-Area of the San Luis Obispo Planning Area.

Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the project qualifies for the General Rule Exemption under CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).

County File Number: LRP2023-00001

Supervisorial District: 2

Assessor Parcel Number(s): 073-221-021

Date Accepted: 9/20/2024

WHERE

The hearing will be held in Katcho Achadjian Government Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room D170, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Tristan Roach, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5113.

If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing.

Ysabel Eighmy, Secretary Planning Commission November 28, 2024

Planning Area, San Luis Bay Sub-area. Also to be considered is the determination that this project is exempt from environmental review under CEQA based on the commonsense exemption, CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3).

County File Number: N-SUB2022-00054

Supervisorial

WHERE

Room #D170, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A copy of the staff report will be made available on the Planning Department website at www.sloplanning.org. You may also contact Eric Tolle, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at 805-781-5600.

Ysabel Eighmy

Secretary Planning Commission

November 28, 2024

The San Luis Obispo Planning Commission will hold a Regular Meeting on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo. Meetings may be viewed on Government Access Channel 20 or streamed live from the City’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/CityofSanLuisObispo Public comment, prior to the start of the meeting, may be submitted in writing via U.S. Mail delivered to the City Clerk’s Office at 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 or by email to advisorybodies@slocity.org

PUBLIC HEARING ITEM:

• Review of a project proposing the construction of 20 lowto very-low income affordable homes with a request for a concession pursuant to CA State Density Bonus Law for a reduction of parking requirements; rehabilitation of the Master List Historic Rosa Butrón Adobe including demolition of portions of the building at the rear of the structure; removal of 12 trees with a compensatory planting plan; and review of the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impact prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Project Address: 466 Dana Street; Case #: ARCH-0329-2022; Zone: R-3-H; Smart Share Housing Solutions, applicant

Contact Information: David Amini – (805) 781-7524 –damini@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. Report(s) are typically available six days in advance of the meeting and can be viewed on the City’s website, under the Public Meeting Agendas web page: https://www. slocity.org/government/mayor-and-city-council/agendasand-minutes. Please call The Community Development Department at (805) 781-7170 for more information, or to request an agenda report. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and live streaming on the City’s YouTube channel www.youtube.com/CityofSanLuisObispo November 28, 2024

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ARIES

(March 21-April 19): Renowned composer Mozart had a sister nicknamed Nannerl. During their childhoods, she was as much a musical prodigy as he. They toured Europe doing performances together, playing harpsichord and piano. Some critics regarded her as the superior talent. But her parents ultimately decided it was unseemly for her, as a female, to continue her development as a genius. She was forcibly retired so she could learn housekeeping and prepare for marriage. Is there a part of your destiny, Aries, that resembles Nannerl’s? Has some of your brilliance been suppressed or denied? The coming months will be an excellent time to recover and revive it.

TAURUS

(April 20-May 20): Do you know if you have any doppelgangers, Taurus? I bet you will meet one in the coming weeks. How about soul friends, alter egos, or evil twins? If there’s no one like that in your life right now, they may arrive soon. And if you already know such people, I suspect your relationships will grow richer. Mirror magic and shadow vision are in the works! I’m guessing you will experience the best, most healing kind of double trouble. Substitutes and stand-ins will have useful offers and tempting alternatives. Parallel realities may come leaking through into your reality. Opportunities for symbiosis and synergy will be at an alltime high. Sounds like wild fun!

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20): Humans have been eating a wide range of oranges since ancient times. Among the most popular type in modern times is the navel orange. It’s large, seedless, sweet, juicy, and easy to peel. But it didn’t exist until the 1820s, when a genetic mutation on a single tree in Brazil spawned this new variety. Eventually, the navel became a revolutionary addition to the orange family. I foresee a metaphorically comparable development in your life during the coming months, Gemini. An odd tweak or interesting glitch could lead to a highly favorable expansion of possibilities. Be alert for it.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22): Cancerian, you are a finalist for our “Most Resourceful and Successful Survivor of the Year” trophy. And if you take a brief trip to hell in the next two weeks, you could assure your victory. But wait! Let me be more exact: “Hell” is an incorrect terminology; I just used it for shock effect. The fact is that “hell” is a religious invention that mischaracterizes the true nature of the realm of mystery, shadows, and fertile darkness. In reality, the nether regions can be quite entertaining and enriching if you cultivate righteous attitudes. And what are those attitudes? A frisky curiosity to learn truths you have been ignorant about; a brave resolve to unearth repressed feelings and hidden yearnings; and a drive to rouse spiritual epiphanies that aren’t available when you’re in the trance of everyday consciousness.

