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Editor’s note
This week cover The rural internet problem.............. 10
news County workers go on strike ............4 Will the strike affect addiction recovery? ..........................9
opinion Alcohol needs scrutiny, not marijuana.................................. 12
arts STAGE: A play about dinner and a show.....................................36 STAGE: Life in Santaland is funny ...........................................39
flavor HISTORY: A wine and food project ....................................46
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iving life without dependable access to the internet is hard and getting harder. School tests, job applications, Skyped work meetings, and more are all happening on the internet, and if the service to your home is patchy, then so is your ability to get along in your everyday life. So how do we bridge the FILLING A divide between the quality of internet service NEED Tom Kosta provided to urban and rural homes? There are founded Peak WiFi, one of the a few rural residents in SLO County who came rural start-ups up with solutions for themselves—and their that’s helping bring fast internet neighbors came a callin’. Assistant Editor Peter services to Johnson talks to them and others about the long-neglected areas of San Luis change that high-speed internet can bring to Obispo County. rural areas of the county and why it’s so hard to get in the first place [10]. You can also read about what county workers on strike have to say [4]; what addiction recovery advocates are worried will happen because of that strike [9] ; a show about dinner theater that is accurate and funny [36] ; the adult humor that abounds in The Santaland Diaries [39] ; and a very flavorful trip down the memory lane of county history [46].
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he juxtaposition in the room was telling. While San Luis Obispo County supervisors, one by one, heaped praise and accolades on several retiring department heads and deputies on Dec. 11, dozens of county workers gathered behind them holding signs. “County employees on strike!” ... “Would you work for up to 18 percent less than fair wages?!” ... “I’m mandated to be on call but my pay was cut by 75 percent,” read just a few in the sea of cardboard. It was day one of the SLO County Employees’ Association’s (SLOCEA) unprecedented fourday labor strike, and workers at the Board of Supervisors chamber had the chance to express their grievances directly to the people who set their wages. Scheduled retirement resolutions and normal county business were overshadowed by the SLOCEA strikers, who took turns blasting the supervisors for failing to keep their salaries in line with the area’s cost of living. SLOCEA, which represents 1,737 employees, more than half the government workforce, asked for a 3 percent raise in 2018-19. County leaders gave them a 0.5 percent raise. Independent fact finders in the dispute sided with the SLOCEA, and concluded that SLO employees are compensated between 10 and 18 percent less than comparable agencies. “It’s not right,” said Amber Trigueros, a county behavioral health therapist. “These are people who have families, who want to do the same thing you’re here doing today: your job.
But we have basic needs that need to be covered. ... When people can’t afford housing, and the prices of everything are going up exponentially, ... help us. We’re here asking for help.” Dozens of employees from disparate departments stated their complaints. Many fought tears. “We are being completely underpaid and you have let all of us down, including the elders and dependent adults in our community,” said Allison, a Social Services employee working with vulnerable adult ON STRIKE Dozens of striking San Luis Obispo County government populations. workers packed the Board of Supervisors chamber on Dec. 11, Ashley, a health demanding better compensation amid a rising cost of living. education specialist, said employees in equivalent through Dec. 14, although county officials positions in Monterey and Santa Barbara indicated that some of the offices and services counties start at salaries higher than what that were closed on Dec. 11 had opened on workers in SLO County top out at. Dec. 12. “We care deeply about the people in our As of press time, county services impacted community,” she said. “We aren’t asking to be included the libraries (except the Arroyo paid more than a fair wage.” Grande, Atascadero, and Cambria branches, which are open), Public Health (the San Luis When the meeting adjourned for lunch, STD clinic is closed), and various Behavioral strikers took to the streets outside the Health services. Δ government center to picket for much of the —Peter Johnson afternoon. The strike is expected to continue
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land-use consulting firm, presented the resort’s proposal to amend its existing entertainment license to include for-profit events. “Our request of license is intended to not cover new activities but to cover organic growth of existing activities,” Kirk said. Nonprofit events with 3,000 or fewer attendees are allowed under the current license. Co-owner of the resort Rob Rossi said that Avila Beach Resort hosts about eight entertainment events a year. The resort’s application proposes including up to 14 event-days a year. Eight out of the total proposed event-days would be for-profit, commercial, ticketed events that would allow between 3,000 and 5,000 people to attend. Three out of the eight days may be used for three-day festival events. During public comment, community members raised concerns over parking, the large number of attendees, and emergency evacuation plans, and questioned the lack of oversight on current resort events. “My objection to the events at the golf course is the fact that they are not permitted and regulated as intended by the county ordinance,” resident Dave Humphrey said. “The event impacts are unaddressed, and the county jeopardizes the safety of residents, employees, and visitors.” The division manger of the county’s treasurer and tax collector department, Justin Cooley, said that the resort currently just notifies the county planning department and the Avila Valley Advisory Council of upcoming events without a permit or public hearing. He said this practice stems from a decision
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made on an event permit application on the resort property in 2004. The then SLO County Board of Supervisors granted the permit, and also voted to allow events with fewer than 3,000 attendees on the property without requiring the resort to go through the permit process. Cooley said his department is compiling all the information it can for a public hearing of the resort’s proposal slated for Jan. 29 at the SLO County Board of Supervisors. If community members are interested in providing written comment, they can send it to his office on or before Jan. 14. “My department is just the facilitator in getting all information to the right departments for review and that includes the planning department, public works, the sheriff, and the health department. We are also making sure Cal Fire and the California Highway Patrol is involved as well,” he said. Resort co-owner Rossi told New Times that the meeting paved the way for ongoing communication between the resort and the residents of Avila Beach. “I recognize their concerns, and I also feel like we’ve been a good neighbor,” Rossi said. “We’re a recreational commercial property and the activities we do, I believe, benefit the community. We provide an opportunity for people that aren’t fortunate enough to live here to play in Avila.” In response to community input, Rossi said since the beginning of the year the resort offers free parking for eventgoers and for anyone who NEWS continued page 6
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Man accused of killing his father sued for wrongful death
A 24-year-old man accused of murdering his father is now facing a lawsuit, according to court records. William Joel Schonberger is named as a defendant in the lawsuit, filed Dec. 6, which seeks damages for elder abuse and the wrongful death of his father, 59-yearold William John Schonberger. The lawsuit was filed by Weslee Schonberger, William Joel’s sister. William Joel was arrested and charged with murder after he allegedly attacked his father with a machete on Dec. 9, 2016, in the Morro Bay home they’d been sharing for several years. The lawsuit does not include a specific dollar amount for damages, but notes that the family of William John was deprived of his “care, comfort, and society.” John Guy, a Torrance-based attorney representing Weslee, said the lawsuit was filed to preserve his client’s rights to her father’s estate. If a court determines that William Joel did, in fact, kill his father, then he would be disinherited from 50 percent of the estate. “It’s about a million-dollar estate,” Guy said. “But the inheritance rights can’t be determined until the criminal case is resolved.” The chances that the criminal case will be resolved any time in the near future are remote. William Joel was declared mentally incompetent to stand trial on Feb. 2, 2017, according to court records. Despite getting medication and treatment at Atascadero State Hospital, doctors were unable to bring him back to competency. According to mental health evaluations submitted to the court, while William Joel understands what he is accused of doing, he still holds deep delusions that prevent him from being able to participate in his own defense. Those include claims that his father was an “alien,” “free mason,” and “Neanderthalhybrid,” and that, “he didn’t really kill a human being,” one report stated. “In the opinion of this evaluator, [William Joel] is not competent to stand trial, and there is no substantial likelihood he will gain competency in the foreseeable future,” Psychiatrist David Fennel wrote in an April 28, 2018, evaluation. A SLO Sheriff’s Office spokesman said that William Joel is currently enrolled in a jail-based competency treatment program. Meanwhile, the county has filed to take conservatorship of William Joel, which would allow it to send him to a pyschiatric facility for further treatment. —Chris McGuinness
County supervisors extend deadlines for cannabis growers
After a vote by San Luis Obispo County supervisors, hopeful local cannabis farmers will get a little extra time to file applications for cultivation permits. In exchange, their projects could receive a little extra scrutiny from the community. County supervisors agreed at a Dec. 11 meeting to extend a looming Dec. 31 deadline for growers to submit land-use applications. They set a new deadline of April 1, 2019, after industry members and
VIEWER DISCRETION by Jayson Mellom officials argued that the previous timeline would leave many in the dust. Supervisors expressed concern that not moving the deadlines would allow the permit process to “open up” to anyone; they crafted their rules to favor a group of roughly 160 growers who had come forward to register their grows in 2016 and 2017. Only 73 of those eligible growers had applied by Dec. 11, according to the county. Only six cannabis permits have been issued thus far. There are 141 total cultivation permits available. “I actually think we need to give a little longer,” said 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold, to several nodding heads in the chamber audience. “They’re probably trying to relocate and haven’t been able to do that.” In addition to the new filing deadline, applicants now have all of 2019 to get through the approval process. Another deadline extension to help growers is an enforcement abeyance sunset date of Dec. 31, now moved to May 1, 2019. The abeyance means that not-yetpermitted cultivators can actively grow without threat of enforcement, as long as their applications are in and they are not growing on new property. The supervisors made several other tweaks to the ordinance, including one demanded by residents of Templeton and Nipomo neighboring proposed cannabis projects under review. Now, neighboring properties within 1,000 feet of a cannabis application will be notified—and twice, once when an application is initially filed and another when public hearings come around. The previous buffer had been 300 feet, with a notice only before a public hearing. “A lot of the animosity today is people are surprised,” 1st District Supervisor John Peschong said in support of the noticing changes. Despite the delays and numerous complaints from both the cannabis industry and local residents about the county’s process, officials say it’s all starting to smooth out. “We are seeing projects beginning to move through the process,” said Rob Fitzroy, deputy director of SLO County Planning and Building. “There’s always a little bit of a lag time that does slow the process down. We’ve begun to hit a stride.” —Peter Johnson
New Paso school board members to tackle difficult budget conversations
The Paso Robles Joint Unified School District is facing budget cuts. At a Dec. 11 school board meeting, Chief Business Officer Brad Pawlowski presented the first interim financial report for the 2018-19 fiscal school year. According to the report, the district’s projected reserve at the end of this fiscal year will be $1.3 million or 1.78 percent of the total budget. In 2019-20 that reserve is expected to drop to $782,363 or 0.99 percent. In 202021, if the district continues to operate as
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The district found itself in its budget predicament after it realized it had been overspending last June. In October, the district began working with the County Office of Education to monitor its progress and create a plan to get back on track. Pawlowski told New Times that reduction prioritization is starting with management positions, programs, fees for public use of campus facilities, and teaching positions. —Karen Garcia
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it currently is, the reserve will drop to negative $631,804 or negative 0.78 percent. The district is required to maintain a minimum reserve of 3 percent. Michelle Rodriguez, a fourth grade teacher at Virginia Peterson Elementary School, told New Times she and her colleagues are upset with the district’s financial oversight. “The whole situation with the budget is really frustrating because not only have we gone through this before, but you would think we would have learned from our mistakes,” Rodriguez said. “I’m nervous, I’m worried, and I’m hopeful that the new board members can turn this around and make this district better.” The almost entirely new board, with incumbents Joan Summers and Tim Hearhart, will now consider a resolution to create a plan for fiscal solvency. The district has until the end of February to identify an estimated $2.1 million in cuts from the 2019-20 fiscal year’s budget; officials will need to find an additional $800,000 in reductions from the 2020-21 budget. Rodriguez said she and her colleagues are worried the cuts might include teacher positions and programs for students. The current financial issues come amid the former Superintendent Chris Williams leaving the district. After receiving his ninth consecutive positive evaluation during a closed session meeting on Dec. 6, Williams announced his resignation—the transition starting in the next 60 days from the meeting date. The board also accepted the resignation of Rich Clayton, director of athletics, and Kristin Shouse, director of student services. The board’s new president, Joel Peterson, said the announcement was unexpected. “Overall, there was surprise but we’re going to pull together as a community— all of us teachers, parents, board administration—to get through this,” Peterson said. “We can certainly do it, but to will be a big challenge to tackle.” Superintendent of the San Luis Obispo Office of Education James Brescia attended the Dec. 11 meeting to act as a temporary chairperson. He said he’s slated to attend a few future meetings to ensure the district’s board is following protocol.
The man who threatened to kill members of Women’s March SLO on Facebook will not serve any jail time, despite concerns from the victims and the case’s prosecutor that he isn’t remorseful and doesn’t understand the impact of his crime. SLO County Superior Court Judge Matthew Guerrero sentenced 46-yearold Daniel Joshua Phares to three years of formal probation on Dec. 11. Phares pleaded no contest to a misdemeanor count of making criminal threats in October. Phares will also have to complete 10 hours of anger management classes, write letters of apology to each of his victims, and is banned from owning or possessing firearms, among other conditions of his probation. Phares was arrested in August 2017 after he left a threatening comment directed at three members of the Women’s March who were organizing a public rally against hate and racism in Mission Plaza. The rally, called Outshine the Darkness, was meant to be a local response to the deadly riot in Charlottesville, Virginia. “I suggest you racist subhuman shitbags start contributing to something useful,” the post stated. “I will kill every one of you and make you like it.” At the hearing, Women’s March coorganizer Dawn Addis spoke on behalf of herself and the other victims of the threat. She thanked police investigators and prosecutors for believing them and taking their concerns about the threats seriously, and encouraged women and others who have been threatened or silenced to speak out. “We are honest when we say that fear will not keep us quiet, or stop us from working toward a positive and just future for all,” Addis said. “We don’t act out of fear, we act in spite of it.” During the hearing, SLO County Prosecutor Chris Peuvrelle raised concerns about Phares’ commitment to serving his sentence. He told Guerrero that he was “disappointed” in Phares’ actions since the plea, including allegedly posting on social media that he wouldn’t participate in the required anger management classes. Addis and the two other Women’s March SLO members shared similar concerns. “We are not convinced that Mr. Phares realizes the harm that he has caused, and we are concerned that he has no interest in correcting his behavior,” Addis said. “We hope we will be proven wrong.” Phares was combative at the hearing, refusing to give yes or no responses to questions from Guerrerro. In occasional outbursts at the judge and prosecutor, Phares referenced Andrew Holland, an inmate who died in SLO County NEWS continued page 8
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Arroyo Grande, Grover will fill empty council seats by appointment
One of the first jobs that the newly elected members of the Grover Beach and Arroyo Grande city councils will take on is picking someone to share the dais with them. After swearing in new mayors and council members, both councils opted to appoint someone to fill vacant seats instead of holding special elections. In both cases, the vacancies were created because a sitting council member was elected as mayor, leaving one empty seat on each respective council. In Grover Beach, former Councilmember Jeff Lee was elected as mayor, replacing outgoing Mayor John Shoals. Shortly after Lee and recently re-elected
councilmembers Barbara Nicholls and Miriam Shah were sworn in, the council voted 4-0 on Dec. 10 to appoint an individual to fill Lee’s vacant council seat. To be considered, candidates must submit a written application to the city by Dec. 21. The council will conduct interviews of those candidates at a public Jan. 7 meeting before voting to appoint one of them. “A special election is just too costly, and too unwieldy from a timing standpoint,” Lee said. In Arroyo Grande, former Councilmember Caren Ray unseated two-term Mayor Jim Hill. Ray, along with newly minted Councilmembers Jimmy Paulding and Keith Storton, and veteran Councilmember Kristen Barneich, also opted to appoint a member to their vacancy. Candidates will have to submit a written application to the city by Dec. 20 and appear at a Jan. 8 public meeting to answer questions from the council, who will then vote on the appointment. Both cities cited cost and timing as factors in deciding against calling for a special election. According to an Arroyo Grande staff report, a special election could cost as much as $120,000. In addition, the soonest the council could hold a special election would be in November 2019. “We can’t have a four-person council for very long,” Barneich said. Appointed council members will serve a full two-year term in both cities. Under California law, city councils must either appoint someone or call for a special election within 60 days of a vacancy. ∆ —Chris McGuinness
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s of December, Clark Guest said he’d officially been clean and sober for 19 years. But just three days after marking that important milestone, Guest publicly addressed the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors on behalf of those who are still trying to navigate the path out of addiction and into recovery, whom he feared may be hurt by a strike by county employees. “I don’t know what I would have done if there was a work stoppage while I was in early recovery,” Guest told the board at a Dec. 4 meeting. “I am hearing and seeing pure fear and confusion from my brothers and sisters in recovery over the possibility of being shut out of treatment.” Guest is a drug and alcohol program supervisor for the county, but he told the board that he was representing “the voice of the recovery community, and nothing else” in his comments. Those comments came as the SLO County Employees’ Association (SLOCEA), the county’s largest employee union, was prepared to go on strike from Dec. 11 to 14 due to a dispute over the organization’s 2018-19 contract. While the county and union
agreed to maintain some public health and safety services during the strike, Guest said he was worried about the impact the work stoppage could have on individuals already facing the often difficult task of staying clean. He said that access to treatment, especially during the holiday season, was “a lifeline” for them. “There’s a large recovery community out there that is reeling at the thought of this work stoppage,” he said. “My brothers and sisters are hurting.” Michelle Thomason, board president for nonprofit SLO County Recovery Support Network, said she had similar concerns. The organization helps raise awareness about addiction treatment and recovery, and also holds fundraisers and hosts events where individuals in recovery and their families can participate in drugand alcohol-free activities. Thomason said that her organization had called off a celebratory “graduation” ceremony for individuals who recently completed treatment programs. “It’s really important to be recognized for staying clean and making it through treatment,” she said. “It’s a huge hit
to people. … So many people were disappointed.” Thomason also said that some recovery support groups and meetings could be shut down during the strike. Such meetings, she said, are critical to helping keep those in recovery from relapsing. “We have to get through it,” she said. “It’s just three days, but I hope it doesn’t ever happen again.” Of the union’s 1,737 members, SLOCEA and the county agreed to allow 160 “essential employees” to continue working in order to protect public health and safety. According to documents from the county, that will include some clinicians, technicians, and administrative assistants in the SLO County Behavioral Health Department’s Drug and Alcohol Services division, whose duties include providing medication-assisted treatment for individuals addicted to opiates and/or alcohol. As of Dec. 12, signs posted at the SLO County Health Agency’s building on Johnson Avenue stated that the office would remain open during the strike days, but that “some services” may not be available during that time. “We are currently working with the Health Agency, the Behavioral Health Agency, and Public Health on what type of hours and impacts the strike
might have,” County Administrative Officer Wade Horton told supervisors on Dec. 4. “But the plan is to maintain critical health and safety services to the community during the strike.” According to a Dec. 7 memo from Horton, the county’s drug clinics in SLO, Grover Beach, Paso Robles, and Atascadero will remain open but will operate on reduced hours. During the strike, no drug tests will occur, except for emergencies, and all groups and services scheduled after 5 p.m. will also be canceled if staff are not present by 11 a.m. The disputes that led to the strike centered on pay raises for county workers. According to previous reporting by New Times, SLOCEA asked for a 3 percent cost of living pay increase, but the county, citing financial restraints, offered them 0.5 percent. Guest wondered aloud if the county could be doing more to avoid the strike. No matter how things are resolved, he warned those at the supervisors meeting that the consequences for people in the recovery community could be dire. “You’re gambling with people’s lives,” he said. ∆ Staff Writer Chris McGuinness can be reached at cmcguinness@newtimesslo.com.
Strokes&Plugs BY KAREN GARCIA
Clothing for all I t started with knowing someone who knew someone who was going to Africa. When Susan Chandler found out that a friend of a friend was traveling to Africa, she knew she wanted to do something for children in need there. Her greatest skill is making things for others by sewing. Chandler said she was reminded of two women who sewed dresses for girls and women in Africa and other parts of the world. She made her donations through the nonprofits Little Dresses for Africa and Dress a Girl Around the World. Each provided sewing patterns to create dresses for girls and women. Anyone can go on the organizations’ websites and download the dress patterns, sew a dress, and donate it to their local ambassador or mail it to the location of the nonprofit—as neither are locally based. Chandler said both organizations are not only trying to provide clothing for those in need, but to empower little girls as well. According to the Little Dresses for Africa website, their mission is to give dresses to those in need to “plant the seed that they are worthy.” “Girls are at the bottom of the heap and they get no respect, that was the organizer’s whole thing. These girls need a little something,” Chandler said.
The drive to help others has always been a part of Chandler, and the nonprofits’ message was something that she could get behind. So she decided to bring that effort to the local community. “It’s just something fun to do, and I never have trouble finding people willing to make dresses,” she said. “There are so many people that want to give back.” So far, Chandler finds people who are traveling to different countries with children in need through word of mouth. The dresses she has gathered have gone to Mexico, the Philippines, and Uganda. “You have to find someone who is going to take the donations because you can’t really rely on the mail to get it there,” she said. Chandler gets together with women all over San Luis Obispo County to collect donations or pass the word on about her efforts. Her main meeting place is the United Church of Christ of SLO. Sitting with her at a table with dress patterns, samples of dresses, and fabric is Carol Michael. Michael heard about Chandler’s efforts through a newspaper ad and decided to join. Michael was looking for a sewing group of some kind, as sewing was something she took up after retiring from teaching in Oregon. “I started with a quilting group in my community, and I got to the point where
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CLOTHING FOR ALL Susan Chandler creates and encourages other sewers to make dresses and shorts for children in impoverished countries.
none of my relatives needed any more quilts,” she said. So her group started making American Hero quilts, which are patriotic blankets for wounded soldiers in the Middle East. Michael said it was a way for the soldiers to know that people at home were thinking of them. When she moved from Oregon to the Central Coast, she wanted to find a group she could join that was creating pieces for others. “I like to do helpful things, and I saw this in the paper. I had been trying to belong in the process of relocating and I found it,” Michael said. Chandler rounds up volunteers to make not only dresses but also shorts for little boys.
Anyone interested in making a dress can go online and find the pattern and guidelines on the Dress a Girl Around the world website. It gives directions and guidelines on what kind of fabric to use, how big the pockets on the dresses should be, as well as seams, hems, and other measurements. Contact Susan Chandler directly at (805) 441-8031 with any questions or to find out more information.
Fast fact
Fin’s Seafood Restaurant in Grover Beach held its annual Dinner for a Cause on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 27, and raised more than $18,000 for children, youth, and families impacted by homelessness in South County. All of the dinner’s proceeds were donated to 5Cities Homeless Coalition to meet critical needs of those in South County who are homeless or facing homelessness, particularly unaccompanied youth and families with children. To learn more about 5Cities Homeless Coalition visit 5chc.org or call (805) 574-1638. ∆ Staff writer Karen Garcia wrote this week’s Strokes and Plugs. Send tidbits to strokes@newtimesslo.com.
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Building networks SLO County agencies and companies tackle the local digital divide BY PETER JOHNSON • PHOTOS BY JAYSON MELLOM
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ut of personal necessity, all three men stumbled into starting companies. Steve Terry just wanted to give his parents in Creston a better internet option than satellite. Ben Korman needed high-speed broadband on his ranch in Cayucos, and it wasn’t available. Tom Kosta, stuck with slow internet in east Arroyo Grande, found out that a major fiber optic line ran right through nearby Price Canyon, and became determined to connect to it. Terry, Korman, and Kosta decided to take matters into their own hands—after all, the phone and cable companies weren’t doing much—and invent a better option. By utilizing the latest wireless technology and equipment, each local managed to achieve the same successful result: blazing fast internet on their properties, in areas of San Luis Obispo County that have been historically underserved with broadband. “Necessity is the mother of all inventions,” said Korman, who set up his network, now known as Ranch WiFi, about 10 years ago as a young professional out of Cal Poly. It didn’t take long for all three of these home experiments to expand beyond the confines of the creators’ properties. Word spread. Friends and neighbors started asking, could they get connected? Sure, why not, the budding entrepreneurs said. It became apparent to them how much reliable, high-speed internet was a need for residents and businesses in rural swaths of SLO County. “I had people I don’t even know coming up my driveway,” said Kosta, who started Peak WiFi in South County a few years ago. “What we quickly discovered was—I wanted to solve this problem for my family—there was a huge problem in our community. If you live in one of the townships, you had Charter internet, but everybody outside of town was really suffering.” “There’s just been a need everywhere,” said Terry, who similarly founded Wilson-Creek Communications in North County in 2010. Federal and state officials and broadband advocates call this gap in internet services the “digital divide.” While the world’s economy, education system, and social fabric grows ever-reliant on the internet and access to high-speed connectivity, residents and communities in less populated, rural areas often get left behind. The divide has been identified as a major issue across the U.S. and in California. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines high-speed broadband as a connection with a download speed of at least 25 megabits per second (mbps). But according to FCC data from 2016, only 46 percent of rural Californians had access to those speeds, compared to 95 percent of all state residents. Additionally, rural California woefully trails the highspeed connection rate of the overall rural U.S., which is 69 percent. Wireless startups like the three mentioned above are helping make a dent in the various underserved areas of the Central Coast. Public-private investments in infrastructure have also brought new levels of
connectivity to rural school districts and local cities. But SLO County still has a way to go. In 2016, the Broadband Consortium of the Pacific Coast (BCPC), a tri-county group dedicated to improving “broadband deployment, access, and adoption” in SLO, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties, gave SLO County a D-minus grade for its internet options. Officials and local
HOOKED UP After years of struggling with poor internet, Shandon Elementary School (pictured) and High School recently connected to a fiber optic line upon the completion a rural broadband extension project.
school district and SLO County completed a joint project to extend fiber optic cable to the far-flung town. For the district, partnering with the county was essential. A $70,000 state grant to enhance connectivity in the district couldn’t cover the cost of the 1-mile fiber extension. Luckily, the county also needed to upgrade the communications at its fire station and public works facility in Shandon, so they were willing to chip in about twice the value of the grant. “It was perfect,” said Daniel Milei, the chief information officer (CIO) for SLO County. “If you plan ahead, you can spend the money at once.” As a result, the high school and elementary school now both benefit from an excellent internet connection. But the time and cost involved for this relatively small extension offers a sense of the obstacles in the way of expanding broadband networks to existing communities and buildings, Milei said. The extension project took several years to come to fruition, due to the typical complicated planning logistics. It then cost close to a quarter-of-amillion dollars to lay down that single mile of fiber. Miles and miles south of Shandon in New Cuyama, a tiny agricultural community on the border of SLO and Santa Barbara counties, fiber is not readily within reach. Up until this past April, Cuyama schools operated on “very slow, very low-bandwidth internet,” according to school district Superintendent Stephen Bluestein. But thanks to a grant, the district recently built a large radio tower that “beams in” high-speed broadband from the distant Kern County Superintendent of Schools’ Office. “We’ve been in good shape since then,” Bluestein told New Times. “The state testing is all on the computers. It was very hard to do before.” Despite improvements for the schools, the Cuyama community as a whole continues to “suffer from not having a WiFi provider,” the district leader said. Only about a quarter of homes have satellite, Bluestein estimated, while some families may try to use Verizon’s decent mobile LTE coverage as home internet. “We certainly know when we’re assigning work that [students] may not be able to access any internet connectivity,” Bluestein said. The same assumption could be made back north up in Shandon. While the school sites are now fiber-connected, the homes, businesses, and farms surrounding them did not benefit from that expansion. “It was brought to the school, and now people are saying, ‘Can you bring it to my home?’” Milei said. “That’s a private sector issue. That would be an investment challenge for the private sector. That’s where the buck stops.” That is where the buck generally stops when it comes to solving the digital divide, Milei noted. It just doesn’t make a lot of economic sense for corporations to invest in broadband infrastructure in rural areas, because it usually involves extremely high upfront costs for a small base of customers—a bad combination. “The whole conversation breaks up when you talk far away, underserved communities. The cost of building that is astronomic,” Milei said. “There’s no way around it.” Despite the benefits and virtues of achieving broadband equity—economic, educational, civic, health, safety, and otherwise—both the market and the government struggle to deliver it. “Those are great causes,” Milei said, “but nobody wants to pay for it.”
Investment and competition experts say a combination of economic, infrastructural, governmental, and cultural factors are at play. “We’re trying to bring awareness to the fact that hey, we’re not top-notch. We’re barely getting by at some of these speeds,” said BCPC member Tim Williams, the CEO of Digital West, an internet service provider to local businesses. “The FCC is shooting for 25 mbps. ... That’s a minimum speed. We’ve got to be shooting for far greater than that.”
