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September 13 - September 20, 2018 VOLUME 33, NUMBER 8

Editor’s note

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This week is our annual student guide, in which we focus on all things higher education. No SLOcals, don’t get mad at us!

Students are people, too! Get informed about the new buildings on the Cal Poly campus and ADVENTURE what they’re named after [17]; some of the TIME Cal Poly students Jessica issues with SLO County’s public transportation Gillespie (left) [18]; what’s up with that new college in and Archie Mitchel hike in Atascadero [20]; how you, too, can join the Montaña de Oro as part of an ASI live-action role playing world [23]; why Poly Escapes trip students should vote [24]; where to get a to the State Park. vocational education [26]; who Cuesta’s new superintendent is [26]; what Cal Poly did to its fraternities [28]; and how to go on an outdoor adventure [31].

You can also read about a proposed merger between Dignity Health hospitals and Catholic Health Initiatives [4] ; where to see Jack Kerouac’s On the Road scroll [47] ; how artistic prints from long ago are still relevant today [48] ; and the cultural revolution that’s coming to Atascadero’s Traffic Way on Sept. 15 [55].

This week Student Guide 2018 Cal Poly has a new dorm community ..............17 Public transit doesn’t always work .................... 18 Private college opens in Atascadero ............... 20 Bring some live action into your life.................. 23 Voting: It’s not just for baby boomers...............24 Career training is coming back to education...26 Meet Cuesta’s new superintendent .................26 Fraternities are back at Poly ..............................28 Choose your outdoor adventure....................... 31

news Are religious directives possible at Dignity?.......4

opinion SLO’s ACLU chapter is weak .................... 10

arts LITERATURE: Jack Kerouac scroll comes to SLO ............................................................47 GALLERY: Prints as social commentary at SLOMA ........................................................... 48

flavor CULTURE: The magic of food ..............55

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If approved, the merger between Dignity Health and Colorado-based Catholic Health Initiatives would create one of the country’s largest nonprofit hospital systems and effect two local Dignity-owned hospitals: French Hospital Medical Center in SLO and the Arroyo Grande Community Hospital.

While Dignity Health characterized the merger as an opportunity to create healthier communities, some worry that it could jeopardize heath care services for women, the poor, and the LGBTQ community, and are calling on the California attorney general to impose conditions on the merger to preserve those services or scrap the merger entirely.

“I don’t think the merger should happen at all,” said Michelle Call, executive director of the Gay and Lesbian Alliance of the Central Coast (GALA).

Much of the alarm the stems from concerns over the new system implementing ethical and religious directives set out by the Catholic Church on non-Catholic hospitals. Those directives govern how Catholic hospitals interact with patients, and place restrictions or outright bans on a number of medical services, including reproductive health services for women such as birth control, sterilization, miscarriage management, and abortion. LGBTQ advocates also say that the directives could allow hospitals to deny some services to transgender individuals in the process of transitioning and hinder efforts to create gender affirming health care environments for the queer community.

“They are concerned that they won’t be treated with respect and they won’t receive the same standard of care,” Call said. “They need to know

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Currently, only some hospitals in Dignity’s network adhere to the religious directives, but French and Arroyo Grande hospitals are two that do not. Instead, they are guided by a less-restrictive “statement of common values.”

According to a “ministerial agreement” between Dignity Health and Catholic Health Initiatives, neither hospital would be placed under the directives as a result of the proposed merger and would continue to operate under the statement of common values.

“Our community partners such as the SLO Women’s March and SLO County Gay and Lesbian Alliance have no reason to be concerned at all,” a spokesperson for Dignity Health wrote in an email response to questions from New Times. “In particular MERGER Dignity Health, which operates two hospitals in SLO to women’s health services, County, and Catholic Health Initiatives are looking to combine forces … these services will not be as part of a proposed merger. That merger has raised concerns changed or reduced at any from state local women’s health and LGBTQ advocates.

Dignity Health facilities as a concerns. In California, the attorney general is result of this alignment.” responsible for reviewing and approving nonprofit Those skeptical of the merger also raised hospital mergers and can deny them outright or concerns that it could imperil funding require specific conditions for approval. and services for the poor, uninsured, and “Agreements between executives are good, but underinsured individuals, also known as it won’t provide security the way that putting charity care. According to a recent independent those conditions in writing by the attorney report on the merger provided to the California general can,” said Anthony Wright, executive Attorney General’s Office, the ministerial agreement between Catholic Health and Dignity director of Health Access California. “We don’t think the merger should go forward unless those committed to provide charity care at Dignityconditions are met.” owned hospitals at an amount equal or greater to the three-year average at each hospital for Locally, residents will be able to voice their the next six fiscal years. own opinions about the proposed merger to the Despite the assurances provided by the Attorney General’s Office at a public meeting agreement, critics of the merger are still wary slated for Sept. 21. The meeting will take place of the possible negative impacts, and are asking at 10 a.m. at the Ludwick Community Center at state Attorney General Xavier Becerra to 864 Santa Rosa St. in SLO. ∆ impose conditions on the merger to address their —Chris McGuinness

Injured student athlete files a complaint against Lucia Mar

A mother of a Nipomo High School student claims that her son was injured due to a lack of safety protocol during a track and field competition.

The complaint, filed on Aug. 31 against the Lucia Mar School District, alleges that Jennifer Philson’s son James Philson suffered a head injury when school employees did not recognize that pole-vaulting equipment did not meet safety standards.

According to the complaint, James was a student at Nipomo High School and a member

of the school’s track and field team who participated in a track and field pole-vaulting competition at Santa Maria High School on March 14, 2018.

The complaint states that on James’ first attempt at ascending 9 feet, he landed on the right edge of the landing pad in the polevaulting pit. James then bounced off the pad because of the momentum of the vault, according to the complaint, and struck his head on a 3-foot slab of cement protruding from the side of the vault pit.

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The complaint alleges that James severely injured his head because the cement bordering the pit lacked protective padding.

According to an incident report completed by Nathan Shields, the track and field event judge, neither Shields nor the meet-judge who checked in with him prior to the competition noticed the cement.

“As the vault event judge, with a decade of experience, I should have known better than to allow the competition to continue with cement bordering around the side of the pit,” the incident report stated. “Now, while I should have been more aware of the environment before the incident happened, Santa Maria High School has a facility that requires that an eventjudge must keep that facility from being hazardous.”

As of Sept. 13, Lucia Mar has not filed a response to the compliant in court.

—Karen Garcia

Students witnessed teacher taking illicit videos of students, parent alleges

The Atascadero Unified School District teacher accused of taking inappropriate videos of female students was caught in the act by some of the students in his class, according to one parent familiar with the case.

The Atascadero Police Department arrested Chris Lynn Berdoll, a 48-yearold teacher at the Atascadero Fine Arts Academy, on Sept. 10 in connection with multiple felony charges, including production and possession of child pornography and sexual exploitation of a child. According to police officials, the department’s investigation began after receiving a report on Aug. 30 that a teacher had “video recorded the undergarments” of female students.

A parent who spoke with New Times said that her daughter was a student in Berdoll’s class who witnessed the alleged videotaping.

“The front row of the class was all girls,” said the parent, who asked that her name not be used to protect her child’s identity. “Instead of sitting at his desk, he was sitting on a chair close to the students and [my daughter] said it looked like he was filming the girls under the desks.”

The parent said that other students also witnessed the incident and alerted the students whom they saw Berdoll was filming. Those students alerted their parents, who told school officials.

“She was very upset that this happened right in front of her,” the parent said. “She doesn’t want to go to school.”

Berdoll has worked for the school district since at least 2012, according to Transparent California, an online database of California government employees. According to a statement from the district, he was placed on administrative leave.

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confirmed, AUSD will pursue termination of the employee,” the district’s statement said.

As of Sept. 12, the SLO County District Attorney’s Office had not filed criminal charges against Berdoll, but its request to increase Berdoll’s bail was granted. Still, Berdoll posted $500,000 bail and was released from custody, according to court records.

While the allegations against Berdoll troubled parents, some also expressed appreciation for the way the district handled the situation. That incudes Roni DeCoster, president of the Atascadero Fine Arts Academy PTSA. “From the moment this came to light, the entire matter was handled expeditiously and appropriately,” DeCoster wrote on the PTSA’s Facebook page. “All necessary steps were taken to ensure our students are no longer exposed to potential harm, and counselors are now on site to help students begin the healing process.”

Berdoll’s attorney did not respond to a request for comment from New Times.

—Chris McGuinness

Coast Unified teachers want a leadership change Community members and teachers packed the Sept. 6 Coast Unified School District board meeting room to lodge their renewed complaints about the district’s superintendent.

The closed session agenda at the special meeting included the evaluation of Superintendent Victoria Schumacher’s performance and her employment with the district. Earlier this summer, the Cambria Teacher’s Association wrote a letter to the district that detailed the association’s vote of no confidence in the superintendent.

Samuel Shalhoub, the district’s board president, told New Times that faculty and community members raised a variety of concerns about Schumacher during the public comment portion of the meeting.

“Many comments appropriately centered around the leadership and performance of Dr. Schumacher; our teachers stood in solidarity with one another as they reiterated their concerns as outlined by their letter and vote of no confidence in Dr. Schumacher’s ability to lead the district,” Shalhoub said.

Cambria Teachers Association President Joe Sassaman, who also teaches at Cambria Grammar School, read the letter of no confidence at the June 14 board meeting. Concerns outlined in the letter included: the superintendent and district’s judgment over cutting teachers, and the superintendent’s lack of leadership, vision, decisions, and communication.

Sassaman said the letter was a group effort. All of Cambria’s teachers were given a chance to give input, and he said that 97 percent of the teachers agreed with the letter while only a single teacher disagreed.

“The teachers felt that we needed to take this unprecedented move of writing a letter of no confidence to show the board how serious our concerns were with this superintendent,” Sassaman told New Times in an email.

He said at the end of the 2018 academic

school year, a beloved English teacher quit because of the state of the district’s leadership.

“We are hoping the school board listens to the people that work with the superintendent and start looking for a new leader that can help our district get back on track and support programs to help give kids the best education we can give them,” he said.

Emily Mills, a teacher at Santa Lucia Middle School, said she and other teachers have had private meetings with Schumacher and the board president to express their concerns.

“The district has lost many great staff [including teachers], as well as students and families over their distrust and dissatisfaction with Dr. Schumacher’s leadership,” Mills said.

Board President Shalhoub said that he would provide an oral statement to the public of the results of the superintendent’s evaluation period at the Oct. 4 board meeting.

—Karen Garcia

Socialist organization wants to address housing, homeless issues in SLO

Mitchell Park is usually a place where SLO residents gather to relax and play.

But on the first Wednesday of every month, it’s also a hub for the city’s nascent socialist movement.

The park is where members of the SLO Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) hold their monthly general meetings. The SLO DSA has been in existence for less than a year, but its members are already planning to take on two of the city’s most pressing issues, affordable housing and homelessness.

“There really has not been a strong voice for working-class people or people who are vulnerable and marginalized in SLO,” said Grant Helete, a member of the SLO DSA. “We really want to provide that voice for them.”

The 25-year-old said the group, which currently has about 15 regular members, wants to tackle SLO’s problems from a left-wing perspective. In the case of housing, the group will push for rent control in the city and support for Proposition 10, a state ballot initiative that would allow local governments to adopt rent control ordinances. Helete said the SLO DSA would also campaign for renters’ rights, public housing, and a citywide tenants’ union.

The group plans to call for the city to decriminalize poverty and homelessness in SLO. That includes working to abolish what they believe are discriminatory antihomeless ordinances, such as SLO’s ban on car camping. Members also support issues embraced by the DSA’s national organization including a Medicare for all health care system, free college education, and dismantling the U.S. Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE).

“We think we can advocate for these types of positions that others won’t,” Helete said.

Following the primary campaign, democratic socialist presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, and the election of Donald Trump in 2016, the DSA’s national membership sharply increased. Currently, the organization has 50,000 members and more than 170 chapters in cities and states across the country. The SLO DSA is currently in the process of applying to be recognized as an official chapter by the DSA’s national organization. An official with the national DSA said that the group’s application was under review.

The growth of the DSA and the success of democratic socialist candidates like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who unseated a 10-term incumbent Democratic Congressman in the New York primary elections, has been encouraging for individuals like Helete.

“It’s really exciting,” he said. “People are starting to realize that socialism isn’t a dirty word.” ∆ —Chris McGuinness

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Give back to the wild T he Central Coast is has plenty of land preserved where locals and visitors alike can enjoy a camping trip, a day at the beach, or an afternoon hike. There is a plethora of ways to contribute to the preservation of these lands, even if it’s just by leaving the area as you found it. Now, there’s one more.

This year, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife is creating a local volunteer program for people who want to give back to nature on the Central Coast. It stems from a program started in Southern California in 2002.

Matt Gil, a lieutenant officer for the Fish and Wildlife, started it as a senior volunteer program to assist the department protect wildlife resources.

He said the department saw that other law enforcement agencies had community service patrols or volunteer programs that aided their departments. And Fish and Wildlife wanted a program that could aid their officials too.

Since its establishment, the program has grown and changed its name to the Natural Resource Volunteer Program.

The program takes volunteers 18 years old and older who want to help preserve

nature and also learn about the wildlife that the department protects.

“We have a lot of young adults that are looking to get their foot in the door with the department, and they use this as a way to get in and volunteer their time,” he said. “We still have a lot of retired and senior people that want to give back to their environment and wildlife also.”

Gil said he wanted to make it clear that this volunteer opportunity doesn’t lead to a job in the department but it does lead to connections as volunteers work closely with staff.

An assignment that the volunteers could potentially be doing is looking for undercover illegal activity. Gil said an example would be people who illegally take clams from Pismo Beach, which is currently a huge issue. Clamming regulations include: taking only up to 10 clams per day per person, clams must be 4.5 inches in diameter, a person must have a sport fishing license, clams can only be taken between a half-hour before sunrise and a half-hour after sunset.

“Something that we are trying to get these volunteers to do if we have them in San Luis Obispo County is hand out flyers

to people that aren’t aware of the rules, people that don’t know these clams are babies and they need to grow larger before they can be taken,” he said.

Gil said that SLO County has a lot of projects that require wildlife monitoring. He said biologists don’t always have time to do a lot of wildlife monitoring so that is also an assignment volunteers will get to do.

Aside from working out KEEPING IT WILD Locals on the Central Coast have the in the field, volunteers opportunity to work one-on-one with Department of Fish can also work a booth and Wildlife officials in a program new to the area. during SLO’s Thursday night farmers’ market. to the public. The facility houses a Applicants should send their resumes preservation of the history and shared to Gil and will go through a background check. The next step is an interview process memories of maritime and military heritage along the Central Coast. The with current volunteers from all over the state. If chosen, volunteers will attend a 40- museum’s grand opening ceremonies and official Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce hour academy that includes CPR training, ribbon cutting are slated for Sept. 29 from driver’s training for state vehicles, and a 10 a.m. to noon. The museum is located at course on wildlife.

For more information about the program 1210 Embarcadero Road, in the heart of or where to send a resume contact Gil at the Morro Bay waterfront. From Sept. 29 matthew.gil@wildlife.ca.gov. to Dec. 31, the public is invited to visit the museum for free every Saturday. ∆

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Commentary

BY ROBERT C. CUDDY

Not for civil liberties SLO’s chapter of the ACLU isn’t up to par

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wo years ago, I went to a picnic in SLO thrown by the then-new local chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union. I attended with my wife and a young journalist friend who was interested in civil liberties. I asked him to come.

I introduced my wife and friend to Stew Jenkins, the lawyer who is the godfather of the local ACLU. He shook Gayle’s hand, then rebuffed my compatriot, saying, “I won’t shake your hand because you’re a snot.”

I was stunned. Here was the local head honcho of an important American institution petulantly placing personal feelings above the interests of the organization he represents.

True, he and my young colleague had a history, a nasty one, but even so. Sometimes you just have to act like a grownup, especially if you want to encourage people to get on board with your organization.

But getting people on board with the ACLU is not atop Jenkins’ list of concerns, as I found out during a dispiriting plod through the local group’s so-called activities. Jenkins’ picnic snub was a small straw, but it broke my back; after that picnic I stopped my frustrating months-long effort to inject energy into the local chapter. Events since have borne out the wisdom of my decision.

More on that later. First, there are more egregious behaviors coming from those who run the local chapter. To wit: local voter suppression, in direct contradiction of the national ACLU’s effort and hostility from Jenkins and his minions toward freedom of expression.

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That behavior reached a nadir after the June election, when Jenkins tried to stop votes from being tallied in a county supervisor election, in a ghastly local replay of Bush v. Gore.

That’s right—the head of the local ACLU was engaged in de facto voter suppression at a time when the national ACLU is pushing hard to help disenfranchised voters cast a ballot.

So, consider this column an apology, a correction, if you will, of a column I wrote for New Times two years back when I fairly gushed about the appearance of an ACLU chapter in SLO County (“Liberty and justice,” July 27, 2016). They say journalists never admit mistakes, but I’m here to tell you I was way off with that enthusiasm.

Let’s talk first about stopping political opponents from voting.

Here is what the ACLU nationally says about voter suppression: “Since 2008, states across the country have passed measures to make it harder for Americans … to exercise their fundamental right to cast a ballot.”

“The ACLU is engaged in advocacy and litigation across the country to get rid of this harmful voter suppression.”

Here is what the ACLU’s local honcho did in June: As vote counting neared its end, he went to court to stop ballots from being tallied. Apparently, he thought his client, Lynn Compton’s, thin lead would disappear. His arguments were arcane and spurned by the court. But the salient point here is that Jenkins tried to use the

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law to keep citizens from voting.

The right to vote is not the only basic liberty Jenkins has gone after. He has sent threatening letters demanding retractions of online comments he considers injurious to his clients. I have seen two of these and they are all the more appalling because the client in question calls itself a news outlet: the disgraceful and disgraced CalCoastNews, which, someone asserted, online, was “not a news site.”

The irony is probably lost on Jenkins, but credible media, dedicated as they are to freedom of expression, do not try to shut people up. If someone rips them, they take it. (I speak from experience; I expect venom in response to this; I won’t sue: It comes with the territory). As journalist David Graham wrote in The Atlantic, “suing over opinions is deeply censorious and corrosive of free speech.”

So that’s what your local ACLU godfather has been doing, along with promoting the CalCoastNews candidate for SLO City Council, T. Keith Gurnee.

Here is what he hasn’t been doing, as near as I can tell: trying to make the local chapter stronger by reaching out to the hundreds of ACLU members in this county.

My own disheartening slog through the local chapter’s morass illustrates that. To telescope a dreary story, I heard about the ACLU, tried to join, was told by everyone to contact Jenkins, tried to, left a message, waited months for a response, and, finally, got invited to a meeting.

The get-together was disquieting.

There were Karen Velie of CalCoastNews, her lawyer Jenkins, Grover Beach City

Councilwoman Debbie Peterson, and a few others. I don’t know how these people got on the board, but I assume Jenkins, who most definitely runs this show, hand-picked them. They share not so much a concern for the Bill of Rights but rather an activist, right-wing local political philosophy rooted in love for CalCoastNews and hatred for various local politicians and civil servants.

Nevertheless, I tried to follow my own advice about being well-behaved if you find yourself breaking bread with people you don’t respect. After all, maybe there was common ground. We all want civil liberties restored, right?

And it went fine, manners-wise. But it quickly became clear that this tepid group wasn’t doing much.

Jenkins balked at calling a countywide meeting of ACLU card-holders, for example. He may have finally done that this spring, but I couldn’t verify it.

There was talk of helping to tweak a local city ordinance, and mumbling about looking into conditions at the county jail, but no action. (Meanwhile, The Tribune’s Matt Fountain blew open the deaths-in-county-jail story with his award-winning reporting).

I’ve heard that Jenkins lectures now and then, and of course he throws a mean picnic (unless you’re a snot).

But as for anything else, it’s pretty much meh.

Where, for example, was the local ACLU when the SLO Women’s March brought the community together in June to oppose the separation of children from their mothers at the border? It’s a cause the national ACLU is deeply involved in.

Where is it on other issues? Beats me, and anyone else who’d like to know. I’ve been told the local chapter isn’t supposed to take COMMENTARY continued page 12

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political positions, but that makes no sense if the national group has taken a stance.

To be fair, there are members of the local chapter who are on the level and have spent a lifetime fighting for civil liberties. They’re ill-served by the control of this chapter by Jenkins and his partisan posse.

There is good news for those who want to fight the good fight. Other groups are waging the battles that I had hoped the ACLU would take on.

Most notable is the Women’s March.

Check them out. ∆ Bob Cuddy is a snotty, retired, award-winning journalist who lives in Arroyo Grande. He has written for the American Civil Liberties Union.

Send comments through the editor at clanham@newtimesslo.com.

Cycletracks and ageism

SLO’s current City Council, with the exception of Andy Pease who’s a totally decent person, inherited the happiest place in America and quickly turned it toxic.

Mayor Heidi Harmon, who calls herself a community builder, is a community splitter, pitting her tribes against everyone else.

This council’s heartless disdain for the old and infirm is well illustrated by their approval of idiotic cycletracks through the Anholm district that Harmon’s city-subsidized bike tribe demanded, no matter the harms to residents. In fact, they knowingly chose the design that maximizes resident harms.