LEO

LIBRA

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Libran songwriter and producer Kevin MacLeod has composed more than 2,000 pieces of music—and given all of them away for free. That’s why his work is so widespread. It has been featured in thousands of films and millions of YouTube videos. His composition “Monkeys Spinning Monkeys” has been played on TikTok more than 31 billion times. (PS: He has plenty of money, in part because so many appreciative people give him free-will donations through his Patreon page.) I propose we make him your inspirational role model in the coming weeks and months, Libra. How could you parlay your generosity and gifts into huge benefits for yourself?

SCORPIO

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): According to my grandmother, I have such a mellifluous voice I should have pursued a career as a newscaster or DJ on the radio. In eighth grade, my science teacher admired my work and urged me to become a professional biologist. When I attended Duke University, my religious studies professor advised me to follow his path. Over the years, many others have offered their opinions about who I should be. As much as I appreciated their suggestions, I have always trusted one authority: my muses. In the coming weeks and months, Scorpio, you may, too, receive abundant advice about your best possible path. You may be pressured to live up to others’ expectations. But I encourage you to do as I have done. Trust your inner advisors.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I invite you to get a head start on formulating your New Year’s resolutions. Jan. 1 is a good time to instigate robust new approaches to living your life, but the coming weeks will be an even better time for you Sagittarians. To get yourself in the mood, imagine you have arrived at Day Zero, Year One. Simulate the feeling of being empty and open and fertile. Imagine that nothing binds you or inhibits you. Assume that the whole world is eager to know what you want. Act as if you have nothing to prove to anyone and everything to gain by being audacious and adventurous.

CAPRICORN

(Dec. 22-Jan. 19): There was a long period when many popular songs didn’t come to a distinct end. Instead, they faded out. The volume would gradually diminish as a catchy riff repeated over and over again. As you approach a natural climax to one of your cycles, Capricorn, I recommend that you borrow the fade-out as a metaphorical strategy. In my astrological opinion, it’s best not to finish abruptly. See if you can create a slow, artful ebb or a gradual, graceful dissolution.

AQUARIUS

(July 23-Aug. 22): In my astrological opinion, you need and deserve big doses of fun, play, pleasure, and love. Amusement and enchantment, too. As well as excitement, hilarity, and delight. I trust you will schedule a series of encounters and adventures that provide you with a surplus of these necessary resources. Can you afford a new toy or two? Or a romantic getaway to a sanctuary of adoration? Or a smart gamble that will attract into your vicinity a stream of rosy luck? I suggest that you be audacious in seeking the sweet, rich feelings you require.

VIRGO

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): December will be Home Enhancement Month for you Virgos. Get started immediately! I’ll offer tips for how to proceed and ask you to dream up your own ideas. 1. Phase out décor or accessories that no longer embody the style of who you have become. 2. Add new décor and accessories that will inspire outbreaks of domestic bliss. 3. Encourage everyone in your household to contribute creative ideas to generate mutual enhancement. 4. Do a blessing ritual that will raise the spiritual vibes. 5. Invite your favorite people over and ask them to shower your abode with blessings.

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): When he was young, Aquarian musician and sound engineer Norio Ohga wrote a critical letter to the electronics company now known as Sony. He complained in detail about the failings of their products. Instead of being defensive, executives at the company heeded Ohga’s suggestions for improvement. They even hired him as an employee and ultimately made him president of the company at age 40. He went on to have a stellar career as an innovator. In the spirit of the Sony executives, I recommend that you seek feedback and advice from potential helpers who are the caliber of Norio Ohga. The information you gather in the coming weeks could prove to be highly beneficial.

PISCES

(Feb. 19-March 20): What would your paradise look and feel like? If you could remake the world to suit your precise needs for maximum freedom, well-being, and inspiration, what changes would you instigate? Now is an excellent time to ponder these possibilities, Pisces. You have more ability than usual to shape and influence the environments where you hang out. And a good way to rouse this power is to imagine your ideal conditions. Be bold and vivid. Amuse yourself with extravagant and ebullient fantasies as you envision your perfect world. ∆