Infrastructure problem
For students and teachers in Shandon, there’s a night and day difference between life in the classroom today versus just months ago. For years, the schools in the small rural community east of Paso Robles couldn’t rely on their internet connection to function at all—never mind at decent speeds. “If you’re not sure the internet is going to work every day, you can’t put that in your lesson plans,” former Shandon Joint-Unified School District Superintendent Teresa Taylor explained to New Times back in 2017. That all dramatically changed recently, when the
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Federal and state agencies are actually willing to pay for some of it, mostly by helping private companies pay for it. This past October, the FCC announced the results of its Connect America Fund auction, in which broadband firms were awarded a collective $1.5 billion to deliver internet to digitally marginalized areas around the nation. California Internet LP, a Camarillo-based company, was awarded $83 million (one of the top recipients in California) to build networks across the state, including swaths of SLO County between Atascadero and Morro Bay, east of Paso Robles, and near the coast around Cambria. The firm, founded in 2011, claims to be “the fastest growing B2B fixed wireless ISP in Los Angeles,” according to a press release from last year. On the state government level, the Legislature voted last year to renew its California Advanced Services Funds, which will allocate up to $330 million between 2018 and 2022 to support the deployment of “highquality advanced communications services” statewide. The goal is to give 98 percent of Californians access to broadband by 2022. But many locals in the internet game like Williams,
really kind of dropped out of that market. … We’re really limited to one real choice. If there’s only one real choice, there’s no incentive for that provider to do any better. … There’s no competition. There’s no one to switch to and no incentive to change.” Without saying them by name, Williams is talking about Charter, which has an essential monopoly on cable internet in SLO County (at 90 percent of homes, per the PCBC). AT&T and Verizon are the area’s dominant phone service providers, delivering copper wire DSL internet to about 5 percent of county households, at speeds that fail to meet the California Public PUSHING THE ENVELOPE Tom Kosta (left), founder of Peak WiFi, and Tim Utilities Commission’s minimum Williams, CEO of Digital West, chat on Dec. 7 after a ribbon-cutting ceremony for acceptable service level of 6 mbps, new fiber optic connections in Grover Beach. In different ways, both entrepreneurs are challenging the status quo of broadband in SLO County. according to a 2016 PCBC report. The remaining 5 percent of SLO CEO of Digital West, aren’t waiting around for state and County homes have no wired broadband option at all. federal funding. Over the past several years, Williams “When you come down to something as pivotal to our has been busy partnering with local governments, society as the internet, we really don’t have choices,” like the county and the city of Grover Beach, to make Williams said. infrastructural advances in the area. On Dec. 7, Digital West and the city of Grover held a ribbon-cutting From the peaks ceremony for the years-in-the-making completion of fiber Choice—it’s what the smaller, fixed wireless optic installation in Grover Beach. It’s just one of several companies like Ranch WiFi, Peak WiFi, Wilsonpublic-private partnerships that the longtime SLO Creek Communications, Outback Internet, company has in store to lay the fiber groundwork for the Surfnet, Digital Putty, and others finally offered future, Williams said. rural SLO County residents stuck with DSL or “We’re unable to spend literally hundreds of millions satellite. [of dollars] like an AT&T or Google, but we can Larry Fluer, who’s lived in Adelaida since 1995, intelligently and entrepreneurially work in partnership had tried every internet service combination with some of our cities and counties and public agencies imaginable before he became a much-happier to try to build this fiber network anyway,” Williams told Outback Internet customer about a year ago. New Times. “There’s definitely some growth happening, “The last service I had was over DSL line, and we’re excited about it. … It’s one of those things and I got rid of that because I couldn’t even where now we’re not limited by the medium anymore.” download documents from the county website Williams founded Digital West in 1998. He’s not only that I had to have for the committee I belong lived through the 20-year evolution of the internet—from to,” Fluer told New Times. dial-up, to DSL, to cable, to fiber—but he’s sold those Poor connectivity over the years even hampered services and tried to innovate with them over time. One Fluer’s ability to run his business from home, as thing that Williams appears to have grown tired of Skype video conference calls started becoming an over his long career on the Central Coast is settling for industry norm. 2016 a mediocre status quo. With the boundless potential of “I wasn’t able to hang in on online meetings. (all) for speed 92% modern U.S. fiber and connectivity, Williams wants Trying to get signal by satellite or any other U.S. (rural) to see SLO County, its69%businesses, and cities seize on means, it couldn’t be done,” he said. “It was a California 95% every opportunity to deploy it. constant battle to do that.” (all) “We’reCalifornia the country that really created this medium, Fluer was certainly not alone in that 46% (rural) this internet, and we’re so far behind,” Williams said. struggle, which is why this cadre of wireless “Fiber, it’s limitless. We can go 100 gigabytes per second internet companies has found a niche. What if we wanted to.” they do is essentially fill the gap in broadband That sentiment is the thrust behind the PCBC, an infrastructure by building their own line-oforganization that convenes the brightest tech minds sight wireless networks from scratch. in SLO, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties to try to Take Kosta, the founder of Peak WiFi in tackle these issues. Williams says one key factor holding Arroyo Grande. A former IBM employee and up SLO County in terms of broadband progress is a lack self-described innovator, Kosta sources his of competition in the market. network from a trans-Pacific fiber optic line “We as a society are typically bound to what’s been running from Asia straight through Price here,” he said. “That’s been the phone company and the Canyon. He wirelessly relays that cable company, and the phone company has fiber signal to a 50-foot antenna behind his house, which then transmits to more than 1,000 connection points throughout the south and central areas of the county. Percent of population with “It’s a miracle that high-speed (25 mbps) it works,” Kosta told 2016 internet service in 2016 New Times. “It’s like a 100% 95% symphony.” 92% 90% Kosta built up his 80% network by collaborating 69% 70% with private property
owners throughout the region to install “mobile repeaters” at higher elevations. These devices help transmit the signals all around the network. Today, Peak WiFi serves 3,000 to 4,000 customers at homes, wineries, banks, and other businesses from See Canyon, to Huasna, to Edna Valley, its founder said. Other local wireless providers have garnered similar levels of popularity. Ranch WiFi’s network stretches all the way to the Santa Maria Valley. It’s also now the internet service provider for Hearst Castle. “It’s city-fast fiber in the country,” Korman, Ranch WiFi’s founder, said.
Future frontiers
The locally spun wireless networks haven’t arrived without some angst. A neighbor to Kosta has voiced opposition to having the Peak WiFi antenna near her property line. Earlier this year, she filed an appeal of a SLO County Planning Department Hearing Officer’s decision to allow the antenna to be designated for commercial uses. The Board of Supervisors will hear the appeal at a date uncertain, but 4th District Supervisor Lynn Compton will have to recuse herself. She’s a customer of Peak WiFi. “The tower is very visually inconsistent with neighborhood character, and destroys viewshed and vistas,” the neighbor, Trudy Jarratt, told the county hearing officer in February, adding that the business has brought increased truck traffic to the neighborhood. There are also questions about the potential exposures to radiofrequency (RF) radiation, typically a concern with cell towers. Kosta is quick to point out that the antennas used for Peak WiFi, and other wireless internet networks, are not cell towers, and emit significantly less RF than cell towers. “The power we use is like ... take your router, put it inside of your wok dish, and put it up in a tree and point it out,” Kosta said. “It’s the same frequency, it’s the same low power. It’s like a duck fart in a hurricane.” The dispute has grown tense nonetheless, and Kosta said he’s sought advice from the FCC, whose officials responded by asking for his help in crafting language to guide future county ordinances regulating the latest antenna technology. “The county only has ordinances on the books that are for cell towers,” Kosta said. “The tech has outpaced the regulations so we’re going to sit down and have a discussion. … All of our citizens need good internet.” Ultimately, though, the enduring, long-term quality of internet connectivity in the area may only go as far as its infrastructural backbone. Wireless providers need line-of-sight connections to make their network function—which is not always possible with the myriad peaks, valleys, and forests across SLO County and the Central Coast. Milei, the county’s CIO, thinks the only comprehensive solution can come from a larger state or federal investment. “In my mind, it’s just like in the 1950s when they built the freeway system,” Milei said. “We need the same thing for the internet. The freeway system took about 20 years to build. It would be the same. You have to start somewhere.” ∆ Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com.
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NEW NETWORK A 50-foot antenna stands behind Tom Kosta’s house in Arroyo Grande. In 2014, it just served his property with high-speed internet. Today, it’s the foundation for Peak WiFi, a wireless network with more than 1,000 connections.
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BY WILL POWERS
The trouble with alcohol It’s worse than marijuana, yet law enforcement doesn’t target alcohol producers
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ust across the SLO County line in Kern County, sheriff’s deputies recently raided a “marijuana concentrate” lab, confiscating what the department called $9 million in cannabis products. On Nov. 28, the sheriff was quoted in The Bakersfield Californian as saying that the lab was “highly dangerous to not only the suspects, but the public as well.” The promulgation of such blatant hogwash is common when lawenforcement agencies raid marijuanarelated businesses, as our “protectors” assure us that they’re keeping us safe from operations like the one in the valley. In reality, what is really occurring is an ongoing, sustained, taxpayerfunded crusade against a product that, in its many and varied forms, has the potential to cure millions of people of serious illness, while avoiding the brutal side effects that are intrinsic in the prescription medications and procedures of the so-called “legitimate” medical field. In fact, marijuana is commonly used to control those very side effects, such as the ones associated with cancer treatments like radiation and chemotherapy. Spurred on by big oil, big pharma, and big alcohol, law enforcement agencies, funded ad infinitum by their overlord boards of supervisors and city councils, conduct raids like the one in the valley, confiscate and destroy equipment and product (without due process of law), and then they tell the public how much it has
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been “protected.” The press release after the valley raid said, “If any piece of equipment was to fail, or the suspects were to put the equipment together incorrectly, the operation could have caused an explosion in the building causing serious bodily injury or death.” See how much the sheriff was protecting the public? People familiar with the Kern operation say that the facility was state of the art, so secure that people could have safely smoked inside the building, had they chosen to do so. Meanwhile, oil spills, such as the major pipeline-rupture catastrophe north of Goleta on May 19, 2015, can cause $257 million in damage and destroy countless sea life, yet no one is arrested or charged with a crime, there’s no call to “protect the public from the oil industry,” and such polluters march on, unabated. The effort by our judicial and lawenforcement systems against the marijuana industry is a crusade because it’s built upon hysteria, unsubstantiated claims, and bogeyman propaganda. Chew on this fact: About half of all the homicides and assaults committed in the nation every year are committed when the offender, victim, or both have been drinking, according to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence! Yet recreational users of marijuana, who cause no such damage, are forced
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to deal with a corrupt anti-marijuana system that makes growing, harvesting, processing, and distribution of the plant and its derivatives outrageously expensive and dangerous, because our “protectors” are doing everything they can to perpetuate those costs and dangers. Heard about any “raids” of wineries or breweries because people use their products, then maim and kill, or drive drunk, then maim and kill? There were 37,000 deaths from drunk-driving accidents in the U.S. in 2017—that’s more than 100 a day—but a study published in the American Journal of Public Health found no increase in vehicle crash fatalities in Colorado and Washington after legalization of marijuana. Instead, taxpayers fund and seemingly congratulate efforts by their “protectors” to keep us safe from a product that is so much safer, so much more medically sound, and so much more safely entertaining than all the alcohol products ever produced. So, read propaganda “press releases” like the one published by the Kern County Sheriff’s Office after this latest “raid,” then try to convince yourself that a crusade based on lies and deception is somehow keeping you “safe.” Finally, when you have problems making sense of this misguided effort, have a few drinks and forget all your troubles. ∆ Will Powers is mad about the way law enforcement treats marijuana. He writes from San Luis Obispo. Send comments to clanham@newtimesslo.com or write a letter for publication and email it to letters@newtimesslo.com.
Letters Call a spade a spade
New Times has been spewing despicable, negative, disrespectful, profane, and even life-threatening dialogue when referring to President Trump. Purportedly, this is done in the name of journalistic license. Perhaps all of these depictions are true. That is not the point. Equitable journalism would have described our previous president as a sneering, flap-eared, baboon by merely using the same language as your infamous Shredder who recently portrayed President Trump as a “bloated gasbag” and an “orange dick-tator.” Humble apologies to any astute among the readership for my brief foray into journalistic gutter-speak—New Times style. Touché. August Salemi Atascadero
A bipartisan agreement for good
The League of Women Voters commends the Board of Supervisors for agreeing to a plan to address the serious crisis of a lack of affordable housing in San Luis Obispo County. The bipartisan plan agreed to on Dec. 4 is an important first step. We also commend the Coalition of Housing Partners for its persistent efforts to come up with a multi-faceted plan that could garner community-wide support. The League has long supported the creation of more housing for low-income and working families as vital to the economic health and social well-being of our communities. We look forward to seeing this happen as this long overdue plan is implemented. LETTERS continued page 14
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As important as this plan is to the community, what’s also important is the fact that the members of the Board of Supervisors were able to work together, to focus on the problem, discuss it civilly, and to compromise. We are encouraged and hope this bipartisan plan to create more affordable housing augur well for 2019 as the board addresses other issues of importance to their constituents. Ann Havlik and Cindy Marie Absey co-presidents League of Women Voters of San Luis Obispo County
The Endangered Species Act hasn’t fulfilled its promise
With all due respect to state Sen. Bill Monning (“The 45th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act,” Dec. 6), if you look back to the listing of sea otters in California as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in 1977, you would find that the state of California did not support this listing. The reasons cited were: The population was increasing under state protection, there was no significant disease, and there was no immediate threat. Sea otter advocates claimed that the population was at risk of being affected by an oil spill. Well, in 40 years, this has not happened. What did happen is the sacrifice of a number of valuable fisheries to protect the sea otter from an oil spill— abalone, sea urchin, clams, and halibut
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What should be done with the El Campo intersection on Highway 101 in South SLO County?
48% Close the crossing. Too many people have been hurt or killed there! 33% Just make it safer. Put in a traffic light at the crossing. 17% Keep it open. People just need to be more careful there. 2%
The drivers are the problem; the CHP should increase patrols in that area. 42 Votes
worth hundreds of millions of dollars annually to coastal communities. I had an opportunity to appear before congress in 1985 on sea otters and the ESA. At this hearing, Sir David Attenborough was on the panel before me. In his testimony, Sir Attenborough identified that our human bias was in favor of blunt-nosed, brown-eyed, furbearing animals, over invertebrates. What has actually taken place under the ESA is making life more difficult for farmers, ranchers, and fishermen while swelling government bureaucratic ranks producing “recovery plans” for these animals. Some of these plans cost millions. Examples include: plans for the Atlantic green turtle, which cost $88.2 million, and the loggerhead turtle, for $85.9 million (“Going Broke,” National Wilderness Institute, 1994). These financial investments did nothing to
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directly protect and/or help animals. Some of these “protected animals” were later determined to not really be “endangered.” American alligators, for example. This is why the U.S. Senate and House are currently overhauling the ESA. Steven L. Rebuck San Luis Obispo
A happy place to create
I want to share a story with your readers about a person and place that touched my life as well as the lives my two sons, who are 5 and 3 years old. Several months ago I discovered LilA Creative Community in Arroyo Grande as I was browsing New Times for local activities. I was on the hunt for a crafty activity to do with my boys and found something even better in Lori and her studio on Grand Avenue. From the first time I spoke with her over the phone, she was welcoming and flexible with our schedule. Once a week I take the boys to a class with Lori. She is consistently warm to all of us, always giving me feedback about how they’re developing, and is accommodating to their individual skills and interests. Lori offers a beautiful blend of freedom and structure during their class and encourages exploration. After the first couple of classes, I noticed a positive change in both boys, my oldest taking initiative to be independent and both showing more confidence. I have also attended several mixed media classes and open studio sessions at LilA and have had a huge leap in creativity. Lori’s approach is inspiring! She enables her students to be independent, curious,
experimental, and brave, all while working in a safe, encouraging environment. Our whole family has felt the benefits of our visits to LilA. We are relatively new to the area and rely on word of mouth or local resources to tell us about fun activities. I’m grateful that we accidently found LilA through New Times, and I hope others feel inspired to reach out to Lori. I’ve seen students of all ages, toddlers, teens, and adults, creating in her studio. I appreciate when others reveal to me their favorite places, so I am eager to share this wonderful place and teacher with your readers. Happy creating! Bernadette Renois Pismo Beach
Al Fonzi forgets his Christian values and fellow Americans
Mr. Fonzi, your opinion on the recent Atascadero City Council decision is appalling and the most selfish piece I’ve ever read in the New Times (“Why the armory is a bad idea for a shelter,” Dec. 6). You assume that everyone who can’t make it to ECHO is an addict and violent, which is a flat-out lie. At my work in SLO, transients frequent and sleep there every day, and the majority are struggling to live while sleeping in the cold and heavy rains. How dare you assume that these people would ever harm a child! The selfish-individualistic mentality that’s infected all levels of government and society is why our great nation is LETTERS continued page 16
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failing to achieve any form of positive and pragmatic goals. That is to lower the basic costs of living so we can be “well fed, well clothed, well lodged, well instructed, and well paid,” attaining our harmony of interests, while using our innovative productive powers to save our planet and keep our children and communities safe from school/public shootings. We are a community and through association and cooperation, we pay local, state, and federal taxes. The state military department has no right to ask more from us stalwart taxpayers and should be asking the Department of Defense, which takes 54 percent of our income taxes, accounting for $590 billion plus interest (cbo.gov), instead of gutting the city’s small budget. If you claim to be a Christian, consider Christ’s compassion. Stop spreading fear and come to the table with some pragmatic and empathetic suggestions. Garland Miller Atascadero
Disappointing reporting I think Chris McGuinness fell far short of what one would expect in his reporting of the 20-year-old, Grover Beach man deported to Mexico (“ICE arrested 20-year-old DACA ‘dreamer’… ,” Dec. 6). The sense I took from his report is that a “dreamer” (one who is seeking a better life in America and wishes to legally have the opportunity to pursue it) whose crime was merely a “misdemeanor” was taken from his family by ICE (the villain) and deported to Mexico where he “has no job and doesn’t speak very good Spanish” (and we should feel sorry for him). Information that seems to be missing from his reporting, perhaps purposely,
includes details such as the crime he was punished for that put him in jail for three months and any mention of the victims. I think we all know that a first-time, misdemeanor offender isn’t likely to be sentenced to jail time so one must assume that he’s a repeat offender or in some other way a danger to the community. And we also know that getting caught for a crime typically doesn’t happen the first time a crime is committed (though it is possible), but rather after repeatedly committing crimes. I think reporting these details would have been valuable in allowing me (and your readers) to decide if “David” is a potentially dangerous criminal needing to be removed from our community or the victim of unfortunate circumstances deserving a second chance. Although dreamers are not here legally, we know that if they do not commit crimes they’re not going to be arrested and deported. And if ICE believes that David is a danger to our community, shouldn’t we be happy that he’s gone? Aren’t we, perhaps, saving a neighbor, a family member, a friend, or even me from being robbed, raped, maimed, or killed by just one more irresponsible foreigner here illegally? Let me suggest that rather than demonizing ICE we should acknowledge and appreciate their efforts to keep us safe. Gary Wechter Arroyo Grande
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or my money, this is the single most exciting potential outcome of the Blue Wave that just swept Congress: It was a giant step forward for the Green New Deal. If you haven’t heard about this, a detailed description follows, but here’s my short, simple favorite: We found a way to take on climate change in a manner that encompasses protection of the environment and the creation of a just economy. For decades, advocates for the environment, social justice, fair trade, etc., have worked on these issues separately. But climate change, the existential crisis of our time, the problem that’s too big to deal with, is changing that. The Sierra Club’s Living Economy Team puts it this way: “A Green New Deal is a big, bold transformation of the economy to tackle the twin crises of inequality and climate change. The status quo economy leaves millions behind. It exposes workingclass families, communities of color, and others to stagnant wages, toxic pollution, dead-end jobs, and climate disasters. We need a massive public investment to transition from an economy built on exploitation and fossil fuels to one driven by dignified work and clean energy. We need to upgrade our infrastructure, overhaul our energy system, retrofit our buildings, and restore our ecosystems.
We need to create family-sustaining jobs, guarantee clean air and water, raise wages, and build climate resilience—with priority access for frontline communities. We need a Green New Deal.” On Nov. 20, youth activists with the Sunrise Movement, accompanied by Congresswoman-elect Alexandria OcasioCortez, filled the D.C. office of U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-California) and urged Congress members nationwide to back a Green New Deal. Like all movements for change, this did not suddenly appear out of nowhere and spring to life under the Capitol dome. The Sierra Club has been working on the shape and content of a Green New Deal with civil society partners for the past year. We want the incoming Congress to focus on two general policy priorities when constructing this framework. One: infrastructure renewal—including light rail, public transit, a smart grid for increased wind and solar power, replacing stormwater systems and crumbling bridges. Two: establishing national energy efficiency standards for public and private buildings, appliances, and industrial processes, giving the hardest-hit communities priority access to new job opportunities, cleanup projects, and climate resilience initiatives, and using materials produced via clean manufacturing. A “Buy Clean” law would ensure
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that the billions of tax dollars that the government spends on purchasing everything from office supplies to overhead cranes goes to goods manufactured with practices that protect our air, water, and climate. Does that sound unlikely? California did it last year, after a statewide coalition of labor and environmental allies got a bill passed to ensure that procurements for infrastructure projects prioritize companies that limit climate pollution throughout their supply chain. In Illinois, a month after Trump’s election, thanks to a Clean Jobs Coalition of unions, green groups, consumer associations, and environmental justice organizations, the Future Energy Jobs Act was signed into law, setting standards for energy efficiency and investment in weatherizing buildings, creating more than 7,000 new jobs a year, reducing air and climate pollution, and resulting in $4 billion in energy savings for Illinois families. A Green New Deal means slashed energy bills from more energy-efficient homes and access to affordable wind and solar power; more reliable options for affordable public transportation; helping climate-exposed communities withstand floods and restore wetlands that buffer hurricanes and shield coastlines from sea level rise. It means replacing lead pipes; cleaning up hazardous waste sites; and
reducing toxic levels of oil, gas, and coal pollution in our air and water. It means tax dollars supporting communities, not corporate profit margins. Naomi Klein, perhaps our most trenchant critic of alleged solutions to the climate crisis that would leave our system of fundamental economic inequality essentially unchanged, is impressed. After the Sunrise Movement activists sat down in Pelosi’s office, she wrote: “For the first time, I see a clear and credible political pathway that could get us to safety, a place in which the worst climate outcomes are avoided and a new social compact is forged that is radically more humane than anything currently on offer … . We now have something that has been sorely missing: a concrete plan on the table, complete with a science-based timeline, that is not only coming from social movements on the outside of government, but which also has a sizable (and growing) bloc of committed champions inside the House of Representatives.” She was referring to Ocasio-Cortez and 15 other representatives (at last count), who are calling on the Democratic Party to use its majority in the House to create a Select Committee for a Green New Deal. Get in on the action at tinyurl.com/ agreennewdeal. ∆ Andrew Christie is the director of the Santa Lucia Chapter of the Sierra Club. Send comments through the editor at clanham@newtimesslo.com.
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ll you libertarian leaning righties to the North and South should be celebrating this week! The age of “big government” is over in San Luis Obispo County—for four days only. Actually, let me rephrase that. About 1,700 county employees who belong to the San Luis Obispo County Employees’ Association (SLOCEA) took it to the streets from Dec. 11 to 14 to protest low wages and a laughingly pathetic pay raise of half a percent from their bosses: the SLO County Board of Supervisors. But only one big government-hating supervisor was the star of the picket line show. Yes sir-ee, the lady of the morning was definitely 4th District Supervisor Lynn Compton. At least two of the signs parading in front of the county building in downtown SLO on Dec. 11 made reference to the supervisor. “Lynn Compton said a monkey could do my job,” one of the signs read. Oh! Sick burn! Did she really? Well, sometimes the second someone opens his or her mouth, what really comes out is: “Insert foot here.” Maybe that’s why 3rd District Supervisor Adam Hill has been on his best behavior as of late. He’s given me no fodder for the last several months! None! It’s disappointing, but don’t worry, my avid Hill-shredding fans, there’s plenty from last year. Telling a county employee that a monkey could do their job is almost
as bad as telling a constituent to “fuck off” via Facebook or calling a longtime opponent gay for you. Almost. In other picket-line sign news, my alltime favorite Compton quote also made the cut! “Settling for 0.5 percent when we are more than 9 percent underpaid?” the sign asked. “No! Sorry, kiddo. Doesn’t work that way.” I knew that offhanded comment she made about social service workers during her election campaign would come back to haunt her. But what took you guys so long? Seriously. She was chatting with one of our reporters about affordable housing and James Sofranko, a social worker who wrote a letter in the SLO Tribune complaining about the high cost of housing. “You picked a profession that’s not a highly paid profession, social services,” she said in March. “You picked that profession, you come out of Cal Poly, and we owe you a house? No, sorry, kiddo. Doesn’t work that way.” Apparently, supervisors don’t believe they owe social service workers a living wage either. As one county worker told the Board of Supervisors during its Dec. 11 meeting: “I guess I didn’t pick the right career.” Maybe it’s just that her career is one that people don’t value. She only works with the most vulnerable people in the county as part of the social safety net that’s designed— as cheaply as possible—to keep people from slipping through its holes. What
supervisors do value, apparently, are upper level managers. Kelly Michel, who described herself as a new employee with the county, told supervisors that she recently discovered that the board gave those very managers “5.5 to 11.59 percent increases when there was no money to give these people who do jobs that most of us wouldn’t want to do. … Giving wage increases to those who are already earning more than $200,000 a year, and some of these people are on Medi-Cal.” So it was a little disappointing to learn that the union negotiated with the county to ensure that “essential” positions were excluded from striking to ensure that county residents continued to receive basic health and safety services. Couldn’t the county have hired a barrel of monkeys to come in and provide those same services? My guess is it’s not going to work. The county is dug in. Even though an independent fact finder determined that most SLOCEA employees make 10 to 18 percent less than employees in comparable positions at other agencies. Even though that same independent fact finder determined that the county could afford to give its employees the 3 percent raise they were asking for. The county is being a regular Ebenezer Scrooge to their nonmanagement employees. Even the Trump administration
can figure out that people who work in SLO County need to be paid more. And he hates people who aren’t millionaires— well, unless they’re wearing Make America Great Again hats and yelling at reporters. Then, at least he’ll pay them lip service, which is probably worth more for self-esteem than the super generous 0.5 percent raises the county doled out. It’s the thought that counts, right? Federal employees in SLO County recently received a 13.1 percent increase in their salaries as a locality pay increase, because even the folks who work for the biggest California-hating president of all time realize that it’s expensive AF to live here. “With higher costs of living on the Central Coast compared to neighboring counties, we cannot expect to continue attracting top talent while providing less pay,” a press release from U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal said. No shit, Sherlock. I think Carbajal needs to send a press release to the county telling them to get their shit together, because if the San Luis Obispo Community Based Outpatient Clinic that treats veterans had a hard time keeping employees around, then the county definitely is. Want to make decent money in SLO County? No, sorry kiddo, doesn’t work that way. You’ll need to take your dumbass and move it somewhere else. ∆ The Shredder would look for work, but who else is going to keep this county on its toes? Send comments to shredder@ newtimesslo.com.
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SINGING LOUD FOR ALL TO HEAR
The Clark Center for the Performing Arts in Arroyo Grande presents the Rotary Christmas and Holiday Sing-Along on Dec. 16 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. This annual show features regional music and dance groups and audience sing-alongs of holiday favorites. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children. Call (805) 489-9444 or visit clarkcenter.org to find out more. —Caleb Wiseblood
SPECIAL EVENTS N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
28TH ANNUAL VICTORIAN TEDDY BEAR TEA
Bring your teddy bear and have Christmas tea with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Elves. Features live entertainment and refreshments. Admission includes a commemorative tea cup and saucer. Dec. 15, 2-4 p.m. $20 adults; $8 children ages 12 and under. 805-238-4103. PasoRoblesDowntown. org. Paso Robles Main Street Association, 835 12th St., Suite D, Paso Robles. SAN LUIS OBISPO
AERIAL WINTER SHOWCASE Levity Academy
presents this show that features aerial dancers and acrobats performing to the beat of holiday and winter themed songs. Dec. 14-15, 7-8:30 p.m. $20 for adults; $15 for kids and seniors; cash only. 805549-6417. levityacademy.com/. Levity Academy, 207 Suburban Rd., San Luis Obispo.
SLOMA CURATED CRAFT BOUTIQUE Shop for
handmade gifts. Featured artists are Alice Sennett, Barry Lundgren, David Gurney, Dianna Draze, Elena Mary Siff, Jim Valentine, Kathleen DePalma, Kathy Briles, Kathy Friend, Kenny Standhardt, Larry LeBrane, Linda Lewis, Michael Rhode, Priscilla Beadle, Randy Stromsoe, Roseann Martin, Sharon Harris, and Zelma Rose. Through Dec. 30, 11 a.m.5 p.m. Free admission. 805-543-8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ LO S A L A M O S
PLANET LUCHA Presented by Cen-Cal
Professional Wrestling. Food and drink will be available for purchase. All ages welcome. Dec. 23, 4-7 p.m. $15-$20. Radisson Hotel, 3455 Airpark Dr., Santa Maria.
SIERRA CLUB HIKE: BILL DENEEN MEMORIAL HIKE TO POINT SAL The
total distance is up to 10 miles with more than 1,000 feet elevation gain. Dec. 16, 9:30 a.m. Free. 805-9342792. sierraclub.org/santa-lucia. Point Sal State Beach, Brown Rd, Guadalupe.