Anholm is an early 20th century subdivision lacking the off-street parking of recent subdivisions. Many residents are old, frail, or disabled, and they depend upon on-street parking, seven blocks of which will disappear.

When residents told the council this, the city said they could park within 1,000 feet of their homes and carry groceries.

For the disabled, the city said this could be “inconvenient.” Really?!

Councilman Dan Rivoire, a fox-inhenhouse-lobbyist for his old employer, BikeSLO County, had no qualms promoting tracks experts have called more dangerous to bikers than the status quo of bikes mixing with traffic, dismissing resident concerns as “rhetoric” from those “fearful of change.”

Sure, he said, elderly and disabled people will suffer, but it’s a “trade-off worth making.”

This is called ageism, and it has no place in a good city. We need a new mayor who gets that, not one who promotes tribalism and strife.

Richard Schmidt San Luis Obispo

Can we speak honestly about oil?

In response to “Like Oil and Water” and how the oil companies are misleading our community on Measure G, Katie Ferrari describes how every barrel of oil the field is accompanied by 19 barrels of highly contaminated “produced water” (Sept. 6).

What she fails to mention is that “produced water” never was drinkable water. It is ancient water, which is naturally highly contaminated with minerals and naturally occurring chemicals and cannot

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be used for any human activity. It is not drinking water that has been polluted during the oil extraction process. The drinking water aquifer is not contaminated during oil extraction.

The second major risk, according to her, “can” be earthquakes triggered by increased wastewater injection. Produced water from the drilling process is inserted back into the aquifer from which it came or is cleaned up and re-purposed, so there is no “increased wastewater injection,” which might cause earthquakes.

Fracking has never been used in this county, and there are no plans to do so as it is not necessary.

An Aug. 30 article in the New Times (“Morro Rock, Montana de Oro, Irish Hills among areas reviewed by feds for fracking and oil drilling”) mentions all the areas that might be subject to fracking, but only at the very end of the article does it mention that these are federal lands and would not be governed by Measure G. It would be nice to have an honest discussion of the problems associated with oil drilling.

Peter Byrne Paso Robles

Just let it happen

I reside in Cayucos and support the dissolution of the Cayucos Fire Department and the implementation of SLO County Cal Fire.

I am writing to ask residents, registered voters, and property and business owners to do nothing.

Do nothing and let Cal Fire assume its new role in our community.

Like many others, I have lived in Cayucos for decades and it is home.

We are an unincorporated community, dependent on tourism, and facing the ongoing challenges of a struggling infrastructure. To not do so would be an immense disservice to our residents and whatever impact the community will invariably have to bear.

Cayucos is changing. It isn’t the laidback beach town of 15 or 40 years ago.

Residents have got to consider their options and the long-term impact of their decisions. Our county has contracted with Cal Fire for 88 years. I trust this working relationship and I see the transition to Cal Fire as an excellent means to stabilize and support our community.

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Economy of servants M ore than half a century ago, California was the gold standard for achieving the American dream of home ownership, a modest but prosperous lifestyle, the best education system in the nation, virtually the best of everything.

When I first sojourned into the state at the age of 13, California was a beacon for everything that was better, a land where every dream was a real possibility. Sadly, California has precipitously dropped off the economic scale quite deliberately and with forethought.

The state is working hard to create two economies, one of servants and those to be served. No longer is California a beacon for the nation’s working and middle classes as current regulatory policies shove the working class under the bus and the middle class out the door.

Working class families are being closed out of the economic boom as their jobs are systematically eliminated by the new elites. These are comprised of wealthy urbanites and those dedicated to creating a political utopia devoid of those “unpleasant people” with their noisy trucks, cars, and outdated values.

The Central Valley has been on the receiving end of these policies for several decades as water paid for by farmers is systematically denied and the land returns to desert. Communities dry up as jobs evaporate and breadlines proliferate.

Scenes reminiscent of Steinbeck’s Grapes of Wrath are commonplace in 21st century

California, except this time it’s a result of deliberate state policy.

The state’s economy was once a manufacturing juggernaut, especially in the aerospace, shipping, and energy industries. The former has become extinct and the latter is under siege.

California holds a bonanza of oil both on and offshore, but the state’s elites are determined to destroy it regardless of the consequences for its citizens. The chimera of a “fossil-fuel free” economy is endlessly promoted and now it’s legislated to be imposed on the state’s electricity generation by the year 2045 regardless of the cost, whether economic or via personal hardship. Some spokesmen for this “vision” proclaim that by 2050, it will be illegal to own or drive an individual car in California, as well it might. This would come about via regulatory fiat, passing legislation prohibiting the DMV from registering vehicles powered by internal combustion engines by a certain date.

Fossil fuels provide more than 80 percent of the nation’s energy and 97 percent of California’s transportation energy. Replacing this fuel with alternatives in the near term is a financial impossibility for 90 percent of the state’s population who cannot afford what are toys for the affluent. Most cost more than a down-payment on a medianpriced home. Home energy is equally at risk. South Australia’s experience with 100 percent alternative energy

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me won’t you? For the right decision and opportunities to mend relations and continue to nurture our community, do nothing.

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Shame on Atascadero City Council candidate Funk

I would like to thank all of the community members and businesses that supported ECHO Homeless Shelter’s Long Walk Home event on Saturday, Aug. 25. It was a great turnout and show of support for an organization that is helping people who are less fortunate than ourselves.

I was surprised, however, that the candidate for Atascadero City Council tried to turn the walk into an hour-long commercial for her campaign. Susan Funk brought 20 people in campaign shirts, wagons with bubble machines, and an extra-large campaign banner to announce that she was in attendance.

This kind of political self-promotion was not right and can jeopardize ECHO Homeless Shelter’s nonprofit status with the IRS. I did notice that the other Atascadero City Council candidates and local elected officials who participated were respectful and made it their priority to remember they were participating to support the ECHO Homeless Shelter.

Vicky Morse Atascadero

Looks like motorists in California have been snookered again. When the state Legislature passed SB 1 (the gas tax increase), it was sold to us as money that was going to be used to repair our crumbling roads and bridges. Well it is no surprise that that money is now going to build bike paths.

At least two projects in the area are getting SB 1 money for that purpose.

It got me to thinking. If motorists are being taxed to pay for road and bridge repairs, why shouldn’t we tax bicyclists to generate money to pay for bike-riding improvements. Seems like a simple answer to the problem to me. The state could charge some small registration fee for each bike and use that money for bike-related improvements. Even though there are a lot less bike riders than motorists, bike riders are really pushing for more bike lanes. You would think that they would be willing to chip in for their own safety.

Bill Bright Atascadero

saw electric prices triple with analysts reporting some energy costs 10 times higher than when using fossil fuels.

(Wall Street Journal, “100% Certifiable California,” Sept. 10, 2018) A symptom of the decline of middleclass purchasing power is the aging of conventionally powered vehicles. The average age of a conventional vehicle is now 10 years instead of the five years normal a generation ago. Most Californians are in no financial position to participate in alternative energy fantasies. Talk of mass transit replacing the family car is unrealistic as the state built its economy and infrastructure around the convenience of the private car. Places of work are scattered in an economy where two incomes are required to survive and shortened hours mean holding more than one job in distant locations. Bus services with fixed schedules and routes don’t cut it in an economy that requires maximum flexibility for middle class workers to commute between home and jobs. Add children and school schedules, and you’ve created a Gordian knot for parents struggling to cope.

The state’s war on the energy industry is doing a massive disservice to the working class who flinch at every dime’s increase in energy cost. Elimination of the private sector industrial jobs and the tax base they provide not only displaces a worker earning a head-of-household income but

creates social disruption on a massive scale. Loss of the primary source of income for a family is a disaster. It means loss of a home, dislocation to a lower income area, loss of social contacts for children, especially those in school, and often abuse of substances. The latter occurs when selfesteem is destroyed in a population that defines itself by “what do you do?” That in turn leads to increased domestic turmoil and societal disruption with its attendant costs, the worst being loss of hope.

For the peripheral employers (contractors, vendors and small businesses) that depend upon a larger entity, loss of economic activity can be multiplied dozens of times resulting in empty store fronts and declining communities. Schools lose substantial tax revenue, which inevitably leads to teacher layoffs, larger classes but a smaller student population.

This week San Francisco is hosting a Global Climate Action Summit, a gathering of the anointed who strive to create a utopian world devoid of the fossil fuel industry. Their fervor is religious, as indeed for some the environment is their religion.

As true believers, whatever pain is inflicted upon their neighbors is justifiable to “save the Earth.” Wouldn’t it be nice if they also valued their neighbors? ∆ Al Fonzi is an Army lieutenant colonel of military intelligence who had a 35year military career, serving in both the Vietnam and Iraq wars. Send comments through the editor at clanham@ newtimesslo.com.

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New Times readers took to Facebook to share their thoughts our Sept. 6 news brief, “SLO approves bikeway that removes parking.”

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The Shredder

Ageism or sexism?

I t’s time for the next installment in the drama that has overtaken the political NIMBYsphere known as San Luis Obispo. And yes, it involves that damn bikeway in the Anholm neighborhood.

Amid cries of ageism that have spattered the New Times opinion section, local talk radio shows, and the pages of certain local media websites, there seems to be an undertone of blaming one person in particular: SLO Mayor Heidi Harmon.

“What a reckless and stupid use of power,” Shelly Van Rozeboom lamented on the New Times Facebook page. “More bike lanes. Smart Heidi!”

Rozeboom is very concerned about “those of us coming from North County or South County with kids in tow” who will now have to bike to and from the shops in town. Umm. Am I missing something? Do you come to SLO to hit up the garage sales in the Anholm neighborhood? Or is there some super secret naturopathic, ultra organic, grocery and clothing store that stocks locally grown gems and is hidden within a giant house on Broad Street that draws in people from all ends of the county?

The plan I read showed reduced parking on one side of Broad Street in a neighborhood that’s west of Highway 101, not downtown or on Los Osos Valley Road, where all the shopping is located.

“I am going to work very hard to make Ms. Harmon a one-term mayor as her idea

of progress is throwing older residents and their neighborhood to the dumpster,” Raanan Doron opined on the same thread.

“I need my car and thus, my parking space.”

Is it just me, or do people not understand anything that happened before yesterday? This over-disputed bike plan has been in the works since 2013. This thorn in Anholm’s side had money allocated to it in the city’s 2015-17 financial plan. This plan, now thoroughly stuck in “older residents’” craw, was introduced to city officials in 2016.

All of that happened before our roseadorned mayor took the helm of the city dais in 2017.

Oh! Maybe I am missing something.

She must have been an evil puppeteer, pulling the strings of city planners for at least five years before she took office, bribing them with new homes to get them to do her bidding. “MORE BIKE LANES!” she bellowed from her invisible castle on Bishop Peak. And the planners bowed at her feet.

Nope. That’s not what happened. Just because Heidi likes bikes doesn’t mean she invented the city’s bike plan. It was there before she took office.

But if we are going to blame her for being an ageist bike lane developer, putting bikes before senior citizens and parking spaces on one of the thinnest streets in town, and if we are going to blame her for being the welcome wagon

to developers building housing (noooo, not housing!) on our streets, we could just blame her for causing the drought, too.

My peach tree died two years ago because of state regulations that restricted water use and a lack of rain.

Thanks, Heidi!

Or maybe we could all look at the person who came up with the two-way cycletrack idea in the first place. That track is the whole reason that street parking is disappearing on one side of Broad Street in the first place. Sorry, kids. It wasn’t your favorite scapegoat.

It was SLO City Councilmember Dan Rivoire, who isn’t even running for re-election and formerly worked for Bike SLO County. Where is all the venom directed at this pro-bike guy? The only person in this damn city who seems to allude to Rivoire being the pain in the ass behind this never-ending Anholm bikeway discussion is Richard Schmidt, who wrote a weird angry letter for our opinion section this week!

But it is much easier to blame the woman. She’s bold and out there. She stands up to criticism and doesn’t hide from it. She makes her points unabashedly. And—gasp!—she’s a progressive politician.

I heard the tone with which some of you critics questioned her on Dave Congalton’s show the other week,

berating her, and questioning her ulterior motives about things she actually has no control over. Bob Shanbrom alleged that she “refused” to meet with certain people about their concerns. She said she was happy to meet with the people in question and in fact had met with someone. He said that wasn’t true.

Sheesh, women! Right, Bob!?

Then he told her she needed to be more civil! Shanbrom recently refused to speak to New Times about why his group—SLO Neighbors United—was rallying people to run against city politicians such as Harmon, and asked repeatedly whether or not we were planning to “ambush” him with questions.

Wait, so who’s worried about civility again?

Look, there’s plenty of criticism that can be levied at any politician—and I’ve levied plenty of it at Harmon. But, um, it needs to be accurate.

So here’s a question for you: Could this man you detractors are all rallying around, Mr. T. Keith Gurnee of 108 Broad Street, to unseat “the despotic rule of the self-declared emperor” (a cryptic comment posted by A. Cooper—umm Allan Cooper of Save Our Downtown?

Is that you?—on New Times’ website) even vote on the Anholm Bikeway plan if he was the mayor? Or would he have to recuse himself due to his property’s proximity to the plan in question? ∆ The Shredder is never ever civil. Send comments to shredder@newtimesslo.com.

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New community, unbroken culture Cal Poly’s new residential community is helping solve the housing crisis while giving visibility to indigenous people

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glottal stop is a consonant made by closing the flow of air to the throat; its symbol, “ʔ,” mimics the curvature of a question mark. It may not be familiar to many Cal Poly students, but it is helping solve a familiar problem: the campus housing shortage. A new residential community, yakʔitʸutʸu, is bringing 1,450 more beds to campus, along with the glottal stop, subscript letters, and a different culture.

The newly constructed residential community is opening Fall 2018 on Cal Poly’s campus and will house nearly 1,500 incoming freshmen students. The space is long overdue, and the need was especially apparent over the last two academic years.

From the Fremont Hall mudslide-induced closure, to an incoming freshman class with 1,000-plus more students than expected, on-campus housing has been strained.

Cal Poly’s solution does largely solve the problem—all first-year students will be back in residential halls and out of overflow oncampus apartments—but it also attempts to go beyond that. The new community was named to honor and in collaboration with the Northern Chumash tribe of yak titʸu titʸu yak tiłhini (ytt), the Indigenous Peoples of San Luis Obispo County.

The ytt were the first people in the San Luis Obispo region and still hold a presence here today. Their population declined with the arrival of the Europeans, the Spanish mission system, Mexican conquest, and American colonization.

However, the Northern Chumash people continue to persist and are in the process of revitalizing their culture.

Cal Poly has received some backlash for the partnership, with concerns about exploiting the Northern Chumash culture. This was also an issue for the ytt tribe when Cal Poly first approached them regarding the idea. Project lead

and ytt member, Leah Mata, stated she was originally wary of the project, but is pleased with the result.

“Marginalized communities need to keep [exploitation] in consideration. You don’t want to commodify culture,” Mata said. “But we had complete control over every aspect; [Cal Poly was] really careful about allowing our voice to come through.

We pretty much completely dictated what the project looks like in tone, graphics, and cultural information.”

The seven buildings that make up the yakʔitʸutʸu community are each named after a village or place in the San Luis Obispo region, and are laid out in a geographically correct order.

For example, one building is named elewexe, which means “named for swordfish.” This is how the ytt people refer to the modern location of Paso Robles.

“Our language describes our homeland instead of naming it after people. This allows for a better connection—it tells what the land’s purpose is and our relationship to it,” Mata said. “In Western culture locations tend to be named after people and not the space itself.”

The university started introducing the building names to the campus community last academic year. University Housing produced pronunciation guides for each building, and members of ytt documented stories for each village. University spokesperson Matt Lazier said that Cal Poly is encouraging students to grow comfortable with the names.

“Saying the words takes a little practice, repetition, and a willingness to learn. But we’re a college campus, and people come here because they want to learn,” Lazier said in an email. “We’re focusing on giving them resources to do that.”

The university is asking students to say the full name of each building and avoid referring to the buildings by

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“I hope students learn and use the whole names to start. It will help them understand pieces of the language and our culture,” Mata said. “But in American culture and pop and youth culture, shortening happens. If that happens organically, it’s them taking ownership of those buildings within their own culture.

Even we shorten the names.”

Lazier wrote that the university’s partnership with the ytt goes beyond just naming residential buildings, and educational programs are planned for the upcoming year. The partnership is designed to bring awareness to the

indigenous people of San Luis Obispo and to allow students to learn about their language and culture. Mata hopes that giving the ytt culture a role on campus will help increase the visibility of indigenous people.

“A lot of times people in California don’t see spaces as being indigenous occupied places. We want to get people to understand spaces in a way we do and share knowledge of those places with the larger community,” Mata said. “It’s important for people to understand we are still here and have a connection to the homeland.” ∆ Editorial intern Ashley Ladin can be reached through New Times Editor Camillia Lanham at clanham@ newtimesslo.com.

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ast September, Cal Poly students started their academic year in a little bit of a shock. SLO Transit, which serves the university with public transportation, rolled out a new bus schedule that summer—and it did not favor Mustang riders.

The student reactions were scathing: “Bus schedules are so inconvenient and do not at all align with student schedules,” wrote one student.

“I have been late to class numerous times because the bus doesn’t come on time,” stated another.

“The bus has left [me] stranded multiple times with little options.”

“Makes me feel extremely unsafe walking to and from campus through dimly lit neighborhoods alone.”

Those were just a few of the responses submitted as part of a student led online survey about the transit system, launched shortly after the start of the school year.

Of the 123 respondents, more than half reported having been denied entry onto a bus due to full capacity; a quarter said they’d missed class or work as a result; and 80 percent said they had to walk home from campus because buses didn’t run late enough.

“We made this report because I think people respond to data-driven analysis,” said survey organizer Matt Klepfer, a recent Cal Poly grad. “The report overwhelmingly said people are not getting to where they need to go, and it’s a crisis. People weren’t going to class, weren’t going to work.”

Cal Poly students, staff, and faculty account for 58 percent of SLO Transit’s ridership. It’s a service that the university subsidizes, at close to $500,000 per year. The changes to the bus schedule came about as a byproduct of SLO Transit’s “short range transit plan” for 2016-21, which Transit Manager Gamaliel Anguiano told New Times was based on a combination of data and public input. Overall, the five-year plan is meant to boost the safety, efficiency, and equity of the system.

“SLO Transit is a public transportation system trying to serve the needs of everyone in SLO,” Anguiano explained.

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Anguiano said the system’s on-time performance, safety, and fuel efficiency (consumption is down 15,000 gallons per year) have all improved. Other community populations, like middle school students, are now using the bus more than ever.

But he acknowledged that the data used to create the plan likely undershot Cal Poly’s demand for service, which is also increasing “significantly” each year. The dissatisfaction captured in the students’ 2017 survey caused a stink big enough to spur change. Less than a week after it was published, SLO Transit announced it would boost service to the routes most popular with students.

“It definitely solved some of the big problems,” Klepfer said. “I think there’s still crowding on some of the buses, [but] things are much better than they were.”

This revised bus schedule is what Cal Poly students should expect going into the 2018-19 school year, Anguiano said.

The supplemental service, which included adding one bus to the city’s fleet, comes at an increased cost to Cal Poly of $7,889 per year—for a total contract of $475,196. Klepfer, and other students who responded to the survey, laid some blame for the service gap on Cal Poly, since it’s responsible for providing the funding levels needed for adequate service.

Cal Poly spokesman Matt Lazier denied that funding was an issue, stating that the university’s contribution for bus service continues to go up each year.

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the university’s part,” Lazier said. “As to why the changes you reference were made to SLO Transit routes, I again would steer you to the city, as they are the service provider.”

Expanded Cuesta service awaits money

Cuesta College students also rely heavily on their bus system, the SLO County Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), to get to and from campus.

“Cuesta is actually one of our busiest bus stops at RTA. It’s really well-used,” said Mary Gardner, RTA community relations manager.

But while SLO city riders clamor for more service across the board, the RTA is having a tougher time with demand.

Overall bus ridership is down year over year, mirroring a nationwide trend, Gardner said. Despite that, Route 14, which runs between campus and the SLO County Government Center, now has a new schedule with more trips.

“We were able to increase the frequency and shift the times to better meet the students’ needs, especially when they leave class,” Gardner said.

In addition to Cuesta’s bus stop moving locations, which caused some confusion, the bus and school schedules didn’t always line up. Gardner said students getting out of class waited as long as 45 minutes for buses, and many sought other transportation options. This year, she said, buses will arrive more promptly.

But for Cuesta students who live in communities farther from campus, like

in North or South County, depending on public transit is still a challenge. RTA’s latest bus leaving campus is 9:50 p.m., but that will just take you to downtown SLO. The last bus leaving SLO to South County communities is at 8:33 p.m. The same is true for the North County route.

Expanding bus service to those regions farther from Cuesta’s central campus requires more funding.

“The issue is SLO County is considered relatively rural,” Gardner said. “That’s why [buses come] hourly rather than in a metropolitan area.

We don’t have the human population to support that. We wish we had more buses and bus services.”

RTA is hoping amenities like free bus WiFi, which it’s currently piloting on Route 10 from SLO to Santa Maria, will lead to better ridership and more revenue.

Incoming Cuesta President Jill Stearns said the college’s accessibility weighs on her mind.