S A N TA Y N E Z VA L L E Y
JULEFEST CANDLELIGHT TOURS A behind-the
scenes historic walking and caroling tour of the downtown village of Solvang by costumed tour guides. Concludes with a private hot cocoa and cookies reception with Santa Claus. Tours leave from Solvang Park. Saturdays, 4-6 p.m. through Dec. 22 $25; free for ages 2 and under. solvangusa. com. Downtown Solvang, Mission Dr., Solvang.
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SHOP, MINGLE, AND JINGLE Features multiple merchant-driven events and happenings in celebration of Solvang Julefest. Fridays-Sundays. through Dec. 16 solvangusa.com. Downtown Solvang, Mission Dr., Solvang.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
CHRISTMAS DINNER AT THE CAMBRIA CHRISTMAS MARKET Tickets include a full
Christmas-style buffet dinner, live music, a magic show by Elliot Hunter, and tickets to the Cambria Christmas Market. Dec. 15, 3:30-9 p.m. and Dec. 16, 3:30-9 p.m. $50 for adults; $25 for ages 12 and under. 805-927-6108. cambriachristmasmarket.com. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
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13TH ANNUAL WINTERDANCE CELTIC CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Molly’s Revenge and special guest vocalist Amelia Hogan with the Turco Irish Dancers will present an evening of music, song, and dance associated with the festive season. Dec. 22, 7 p.m. $25-$29. 805-215-0306. mollysrevenge.com. South Bay Community Center, 2180 Palisades Ave, Los Osos.
CAMBRIA CHORALE PRESENTS “HOLIDAYS BY THE SEA. THAT’S WHERE I WANT TO BE!” Directed by Ed Hughes. Features familiar holiday music and several new arrangements. Dec. 16, 2-4 p.m. Free-$20. 805.203.6667. cambriachorale. org/index.html. Community Presbyterian Church of Cambria, 2250 Yorkshire Dr., Cambria.
CAMBRIA CHRISTMAS MARKET The market features live music, train rides, a biergarten, and more than a million lights. Through Dec. 23, 5-9 p.m. $10-$25 (prices vary by night); free for children ages 10 and under. cambriachristmasmarket. com/. Cambria Christmas Market, 2905 Burton Dr, Cambria.
A CELEBRATION OF CAROLS: HOLIDAY CONCERT Join the St. Benedict’s Singers and musicians, directed by St. Benedict’s Church Music Director John Cribb, for the annual afternoon celebration of carols. Cookies and refreshments to follow. Dec. 22, 3-4:15 p.m. Free. 805-528-0654. stbenslososos.org. St. Benedict’s Church, 2220 Snowy Egret Ln., Los Osos.
12TH ANNUAL LIVING NATIVITY PROGRAM
Features live animals. Dec. 14, 7 p.m., Dec. 15, 7 p.m. and Dec. 16, 5:45 & 7 p.m. Free. 805434-1921. templetonpres.org. First Presbyterian Church, 610 S Main St., Templeton.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Features a pancake
breakfast, visits with Santa Claus, music, and more. Presented by Kiwanis Atascadero. Dec. 15, 8:30-11 a.m. $10; $5 for children ages 3-12. 805550-9005. Atascadero Kiwanis Hall, 7848 Pismo Ave., Atascadero, atascaderokiwanis.org.
HOLIDAY MAGIC AT THE CHARLES PADDOCK ZOO Santa and his elves will prepare gifts for the
animals. Presents will be delivered between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $7 for ages 12 and over; $6.00 for seniors ages 65 and older; $5 for children ages 3 to 11; free for ages 2 and under. VisitAtascadero.com. Charles Paddock Zoo, 9100 Morro Rd., Atascadero.
HOLIDAY WC PICK-UP PARTY AND BRUNCH
Features a buffet, Christmas carols, and more. Bring a canned food item or toy to donate to a family in need and receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a Red Wine 3L bottle. Dec. 16, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $20. 805-369-6100. Tooth and Nail Winery, 3090 Anderson Rd., Paso Robles, rabblewine.com/tasting-room/.
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SANTA’S HOUSE IN MISSION PLAZA Children
who visit Santa receive a complimentary activity book, toy, and candy cane. Through Dec. 24 $5-$8
New Times and the Sun now share their community listings for a complete Central Coast calendar running from SLO County through northern Santa Barbara County. Submit events online by logging in with your Google, Facebook, or Twitter account at newtimesslo.com. You may also email calendar@ newtimesslo.com. Deadline is one week before the issue date on Thursdays. Submissions are subject to editing and approval. Contact Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood directly at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com.
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INDEX Special Events ..........[20] Arts ............................[20] Culture & Lifestyle.......[23] Food & Drink..............[27] Music .........................[28]
for photos. downtownslo.com. Mission Plaza, 989 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo.
THIRD ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE Shop for unique holiday gifts and support the CL Smith PTA and local vendors. Hand crafted gifts for sale include candles, glass and paper art, handstamped metals, steampunk jewelry, purses, greenery bouquets, gift wrapping, refreshments, and free children’s crafts. Dec. 14, 4-8 p.m. Free; a percentage of sales is donated to the PTA. 707-3312408. C.L. Smith Elementary School, 1375 Balboa St., San Luis Obispo. TWAS THE FIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS In the main event, “The California Black Sheep” Mike Rayne faces Marcus Eriks in a teacher vs. student match. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. All ages welcome. Dec. 22, 3-6 p.m. $15$20. 805-541-0969. The Graduate, 990 Industrial Way, San Luis Obispo, slograd.com. VEGAN HOLIDAY BRUNCH BUFFET A special vegan feast from Southern Fried Vegan. Beer, cider, wine, kombucha, mimosas, and manmosas will be available. Dec. 16, 12-3 p.m. $24 (single trip); $36 (all you can eat). 805-868-7133. 7SistersBrewing. com. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
1880S CHRISTMAS DINNER Features Christmas
caroling, rancho era food and drink, and more. Dec. 22, 1-4 p.m. 805-929-5679. Rancho Nipomo BBQ, 108 Cuyama Ln., Nipomo.
AN IRISH CHRISTMAS Features an award-winning
cast of Irish dancers led by Caterina Coyne, Tyler Schwartz, and Connor Reider. Dec. 15, 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. $36-$48. 805-489-9444. clarkcenter.org/event/ an-irish-christmas-matinee/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.
ARTS CLASSES & WORKSHOPS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
WATERCOLOR WET AND WILD A watercolor
class designed for beginner to advanced students. Classes will be ongoing and feature various instructors. Thursdays, 9 a.m.-noon through Jan. 31 $25 members; $30 non-members. Alice Isaac, 805-225-1286. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
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PAINT A POT Features a selection of pre-made
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S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
pottery for those who love to design and paint. All ages welcome. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through March 30 $25 and up. 805-896-6197. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo.
creation is a way to relax, focus, and expand one’s imagination. Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $20 to $37. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
SOY CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP A workshop that gives hands-on experience in soy candle making and pouring. Dec. 18, 6-8 p.m. Zest It Up Studio, 8793 Plata Ln. Suite E, Atascadero, 805-235-2036.
SUCCULENT HOLIDAY TREE Add local succulents to a sphagnum moss tree form to create a holiday centerpiece. All materials provided. Dec. 18, 6-8 p.m. $70. 805-237-3988. creativemetime.com. Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Dr., Paso Robles. SAN LUIS OBISPO
ADULT POTTERY CLASSES Enjoy using clay to create handmade pottery. Tuesdays-Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Tuesdays-Saturdays, 6-8 p.m. through Dec. 20 $50 for 2 classes. 805-896-6197. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo.
ALUMINUM REPOUSSE PICTURE FRAME Design and create a metal picture frame using repousse’ and chasing techniques. Space is limited. Dec. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $30. 805-668-2125. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande, lila.community.
PAINT YOUR PET WITH KARYN BLANEY Karyn will walk guests through the process of painting their pets. All skill levels welcome. No prior painting experience is necessary. Dec. 16, 1-3 p.m. $45. artcentralartsupply.com/current-workshops.php. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805 747 4200.
CHASING METAL PICTURE FRAMES Use
PAINTING STRONG VALUES IN WATERCOLOR
making workshop where all attendees will take home a finished wreath for their home. All supplies are provided, including food and drinks. Dec. 13, 5-7 p.m. $69. Talley Vineyards, 3031 Lopez Dr., Arroyo Grande.
repousse and chasing techniques to create a metal picture. Dec. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $30. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande, 805-668-2125, lila.community.
CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOP A wreath
In this watercolor painting class, students will bring a seascape scene to life from start to finish. No experience required. Dec. 15, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $40. artcentralartsupply.com/current-workshops. php. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805 747 4200.
OPEN STUDIO FOR HOMESCHOOLED CHILDREN Includes drawing, painting, sewing, weaving, mixed media, printmaking, and 3-dimensional building in a safe, non-competitive environment. Fridays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. $15 per hour. 805-668-2125. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande, lila.community.
RAYTOONS CLASSES IN CARTOONING AND APP CODING Dec. 15, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $50. 805-835-8044. mailchi.mp. Cuesta College Community Programs, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.
PLAY EXPLORE CREATE 2 Includes drawing,
pastel, watercolor, tempera, collage, printmaking, sewing, and building. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9-10:30 a.m. & 1:30-3 p.m. $20 for one day; $35 for two. 805-668-2125. lila.community. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande.
SPECIAL ART EVENTS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
OPENING RECEPTION FOR COASTAL COLORS: A GROUP MIXED MEDIA FINE ART SHOW A member group show of painters,
photographers, and mixed media artists. Dec. 14, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 10, Morro Bay.
WINTER ART SHOW Featuring
artwork from Ken Christensen, Charlie Clingman, DEC. 13 – DEC. 20 Dakota Pitts, Chris 2018 Pedersen, Peter Pierce, Craig Stone, and more. Also includes refreshments and live music throughout the day by Jeff Bright, Dos Currents, Sol Nectar, and Kenneth Davis. Dec. 15, 12-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-9095. foreverstoked.com/. Forever Stoked, 1164 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. SAN LUIS OBISPO
DOUBLE FEATURE FILM NIGHT: PHOTOGRAPHS OF ART SINSABAUGH AND SALT To compliment an exhibition of photography
in SLOMA’s First Gallery, the Museum presents a special double feature of photographic docushorts. Dec. 17, 7 p.m. Suggested donation: $5 members, $7 nonmembers; admission includes complimentary beverage. 805-543-8562. sloma. org/films. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
CORNERS OF THE MOUTH: FAVORITE POEMS The Corners of The Mouth Poetry Series presents a Favorite Poem Open Reading. Five minute limit per reader. Dec. 16, 7-9:15 p.m. Free. 805-9033595. languageofthesoul.org. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden St., San Luis Obispo.
SLOCALLY MADE SHOWROOM AND CREATIVE MARKET A collective of more than 20 local makers
N EW Y E A R’ S EV E E XT R AVAG A N Z A
who have partnered with The San Luis Obispo Collection to create a unique pop-up storefront. Through Dec. 24, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Complimentary entry. The San Luis Obispo Collection, 1003 Osos St., San Luis Obispo, 415-394-6500.
A SPECIAL ART WALK (ART AFTER DARK: SLO) An art walk in downtown SLO. Check out local
artists and makers throughout downtown. Maps available and online. Dec. 14, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805544-9251. artsobispo.org/programs/art-after-dark/. ARTS Obispo, 1123 Mill St., San Luis Obispo.
EXHIBITS
BITES, COCKTAILS & LOUNGES
3-COURSE DINNER
at MARISOL RESTAURANT
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ANNUAL WINTER FAIRE AND JURIED CRAFT SHOW Morro Bay Art Association presents
its annual winter showcase, which features a collection of artworks submitted from all over the Central Coast. Meet the artists at the opening reception on Nov. 4. Works include paintings, photography, jewelry, and fine crafts. Through Jan. 7, 2019, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.
COASTAL COLORS: A GROUP MIXED MEDIA FINE ART SHOW A Gallery Member group show of
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painters, photographers, and mixed media artists. Through Dec. 29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 805-7721068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 10, Morro Bay.
ED ZIRBEL AND TOM NICKELSON: MASTER WOODCARVERS Master woodcarvings including animals, whimsical houses, and Native American flutes. Closed Tuesdays. Through Jan. 16, 2019, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-995-2049. cayucosart.org. Cayucos Community Art Gallery, 10 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos.
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ARTISTIC JOURNEYS WITH JANICE PLUMA
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A solo exhibit of acrylic and collage paintings. Through Feb. 1, 2019 Free. 805-461-6164. slolibrary.org. Atascadero Library, 6555 Capistrano, Atascadero.
BOTH SIDES OF THE BIG POND: SHARING COMMON GROUND This photographic exhibition showcases the beauty of 2 areas, separated by the ocean, that are in danger due to misuse and potential damage by large corporations. Features photos by Michael Messina and Marty Cullen. Through Jan. 15, 2019 805-466-3684. ärt/, 5806
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SAN LUIS OBISPO
CITIZENSHIP CLASS To prepare
Traffic Way, Atascadero.
for the citizenship exam. No registration required. Tuesdays, 5-6 p.m. Free. 805-781-5783. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.
THANKFUL The Paso Robles Joint Unified School
District Gallery’s annual themed show featuring artwork by students from all Paso Robles’s schools, grades K through 12. Through Jan. 20, 2019, 12-9 p.m. Free. 805-238-9800. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org.
HEART OF SLO HISTORY WALKING TOUR Learn about the
WINTER TREASURES Featuring original artworks
by Central Coast artists. Works are available for purchase. Through Dec. 26, 12-9 p.m. Free. 805238-9800. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org.
people who transformed SLO from a Chumash village to a Spanish colony to an Old West outpost to a modern town and the unsung heroes and heroines who preserved the culture of each. Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-noon, Dec. 15, 2-4 p.m., Dec. 17, 10 a.m.-noon, Dec. 21, 10 a.m.-noon and Dec. 22, 2-4 p.m. $20. 805-210-8687. secretslo.com/ tours/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.
SAN LUIS OBISPO
36 VIEWS OF HOLLISTER PEAK In the 1830s,
Hokusai pursued the essence of Japan’s iconic mountain in the print series Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji. In tribute, Secret SLO gathers more than two dozen artists to pursue the essence of San Luis Obispo’s Hollister Peak. Mondays, ThursdaysSundays, 1-7 p.m. through Dec. 31 Free. 805-2108687. secretslo.com/gallery/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.
CENTRAL COAST PRINTMAKERS: BANNER
A collaborative exhibition featuring contemporary prints made by members of the Central Coast Printmakers Group, a membership group of SLOMA. Through Jan. 27, 2019 Free. 805-5438562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
CLAY X 3 Featuring ceramic artists Ariane Leiter, Maria Teresa Rode and Catherine Schmid-Maybach. Their work reflects the deep roots of ceramic sculpture in modern and contemporary California art. Dec. 14-Jan. 20 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma. org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo. CYNTHIA MEYER: LOCAL COLOR Enjoy
landscape, light, and architecture captured on a sunny day in SLO. ongoing, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-2108687. secretslo.com. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.
INTERESTING TIMES Featuring the political and whimsical art of Mark Bryan. Through Jan. 23, 2019 805-710-2929. Frame Works, 339 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, sloart.com. LIGHT FROM A DARK ROOM: PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARTA PELUSO Contains black-and-white
silver gelatin photographs made using film as well as digital color photography. This exhibition reflects the evolution of Marta Peluso’s art over time and includes new as well as older images that have been revisited. Dec. 14-Jan. 27 Free. 805-5438562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.
SIXTH ANNUAL LITTLE TREASURES All artwork is priced at $100 or less. Through Dec. 30 Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralartsupply.com/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.
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POP-UP ART SHOW: ANNA GREEN Showcasing Mermaids and Feminine Spirits by artist and yoga instructor Anna Green. Features a live painting demo. Dec. 15, 12-5 p.m. Free. 805-627-1443. Morovino Winery, 468 Front Street, Avila Beach.
CALLS FOR ARTISTS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
CALL FOR ARTISTS: FOR THE BIRDS 2019
Submit bird themed artwork for MBAA’s “For the Birds” exhibit, in celebration of the Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival. Through Jan. 8, 2019, 10 a.m.2 p.m. $5-$10 each submission. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. SAN LUIS OBISPO
UNLOCK 2019: CALL FOR ARTISTS Seeking
artists for a public art installation where artworks inspired by powerful words will be housed in 32 lockers on display. Through Dec. 21 805-550-3878. dwellinart.com. dwellinart Gallery, 207 Higuera St., SLO, San Luis Obispo.
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LAWLESS SAN LUIS WALKING TOUR Learn about amazons,
SANTA’S HELPERS
The Charles Paddock Zoo in Atascadero hosts its Holiday Magic event on Dec. 15, starting at 10 a.m. Santa and his elves will be delivering gifts to the animals between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $5 for children. Visit visitatascadero.com to find out more. —C.W. SAN LUIS OBISPO
N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
TOASTMASTERS WEEKLY MEETING A meeting for those who wish to improve their communication skills and lose their fear of public speaking. Thursdays, 6:30-7:45 a.m. SLO County Government Center, 1055 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-544-6654. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
NIPOMO SENIOR CENTER The center is open
five days a week; closed on weekends and holidays. Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 805-929-1615. Nipomo Senior Center, 200 E. Dana St., Nipomo.
SUPPORT GROUPS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETING
Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a 12-step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Saturdays, 1-2:15 p.m. Free. 805-203-5875. Cambria Connection, 1069 Main St., Cambria. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
GENERAL GRIEF AND LOSS SUPPORT GROUP Facilitated by Wilshire Hospice. An opportunity for individuals to gather in a safe space to share their journeys through the grieving process. Third Tuesday of every month, 3-4:30 p.m. through Dec. 18 Free. 805-772-2880. coalescebookstore.com. Coalesce Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.
GENERAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP (NORTH COUNTY) A support group for those grieving
ANNE OF GREEN GABLES Marilla and her brother Matthew hoped to adopt a boy to work on their farm. But the orphanage sends a girl, Anne, by mistake. Directed by John Battalino. Through Dec. 16 $15-$20. By The Sea Productions, 545 Shasta Ave., Morro Bay, 805-776-3287, bytheseaproductions.org.
CLUBS & MEETINGS Wednesday of every month, 10 a.m.-noon Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.
NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Hosted by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). A free and confidential group of families helping families who have a loved one living with mental health challenges. Third Monday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. 805-674-8009. Life House, 5850 West Mall Rd., Atascadero.
COMEDY NIGHT Weekly comedy show featuring touring and local comics all for one dollar. Guests can enjoy beer, food, raffle giveaways, and more. Hosted by Henry Bruington and Aidan Candelario. Limited spots available for the open mic. Thursdays, 7:30-10 p.m. through Feb. 28 $1. 805-540-8300. Bang The Drum Brewery, 950 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, bangthedrumbrewery.com/.
SURFSIDE TENNIS CLUB Saturdays, 9 a.m.
NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING A
adaptation of the holiday classic which follows Ralphie Parker and his quest for a genuine Red Ryder BB Gun. Wednesdays-Sundays, 7-9 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, 2-4 p.m. through Dec. 23 $20$39. 805-786-2400. slorep.org. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.
THE SANTALAND DIARIES David Sedaris’s thorny
account of what it’s like to work as an elf in Macy’s Santaland. Saturdays, Sundays, 7-9 p.m. through Dec. 15 $20-$39. 805-786-2400. slorep.org. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.
SLOLIO: A GATHERING OF TRUE STORIES A
monthly storytelling event open to anyone who has a true story to share based on the month’s theme which can be told without notes. December’s theme is “Growing Pains”. Dec. 19, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805995-2867. slolio.org. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden St., San Luis Obispo.
THE SNOW QUEEN Based on the Hans Christian Andersen tale. Presented by Ballet Theatre SLO. Dec. 14, 7 p.m., Dec. 15, 7 p.m. and Dec. 16, 2 p.m. $28-$48. pacslo.org. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 756-4849. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA Includes A Christmas Carol, a fractured fairy tale opera, and more. Wednesdays-Sundays. through Dec. 31 $24-$30. 805-489-2499. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano. MAMMA MIA Presented by the Nipomo High
School Drama Department. Call or go online for performance times. Through Dec. 16 Nipomo High School, 525 N Thompson Ave, Nipomo.
PETER PAN A family-friendly musical based on
the J.M. Barrie tale. Through Dec. 23 $33.50-$50; discounts available. 805-922-8313. pcpa.org. Marian Theatre, 800 S. College Dr., Santa Maria.
featuring music by Erik Stein. Plot: the cast and crew of a dinner theatre are rehearsing their annual holiday musical revue. Fridays, Saturdays, 7:30-10 p.m. and Sundays, 2-4:30 p.m. through Dec. 23 $25. 805-927-8190. cambriacenterforthearts.org/ theatre/. Cambria Center for the Arts Theatre, 1350 Main St., Cambria.
CULTURE & LIFESTYLE
THE REBOOT: STORYTELLING REIMAGINED
LECTURES & LEARNING
Curated mix of invited storytellers and open mic for novice storytellers. Spoken word, improv, character sketches and interactive games. Every third Friday of the month. Third Friday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-772-9225. facebook. com/topdogcoffeebar/. Top Dog Coffee Bar, 857 Main St., Morro Bay.
S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
POINT SLO LIGHTHOUSE TOURS Docents lead guests on
SLO TABLE TENNIS All ages and skill levels welcome. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7-10 p.m. and Sundays, 4-7 p.m. Free. 805-215-4963. Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo.
a one-hour tour of the historic site, the buildings, and up to the Lighthouse tower. Please arrive 15 minutes early. All proceeds go directly toward the site’s restoration. Wednesdays, 12 & 1 p.m. and Saturdays, 12, 1 & 2 p.m. $17-$22. 805-5405771. pointsanluislighthouse.org. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.
A CHRISTMAS STORY SLO Rep presents its annual
S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ LO S A L A M O S
HOLIDAY DINNERTAINMENT An original farce
headless bandits, vigilantes, a priest with golden underwear, and other respites from the holiday atmosphere. Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m., Dec. 16, 10 a.m.-noon, Dec. 21, 2-4 p.m. and Dec. 23, 10 a.m.-noon $20. 805-210-8687. secretslo.com/ tours/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.
every month, 6:30 p.m. slolezmix.org. GALA Center Gallery, 1060 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.
N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
THE HONEY AND THE HIVE Learn how to manage
bees and understand all things honey. Dec. 18, 5:307 p.m. $75. 805-712-3478. eventbrite.com. Nature’s Touch Nursery, 225 South Main St., Templeton.
N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Third
Free the first month; $30 per year afterwards. surfsidetennisclub.teamopolis.com. Los Osos Middle School, 1555 El Moro St., Los Osos, 534-2835. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
MID-STATE CRUIZERS OF ATASCADERO Open to
all auto enthusiasts. Third Thursday of every month, 5:30 p.m. midstatecruizers.org. Round Table, 6915 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 805-466-7111. SAN LUIS OBISPO
FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC AT CAPTAIN NEMO
Refreshments available on site for purchase. Fridays, 5-8 p.m. 4 Booster Buy In. 805-544-6366. Facebook.com/CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
GALA Q YOUTH GROUP
This group serves gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender youth (ages 13 through 18). Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. 805-541-4252. galacc. org. GALA Center Gallery, 1060 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.
the death of a loved one. This group provides the opportunity to connect with individuals in a similar situation. Drop-ins welcome. Wednesdays, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/support-groups/ general-grief-support-group-0. Hospice SLO County: North County Office, 517 13th St., Paso Robles.
meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-2215523. A meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. Free. The Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 805-221-5523. SAN LUIS OBISPO
CHILD LOSS SUPPORT GROUP Hospice SLO
County is offering this support group for those grieving the loss of a child. This group provides the opportunity to connect with individuals in a similar situation. Dropins welcome. Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-544CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 25 IMAGE COURTESY OF TOOTH AND NAIL WINERY
MAGIC: THE GATHERING AT CAPTAIN NEMO Magic:
The Gathering (Standard/Type 2). Refreshments available on site for purchase. Mondays, 5-8 p.m. 2 Boost Buy In. 805544-6366. Facebook.com/ CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
MINIATURE GAMING AT CAPTAIN NEMO Refreshments available on site for purchase. Please park in reserved spaces. Thursdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-544-6366. Facebook.com/ CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
SLO CHESS CLUB All ages and skill levels welcome. Plays at the giant chess board in Morro Bay on Saturdays. Boards generally provided. Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.2 p.m. Free. 805-215-4963. slochess.com. Target, Los Osos Valley Rd., San Luis Obispo.
SLO LEZ MIX A monthly lesbian gathering and potluck centered on fostering a strong and diverse community. Each month has a different theme. Third Friday of
CUTTING EDGE
Tooth and Nail Winery in Paso Robles hosts its Edward Scissorhands Art Bar on Dec. 16 from 3 to 5 p.m. Admission includes all art materials and one glass of wine. Tickets are $60 and available at my805tix.com. Call (805) 369-6100 or visit rabblewine.com for more info. —C.W.
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Tickets on sale now at My805Tix.com and at our official Box Office at Boo Boo Records in SLO Suppo ing local journalism, one ticket at a time. A Bar: Edward Scissorhands SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16TH Tooth & Nail Winery
Holiday Charcuterie Workshop SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 Municipal Winery, Los Alamos
Anne of Green Gables NOVEMBER 30– DECEMBER 16 By the Sea Productions
Point SLO Lighthouse Tours EVERY WED & SAT Point San Luis Lighthouse
SLO Blues Baseball 2019 SEASON PASSES Sinsheimer Stadium
Holiday Dinne ainment NOVEMBER 30–DECEMBER 23 Cambria Center for the A s Theatre
Tours for Paddlers SATURDAYS, NOV 17–DEC 29 Point San Luis Lighthouse
Christmas Wreath Workshop THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13 Zest it Up Studio
Holiday Wine Club Pick-up Pa y+Brunch SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16 Tooth & Nail Winery
Wine & Dine SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15 Wild Coyote Estate Winery
Soy Candle Making Workshop TUESDAY, DECEMBER 18 Zest it Up Studio
Cen-Cal Pro Wrestling Presents: ‘Twas the Fight Before Christmas SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22 The Graduate
Planet Lucha SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23 Santa Maria Radisson Hotel
Rava Wines NYE Champagne and Cabaret Soiree MONDAY, DECEMBER 31 Rava Wines & Event Center
60’s Rock & Soul NYE Bash MONDAY, DECEMBER 31 Embassy Suites by Hilton, SLO
Central Coast Aquarium inter Break Camp DAYS VARY: JANUARY 2-11 Central Coast Aquarium
SLO Jewish Film Festival SAT & SUN, JANUARY 5–6 The Palm Theater
MY805TIX BOX OFFICE IS NOW OPEN We’re happy to announce Boo Boo Records is the official Box Office for My805Tix events! Boo Boo’s is located at 978 Monterey Street in SLO.
2019 NYE Bash MONDAY, DECEMBER 31 Pavilion on the Lake
Calendar Girls SELECT DAYS IN JAN–FEB By the Sea Productions
Tribute to John Prine TUESDAY, JANUARY 8 2019 Morro Bay Wine Seller
Winter Wine Stroll SATURDAY, JANUARY 19 Downtown Paso Robles
Weaving Workshop SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 Zaca Mesa Winery
SLO Blues Society: Tommy Castro SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 SLO Veteran’s Hall
Hard Day’s Night: A Tribute to the Beatles SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Rava Winery & Event Center
An Evening of A & the Music of Robe Theis SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10 CPAC at Cuesta College
SLO Blues Society: Albe Castiglia SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23 SLO Veteran’s Hall
Return of the Je e: A Benefit Conce for Orchestra Novo SATURDAY, MARCH 2 Congregation Beth David
Rick Springfield: Stripped Down SATURDAY, MARCH 16 Rava Wine & Events
Watercolor & Wine Workshop SUNDAY, MARCH 24 Zaca Mesa Winery
Brynn Albanese pe orms with StringFire SUNDAY, MARCH 31 Old Santa Rosa Chapel
DIY Succulent Wreath Workshop SATURDAY, APRIL 27 Zaca Mesa Winery
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OUTDOORS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP A
SIERRA CLUB HIKE: CERRO ALTO A moderate
HEALING DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP A
GHOSTS OF CHRISTMAS PAST WALKING TOUR Learn about the history of the holidays in
7.1 mile hike with 1,700 feet of elevation gain. Meet at the Cerro Alto campground. Day use fee required. Dec. 15, 9 a.m. Free. 805-441-7597. sierraclub.org/santa-lucia. Cerro Alto Camp Ground, Hwy. 46, Morro Bay.
support group for those who are caring for a loved one, no matter the diagnosis. This group provides the opportunity to connect with individuals in a similar situation. Drop-ins welcome. Every other Friday, 2:30-4 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
SAN LUIS OBISPO
safe, mutual support group for anyone dealing with depression. Mondays, 6-7 p.m. through Dec. 24 Free. 805-528-3194. Hope House Wellness Center, 1306 Nipomo Street, San Luis Obispo.
San Luis, from the bars to the churches to the baseball diamonds, from the Jewish and Chinese merchants to the scary Santas. Dec. 16, 2-4 p.m., Dec. 21, 6-8 p.m. and Dec. 23, 2-4 p.m. $20. 805-210-8687. secretslo.com/tours/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.
LIVING WITH GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Grief is a
natural response to the death of a loved one. This group helps those who have lost a loved one or have a loved one who is dealing with a life-altering illness. Trained grief counselors will be present to provide information about grief. Mondays, 12:15-1:15 p.m. Free. 805-5442266. hospiceslo.org/support-groups. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
NAR-ANON: LET IT BEGIN WITH ME Nar-Anon is a support group for those who are affected by someone else’s addiction. Tuesdays 805-458-7655. naranoncentralca.org/meetings/meeting-list/. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
CALIFORNIA ELDERS FOR YOUTH A
special program for teenagers where elders serve as mentors to listen to and talk to them. All elders are screened. Mondays-Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. through Dec. 31 Free. 805534-1600. facebook.com/Elders-for-Youth554913004953837/?modal=admin_todo_tour. Morrocco Method Headquarters, 800 Farroll Rd., Grover Beach.
ELDERS FOR YOUTH Seeking elders to join. Teenagers can benefit from your life experience and skills. Children in the program are lonely and insecure and need someone to spend time with them. Through Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 805534-1600. Morrocco Method Headquarters, 800 Farroll Rd., Grover Beach, morroccomethod.com. GENERAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP (SOUTH COUNTY) Hospice SLO County is offering this
support group for those grieving the death of a loved one. Held in the Church Care Center. Drop-ins welcome. Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-5442266. hospiceslo.org. New Life Pismo, 990 James Way, Pismo Beach.
NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Hosted by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). A confidential and safe group of families helping families who have a loved one living with mental health challenges. Third Saturday of every month, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-544-2086. Safe Haven, 203 Bridge St, Arroyo Grande. SPOUSE AND PARTNER LOSS SUPPORT GROUP (SOUTH COUNTY) A Hospice SLO
support group for those grieving the loss of a partner or spouse. This group provides the opportunity to connect with individuals in a similar situation. Held in Room 16. Drop-ins welcome. Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org. New Life Pismo, 990 James Way, Pismo Beach.
CREATE & LEARN N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
BASIC COMPUTER HELP Come to learn basic
computer skills. Call to sign up. Thursdays, 8:30-10 a.m. Free. 805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay. SAN LUIS OBISPO
KNITTING FOR BEGINNERS Beginners will learn
basic stitches and will work on projects designed to teach them how to get started with knitting. All class materials provided. Saturdays, 12-1 p.m. through Dec. 29 Free. 805-781-5783. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
MINI SATCHELS AND CRYSTALS Using felt and
fabric, guests will combine colors, textures, and pattern into their mini satchels. The blanket and running stitch will be demonstrated. Each guest will choose a crystal for their satchel. Dec. 15, 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $45. 805-668-2125. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande, lila.community.
SEWING CAFE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
Sewing Cafe offers various classes and workshop. Call for full schedule. ongoing Sewing Cafe, 541 Five Cities Dr., Pismo Beach, 805-295-6585.
MIND & BODY N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
BEGINNERS DANCE BUNKAI Appropriate for all skill levels. The foundation of Dance Bunkai uses precise movements to build on. These movements
DEC. 13 – DEC. 20 2018
WINTER WONDERS
Forever Stoked in Morro Bay opens its Winter Art Show on Dec. 15. The exhibit features works by Ken Christensen, Charlie Clingman, Dakota Pitts, Chris Pedersen, Peter Pierce, Craig Stone, and others. Guests can enjoy refreshments and live music throughout the reception, from noon to 8 p.m. Admission is free. Call (805) 772-9095 or visit foreverstoked.com for more info. —C.W. are borrowed from all over the world and include Martial Arts movements. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $40 monthly; $12 to drop-in. 805-203-6318. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, ignitemovementstudio.com/.
you can learn traditional dances from Guinea and West Africa. Accompanied by live drumming. Wednesdays, 6:30-7:45 p.m. $5-$10. afrodance. net. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, 805-547-1496.
CHAIR YOGA Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
AIKIDO BEGINNERS PROGRAM This program
Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.
ENERGY AND FOCUS DURING THE HOLIDAYS Learn an ancient and powerful system for gaining vitality, energy, and focus. Features zen, tai chi, qi gong, and more. Specials packages available for the holidays. Thursdays, 8:45-9:45 a.m. through Jan. 31 Call for details. 805-701-7397. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
ESSENTIAL OILS WORKSHOP FOR THE HOLIDAYS Come learn about doterra essential oils
and make your own gifts. Dec. 16, 1-2:15 p.m. Free; $5 per gift (supplies provided). 805-235-7978. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
FREE YOGA (FOR AGES 50+) Explore strength,
flexibility, balance, breathwork and more through adapted poses with chairs and/or mats. Wednesdays, Fridays, 1-2 p.m. through Dec. 14 805-546-3942. cuesta.edu/academics. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay.
IGNITE BOOTY SCHOOL: MORRO BAY This session offers dance fitness, twerk technique, and a choreography option to perform on Dec. 22 at The Siren in Morro Bay. Dec. 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Dec. 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $150. 805-748-0749. ignitebootyschool.com. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. INTERMEDIATE TRIBAL BUNKAI Incorporates
props, rhythm instruments, and a fusion of world dance to upbeat, fast drumming music. Fridays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $40 monthly; $12 to drop in. 805203-6318. desertcoastdance.com. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.
MORRO BAY MARTIAL ARTS: WORLD CHAMPION INSTRUCTION Offering adult and
youth classes in kickboxing, boxing, judo, Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and self defense. ongoing 805-701-7397. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.
MOVEMENT FLOW Incorporates yoga, active
and resistance stretching, and more. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 6:30-7:30 a.m. 805-7763676. studiofitnessmorrobay.com. Studio Fitness, 349 Quintana, Morro Bay.
NIA TECHNIQUE A workout that combines dance,
martial arts, and yoga. Mondays, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Studio Fitness, 349 Quintana, Morro Bay, 805-776-3676, studiofitnessmorrobay.com. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
ZUMBA/DANCE FUSION This dynamic class is
choreographed to carefully selected upbeat music. No experience is necessary. Drop in any day. Mondays, Fridays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. through Dec. 31 $6.50 residents; $7.10 non-residents. 805-4667912. Atascadero Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way, Atascadero, atascadero.org/communitycenter. SAN LUIS OBISPO
ADVANCED STRENGTH TRAINING Build strength through proper form. Sessions feature various dumbbell exercises. Mondays, Wednesdays, 8:15-9:15 a.m. $88. 805-549-1222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo. AFRICAN DANCE An all levels dance class where
ISLAY HILL HIKE WITH ECOSLO
Difficulty: moderate to strenuous. Elevation: 775 feet. Distance: 2 miles round trip. Bring water and a snack, and wear sturdy hiking shoes. Dec. 15, 8:30-10 a.m. Free. 805-544-1777. ecoslo.org. Islay Hill, Sweetbay Ln, San Luis Obispo.
covers the basics of Aikido. For ages 14 and up. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. through Dec. 13 $60. 720-588-0798. kiryu-aikido.com/ beginners-slo. Fitness Edge, 795 Buckley Road, Ste. 1, San Luis Obispo.
AIKIDO FOR EVERYONE A Japanese martial art designed to stop violence with minimum harm. This class welcomes beginning and experienced students of all levels. Tuesdays, 5:45-7 p.m. $65 for 3 months. 805-549-1222. aikidosanluisobispo.com. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo.
AIKIDO SELF DEFENSE FOR ADULTS Taught by fifth degree black belt instructor Mary Tesoro. Tuesdays, 5:45-7 p.m. $65 for 3 months. 805-5491222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo.
CONDITIONING EXPRESS Includes weights, exercise balls, and TRX Suspension Training. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6:30-7:15 a.m. $88. 805549-1222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo. GENTLE YOGA Includes exercises involving the Egoscu Method, foundation training, active isolated stretching, and more. Mondays, Wednesdays, 5:306:30 p.m. 805-549-1222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo. IGNITE BOOTY SCHOOL This series offers dance
MODERN MASTERS OF ARCHITECTURE WALKING TOUR Dec. 17, 2-4 p.m. $20. 805-2108687. secretslo.com/tours/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.
RISE OF A RAILROAD TOWN WALKING TOUR
Learn about the boilermakers, brakemen, prophets, poets, and promoters who made SLO a steam town. Dec. 15, 2-4 p.m. $20. 805-210-8687. secretslo.com/ tours/. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, 1940 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo.
SIERRA CLUB HISTORIC WALK: SAN LUIS OBISPO Guided stroll past 15 holiday-lit Victorian
houses in the Old Town historic district to recall the Christmas customs, events, and locales of the 1890s. Flashlight recommended. Dec. 16, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-549-0355. sierraclub.org/santa-lucia. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 1344 Nipomo St., San Luis Obispo.
VICTORIAN HOUSES, WILD WEST LIVES WALKING TOUR Learn about the age of invention,
architecture, cowboys, capitalists, confidence men, suffragettes, and more. Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-noon and Dec. 22, 10 a.m.-noon $20. 805-210-8687. secretslo.com/tours/. Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.
SPORTS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
MORRO BAY MARTIAL ARTS Offering adult and
youth classes in kickboxing, boxing, judo, jiu-jitsu, MMA, tai chi, qi gong, and self defense. Programs are customized to fit your needs , goals, age, and abilities. Mondays-Sundays, 7 a.m.-8 p.m. through April 25 Call for details. 805-701-7397. Morro Bay Martial Arts, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay. SAN LUIS OBISPO
CAL POLY MEN’S BASKETBALL VS. UT ARLINGTON All kids 13 and under get in to the
game for free. Dec. 21, 7 p.m. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.
CAL POLY WRESTLING VS. NORTHWESTERN
fitness, twerk technique, and optional choreography lessons. Dec. 19, 7-9 p.m. $150. 805-748-0749. ignitebootyschool.com. SLO Yoga Center: Marigold, 3840-1 Broad St, San Luis Obispo.
Dec. 17, 7 p.m. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.
IGNITE BOOTY SCHOOL: SLO This session offers dance fitness, twerk technique, and a choreography option to perform on Dec. 22 at The Siren in Morro Bay. Dec. 13, 7-9 p.m., Dec. 20, 7-9 p.m. and Dec. 22, 8-11:45 p.m. 150. 805-748-0749. ignitebootyschool.com. SLO Yoga Center: Marigold, 3840 Broad St. Suite #1, San Luis Obispo.
BILINGUAL STORYTIME/ CUENTOS BILINGÜES
S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
BEGINNER’S CHI GONG AND YOGA For adults and youth ages 11 and up. Includes stand up exercises, breathing techniques, and more. Sundays, 9:45 a.m. Free. 805-534-1600. Morrocco Method Headquarters, 800 Farroll Rd., Grover Beach, morroccomethod.com.
KUNDALINI YOGA Gentle yoga classes with a focus on meditation and chanting in the Kundalini Yoga (as taught by Yogi Bhajan). All levels of experience welcome. Thursdays, 6:30-7:45 p.m. through Dec. 31 $12 per class; $40 for 4 classes. 626-864-4810. branchmillorganics.com/classesoffered/. Branch Mill Organic Farm & Retreat Center, 2815 Branch Mill Rd., Arroyo Grande.
MINDFUL YOGA: GENTLE, RESTORATIVE, AND SLOW FLOW Wednesdays, Saturdays, 9-10:15 a.m. $10 donation. White Heron Sangha Meditation Center, 6615 Bay Laurel Place, Avila Beach, whiteheronsangha.org.
SENIOR BODY FITNESS Please bring your own weights and bands. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. $1 per class. 805-598-7108. Cortina Apartments, 241 Courtland St., Arroyo Grande.
KIDS & FAMILY N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y Children and their families are invited to listen to tales in English and Spanish. Wednesdays, 3:30-4 p.m. Free. 805-927-4336. slolibrary.org. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria.
INTRODUCTION TO THE LAKOTA LANGUAGE
Learn the Lakota sound system, simple grammar, basic vocabulary, phrases, introductions, orthography, culture, and resources for continued language learning from Outside Now mentor Grant Chase, who is passing forward the language of his grandfather, Red Feather, of the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota. Thursdays, 5-7:30 p.m. through Dec. 20 $75/person or $125/family (up to 4 people). 805-541-9900. outsidenow.org/events/. Outside Now Room 16, 1130 Napa, Morro Bay.
PAWS TO READ Children are welcome to come read to Berkeley the dog. Wednesdays, 3 p.m. Free. 805-528-1862. Los Osos Library, 2075 Palisades Ave., Los Osos. Come read to Karly the Dog. A great way to get kids interested in reading. Second Friday of every month, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay. RHYTHM AND MOVEMENT DANCE FOR KIDS Utilizing theatrical props, games, and
improvisational tools to encourage skill building and creative movement. For ages 5 to 8. All CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 26
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levels of dancers are welcome. Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. $40 monthly; $12 to drop in. 805-2036318. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, ignitemovementstudio.com/. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
DRAGONFLY CIRCLES IN ATASCADERO An enrichment
program for ages 7 to 11 that promotes social, emotional, and physical fitness and well-being. Learn and practice how to respond to various types of stress in a healthy way. Tuesdays, 3:154:15 p.m. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity. com/dragonfly-circles/. Atascadero Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., Atascadero.
YOUNIQUE FITNESS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS This
DEC. 13 – DEC. 20 class integrates the wide2018 ranging benefits of music, movement, yoga, mindful awareness training, guided relaxation strategies, expressive arts, and more. Additionally offered at SLO and Arroyo Grande locations. The Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Association Tuesdays, 4:30-5:15 p.m. 805-270hosts the 28th annual Victorian Teddy Bear Tea 5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity. on Dec. 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Paso Robles Park com/younique-fitness/. Atascadero Ballroom. Children are welcome to bring their teddy Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., bears and enjoy Christmas tea with Santa, Mrs. Atascadero.
TEA TIME
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FROZEN PARTY AT THE LIBRARY
Claus, and the elves. Tickets range from $8 to $20. Visit pasoroblesdowntown.org for more info. —C.W.
Come to the SLO Library for a chance to meet Anna and Elsa. Crafts and snacks will also be available. Dec. 19, 3:45-5 p.m. Free. 805-781-5775. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.
AIKIDO FOR KIDS AGE 4-13 AIKI-MITES (age 4-6)
class is 3pm on Tuesdays. AIKI-KIDS (age 7-13) classes are Tuesdays/Thursdays at 4pm. Call to observe or pre-register. Tuesdays, Thursdays $50-$75 monthly. 805-544-8866. aikidosanluisobispo.com. Budo Ryu, 3536 South Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
DRAGONFLY CIRCLES (AGES 7-11) This
enrichment program promotes social, emotional, and physical well-being. Learn/practice how to strengthen inner “superpowers” to nurture positivity and respond to challenges effectively (stress/anxiety, emotions, bullying) in a healthy, balanced, and positive way. Saturdays, 10-11 a.m. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity.com/ dragonfly-circles/. Academy of Dance San Luis Obispo, 3422 Miguelito Ct., San Luis Obispo.
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DRAMA AND IMAGINATIVE PLAY CLASS: AGES 5-8 Sing, dance, play games, and create
stories and characters. Saturdays, 11-11:45 a.m. $120 for 10 weeks. 805-709-0761. pyjamadrama. com/us. SLO Movement Arts Center, 2074 Parker St., San Luis Obispo.
DRAMA AND PLAY CLASSES: AGES 2-4 Build language, develop motor skills, and practice cooperation, concentration, and problem solving. Mondays, 10:15-11 a.m. $120 for 10 weeks. 805709-0761. pyjamadrama.com/us. SLO Movement Arts Center, 2074 Parker St., San Luis Obispo.
FAMILY HOLIDAY SING-ALONG Join musician Laura Ruth at the SLO Library for this family event to sing festive songs of the season. Dec. 15, 10:3011 a.m. Free. 805-781-5775. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. FAMILY POTTERY NIGHT Classes include instruction and materials. Saturdays, 6-8 p.m. through Dec. 20 $50 for 2 classes. 805-896-6197. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo. POTTERY CLASSES AND PAINTING POTS
Kids are welcome to come and learn various ways of working with clay, including sculpting, slab building, and throwing onto the pottery wheel. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:30-5 p.m. $30. 805-8966197. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
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DRAGONFLY CIRCLES (AGES 7-11) IN AG This enrichment program promotes social, emotional, and physical well-being. Learn how to respond to stressful emotions and situations in a healthy, balanced, and positive way. Register thru AG Recreation. Thursdays, 3:45-4:45 p.m. through Dec. 13 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity. com/dragonfly-circles/. Women’s Club of Arroyo Grande, 211 Vernon St., Arroyo Grande.
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exhibits of dune and lagoon plant and animal species. End your visit with a stroll behind the center to the fresh-water lagoon. ongoing, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-474-2667. Oceano Dunes Visitor Center, 555 Pier Ave, Oceano.
PLAY EXPLORE CREATE 1 Enjoy various art activities
including drawing, painting, building sculptures, and more. Designed for ages 3 to 4. All materials are included. Mondays, Wednesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. $20 for one day; $35 for two days a week. 805-668-2125. LilA Creative Community, 1147 East Grand Ave. Suite 101, Arroyo Grande, lila.community.
SPIRITUAL N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
FREE GUIDED MEDITATION GROUP
Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-noon Free. 805-439-2757. meditationintro.com. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.
GUIDED MEDITATION CLASS Come learn to meditate in a relaxed setting. Pay attention to each second and increase your awareness of the inner world. Frequent prompts facilitate the focus. Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-noon Free. 805-439-2757. meditationintro.com. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
REFUGE RECOVERY Refuge Recovery is a non-
theistic, Buddhist-inspired approach to treating and recovering from addictions of all kinds. Open to people of all backgrounds and respectful of all recovery paths. Saturdays, 7:30-8:45 p.m. Free; donations welcome. SLO County Drug and Alcohol Atascadero, 3500 El Camino Real, Atascadero, 800-838-1381. SAN LUIS OBISPO
ASK SABRINA 30 years of Tarot reading
experience. Open Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday in SLO County and Thursday and Sunday in South SLO County. ongoing 805-441-4707. asksabrina. com. Private Location, TBA, San Luis Obispo.
REFUGE RECOVERY SLO Refuge Recovery is
a non-theistic, Buddhist-inspired approach to treating and recovering from addictions of all kinds. Open to people of all backgrounds and respectful of all recovery paths. Sundays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free; donations welcome. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall, 2201 Lawton Ave., San Luis Obispo. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
HOUSE OF GOD CHURCH SERVICES Join
Pastor Joseph and Amanda Anderson every Sunday for prayer, healing, and more. Sundays, 9:30-11 a.m. 805-888-7714. House of God Church, 946 Rockaway Ave., Grover Beach.
MEDIUMSHIP DEVELOPMENT Learn the basics of communicating with spirit in a safe environment with Mike Smith. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $15. 805-480-2432. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande. REFUGE RECOVERY Refuge Recovery is a non-
theistic, Buddhist-inspired approach to treating and recovering from addictions of all kinds. Open to people of all backgrounds and respectful of all recovery paths. Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. Free; donations welcome. The Haven (classroom), 621 E Grand Ave, Arroyo Grande, 805-202-3440.
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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 26 Features an assortment of psychic readers. Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Vaires. 805-489-2432. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande.
YOUTH SERVICES The City Church Central Coast holds youth services for junior high school students. Mondays, 6:30 p.m. Free. 805-929-8990. thecitycc.org. Faith Life Community Church, 726 W Tefft St, Nipomo.
FARMERS MARKET Farmers Market in SLO is the largest Farmers Market in California. Thursdays, 6:109 p.m. Downtown SLO, Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.
SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts over 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 2650 Main St., San Luis Obispo. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
ARROYO GRANDE FARMERS MARKET Includes produce, artists and musicians. Saturdays, 12-2:25 p.m. Arroyo Grande Farmers Market, Olohan Alley, Arroyo Grande.
VOLUNTEERS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
ART CENTER MORRO BAY Seeking volunteers to be docents and/or organize art programs. Mondays-Sundays, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. SAN LUIS OBISPO
ADOPT A GRANDPARENT Seeking volunteers to help older adults that need a little extra help (baking/driving/errands/friendly visits/games/ pet walking). Volunteer training is ongoing, please contact to set up an orientation. Mondays. through Jan. 28 Free. 805-547-7025 x2214. Wilshire Community Services, 285 South St. Suite J, San Luis Obispo, wilshirecommunityservices.org.
CARDS FOR SENIORS Looking for volunteers who would enjoy creating handmade cards for isolated older adults. All materials and tools provided. Fridays, 10-11:30 a.m. through Jan. 25 Free. 805-547-7025 x2214. Wilshire Community Services, 285 South St. Suite J, San Luis Obispo, wilshirecommunityservices.org.
FELINE NETWORK OF THE CENTRAL COAST
Monday, December 24 With specials sure to please the whole family
Obispo, needs noon time drivers. Must have own car to deliver prepared meals. Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 805-235-8870. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.
SLO REP SEEKING VOLUNTEER BARTENDERS Must be 21 or over. All volunteers receive complimentary tickets. Email volunteer@slorep.org for more info. ongoing slorep.org. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-786-2440.
FOOD & DRINK FARMERS MARKETS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
BAYWOOD FARMERS MARKET Mondays, 2-4:30 p.m. northcountyfarmersmarkets.com. Baywood Farmers Market, Santa Maria and 2nd St., Los Osos.
MAIN STREET MARKET Saturdays, 2:30-6 p.m. Free. 805-772-4467. Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce, 695 Harbor St., Morro Bay, morrobaychamber.org. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y
ATASCADERO FARMERS MARKET Visit site for info on featured music artists and chefs. Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m. Free. visitatascadero.com. Sunken Gardens, 6505 El Camino Real, Atascadero. CAMBRIA FARMERS MARKET Fridays, 2:30-5:30 p.m. Free. 805-395-6659. cambriafarmersmarket. com. Cambria Veterans Memorial Hall, 1000 Main Street, Cambria.
PASO ROBLES FARMERS MARKET Tuesdays, 3-6 p.m. northcountyfarmersmarkets.com. Paso Robles Farmers Market, Spring and 11th St., Paso Robles.
TEMPLETON FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. northcountyfarmersmarkets.com. Templeton Park, 550 Crocker St., Templeton.
Christmas Day
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BURGER SUNDAY WITH LONE MADRONE Guests can enjoy elevated lamb, beef, and portobello mushroom burgers grilled by Chef Jeffery Scott. Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Starts at $14. 805-238-0845. Lone Madrone Winery, 5800 Adelaida Rd, Paso Robles, lonemadrone.com.
Ring in the New Year!
DAILY HAPPY HOUR AT THE NAUTICAL COWBOY Enjoy happy hour specials at this Central
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Coast steak and seafood house. ongoing, 4-6 p.m. 805-461-5100. the-carlton.com/dining/thenautical-cowboy. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
Monday, December 31 Dinner menu plus New Year’s Eve Specials Live Entertainment 9pm – 1am
DOLLAR OYSTER WEDNESDAYS Enjoy fresh dollar oysters. Wednesdays, 4-9 p.m. 805-461-5100. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
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every Tuesday. Tuesdays, 4-9 p.m. 805-461-5100. the-carlton.com/dining/the-nautical-cowboy. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
MEALS ON WHEELS Meals on Wheels, San Luis
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HOSPICE SLO COUNTY THRESHOLD SINGERS SEEK NEW VOICES Sing for individuals
Preregistration required. In-Home Volunteers assist individuals with a life-limiting illness and their families by providing caregiver respite, practical assistance, emotional support, companionship, and comfort. Thursdays, 1-6 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/workshops. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
Brighten up your Christmas with dinner at the Lodge
large variety of locally grown produce. Open year round Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. nipomofarmersmarket.com/. Nipomo Farmers Market, Via Concha Road, Nipomo.
visiting 3 breweries during this tour which includes roundtrip transportation and a Beer Guide. Wine and food offered at some locations. Dec. 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $35. 855-554-6766. hoponbeertours. com. Park Cinemas, 1100 Pine St., Paso Robles.
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Seeking volunteers to provide foster homes for foster kittens or cats with special needs. The Feline Network pays for food, litter, and any medications needed. Volunteers also needed to help with humanely trapping and transporting feral cats for spay/neuter. ongoing 805-549-9228. felinenetwork. org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.
experiencing life-limiting or end-of life conditions. Third Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/services/hospiceslo-county-threshold-singers. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.
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WINE AND OLIVE OIL TASTING Enjoy tasting Rhône varietal wines from SLO and SB counties, as well as local Boccabella Farms’ craft olive oils. ongoing, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $20. 805-237-1245. mcpricemyers.com. McPrice Myers Wine Company, 3525 Adelaida Rd., Paso Robles. SAN LUIS OBISPO
THE BLACK GLASS CHALLENGE AT CROMA VERA Test your blind tasting skills. Winners get their names listed on the front board and posted to social media. Fridays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $12. 805-9461685. cromavera.com/events/. Croma Vera Wines, 3592 Broad St., Ste. 106, San Luis Obispo.
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WINE AND DINE Features four farm-to-table courses. Seating is limited. Dec. 15, 6-9 p.m. $80. 805-610-1311. Wild Coyote Winery, 3775 Adelaida Rd., Paso Robles. WINE TASTING AT CROMA VERA Wines also available by the glass and bottle. Club members enjoy special pricing and exclusive benefits. Mondays, Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 1-6 p.m. $12. 805-9461685. cromavera.com/tastingroom/. Croma Vera Wines, 3592 Broad St., Ste. 106, San Luis Obispo.
WOODSTOCK’S SLO PINT NIGHT With the first pint as low as $5, Woodstock’s gives half-off refills in the same glass. Wednesdays, 8-11 p.m. Free. 805-541-4420. woodstocksslo.com. Woodstock’s Pizza, 1000 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo. WOODSTOCK’S SLO TRIVIA NIGHT For trivia aficionados and fun-lovers in general alike. Tuesdays, 9-11 p.m. Free. 805-541-4420. woodstocksslo.com/events/. Woodstock’s Pizza, 1000 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
CAJUN SUNDAY DINNER CLASS During this interactive class, guests will learn about the history and culture of the meal. Menu: creole cornbread, cucumber and tomato salad, chicken fricassee with rice and sweet potato; and pecan pie. Be prepared to stand and cook. Dec. 19, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $50 per person; plus $10 material fee. 805-474-3756. Arroyo Grande High School, 495 Valley Rd., Arroyo Grande. ∆
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BY GLEN STARKEY
Strictly Starkey
’Tis the season LeAnn Rimes ushers in the holidays with ‘You and Me and Christmas’ at the PAC
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t’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas in the local music scene. The really big holiday show of the week is country and pop star LeAnn Rimes, who plays Cal Poly’s Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, Dec. 18 (7:30 p.m.; all ages; $48 to $95, plus a $219 VIP meet-andgreet ticket at calpolyarts.org or by calling (805) 756-4849). Titled “You and Me and Christmas,” Rimes’ show will feature holiday classics, soulful favorites, and some of her greatest hits. “I love everything about the holidays and want to share the magic and joy of the season with my fans,” Rimes said in press materials. “I look forward to playing some of my favorite Christmas classics for music lovers in a concert that will feel intimate and cozy.” Rimes, now 36, burst onto the country music scene as a 13-year-old with a cover of the Bill Mack song “Blue,” making her the youngest country star since a 13-year-old Tanya Tucker struck gold in 1972 with “Delta Dawn,” cowritten (with Alex Harvey) by rockabilly star and Pismo Beach resident Larry Collins. Since her early success, Rimes has gone on to win two Grammy Awards, three Academy of Country Music Awards, a Country Music Association Award, 12 Billboard Music Awards, and one American Music Award. She’s also sold 37 million records worldwide and charted more than 40 singles. The talented performer is also
LIVE MUSIC N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
ANDY SCOTT LIVE Wednesdays, 8-11 p.m. Free. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com.
BANJERDAN LIVE Tuesdays, 3 p.m. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-9274200, cambriapineslodge.com.
BOB BENJAMIN AT CAMBRIA PUB Fridays, 6-9 p.m. Free. Cambria Pub and Steakhouse, 4090 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-0782.