“One thing I have been spending a considerable amount of time thinking about and solution seeking is, really, access,” Stearns told New Times. “We are not located in the middle of town, which makes getting to campus more difficult and certainly challenging for students that don’t have their own means of transportation. …

It’s trying to ensure that we’re scheduling in a way that allows students to get campus and get home safely.” ∆ Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com.

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But her father’s ideals didn’t stop Shirley from studying for 18 months between working and raising her family, to become a medical assistant. Perry said Shirley took the test and was the first woman to pass the exam in the state of California.

People were inspired by Shirley’s determination and asked her for help, and those inquiries were enough motivation for Shirley to decide to open up a school of her own.

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“We’ve gotten a lot of requests for the nursing program because the one at Cuesta gets so impacted. What it comes down to is it’s the opportunities or clinical sites that are available,” she said.

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they went all-in. They even put their house up for collateral and started their first school with a very small room and just a few students,” Perry said.

The first campus opened up in Visalia, California, with a mission to offer courses in accelerated career training. As the institution grew, the staff on board remained mostly within the family. Perry said that Shirley’s two sons started out in the family business as janitors.

The private college has grown to 15 campuses throughout the state from Modesto to Temecula and now has a new location in Atascadero. Although the institution has grown, it has stayed within the family. As Shirley and Robert have stepped down, their son Michael Perry has taken the reins. His daughter is now the president of the Atascadero campus.

Keeping with the family theme, she too, has worked for the college for most of her life, from being in commercials as an infant to a full-time position post college graduation.

The permanent campus, which is still under construction, is set to be on El Camino Real. But Perry said enrollment is in full swing, and classes will be held on the temporary campus at 6907 El Camino Real.

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However, she said no program is out of the question for the campus in the future.

For now, though, the campus is starting out with the three programs: medical assistant, medical office, and business administration.

Students who are interested in attending the college will notice the eight- to nine-month program lengths.

Currently, the Atascadero campus is enrolling for the morning session of the courses, so students are in class from 7:15 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday.

Classes will begin on Sept. 24. The institution operates year round, so new classes begin every five weeks. There isn’t a summer or winter break in order to give students the opportunity to enroll in classes when the time is right for them.

“It’s really flexible; we know that our students often have commitments outside of school and lives outside of campus,” Perry said. “So it really allows for them to go to school full-time and also hold their family life and their jobs together.” ∆ Staff writer Karen Garcia can be reached at kgarcia@newtimesslo.com.

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One of the club’s newer members, Josiah York, is already suited up and in the middle of a duel with a peer. The Cuesta College freshman came across SSD shortly after moving to the Central Coast.

“I had just moved down here from Sonora and was looking for something to keep myself active and make friends.

Then I found out about this,” York said.

“One weekend, I decided to just give it a go. I was so nervous.”

For those unfamiliar, Amtgard is a live action role-playing (LARP) game that features boffer (foam weapon) combat.

York had zero Amtgard experience before attending his first SSD meeting but felt welcomed right away. As an incoming freshman to a school more than 200 miles away from his hometown, York has found the group to be a fun way to meet new people.

“Amtgard is really about letting your playful side out and just having fun,” York said. “It’s a great way to make friends, get rid of stress, or just mess around. And everyone is extremely welcoming.”

York recommends that anyone even remotely curious about LARPing should

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“Worst case, you end up wasting an hour or so on a Saturday,” York said.

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A single LARP adventure was all it took for both York and longtime SSD member and Cal Poly alumni Megan Fay to get hooked on Amtgard. Fay, known as Regent Lady Squire Faye McKenzie ingame, was introduced to Amtgard in 2002 while living in Santa Barbara.

“I was not familiar with Amtgard at all before that,” Fay said. “I was vaguely aware that there were groups that did medieval re-enactment and similar things.”

The concept of Amtgard first caught Fay’s attention when one of her friends described it to her as a live action version of Dungeons and Dragons, which she was familiar with.

“I had played tabletop role-playing games, so I had the starting blocks before I joined,” Fay said. “My friend called me up to invite me, and I said yes. We went out and the group handed us some spares

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Many of the longest running members of SSD were recruited at various PolyCon events throughout the decades, Fay added.

PolyCon, founded in 1983, is an annual gaming convention presented by students and alumni of Cal Poly.

“We don’t participate every year [in PolyCon],” Fay said. “But we’ve done many demonstrations there in the past.”

But whether it’s during a convention demo or regular weekly meeting, SSD embraces the behind-thescenes nature of Amtgard jus as much as the actual battles SAY YARP TO LARP Members of the Seven Sleeping “We make all of our own Dragons take part in Amtgard, a live action role-playing gear.

Members can learn ho combat game. to build weapons and shield sew garb, and make armor,” [weapons and armor], gave us the rules, Fay said. “So even if you don’t want to be and threw us into battle.” at the front of the battlefield, you can stil That was only the first of many participate.”

Amtgard adventures for Fay. Shortly after “There’s a place for everyone here,” York moving to SLO in 2004 to study animal said in agreement. “You can build, craft, science at Cal Poly, she joined SSD. help come up with games, watch, or come t Almost 15 years later, some of the club’s just talk LARP politics.” ∆ other longtime members have her beat in terms of seniority.

Calendar Editor Caleb Wiseblood wishes “Some have been playing for up to 20 all politics were LARP politics. Reach him at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com. years,” Fay said.

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As an active club, Martin said the College Republicans has worked with several campaigns over the past year and are supporting local, state, and national candidates this fall by tabling, canvassing, and hosting speaking events. Recently, the club appointed an ambassador to help develop a stronger working relationship with the Republican Party of San Luis Obispo.

About 700 students are on the club’s emailing list, and last year, the club had about 50 to 70 active members per quarter—students who paid their dues and attended two of the last six meetings.

The College Republicans will have membership tables on campus during Cal Poly’s Week of Welcome for incoming freshmen and is hosting a barbecue on the first day of school.

Cal Poly Democrats will also hold Week of Welcome events and is participating in the Cal Poly club showcase on Sept. 23. Ian Levy, club co-president, said the Dems are starting out the school year with 25 active students. The club works closely with the San Luis Obispo County Democratic Party, where students have the opportunity to get involved in local politics and intern with state, local, and national candidates.

He said registering to vote takes as long or less than the length of your favorite song.

“Whether you are a Republican or Democrat, getting involved with the political process is beyond important,” Levy said in an email. “Getting involved

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bout 46.1 percent of eligible 18- to 29-year-old voters cast their voice in the 2016 presidential election: the lowest turnout of any age bracket.

“The highest voter turnout is the age brackets of their parents and grandparents.

So their parents and grandparents are deciding on the votes that will affect their lives,” said Rosemary Wrenn, the chair of the San Luis Obispo Democratic Party. “The only way [laws and policies] are going to be reflective of their desires and the things that are important to them is to get out and vote.”

Wrenn said there’s a fallacy out there: that students believe their votes don’t matter. All they have to do is look at our local races to see that this isn’t the case, she said. More than 18,000 voters cast ballots in the June 2018 primary election for SLO County 4th District Supervisor, which incumbent Lynn Compton won by only 60 votes.

Local policy issues such as a lack of housing directly affect students at Cal Poly and Cuesta College, Wrenn added.

“There’s really not words to articulate how important it is for the young people in our county and in our country to get out and vote right now. Their vote really matters,” Wrenn said. “You can vote in your pajamas. You don’t have to miss class. You don’t have to miss work.”

Wrenn said the Democratic Party has worked with local high schools to get the word out to 12th graders that students can pre-register to vote before they turn 18. The California Motor Voter program, approved by Gov. Jerry Brown in February 2018, automatically registers eligible voters who apply for a driver’s license, identification card, or change of address with the Department of Motor Vehicles, unless they choose to opt out.

Roberta Martin, president of the Cal Poly College Republicans club, said students could also register to vote online through their Cal Poly portal accounts. Martin described voting and political involvement as an act of love for the country and its citizens.

“When you turn 18, you become a legal adult and a full member of our society. You now have full and autonomous access to the rights protected in the Constitution; you have the full weight of punishment as dictated by law,” Martin said in an email. “College students tend to have the time and energy to not only show up on voting day, but to spread ideas, awareness, and understanding to citizens

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as early as you can gives you the time to learn and experience politics for yourself. … Vote and see how it impacts you. Vote locally. Vote statewide. Vote nationally.

See what happens.”

One group of Cal Poly political science students was able to affect change at the state level by working with Assemblymember Jordan Cunningham (R-San Luis Obispo) and other California college students on a bill that Gov. Brown signed on Aug. 27. The bill urges textbook publishers to post a detailed description in a prominent place about how the newest edition differs from the previous edition and requires that students get the option of buying instructional materials separately, rather than bundled together.

Cunningham said passage of the bill shows that anyone from any age group can make a difference.

“It shows that working together, as this was a group of over 20 students for all around the state, is vital in making that difference,” Cunningham said. “Each year, the Legislature passes thousands of bills that will affect every Californian.

These laws affect students now and will affect them in the future.” ∆ Reach Editor Camillia Lanham at clanham@newtimesslo.com.

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To learn more about the political affiliation that’s right for you, find the Cal Poly College Republicans and/or the Cal Poly Democrats on Facebook. You can find out about what’s going on at the county party level by visiting the Republican Party of SLO at rpslo.org or the San Luis Obispo County Democratic Party at slocdp.org. Sick of party affiliation? You can still register to vote with the California Secretary of State at registertovote.ca.gov.

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Career focus Career and technical education programs offer a pathway to employment

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t might be 2018, but when it comes to career and technical education programs, John Cascamo says many people’s perceptions are still rooted decades in the past.

“Many people think of it in terms of it just being a welding or auto shop class, and those are great,” Cascamo, dean of Workforce and Economic Development at Cuesta College, told New Times.

“But expansion of career and technical education has been vast.”

Career and technical education programs offer enrollees hands-on training in an array of different careers, and can help them obtain the skills necessary to get a job in their chosen industry. Many of the programs not only allow students to obtain some form of degree, but some also help them obtain professional certifications and licensure in their chosen careers as well.

“Today, CTE is very broad, and there’s a wide array of areas and careers it covers,” Cascamo said.

The breadth of what is available to college students interested in CTE programs is on display at Cuesta, which currently offers 36 CTE programs.

Those programs range from automotive technology, construction, and culinary arts to computer networking technology, criminal justice, and nuclear energy systems, just to name a few. Once enrolled in the programs, students get hands-on training from instructors and professionals who work in those fields, all

with the ultimate goal of getting them ready for the workforce.

“These are very good and very well-paying professions,” Cascamo said. “All of our programs have very good outcomes when it comes to making people employable.”

Cascamo said the programs attract all types of different students, from those who aren’t sure what they want to for a living and are experimenting, those who have chosen a career and are looking to get a foot in the door, and even working professionals in their fields who want to sharpen their skills.

In addition, Cuesta also works with SLO County’s high schools to offer dual enrollment courses. These courses, which include some CTE programs, feature teachers using the college’s curriculum and allow students to earn both high school and college credits.

According to the California Department of Education, nearly 420,000 students in California community colleges participated in a CTE program during the 2016-17 school year. The most popular industry sectors included arts, media and entertainment, information and communications technologies, and agriculture and natural resources.

But CTE programs in California have faced some challenges over the past four years. In 2014, CTE advocate organizations like Get REAL, a nonprofit organization, were alarmed after a report from the California Department of Education noted that in a single year,

GUIDE 2018 programs, and increased the Cal Grant program, which provides $1.7 million in financial aid to CTE students. The 2018 budget also allocated $15.3 million for its CTE Initiative Fund, which supports partnership program, technical student organizations, and CTE professional development.

That investment can pay dividends. According to the Association for Career and Technical Education, 92 percent of CTE high school students in the state LEARN A TRADE Career and technical education graduated in the 2016-17 programs at colleges like Cuesta allow students to get school year, while 88 percent hands-on training and skills to help them get jobs in a of postsecondary CTE number of industries, including electrical technology students earned a credential, (above), agriculture, law enforcement, and many others. certificate, or degree. high school CTE program enrollment Cascamo said there were a number of dropped by 50,000 students. The group changes that could help strengthen and blamed the drop, in part, to a decrease in expand enrollment in CTE programs. funding brought on by the impact of the That included helping high school 2008 economic recession. counselors become more familiar with “The recession hit, and the state trade careers and what they pay, as well scrambled to assist school districts as working to change the perception that [to] stay finically afloat,” Get REAL’s GUIDE 2018 students can only choose college or CTE, website states. “One of the outcomes was instead of exploring both options. categorical flexibility, wherein schools “I wish every kid got some exposure could divert their CTE categorical to a number of shop classes,” he said. “I funding toward non-vocation expenses.” think it would help take away some of CaliforniaGUIDE has since 2018 tried to course that stigma.” ∆ correct. The state’s 2018 budget allocated $150 million in one-time grants for Staff Writer Chris McGuinness can be community colleges to develop and implement guided career pathways reached at cmcguinness@newtimesslo.com.

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Get to know your super New Times spoke with Cuesta College’s new superintendent to learn about her educational past and future goals

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elonging in the educational field didn’t completely click for Cuesta College’s new superintendent, Jill Stearns, until she dove into working with community colleges.

“I didn’t attend a community college, and I really did not understand the role of community colleges until I went to work for one,” she said.

As soon as she understood the mission of providing educational access to students, she knew she was in the right place.

“I felt the opportunity to make higher education a reality for anyone who is interested in pursuing is a tremendous opportunity to impact lives,” she said.

After she graduated from college, Stearns managed her family’s retail business for 10 years. During that time, Stearns and her husband had several small businesses of their own, including building a gas station with a convenience store and car wash in Avenal. In the process of building the gas station, Avenal High School was desperately looking for someone to teach math so they asked Stearns.

“So I started out with the intent of not being an educator, but that didn’t work

out so well. As it turns out, this is where I belonged,” she told New Times.

It didn’t help that being an educator ran her in family. Her grandmother taught in a one-room schoolhouse in Missouri.

Stearns’ mother had a 43-year career in education, primarily as a high school counselor. Her father taught kindergarten and was also a high school counselor.

Stearns taught math at Avenal High School, before working at West Hills College in the Central Valley, where she served as vice president of educational services, interim associate dean of student learning outcomes, and director of financial aid. In 2012, she also served as the president of Modesto Junior College. And in March of 2018, Cuesta announced that Stearns would be its next superintendent, replacing Gil Stork, Cuesta’s superintendent of more than 50 years, who announced his retirement in August 2017.

Stearns is continuing her educational career and her understanding of a junior college as she takes the helm of Cuesta.

As she spoke about the positives at Cuesta—such as creating your own class

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GUIDE 2018 schedule and exploring various career paths through offered courses—she said community colleges still have a certain stigma.

She said many people perceive that attending community college is just like being at a giant high school.

“The reality is it is very unlike high school; the path is not set out for you here,” she said. “You have a tremendous opportunity to explore areas of interest, to take class at a time of day and in the modality that best meets your preferences.”

Although she’s only been on campus for two months she’s already recognized the community between NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN Cuesta College students and faculty. welcomes its new superintendent, Jill Stearns.

In order to maximize the connection, she’s part of a new Although fall semester has officially program that the college is begun at Cuesta, Stearns said many launching called Guided Pathways. classes have start dates in October.

Its intent is to redesign the student She said the institution doesn’t just experience—whereas traditionally a student seeks a counselor for academic revolve around the two semesters of milestones or mentorship on their fall and spring. Cuesta offers plenty of career path, through this program, opportunities for students to explore counselors reach out to students. more education outside of the traditional “So it’s a very different model, and school year. the intention is that we have a whole “We recognize that not everyone’s life array of services and things available to goes by the academic calendar, so we are students. But also making sure that we ready to help you start when it works for are not across all those services waiting you,” she said. ∆ for student but instead being very intentional and reaching out to them, Staff writer Karen Garcia can be reached or helping keeping them on the path to at kgarcia@newtimesslo.com completion,” she said.

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Time-out over STUDENT Cal Poly lifts Greek life suspension following tumultuous spring

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ach year of college can be a fresh start, a blank slate. In keeping with that tradition, Cal Poly decided to give its fraternities and sororities a chance to redeem themselves this fall following a disastrous spring.

Cal Poly announced on Sept. 6 that it had lifted the interim suspension placed on all 27 of its Interfraternity (IFC) and Panhellenic Council organizations, a punishment levied in April amid fallout from a series of racist and highly publicized Greek incidents.

Incidents included a white Lambda Chi Alpha brother donning blackface at a frat event, three Sigma Nu brothers photographed dressing like Hispanic gangsters, and another photo of a white student in blackface—mocking the first incident—that was posted to a fraternity Snapchat thread.

Cal Poly spokesman Matt Lazier said the blanket Greek suspension was meant to give Greek groups “the opportunity to step back, examine their organizations, and develop specific educational plans for how they will make diversity and inclusion a fundamental part of the fabric of Greek life.”

Since the suspension took effect, Lazier said every IFC and Panhellenic chapter submitted “inclusion plans” to administrators and established a diversity and inclusion officer position within their organizations.

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“With this progress GUIDE 2018 made, the temporary interim suspension has been lifted,” Lazier said. “Greek life organizations will continue to work withGUIDE student 2018 affairs leadership to enhance, refine, and implement these plans.”

Lazier added that Cal Poly “continues to develop plans for the coming academic GUIDE 2018 year to keep diversity and inclusion top of mind for Greek life community members, including a variety of guest speakers and regular training opportunities.”

Lambda Chi Alpha will remain on probation until spring 2019.

The events of last spring sparked both local and national attention and outrage. Hundreds of students boycotted and protested Cal Poly Open House events, many called for President Jeffrey Armstrong’s resignation, and students convened emotional town hall-style meetings to air their frustrations about

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NEW YEAR, NO SUSPENSION Racist incidents at Cal Poly fraternities dominated headlines throughout the country last spring, sparking protests (pictured) and a blanket suspension on Greek life at the school, which Cal Poly recently lifted.

Cal Poly’s culture and lack of diversity.

While declaring his decision to temporarily suspend Greek life, Armstrong stated that fraternities and sororities would “not have a place at Cal Poly ... until all [chapters] are conducting themselves in a manner that is respectful of all students.”

“Greek life is a privilege at this university,” Armstrong said. “If Greek life is to remain at Cal Poly, these students

‘Greek life organizations will continue to work with Student Affairs leadership to enhance, refine, and implement these [inclusion] plans.’

Matt Lazier, Cal Poly spokesman

must reinvent their organizations and activities so they add value to our campus community and foster a culture of inclusion instead of undermining it.”

Just days later, when university officials became aware of the second photo of a student in blackface in early May, Armstrong announced that he’d asked the State Attorney General’s Office to investigate the incident.

The State AG’s Office has made no public statements on the matter since.

“These vile and absolutely unacceptable acts cannot continue. We must not allow these acts to define us as an institution,” Armstrong told the campus community on May 4. ∆ Assistant Editor Peter Johnson can be reached at pjohnson@newtimesslo.com.

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he woke up to a foot and a half of snow, and fellow campers with tents that were caving in under its weight. Then, one of the vans got stuck in the fresh powder covering that section of the Alabama Hills on the east side of the Sierra Nevada. And on top of all that, everyone seemed to be a little bit sick.

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CONQUER THE STACK Cal Poly students compete in a crate stacking competition at the outdoor climbing park hosted by Poly Escapes.

An aspiring trip leader at the time, Lane was in training to lead fellow Cal Poly students on backpacking and camping trips through places like the Sierra, Big Sur, and Joshua Tree National Park.

“Everything that could go wrong did, and it was a really great opportunity for us to come together and figure it out,” said Lane, now a senior anthropology and geography student at Cal Poly. “It was a really great experience, and a lot of us bonded really well because of it.”

Of all of the trips she’s been on in her three years working for Poly Escapes, that one is her favorite. There’s something about pulling together and making things

work that appeals to her: strength in the face of adversity, conquering the elements, self-reliance, trusting your adventure GUIDE 2018 partners. These are the things you depend on when you’re outside in the wild. Well, GUIDE 2018 that, and your equipment.

Luckily, Poly Escapes also has an outdoor equipment rental shop on campus. The Associated Students Inc. (ASI)-run program has three facets, according to ASI Outdoor Recreation Coordinator Matt Eaton: a trips program (which Eaton said they’re best known for), a rental shop, and an outdoor climbing park at the campus Recreation Center (which is also owned and operated by ASI). Paid for in part by student fees, ASI is a student-driven organization that provides programs, services, employment opportunities, and facilities on campus.

Employing about 100 to 120 students, Poly Escapes gives students an opportunity to get outside by hosting trips to recreational hot spots on the Central Coast and beyond. Through the rental center, students and community members can rent equipment to backpack, hike, paddle, or rock climb at a discounted rate. And the climbing park is open to all skill levels— whether you’re an old hat or a newb.

“We are really the avenue to connect Cal Poly students to the outdoors,” Eaton said. “Cal Poly students work so hard academically, they work so hard professionally, it’s really important to break away, get off campus, and to get outside in general. To refresh, gain some perspective, learn about themselves, and learn about the environment in California and connect with other people.”

Eaton said Poly Escapes does about 20 trips a quarter, 60 trips a year, and takes out about 600 students every school year.

Employees can man the climbing wall, the rental center, or train to be a trip leader, like Lane.

The trip leader program is a one- to two-year program, where students learn hard skills—like how to operate a camp stove or what to do if a foot and a half of

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For Lane, the program fit with her life perfectly. She grew up in Colorado, spent much of her free time outside backpacking and climbing, and traveled a lot. She didn’t know much about Poly Escapes, but came upon it at the end of her freshman year.