BOB BENJAMIN AT CENTRALLY GROWN Sundays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 805-927-3563. centrallygrown.com. Centrally Grown, 7432 Exotic Garden Dr., Cambria.
an author of two novels and two children’s books! The former child prodigy was performing in Texas talent shows by age 5; did musical theater in Dallas in productions such as A Christmas Carol; got very close to landing the lead in Annie on Broadway; did the TV show Star Search, becoming a weekly champion; and sang a cappella versions of “The Star Spangled Banner” at Dallas Cowboys football games. She was a seasoned performer by age 9! Rimes made the crossover from country to pop music in the late-’90s, and has since become an international superstar. She’s also become an actor, appearing in films such as Anger Management (2013), Good Intentions (2010), and Coyote Ugly (2000). Last month she starred in the TV movie, It’s Christmas, Eve. Special guest Barry Zito, the major league pitcher-turned-singer-songwriter, will open the show. If this show doesn’t get you into the holiday spirit, your heart must be two sizes too small.
New Age Christmas
The Windham Hill Winter Solstice 30th anniversary tour is headed to Cal Poly’s Spanos Theatre on Wednesday, Dec. 19 (7:30 p.m.; all ages; $38.40 to $48 at calpolyarts.org or by calling (805) 756-4849). The intimate concert features Windham Hill founder and Grammy-winning guitarist Will Ackerman, who’ll be joined by Grammy Award-nominated fiddler, pianist, and singer-songwriter Barbara Higbie, as well as Grammy-nominated guitarist and composer Alex de Grassi. Together they’ll STARKEY continued page 30
JON STEPHENS LIVE Thursdays, 5 p.m. Free. 805-927-0175. lascambritas.com. Las Cambritas, 2336 Main Street, Cambria. LIVE JAM AT OTTER ROCK Thursdays, 8 p.m. Free. 805-772-1420. otterrockcafe.com. The Otter Rock Cafe, 885 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.
Philbin perform live jazz. Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-238-2834. labellasera.com. Enoteca Restaurant and Bar, 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles.
LIVE MUSIC AT OTTER ROCK Fridays-Sundays, 8 p.m. Free. 805-772-1420. otterrockcafe.com. The Otter Rock Cafe, 885 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.
THE BANJERDAN SHOW Thursdays, 6 p.m. Free. Last Stage West, 15050 Morro Rd, Highway 41 at Torro Creek Road, Atascadero, 805-461-1393, laststagewest.net.
LIVE MUSIC AT STAX Thursdays, Sundays, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-5055. staxwine.com. Stax Wine Bar & Bistro, 1099 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.
LOUIE ORTEGA LIVE Tuesdays, 8-11 p.m.
ages 21 and over only. Dec. 18, 7 p.m. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, 805-225-1312, thesirenmorrobay.com/.
Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com.
DORIAN MICHAEL LIVE Dec. 17, 6-9 p.m. Windows On The Water, 699 Embarcadero #7, Morro Bay, 805-772-0677, windowsmb.com/.
JEFF PETERS LIVE Dec. 21, 6-9 p.m. Windows On The Water, 699 Embarcadero #7, Morro Bay, 805772-0677, windowsmb.com/.
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Saturdays Free. 805-995-3209. oldcayucostavern. com. Old Cayucos Tavern & Cardroom, 130 N Ocean Ave, Cayucos.
THE CALIFORNIA HONEYDROPS LIVE For
BOBBY MALONE LIVE Saturdays, 3-6 p.m. Free.
Pearson was once a finalist on CMT’s Next Superstar. Dec. 17, 6:30-9 p.m. Free; tips accepted. 805-204-6821. songwritersatplay.com. Morro Bay Wine Seller, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.
ADAM LEVINE AND JUDY PHILBIN Levine and
Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com.
6 p.m. Free. 805-927-3563. lascambritas.com. Las Cambritas, 2336 Main Street, Cambria.
SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: ANDREA PEARSON
LIVE MUSIC AT OLD CAYUCOS TAVERN Fridays,
LIVE MUSIC WITH JON AND CARRIE Enjoy live music from Jon and Carrie, whose influences include The Beatles, James Taylor, Manchester Orchestra, and Sara Bareilles. Dec. 15, 3:30-5:30 p.m. $10 wine tasting; wine for purchase by glass or bottle. 805-927-9800. twincoyotes.com/. Twin Coyotes Winery, 2020 Main St., Cambria.
BOB BENJAMIN AT LAS CAMBRITAS Saturdays,
SANTA, BABY Country and pop sensation LeAnn Rimes presents her holiday show at the SLO Performing Arts Center on Dec. 18.
MARCUS DIMAGGIO LIVE Fridays, 3-6 p.m. Free. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com.
THE REAL BLUES JAM SOUTH Ted Waterhouse hosts. All levels welcome. Third Tuesday of every month, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Free. 805-704-5116. tedwaterhouse. com. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay.
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LIVE MUSIC AT ASUNCION RIDGE Fridays, Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-237-1425. asuncionridge.com. Asuncion Ridge, 725 12th St., Paso Robles.
LIVE MUSIC AT BROKEN EARTH Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-239-2562. brokenearthwinery.com. Broken Earth Winery, 5625 Highway 46E, Paso Robles. LIVE MUSIC AT CATTLEMANS LOUNGE Fridays, 6-8 p.m. Paso Robles Inn Cattleman’s Lounge, 103 Spring Street, Paso Robles, 805-238-2660.
LIVE MUSIC AT THE NAUTICAL COWBOY Enjoy different acts weekly in the Nautical Cowboy’s lounge. Thursdays-Saturdays, 6-9 p.m. through Dec. 29 Varies. 805-461-5100. facebook.com/pg/ NauticalCowboyatTheCarlton/events. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero. PINT NIGHT MUSIC AT SWEET SPRINGS SALOON Features local bands and beer
specials. Thursdays, 6 p.m.-midnight 805-439-0969. sweetspringssaloon. com. Sweet Springs Saloon, 990 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos.
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musicians, regardless of experience, are welcome to join this jam session. Hosted by Ted Waterhouse with Bruce Willard and Dean Giles. Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $5 donation/musicians exempt. 805-704-5116. danbino.com. D’anbino Vineyards and Cellars, 710 Pine St, Paso Robles.
SATURDAY LIVE Live music every Saturday afternoon. Wine and lunch offerings available for purchase. Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-227-4812. vinarobles.com. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.
SATURDAY LIVE FEAT. MARTIN PARIS AND DEBBY WHITE Dec. 15, 1-4 p.m. Complimentary; wine and food available for purchase. 805-2274812. vinarobles.com. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.
SATURDAY LIVE FEAT. NATALY LOLA Dec. 22, 1-4 p.m. Complimentary; wine and food available for purchase. 805-227-4812. vinarobles.com. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles. SONGWRITERS AT PLAY Presented by Steve Key. Different acts every weekend. Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805- 226-8881. sculpterra.com. Sculpterra MUSIC LISTINGS continued page 30
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perform selections from their Winter Solstice composite releases and solo multiplatinum-selling recordings, with support from guitarist Todd Boston. These beloved Windham Hill recordings have withstood the test of time and are holiday classics!
Sing-along!
If the spirit overtakes you during holiday concerts and you find yourself desperate to join in, the 11th Annual Rotary Christmas and Holiday SingAlong at Arroyo Grande’s Clark Center is the show for you this Sunday, Dec. 16 (4 p.m.; all ages; $12 for adults and $6 for children and students at (805) 489-9444 or clarkcenter.org). The event features community groups onstage, audience participation, a visit by Santa Claus, and holiday sweets and beverages in the lobby after the show! Titled A Swingin’ Christmas under musical direction by Tricia Stewart, returning performers will include the Estero Brass, the Lucia Mar Youth Choir, and the Grande Ringers from the Arroyo Grande United Methodist Church. New to the show this year will be the New Life Carolers, the Cross
MUSIC LISTINGS from page 28 Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.
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Traffic a Cappella Singers, and spirited local swing dancers, according to organizers. Pianist Dennis Eiler and vibraphonist Brad Lusk will entertain attendees as they arrive. Audience sing-along songs include “Deck the Halls,” “Jingle Bells,” “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen,” “Joy to the World,” and “It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas,” with projected lyrics so you can join in. Feel the spirit!
Celtic Christmas
Kerry Irish Productions presents An Irish Christmas at the Clark Center on Saturday, Dec. 15 (2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; all ages; $36 to $48 at (805) 489-9444). Starring Riverdance principal dancer Caterina Coyne, the show will take audience members on a journey through Christmas in Ireland “with superb dancing, singing, and Irish traditional music celebrating the international spirit of the holiday season,” according to press materials. World champion dancer Tyler Schwartz and Connor Reider (principal dancer with Celtic Fyre and The Chieftains), as well as members STARKEY continued page 32
of $10 for adults and $5 for children. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo, 805-543-5451, fpcslo. org.
accompanied by guitarist Dorian Michael. With special guest Matt Jaffe. Dec. 16, 1-4 p.m. Free; tips accepted; all ages are welcome.. 805-2046821. songwritersatplay.com. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.
GYPSY JAZZ NIGHT With the Gypsy All Stars: Laurel Mitchel (vocals), Daniel Cimo (violin), James Gallardo, Ben Arthur, and Toan Chau. Every other Thursday, 9:30-11:30 p.m. Barrelhouse Brewing Co. Speakeasy, 1033 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo, 805-296-1128, barrelhousebrewing.com.
SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: THE ROSE VALLEY THORNS Ojai-based band The Rose Valley Thorns
JAZZ JAM SESSIONS AT UNITY CONCERT HALL Hosted by the SLO County Jazz Federation.
feature three-part harmonies and bluegrassinfluenced original songs. Dec. 23, 1-4 p.m. Free; tips accepted; all ages are welcome. 805-2046821. songwritersatplay.com. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.
UP IN THE AIR LIVE An upbeat blend of original music mixed in with a few familiar favorites. Dec. 14, 7-9:30 p.m. Free. 805-400-5293. Bristol’s Cider House, 3220 El Camino Real, Atascadero, bristolscider.com/.
VERN SANDERS LIVE This jazz pianist covers songs from the Great American Songbook. Sundays, 5-8 p.m. 805-238-2834. Enoteca Restaurant and Bar, 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles, labellasera.com/enoteca-restaurant. SAN LUIS OBISPO
CABARET 805 AT 7SISTERS BREWING Dec. 18, 6:45-9 p.m. Free. 805-868-7133. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, 7SistersBrewing.com.
AN ELEGANT EVENING WITH AVE A holiday concert featuring the young women of AVE, the Advanced Vocal Ensemble of the Central Coast Youth Chorus. All proceeds support the singers of CCYC. Dec. 14, 7 p.m. Recommended donation
Third Wednesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-543-1200. Unity Concert Hall, 1130 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.
JAZZ VESPERS CHRISTMAS George Garcia returns to FPCSLO Christmas Jazz Vespers with bandmates Scott Liddi, Ken Hustad, and Darrell Voss, along with vocalist Inga Swearingen. Featuring original arrangements of classic Christmas carols and seasonal standards. All net proceeds will benefit Lifewater International. Dec. 16, 7 p.m. $15 recommended donation. 805-5435451. facebook.com/JazzVespersConcertSeries. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.
LEANN RIMES: YOU AND ME AND CHRISTMAS An evening of holiday classics, soulful favorites, and greatest hits. Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m. $60-$95. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 756-4849, pacslo.org.
LIVE MUSIC AT MOTHER’S TAVERN Fridays, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Free. 805-541-8733. motherstavern.com. Mother’s Tavern, 725 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo.
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GOT JAZZ? Enjoy a special Christmas Jazz Vespers concert with the George Garcia Quartet and vocalist Inga Swearingen on Dec. 16, in SLO’s beautiful First Presbyterian Church. STARKEY from page 30
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MAN, MYTH, LEGEND Dr. Eugene Chadbourne returns to SLO on Dec. 13 for an intimate show at A Satellite of Love.
of The Kerry Dance Troupe, The Kerry Voice Squad, and The Kerry Traditional Orchestra, join forces to create a memorable night the whole family will enjoy. Nollaig Shona!
All that (Christmas) jazz A special Christmas Jazz Vespers concert with the George Garcia Quartet and vocalist Inga Swearingen happens this Sunday, Dec. 16, in SLO’s beautiful First Presbyterian Church (7 p.m.; all ages; $15 recommended donation for Lifewater International, a non-profit organization that provides clean water and sanitation solutions to vulnerable children and families around the world; tickets available at brownpapertickets.com). These are stellar musicians, with George Garcia on piano, Gary Drysdale on guitar, Ken Hustad on bass, and Darrell Voss on drums. Inga Swearingen, who won the Montreux Jazz Festival Shure Vocal Competition and made several appearances on A Prairie Home Companion, has a breathtaking voice! Expect original arrangements of classic Christmas carols and reinterpreted seasonal music. MUSIC LISTINGS from page 30
NOCHE CALIENTE Fridays, 10 p.m.-2 a.m. 805-541-096. slograd.com. The Graduate, 990 Industrial Way, San Luis Obispo. PINT NITE AND CRAIG LOUIS DINGMAN LIVE Guests with logo glasses can enjoy $2 off pints. Dec. 21, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-868-7133. 7SistersBrewing.com. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.
SLO MASTER CHORALE PRESENTS FOURTH ANNUAL HANDEL’S MESSIAH SING-ALONG Thomas Davies, Artistic Director, will conduct the Master Chorale singers and the audience during choral sections of Handel’s famous oratorio. Dec. 15, 7-8:30 p.m. $15 general admission. 805-5383311. slomasterchorale.org/. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.
SUNDAY SERENADE Features a different acoustic act each week. Sundays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Bang The Drum Brewery, 950 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, 242-8372, bangthedrumbrewery.com/.
TIM JACKSON LIVE Dec. 15, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-8687133. timjackson.net. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.
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BIG BAND SOUNDS The Starlight Dreamband plays the Pismo Beach Vets Hall on Dec. 16, delivering music perfect for dancing or listening.
Messiah sing-along
You can join the 90-voice San Luis Obispo Master Chorale this Saturday, Dec. 15, in the SLO Performing Arts Center for the fourth annual Messiah Sing-Along extravaganza (7 p.m.; all ages; $15 at (805) 756-4849). “Come one, come all, and if you love to sing, bring your vocal score, or borrow one of ours for the evening,” organizers said. “If you don’t want to join in singing, let the beautiful sounds of Handel’s music surround you in beautiful Harold Miossi Hall. Music Director Thomas Davies promises an evening of grand celebration!” LA’s remarkable Westwood Brass will add to the festive spirit, along with Paul Woodring on the grand Forbes Pipe Organ. WINTER CONCERT: SLO HIGH SCHOOL AND LAGUNA MS BANDS AND CHOIRS Celebrate the sounds of the season with a free concert from the bands and choirs of San Luis Obispo High School and Laguna Middle School. Dec. 17, 7-9 p.m. Free concert; free parking. 805-458-7764. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, pacslo.org. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y
ACOUSTIC SUNDAYS Sundays, 3-6 p.m. Seaventure Restaurant, 100 Oceanview Ave, Pismo Beach, 805-779-1779, seaventure.com. DINAMI LIVE Dec. 14, 9 p.m. and Dec. 15, 3 & 9 p.m. Harry’s Night Club And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com. FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC Enjoy live music and food on the patio. Fridays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805-489-9099. branchstreeetdeli.com. Branch Street Deli, 203 E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande. LBS LIVE Dec. 16, 9 p.m. and Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m. Harry’s Night Club And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com.
LEGENDS LIVE Dec. 16, 3 p.m. Harry’s Night Club
TOMMY EMMANUEL LIVE Dec. 13 The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805546-8600, fremontslo.com.
And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com.
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Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-773-8900. thedolphinbay.com/lido. Lido Restaurant at Dolphin Bay, 2727 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach.
Featuring the Pathetics and Ragged Jubilee. For ages 21 and over only. Dec. 22, 7 p.m. $10. SLO Brew Rock, 855 Aerovista Pl., San Luis Obispo, 209-417-7748.
WINDHAM HILL WINTER SHOWCASE 30th anniversary tour. Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m. $48. Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7113.
LIDO LIVE Live music at Lido at Dolphin Bay.
LITTLE GEORGE LIVE Dec. 21, 9 p.m. and Dec. 22, 3 & 9 p.m. Harry’s Night Club And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com.
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Numbskull and Good Medicine Presents brings excellent party band The California Honeydrops to The Siren on Tuesday, Dec. 18 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $25 presale at Boo Boo’s and ticketfly.com or $30 at the door). Celebrating their 10th year of making amazing R&B together, the band is touring in support of their seventh studio album and fi rst ever double album, Call It Home: Vol. 1 & 2. “The whole point is to erase the boundaries between the crowd and us,” vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Lech Wierzynski said in press materials. “We don’t make set lists. We want requests. We want crowd involvement, to make people become a part of the whole thing by dancing along, singing, picking the songs and generally coming out of their shells.” Also this week at The Siren, check out Southern rockers Saving Abel with hard rock openers Black Oxygen and Rusted Stone on Saturday, Dec. 15 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $15 presale at Boo Boo’s and ticketf ly.com or $18 at the door). LIVE MUSIC AT PUFFERS Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Free. 805-773-6563. puffersofpismo.com. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach. OPEN BLUES JAM Wednesdays Mongo’s Saloon, 359 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, 805-489-3639.
ROTARY CHRISTMAS AND HOLIDAY SINGALONG This annual holiday show features regional music and dance groups and audience sing-alongs of Christmas favorites and holiday songs. Dec. 16, 4-5:30 p.m. $6 kids; $30 for a family of 5. 805-4899444. clarkcenter.org/events/. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande.
More music …
The legendary Dr. Eugene Chadbourne (Shockabilly, Camper Van Chadbourne) returns to SLO this Thursday, Dec. 13 (7 p.m.; all ages; $5 suggested donation), for a show at A Satellite of Love (1335 Walker St.). He’ll be accompanied by young Ojai skronkmeisters Rob Magill (sax and guitar) and Daniel Masiel (guitar), and Morro Bay musician Abe Gibson (percussion and guitar), who recently returned to performing after a decade-long hiatus. “We’ll be performing improvised and otherwise music,” Gibson explained. “I guess I should also mention that in addition to making music for the last 45 years, Eugene published his dream diary/ autobiography a few years back. It’s called Dreamory and is nearly 1,200 pages long!” The Basin Street Regulars hosts hot jazz bands The Starlight Dreamband and Pacific Swing this Sunday, Dec. 16, in the Pismo Beach Vets Hall (1 p.m.; all ages; $10). Hear big band classics as well as swing, bebop, Latin, and more progressive jazz styles. The Painted Sky Concert Series presents an evening of stellar Celtic guitar and violin with Tony McManus and Julia Toaspern this Sunday, Dec. 16 (8 p.m.; all ages; $20 at Boo Boo’s, Ball & Skein, or by calling (805) 927-8330). Scottish-born McManus is one of the biggest names in Celtic music, and Toaspern is a talented musician from Berlin trained in violin and voice. Ricky Montijo will perform as a duo on Tuesday, Dec. 18, at the Frog and Peach (10 p.m. to midnight; 21-and-older; free), playing his mix of soul, rock, Latin, and reggae, with live looping technology. He’ll return to the Frog on Sunday, Dec. 23, with his full band—same bat time, same bat station. Δ Keep up with New Times Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey via Twitter at twitter. com/glenstarkey, friend him at facebook. com/glenstarkey, or contact him at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ LO S A L A M O S
CHRIS BELAND LIVE Soloist. Dec. 15, 7-10 p.m. chrisbeland.bandcamp.com. Blast 825, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805-934-3777.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT AND CANDLELIGHT SERVICE Dec. 19, 7 p.m. 805-863-7976. Unity Chapel of Light Church, 1165 Stubblefield Rd., Orcutt, unitysantamaria.net/.
JINEANNE CODERRE LIVE A fusion of smooth jazz, pop, and soul. Dec. 14, 4-6 p.m. Complimentary. presquilewine.com. Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, 805-937-8110.
SIDE EFFECTS Tuesdays Free. 805-773-6563. puffersofpismo.com. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach.
KEVIN GRAYBILL LIVE Soloist. Dec. 22, 7-10 p.m.
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include country and pop. Special guests include Laura May. Dec. 19, 6-8:30 p.m. Free; tips accepted; all ages welcome. 805-204-6821. songwritersatplay.com. Branch Street Deli, 203 E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande.
TOMMY LEE AND THE PORTIGEES Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m. Harry’s Night Club And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com.
kevingraybill.com. Blast 825, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt, 805-934-3777. music from a different band/musician each week. Wednesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805-937-6400. facebook.com/cadelgrevino. Ca’ Del Grevino Cafe and Wine Bar, 400 E. Clark Ave., suite A, Orcutt.
LIVE MUSIC AT COSTA DE ORO Enjoy live music and complimentary appetizers every week. Thursdays, Fridays, 5-7 p.m. and Saturdays, 3-5 p.m. Free. Costa De Oro Winery, 1331 S. Nicholson Ave., Santa Maria, 805-922-1468, cdowinery.com.
WEDNESDAYS: LIVE MUSIC Enjoy live music in the fireplace room. Wednesdays, 6-9 p.m. Seaventure Restaurant, 100 Oceanview Ave, Pismo Beach, 805-779-1779, seaventure.com.
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You. Hot drinks and seasonal treats to follow. Dec. 16, 2-4 p.m. $15 by reservation only. 805-7109808. Branch Mill Organic Farm & Retreat Center, 2815 Branch Mill Rd., Arroyo Grande.
local artists, food, and drinks. Thursdays-Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. moxiecafe.com/music/. Moxie Cafe, 1317 W. McCoy Ln., Santa Maria, 805-361-2900.
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to 10 p.m. Fourth Sunday of every month, 7-10 p.m. Bang The Drum Brewery, 950 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo, 242-8372, bangthedrumbrewery.com/.
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SUN DRAGON DUO LIVE Part of Moxie Cafe’s ongoing live music series. Dec. 22, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Moxie Cafe, 1317 W. McCoy Ln., Santa Maria, 805-361-2900, moxiecafe.com.
DJ CAMOTE Thursdays, 5 p.m. Harry’s Night Club And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, 805-773-1010, harryspismobeach.com.
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Local children’s museum holds membership drive
The Children’s Museum at the Paso Robles Volunteer Firehouse is having a membership drive during the month of December. Guests who purchase an annual family membership to the museum before January will receive an extra month for free. The membership costs $125 and covers admission for a family of 4, which may include children, grandchildren, parents or guardians, and grandparents. Additional family members can be added for $25 each. Perks of the membership include a discounted rate on the use of the museum’s Fun Room, benefits at other participating museums, and entry to special member-only events. The museum, located at 623 13th St., Paso Robles, is open Sundays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call (805) 238-7432 or visit pasokids.org for more information.
Public art installation in SLO seeks artists
UNLOCK 2019, an upcoming public art installation hosted by Dwellinart Gallery in SLO, is seeking artists to apply for inclusion. Applicants are given a list of words to choose a single word from, which they are asked to illustrate thematically. Applications are due Dec. 21 and artists will be notified if their work has been selected by Dec. 24. A surveillance camera will be on site to monitor the installation and broadcast it on the UNLOCK 2019 Facebook page. Selected artists may also choose to have their works up for a silent auction, where $25 from any sold work will be donated to ARTS Obispo. Applicants are asked to submit images of their work with a brief bio and statement by email to artistsunlock2019@ gmail.com. Call (805) 550-3878 or visit ackermanarts.com for the application form and more information.
Dinner and a show Original show Dinnertainment pokes fun T at theater, holidays
SLOMA screens two photography documentaries
The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art is hosting a double feature film night on Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. Two short photography documentaries, Photographs of Art Sinsabaugh and Salt, will be shown. The suggested donation is $5 for members and $7 for non-members. Admission includes a complimentary beverage. Call (805) 543-8562 or visit sloma.org/films for more information. ∆ —Caleb Wiseblood
BREAK A LEG! Joel (Josh Gamble) and Ken (Greg DeMartini) rehearse for a Christmas show where anything and everything goes wrong, from a baby being born backstage to the iced tea being spiked with painkillers on opening night.
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here’s nothing quite like getting a glimpse behind the curtain, to see the messy, intricate inner workings of how something is made. The Pacific Conservatory Theatre’s (PCPA) casting director and associate artist, Erik Stein, literally and metaphorically pulls back the curtain for audiences with the debut of his original comedic farce, Holiday Dinnertainment, which opened Nov. 30 in its world premiere at the Cambria Center for the Arts Theatre (CCAT). This charming show takes us to the Prime Rib Playhouse Dinner Theatre, an establishment that boasts offering “Broadway shows at small town prices,” and begins each performance with the parading of the prime rib that will be served for dinner. This is where our ever-hopeful protagonist, Joel (Josh Gamble, a recent PCPA grad), finds himself working as an actor straight out of college. Cue the madness and shenanigans. Joel can’t find Sue (Jill Turnbow, artistic director of CCAT), the wacky artistic director who hired him, and is introduced to everyone by a senior actor, the silver-tongued Ken (Greg DeMartini, seen locally at the SLO Repertory Theatre and By The Sea Productions). There’s Gina (Tara Brinkman, seen recently in SLO Rep’s The Other Place), a very pregnant actor who plans to work through the holiday show, or until the labor pains start. And then there’s the super nervous actor, Teresa (Danielle McNamara, seen recently in CCAT’s Bus Stop), who wants so badly to impress Sue after being promoted from acting in the children’s summer theater to the main show. Grumbling about the practicalities of running the theater is Sue’s partner in business and life, Madge (Jo Jackson, seen recently in Wine Country Theatre’s Moonlight & Magnolias). Our simultaneously loveable villain and anti-hero is Erich (Garrett Larsen, a CCAT regular), the
LET US ENTERTAIN YOU Erik Stein’s original show, Holiday Dinnertainment, takes audiences to the fictitious Prime Rib Playhouse Dinner Theatre, and stars local actors portraying the roles of, from left to right, Erich (Garrett Larsen), Sue (Jill Turnbow), Joel (Josh Gamble), Madge (Jo Jackson), Ken (Greg DeMartini), Gina (Tara Brinkman), and Teresa (Danielle McNamara).
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PCPA Casting Director Erik Stein’s original show, Holiday Dinnertainment, will be performed at the Cambria Center for the Arts through Dec. 23, with Friday and Saturday shows starting at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday shows starting at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person. Visit cambriacenterforthearts.org for more information. And no, dinner is not included with the show.
stage tech guy who yearns to be an actor, front and center in the spotlight. The entirety of the show takes place both behind the stage, where real-life dramas big and small play out, and on stage, where the cast performs and rehearses the show within the show. Director Lisa Woske (credits include directing Moonlight & Magnolias with Wine Country Theatre) cleverly makes use of the space to maximize the comedic moments and the intimate, behind the scenes feel. Stein, whose acting credits include shows on Broadway, wrote Holiday Dinnertainment while performing in a Midwest dinner theatre. In the program he jokes that “about 85 percent of this play is true!” And his experience shows in playful winks to the theater life, from the actors getting more work done without their hapless, semi-crazed director around, to the dance numbers that keep changing even minutes before opening night, to a hilariously cheeky number poking fun at music copyright with its off-brand holiday songs. In perfect theater form, everything that can go wrong does in this seasonal story. But Stein, Woske, and the cast keep audiences upbeat and laughing with a stream of puns, silly songs, and on-the-nose commentary about the realities of putting on a show during the holiday season. For a dose of good cheer and festive fun, consider adding a viewing of Holiday Dinnertainment to your Christmas to-do list. ∆ Arts Writer Ryah Cooley is laughing in the back row. Contact her at rcooley@newtimesslo.com.
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Help for the holidays SLO Rep’s Santaland Diaries shows the darker side of Christmas
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hat if your best shot at (temporary) employment was working as an elf during the holiday season? Such was the case when celebrated author David Sedaris (Me Talk Pretty One Day) was in his 30s, found himself broke and unemployed in New York City, and came across an ad in a newspaper
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Santaland Diaries will show at the SLO Repertory Theatre on Friday, Dec. 14, and Saturday, Dec. 15, at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person. The show is intended for mature audiences. Visit slorep.org for tickets and more information.
for work as an elf at Santa’s village at Macy’s. That experience went on to be fodder for a story in Sedaris’ novel, Holidays on Ice, which was later adapted into the one-man show, Santaland Diaries, by writer/director Joe Mantello (Wicked, Assassins). And for the fifth year, San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre is bringing the delightful one act show to the stage. The theater’s managing artistic director, Kevin Harris (A Christmas Story), stars once again as the protagonist-turnedSanta helper, deciding on the elf name “Crumpet” to get in character. The set will be familiar to anyone who has seen SLO Rep’s adaptation of A Christmas Story, featuring the same iconic department store slide and a pile of presents below Ralphie Parker’s bedroom. After directing the decidedly more wholesome two-act play, Harris pulls double duty to act in this more raucous, gritty depiction of the holiday season. In one swift
DREAMING OF A WORKING CHRISTMAS Kevin Harris, the managing artistic director for the SLO Repertory Theatre, acts in the one-man show, Santaland Diaries, inspired by a story from author David Sedaris’ book, Holidays on Ice.
ELF DOWN SLO Repertory Theatre’s Kevin Harris stars as Crumpet, a man moonlighting as an elf in Santa’s village at Macy’s.