“Immediately, [I] really fell in love with it and met a lot of kindred spirits, a lot of people who were passionate about getting out and not staying in town and partying,” Lane said. “It just gave me an opportunity to explore California in a way that I wouldn’t have got to otherwise.”

But you don’t have to be a backpacking fiend or an avid rock climber to join the program. Lane said she’s watched students come in with little outdoorsy

experience and grow as they learn about what makes being outside so great.

“Choosing Poly Escapes, if you’re a little bit unsure about it, isn’t going to be a bad decision for anyone,” Lane said. “I would say do it.” ∆ Reach Editor Camillia Lanham at clanham@newtimesslo.com.

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Meet local experts, view pop-up rooms, attend home improvement seminars, learn about new products and services, and more. Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sept.

16, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-4600. inspiredexpos. com. Alex Madonna Expo Center, 100 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo.

NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC WEEK: RIDE AND DRIVE Dealer and private electric vehicles available for test drives. Also features electric bikes. EV drivers will be available to answer questions about their experience with their vehicles, including pros and cons of leasing versus owning, “range anxiety”, and why they drive an EV. Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 805-7041549. carbonfreeslo.org. Madonna Inn Expo Center, 100 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo.

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AVILA APPLE FESTIVAL AND GALA DINNER

Features live music by Brett Mitchell and Matthew Evans, wine tastings by members of the Avila Wine Trail, local beers and cider, a multi-course, apple-inspired menu prepared by Debbie Collins, and live and silent auctions. Sept. 22, 5-9 p.m. $100-$800. 805-627-1997. Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel St., Avila Beach, avilabeachcc.com.

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paintings by Marcia Burtt and other local artists and other items from artisans. Erin Inglish Band performs. Sept. 15, 4-8 p.m. $125. 805-441-4897. protectslo.nationbuilder.com/mother_ earth. Tiber Canyon Ranch, 280 W Ormonde Rd, San Luis Obispo.

24TH DENIM AND DIAMONDS The Templeton

Education Foundation presents this event to raise funds for Templeton schools. Sept. 22, 5-10 p.m. $80 per single ticket; $1,000 per table. eventbrite.com. Hummingbird House, 4015 Almond Dr., Templeton, (805) 226-8575.

25TH SILVER ANNIVERSARY GOLF TOURNAMENT Proceeds to benefit the SLO County

Builders Exchange Scholarship Fund. Admission includes green fees, golf cart, range balls, a breakfast burrito, a barbecue lunch, beverages, and a goodie bag. Sept. 21, 7:15 a.m.-4 p.m. $130 per person; limited to 144 players.

805-503-8902. slocbe.com. Morro Bay Golf Course, 201 State Park Rd., Morro Bay. SAN LUIS OBISPO

18TH ANNUAL ROTARY HOMES OF DISTINCTION TOUR Take an exclusive look into 5

homes. Proceeds fund local student scholarships and nonprofits. Hosted by Rotary Club of SLO Sept. 16, 11 a.m.4:30 p.m. $25. 805-546-8806. slorotary.org. Rotary Homes of Distinction Tour, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo.

80’S FOR ANIMALS Features a costume contest, cruelty-free appetizers, drinks, music, a live and silent auction, and more. Sept. 22, 6-10 p.m. $40. 805-5433786. greenerpasturessanctuary.org/events.html. Odd Fellows Hall, 520 Dana St., San Luis Obispo.

AN EVENING WITH BILL MCKIBBEN: YES ON G CAMPAIGN FUNDRAISER Join McKibben, Mayor

Heidi Harmon, and other local leaders to hear how SLO County can help lead the transition away from fossil fuels.

Sept. 17, 6 p.m. $40-$100; $10 for students and seniors.

510-844-7160 x 313. protectslo.nationbuilder.com. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

MOTHER EARTH GRAND CELEBRATION FUNDRAISER: VOTE YES ON MEASURE G Enjoy live music, food, and auctions featuring

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6TH ANNUAL CHARITY RUMMAGE SALE

All proceeds benefit Friendship Bridge, a non-profit organization empowering Guatemalan women to find solutions to poverty through micro-loans. Sept. 21, 12-3 p.m. and Sept. 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friendship Bridge, 467 Ramona St., Grover Beach, 805-545-8949.

SWINGIN’ BY THE SEA A fundraising event to support the Chapman Estate property. Features plein air artistsin-action, artwork, unique Estate-only experiences for auction, docent tours, food and beverage samplings from local vendors, and live music. Sept. 22, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $125 table seating; $100 chair seating. 805-7418899. brownpapertickets.com. Chapman Estate, 1243 Ocean Blvd., Shell Beach.

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CREATIVITY GROUP Enjoy a creative experience each Wednesday, unless other events/classes conflict.

Bring your art work, in any medium, and join others.

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF THE ITALIAN MEDITERRANEAN DIET Bellaria Food & Coffee

hosts this meeting to discuss the health benefits of the Italian Mediterranean diet and how to live a better life as “Seenager”. Sept. 22, 10-11:30 a.m. $10 per person. 805636-6874. Morro Bay Community Center, 1001 Kennedy Way, Morro Bay, morro-bay.ca.us/345/Community-Center.

KIDS HIP HOP A class that focuses on basic rhythm

comprehension and beginner Hip Hop moves: rocks; bounces; and grooves. With Shannon O’Sullivan Wednesdays, 3:30-4:15 p.m. $15. 805-215-4565. omniyogastudio.com.

Omni Yoga Studio, 2190 9th St., Los Osos.

OLD WORLD DRAWING AND PAINTING WITH JASON MAYR All levels welcome. The course begins

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BALLET FOR AGES 9-11 A beginner’s class for boys

and girls to learn how to expressively move while focusing on alignment, coordination, and basic ballet technique.

Thursdays, 4:30-5:15 p.m. through Jan. 3 $15. 805-2154565. omniyogastudio.com/schedule/. Omni Yoga Studio, 2190 9th St., Los Osos.

BEGINNING SALSA Partners are not needed. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:15 p.m. through Oct. 30 $100 per person; $185 per couple. 805-225-1728. deboniaredancers.com.

FitnessWorks, 500 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. BEGINNING SOCIAL BALLROOM DANCE Learn

beginning east coast swing, foxtrot and cha cha too.

Tuesdays, 7:15-8 p.m. $100; $185 per couple. 805-225-

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.

PHOTO COURTESY OF KIRA ADAMS

1728. debonairedancers.com. FitnessWorks, 500 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay.

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with drawing techniques and progresses through black and white, limited palette, to full palette. Every other Monday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through Nov. 19 $35-$40. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

PAINT PARTY No artistic experience necessary. All materials and supplies provided. Outside food and drinks welcome. Saturdays, 7-9:30 p.m. $40. 805-772-9095. foreverstoked.com/paintparty.html. Forever Stoked, 1164 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. POETRY/SPOKEN WORD WITH MARY ANNE ANDERSON Open mic follows each reading. Third

Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Free. 831-277-4028.

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall, 786 Arlington, Cambria.

ZEN DOODLE ADULT COLORING BOOK GROUP

Relax and unwind with adult coloring books. Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. SAN LUIS OBISPO

ACRYLIC LESSON WITH HILDA VANDERGRIFF: VAN GOGH SUNFLOWERS Learn about Van Gogh’s

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impressionist painting techniques. Students may take home their finished paintings. Sept. 16, 12:30-2:30 p.m. $40. 559-322-6557. artcentralartsupply.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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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 ARTS continued page 35

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ARTS from page 34 Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo.

AFTER SCHOOL POTTERY Kids can come and learn to sculpt, hand build, and throw on the wheel. 2 sessions are needed to complete the pottery. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays. through Jan. 1 $50 for 2 sessions. 805-8966197. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo.

ART PARTY WITH TRACY TAYLOR All materials and refreshments provided. Wine available for purchase Sept.

20, 6-9 p.m. $45. 805-704-5690. The4Cats.com. The 4 Cats Cafe and Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

CABARET SINGING AND PERFORMANCE CLASS Learn the art of singing in a Cabaret style and setting. Find your key and style with a skilled accompanist.

You may start anytime during the semester. Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $185 for 12 week class or $20 per night as a drop-in student. 805-772-2812. cuesta. edu/communityprograms. Cuesta College Community Programs, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

COPPER ENAMELING CLASSES Learn to fuse powdered glass to copper shapes in a kiln or with a torch to create pieces of jewelry you can wear or give as a gift.

Sept. 19, 1-4 p.m. $50. 805-544-1036. theavilagallery. com. Avila Gallery, 65 Landing Passage, Avila Beach.

CRUSHING IT AT SHORTFORM: 6 WEEK IMPROV CLASS Taught by Central Coast Comedy Theater Ensemble member and ComedySportz Sacramento alum Nikki Maraviglia. Sundays, 4-6 p.m. through Oct. 21 eventbrite.com. Tigerlily Salon Studio, 659 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-541-9911.

DATE NIGHT POTTERY Guests can enjoy sharing wine, throwing pots on the wheel, and more. Fridays, Saturdays, 6-8 p.m. $30 per person. 805-896-6197. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, anamcre.com.

DECONSTRUCTED FLOWERS WITH DREW DAVIS Explore how to break down images of flowers to create vibrant representational, abstract, acrylic paintings of them. Drew will share various techniques in how to use color and brush strokes to create movement. Sept. 14, 1-4 p.m. $45. 805-234-2302. artcentralslo.wordpress. com/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

FILM AND TV ACTING CLASSES Film and TV acting classes for all ages and skill levels. Offers optional showcases for major Hollywood talent agents and casting directors. Sundays, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. $165-$175. 310910-1228. actorsedge.com. Mission Cinemas, 1025 Monterey St., SLO. INTRO TO IMPROV SUMMER SESSION Enjoy short form improv games and learn about working as an ensemble, scene building, character development, and more. Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. through Oct. 10 $225. Tigerlily Salon Studio, 659 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-5419911, tigerlilysalon.com.

SOUND CIRCLE For those who have always wanted to

play music, but believe they are “non-musical”. All levels of experience are welcome. Featuring easy-to-use hand pan drums. Wednesdays, 6:30-7:45 p.m. through Dec. 5 $75 (for 6 classes). 805-710-9808. luciamarschools.asapconnected. com/. Branch Mill Organic Farm & Retreat Center, 2815 Branch Mill Rd., Arroyo Grande.

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LOOKING BACK: A MEMOIR BY IRENE MILKO COOPER Challenging times are remembered through many

stories and photographs. This memoir focuses on Cooper’s life in Detroit from The Great Depression to World War II to the 1970s. Sept. 15, 2-4 p.m. 805-772-2880. coalescebookstore. com. Coalesce Bookstore, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.

AWARDS RECEPTION: PASTELS USA The Pastel

Society of the West Coast will present awards on the final day of its 32nd International Exhibition, Pastels USA, hosted by Morro Bay Art Association. Famed artist Lorenzo Chavez serves as Judge. Sept. 16, 2-4 p.m. Free. 805772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

Volleyball vs. UC Davis Tuesday, September 18 at 5 p.m.

OPENING RECEPTION FOR FEATURED ARTIST CARLO CHRISTIAN AND BACKROADS SHOW

Men's Soccer vs. Westmont Saturday, September 22 at 7 p.m.

Backroads showcases the works of Jack McNeal, Karen Peterson, Greg Siragusa, Matt Wilbourn, and Michael Castaneda. Sept. 14, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 10, Morro Bay.

RECEPTION: MBAA JURIED EXHIBIT 2018

Presented by the Morro Bay Art Association. Award-winning artist Debra Joy Groesser serves as judge for this exhibit, featuring paintings by artists throughout California. Sept.

23, 2-4 p.m. Free. 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

LET’S TAKE A TRIP DOWN WHITTIER BLVD: THE SOUNDS OF EAST LA a vinyl record exhibit and pop-up record sale honoring the art, music and, culture of East LA. Curated by Gene Aguilera. Sept. 15, 3-6 p.m. Free. 805-464-2994. trafficrecordstore.com. Traffic Records, 5870 Traffic Way, Atascadero.

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SLOMA FILM NIGHT: SABRA FIELD This documentary explores Field’s most commonly seen and circulated images which celebrate American pastoral motifs in New England and asks why some critics have long dismissed the pastoral as an appropriate subject. Sept.

17, 7 p.m. $5-$7 suggested donation.

805-543-8562. sloma.org/films. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

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JIM TYLER: PAINTING BIG SUR WITH PASTELS Learn about pastels while completing a painting of the Big Creek Bridge area of Big Sur. No experience needed. Sept. 15, 1-4 p.m. $50. 805748-2220. artcentralartsupply.com. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

MOKUHANGA JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTING Learn about water-based woodblock printing during this workshop. Sept. 14-16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $295 members; $335 general. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/ education. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

PACIFIC HORIZON CHORUS WELCOMES WOMEN SINGERS Visit site or come by in person to see if these music lessons are right for you. Tuesdays, 6:30-9 p.m. 805-441-1405. pacifichorizon.org. SLO United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks St., San Luis Obispo.

PAINTING SEASCAPES IN WATERCOLOR WITH WOODY BENTON Come watch the 2018 Recipient of the Judge’s Choice Award recipient for the Central Coast Watercolor Society, Woody Benton, demonstrate how to plan, develop, and bring to life seascapes from the local area. Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-noon Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralartsupply.com/Workshops.php. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

PAINTING STRONG VALUES IN WATERCOLOR WITH WOODY BENTON Benton will demonstrate technique and then guide participants as they try their hands at the medium. No experience necessary. For adults only. Sept. 22, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $60. 805-747-4200. artcentralartsupply.com/Workshops.php. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

USING COLOR IN PAINTING WITH SYDNEY HALL This class will focus on the fundamentals essential to oil painting. Emphasis is placed on properly starting a painting and the relationships found within a subject. All levels welcome. Sept. 23, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $35. 805-7829288. artcentralartsupply.com/2018-workshops.php. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

Men's Soccer vs. Santa Clara Tuesday, September 18 at 5 p.m.

Women's Soccer vs. Cal Baptist Sunday, September 23 at 1 p.m.

Football vs. Montana Saturday, September 29 at 4 p.m.

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ART BAR AT VILLA SAN JULIETTE

Enjoy painting your own pieces with the help of local artist Skye Pratt. Seating is limited.

Sept. 22, 11:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $40 for wine members; $50 for non-members. 805-467-0014. letspartyslo.com. Villa San Juliette Winery, 6385 Cross Canyons Rd, San Miguel.

BACKYARD STUDIO POP-UP Local artisans will be

showing and selling their handcrafted wares. Sept. 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 805.550.3846. Backyard Studio Pop-Up, 1120 Islay St., San Luis Obispo.

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SOUTH COUNTY POETRY An open mic follows each

month’s featured poet. Fourth Sunday of every month, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-268-9216. CanDoJack.com.

South County Poetry, St. Barnabas’ Episcopal Church (annex), 301 Trinity Way off Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande.

EXHIBITS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

32ND ANNUAL PASTELS USA The Pastel Society of

the West Coast presents this yearly, international exhibition.

Artist Lorenzo Chavez serves as Judge of Awards. Hosted by the Morro Bay Art Association. Through Sept. 16, 12-4 p.m. Free. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, 772-2504.

BACKROADS: A GROUP PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW Features color and black and white photography of rural America. Artists include Jack McNeal, Karen Peterson, Greg Siragusa, Matt Wilbourn, and Michael Castaneda.

Through Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 10, Morro Bay.

GEOMORPHIC ABSTRACTIONS Showcasing paintings by Brenda Salamone. Opening reception: Sept 7 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Reception features live music, wine, and refreshments. Thursdays, Fridays, 1-4 p.m., Thursdays, Fridays, 5:30-7 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays, ARTS continued page 36

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ARTS from page 35 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through Sept. 30 Free admission. 805927-8190. cambriacenterforthearts.org. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

JADE HERRERA: MIXED MEDIA A variety of subjects are captured through paper collage on canvas, with use of unique papers collected by the artist on her travels. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 1-4 p.m. through Oct. 3 Free. 805-995-2049. cayucosart.org. Cayucos Community Art Gallery, 10 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos.

MBAA JURIED EXHIBIT 2018 The Morro Bay Art

Association presents this annual exhibition. Award-winning artist Debra Joy Groesser will be judging the event. This exhibit features paintings by artists throughout California.

Guests can expect to view a variety of artistic mediums from traditional to contemporary. Sept. 23-Oct. 29, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

MORRO BAY FRIDAY ARTWALK A self-guided tour that takes place every second Friday of the month. Guests can enjoy refreshments, trolley rides, and more. Second Friday of every month, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. THE PHOTOGRAPHY OF CARLO CHRISTIAN Christian is the featured

artist in the lower gallery. Through Sept.

29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 10, Morro Bay. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y

ongoing, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-210-8687. secretslo.com.

Sauer-Adams Adobe, 964 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.

LOCAL ARTIST ORIGINALS Featuring original oils and watercolors from artists Jerry Scott, Marguerite Costigan, and Ken Christensen. Through Oct. 1, 6-9 p.m.

805-542-9000. sloart.com. Frame Works, 339 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo.

PRESSING MATTERS 2018 Social activist, art teacher, and printmaker Juan R. Fuentes serves as this exhibit’s juror. Through Oct. 14 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibits. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

TRIBUTARIES A roving exhibition of artists with diverse practices who share a common geography. Through Sept. 19 Free. 805-546-3202. Harold J. Miossi Gallery, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, cuesta.edu/student/ campuslife/artgallery/.

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ART BY SLOPE AT DANA ADOBE A collection that culminates art and history to educate the community.

Fridays. through Sept. 30 805-929-5679. danaadobe.org. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo.

FROM ARTISTS, FOR ARTISTS,

BY ARTISTS Featuring fine art oils and

SEPT. 13 – SEPT. 20 2018

AMERICANA Featuring award-winning photographers Dean Crawford Jr. and Deb Hofstetter.

Through Oct. 1, 12-9 p.m. Free. 805-238-9800. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org.

CONTRAST The Paso Robles Art Association artist

members deliver contrast in various forms including photography, sculpture, glasswork, mixed media, painting, pastels, and digital art. Through Oct. 1, 12-9 p.m.

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

COX AND PECK Featuring new work by Allen Cox and Tom Peck. Through Oct. 1, 12-9 p.m. Free. 805-2389800. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org.

IMAGES OF NORTH COUNTY PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT Featuring photos by Tim Bryan, Laura Dienzo,

Patricia Everett, Nancy Haglund, Charlene Martyn, William Rumbler, J. D. Shankle, Cheryl Strahl, and Chuck Wyke.

Tuesdays, Thursdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Nov. 30 Free. 805-461-6161. slolibrary.org. Atascadero Library, 6555 Capistrano, Atascadero.

PRJUSD STAFF AND ALUMNI The Paso Robles

Joint Unified School District Gallery presents a showcase of the talent that teaches their students. Featuring alumni pieces as well. Sept. 20-Nov. 1, 12-9 p.m. 805-2389800. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org.

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CYNTHIA MEYER: LOCAL COLOR Enjoy landscape,

light, and architecture captured on a sunny day in SLO.

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE TEMPLETON EDUCATION FOUNDATION

pastels from Corynn Wolf, acrylics from Ryan Adams, and works from various mediums by Marc Wolf ongoing Free. 805773-6563. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach, puffersofpismo.com/.

SHE SANG ME A GOOD LUCK SONG A statewide traveling exhibit featuring the California Indian photographs of Dugan Aguilar. ongoing 415-525-1553. exhibitenvoy.org. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo, 805-929-5679.

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The Templeton Education Foundation presents its 24th Denim and Diamonds event on Sept. 22 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Hummingbird House in Templeton. Proceeds will benefit various Templeton schools. Admission is $80 per person and $1,000 per table. Call (805) 226-8575 to find out more.

—C.W.

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ELEEMOSYNARY BY LEE BLESSING A staged

CALLS FOR ARTISTS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

CALL FOR ARTISTS: CCWS AQUARIUS 2019 CALIFORNIA OPEN WATERMEDIA EXHIBITION Showcasing watermedia paintings by artists residing in California. Features a wide range of subjects, materials, and techniques, from experimental to traditional. Juror/ Judge: David Lobenberg Mondays-Sundays, 2 p.m. through Dec. 1 Members $25-$35 (1 or 2 paintings); non-members $45-$60 (1 or 2 paintings). 805-439-0295. ccwsart.com/aquarius-2019.html. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. SAN LUIS OBISPO

CALL FOR ENTRIES: SLO PART-TIME PLAYERS 10-MINUTE PLAYS Accepting submissions of 10-minute plays with 5 or fewer characters (1-3 preferred), few or no props, simple staging, and an emphasis on the text. Writers should have theater experience (please include brief description). Email submissions to celestegoyer@gmail.com. ongoing Free. Mission Plaza, 989 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo.

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reading of Blessing’s play about a complex relationship between three women. Fridays, Saturdays, 7:30-10 p.m. and Sept. 22, 2-4:30 p.m. through Sept. 22 $10. 805927-8190. cambriacenterforthearts.org/theatre/. Cambria Center for the Arts Theatre, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

OF MICE AND MEN Based on John Steinbeck’s novella about two friends and their struggle to live the American dream. Directed by Kelli M Poward. Through Sept. 16 $15$20. 805-776-3287. St. Peter’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 545 Shasta Ave., Morro Bay, stpetersmorrobay.org/.