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onstage costume switch, Harris removes his average Joe pants and hoodie and dons his festive jumper and hat, making the transformation from man to elf complete. Harris gives a dry, deadpan performance as the protagonist/Crumpet, allowing audiences to fully soak in the reality and absurdity of his predicament. Santaland Diaries spares no details, from the hygiene practices of lady elves, to the horror of learning how to operate the register, to a child peeing in the fake snow at Macy’s under orders from his mom. Even the more banal holiday moments, like a child asking Santa for presents from his wish list, get a face lift in Santaland Diaries.
“Today a child told Santa Ken that he wanted his dead father back and a complete set of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” Crumpet recounts. “Everyone wants those Turtles.” The late-night hour of the show is intentional, as the play is best enjoyed by adults, or people old enough to understand the references, at least. Take the kiddos to A Christmas Story earlier in the evening, and then send them home to a babysitter so the grown-ups can enjoy a delightfully salty viewing of the Santaland Diaries. Δ Arts Writer Ryah Cooley isn’t sure if she’s on the naughty or nice list. Contact her at rcooley@newtimesslo.com.
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his feeling of isolation, his aberrant behavior, and his unique way of seeing the world. In fact, the film opens from Van Gogh’s point of view, and the handheld camera work and lens distortion, which is used every time we see as Van Gogh sees, reminds us that his perception was unlike anyone else’s. The cinematography by Benoît Delhomme (The Proposition, Lawless, The Theory AT ETERNITY’S GATE Glen Julian Schnabel is a singular of Everything) is quite What’s it rated? PG-13 filmmaker, one who doesn’t mind remarkable, creating What’s it worth, Anna? Matinee challenging viewers. He began his career a visual feast. It’s a What’s it worth, Glen? Matinee as a painter, coming to prominence in look at a sad, tragic, Where’s it showing? Galaxy, The Palm the 1980s, and he parlayed his art fame misunderstood man’s into filmmaking in 1996, making a film sad, tragic last days. about the Brooklyn graffiti street artist The film’s lasting message is that Van turned primitive-neo-expressionist and Gogh was a man born in the wrong time. THE END IS NEAR Willem Dafoe stars as Vincent Van Gogh in director Julian darling of the NYC art scene, Jean-Michel Anna Visually this film was stunning, Schnabel’s examination of the artist’s final days in Arles and Auvers-sur-Oise, France. Basquiat, who died of a heroin overdose and Dafoe’s performance was undeniably in 1988. In 2000, he made a film about fantastic, but it’s a heavy, heady film plays Van Gogh with a quiet desperation, some kind of carnival sideshow. If only gay Cuban poet, novelist, and anti-Castro that balances bleakness with brilliance. in stark contrast to his earnest and Van Gogh could have seen how revered rebel Reinaldo Arenas. His best film, Vincent’s isolation and enigmatic persona deeply concerned brother, Theo (Rupert his work would become, maybe his life 2007’s The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, is all encompassing, and while the Friend), and his only personal friend, the wouldn’t have been such a tragedy. was about Elle editor Jean-Dominique beauty of his work is lauded today, he flippant and self-possessed Paul Gauguin Anna The scene with the priest was Bauby, who was left totally paralyzed by a was persona non grata while he lived. (Oscar Isaac), who turned into the object really memorable. Van Gogh wonders massive stroke save movement in his left His connection to the world lay deeply aloud why God would make him a painter of Van Gogh’s obsession. You may have eye, which he used by blinking to dictate in his relationship with his brother, who if his paintings were ugly; his attempts to heard that Van Gogh cut off his ear to his memoir, upon which the film is based. was his only support emotionally and explain why he paints to the priest fall on give to a prostitute, but in fact he cut it His take on the final years of Van Gogh’s financially. The film is purposefully slow, deaf ears. While the priest may not think off as a cry for attention from Gauguin, life will definitely divide audiences. Its reflective, and intricate with Vincent’s him well enough to leave, he doesn’t think who had announced he was returning to rottentomatoes.com aggregate is 82 inner workings, but the counterbalance there’s anything left for them to do for the Paris. Likewise, the mythos is Van Gogh percent favorable by critics, but only 52 to its plodding pace is its visually tortured artist and sends him on his way. shot himself and essentially committed percent by audiences. In the screening we absorbing perspective, switching from Theo then sends Vincent to a friend and suicide, but Schnabel’s version instead attended, two women walked out midway the artist’s point of view with an entirely supports the idea that Van Gogh was shot doctor, who we watch Van Gogh bond with through. The film takes its time and is different quality, to wide sweeping shots, as well as paint a portrait of. One really by two roughhousing young men. To the very interested in Van Gogh’s psychology, to arresting minute detail. I totally see townspeople in proximity to Van Gogh, he satisfying aspect of the film is watching this film not working for Dafoe in the painting process, something was a monster, a weirdo, and an object of everyone—I get that. It’s a ridicule. He scared people, and sometimes Van Gogh thought should be quick and deep dive into the mind of a purposeful. He certainly was a man he scared himself, becoming blackout complicated, wholly sad, and compelled to create. It didn’t make him drunk and engaging with people like a with a mad dash of crazy happy or satisfy him, yet it seemed the madman. His work didn’t sell during his individual, and I can see lifetime, which magnified his insecurities. only thing he knew he was meant to do. audiences writing it off as an Loving Vincent (2017) was a visual feast, There’s an amazing scene toward the art house film that bagged a a painted fictionalized portrayal of the end of the film where a priest (Mads big star. Luckily I like a good artist’s final days, and perhaps its lack of Mikkelsen), assigned to determine if Van melancholy journey on the big Gogh is well enough to leave an asylum, utter bleakness appeals to a bigger crowd. screen, and At Eternity’s Gate However, Dafoe’s haunted portrayal and shows Van Gogh his own canvas, asking delivers Van Gogh’s later life Delhomme’s fascinating cinematography him if he really thinks he’s an artist, with quiet brilliance, with paint a devastating picture of Van Gogh’s telling him the painting is ugly and its much praise going to Dafoe final days and vast internal struggles. ∆ scene grotesque. It’s heartbreaking, for a rock-solid portrayal of almost as heartbreaking as when Van the tormented artist. MUSE Oscar Isaac plays painter Paul Gauguin, Split Screen is written by Senior Staff Gogh is laid out in his coffin surrounded Glen Dafoe is fantastic— who, along with Van Gogh, painted Madame Ginoux Writer Glen Starkey and his wife, Anna. by his paintings as people walk around, (Emmanuelle Seigner), in At Eternity’s Gate. what an expressive face! He Comment at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com. looking at him and his work as if it were ulian Schnabel (Basquiat, Before Night Falls, The Diving Bell and the Butterfly) directs this biopic chronicling Vincent Van Gogh (Willem Dafoe) during his time in Arles and Auvers-sur-Oise, France. Rupert Friend stars as Vincent’s brother, Theo; Oscar Isaac as fellow painter, Paul Gauguin; and Mathieu Amalric as Vincent’s physician and model, Dr. Paul Gachet. (110 min.)
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MAGICAL NANNY! Lamplighter Jack (Lin-Manuel Miranda), Mary Poppins (Emily Blunt), and Anabel Banks (Pixie Davis) set off for joy-inducing adventure, in the sequel Mary Poppins Returns, arriving in theaters on Dec. 19.
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AT ETERNITY’S GATE What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? Galaxy, The Palm See Split Screen.
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10 Bryan Singer (The Usual Suspects, X-Men, Superman Returns ) directs this biopic about Freddie Mercury (Rami Malek) and Queen, chronicling the band’s
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CREED II What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Park, Stadium 10 Steven Caple Jr. (The Land) directs this sequel about boxer Adonis Creed (Michael B. Jordan), who, under trainer Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone), takes on the son of Rocky’s nemesis, Ivan Drago (Dolph Lundgren), Viktor Drago (Florian Munteanu). Yes, this loose Rocky sequel is formulaic, but it’s a helluva good formula!
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Adonis’ complicated personal life and need to dig deep within himself to find the champion he can become is still a great story. Jordan is terrific in the role, demonstrating nuance, range, and complex emotion. (117 min.) —Glen Starkey
FANTASTIC BEASTS: THE CRIMES OF GRINDELWALD What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? Galaxy David Yates (Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, The Legend of Tarzan) directs this J.K. Rowling screenplay, the second installment of the Fantastic Beasts series, about
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hat do you get when you combine the Cold War, undercover espionage, and marital strife? The Americans, a gripping spy thriller series on FX that follows Elizabeth (Keri Russell) and Philip (Matthew Rhys) Jennings, a married couple in Washington, D.C., serving as undercover spies for the Soviet Union under the guise of their cookie-cutter American domestic life. Created by a former CIA agent, Joe Weisberg, the series skillfully threads together a complex and layered story that parallels the agents of two world powers on U.S. soil during an escalation in the Cold War. The year is 1981, and we meet Elizabeth and Philip in the middle of a risky mission for the motherland—to kidnap a high-level Soviet defector from the grasp of the FBI. The kidnapping goes somewhat sideways, and they’re forced to hold the man in the trunk of their car until scrutiny dies down. Meanwhile, the Jennings are bewildered to find out that they have a new neighbor, FBI agent Stan Beeman (Noah Emmerich). Beeman smells something fishy about the couple, but he can’t substantiate his
owned a traveling show with close friend Harry Houdini. Keaton, born Joseph Frank Keaton, was part of the “The Three Keatons” act with his parents. When he was 3 years old, the act’s main attraction was hurling Keaton around on stage. He even had a handle concealed at the waist on his suits—his father almost went to jail for child abuse a few times but found loopholes to get out of it. What made the crowd go wild with laughter was Keaton’s serious stone face after he emerged from the toss. Keaton had several qualities that made him so successful, which included his lack of facial expression, his ability to do a seamless stunt, and the courage to think outside the box. All those skills combined really came across on the screen. An audience can instantly recognize an original reel or short because Keaton was in control of his cinematic pieces. He had a hand in creating the reel, directing, writing the storyline, and most importantly, Keaton took the time to make quality comedic pieces. But of course with every creative genius on the rise is almost always a somber destructive downfall. The decline came at a time when sound was inching its way into movies and silent films were becoming old news. Through family relations, Keaton gets a contract with MGM—which is notorious for churning out films. He loses creative control over the production of the films and the comedy lacks. As Keaton mulls over “the worst mistake of his life,” he also has trouble with his personal life as
hunch. Right away, the foundation for dramatic tension of The Americans is set between these three characters. Each episode reveals more and more about the Jennings’ backstory—when they were deployed to the U.S. from Russia, how they were forced into a marriage of duty, and how they’re raising their two kids as normal Americans completely in the dark about their true identities. The plot is loosely structured around the events of actual history, starting with the assassination attempt of President Ronald Reagan and its fallout. The Jennings’ espionage missions are reactive to these events, as are the efforts of the FBI, portrayed most intimately through Beeman. It all makes for adrenaline-pumping drama. Weisberg does an admirable job of exciting without rushing or overdramatizing, which helps the show’s bingeability and believability. Underneath all the hit jobs, bugging, deception, and politics, The Americans is a brutally honest tale of marriage and family. It’s an odd, dark notion to have the Jennings, ruthless killers and Soviet nationals, as protagonists. Nonetheless the show aims to humanize the lives of the spies, as well as the U.S. agents trying to stop them. It seems like the goal is to illustrate what it might be like to be these people, to be wrapped up in a job and role that requires you to throw away so much of your humanity. Nobody in this show is completely moral (or even close to it), but all are relatively believable human beings. The Americans runs six seasons and
he deals with his infidelity and alcoholism. So he takes a hiatus and seeks help from a rehabilitation center. He meets a nurse whom he remarries—Eleanor Keaton, who changes his life and supports him until the end of his life, but before his death Keaton’s career doesn’t come to an abrupt end. He still worked on stunts and jokes in commercials and in cameos. The documentary does an amazing job of highlighting so many of Keaton’s great works, but I wish it would have told me a little bit more about his life, who influenced him or who he collaborated with. The documentary was definitely a steppingstone for me to do more research of my own on the legend and his porkpie hat. The kind of strange part of the documentary was the interviews that Bogdanovich peppered throughout the film. I think he was trying to spark the interest of a younger audience, as he had commentary from comedians like Bill Hader and Johnny Knoxville. He also had interviews with Richard Lewis, Mel Brooks, Werner Herzog, and Dick Van Dyke. Oddly enough, he also included Jon Watts, who talked about how Keaton’s work influenced him in creating SpiderMan: Homecoming —a film that was released last year. A little far reaching, but OK. Bogdanovich has worn many hats in his cinematic career and film historian is one of them, so it made sense that he would create a film that really celebrates the MOVIES continued page 42 its finale aired earlier this year. All have received critical acclaim. I’m only finishing up Season 1, and aside from a couple duds with so-so storylines, most episodes are well-conceived and feature strong performances from the three leads and the myriad guest characters. (six seasons, 45-min. episodes) Δ —Peter Johnson PHOTO COURTESY OF FX
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What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Bay (ends 12/18), Downtown Centre, Galaxy Co-writer Peter Farrelly (Dumb and Dumber, There’s Something About Mary) directs this biopic about African-American pianist Don Shirley (Mahershala Ali), who hires working-class Italian-American bouncer Tony Lip (Viggo Mortensen) as his driver on a music tour of the 1960s American South. Though they’re very different people, they develop a warm and enduring friendship. This is one of those classic feel-good movies only a true cynic could reject. Both lead characters come out of the other side of the story improved. (130 min.) —Glen Starkey
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What’s it rated? PG What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Co-directors Yarrow Cheney (The Secret Life of Pets) and Scott Mosier helm this animated adaptation of the classic Dr. Seuss story, narrated by Pharrell Williams, about a grumpy curmudgeon, the Grinch (voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch), who plans to ruin Whoville’s Christmas. Along the way, the Grinch encounters various inhabitants of the town including Cindy-Lou Who (Cameron Seely), her mother, Donna Who (Rashida Jones), and Mr. Bricklebaum (Kenan Thompson). (86 min.) —Caleb Wiseblood
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INSTANT FAMILY What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Co-writer and director Sean Anders (Horrible Bosses 2, Daddy’s Home) helms this story about Pete (Mark Wahlberg) and Ellie (Rose Byrne), who adopt three children, sending their lives into utter chaos. This well-intentioned dramedy explores the travails and triumphs of adoption, finding both comic and emotionally potent moments. (119 min.) —Glen Starkey
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MARY POPPINS RETURNS What’s it rated? PG Where’s it showing? (starts 12/19) Bay, Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Rob Marshall (Chicago Memoirs of a Geisha, Pirates of the Caribbean: One Stranger Tides Into the Woods) directs this sequel to the 1964 classic about a magical nanny who helps two neglected children reconnect with their father. This time around, Mary Poppins (Emily Blunt) returns to the Banks family children who are now adults. Michael Banks (Ben Whishaw) lives with his three children— Anabel (Pixie Davies), John (Nathanael Saleh), Georgie (Joel Dawson)— and their housekeeper, Ellen (Julie Walters), in the same house on Cherry Tree Lane. With encouragement by Michael’s sister,
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DO IT, CLARK! Clark Griswald (Chevy Chase) endures all manner of humiliation, in the 1989 classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, screening Dec. 19, in Galaxy Theaters. Jane (Emily Mortimer), and the help of lamplighter, Jack (Lin-Manuel Miranda), Mary helps the new set of Banks children find the joy in life. (130 min.) —Glen Starkey
MORTAL ENGINES What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Christian Rivers directs this postapocalyptic fantasy adventure about a future in which London is a mobile city that devours everything in its path. One woman, Hester Shaw (Hera Hilmar), joins forces with London outcast, Tom Natsworthy (Robert Sheehan), and the outlaw, Anna Fang (Jihae), to stop the city before it destroys what’s left of the world. (128 min.) —Glen Starkey
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THE MULE What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Clint Eastwood directs this crime thriller screenplay by Sam Dolnick, based on the New York Times Magazine article “The Sinaloa Cartel’s 90-Year-Old Drug Mule” by Nick Schenk. Eastwood takes on the role of Earl Stone, a horticulturist and World War II vet who’s caught in Michigan running $3 million worth of Mexican cartel cocaine. (117 min.) —Glen Starkey
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NATIONAL LAMPOON’S CHRISTMAS VACATION What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Wednesday, Dec. 19, in Galaxy Jeremiah S. Chechik directs this script by John Hughes staring Chevy Chase as Clark Griswald, who with his wife, Ellen (Beverly D’Angelo) and kids, Audrey (Juliette Lewis) and Rusty (Johnny Galecki), must suffer through the holidays with his parents, in-laws, and cousin Eddie Johnson (Randy Quaid) and family. The 1989 comedy has become a staple and dishes up irreverent holiday fun. (97 min.) —Glen Starkey
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THE POSSESSION OF HANNAH GRACE What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Don’t bother Where’s it showing? Stadium 10 Diederik Van Rooijen directs this horrorthriller about police officer Megan Reed (Shay Mitchell), who, fresh out of a stay in rehab, is assigned to guard the city morgue. Once there, she begins to suspect that an evil entity has infested the cadaver of Hannah Grace (Kirby Johnson). If you’re wondering what a horror film is doing out during the holiday and Oscar season, wonder no further—it’s a weirdtiming dump meant to fool viewers into thinking there might be something special about this film rather than simply the should-have-been-straight-to-video piece of trash it is. The film is as lifeless as the dead bodies populating the morgue and is filled with all the clichés you’ve come to expect from the possession genre. It’s about as memorable as a … yeah, I already forgot. (85 min.) —Glen Starkey
RALPH BREAKS THE INTERNET: WRECKIT RALPH 2 What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Co-directors Phil Johnson and Rich Moore (Wreck-It Ralph, Zootopia) helm this animated sequel in which Ralph (voiced by John C. Reilly) and Vanellope von Schweetz (voiced by Sarah Silverman) follow a WiFi router in their home arcade, Litwak’s Family Fun Center, to explore a strange new world: the internet. Six years have passed since the events of Wreck-It Ralph, and Ralph and Vanellope are still best friends— close as “peanut butter and bacon,” Ralph says at one point. When Vanellope’s game, Sugar Rush, is in danger of being unplugged and scrapped for parts after its steering wheel breaks, the pair seek help in the world of the internet, a realm completely unknown to the duo and the other pixelated inhabitants of Litwak’s arcade. Ralph and Vanellope start at eBay (or “eBoy” as
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MOVIES from page 42 Ralph continuously calls it), where a Sugar Rush steering wheel is up for auction. The wheel would save Vanellope’s candy kingdom home from destruction, but will the pair be able to raise enough money to bid for the item in time? This quest for funds takes Ralph and Vanellope to various websites where they encounter new characters including Shank (voiced by Gal Gadot), a racer from the racing game, Slaughter Race; J.P. Spamley (voiced by Bill Hader), a hilariously personified click-bait pop-up ad; and Yesss (voiced by Taraji P. Henson), a cyber trendsetter. Old characters are back as well, including Sgt. Tamora Jean Calhoun (voiced by Jane Lynch) and her husband Fix-It Felix Jr. (voiced by Jack McBrayer). One Instant Family-esque subplot of the film concerns the couple’s adoption of the Sugar Rush racers into their home while their game is out of order. What makes Ralph Breaks The Internet fun is its personification of the World Wide Web. It’s the same kind of charm shared by animated peers Inside Out and Osmosis Jones—films that attribute human characteristics to emotions and blood cells (and Tylenol), respectively. The world of the internet is illustrated as a sprawling metropolis. The biggest websites and apps are represented as malls and skyscrapers, with Google being the tallest, of course. My favorite inclusion by far is Instagram, which appears as a fine art gallery. This is one to see in theaters, for sure. And make sure to stay for the mid-credits scene, especially if you’re a Frozen fan! (112 min.) —Caleb Wiseblood
ROBIN HOOD What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Stream it Where’s it showing? Stadium 10 Otto Bathurst directs this actionadventure about former Crusader-turnedrebel Robin of Loxley (Taron Edgerton) and his Moorish partner, Little John (Jamie Foxx), who take on the corrupt British crown. Can the Sheriff of Nottingham (Ben Mendelson) stop Robin, and can Marian (Eve Hewson) stop herself from falling in love? File this new installation of the classic tale in the unnecessary and irrelevant bin. While some of the action sequences are
spectacular, the film tries desperately to modernize the tale but only succeeds in making it incoherent and unintentionally funny. Don’t let it rob you of your money and time. (116 min.) —Glen Starkey
circumstances reaches stardom. Covering 18 years—1999 through 2017—the story views important cultural touchstones through her perspective. (110 min). —Glen Starkey
SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE
What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? The Palm Co-writer Steve McQueen (Hunger, Shame, 12 Years a Slave) directs this crime drama about Veronica (Viola Davis), Alice (Elizabeth Debicki), Linda (Michelle Rodriguez), and Belle (Cynthia Erivo), who must team up to pull off a heist after three of their husbands are killed on a botched job and a crime boss demands payment. I love a good heist film, but Widows ups the ante with a twisty script co-penned by Gillian Flynn (Gone Girl, Sharp Objects), taking on the dynamics of romance, gender hierarchy, government corruption, racism, and more. It’s tense, thrilling, and completely engrossing. (129 min.) —Glen Starkey
What’s it rated? PG Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, and Rodney Rothman co-direct this animated action adventure that takes place in the Marvel multiverse. Miles Morales (voiced by Shameik Moore) becomes the Spider-Man of his version of reality, then crosses into a parallel universe where he teams with other realities’ Spider-Men and a SpiderWoman to stop a an evil that threatens all realities. (117 min.) —Glen Starkey
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A STAR IS BORN What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10 Co-writer, director, and co-star Bradley Cooper helms this remake of A Star Is Born (first released in 1937, and later remade in 1954 and 1976). In this iteration, Cooper stars as Jackson Maine, a famous musician whose star is waning as he discovers talented but insecure singer Ally (Lady Gaga). As Jack battles alcoholism and his own decline, he helps Ally find the strength to let her talent shine. You’d think on the fourth retelling things would be getting stale, but Bradley Cooper takes a sweeping look at the rise and fall of stardom, the shallowness of the entertainment industry, creativity, substance abuse, family dynamics, and romance. (135 min.) —Glen Starkey
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VOX LUX What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre Writer-director Brady Corbet (The Childhood of a Leader) helms this drama about pop star Celeste (Natalie Portman), who through unforeseen
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THE WIFE
What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre Björn Runge (Daybreak, Mouth to Mouth, Happy End) directs Jane Anderson’s (How to Make an American Quilt) screenplay based on Meg Wolitzer’s novel about Joan Castleman (Glenn Close), wife of famed author Joe Castleman (Jonathan Pryce), who’s awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature. During their trip to Stockholm to claim his prize, she begins to ruminate on her life choices. The film’s secret weapon is Close, whose riveting performance is worth the price of admission. It’s also a wonderful meditation of the power of talent, and who is allowed to wield it. This lays bare the pain of domestic drama. (100 min.) —Glen Starkey
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WILDLIFE
What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? The Palm Actor Paul Dano (Little Miss Sunshine, There Will Be Blood, Swiss Army Man) gets behind the camera for this story he co-wrote with Zoe Kazan—based on Richard Ford’s novel—about teenager Joe Brinson (Ed Oxenbould), who’s left to deal with his mother, Jeanette’s (Carey Mulligan), reaction to his father, Jerry (Jake Gyllenhaal), abandoning the family to take a menial and dangerous job. First-time director Dano does a brilliant job creating an understated gem and coaxing out a career-defining performance from Mulligan. Not showy but instead quiet and contemplative, Wildlife is a slow and sad dissolution of a 1960s marriage, with an ending that will haunt you. (104 min.) ∆ —Glen Starkey
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Coast to peak Appreciating simple nature outings at Pismo Beach and Bowden Ranch
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ometimes, when I allow myself to be really present and cogitative, I can experience the Pacific Ocean like I did when I was little, where every ripple seems to hold the key to the universe’s mysteries, where every irregular wave pattern, like a strong backwash colliding with an incoming crest, catches my eye and intrigue, where, standing knee-deep in the water, I start to feel the collective ebb and flow of the surf take on a life of its own. Forget the thrill of catching a wave on a surfboard or Instagramming the perfect sunset photo—this is the state of mind that I live for and draw inspiration from. It’s rooted in a deep connection I have with the coast, cultivated from a young age in frequent trips to Monterey Bay. In these complicated times, it’s not easy to tap into that innocent wonder, so I was thankful for it on this late afternoon on Saturday, Dec. 8, at Pismo Beach, as I walked the distance of the beach, feet fully numbed by the winter ocean. With a lot on my plate this weekend workwise, I made a point to do something active and rejuvenating each day. This did the trick for Saturday. As I returned to the pier on my walk back, the sun was just beginning to dip behind the crystal-
GOLDEN HOUR There’s nowhere else I can feel so simultaneously at peace and inspired than on the Pacific Ocean shore. Here’s Pismo Beach at sunset, after a long walk down the coast.
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clear horizon. I went onto the pier to join the hundreds of people watching, a neat moment of cohesion and calm in Pismo’s often-chaotic downtown. And yes, I took a photo and put it on Instagram. On Sunday morning, I decided to explore a new trail (for me)—the steep climb up Bowden Ranch to the peak
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to share the trail with than, say, Bishop Peak across town—and only took about 40 minutes for me going up. The recent rains made the dirt just damp enough to make the descent fun and fast, without much concern about losing my footing and falling on my butt. If you’re accustomed to hiking Reservoir Canyon from its more popular trailhead off Highway 101, I recommend trying this alternative for a different flavor. And if you have a stressful weekend and week coming up, I highly recommend breaking up your grind with outings like these! Δ Assistant Editor Peter Johnson is back to the grind in the office at pjohnson@ newtimesslo.com.
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Central Coast ag stars in Wine and Food History Project
OLD SCHOOL FLAVOR A sister effort of The Wine History Project of SLO County, the Food History Project, is known to take field trips to explore historical food. The group visited Cook’s Flavoring Company in Paso Robles this past summer, celebrating the company’s 100year anniversary churning out potent vanilla extract, among other delights.
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he Central Coast wine pantheon has been thinned out in recent years: Winemaker Robert Haas of Tablas Creek; old-school Paso Robles wine grape grower Richard Sauret; and Archie McLaren, founder of Central Coast Wine Classic, have all been called home to that great big tasting room in the sky. While these names are fresh in our minds—and their memories will reside in many readers’ hearts—plenty of wine forefathers and mothers have fallen from our collective consciousness. All is not lost, though. Like leaves shriveling away from dormant winter vines, these souls have not disappeared, they have merely transformed. Look closely, and the spirit of their stories lives on. You just have to dig deep, deep down into the soil. The memory of Henry Ditmas can be found in those layers of dirt, intermingling with ancient zinfandel roots in Arroyo Grande. In his youth, the Englishman and civil service engineer built roads and railroads in Australia and South Africa for the British military. After the California Gold Rush, Ditmas came the United States and became a sheepherder in Avila Beach. As you might have already guessed, he fell in love with the land, bought a beautiful ranch called Rancho Saucelito in the upper Arroyo Grande Valley, and planted the very first zinfandel vineyards in South County (the year was 1878). Ditmas may have passed away in 1892 at the age of 47, but you can still taste his efforts when you sip a bottle of Saucelito Canyon Vineyard zin. He’s also still very much alive in the world of Libbie Agran, executive director of the Wine History Project. Think of her as your “resident digger.” Her hands are covered in fresh earth, and her mind is filled with the yellow-tinged documents of days gone by. “Ditmas began to collaborate with the first commercial winemaker in the area, and the collaboration between the two led to discovering a rootstock resistant to the terrible scourge of the time, phylloxera,” she said (yes, Agran talks like a historian, too). “The vines and clones Ditmas worked with in 1878 have been kept alive through UC Davis, and these clones are being used as the old vines die. The wines are still winning awards. These traditions have value because they have shaped, and are still shaping, our region today.” The idea behind the Wine History Project—as well as sister group the Food History Project—is education through connection. Through exhibits, speakers,
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MORE THAN A LABEL A Wine History Project exhibit shows off vintage wine labels belonging to Adelaida Winery, one of Paso Robles’ early wineries and pioneering dry farmed zinfandel producers. EVOO YOU KNOW? The history of Central Coast ag cannot be told without including the work of local olive farmers.
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excursions, and community outreach, the group aims to keep each story alive for the next generation. Agran said the mission, which began in 2014, has become more than a “job”—it’s a full-time obsession. You might just bump into the historian at your neighborhood garage sale (you’d be surprised how many important documents get tossed out with the Beanie Babies). “We go through every article we can find on wine history and agriculture in the area. This often leads us to county documents, as grapes were often sold to Sonoma, Napa, Los Angeles, Orange County,” she said. Agran’s self-proclaimed sleuthing style of embarking “first through human
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connection, then through documents,” means that the historical output is more well rounded—less clinical—than some stuffy academic report. “My journey starts with interviewing the decedents or the current owners of the historic land. I gather as much from living people as I can, which will inevitably lead me to papers in attics. I also continually go to meetings where I can mingle with people who love wine, and I always find that there is a referral. Someone’s 90-year-old great uncle who was a vineyard manager 70 years ago might be ready to tell his story,” she said. When that happens, the team is ready to listen and take notes. A staff of three helped propel this
sometimes tedious work forward, and the group has moved into an office on Broad Street in SLO, open by appointment only. You’ll find Wine History and Food History Project works hanging in local tasting rooms and community spaces (check out the ongoing 19th Century Wine History Timeline Exhibition currently hanging at the Dallidet Gardens in SLO). The Food History Project is more about “field trips.” “The reason the Food History Project became linked to the original plan is that food pairs with wine, and it also brings in an audience. Through food, people become very interested, and it’s a way to FLAVOR continued page 48
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bring everyone in and celebrate our ag heritage,” Agran added. Past local events have included talks with Eberle Winery winemaker Gary Eberle and chef Ian McPhee of McPhee’s in Templeton as well as lectures centering on “the world’s oddest flavors,” “funeral food,” local honey, and olive oil producers, among others. The Food History Project recently celebrated its first anniversary at Paso Robles pasta factory Etto, featuring speakers from the likes of locals Larder Meat Co. and J. Dusi Wines. In 2019, Wine History Project of SLO County aims to show exhibitions on Prohibition, the rise of home winemaking as well as Italian-Americans and their influence on regional wine and agriculture. An expanded exhibition of the group’s popular Wine Becomes Art exhibit will be shown at SLOMA in March 2019. That’s not all! At an upcoming lecture, Wilmar Tognazzini is slated to speak about the Morro Bay fishing industry, and on March 11, longtime Paso Robles local Don Campbell will speak about his background in ag history. Really, the group will never run out of stories to tell, because so many people are eager to share these stories. This—the stories—is perhaps the beauty of this region, so known for its soft hills, diverse microclimates, and lush vines. “When you talk to people about SLO County, they might think of surfing and hiking, but who have we been for thousands of years? We have been about ag and the production of food, which includes the ocean and rivers, going back to the Chumash,” Agran said. “The question is, ‘Why, who, how, and what is our taste today versus the old days?’ It is a continual history of taste and culture and soil science and climate. These are all related.” ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain’s microclimate (her office) is also unique, although a bit messy. She can be reached at hthomas@ newtimesslo.com.
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All I want for the holidays is a dozen tamales! On Dec. 15, Helen Daurio will host an authentic tamale-making class at the DANA Adobe Cultural Center, so get ready to learn a new and useful skill that will benefit everyone in close proximity to your kitchen! Learn everything you need to make delicious tamales just in time for the holidays. The class will offer the opportunity to learn how to make fresh masa and proper wrapping techniques, different tamale fillings (such as chicken or cheese), and red or green chile sauces. The best part? Students will be able to take home a dozen of their homemade tamales after class. That means you can knock out a dozen holiday gifts in one spicy afternoon! For tickets and to RSVP, call (805) 929-5679. Class is held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Dana Adobe is located at 671 S. Oakglen Ave. in Nipomo. ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain is a spicy meatball at hthomas@newtimesslo.com.
H AYLEY’S BITES SURFIN’ SANTA Surf’s up and so are spirits: On Dec. 14, head to the coast for a chill community event sans tourists! The Shell Beach Holiday Stroll features local merchants selling their giftable wares along Shell Beach Road between 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy shopping, refreshments, live music, grab bags for the kids, and a Surfin’ Santa. For more information, go to sbig.org … Sip a glass of local wine and sink into the relaxing sounds of live music at the Cambria Pines Lodge this Dec. 16 and Dec. 20. With a fire crackling at the Fireside Lounge and organic, hand-picked herbs and produce on your plate, you’ll be feeling truly merry and bright. Learn more at cambriapineslodge.com … Stolo Vineyards and Winery in Cambria is the highest ranked winery on the Central Coast according to Wine Enthusiast’s annual “The Enthusiast 100,” which showcases the best wines of the year. Way to go! Learn more at stolofamilyvineyards.com.
WINTER WINEDERLAND Fugly and snuggly: Throw on your weirdest/tackiest/most terrible holiday sweater and head to Ancient Peaks Winery in Santa Margarita for a fun ugly sweater party this Dec. 14! The festivities will include wines by the glass, holiday treats, and live music by Britton Miller. You could also win best (read: ugliest) sweater! (No RSVP needed; go to ancientpeaks.com to learn more) … On Dec. 19, Asuncion Ridge Winery in Paso Robles will host a shindig featuring live music and wine with Les Beck, who will take over the grand piano for a spin, performing music from many genres to accompany your wine tasting or wine by the glass. No cover charge.
JOLLY VINES Italian wine for the win: On Dec. 15, check out a private reserve vertical wine tasting at Pelletiere Estate Winery in Paso Robles. Hosted by vintner Janis Denner, you’ll be guided through a tasting of estate grown sangiovese from four different vintages. This seated tasting will take place in the winery’s private barrel room and is by reservation only (limited to just 10 people; go to pelletiere.com for info) … Tony Quealy has been named general manager of Thatcher Winery in Paso Robles. Most recently, Quealy spent nearly eight years at Halter Ranch in Paso Robles in various leadership roles, including wine club manager and tasting room manager. Congrats, Tony! … A friendly reminder: Before you head out to a tasting room, you’ll want to check out the holiday hours (and holiday events) happening this time of year. Head to slowine.com or pasowine.com for all the details, and remember to pick up a few bottles for gifting and sipping. I mean, why not? ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain is surfing with Santa. She can be reached at hthomas@ newtimesslo.com.
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To all interested persons: Petitioner: Milton Francis Hayes filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Milton Francis Hayes to PROPOSED NAME: Milton Benjamin Francis Hayes THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 01/16/2019, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: November 28, 2018 /s/: Barry T. Labarbera, Judge of the Superior Court December 13, 20, 27, 2018 & January 3, 2019
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Ian Cohen & Jillian Havandjian filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Lucine Araya Sunshine Havandjian Cohen to PROPOSED NAME: Lucine Araya Sunshine 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: 01/16/2019, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: December 5, 2018 /s/: Tana L. Coates, Judge of the Superior Court December 13, 20, 27, 2018 & January 3, 2019
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FILE NO. 2018-2582 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/23/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MEDIUM MASTERS, 950 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Suzan Nixie Vaughn (3057 S. Higuera St., SPC 131, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Suzan Vaughn, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-24-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1024-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2642 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/15/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CAMBRIA WELLNESS, 816 Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Jeannine T Jacobs (2620 Windsor Blvd., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jeannine T Jacobs, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-31-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 10-31-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2652 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, POPPY SOAP CO., 1515 15th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Lindy Michelle Laroche (1515 15th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Lindy Laroche. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-01-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 1101-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2673 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COX VETERINARY RELIEF, 1420 Railroad St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Edward Cox (1420 Railroad St., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Edward Cox. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-05-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 11-05-23. November 8, 15, 22, 29, & December 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2679 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/06/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BIZ BOOST NOW, 1001 Pacific Blvd., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Daniel Joseph Shetler (1001 Pacific Blvd., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Daniel Shetler, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-06-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 11-06-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2690 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SHINE DENTAL HYGIENE, 602 Taylor Place, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Katerina Tziouvalas Pritchett (602 Taylor Place, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Katerina Tziouvalas Pritchett. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-09-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 11-09-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2704 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CLASSY DEAL BOOKSELLER, 206 Country Club Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kit Rudkin Hartwell (206 Country Club Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kit Rudkin Hartwell, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2705 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/13/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MEINEKE SAN LUIS OBISPO #4107, 770 Lawrence Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. RTMS 4107, Inc. (2436 Silverstrand Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ RMS 4107, Inc., Richard Taw - President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2706 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/13/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SEBRING KENNELS, 1315 N. Frontage Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Lisa Benko (1315 N. Frontage Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Lisa Benko. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. C. Luckey, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2693 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/09/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, AEROVISTA DENTAL, 835 Aerovista Place, Suite 210, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Eric Williamson DDS Inc. (11014 Evans Street, Loma Linda, CA 92354). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Eric Williamson DDS Inc., President, Eric Williamson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-09-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 1109-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2710 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LA SERENA INN, 990 Morro Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Lou Bartfield, Steven Allen, Amanda Allen (347 Spreckles Dr., Aptos, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Copartnership /s/ Steve Allen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 11-14-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2698 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/13/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THIS & THAT, 751 Dolliver Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Eastom Jewelers (771 Dolliver Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Eastom Jewelers, Debra A. Eastom-President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 11-13-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2711 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MASTERPIECE HOTEL, EL MORRO MASTERPIECE HOTEL, 1206 Main St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Lou Bartfield, Steven Allen, Amanda Allen (347 Spreckles Dr., Aptos, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Copartnership /s/ Steve Allen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1114-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2712 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BEST WESTERN SAN MARCOS, BEST WESTERN SAN MARCOS INN, SAN MARCOS INN, 250 Pacific St., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Lou Bartfield, Steven Allen, Amanda Allen (347 Spreckles Dr., Aptos, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A Copartnership /s/ Steve Allen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1114-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2713 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/13/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, O’NEILL TRUCKING, 129 1st Street, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Templeton Trading Company LLC (129 1st Street, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Templeton Trading Company LLC, Michael O’Neill, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. McCormick, Deputy. Exp. 11-14-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2714 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2009) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FOOSE PAINTING COMPANY, FOOSE PAINTING, 132 Harvest Place, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Denver Roy Foose (132 Harvest Place, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Denver Foose, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 11-14-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2715 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, O’CONNOR WAY WATER ASSOCIATION, 340 O’Connor Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Charlotte E. Gorton (340 O’Connor Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Charlotte Gorton. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 11-14-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2716 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/14/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, R&R PROFESSIONAL FLOORING, 1681 9th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Rex Wayne Riley (1681 9th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rex Wayne Riley. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. R. Parashis, Deputy. Exp. 11-14-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2723 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/17/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, EVERY1, 1733 14th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Giveable (1733 14th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Giveable, John C. Poulis-President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-15-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 11-15-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2725 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/15/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, QUICK TECH, 2121 10th Street, Suite A, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Chad Crawford (1307 9th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Chad Crawford. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-15-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 11-15-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2732 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/06/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, R-SPECS/ EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY, 245 Hillcrest Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Pamela A. Richerson (245 Hillcrest Dr., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Pamela A. Richerson, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. R. Parashis, Deputy. Exp. 11-16-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2739 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/14/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WHOLE HEALTH SLO, TOTAL HEALTH SLO, 12500 Santa Lucia Road, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Geri L. RhodesSmith (12500 Santa Lucia Road, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Geri L. Rhodes-Smith. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 11-16-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2740 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SPA DOLLS BEAUTY BAR, 346 West Grand Ave. Suite A, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Lisa Marie Duron (225 Plancha Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Lisa M Duron. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 11-16-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2741 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/16/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CANYON REALTY, 113 Via Bandolero, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Dee Anna Shrefler (P.O. Box 476, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dee Anna Shrefler, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 11-16-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2758 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/20/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO STEAM CARPET CLEANING, 753 Petersen Ranch Rd., Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Guillermo Majano (753 Petersen Ranch Rd., Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Guillermo Majano. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-20-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 11-20-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2742 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FROM THE ROOTS UP HEALING SERVICE, 2191 Ironwood Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Krista Marie Rooney (2191 Ironwood Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Krista Rooney, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-19-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 11-19-23. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2759 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/20/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CALAC WELLNESS, 2115 Willow Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Calac Wellness LLC (2115 Willow Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Calac Wellness LLC, Aaron H. Wolfsen, General Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-20-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 11-20-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2747 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/04/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, S AND D BEACH HOUSE, 341 Juanita Ave., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Stacey Holtermann (2716 E Brown Ave., Fresno, CA 93704). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Stacey Holtermann. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-19-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 1119-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2748 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/13/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CHC PHARMACY ATASCADERO, 7524 Morro Road, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. imgRX SLO, Inc. (1330 Enclave Parkway, Houston, TX 77077). This business is conducted by A DE Corporation /s/ imgRX SLO, Inc., Scott Zimmerman, Assistant Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-20-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 11-20-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2749 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/06/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CHC PHARMACY SLO, 77 Casa Street, Suite 205, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. imgRX SLO, Inc. (1330 Enclave Parkway, Houston, TX 77077). This business is conducted by A DE Corporation /s/ imgRX SLO, Inc., Travis leonard, Senior Vice President & Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-20-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 11-20-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2764 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/21/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PHELAN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, 1473 Hillcrest Dr., Unit A, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Phelan Land Company II LLC (1473 Hillcrest Dr., Unit A, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Phelan Land Company II LLC, Colleen Phelan, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-21-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1121-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2767 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/21/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HANALEI REALTY, 691 Camino Caballo, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Linda L. Moser (691 Camino Caballo, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Linda Moser, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-21-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 11-21-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2768 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COPP DENTAL GROUP, 1131 Pacific Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Dan Copp, DDS, Inc. (1131 Pacific Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Dan Copp, DDS, Inc., Dan Copp, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-21-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 11-21-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2769 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/21/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STONERIDGE LEGAL, 1555 Eto Cir., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Nicole M. Norris (1555 Eto Cir., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Nicole M. Norris, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-21-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 1121-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2779 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, NEGRANTI WATER WORKS, 6425 Green Valley Road, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. James Negranti (197 Toro Creek Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442), David Negranti (6395 Green Valley Road, Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ James Negranti. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Gibson, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2794 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, WELLBEAN, 565 Monterey Ave. #B, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Patricia Ann Czach (565 Monterey Ave. #B, Morro Bay, CA 93442), Caroline Carly Israel (1680 Main St. #38, Morro Bay, CA 93442) . This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Patricia Czach, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-27-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 11-27-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2819 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/23/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CALIBD, 755 Buckley Road, Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. CaliBD LLC (755 Buckley Road, Suite C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ CaliBD LLC, Michael Siegfried, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-30-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 11-30-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2808 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/29/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CAYUCOS SAUSAGE COMPANY, 12 N. Ocean Avenue, Suite 121, Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Cayucos Sausage Company (12 N. Ocean Avenue, Suite 121, Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Cayucos Sausage Company, Junee Sherwood, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-29-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 11-29-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2823 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/03/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, AVILA BEACH MASSAGE, 101 San Miguel St., Avila Beach, CA 93424. San Luis Obispo County. Glenna Cox (101 San Miguel St., Avila Beach, CA 93424). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Glenna Cox. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 12-03-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
FILE NO. 2018-2772 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/26/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLO CIVIL DESIGN, 262 Via La Paz, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Richard Charles Burde (262 Via La Paz, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Richard Burde, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
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FILE NO. 2018-2780 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/26/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MUSICABOUND EVENTS, 413 Brizzolara St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Manuel A. Barba (413 Brizzolara St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Manuel A. Barba, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2776 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, UNSTOPPABLE MOMENTUM, 129 North Halcyon Road, Suite B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Debra Joan Bailey (230 Rock Falls Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Debra Bailey, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2781 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MOONDANCE RANCH, 1055 Ditmas Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Colleen G. Caudill, Inc. (1015 Ditmas Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Colleen G. Caudill, Inc., Colleen G. Caudill, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2777 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/26/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STOCKLI PRODUCTIONS, 22840 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Matthew Allen Stockle (6322 Atascadero Ave., Atascadero, CA 93453). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Matthew Stockle. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2782 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/17/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HONEY GIRL CAFE, 14 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Honey Girl Cafe LLC (14 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Honey Girl Cafe LLC, Timothy Haydu, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2778 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/1981) New Filing The following person is doing business as, S.L.O. BILLIARDS, 22840 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Jerry A. Stockle (22840 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jerry Stockle. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 11-26-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2783 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/26/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TAP TRUCK SB, 1245 Newport Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Pascoe Bowen (1245 Newport Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Pascoe Bowen, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 1126-23. November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2797 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/27/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, EL QUETZAL / CUESTA CARPET CLEANING & JANITORIAL, 210 Margarita Ave. #15, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Ricardo Boche Gonzalez (210 Margarita Ave. #15, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ricardo Gonzalez Boche, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-27-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 11-27-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2809 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/1999) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DOGHOUSE PROMOTIONS, 309 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Laughing Willow, Inc. (309 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Laughing Willow, Inc., Elizabeth Espy - CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-29-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 1129-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2800 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LATE START RECORDS, 3077 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Phineas Covert Heywood (3077 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Phineas Covert Heywood, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-28-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 11-28-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
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FILE NO. 2018-2801 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/04/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SUN HOMES, 200 S. Dolliver Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Sun Home Services, Inc. (27777 Franklin Road, Suite 200, Southfield, MI 48034). This business is conducted by A MI Corporation /s/ Sun Home Services, Inc., Karen J. Dearing-CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-28-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 11-28-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2802 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/28/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, A-TOWN HEAT, 9060 Coromar Ct., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Mark Wrightson, Denise Wrightson (9060 Coromar Ct., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Mark Wrightson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-28-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 11-28-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
FILE NO. 2018-2810 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/02/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, FRINGE BY JASI & CO., 761 Shell Beach Rd., Shell Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Jacalyn Stephanie Sotello (311 Cuyama, Shell Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jacalyn Sotello. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-29-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 11-29-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2813 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/15/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STORAGE DEPOT, 369 Quintana Road, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Darway J Earl (350 Patchett Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Earl Darway, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-29-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 11-29-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2816 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/27/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TENWISE PARK PARTNERS, 1301 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Jeanne A. Helphenstine (1404 Boxwood Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), Bryan Tahmazian (1338 Costa Brava, Pismo Beach, CA 93448). This business is conducted by An Unincorporated Association Other Than A Partnership /s/ Jeanne A. Helphenstine. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-30-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 11-30-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2827 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SIDEWALK CAFE, 130 West Branch St., Suite A, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Brett Michael Collins (758 Avocet Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Brett Collins. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 12-03-23. December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
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FILE NO. 2018-2834 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/31/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CHC PHARMACY PASO ROBLES, 416 Spring Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. imgRX SLO, Inc. (1330 Enclave Parkway, Houston, TX 77077). This business is conducted by A DE Corporation /s/ imgRX SLO, Inc., Scott Zimmerman, Assistant Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 12-04-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
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FILE NO. 2018-2835 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE FRESH PAINT COMPANY, 2230 Exposition Drive Unit 25, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. James William Ringley (2230 Exposition Drive Unit 25, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ James Ringley. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 12-04-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
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FILE NO. 2018-2838 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/27/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, 7TH GENERATION DESIGN, 3751 Santa Rosa Creek Rd., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Resilience Revival LLC (3751 Santa Rosa Creek Rd., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Resilience Revival LLC, Weston Cooke, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-0418. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 12-04-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
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FILE NO. 2018-2839 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/04/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE HANDYMAN, 613 Cerro Vista Cir., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Christopher Paul Layshot (613 Cerro Vista Cir., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Christopher Layshot. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 12-04-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
NOTICE TO PROPOSERS SEALED PROPOSALS will be received at the office of the City Clerk, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, California, before 2:00 p.m., on Friday, January 18, 2019 as determined by www. time.gov for performing work as follows: 2019 Sewer System Management Plan Update for THE CITY OF PISMO BEACH There will be no pre-proposal meeting held for this RFP; however, potential proposers should review the 2007 Sewer System Management Plan included in the RFP prior to submitting a proposal. Project Plans and Specifications may be obtained from the Public Works Department, Wastewater Division; 550 Frady Lane, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 or by calling (805) 773-7053. A non-refundable fee of $10.00 per set will be charged. Electronic Plans and Specifications are available via email at no charge. All questions will be accepted in writing up to 72 hours before bid closing by emailing Cindy Ransdell at cransdell@pismobeach. org. Questions regarding RFP procedure or other non-technical questions can be asked by emailing Cindy Ransdell at cransdell@ pismobeach.org. ERICA INDERLIED, CITY CLERK December 6 & 13, 2018
CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO PUBLIC HEARING & LEGAL NOTICES Effective December 15, 2018, the City of San Luis Obispo will be switching to The New Times for publishing of public hearing & legal notices, bids and requests for proposals. This is being done to reduce costs. The New Times was the lowest responsive bidder of a request for proposals process required by the City’s policies and procedures. Public Notices may be found in the very back of each issue of the New Times. Public Notices are also available on the City of San Luis Obispo’s website. You can also sign up to receive an e-notification when a public hearing or legal notice is posted. To sign up for e-notification, go to www.slocity.org click the e-notification button, this will take you to the email updates screen. Fill in your information and make sure to click on Legal Ads. If you have questions regarding this change, please contact the City Clerk’s office at 805-781-7100 or email cityclerk@ slocity.org.
FILE NO. 2018-2840 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ENTEGRIS, 4175 Santa Fe Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. SAES Pure Gas, Inc. (4175 Santa Fe Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ SAES Pure Gas, Inc., Joseph Colella, Assistant Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 12-04-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
FILE NO. 2018-2845 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ENGRAINED, 4250 N Ryan Road, Creston, CA 93432. San Luis Obispo County. Engrained (5237 Diane Ave., San Diego, CA 92117). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Engrained, Tyler Mitchell, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1205-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 12-05-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF TENTATIVE ACTION / PUBLIC HEARING WHO:
County of San Luis Obispo Planning Department Hearing
WHEN: Friday, January 18, 2019 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT: A request by Jim and Sharon Kroll for a Minor Use Permit / Coastal Development Permit (D010085D) to allow for the construction of a split-level, 2,374-square-foot single family residence, an attached 1,378-square-foot garage, and a 3,655-square-foot barn. Other improvements include two septic systems, landscaping, an agricultural well, and access improvements. Two portions of the site, totaling roughly 3.03 acres, are proposed as Open Space and Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) easement areas. The Open Space easement will allow for limited agricultural production; the HCP easement will be used to provide restored native dune scrub habitat for listed species. The project will result in disturbance of approximately 27,443 square feet (0.63 acres) on a 221,696-square-foot (~5 acre) parcel. The project is within the Residential land use category and is located at 302 Madera Street, in the community of Los Osos, in the Estero Planning Area. Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on December 5, 2018 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address Aesthetics, Air Quality, Biological Resources, Public Services/Utilities, Recreation, Transportation/Circulation, Wastewater, and Water/ Hydrology and are included as conditions of approval. The Environmental Document is available for public review at the Department of Planning and Building, at the below address. A copy of the Environmental Document is also available on the Planning and Building Department website at www.sloplanning. org. Anyone interested in commenting on the proposed Environmental Document should submit a written statement and/or speak at the public hearing. Comments will be accepted up until completion of the public hearing(s). County File Number: D010085D Supervisorial District: District 2 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 074-022-041 Date Accepted: 08/01/2018 WHERE: The meeting will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. 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 Kerry Brown, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600. TO REQUEST A PUBLIC HEARING This matter is tentatively scheduled to appear on the consent agenda, which means that it and any other items on the consent agenda can be acted upon by the hearing officer with a single motion. An applicant or interested party may request a public hearing on this matter. To do so, send a letter to this office at the address below or send an email to pdh@co.slo.ca.us by Friday, January 11, 2019 at 4:30 PM. The letter or email must include the language “I would like to request a hearing on D010085D.” If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing. COASTAL APPEALABLE If the County approves this project, that action may be eligible for appeal to the California Coastal Commission. Appeals must be filed in writing as provided by Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Section 23.01.043. Nicole Retana, Secretary
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FILE NO. 2018-2847 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, REALLY SWEET STUFF, 2701 Rodman Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Courtney Huckabay (2701 Rodman Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Courtney Huckabay. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-05-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 12-05-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
FILE NO. 2018-2857 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/06/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, RARE CANDY VAPE COMPANY, 6145 San Anselmo Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Elia Akhare, Lobna Frij (1060 Monterey Ave. Apt. B, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Elia Akhare, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1206-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. L. Orellana, Deputy. Exp. 12-06-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
FILE NO. 2018-2864 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE STEAMING BEAN, 1651 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Amanda Marie Birdsong (360 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amanda Birdsong. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1207-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. King, Deputy. Exp. 12-07-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
FILE NO. 2018-2871 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, KW COMMERCIAL REALTY GROUP, CENTRAL COAST, 350 James Way, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Jeffrey King (293 Miller Way, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420), Lucy Silva (1473 Cedar Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420), Scott Maples (550 Harloe Ave., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Lucy Silva, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-07-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Levy, Deputy. Exp. 1207-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
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WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission. WHEN: Thursday, January 24, 2019 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 AT&T Mobility for a Conditional Use Permit (DRC2017-00032) to allow a new wireless communications facility consisting of twelve (12) 8-foot-tall panel antennas, split into three (3) sectors of four (4) antennas each and ancillary antenna support equipment installed on one (1) 59-foot-tall artificial eucalyptus tree (monoeucalyptus). The proposal also includes five (5) ground mounted equipment cabinets, one (1) backup generator, and a six-foot, six-inch-tall wooden fence enclosure within a 400-square-foot lease area. The project will result in 1.89 acres of site disturbance on an 837- acre parcel. The proposed project is within the Agriculture land use category and is located at 3905 Alisos Road, approximately 2.4 miles to the west of the City of Arroyo Grande. The site is in the Huasna-Lopez Sub Area of the South County planning area. Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on December 6, 2018 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address Aesthetics, Air Quality, Biological Resources, Geology and Soils, and Public Services and Utilities, and are included as conditions of approval. The Environmental Document is available for public review at the Department of Planning and Building, at the below address. A copy of the Environmental Document is also available on the Planning and Building Department website at www. sloplanning. org. Anyone interested in commenting on the proposed Environmental Document should submit a written statement and/or speak at the public hearing. Comments will be accepted up until completion of the public hearing(s). County File Number: DRC2017-00032 Supervisorial District: District 4 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 047-031-030 Date Accepted: 10/03/2018 The meeting will be held in the San Luis Obispo WHERE: County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. 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 Stephanie Fuhs, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 7815600. If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing. Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission
WHO: County of San Luis Obispo Planning Department Hearing. WHEN: Friday, January 18, 2019 at 09:00 AM. All items are advertised for 09:00 AM. To verify agenda placement, please call the Department of Planning & Building at (805) 781-5600. WHAT: A request by Nouel Riel Cellars Incorporated and Coastal Elevations for a Minor Use Permit (DRC201800018) to establish up to 20,000 square feet of indoor cannabis cultivation on a 41-acre site. On-site development would include construction of four new greenhouses totaling 19,920square feet combined, and conversion of an existing 2,635-square-foot barn for drying and storage of cannabis. The project would also use an existing 80-square-foot storage shed and a new 160-square-foot storage container for materials storage (e.g., pesticides, fertilizer, soil amendments, and potting materials). The project would employ up to six people and would operate seven days per week between the hours of 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM. A modification from the parking standards set forth in the Land Use Ordinance Section 22.18.050.C.1 is requested to reduce the required number of spaces from 40 to 12. The project site is located at 7755 Airport Road on the west side of Airport Road approximately 500 feet south of Estrella Road and 2.7 miles southeast of the community of San Miguel. The site is located in the Salinas River Sub-Area of the North County Planning Area. Also to be considered at the hearing will be adoption of the Environmental Document prepared for the item. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on December 5, 2018 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address Air Quality and Biological Resources and are included as conditions of approval. The Environmental Document is available for public review at the Department of Planning and Building, at the below address. A copy of the Environmental Document is also available on the Planning and Building Department website at www.sloplanning.org. Anyone interested in commenting on the proposed Environmental Document should submit a written statement and/or speak at the public hearing. Comments will be accepted up until completion of the public hearing. County File Number: DRC2018-00018 Supervisorial District: District 1 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 027-191-043 Date Accepted: 8/22/18 WHERE: The meeting will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey Street, Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the meeting all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal. 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 Cassidy McSurdy, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600. TO REQUEST A PUBLIC HEARING This matter is tentatively scheduled to appear on the consent agenda, which means that it and any other items on the consent agenda can be acted upon by the hearing officer with a single motion. An applicant or interested party may request a public hearing on this matter. To do so, send a letter to this office at the address below or send an email to pdh@ co.slo.ca.us by Friday, January 11, 2019 at 4:30 PM. The letter or email must include the language “I would like to request a hearing on DRC2018-00018.” 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.
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FILE NO. 2018-2876 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, VALIANT CONSULTING CENTRAL COAST, 220 Garden Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Tracy A Lang Wood (220 Garden Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tracy Lang Wood. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-10-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 12-10-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
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FILE NO. 2018-2878 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BEAR EMBROIDERY, 349 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Nichols Foods Inc. (PO Box 7089, Los Osos, CA 93412). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Nichols Foods Inc., Mari Nichols - Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-10-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. C. Luckey, Deputy. Exp. 12-10-23. December 13, 20, 27, 2018, & January 3, 2019
ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DOROTHY JEANNE ZAVICK AKA JEANNE ZAVICK CASE NUMBER: 18PR - 0337
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DOROTHY JEANNE ZAVICK aka JEANNE ZAVICK A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BRIAN STITH in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that BRIAN STITH 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: February 5, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm St., Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.