THE REBOOT: STORYTELLING REIMAGINED 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. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y

SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO LIVE Comedian, actor, and author Sebastian Maniscalco presents his Stay Hungry international tour. Sept. 22, 7-9 p.m. $45-$75. 800-7453000. sebastianlive.com/. Vina Robles Amphitheatre, 3800 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.

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STAGE READING: THE WHITE ROSE SLO REP’s Ubu’s Other Shoe Staged Reading series presents this staged reading of Lillian Groag’s The White Rose. Sept.

14-15, 7-9 p.m. and Sept. 15, 2-4 p.m. $15. 805-7862400. slorep.org. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.

IMPROV COMEDY SHOW Fast-paced improv comedy shows performed by the ensemble of Central Coast Comedy Theater. All shows are based on audience suggestions making every show unique. Saturdays, 8-10 p.m. $5. centralcoastcomedytheater.com. Kreuzberg Coffee Company, 685 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, 805-430-0260.

SLOLIO: A GATHERING OF TRUE STORIES AT LINNAEA’S This monthly storytelling event is open to anyone who has a true story to share based on a theme and that can be told without notes. The theme of September is “Test Time”. Sept. 19, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-995-2867. slolio. org. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden St., San Luis Obispo.

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WINE AND DINE

Lone Madrone Winery hosts its Kayak Dinner Tour on Sept. 22 from 4 to 8 p.m. Guests can enjoy dinner and wine while watching the sunset. Admission is $110. Call (805) 238-0845 or visit lonemadrone.com to find out more.

—C.W.

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GOLD FEVER AT THE ROUGH AND READY A spoof of traditional melodramas by Neil LaVine. WednesdaysSundays, 7-9:30 p.m. through Sept. 16 $21-$28.

805-489-2499. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.

THE MIX TAPE An original musical comedy set in the late ‘90s. Through Sept. 15 805-489-2499. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.

CULTURE & LIFESTYLE LECTURES & LEARNING N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

E-DEVICE HELP Please sign up in advance. Thursdays,

8:30-10 a.m. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y

MORRO BAY METAPHYSICIANS Explore the history

of metaphysics with a different topic each week. Led by Tobey White Heart Crockett. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. $10-$20 suggested donation. 805-772-2880. facebook.com/ groups/MBMetaphysicians. Coalesce Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.

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AUDIOBOOKS: THE VOICES TELLING THE STORIES Join the SLO Library for an entertaining and

insightful presentation with audiobook narrator Jim Seybert.

Sept. 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-781-5989. slolibrary. org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

CORNERS OF THE MOUTH A monthly poetry series.

Featured poets for September are Cynthia Bryant and Ivan BrownOtter. An open reading follows. Sept. 16, 7-9 p.m.

Free. 805-903-3595. languageofthesoul.org. Linnaea’s Cafe, 1110 Garden St., San Luis Obispo.

START, RUN, AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Learn about the process of starting your own business, the fundamentals of running a successful small business, and more. Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. through Nov. 13 $100.

805-595-1357. slcusd.asapconnected.com. America’s Job Center of California, 880 Industrial Way, San Luis Obispo.

WELLNESS RECOVERY ACTION PLAN (WRAP) CLASS WRAP is a personalized wellness system rooted

in the principle of self-determination and designed to help individuals monitor uncomfortable and distressing feelings and behaviors. Registration required. Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. through Oct. 4 Free. 805-540-6577. t-mha.org. TransitionsMental Health Association, 784 High St., San Luis Obispo.

WHAT IS BITCOIN? Learn about the potential of blockchain and how it relates to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. This presentation is hosted by senior security engineer Marvin Byrd. Sept. 18, 5-6 p.m. Free.

805-781-5989. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

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POINT SLO LIGHTHOUSE TOURS Docents lead

guests on a one-hour tour of the historic site, the buildings, and up to the Lighthouse tower. Please arrive 15 minutes early. All proceeds go directly toward the site’s restoration.

Wednesdays, 12 & 1 p.m. and Saturdays, 12, 1 & 2 p.m. $17-$22. 805-540-5771. pointsanluislighthouse.org. Point San Luis Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Rd., Avila Beach.

PRESENTATION ON ISAAC J. SPARKS Part of the center’s Sunday Speaker Series. The life of Isaac J. Sparks is the focus this presentation by Wanda Porter. Sept. 16, 2-3 p.m. Free for DANA members; $5. 805-929-5679.

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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 36 DanaAdobe.org. DANA Adobe Cultural Center, 671 S. Oakglen Ave., Nipomo.

CLUBS & MEETINGS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Third

Wednesday of every month, 10 a.m.-noon Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.

SURFSIDE TENNIS CLUB Saturdays, 9 a.m. Free the first month; $30 per year afterwards. surfsidetennisclub. teamopolis.com. Los Osos Middle School, 1555 El Moro St., Los Osos, 534-2835.

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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.

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BOARD GAME NIGHT AT CAPTAIN NEMO

Refreshments available on site for purchase. Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-544-6366. Facebook.com/ CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

BOOK DISCUSSION New book every month. Second

Thursday of every month, 10:30 a.m.-noon Free. 805-5399374. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS AT CAPTAIN NEMO Refreshments available on site for purchase.

Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-544-6366. Facebook. com/CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

FREE-FOR-ALL MOVIE NIGHTS Each meeting, a movie is selected from a wide variety of GLBT films.

Second Friday of every month, 7-10 p.m. Free. galacc.org.

GALA Center Gallery, 1060 Palm St., 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.

group-0. Hospice SLO County: North County Office, 517 13th St., Paso Robles.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Meets at various

for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. Free. A meeting for those who know or have known a feeling of desperation concerning the addiction of a loved one. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-221-5523.

The Redeemer Lutheran Church, 4500 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

locations in SLO County: Arroyo Grande, Oceano, San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Cambria, Atascadero, and Paso Robles. No dues/fees. Mondays-Sundays, 6-7 p.m. Free. oacentralcoast.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.

RAINBOW CONNECTION GROUP This group

serves gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender youth (ages 18 through 26). Meets every Thursday (except the the third of the month). Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. 805-541-4252. galacc. org. GALA Center Gallery, 1060 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

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.

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BISHOP PEAK CHAPTER OF THE EMBROIDERER’S GUILD OF AMERICA Welcoming those who work with all forms of needlework. Bring a sack lunch. Third Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free.

Grover Beach Community Center, 1230 Trouville Ave., Grover Beach, (805) 773-4832.

NIPOMO SENIOR CENTER The center is

NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING A meeting

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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. Drop-ins welcome. Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/support-groups. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.

FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP A support group for those who are caring for a loved one, no matter the diagnosis. 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. 805-5442266. hospiceslo.org. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.

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.

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/meetinglist/. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.

SUPPORT GROUPS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

SEPT. 13 – SEPT. 20 2018

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.

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GENERAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP (NORTH COUNTY) A support group for those grieving the death

of a loved one. This group provides the opportunity to connect with individuals in a similar situation. Drop-ins welcome. Wednesdays, 5-6:30 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/support-groups/general-grief-support-

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GENERAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP (SOUTH COUNTY) Hospice SLO County

is offering this support group for those grieving the death of a loved one. Held in the Church Care Center.

Drop-ins welcome. Tuesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. 805544-2266. hospiceslo.org. New Life Pismo, 990 James Way, Pismo Beach.

SPOUSE AND PARTNER LOSS SUPPORT GROUP (SOUTH COUNTY) A Hospice SLO support group for those grieving the loss of a partner or spouse. 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. 805-7726394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.

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SUCCULENT DESIGN WORKSHOP Learn to

arrange a variety of succulents in containers. Get instruction on caring for drought tolerant species. Each person will get a few clippings to arrange and take home.

Space is limited. Registration required. Register online.

Sept. 15, 2-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-781-5989. slolibrary.org.

San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

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SEWING CAFE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

Sewing Cafe offers various classes and workshop. Call for full schedule. ongoing Sewing Cafe, 541 Five Cities Dr., Pismo Beach, 805-295-6585.

MIND & BODY N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

HEALTHY JOURNEY This 6-week course features Tai

Chi, deep breathing exercises, group coaching on selfcare, mindset, and goal setting, and more. With holistic health coach Tami Cruz. Sundays, 10 a.m.-noon through Sept. 30 Call for price details. 805-235-7978. Grateful Body, 850 Shasta, Morro Bay.

INTENTIONAL TRAINING AT STUDIO FITNESS

This breath-based movement program created by Cassandra Bodlak incorporates yoga, active and resistance stretching, and other techniques to reduce anxiety and stress and increase range of motion. This program is free for vets, their families, and anyone with PTSD. Fourth Saturday of every month, 11 a.m.-noon Free.

415-516-5214. studiofitnessmorrobay.com. Studio Fitness, 349 Quintana, 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. 805-203-6318. desertcoastdance.com. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay. MINDFUL MEETUP FOR RESILIENCE AND CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 39

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Poncho Sanchez SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 CPAC, Cuesta College

Point SLO Lighthouse Tours EVERY WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY Point San Luis Lighthouse

Tribute to Bob Dylan THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 7Sisters Brewing Co.

Eleemosynary, A Staged Reading

by Lee Blessing FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21-22 Cambria Center for the A s

Avila Apple Festival Gala Dinner SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Avila Beach Community Center

Vineyard Sunset Hayride SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Doce Robles Winery & Vineyard

Fall Wine Club Pickup Pa y SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Four Sisters Ranch Vineyards and Winery

SLO Wind Orchestra: Movies & Video Games POPS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 CPAC at Cuesta College

7th Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon for 5CHC WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 St. Patrick’s Church Hall

The Jason Harnell Solo Drum Experience FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Cuesta College

A Conce for Hope SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Presqu’ile Winery

Burning James and the Funky Flames SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Point San Luis Lighthouse

The Devil & Daniel Webster FRI–SUN, OCTOBER 5–7 By the Sea Productions

Inspired Dinner Series SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6 A Pop-up Dining Establishment The Yard

Tribute to Laura Nyro TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9 Morro Bay Wine Seller

SLO Tease Burlesque HUNGER FRI. & SAT. OCTOBER 12 & 13 South Bay Community Center

Cabar-esque Series: Dynamite Dawson FRI. & SAT. OCTOBER 12 & 13 Cambria Center for the A s Theater

Morro Bay Wild SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

Cuesta Choirs: Autumn Blessings SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 CPAC at Cuesta College

Nashville’s Claudia Nygaard TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16 Morro Bay Wine Seller

A s Obispo – The Blend FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 Tooth & Nail Winery

The Epic Big Band Blowout Conce FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19 CPAC at Cuesta College

Cuesta Acoustic Guitar Conce SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 CPAC at Cuesta College

Wine Maker Dinner at Riverstar Vineyards SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 Riverstar Vineyards

The Cimo Brothers SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 Old Santa Rosa Chapel

Cuesta Wind Ensemble SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 CPAC at Cuesta College

Chicago Duo Small Potatoes TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23 Morro Bay Wine Seller

Phil Lee & Eric Brace THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25 7Sisters Brewing Co.

Halloween Spaghe i Dinner/ Bingo Night FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26 Avila Beach Community Center

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WELL-BEING Experience how the practices of

mindfulness, self-compassion, and self-care are the essential life skills to transform your well-being. Subscribe online for updates. Sept. 19, 6-7 p.m. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity.com/meetup/. Mindful Kindful YOUniversity, 1520 4th St., Los Osos.

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. 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. 805-466-7912. Atascadero Community Center, 5599 Traffic Way, Atascadero, atascadero.org/communitycenter.

MASH AND BERRY SMASH With Chumash chef and

herbalist Violet Cavanaugh and special guests. Enjoy a seasonal brunch featuring wild salmon, wild harvested acorns, nuts, and berries. Features singing, games, and a short walk up Eagle Rock Trail to visit Chumash grinding stones on site. Sept. 22, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $88-$120.

805-541-1400. slobg.org/. San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, 3450 Dairy Creek Rd., San Luis Obispo.

Relive history through the people, buildings, and rolling stock of the Railroad District. See where Jack Kerouac wrote, Theodore Roosevelt spoke, and Julia Morgan waited through the night. Sept. 22, 2-4 p.m. $10-$20. 805-210-8687. secretslo. com. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, 1940 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo.

SEPT. 13 – SEPT. 20 2018

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 you

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BEGINNING FENCING CLASSES FOR KIDS AND ADULTS Learn the art and sport

of fencing with the San Luis Highlanders Fencing Club. Equipment provided. Limited to ages 10 and over.

Reservations required. Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. through Oct. 29 Recommended donation of $50. 805-542-9802. sanluishighlanders.org. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY FOOTBALL VS. BROWN Sept. 14, 7 p.m. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

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.

Sept. 18, 5 p.m. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

AIKIDO FOR EVERYONE A Japanese martial art

CAL POLY MEN’S SOCCER VS. WESTMONT All

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.

STRENGTH FOR 50+ Each session begins with

“static back” to realign you spine. Features dumbbells and exercise balls. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9-10 a.m. $88. 805549-1222. ae.slcusd.org. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo.

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CAL POLY MEN’S SOCCER VS. SANTA CLARA

military, vetarans, and first responders get in for free for Heroes Night. Sept. 22, 7 p.m. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY VOLLEYBALL VS. UC DAVIS Sept.

18, 5 p.m. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY WOMEN’S SOCCER VS. CAL BAPTIST Ages 13 and under get in for free for Youth

QI GONG FOR LESS STRESS AND MORE ENERGY Use the gentle standing movements of qi gong

KIDS & FAMILY

QI GONG: STANDING MOVEMENTS Use gentle standing movements to lower stress and increase flexibility. Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. through Oct. 10 $54 for the series; $10 drop in fee. 805-440-4561. balancedlivingayurveda.com. Shell Beach Veterans Memorial Building, 230 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach.

SENIOR BODY FITNESS Please bring your own

weights and bands. Mondays, 11 a.m.-noon $1 per class.

805-598-7108. Cortina Apartments, 241 Courtland St., Arroyo Grande.

SILVER SNEAKERS ZUMBA Appropriate for all

ages and fitness levels. An easy-to-follow dance fitness class. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 9-10 a.m. Free for members; $6 to drop-in. 805-441-7932. Oceano Community Center, 1425 19th St., Oceano, adulted. luciamarschools.org.

WATER EXERCISE FOR ALL AGES These classes help relieve joint pain, enhance your breathing, and increase your range of motion. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 805-481-6399. 5 Cities Swim School, 425 Traffic Way, Arroyo Grande, 5citiesswimschool.com.

OUTDOORS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

CERRITO PEAK/EAGLE ROCK BLOCK PARTY

Enjoy music, children’s activities, live animals, art, informational booths, and opportunities to climb and explore the peak. Hosted by Morro Bay Open Space Alliance. Sept. 22, 2-5 p.m. Free. 805-441-7552. Cerrito Peak/Eagle Rock, Cerrito Place, Morro Bay.

ESTERO BLUFFS COASTAL CLEAN-UP DAY

Hosted by the Cayucos Land Conservancy. Meet at the Fig Tree Parking Area. Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-noon Free. 805995-0805. cayucoslandconservancy.com. Cayucos Land Conservancy, 301 D St., Cayucos.

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THE CHUMASH KITCHEN: AUTUMN ACORN

(SLO) This class integrates the wide-ranging benefits of

music, movement, yoga, mindful awareness training, guided relaxation strategies, expressive arts, and more. Saturdays, 10:15-11 a.m. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity. com/younique-fitness/. Academy of Dance San Luis Obispo, 3422 Miguelito Ct., San Luis Obispo.

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DRAGONFLY CIRCLES (AGES 7-11) IN AG This

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.

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.

DRAGONFLY CIRCLES (AGES 7-11) This enrichment

OCEANO DUNES VISITOR CENTER Enjoy exhibits

AIKIDO FOR KIDS AGE 4-13 AIKI-MITES (age 4-6)

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, 9-10 a.m. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity.com/dragonfly-circles/. Academy of Dance San Luis Obispo, 3422 Miguelito Ct., San Luis Obispo.

DRAMA AND IMAGINATIVE PLAY CLASS: AGES 5-8 Sing, dance, play games, and create stories and

of dune and lagoon plant and animal species. End your visit with a stroll behind the center to the fresh-water lagoon.

Thursdays-Sundays, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-474-2667.

Oceano Dunes Visitor Center, 555 Pier Ave, Oceano.

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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.

FREE GUIDED MEDITATION GROUP Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-noon Free. 805-439-2757. meditationintro.com. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.

DRAMA AND PLAY CLASSES: AGES 2-4 Build

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.

language, develop motor skills, and practice cooperation, concentration, and problem solving. Mondays, 10:15-11 a.m. $120 for 10 weeks. 805-709-0761. pyjamadrama.com/us.

SLO Movement Arts Center, 2074 Parker St., San Luis Obispo.

FAMILY NITE AT 7SISTERS BREWING $5 options include kids’ grilled cheese, kids’ pulled pork sliders, craft root beer floats, and more. Features live Irish music and family activities. Wednesdays, 4-9 p.m. Free. 805-8687133. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, 7SistersBrewing.com.

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.

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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, 18008381381.

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TRADITIONAL AIKIDO BEGINNER’S PROGRAM

Includes the basics and an intro to samurai weapons. This program is based on more than 30 years of experience.

Tuesdays, Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. through Oct. 11 $60.

720-588-0798. kiryu-aikido.com/beginners-slo. Fitness Edge, 795 Buckley Road, Ste. 1, San Luis Obispo.

to lower stress and increase flexibility. Mondays, 9-10 a.m. through Oct. 15 $57 for series; $10 per class. 805-4404561. balancedlivingayurveda.com. Oceano Community Center, 1425 19th St., Oceano.

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Day. Sept. 23, 1 p.m. Alex G. Spanos Stadium, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

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.

BEGINNER’S CHI GONG AND YOGA For adults

This class integrates the wide-ranging benefits of music, movement, yoga, mindful awareness training, guided relaxation strategies, expressive arts, and more. Additionally offered at SLO and Arroyo Grande locations. Tuesdays, 4:30-5:15 p.m. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity. com/younique-fitness/. Atascadero Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

RISE OF A RAILROAD TOWN WALKING TOUR

SPORTS

SAN LUIS OBISPO

YOUNIQUE FITNESS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS

N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

BILINGUAL STORYTIME/ CUENTOS BILINGÜES 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.

KIDS YOGA Experience emotional balance through the physical and mental benefits of yoga by practicing breathing exercises, flowing sequences, balancing poses, and deep relaxation. Mondays, 4:30-5:15 p.m. $15. 805215-4565. omniyogastudio.com. Omni Yoga Studio, 2190 9th St., Los Osos.

PAWS TO READ 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 levels of dancers are welcome. Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. $40 monthly; $12 to drop in. 805-203-6318.

Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, ignitemovementstudio.com/.

DO THE MASH

The San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden hosts its Acorn Mash and Berry Smash on Sept. 22 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Chumash chef and herbalist Violet Cavanaugh and special guests host this special brunch. Admission ranges from $88 to $120. Visit slobg.org for more info.

—C.W.

THEATER DANCE CLASS FOR KIDS An interactive

POTTERY CLASSES AND PAINTING POTS Kids

group for kids ages 9 and up to express themselves through dance and theatrical expression. Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. $40 monthly; $12 to drop in. 805-203-6318.

Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, ignitemovementstudio.com/.

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. 805-896-6197. anamcre.com. Anam Cre Pottery Studio, 1243 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo.

TODDLER STORYTIME Hosted by Ms. Kaela. Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Free. 805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay. A storytime for toddlers ages 18 months-and-up. Share stories, songs, finger plays, bubbles, and more. Wednesdays, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-927-4336. slolibrary.org. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria.

PYJAMA DRAMA: DRAMA AND IMAGINATIVE PLAY CLASSES Drama and imaginative play develops

N O R T H S LO CO 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, 3:15-4:15 p.m. 805-2705523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity.com/dragonfly-circles/.

Atascadero Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

skills that can last a lifetime like the confidence to be brave, desire to share ideas with others, and the joy of solving problems with friends by your side. Saturdays, 11-11:45 a.m. and Mondays, 9:30-11 a.m. $12. 805-7090761. pyjamadrama.com. SLO Movement Arts Center, 2074 Parker St., San Luis Obispo.

RAILROAD FESTIVAL STORY TIME A special story time featuring trains in honor of the Railroad Festival.

For ages 2 and older. Sept. 18, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free.

805-781-5775. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

YOUNIQUE FITNESS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS

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

DRUM CIRCLE With Julie Jensen. You may bring your

own drum if you wish. Those without drums are welcome.

Additional instruments will be available for use. Third Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m. Donations accepted. 805-489-2432. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande.

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21st Annual

Downtown Paso Robles Main Street Association presents . . .

Taste of Downtown 2018

Basil Thai Restaurant Berry Hill Bistro Blue Moon Southwestern Grill Brown Butter Cookie Co. CaliPaso Winery Tasting Room Catch Seafood Bar & Grill Cold Stone Creamery Derby Wine Estates Diablo Paso (Winery) F. McLintock’s Saloon Fish Gaucho Frolicking Frog Cellars Good Times Café Hoyt Family Vineyards Jeffry’s Wine Country BBQ Marv’s Original Pizza Co.