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ORDINANCE NO. 3376
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 22 OF THE SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY CODE, THE LAND USE ORDINANCE, SECTION 22.94.082.D RELATIVE TO THE WELLSONA ROAD COMMERCIAL SERVICE AREA
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The Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo ordains as follows: SECTION 1. Chapter 22.94 of the Land Use Ordinance, Title 22 of the San Luis Obispo County Code, is hereby amended by revising Section 22.94.082.D.1 as follows: 22.94.082 – Land Use Category Standards for the Salinas River SubArea. D. Commercial Service (CS) – Wellsona Road area. The following standards apply within the Commercial Service category from the vicinity of the intersection of Highway 101 and Wellsona Road to the Exline Road intersection with the highway, as shown in Figure 94-40. 1. Limitation on use – Wellsona Road area. Allowable land uses on the Wellsona Road properties shown in Figure 94-40 are limited to: Agriculture accessory structures Bars and night clubs Bed and breakfast inns Caretaker residences
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2018 AT 9:00 AM. 4 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT. 1. Consent Agenda – Item Nos. 1-13 & 21 Resolution (Res.) No. 2018-285 through 2018-289, approved as amended. 2. Public Comment Period - matters not on the agenda, speak. No action taken. 3. Presentations: Res. 2018-290, recognizing the 20th anniversary of the California Children & Families Act; Res. 2018-291, recognizing the Cayucos Fire Protection District for 70 years of commitment to serving the community of Cayucos; Res. 2018-292, proclaiming November 2018 as National Hospice & Palliative Care Month; Res. 2018-293, proclaiming November as “National adoption Month”; 2018-294, a recognizing K. Hansen upon his retirement, for his 23 years of service to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board, adopted. 4. Closed Session. Anticipated Litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Significant exposure to litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Existing litigation: Application Filed by PG&E for Retirement of Diablo Canyon Power Plant A, 16-08-006; Mesa Community Alliance v. CA Dept. of Parks & Rec, et al.: 14CV-0096. Conference w/ Labor Negotiator, T. Douglas-Schatz, re: SLOGAU; SLOCEAT&C; DCCA; Sheriffs’ Mgmt; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Mgmt & Confidential Employees; SDSA; UDWA. Report out. Meeting Adjourned. Tommy Gong, County Clerk-Recorder and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk December 13, 2018
Cannibis testing facilities Cannabis distribution facilities Caretaker residences Concrete, gypsum and plaster products Construction contractors Convenience and liquor stores (limited to 2,000 square feet) Crop production and grazing Energy-generating facilities (limited to renewable energy facilities) Existing motorcycle dealer Gas stations General retail (limited to gifts, novelties, souvenirs, and antiques) Grocery stores (maximum gross floor area of 5,000 square feet) Hotels, motels if associated with truck stops as uses Personal services Public safety facilities Recreational Vehicle Parks Recycling and scrap Recycling collection stations Residential accessory use Restaurants Small scale manufacturing Stone and cut stone products Storage, accessory Storage yards
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING BRIEF TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2018 AT 9:00 AM. 4 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT. 1. Consent Agenda – Item Nos. 1-22 Resolution (Res.) No. 2018-295 through 2018-304, approved as amended. 2. Public Comment Period - matters not on the agenda: L. Owen; B. DiFatta; G. Kirkland; L. Morin; J. Moen; K. Barneich; L. Casalinuovo; E. Greening & C. Guest; speak. No action taken. 3. A status report on Federal lobbying activities being undertaken on behalf of the County, rec’d & filed. 4. Ordinance No. 3375, amending the County Fee Schedule, adopted. 5. Res. 2018-305, denying the appeal of the City of Pismo Beach & affirming the decision of the Subdivision Review Board approving the application of J. King for Vesting Tentative Parcel Map CO 15-0073 (SUB2015-00064), adopted as amended. 6. A report from the Sheriff’s Office interaction & communication in 2017 with the U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement, rec’d & filed. 7. Appeal by EW Hearst Holdings, LLC of the Planning Dept Hearing Officer’s denial of a request for a Lot Line Adjustment (SUB201700054) between 2 parcels of 32.94 acres & 39.65 acres resulting in 2 parcels of 10.00 acres & 62.59 acres each located at 6220 El Pomar Dr. east of Templeton, cont’d to 1/29/19. 8. Closed Session. Anticipated Litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Significant exposure to litigation: No of potential cases: 2. Existing litigation: Application Filed by PG&E for Retirement of Diablo Canyon Power Plant A, 16-08-006; Mesa Community Alliance v. CA Dept. of Parks & Rec, et al.: 14CV-0096. Conference w/ Labor Negotiator, T. Douglas-Schatz, re: SLOGAU; SLOCEA-T&C; DCCA; Sheriffs’ Mgmt; SLOCPPOA; DSA; DAIA; SLOCPMPOA; SLOCEA – PSSC; Unrepresented Mgmt & Confidential Employees; SDSA; UDWA. Report out. 9. Presentations: Res. 2018-306 recognizing T. McNulty for his 24 years of service & Res. 2018-307, recognizing the Friends of the Adobes for their 50th anniversary, adopted. 10. Annual Road Improvement Fee Reports for the fee areas of Avila (Res. 2018-308), Los Osos (Res. 2018-309), North Coast (Res. 2018310), San Miguel (Res. 2018-311), South County (Res. 2018-312), & Templeton (Res. 2018-313), adopted as amended. 11. Outsourcing of medical & behavioral health services at the County Jail, rec’d & filed. 12. Ordinance No. 3376, amending Title 22, the Land Use Ordinance, Section 22.94.082.D relative to the Wellsona Road Commercial Service Area. 13. County Housing Initiative Package, Title 29 In Lieu Fee Ordinance, funding alternatives for affordable housing, CA Environmental Quality Act Guideline Update & the Regional Infrastructure & Housing Plan, rec’d & filed w/ direction given to staff. Meeting Adjourned. Tommy Gong, County Clerk-Recorder and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of Supervisors By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk December 13, 2018
Temporary offices Transmission facilities Truck stops Vehicle and freight terminals
MEADOW PARK PATHWAYS MAINTENANCE SPEC. NO. 91634 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the City of San Luis Obispo will receive bids for the “MEADOW PARK PATHWAYS MAINTENANCE, Spec. No. 91634” at the Public Works Office, 919 Palm St., San Luis Obispo, CA until, THURSDAY, JANUARY 10, 2019, at 2:00 P.M., when they will be publicly opened. Bids received after said time will not be considered. Bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked with the project title, contractor name, address, and specification number. The Contractor must possess a valid Class A or C12 Contractor’s License at the time of the bid opening. Every bid must be accompanied by a certified check/cashier’s check or bidder’s bond for 10% of the bid amount, payable to the City of San Luis Obispo. Download FREE at the City’s website: www.SloCity.org - Bid packages under Bids & Proposals. Bid packages may be obtained at the Public Works Department for a non-refundable fee of $20.00 in person, $30.00 if mailed. City Standard Specifications and Engineering Standards may be obtained for a non-refundable fee of $16.00 in person, $21.00 if mailed. Questions may be addressed to Hai Nguyen, Project Manager, at 805-781-7108 or HNguyen@SloCity.org. December 13, 2018
Vehicle Retail Sales (limited to Class A trucks only, no passenger cars or light trucks) Vehicle Service and Repair (limited to Class A trucks only, no passenger cars or light trucks) Vehicle storage Warehousing Wholesaling and distribution Uses SECTION 2. The Environmental Coordinator, after completion of the initial study, finds that there is no substantial evidence that the project may have a significant effect on the environment, and the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report is not necessary. Therefore, a Mitigated Negative Declaration (pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq. and CA Code of Regulations Section 15000 et seq.) has been issued on August 20, 2018 for this project. Mitigation measures are proposed to address Air Quality, Biological Resources, Public Services/Utilities and Transportation/ Circulation; and are included as conditions of approval. SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, clause, phrase or portion of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portion of this ordinance. The Board of Supervisors hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance and each section, subsection, clause, phrase or portion thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases or portions be declared invalid or unconstitutional. SECTION 4: This ordinance shall take effect and be in full force on and after 30 days from the date of its passage hereof. Before the expiration of 15 days after the adoption of this ordinance, it shall be published once in a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, together with the names of the members of the Board of Supervisors voting for and against the ordinance. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, on the 4th day of December, 2018, by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Supervisors Chairperson John Peschong, Debbie Arnold, and Adam Hill NOES: Supervisor Bruce S. Gibson ABSENT: Supervisor Lynn Compton ABSTAINING: None John Peschong Chairman of the Board of Supervisors County of San Luis Obispo, State of California ATTEST: Tommy Gong, County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of Supervisors County of San Luis Obispo, State of California December 13, 2018
The Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, ordains as follows: SECTION 1: The Board finds and determines: a. That it has the authority to revise fee charges for providing any product, service, or enforcement of various regulations under the general laws of the State of California, including Government Code Sections 54985 et seq. and 66010 et seq. b. The Board has adopted a policy (Resolution No. 75-396) requiring the County Administrator and the AuditorController to annually review changes in fees and charges for specific County products, services and costs of enforcement with the departments making those charges, and make recommendations to this Board as to whether said charges should remain the same, be increased or be decreased. c. On November 14, 2017, Ordinance No. 3356 was adopted establishing or reaffirming all county fees. Said ordinance, and any other ordinances subsequently adopted amending the fee schedule, shall continue in effect unless modified by this ordinance. All fees to be charged in calendar year 2019 as set out in Schedule * “A” or in Fiscal Year 201920 as set forth in Schedule * “B” of this ordinance have been subject to review by the County Administrator and the County Auditor-Controller. All fees presented on Schedule *“A” and Schedule *“B” and incorporated by reference herein. d. The Auditor-Controller has certified to this Board that the overhead rates are calculated in accordance with accounting standards set by the Federal Government’s Office of Management and Budget, in accordance with Circular A-87. e. The fees and charges shown on Schedule * “A” and Schedule * “B” hereto reflect the Board approved charges for providing any product or service, or the cost of enforcing any regulations, which are limited to those items included in the Federal Office of Management and Budget Circular A-87; provided, however, that fees for zoning and planning matters, including municipal and district organizational and re-organizational matters, as specified in Government Code Section 66016, do not exceed estimated reasonable costs of those services for which the fees are charged. f. Capital facilities fees do not exceed actual construction costs as defined in Government Code Section 54999.1. g. By definition, these charges are not a “tax” and are exempt from voter approval pursuant to California Constitution Code Article XIIIC, section 1, paragraph (e)(1) [charge for specific benefit conferred]/(2)[charge for specific service provided]/(3)[charge for issuing license or performing inspection]/(4)[charge for use of government property]/(5)[fine or penalty imposed for violation of law] (Prop.26). h. Public Notice has been given in accordance with Government Code Sections 66016 and 66018. SECTION 2: The fee schedules are amended as follows: a. That the fee changes attached and incorporated by reference herein shown on Schedule * “A” as “proposed fees” are hereby approved, and shall be effective January 3, 2019. b. That the fee changes attached and incorporated by reference herein shown on Schedule* “B” as “proposed fees” are hereby approved, and shall be effective July 1, 2019. SECTION 3: All departmental managers and divisional managers whose services are listed in said Schedule * “A” and Schedule * “B” are hereby directed to amend their fees for services to the rate shown in Schedule * “A” and Schedule *“B” as “proposed fees”, including all additions or deletions. SECTION 4: This ordinance shall take effect and be in full force and effect as set forth in Section 2 above; and before the expiration of fifteen (15) days after passage of this ordinance, it shall be published once with the names of the members of the Board of Supervisors voting for and against the ordinance in a newspaper of general circulation published in the County of San Luis Obispo, State of California. INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors held on 6th day of November 2018 and PASSED and ADOPTED by the Board of Supervisors of the County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, on the 4th day of December 2018, by the following roll call vote, to wit: AYES: Supervisors Bruce S. Gibson, Chairperson John Peschong, Adam Hill, Debbie Arnold NOES: None ABSENT: Supervisor Lynn Compton ABSTAINING: None John Peschong Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors County of San Luis Obispo, State of California ATTEST: TOMMY GONG County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, County of San Luis Obispo, State of California By: Annette Ramirez, Deputy Clerk * Schedule “A” and Schedule “B” are not attached hereto and are available in the Clerk-Recorder’s Office and online under the 12/04/18 meeting date, Agenda Item No. 25 at http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/bos/BOSagenda.htm. December 13, 2018
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LegaL Notices NOTICE OF SALE OF ABANDONED PERSONAL PROPERTY
Notice is given that undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to sections 21701-21716 of the Business and Professions Code, Section 2328 of the Commercial Code, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. Main Mini Storage located at 1380 Santa Ynez Ave., 2000 Mt. View Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402, will sell by competitive bidding ending on or after December 14th, 2018 on or after 10:00 A.M., property in storage units. Auction is to be held online at www.storagetreasures.com. Property to be sold includes, but is not limited to: Bookshelves, dressers, washers & dryers, desks, beds, tables and chairs, bed frames, mattresses, kitchen utensils, kitchenware, pots and pans, appliances, furnishings, clothing, household items, luggage, cabinets, sporting equipment, fishing gear, camping gear, tools, computers, monitors, printers, toys, office furniture, personal items, possible collectibles/antiques and boxed items contents unknown. belonging to the following: LOS OSOS Jared Adams, 5x7 Rhiannon (Sunny) Wells, 10x10 Purchases must be paid for at time of sale in CASH ONLY. All purchased items sold as is, where is. Items must be removed at the time of sale. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Advertiser reserves the right to bid. Dated this day 3rd day of December 2018. Auction by StorageTreasures.com Phone (855)722-8853 Main Mini Storage (805) 5287864 Ad to run December 6th and December 13th, 2018.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. NO.: 2014-06228CA A.P.N.:025-523-061 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 139 VIA FUChSIA, PASO ROBLES, CA 93446
PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/01/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: CHARLES SMIT AND SASKIA SMIT, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 06/10/2005 as Instrument No. 2005047542 in book —-, page— - and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, Date of Sale: 12/27/2018 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale:IN THE BREEZEWAY ADJACENT TO THE COUNTY GENERAL SERVICES BLDG. LOCATED AT 1087 SANTA ROSA STREET, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93408 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 817,640.14 THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL
LegaL Notices CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 139 Via Fuchsia, Paso Robles, CA 93446 A.P.N.: 025-523-061 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 817,640.14. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-9608299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2014-06228-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone informa-
LegaL Notices tion or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: November 13, 2018Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource. com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx ____________________________ _______________ Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. November 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 052-183-047 OThER: 5824423 FILE: TS-180808
UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 5/31/2018 UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NOTICE is hereby given that C.N.A. FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, as trustee, or successor trustee, or substituted trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by Ryan Perron, a single man and Karen Majors, an unmarried woman as Joint Tenants Recorded on 6/07/2018 as Instrument No. 2018023431, of Official records in the office of the County Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 8/28/2018 as Instrument No. 2018035590 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 12/27/2018 In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 at 11:00 a.m. AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purposed to be: 25 Stenner Street #H San Luis Obispo, CA The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $28,788.74 (estimated). In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or
LegaL Notices may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call telephone number for information regarding the trustee’s sale 916939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 180808 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION CALL : 916-939-0772 C/O C.N.A. FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION as said Trustee. 2020 CAMINO DEL RIO N. #230 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92108 (619) 297-6740 DATE: 11/28/2018 KIMBERLY CURRAN TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER NPP0344603 To: NEW TIMES 12/06/2018, 12/13/2018, 12/20/2018
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 092-501-010 TS NO: CA0800000418-1 TO NO: 180001044-CA-VOI
(The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED July 28, 2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On January 8, 2019 at 09:00 AM, Breezeway facing Santa Rosa Street, County of San Luis Obispo General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on August 9, 2005 as Instrument No. 2005065694, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by DAVID K. SORENSON AND MONICA J. SORENSON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for RESOURCE LENDERS, INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1521 LOS PADRES ROAD, NIPOMO, CA 93444 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust,
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LegaL Notices with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $370,173.19 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call Auction.com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address www.Auction. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08000004-18-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: November 28, 2018 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08000004-18-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300 TDD: 866660-4288 Myron Ravelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.Auction.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.com at 800.280.2832 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. NPP0344791 To: NEW TIMES 12/06/2018, 12/13/2018, 12/20/2018
LegaL Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 091-421-020 TS NO: CA0500048518-1 TO NO: 18-205066
(The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED June 17, 2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On January 14, 2019 at 11:00 AM, in the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building located at 1087 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on July 2, 2003 as Instrument No. 2003072111, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by FRED VAN SCYOC AND BELINDA VAN SCYOC, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor(s), in favor of DOWNEY SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, F.A. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 915 NINE OAKS LN, NIPOMO, CA 93444 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $168,782.57 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the
LegaL Notices property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call In Source Logic at 702659-7766 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA05000485-18-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: December 3, 2018 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA05000485-18-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-6604288 Myron Ravelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.insourcelogic.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic AT 702-659-7766 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose.ISL Number 53600, Pub Dates: 12/13/2018, 12/20/2018, 12/27/2018, NEW TIMES
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. TS 41977 LN VARELAS TO 180038119.
YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/12/2017. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. NOTICE: ALL AMERICAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE, AS TRUSTEE, WILL NOT ACCEPT THIRD PARTY ENDORSED CASHIER’S CHECKS. ALL CASHIER’S CHECKS MUST BE PAYABLE DIRECTLY TO ALL AMERICAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: REYES MENDOZA GONZALEZ, Duly Appointed Trustee: All American Foreclosure Service. Recorded 4/21/2017 as Instrument No. 2017017455 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California. Date of Sale: 1/3/2019 at 11:00 AM. Place of Sale: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Bldg. located at 1087 Santa Rosa St.,
LegaL Notices San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $47,175.68. Street Address or other common designation of real property: Vacant Land- L-235, U-31a, Gaviota Trail, California Valley, Ca. A.P.N.: 082-161-060. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 235 OF UNIT 31A, CALIFORNIA VALLEY, IN THE COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ACCORDING TO MAP RECORDED MARCH 13, 1961 IN BOOK 11 PAGE 47 OF RECORDS OF SURVEY, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM AN UNDIVIDED 1% OF ALL OIL, GAS AND/OR OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES WHICH MAY BE PRODUCED AND SAVED FROM SAID LANDS, AS RESERVED BY GOLDTREE INVESTMENT CO. IN DEED RECORDED NOVEMBER 23, 1936 IN BOOK 204 PAGE 416 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALSO EXCEPTING THEREFROM AN UNDIVIDED 49% OF ALL OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES LYING IN, UNDER OR UPON SAID LAND, LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF 500.00 FEET FROM THE SURFACE BUT WITHOUT THE RIGHT OF SURFACE ENTRY, AS RESERVED BY SECURITY TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, A CORPORATION, IN DEED RECORDED APRIL 4, 1969 IN BOOK 1513 PAGE 69 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of the monies paid to the trustee and the successful bidder shall have no recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (805) 543-7088 or visit this Internet Web site , using the file number assigned to this case 41977. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: 12/4/2018. All American Foreclosure Service, 1363 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 5437088. Sheryle A. Machado, Certified Trustee Sale Officer December 13, 20, & 27, 2018
LegaL Notices NOTICE SUMMONS NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): BARBARA LYNNE DAVISON AkA BARBARA L. DAVISON, AN INDIVIDUAL; AND DOES 1 ThROUgh 20, INCLUSIVE YOU ARE BEINg SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): COASThILLS CREDIT UNION, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION CASE NUMBER: 17LC0275
Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond in 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dias, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la informacion a continuacion. Tiene 30 DIAS CALENDARIOS despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una repuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted puede usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formuleriors de la corte y mas informacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp/espanol), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su repuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte la podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requistas legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar ias cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo ao una consesion de artitraje en un caso dce derecho civll.
LegaL Notices Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. CASE NUMBER: 17LC-0275 The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO 1035 Palm Street, Room 385 San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Karel Rocha 212413 Prenovost, Normandin, Bergh & Dawe 2122 N. Broadway, Suite 200 Santa Ana, CA 92706 714-547-2444 Date: 09-24-2018 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk /s/, Carol L. Mcguirk, Deputy Clerk, December 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018
ORDER TO ShOW CAUSE FOR ChANgE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 18CV-0739
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Caren Bridget Ray filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Caren Bridget Ray to PROPOSED NAME: Caren Ray Russom 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: 01/24/2019, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: December 4, 2018 /s/: Barry T. Labarbera, Judge of the Superior Court December 13, 20, 27, 2018 & January 3, 2019
ORDER TO ShOW CAUSE FOR ChANgE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 18CVP-0374
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Hang Thuy Strobridge AKA Hang Thuy Mai AKA Hang T Mai filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Hang Thuy Strobridge AKA Hang Thuy Mai AKA Hang T Mai to PROPOSED NAME: Hannah Mai Strobridge THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 12/26/2018, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. P2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: November 19, 2018 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court November 29, December 6, 13, & 20, 2018
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ORDER TO ShOW CAUSE FOR ChANgE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 18CVP-0389
Luis Obispo on 10-24-2018. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By D. Chavez, Deputy Clerk. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
To all interested persons: Petitioner: Makenzie Marie Kloepper & Pamela Marie Kloepper filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Makenzie Marie Kloepper to PROPOSED NAME: Makenzie Victoria Quinn Kloepper, PRESENT NAME: Pamela Marie Kloepper to PROPOSED NAME: Pamela Victoria Quinn Kloepper 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: 01/30/2019, Time: 9:30 am, Dept. P2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: December 4, 2018 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court December 13, 20, 27, 2018 & January 3, 2019
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
NEW FILE NO. 2018-2579 OLD FILE NO. 2014-0929 Global Gifts, Inc., 3395 S. Higuera St., SP 37, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 04-21-2014. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Global Gifts, Inc. (3395 S. Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business was conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Global Gifts, Inc., Suzan VaughnCEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-24-2018. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By D. Chavez, Deputy Clerk. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME
NEW FILE NO. 2018-2580 OLD FILE NO. 2014-1578 Global Gifts Inc., DBA www.goddessgift.net, 3395 S. Higuera St., SP 37, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 07-16-2014. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Global Gifts, Inc. (3395 S. Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business was conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Global Gifts, Inc., Suzan Vaughn-CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 10-242018. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By D. Chavez, Deputy Clerk. November 22, 29, December 6, & 13, 2018
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: EDgAR L. SMITh CASE NUMBER: 18PR0301
To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Edgar Smith, Edgar Luce Smith, E.L. Smith. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: Douglas Buchanan in the Superior Court of California, County of: San Luis Obispo. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: Douglas Buchanan 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: Date: January 11, 2019 Time: 9:00 A.M. in Dept.: 8 Address of Court: Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 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 a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Douglas Buchanan 1502 Higuera St San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Phone: 805-543-1212 December 13, 20, 27, 2018--
Rob Brezsny’s Free Will Astrology Homework: Do a homemade ritual in which you vow to attract more blessings into your life. Report results at freewillastrology.com. ARIES
LIBRA
(March 21-April 19): In 1930, some British mystery writers formed a club to provide each other with artistic support and conviviality. They swore an oath to write their stories so that solving crimes happened solely through the wits of their fictional detectives, and not through “Divine Revelation, Feminine Intuition, Mumbo Jumbo, Jiggery-Pokery, or Act of God.” I understand that principle but don’t endorse it for your use in the coming weeks. On the contrary. I hope you’ll be on the alert and receptive to Divine Revelations, Feminine Intuition, Mumbo Jumbo, Jiggery-Pokery, and Acts of God.
(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Among the pieces of jewelry worn by superstar Elvis Presley were a Christian cross and a Star of David. “I don’t want to miss out on heaven due to a technicality,” he testified. In that spirit, and in accordance with astrological omens, I urge you, too, to cover all your bases in the coming weeks. Honor your important influences. Be extra nice to everyone who might have something to offer you in the future. Show your appreciation for those who have helped make you who you are. And be as open-minded and welcoming and multicultural as you can genuinely be. Your motto is: “embrace the rainbow.”
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When you’re prescribed antibiotic pills to fight off infection, you should finish the entire round. If you stop taking the meds partway through because you’re feeling better, you might enable a stronger version of the original infector to get a foothold in your system. This lesson provides an apt metaphor for a process you’re now undergoing. As you seek to purge a certain unhelpful presence in your life, you must follow through to the end. Don’t get lax halfway through. Keep on cleansing yourself and shedding the unwanted influence beyond the time you’re sure you’re free of it.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Danish scientist and poet Piet Hein wrote this melancholy meditation: “Losing one glove is painful, but nothing compared to the pain of losing one, throwing away the other, and finding the first one again.” Let his words serve as a helpful warning to you, Gemini. If you lose one of your gloves, don’t immediately get rid of the second. Rather, be patient and await the eventual reappearance of the first. The same principle applies to other things that might temporarily go missing.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Cancerian author Elizabeth Gilbert is a soulful observer whose prose entertains and illuminates me. She’s well aware of her own limitations, however. For example, she writes, “Every few years, I think, ‘Maybe now I’m finally smart enough or sophisticated enough to understand Ulysses. So I pick it up and try it again. And by page 10, as always, I’m like, ‘What the hell?’” Gilbert is referring to the renowned 20th-century novel, James Joyce’s masterwork. She just can’t appreciate it. I propose that you make her your inspirational role model in the coming weeks. Now is a favorable time to acknowledge and accept that there are certain good influences and interesting things that you will simply never be able to benefit from. And that’s OK!
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): More than three centuries ago, Dutch immigrants in New York ate a dessert known as the olykoek, or oily cake: sugar-sweetened dough deep-fried in pig fat. It was the forerunner of the modern doughnut. One problem with the otherwise delectable snack was that the center wasn’t always fully cooked. In 1847, a man named Hanson Gregory finally found a solution. Using a pepper shaker, he punched a hole in the middle of the dough, thus launching the shape that has endured until today. I bring this to your attention because I suspect you’re at a comparable turning point. If all goes according to cosmic plan, you will discover a key innovation that makes a pretty good thing even better.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I can’t believe I’m going to quote pop star Selena Gomez. But according to my analysis of the current astrological omens, her simple, homespun advice could be especially helpful to you in the coming weeks. “Never look back,” she says. “If Cinderella had looked back and picked up the shoe, she would have never found her prince.” Just to be clear, Virgo, I’m not saying you’ll experience an adventure that has a plot akin to the Cinderella fairy tale. But I do expect you will benefit from a “loss” as long as you’re focused on what’s ahead of you rather than what’s behind you.
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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Are you a gambling addict seeking power over your addiction? If you live in Michigan or Illinois, you can formally blacklist yourself from all casinos. Anytime your resolve wanes and you wander into a casino, you can be arrested and fined for trespassing. I invite you to consider a comparable approach as you work to free yourself from a bad habit or debilitating obsession. Enlist some help in enforcing your desire to refrain. Create an obstruction that will interfere with your ability to act on negative impulses.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “What is the point of being alive if you don’t at least try to do something remarkable?” Author John Green asked that question. I confess that I’m not entirely comfortable with it. It’s a bit pushy. I find I’m more likely to do remarkable things if I’m not trying too hard to do remarkable things. Nevertheless, I offer it as one of your key themes for 2019. I suspect you will be so naturally inclined to do remarkable things that you won’t feel pressure to do so. Here’s my only advice: Up the ante on your desire to be fully yourself; dream up new ways to give your most important gifts; explore all the possibilities of how you can express your soul’s code with vigor and rigor.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the fairy tale “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” the heroine rejects both the options that are too puny and too excessive. She wisely decides that just enough is exactly right. I think she’s a good role model for you. After your time of feeling somewhat deprived, it would be understandable if you were tempted to crave too much and ask for too much and grab too much. It would be understandable, yes, but mistaken. For now, just enough is exactly right.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In 1140, two dynasties were at war in Weinsberg, in what’s now southern Germany. Conrad III, leader of the Hohenstaufen dynasty, laid siege to the castle at Weinsberg, headquarters of the rival Welfs dynasty. Things went badly for the Welfs, and just before Conrad launched a final attack, they surrendered. With a last-minute touch of mercy, Conrad agreed to allow the women of the castle to flee in safety along with whatever possessions they could carry. The women had an ingenious response. They lifted their husbands onto their backs and hauled them away to freedom. Conrad tolerated the trick, saying he would stand by his promise. I foresee a metaphorically comparable opportunity arising for you, Aquarius. It won’t be a life-or-death situation like that of the Welfs, but it will resemble it in that your original thinking can lead you and yours to greater freedom.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The National Center for Biotechnology Information reported on a 15-year-old boy who had the notion that he could make himself into a superhero. First he arranged to get bitten by many spiders in the hope of acquiring the powers of Spider-Man. That didn’t work. Next, he injected mercury into his skin, theorizing it might give him talents comparable to the Marvel Comics mutant character named Mercury. As you strategize to build your power and clout in 2019, Pisces, I trust you won’t resort to questionable methods like those. You won’t need to! Your intuition should steadily guide you, providing precise information on how to proceed. And it all starts now. ∆
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