Paso Robles

Orale Taqueria Odyssey World Café Pappy McGregor’s Gastro Pub Park Cinemas Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse Pasolivo Downtown Tasting Rm Pine Street Saloon Sea Shell Vineyards & Cellars SLO Sweets Spice of Life Red Scooter Deli Thomas Hill Organics Vino Vargas Vivant Fine Cheese We Olive Paso Robles Wine Boss Beer & Wine Lounge

GUIDED SOUND HEALING MEDITATION With Julie Jensen. Third Monday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m. $25. 805-489-2432. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande.

CAMBRIA FARMERS MARKET Fridays, 2:30-5:30 p.m.

Free. 805-395-6659. cambriafarmersmarket.com. Cambria Veterans Memorial Hall, 1000 Main Street, Cambria.

HOUSE OF GOD CHURCH SERVICES Join Pastor

FARMERS MARKET Farmers Market in SLO is the

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.

INTUITIVE CIRCLE CLASSES Explore your gift of

receiving and giving intuitive information during these classes hosted by Julie Jensen. Every other Tuesday, 6:308 p.m. $25. 805-489-2432. 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.

SUNDAY FOR SPIRIT PSYCHIC READINGS

Features an assortment of psychic readers. Sundays, 1-5 p.m. Vaires. 805-489-2432. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 S. Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande.

YOUTH SERVICES The City Church Central Coast holds

youth services for junior high school students. Mondays, 6:30 p.m. Free. 805-929-8990. thecitycc.org. Faith Life Community Church, 726 W Tefft St, Nipomo.

VOLUNTEERS

SAN LUIS OBISPO

Arte de Tiza

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STARTS 8 am

Your Pass entitles you to:  Samples from 32 restaurants and wine-tasting rooms-11 am to 4 pm  Arte de Tiza Chalk Art - 8 am  DJ 11 am - 4 pm

SPONSORS ARTE de TIZA:

Paso Robles Art Association, Thaddeus Sherman Masonic Lodge #196, Rita’s Rainbow A Paso Robles Main Street Association event~

34TH ANNUAL SLO COUNTY COASTAL CLEANUP DAY Choose from more than 30 sites

throughout SLO County to volunteer at. Sept. 15, 9 a.m.noon Free. 805-544-1777. ecoslo.org/coastal-cleanup-day.

SLO County, Countywide, San Luis Obispo.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEER TUTORS Literacy for Life

SLO trains community members to be volunteer tutors, who go on to teach basic english language skills to adults. Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $25. 805-541-4219. literacyforlifeslo.org. Union Bank, 995 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

FELINE NETWORK OF THE CENTRAL COAST Seeking volunteers to provide foster homes for foster kittens or cats with special needs. The Feline Network pays for food, litter, and any medications needed.

Volunteers also needed to help with humanely trapping and transporting feral cats for spay/neuter. ongoing 805-5499228. felinenetwork.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.

September 28–30, 2018

Old Days is sponsored by the Los Alamos Valley Men’s Club, a volunteer group of men, women & families dedicated to preserving the town’s unique Western character.

For Details & More Info:

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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.

NIPOMO FARMERS MARKET Includes a 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.

EVENTS ORCHARD TO TABLE DINNER Enjoy a 5-course

dinner in an intimate olive orchard setting (limited to 40 people). Visit site or call for reservations and more info.

Sept. 15, 7-10 p.m. $115. 805-227-4223. olivasdeoro.com/ events.html. Olivas de Oro, 4625 La Panza Rd., Creston.

N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y

FALL WINE CLUB PICKUP PARTY Enjoy newly

released wines paired with gourmet sliders by Crush Catering. Features live music by the James River Band.

Sept. 22, 1-4 p.m. $0-$15. 805-467-2417. Four Sisters Ranch, 2995 Pleasant Rd., San Miguel.

SUMMER GRILL AND CHILL Enjoy grilled dishes from Executive Chef Randal Torres, wine, and more. Sept.

15, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $12-$14. 805-227-4812. vinarobles. com. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.

SUNSET VINEYARD HAYRIDE Features live music,

backyard barbecue by Railroad BBQ Co., vineyard hayrides, and Doce Robles’ wines. No outside food or beverages allowed. Wines available by the glass or bottle only. Sept. 22, 5-8 p.m. $10-$30. 805-227-4766. Doce Robles Winery, 2023 Twelve Oaks Dr., Paso Robles, docerobleswinery.com.

TASTE OF DOWNTOWN PASO ROBLES AND ARTE DE TIZA

Features samples from more than 35 restaurants and tasting rooms. Guests can also enjoy viewing the Art Association’s Arte de Tiza sidewalk chalk art drawings. Sept. 15, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $25. 805-238-4103. PasoRoblesDowntown.org. Paso Robles Main Street Association, 835 12th St., Suite D, Paso Robles.

HOSPICE SLO COUNTY THRESHOLD SINGERS SEEK NEW VOICES Sing for individuals experiencing

TWILIGHT HOUR Features wine by the glass (or bottle)

every Tuesday. Tuesdays, 4-9 p.m. 805-461-5100. thecarlton.com/dining/the-nautical-cowboy. The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

life-limiting or end-of life conditions. Third Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. Free. 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/ services/hospice-slo-county-threshold-singers. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.

as well as food available for purchase. Sept. 14, 5-7 p.m.

805-226-4200. Jada Vineyard and Winery, 5620 Vineyard Dr., Paso Robles, jadavineyard.com.

MEALS ON WHEELS Meals on Wheels, San Luis

7SISTERS BREWING CO. ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY Features special beers all

SLO REP SEEKING VOLUNTEER BARTENDERS

Just South of Santa Maria on Hwy 101 in Wine Country!

electric cars and bikes, talk to their owners, and get general information on EVs and their operation. Sept. 13, 6-9 p.m.

Free. 805-704-1549. carbonfreeslo.org. San Luis Obispo Farmers Market, Broad and Higuera, San Luis Obispo.

TRI TIP TUESDAYS Enjoy Santa Maria style tri tip

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, 786-2440.

Greatest Little Small Town Parade, Tri-Tip BBQ, Artisan Faire, Car Show, Dance & More

NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC WEEK: SLO FARMERS MARKET Check out several models of

volunteers to provide front desk coverage and support its staff. Volunteers answer phones, greet clients, and create a warm, welcoming environment. Approximately 2 to 4 hours per week. Mondays, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through Oct. 8 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/volunteer/sign-up.

Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.

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.

Photo Credit: Jeffrey Bloom Photography

largest Farmers Market in California. Thursdays, 6:10-9 p.m. Downtown SLO, Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

SEPT. 13 – SEPT. 20 2018

HOSPICE SLO COUNTY OFFICE VOLUNTEERS Hospice SLO County is seeking office

Fun for the Entire Family!

72nd Annual Los Alamos Valley Old Days

SAN LUIS OBISPO

N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y 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.

11 am - 4 pm * Passes - $25

KPRL 1230 AM * Paso Printers * Paso Telecom

6505 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

ART CENTER MORRO BAY Seeking volunteers to be

Saturday, Sept. 15th

Thank you to these business for supporting this event. . . .

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FOOD & DRINK FARMERS MARKETS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

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,

SAN LUIS OBISPO

night, wine tasting, live music with B and The Hive, a drag show with SLO Queerdos, and more. Sept. 21, 4-11:45 p.m. Free. 805-868-7133. 7SistersBrewing.com. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

FLAVORS OF THE CREAMERY An afternoon of food and drink tastings. Faeturing live music by Dave Aguallo.

Sept. 16, 12-4 p.m. Free; food and drinks for purchase within restaurants. Creamery Marketplace, 570 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-781-3133, creameryslo.com.

TASTE OF SLO: WALKING FOOD TOUR Visit

five different destinations in downtown SLO per tour.

All food and drinks are included. Mondays, Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. through Sept. 5 $85. 320-420-9853. tasteofslowalkingfoodtour.com. Downtown SLO, Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

TGIF @ TMC Proceeds benefit the Monday Clubhouse Conservancy Fine Arts Awards Program. Enjoy music, food, drinks, and more. Sept. 14, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $25 in advance; $30 at the door. 805-541-0594. themondayclubslo.org. The Monday Club, 1815 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo. ∆

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Strictly Starkey

BY GLEN STARKEY

Whale of a good time!

Lake Street Dive headlines the annual Whale Rock Music and Arts Festival

A

t first glance, Lake Street Dive seems like a sugary pop act.

Populated by a group of lifelong musicians and multi-instrumentalists trained at the prestigious New England Conservatory of Music, the group’s shiny happy music is the bubblegum smack track of ’50s drive-in movie make-out sessions. Dig a little deeper, however, and Lake Street Dive is a slyly subversive excavator of the human condition.

Take, for instance, “Baby Don’t Leave Me Alone with My Thoughts” off their 2018 album Free Yourself Up. “Hard times, hard times/ When I really need somebody to hold me tight/ And tell me I’m strong/ Last night, last night/ You were really there for me, so thank you/ For playin’ along,” it begins with a slick PHOTO COURTESY OF RICHARD FUSILLO

ART AND MUSIC Singer-songwriter Jenny Ashley releases her new album Foreign Cinema on Sept. 13, at A Satellite of Love.

MUSIC

R&B groove before turning from romantic to abusive: “But I gotta be honest with you, baby/ This is not about love/ I gotta be honest with you, baby/ It’s not above/ Usin’ you to get me through the night.”

Hey, thanks for being honest, right?

Then after the chorus, another verse and another chorus, comes the breakdown, a whiplash Frank Zappa-esque musical pirouette that would do the Mothers of Invention proud: “Would you be my human shield?/ Hold you so that I don’t feel anything?/ Hold you so that I don’t feel the ringin’ in my head?”

Their clever lyrics, crafty and winking messages, and superb musicianship elevate the band well beyond their overly polished sound. On “Good Kisser,” they lament being brokenhearted while skewering their smack-talking heartbreaker: “If you’re gonna tell them everything/ Tell ’em I’m a good kisser/ Tell ’em all the things you told me/ In your desperate whisper/ If you’re gonna tell them everything/ Don’t leave out the good part/ Tell ’em the way that you broke my heart/ When you told me that you missed her/ Tell ’em I’m a good kisser.”

Lake Street Dive is the icing on the cake of what promises to be a stellar weekend of live music at the annual Whale Rock Music and Arts Festival, this Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 15 to 16, at Castoro Cellars’ Whale Rock Vineyard. It’s a beautiful setting, and the weekend includes activities for the whole family. Visit whalerockmusicfestival.com for a complete listing of activities, events,

JON STEPHENS LIVE Thursdays, 5 p.m. Free.

805-927-0175. lascambritas.com. Las Cambritas, 2336 Main Street, Cambria.

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.

LIVE JAM AT OTTER ROCK Thursdays, 8 p.m.

Free. 805-772-1420. otterrockcafe.com. The Otter Rock Cafe, 885 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. LIVE MUSIC AT OLD CAYUCOS TAVERN Fridays, Saturdays Free. 805-995-3209. oldcayucostavern. com. Old Cayucos Tavern & Cardroom, 130 N Ocean Ave, Cayucos.

BANJERDAN LIVE Tuesdays, 3 p.m. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-9274200, cambriapineslodge.com.

8 p.m. Free. 805-772-1420. otterrockcafe.com. The Otter Rock Cafe, 885 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

BOB BENJAMIN AT CAMBRIA PUB Fridays, 6-9

LIVE MUSIC AT STAX Thursdays, Sundays, 6-8

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.

BOB BENJAMIN AT LAS CAMBRITAS Saturdays, 6 p.m. Free. 805-927-3563. lascambritas.com. Las Cambritas, 2336 Main Street, Cambria.

BOBBY MALONE LIVE Saturdays, 3-6 p.m. Free.

Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com.

DAVID MASSENGILL LIVE Presented by Songwriters At Play. Sept. 18, 6:30-9 p.m. $11.49.

805-204-6821. Morro Bay Wine Seller, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

LIVE MUSIC AT OTTER ROCK Fridays-Sundays,

p.m. Free. 805-772-5055. staxwine.com. Stax Wine Bar & Bistro, 1099 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

LOUIE ORTEGA LIVE Tuesdays, 8-11 p.m.

Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, 805-927-4200, cambriapineslodge.com.

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. SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: TREVOR MCSPADDEN Special guests include Donna

PHOTO COURTESY OF LAKE STREET DIVE

SLY FOXES Lake Street Dive headlines the second day of the Sept. 15 to 16 Whale Rock Music Festival at Castoro Cellars’ Whale Rock Vineyard.

and performers, who also include Aloe Blacc, Fruition, Oregone, Con Brio, Rayland Baxter, Mipso, Joey Dosik, Nicole Stromsoe, Jade Jackson, the Coffis Bothers & The Mountain Men, Samba Loca, Mama Tumba, Mannequins by Day, Miss Leo & Her Bluegrass Boys, and B and the Hive.

That’s an eclectic mash of excellent music, a gorgeous setting, and good times with your friends and neighbors! (A two-day pass is $110 or get a day pass for $75; all ages; food and beverage vendors include Bliss Café, Grilled Cheese Incident, Lemoine

Créperie, Hurricane Kitchen, Choco’s Mexican Grill, Higgie’s World BBQ, Kona Ice, All Event Corn Roasting, SLO Mama Sweets, Zen Dog, Nimita’s Indian Cuisine, The Neighborhood Acai & Juice Bar, and, of course, Castoro Cellars wines.)

Phillips and Mare Wakefield & Nomad.

Sept. 17, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. songwritersatplay.com/calendar/. Morro Bay Wine Seller, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

Saturdays, 5-8 p.m.

Free. 805-237-1425. asuncionridge.com.

Asuncion Ridge, 725 12th St., Paso Robles.

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ADAM LEVINE AND JUDY PHILBIN Levine and Philbin perform live jazz. Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.

Free. 805-238-2834. labellasera.com. Enoteca Restaurant and Bar, 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles.

BANJERDAN AT ASUNCION RIDGE Enjoy live music from multi-instrumentalist BanjerDan (Dan Mazer). Sept. 15, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-2371425. Asuncion Ridge, 725 12th St., Paso Robles, asuncionridge.com.

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.

GENERATION GAP PERFORMANCE An evening of classic and contemporary rock hits from the ‘70s and ‘80s. Call for reservations. Sept. 14, 7:30-10 p.m. $10 cover; $5 for wine club members.

805-227-6800. danbino.com/events. D’anbino Vineyards and Cellars, 710 Pine St, Paso Robles.

GUEST ARTIST NIGHT : DAVID FOSTER EVANS AND BANJER DAN Sept. 13, 6-9 p.m.

Donations accepted at tip jar. 805-710-3309. Last Stage West, 15050 Morro Rd, Highway 41 at Torro Creek Road, Atascadero, laststagewest.net.

LIVE MUSIC AT ASUNCION RIDGE Fridays,

‘Beautiful heavy’

Local country singer-songwriter Jenny Ashley, who—full disclosure—I work with in the Cal Poly English Department where we’re both lecturers, will release STARKEY continued page 42

LIVE MUSIC AT BROKEN EARTH

SEPT. 13 – SEPT. 20 2018

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.

MACMASTERS AND JOHNSON LIVE Sept. 21, 7-9 p.m. Donations accepted at tip jar. 805-7103309. The Porch Cafe, 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, theporchcafe.com/.

PASO ROBLES IN THE PARK CONCERT SERIES Featuring Dulcie Taylor and her band.

Blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets are welcome. Wine, beer, soda will be available for purchase. Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-237-3987.

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her new album Foreign Cinema this Thursday, Sept. 13, at A Satellite of Love (1335 Walker St., SLO).

Ashley has the literary sensibilities of Lucinda Williams, and they’re on full display in this affecting new collection of personal songs.

“I only write songs when something is troubling me,” Ashley remarked. “Song writing, like any form of art, is cathartic.

A lot of people ask me how is it that I do so much—teach, write, photograph—but creatively, I only do what feels absolutely necessary. If I’m troubled, I’m going to write a song about it or else I won’t heal.”

Ashley tapped another Cal Poly English lecturer, Jon Bartel of The Creston Line, to record the new album in his Northwall Studio.

“Jon makes every song a reality. It’s a collaboration,” Ashley explained. “He transforms my lyrics and melody into fullfledged songs by writing guitar, tracking the instrumentation, producing my vocals, mixing and mastering each track.”

Ashley shot the artwork for the album in the Palm Theatre, explaining, “Since I’m a visual artist as well, I wanted the album cover to be its own piece of art.”

She stood in front of the screen as John Luc Godard’s 1962 film Vivre Sa Vie flickered on the screen, and she tapped well-known photographer Richard Fusillo to carry out her vision.

Strictly Starkey Winery this Thursday, Sept. 13 (6 p.m.; all ages; $25 presale at Boo Boo’s and ticketfly.com or $30 at the door).

Meanwhile, Santa Cruz surf-skate rock and dance act The Expendables plays The Siren on Thursday, Sept. 13 (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $20 presale at Boo Boo’s and ticketfly.com or $22 at the door).

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STRAIGHT OUTTA SANTA CRUZ Skate and surf lifestyle band The Expendables play The Siren on Sept. 13.

Reggae act Inna Vision plays Friday, Sept. 14, at The Siren (7 p.m.; 21-andolder; $13 presale at Boo Boo’s and ticketfly.com or $15 at the door), with Arise Roots opening.

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Don’t forget classic British invasion band The Zombies play the Fremont PHOTO COURTESY OF GALACTIC Theater this Thursday, Sept. 13 (8:30 p.m.; 16-and-older; $10 to $55 at Boo Boo’s and eventbrite. com). This legendary act formed in 1961 and enjoyed hits such as “She’s Not There,” “Tell Her No,” and “Time of the Season.”

Do you dig Tom Petty? Of course you do! Who doesn’t?

Petty Theft, San Francisco’s Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, returns to the Fremont this Saturday, Sept.

NOLA FUNKSTERS Galactic brings their funky 15 (8:30 p.m.; all ages; $20 at Boo instrumental sounds to the Fremont Theater on Sept. 17.

Boo’s and eventbrite.com). Expect all the classic hits and some choice deep cuts for diehard Petty fans.

While Ashley’s alt-country roots New Orleans-based jazz-funk ensemble remain intact on the album, there are Galactic closes out the week at the definitely more sharp angles: “On this Fremont Theater this Monday, Sept. 17 album, there’s more edge and rock ’n’ roll.

(8 p.m.; 16-and-older; $31 at Boo Boo’s If you like Neko Case or Ryan Adams, and eventbrite.com). This phat-sounding you’ll find something on Foreign Cinema instrumental sextet will light your fire. you like,” she noted.

The album release party will also include performances by Jon Bartel and Hat trick Lompoc singer-songwriter Emily Wryn.

Vina Robles Amphitheatre has three The $10 suggested donation at the door great shows teed up, starting with will also get you a signed CD PHOTO COURTESY OF NEEDTOBREATHE and poster. Foreign Cinema will also be for sale at Traffic Records in Atascadero and Boo Boo Records in SLO. “There’s ice on the ground/ And I don’t wanna leave/ But bones are brittle / And knuckles bleed/ An anvil, a stone/ A diamond in coal/ An anchor, a chain/ To have and to hold/ Beautiful heavy,” Ashley sings THE GOOD WORD Christian rock act Needtobreathe on “Hawk,” one of the album’s plays Vina Robles Amphitheatre on Sept. 19. eight songs that will haunt and astound. Don’t miss this! inveterate performers Los Lobos and The Mavericks this Thursday, Full throttle Sept. 13 (7:30 p.m.; all ages; $45 to $55 at Numbskull and Good Medicine vinaroblesamphitheatre.com). Ozomatli will Presents have their pedal to the metal open for the two Grammy Award winners. this week. Don’t forget the amazing Nashville singer-songwriter Todd Snider plays at Tooth & Nail STARKEY continued page 43

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Legendary progressive rock icons, Kansas, play Vina Robles on Saturday, Sept. 15 (7 p.m.; all ages; $45 to $95 at vinaroblesamphitheatre.com), with Asia featuring John Payne opening. This is the new date from the original June 8 show the band, known for hits such as “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind,” had to cancel.

Finally, Christian rock act Needtobreathe plays Vina next Wednesday, Sept. 19 (7 p.m.; all ages; $40 to $60 at vinaroblesamphitheatre. com), with Johnnyswim and Forest Blakk opening.

“Coming off of one of the most adventurous records we’ve ever made, followed by two of the most challenging and ambitious tours we’ve ever put together, we wanted our next project to be something that took us even further out on a limb. These new songs document the season we’re in as a band right now. We’re extremely proud of it and wanted to put it out as fast as possible,” Needtobreathe said in press materials.

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Reggae superstar Pato Banton plays SLO Brew on Sunday, Sept. 16 (7 p.m.; 18-and-older; $15 at ticketweb.com). He’s got more than a dozen studio albums under his belt, but he’s still best known for his hit “Legalize It!” College radio station KCPR presents Flamingosis at SLO Brew on Wednesday, Sept. 19 (10 p.m.; 18-andolder; $12 at ticketweb.com). Flamingosis makes beats and electronic music mixing hip-hop and jazz.

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The Zen Mountain Poets bring their feel-good sounds to Sweet Springs Saloon this Saturday, Sept. 15 (9 p.m.; 21-andolder; free). Featuring Robyn Saxer (vocals/keyboards/ukulele/French horn), Billy Clayton (vocals/rhythm guitar), Anthony Roselli (drums/harmonica/ backing vocals), and Chad Hoffman (electric/upright bass), the band will also add in Mike Flactiff (congas/percussion) and Matt Allie (lead guitar), “two talented individuals who add to the positivity and good vibes the Zen Mountain Poets are known for,” the band said in an email.

“You may even get to meet Ethelene, Chad’s upright bass, who gives a beautiful new sound to our compositions.”

Grammy Award-winning conguero Poncho Sanchez and his Latin Jazz Band headline the eighth Annual Benefit for the Harold J. Miossi Cultural and Performing Arts Center at Cuesta College, on Sunday, Sept. 16 (3 p.m.; all-ages; $40 at tickets.cuesta.edu).

Ohio singer-songwriter Renee Dion plays Last Stage West this Sunday, Sept. 16 (6 p.m.; all-ages; free). She grew up around music; her father was a jazz DJ and her mother a schoolteacher who kept a pen and journal in her hands. ∆ 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.

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MUSIC LISTINGS from page 41 Paso Robles City Park Gazebo, Spring and 12th St., Paso Robles.

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.

THE REAL BLUES JAM NORTH All Blues musicians, regardless of experience, are welcome to join this jam session. Hosted by Ted Waterhouse with Bruce Willard and Dean Giles. Thursdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $5 donation/musicians exempt.

805-704-5116. danbino.com. D’anbino Vineyards and Cellars, 710 Pine St, Paso Robles.

RENEE DION LIVE Dion performs alternative soul. Sept. 16, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-461-1393. reneedion.com/site/. Last Stage West, 15050 Morro Rd, Highway 41 at Torro Creek Road, Atascadero.

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.

JAZZ JAM SESSIONS AT UNITY CONCERT HALL Hosted by the SLO County Jazz Federation.

Third Wednesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Free.

805-543-1200. Unity Concert Hall, 1130 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.

KBONG LIVE For ages 21 and over. Sept. 15, 10 p.m. $14. SLO Brew, 736 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-543-1843, slobrew.com.

KCPR PRESENTS: FLAMINGOSIS AT SLO BREW Enjoy electronic music with jazz influences.

6:30-9 p.m. $10. 805-204-6821. songwritersatplay. com/calendar/. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: LAUREN HATCHER Guests can enjoy pop-rock anthems and tender ballads. Special guests include Cleo Millenia, Edie Irving, Sara Biklen, and Amalia Fleming.

Sept. 13, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. songwritersatplay.com/calendar/. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

SUMMER JAZZ CONCERT SERIES Fridays, 6:30-9 p.m. through Sept. 28 $5-$15. 805-5470278. The4Cats.com. The 4 Cats Cafe and Gallery, 1531 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

TIM JACKSON LIVE Sept. 22, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805868-7133. 7SistersBrewing.com. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. PHOTO COURTESY OF STEVE KEY Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

For ages 18 and over. Features opening support from UNIIQU3. Sept. 19, 10 p.m.-midnight slobrew.

TRIBUTE TO BOB DYLAN Presented by Songwriters at Play. Performers include Miss Leo, Archie Logsdon, Holly Ann Lewis, David Foster Evans & Debra Windsong, Bruce Goldish, Loren Radis, Steve Kindel, Nick Rolen, and Dan Grant. Sept. 20, 6:30-9 p.m. $10. 805-868-7133. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, 7SistersBrewing.com.

RICHARD GREENE LIVE Enjoy the musical stylings of acoustic guitarist Richard Greene. Thursdays, 6-9 p.m. through Sept. 30 Free. 805-461-5100.

The Nautical Cowboy, 6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero.

SATURDAY LIVE Live music every Saturday afternoon. Wine and lunch offerings available for purchase.

Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-2274812. vinarobles.com. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.

THE ZOMBIES LIVE Sept.

13 The Fremont Theater, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 805-546-8600, fremontslo.com.

SHELLY AND THE CLASSICS: CONCERT AND FUNDRAISER Features Cow Pie Bingo and a free outdoor concert by Shelly and the Classics. Guests can enjoy food, drinks, games, and more. $800 cash prize offered during Bingo. Sept. 16, 4-7:30 p.m. Free; $25 per Bingo square. 805466-1961. atascaderoprintery.org/.

Atascadero Printery Building, 6351 Olmeda Ave., Atascadero.

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ACOUSTIC SUNDAYS Sundays, 3-6 p.m. Seaventure Restaurant, 100 Oceanview Ave, Pismo Beach, 805-779-1779, seaventure.com.

FRIDAY MUSIC NIGHT AT AVILA BEACH RESORT Enjoy acoustic music from local artists with food and drinks from Mulligan’s. Fridays, 5-8 p.m.

Free. 805-595-4000. Avila Beach Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Dr., Avila Beach.

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by Steve Key. Different acts every weekend. Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805226-8881. sculpterra.com. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: TREVOR MCSPADDEN McSpadden’s country songs deal with heartbreak, infidelity, and romantic longing. Special guests include Renee Dion, Cassi Nicholls, Dan Daniel, and Dennis Russell. Sept.

16, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-204-6821. songwritersatplay.com/calendar/.

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Bard. Sept. 23, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-2046821. songwritersatplay.com/calendar/.

Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

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com/live. SLO Brew, 736 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-543-1843.

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.

GENERATIN GAP PERFORMANCE Featuring Alisa

Mounts, Gary Liwanag, Bob Barr, Jim Miller, and Doug Shelton.

Sept. 21, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free; tips welcome. 805-489-9099. branchstreetdeli.com/livemusic. Branch Street Deli, 203 E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande.

food or bring your own (community grill available). Wine available by the bottle or glass.

No outside alcohol or pets allowed. Lawn chairs recommended. Sept. 21, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $15; free to Wine Club members and children under 6. 805238-9940. pomarjunction.com/events/. Pomar Junction Vineyards & Winery, 5036 S. El Pomar Dr., Templeton.

LIVE AT SLO BREW: PATO BANTON Reggae artist Pato Banton performs. For ages 18 and over.

Sept. 16, 7-11 p.m. slobrew.com/live. SLO Brew, 736 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-543-1843.

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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.

VERN SANDERS LIVE This jazz pianist covers

NOCHE CALIENTE Fridays, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.

359 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, 805-489-3639.

805-541-096. slograd.com. The Graduate, 990 Industrial Way, San Luis Obispo.

SIDE EFFECTS Tuesdays Free. 805-773-6563.

songs from the Great American Songbook.

Sundays, 5-8 p.m. 805-238-2834. Enoteca Restaurant and Bar, 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles, labellasera.com/enoteca-restaurant.

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AARON PORTER LIVE Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m. Free.

805-868-7133. 7SistersBrewing.com. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

ANNUAL CPAC BENEFIT: PONCHO SANCHEZ AND HIS LATIN JAZZ BAND Admission includes

Fridays, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Free. 805-541-8733. motherstavern.com. Mother’s Tavern, 725 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo.

PINT NITE WITH JOANMARIE & THE WAVEBREAKERS Central Coast vocalist JoanMarie Asher teams up with Tom Bringle and Wendy Stockton of The Wavebreakers for an evening of bluegrass-inspired covers and originals. Sept. 14, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-868-7133.

7SistersBrewing.com. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

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salsa dance lessons to the first 50 attendees, refreshments, wine tasting, silent auction, raffles, and more. Sept. 16, 3-6 p.m. $40. Cuesta College Cultural and Performing Arts Center, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, 805-546-3198, cuesta.edu.

summer concert series. Saturdays, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Free. The San Luis Obispo Collection, 870 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, 415-394-6500.

BRASSTRACKS LIVE Sept. 13, 10 p.m. $10. SLO Brew, 736 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, 805-5431843, slobrew.com.

Logsdon, Holly Ann Lewis, David Foster Evans & Debra Windsong, Bruce Goldish, Loren Radis, Steve Kindel, Dan Grant, and Nick Rolen. Sept. 20,

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SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: BOB DYLAN TRIBUTE Performers are Miss Leo, Archie

Fridays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-773-4300. thedolphinbay.com. Lido Restaurant at Dolphin Bay, 2727 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach.

OPEN BLUES JAM Wednesdays Mongo’s Saloon,

puffersofpismo.com. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach.

SIZZLIN’ SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Concerts include acts that perform various genres, from traditional rock to blues. Sundays, 3-6 p.m. through Sept. 30 Free. 805-473-4580. groverbeach.org. Ramona Garden Park Center, 993 Ramona Ave., Grover Beach.

SMOOTH SUNDAY LIVE MUSIC Fourth Sunday of every month, 2-5 p.m. through Oct. 28 Free with wine purchase. 805-627-1443. morovino.com.

Morovino Winery, 468 Front Street, Avila Beach.

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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BILL WOODS LIVE Sept. 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free.

Moxie Cafe, 1317 W. McCoy Ln., Santa Maria, 805361-2900, moxiecafe.com.

BOB CLARK LIVE Sept. 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free.

Moxie Cafe, 1317 W. McCoy Ln., Santa Maria, 805361-2900, moxiecafe.com.

JAZZ JAM Instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome to join in with the house trio. Third Saturday of every month, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-9376400. Ca’ Del Grevino Cafe and Wine Bar, 400 E. Clark Ave., suite A, Orcutt.

L’ENFANT TERRIBLE LIVE Sept. 15 Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, 805-9378110, presquilewine.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT CA’ DEL GREVINO Enjoy live 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.

LIVE MUSIC AT MOXIE CAFE Enjoy live music from 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.

LIVE MUSIC AT O’SULLIVAN’S Featuring live entertainment from local and touring alternative, indie, rock, punk, reggae, ska, alt-country, and other left-of-center musicians several times throughout each month. ongoing Free. O’Sullivan’s Pub, 633 E. Main St., Santa Maria, 805-925-0658, osullivanspub.net.

LIVE MUSIC AT PRESQU’ILE Different acts every Friday evening. Fridays, 4-6 p.m. Free. Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, 805-9378110, presquilewine.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT ROONEY’S Live music or a DJ

DANCE LESSONS WITH CAMMIE AND BRIAN

every Friday night. Fridays, 9 p.m. Free. 805-9343777. rooneysirishpub.net. Rooney’s Irish Pub, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt.

Come learn a variety of ballroom, swing, and latin dances. Mondays, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. $10.

888-395-4965. atownballroom.com/. Atascadero Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

T-BONE RAMBLERS LIVE Sept. 14 Presqu’ile Winery, 5391 Presqu’ile Dr., Santa Maria, 805-9378110, presquilewine.com.

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SIP MUSIC CLUB Pairing music and local wine with 4 seasonal releases each calendar year. Price includes 3 VIP access tickets to each SipMusic event, and 1 album and 1 bottle of premium wine every 3 months. ongoing $40. Lompoc Wine Factory, 321 N. D St., Lompoc, 805-243-8398, lompocwinefactory.com.

THOMAS PANDOLFI LIVE Opening performance of the Lompoc Concert Association 2018-19 season. Sept. 15, 7:30 p.m. $5-$25. 805-588-5971. lompocconcert.org. First United Methodist Church, 925 North F St., Lompoc.

THE YA YA FESTIVAL Enjoy live music from Dave

SUNDAY DANCE PARTIES A weekly dance party that includes free dance lessons. Sundays, 6-8 p.m.

Free; $5 on DJ nights. 888-395-4965. Atascadero Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

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80’S PROM Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and dancing to 80’s hits. For ages 18 and over. Formal 80’s attire and costumes encouraged Proceeds benefit RISE SLO. Sept. 15, 6-11 p.m. $12 and up.

805-503-0170. slogrrrl.com/80-s-prom. SLO Guild Hall, 2880 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

COUNTRY NIGHT Thursdays, 8 p.m.-2 a.m.

805-541-096. slograd.com. The Graduate, 990 Industrial Way, San Luis Obispo.

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Alvin & The Guilty Ones, Ruthie Foster, Michael On Fire, and Steve Poltz. This event also features arts and crafts, food and drink, and clothing and jewelry vendors. Sept. 22, 2-10 p.m. $60. talesfromthetavern. com/tftt-concerts/. Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang, 805-928-7731.

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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BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS WITH A-TOWN BALLROOM Dance lessons with Cammie Velci and Brian Reeves. Singles and couples from all levels of experience are welcome. Mondays, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. $10-$15. 888-395-4965. atownballroom.com.

Atascadero Agricultural Hall, 5035 Palma Ave., Atascadero.

DANCE LESSON AND DANCE PARTY Come learn a variety of ballroom, swing, and Latin dances. Followed by a potluck dance party. Sundays, 5-7:30 p.m. $10.

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FAMILY FRIENDLY OPEN MIC An open mic for all ages hosted by Professor Matt Saxking Tuttle.

Fridays, Saturdays, 5-7 p.m. Free. San Simeon Lodge Restaurant, 9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon.

KARAOKE AT OTTER ROCK Wednesdays, 8 p.m.

Free. 805-772-1420. otterrockcafe.com. The Otter Rock Cafe, 885 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

OPEN MIC WITH MATT SAXKING TUTTLE All ages and skill levels welcome. Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. through April 16 Free. 916-694-9466. San Simeon Lodge Lounge, 9520 Castillo Dr., San Simeon.

UNCORK THE MIC: AN UNCONVENTIONAL OPEN MIC SESSION Hosted by Michelle Morrow.

This session features a singer/songwriter/musician each week. To be featured on Uncork the Mic, email uncorkthemic@gmail.com. Mondays-Sundays, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-772-5055. Staxwine.com. Stax Wine Bar & Bistro, 1099 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. N O R T H S LO C O U N T Y

OPEN MIC AT THE LAST STAGE WEST Bring your own acoustic instrument or play on the house guitar or piano. Sundays, 5-9 p.m. Free. 805-461-1393. Last Stage West, 15050 Morro Rd, Highway 41 at Torro Creek Road, Atascadero, laststagewest.net.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT DARK STAR With host Rusty Hobbs. No cover charge. Fridays, 5:30-9 p.m.

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OPEN MIC NIGHT AT 7SISTERS For musicians, poets, and comedians. Family-friendly. Performers get a free beer. Sundays, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-8687133. 7sistersbrewing.com/calendar. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KREUZBERG Wednesdays Free. 805-439-2060. kreuzbergcalifornia.com. Kreuzberg Coffee Company, 685 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo.

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The Central Coast State Parks Association (CCSPA) will be hosting the 16th annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival, Sept. 27 through 29, from approximately 7 to 9:30 p.m. each night. While the festival’s nearly 30 films cover a wide range of topics, nature is the central theme found in all of them. The festival moves locations each night, at venues in San Luis Obispo, Grover Beach, and Los Osos.

The pass for all three days costs $40. Single day passes are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. CCSPA members and children will receive discounted prices. Visit centralcoastparks.org/filmfest for more information.

An occasion to celebrate

7Sisters Brewing Company is celebrating its one-year anniversary in style on Friday, Sept. 21, from 4 to 11 p.m.

This celebration event includes a wine tasting from Ultima Tulie Wines, live music from B and The Hive, and a drag show from SLOQueerdos. The entirety of the event is both kid- and dog-friendly.

The celebration is free to attend. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. The first 50 people to arrive will be off to a particularly good start with a complimentary bomber of anniversary beer. Visit the event’s Facebook page for more information.

Fundraising by the sea

The third annual Swingin’

By The Sea Chapman Estate Foundation Fundraiser will be held at the Chapman Estate on Saturday, Sept. 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The estate is a highly visible tudor-style home toward the end of Ocean Boulevard in Pismo Beach.

Clifford Chapman expressed a desire for his home to be used for community events after his passing. The Clifford Foundation raises funds each year to keep the estate running smoothly.

Chair seating is $100 and table seating is $125. Guests will be able to walk around the grounds, take docent-led tours, and watch artists in action. Artwork will be up for grabs during the live auction.

This event also features live music and complimentary food and drink samples offered by local vendors. Visit chapmanestatefoundation.org for more information. ∆ —Ashley Ladin

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BY GLEN STARKEY

On a roll Kerouac’s On the Road scroll manuscript to be displayed at the SLO Library

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tarting on Friday, Sept. 21, the manuscript for writer Jack Kerouac’s seminal 1957 fictionalized but autobiographical novel On the Road will be on display and open to the public at the SLO Library. It’s perhaps the most important Beat Generation artifact in existence, one surrounded by mythos. On the Road was purportedly written on a 120-footlong roll of paper in a 20-day coffee- and Benzedrine-fueled flurry.

“That’s not writing, it’s typing,” Truman Capote devastatingly sneered as a putdown to On the Road. Capote, the celebrated author of In Cold Blood and Breakfast at Tiffany’s, was half right, but not in the way he intended. He meant to take issue with Kerouac’s innovative “bop spontaneous” writing style, not the purported speed at which he wrote the book or the medium upon which it was recorded.

Kerouac could type 100 words a minute, and he frequently wrote onto rolls of paper so as not to impede his flow by having to change sheets.

But the idea that Kerouac, who lived briefly in San Luis Obispo in the spring of 1953, gave birth to On the Road in one gestaltic burst of creativity isn’t quite true.

The myth started when Kerouac answered talk show host Steve Allen’s query of how long it took to write with a simple, “Three weeks.”

Over the years, Kerouac did little to dispel the idea of his spontaneously creative prowess.

“Well, the myth is half true,” Robert “Larry” Inchausti, a Cal Poly professor emeritus of English, told New Times. “He did compose it in three weeks on that scroll and was writing in spurts fueled by stimulants.”

However, Kerouac drew much of the novel from his journals.

“He had little brakeman notebooks in which he would experiment with what he called sketches in words,” Inchausti explained.

To earn money, Kerouac worked as a brakeman for the railroad, which is what he had been doing when he lived in SLO, renting a $6-a-week room at The Colonial, a hotel that’s now an 18-room communal living rental known as The Establishment.

In truth, he worked and reworked On the Road in his head, culled from his 1947-49 journals.

Between 1951-57, he worked on as many as six drafts as he struggled to find a publisher.

It wasn’t until enthusiastically received excerpts of the manuscript were published in The Paris Review that Viking Press, who had once denied it, agreed to publish it. They offered a $900 advance. Kerouac’s agent countered with $1,000, and the publisher agreed but insisted the payment would be in $100 installments out of fear that Kerouac would squander the money. Viking says the novel has sold more than 3 million copies and continues to sell about 60,000 copies a year.

Interestingly, the Viking edition isn’t the same as the scroll manuscript Kerouac turned in. For instance, a passage in the book reads, “My aunt once said the world would never find peace until men fell at their women’s feet and asked for forgiveness, but Dean knew this,” while the scroll reads, “My mother once said the world would never find peace until men fell

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But what about the ending? The scroll is famously missing the conclusion, which is chewed off. Kerouac wrote directly on the end of the scroll, “Ate by Patchkee, a dog,” and with that the original ending was gone.

“Yes,” Inchausti laughed, “the dog ate his homework. I haven’t looked at the printed edition of the scroll version.

The actual scroll is taped up, coffee stained, and tattered.

THE SACRED SCROLL Jack Kerouac’s 120-foot-long typed I’m really looking forward to manuscript of On the Road will be on display in the SLO Library for two being there and seeing the months, beginning on Sept. 21. artifact itself. I bet there’s a bit of magical experience.” at their women’s feet and asked for forgiveness.

The caretaker of the scroll, Jim Canary, an This is true all over the world in the jungles Indiana University conservator and expert in of Mexico, in the back streets of Shang Hai, in Tibetan manuscripts, will come to the SLO New York cocktail bars, husbands are getting Library to install the exhibition. Cal Poly drunk while the women stay home with the Writing and Rhetoric Center Director Dawn babes of their ever darkening future. If these Janke has known Canary for years and was men stop the machine and come home and get instrumental in arranging the loan. on their knees and ask for forgiveness and the “I’ve known Jim ever since we attended women bless them peace will suddenly descend a conference on the Beats in 2003,” Janke on the earth with a great silence like the explained. “I’d done my thesis on the Beats for inherent silence of the apocalypse.” my master’s degree, and when I first moved Keruoac was a working-man’s poet, a to SLO in 2009, I saw Jack Kerouac on the philosopher, and a sociopolitical commentator cover of New Times in a story about when he all rolled into one. On the Road is important lived in SLO. I told Jim, ‘We’ve got to get the because it’s an early example of manuscript here. It’s like PHOTO COURTESY OF TOM PALUMBO his bop spontaneous writing Kerouac coming home! style, which Inchausti chronicles We’ve got to do this!’” in his insightful and carefully It finally happened now curated 2017 book, Hard to Be a many years later thanks Saint in the City: The Spiritual to local philanthropist Vision of the Beats, which paints Bob Shambrom, who with a picture of the Beat writers Inchausti, Janke, and through their own words. others, developed The “This ‘sketching,’” Kerouac Coastal Awakening, “an wrote in his 1951 journal, “is arts and cultural movement the actual writing I will have to centered within and around do from now on because I don’t SLO County, where the believe in the rest anymore—sophysical landscape reflects called ‘objectivity,’ so-called ‘story,’ a union of heart and mind,” the pretense of it, the smirk.” according to their website.

Bop spontaneous was a new THE LEGEND Beat Generation “From Krishnamurti’s kind of writing, Inchausti writer Jack Kerouac frequently disciples in Ojai Valley and explained, “sketching random wrote on scrolls of paper so as the Dunites in Oceano; to not to have to change sheets observations with words, and the healers and writers at during his 100-word-per-minute as it was revealed on the page typing barrages.

Esalen and Big Sur; and the writer would arrive at what the surfers, hippies, and he called ‘the jewel center of progressive in Santa Cruz—ours is a legacy interest.’ When Kerouac lived here, some of of liberation and diversity of expression,” the the word sketches he made became poems website says. collected in Book of Sketches. There’s a funny The group has lots of other upcoming events one about Avila Beach and another about to celebrate the Central Coast arts connection, being in downtown SLO and looking up at the but for now it’s Kerouac’s scroll, which SLO mountains.”

County has enthusiastically pursued. It According to Inchausti, there’s now an edition hasn’t been easy or cheap. The scroll is owned of On the Road taken unedited and verbatim

by Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay, who from the scroll, or what Kerouac referred bought it at a 2001 Christie’s auction for $2.43 to as a “roll,” since he felt “scroll” sounded million. It’s obviously not priceless, but it is pretentious. The publisher removed passages irreplaceable. ∆ about Catholicism and changed the names of those included in the original manuscript, such Contact Senior Staff Writer Glen Stakey at as fellow Beat writers Allen Ginsberg, Neal gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

Cassady, and William Burroughs.

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Making a mark Pressing Matters printmakers’ show comes to SLOMA

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or Juan “I was kind of Fuentes, art intrigued by the and politics have detail in the work always been and the technical intrinsically linked. mastery,” Fuentes Across more than said. “He seems to be 30 years of working telling a story in each as a printmaker, of the pieces.”

Fuentes has crafted Das Narrenschiff posters for South translates to “Ship African President and of Fools” in English. revolutionary Nelson A 1490 painting by Mandela as well as Hieronymous Bosch, the women’s rights Ship of Fools, served movements. as the inspiration Fuentes grew up in behind Avery’s piece, the farm labor camps according to his of Monterey County, online statement. picking fruits and Saliklis noted that vegetables alongside the title also alludes his family. His work to Kathirine Anne takes inspiration from Porter’s 1962 book the social movements of the same name, of the 1960s and ’70s. which served as an “I grew up with the allegory tracing the Chicano art movement rise of Nazism. and those posters,” the With the current San Francisco State University alumnus said. rise of the “altSo Fuentes felt right” and marches in his element supporting white SHIP OF FOOLS David Avery’s piece, supremacy, Saliklis when he juried the Das Narrenschiff, won the juror’s award art pieces for the said the message for the Pressing Matters art show at Pressing Matters behind Avery’s and SLOMA. show at the San Luis Porter’s works are Obispo Museum of still current.

Art (SLOMA), with themes ranging from “He is just amazing technically,” migration to pollution.

Saliklis said of Avery. “His prints look “It really kind of hits home for me,” like something from the 16th century. It Fuentes said. has these tiny, tiny, details. It’s timely, The show is currently on display as really something the Central Coast Printmakers’ annual also happening Between exhibition, and it features the works now that also feels the lines of 51 artists from across the country. like a ship of fools.

Pressing Matters is The association picked Fuentes as the on display at the San It’s just as relevant show juror after several members took Luis Obispo Museum as when the book workshops with him in the Bay Area. of Art through Oct. 14. came out.”

“We’re always looking for content Visit sloma.org for more The SLOMA information. experts,” SLOMA curator Ruta Saliklis show also features said. “Juan is so involved with cultural a chalkboard where and political matters and being a poster anyone can respond to the question, “What’s maker, he was a perfect fit.” your pressing matter?” which plays on the Fuentes looked for a similar level of name of the show. detail when selecting which piece to give “We’ve all got our pressing matters,” the juror’s award to, ultimately settling on Das Narrenschiff, an etching by San Saliklis said. “And there’s so much Francisco artist David Avery. happening in the world that it’s nice to see IMAGES COURTESY OF THE SLO MUSEUM OF ART things through the eyes of the artists. But we’re also trying to get feedback from viewers.”

Answers range from Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals funding, to the drought, to even a new art museum.

“It’s kind of what’s right in front of you that’s your pressing matter,” Saliklis said. ∆

WORLD WITHOUT BORDERS Mundo Sin Fronteras, by artist Sean Guerra, speaks to current tensions surrounding immigration, Mexico, the U.S., and ICE.

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What’s it rated? R What’s it worth, Anna? Stream it What’s it worth, Glen? Stream it Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10

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ierre Morel (District B13, Taken, The Gunman) directs Chad St. John’s (London Has Fallen) action-thriller script about a young mother (Jennifer Garner) with nothing to lose, out to avenge the deaths of her husband and daughter who were killed in a drive-by shooting. (102 min.)

manner of combat techniques. The entire backstory is given mere minutes and one video clip of her cage fighting in some Asian country. This feels like fly-by-night, in-and-out, no-time-for-a-second-take filmmaking.

Anna It certainly would have made for a more interesting overall story if we got to see what Riley went through to become a badass vigilante; at least it may have offered some dimension to this very flat film. Riley’s life is quickly summed up in the first few scenes: She’s a doting mother and wife trying to do it all. Her boring bank job just helps the young parents scrape by, and the rival Stepford mothers of the school look down on Riley and her family with disdain. That’s pretty much what we get as far as setup goes in this film, except for a loose string side plot involving Riley’s husband, Chris, that sets up the drive-by shooting. I like Garner, and while I have no doubt the woman could kick my ass to the pavement no problem, there just isn’t much for her to do here except emote sadness and kill off anyone who steps in the way of her vengeance. It’s a totally forgettable film that at almost two hours starts to feel a bit like a chore. Frankly, I’m surprised audiences have rated it so highly on

Glen Welcome to the end-of-summer dumping ground, where terrible films try to squeeze the last few bucks out of BEFORE THE STORM Riley North (Jennifer Garner, right) spends one last moment the film-going public. Peppermint had with her family—husband Chris (Jeff Hephner) and daughter Carly (Cailey Fleming)— potential. Pierre Morel directed the wildly before they’re murdered, starting her on a path to vengeance. successful 2008 Liam Neeson vehicle Taken, which injected effective emotion the two LAPD detectives working critics aren’t. If you’re a Jennifer Garner and real drama into the often-tired action Riley’s case—Stan Carmichael (John fan or you love revenge flicks, maybe this genre. Sticking a strong female lead Gallagher Jr.) and Moises Beltran (John is worth a trip to the theater, but I’d have like Garner into a vigilante role usually Ortiz)—who worked both her family’s been fine waiting for it to show up on reserved for a male star might have added murders and the vigilante killings she Netflix. It’s wholly forgettable. a feminist twist to the proceedings. But commits upon her return five years Anna I agree, and while action movies alas, Morel’s direction is pretty standard later. There’s a bit of intrigue concerning can gain a lot from a view on the big and wholly underwhelming, especially dirty cops within the LAPD, and to screen, the tight yet sloppy way the fight in close-quarter fight scenes that worked further convolute the scenes are shot leaves quite a bit to be so well with proceedings, FBI agents desired. I doubt you’ll lose much if you Neeson in Taken, Lisa Inman (Annie wait and watch at home. There doesn’t and instead of Ilonzeh) and Li (Eddie seem to be enough here for me to justify a female lead Shin) also join the the ticket price even for a matinee. Even turning the investigation after Riley the film’s name seems derived from a action genre kills Judge Stevens (Jeff scene that ended up on the cutting room on its head, we Harlan), who corruptly floor. The filmmakers must have been basically get let the original killers go so eager to get to Garner kicking bada woman in a free. As for those drugdude butt that they decided developing man’s role acting dealing gangbangers a backstory was a waste of time. While just like a man. who’ve become Riley’s Riley’s motivation is clear, her path to Sure, there’s a targets, it’s hard to the end result isn’t, and what’s meant to little subplot with keep track of who’s who be surprising in the end falls flat—the Garner’s Riley or to even care. Aside script backs itself into a corner it can’t North acting as from distinctive-looking get out of. If you need a dose of female guardian angel character actor Richard badassery, how about a re-watching The BAD JUDGE After getting no justice from the system, including dirty Judge Stevens to the residents Cabral, the bad guys are Long Kiss Goodnight or the more recently (Jeff Harlan, left), Riley North (Jennifer Garner) takes matters into her own bloodied hands. of L.A.’s skid interchangeable Hispanic made Atomic Blonde? I’m guessing you’ll row, but nothing men. Even the drug be much more satisfied and have movie much is made of kingpin Diego Garcia money left to see something that rises Rotten Tomatoes. It isn’t painful, but it it. There’s even less made of the five-year (Juan Pablo Raba) is forgettable. The gulf above mediocre. ∆ isn’t fun—I’d much rather re-watch Taken between the Rotten Tomatoes’ critic and backstory in which Riley, after the death than this underwhelming attempt at of her family and being denied justice audience score is vast—14 percent critics Split Screen is written by Senior Staff vigilante justice. to 82 percent audience—so clearly some by a corrupt system, goes on a world Writer Glen Starkey and his wife, Anna. viewers are liking Peppermint even if Comment at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

Glen Part of the story has to do with tour where she supposedly learned all

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Editor’s note: Listings for Galaxy Theatres of Atascadero (805-466-8437) were incomplete at press time.

BLACKKKLANSMAN What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? The Palm, Stadium 10 Spike Lee (Do the Right Thing, Malcolm X, Summer of Sam, Inside Man) directs this comedic crime biography about Ron Stallworth (John David Washington), a black rookie police office in Colorado who, with the help of a white undercover counterpart (Adam Driver), becomes a member of the local Ku Klux Klan chapter.

What starts like a comedic spoof of a ’70s Blaxploitation flick ends with a realworld visceral gut punch in this affecting

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new film by Spike Lee. It’s his most lucid and potent comment on U.S. race relations since Do the Right Thing and doesn’t let its (most likely and largely) white liberal audience off the hook.(135 min.)

—Glen Starkey

THE BOOKSHOP What’s it rated? PG What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? The Palm Writer-director Isabel Coixet (The Secret Life of Words, Learning to Drive) helms this story based on Penelope Fitzgerald’s novel about a small-town power struggle between two women.

Set in 1959 England in a conservative East Anglian coastal town, the story pits free-spirit widow Florence Green (Emily Mortimer) against local matriarch Violet

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Gamart (Patricia Clarkson), whose polite but ruthless ire is raised when Green opens a bookstore and starts pushing novels

by Ray Bradbury and Vladimir Nabokov.

Reclusive book-loving widower Edmund Brundish (Bill Nighy) takes up Green’s banner in the face of local opposition.

This is one of those based-on-a-novel films that feels entirely like it’s based on a novel. From the broad archetypal characters to the omniscient narrator offering exposition, The Bookshop feels like a book and a somewhat slow one at that.

The film seems more interested in clinging to its source material than constructing an effective film. If that doesn’t put you off, what remains has its charms, chief among them Bill Nighy, who’s fantastic as smalltown recluse Edmund. Nighy can play quiet nobility like nobody’s business.

His interactions with Florence breathe

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He plays Brundish, a man who’s given up on humanity and prefers to spend his days in his manor house reading. In a note he sends to Florence asking her to send him books, he tells her he prefers to read autobiographies of good people but fiction about nasty people. Their May to December romance never moves beyond handholding, but it’s very sweet.

Clarkson as Violet is all surface charm with underlying malevolence. She wields the men around her like her personal cudgels, from her husband General Gamart (Reg Wilson) to her personal minion, the effete and conniving dandy Milo North (a scenery-chewing James Lance). Violet makes it her mission to evict Florence and her bookshop from The Old House, a longvacant stone building that Violet wants to use as a town art center. It’s not clear why

it must be this particular property, which adds to the story’s forced contrivances.

The other element of the story that adds a bit of life to the goings-on is precocious tween Christine (Honor Kneafsey), who works for Florence in the afternoons when school gets out. Christine is a livewire and not the least bit interested in reading, but she’s essential to the film’s conclusion, which is less than triumphant but satisfying nonetheless.

Should you pony up the money to see this film in the theater? Yes, if you like mannered period films based on mannered period novels about people constrained by decorum. Florence is supposed to be a free spirit, and maybe by 1959 British standards she is, but this is more about how Florence inspires others than her overcoming convention. (113 min.)

—Glen Starkey

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What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Park, Stadium 10 Jon M. Chu directs this rom-com based on Kevin Kwan’s best selling novel about native New Yorker and Chinese economics professor Rachel Chu (Constance Wu), who travels to Singapore to meet her boyfriend Nick Young’s (Henry Golding) ridiculously wealthy family. Once there, Rachel realizes Nick’s the most eligible bachelor in Asia, and all the single women are out to undermine her.

While it doesn’t stray far from the usual rom-com antics, the glitz and gaudy world of Singapore’s oldest and richest families

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What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre (ends Sept. 13), Park Victor Lenin wrote and directed the story of Frank (Keanu Reeves) and Lindsay (Winona Ryder), two oddball loners who attend a destination wedding in San Luis Obispo County. Frank is the brother of the groom who has a rocky relationship with his family; Lindsay is the groom’s ex-fiancée. The two acknowledge the fact they’re the people “you don’t know where to stick.”

The film begins by listing its subtitle: “A Narcissist Can’t Die Because Then the Entire World Would End.” This quickly defines the humor for the rest of the film—a much more offbeat and cynical tone than most rom-coms. We promptly meet our characters living in their own worlds. Frank is shown obsessively clearing his throat while listening to cable news; Lindsay is exhaling directly on a houseplant in dismay, pleading with it to not die.

After these introductions, we aren’t properly introduced to any other characters. Periphery characters grace the screen now and then—and are occasionally discussed by Frank and Lindsay—but no one else earns a speaking role (unless a vocal mountain lion counts). From the second Frank and Lindsay meet at the airport until closing credits, Destination Wedding mostly consists of their pessimistic banter.

While the dialogue is witty, dark, and enjoyable, perhaps the most amusing part of Destination Wedding is reserved for locals. It’s easy to smile or nudge your friends when Frank and Lindsay talk about the urban planning of San Luis Obispo, take winding walks through familiar mountains, or bicker at the Apple Farm. I attended the Downtown Centre premiere, and there was something incredibly sweet about residents gathering together to show pride for their small town taking a turn playing Hollywood.

Destination Wedding isn’t a typical rom-com. The romantic pair doesn’t seem particularly drawn to each other, and the scenes are subtle and un-dramatic. However, it’s still charming and humorous in its own way. From the strange elevator

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What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full Price Where’s it showing? Stadium 10 Writer-director Christopher McQuarrie (The Way of the Gun, Jack Reacher, Mission: Impossible—Rogue Nation) helms this action-packed sixth installment of the Mission: Impossible franchise, starring Tom Cruise as super spy Ethan Hunt. The new film ties together narratives and characters from earlier films, including IMF (Impossible Mission Force) team members Luther Stickell (Ving Rhames) and Benji Dunn (Simon Pegg), Hunt’s Rogue Nation love interest and fellow spy

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MISSING David Kim’s (John Cho) daughter Margot goes missing, leading him to break into her laptop to search for clues, in Searching. background music to the quirky character tendencies, the film does San Luis Obispo a strange sort of justice. (90 min.)

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GOD BLESS THE BROKEN ROAD

What’s it rated? PG What’s it worth? Full price (for Christians) Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Park, Stadium 10 Co-writer and director Harold Cronk (Lindsay Pulsipher) helms this faith-based drama about widowed young mother Amber Hill (Lindsay Pulsipher), whose soldier-husband died in Afghanistan. Can she find a way to raise her young daughter Bree (Makenzie Moss) and make her life worth living?

As you might guess, its Christian audience loves the film while critics have panned it for favoring message over good filmmaking. (111 min.)

—Glen Starkey

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THE MEG

What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Stream it Where’s it showing? Stadium 10, Sunset Drive-In Jon Turteltaub (Phenomenon, Instinct, National Treasure) directs Jason Statham as former Naval Captain Jonas Taylor, whose career and marriage were destroyed after he abandoned part of his crew during a failed exploration of the Mariana Trench in what he claimed was an attack by a 70-foot shark.

Five years later, when a sub crew is stranded in what may be an attack by the supposedly long-extinct 70-foot Carcharodon Megalodon, Taylor is recruited to attempt a rescue.

A good shark movie should make you afraid to go in the ocean and play on your irrational fears. The Meg just makes me afraid to go back to the multiplex, at least until we get closer to Oscar season. (113 min.)

—Glen Starkey

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Ilsa Faust (Rebecca Ferguson), and Hunt’s ex-wife Julia Meade (Michelle Monaghan) from Mission: Impossible III. In addition to a series of amazing action sequences the film manages to conjure up emotional elements as well, since Hunt must protect both Julia and Ilsa and prove to the powers-thatbe, that saving both the one and the many is the real job of the IMF. It also culminates in the mother of all action finales. If you like this series, Fallout is a worthy successor. (147 min.)

—Glen Starkey

THE NUN

What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Stream it Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Park, Stadium 10, Sunset Drive-In Corin Hardy (The Hallow) directs this horror thriller about a novice nun (Taissa Farmiga) and a priest (Demián Bichir) with a haunted past who are sent to Romania by the Vatican to investigate the suicide of a young nun, who may have been affected by a malevolent spirit.

Though there’s some good acting and dark foreboding throughout, the story drags and there’s an over-reliance on jump scares, not to mention logic problems and plot holes. (96 min.)

—Glen Starkey

Compass, The Twilight Saga: New Moon) directs Matthew Orton’s historical script about a team of Israeli agents led by Peter Malkin (Oscar Isaac), who hunt down and bring to justice Adolph Eichmann (Ben Kingsley), the architect of Hitler’s “Final Solution.”

Moral ambiguity permeates Matthew Orton’s script about the capture of Adolph Eichmann. It questions whether the Israelis were too aggressive and indiscriminate about their pursuit of former Nazis. It tries to humanize Eichmann, employing moral relativism. This ambiguity makes the story more interesting but also infuriates. If ever there was a historical event so clearly unambiguous in its moral depravity, it’s the holocaust.

That said, if you can set aside the film’s obsession with contriving a moral equivalence and ignore some clumsy plot choices, Operation Finale is entertaining and most assuredly well acted. Ben Kingsley plays Eichmann with a regality and ever-soslightly-submerged menace. He’s a man who has rationalized his actions at least in his public persona. He was “just following orders,” simply a man at a desk “doing paperwork,” not an active participant.

He’s also supposedly crafty, and after his capture when he’s initially questioned by interrogator Zvi Aharoni (Michael Aronov), he maintains his cover story. The first weak plot turn is how quickly and easily he gives up his identity. It’s a strange choice that sends viewers mixed signals—is Eichmann a master manipulator or is he so egotistical that he’s easily twisted?

Much of the story surrounds the team’s work at getting Eichmann to sign a document agreeing to a trial in Israeli.

Aharoni is unsuccessful, but Malkin (a charming Oscar Isaac playing him as a man who uses humor to hide his inner pain) believes he can do it. At heart, this story is supposed to be a battle of wills fought with chess-like cunning. Instead, it’s about unnecessary red tape and a series of unexpected setbacks.

Because the story’s outcome is well-established history, the film requires a lot of manufactured drama to lead us to the conclusion we all know is coming.

As good as the performances are, and as riveting as the historical basis of the story is, Operation Finale isn’t Oscar material and the film knows it, otherwise the producers would have held it back for Oscar season. No, I think the only reason the film worked as well as it did was its source material. It’s a pretty incredible tale, escaping Nazi Germany with dozens of other high ranking Nazi officers, living out your days in Argentina, a country and government apparently amenable to Nazi philosophy, a daring infiltration by foreign spies, an abduction and interrogation, a harrowing last-minute extraction and return to Israeli, a worldwide trial that revealed Nazi atrocities in all their unfiltered horrors, and finally justice for a man at the center of it all. How could it be anything short of amazing, right?

And yet Operation Finale never quite rises to its potential for me. It’s worth a matinee if historical drama is your passion, but despite excellent performances, high production values, and competent direction, I’d have been happier renting this. It’s a lit fuse that fizzles out instead of explodes. (123 min.)

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LIFE GOES ON Unbroken: Path to Redemption continues Olympian and World War II Japanese prisoner-of-war camp survivor Louis Zamperini’s story, including his marriage to Cynthia Applewhite (Merritt Patterson).

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PEPPERMINT What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Stream it Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Park, Stadium 10 See Split Screen.

THE PREDATOR What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Co-writer and director Shane Black (Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Iron Man 3, The Nice Guys) helms this new installment in the Predator franchise. This time around, autistic youngster Rory McKenna (Jacob

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Tremblay) finds a device left by earlier alien predators on Earth and inadvertently calls a new breed of predator—one made deadlier via genetic upgrades from other species its hunted throughout the universe—to return to Earth for another hunt. The only thing that stands between the predator and the end of humanity is a group of ex-soldiers, led by Rory’s dad, Quinn (Boyd Holbrook), and angry biology teacher Casey Bracket (Olivia Munn), who joins the fight. (107 min.)

—Glen Starkey

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Marc Turtletaub (Gods Behaving Badly) directs this story about put upon suburban mom Agnes (Kelly Macdonald) who discovers a love for solving jigsaw puzzles, leading to personal fulfillment she couldn’t have imagined. The film also stars Irrfan Khan as Robert, who becomes Agnes’ puzzle partner.

What a lovely and heartbreaking film this is! This is really less about puzzling and more about a personal awakening.

Kelly Macdonald is wonderful as Agnes, a melancholy wife and mother who sleepwalks through her days in service to her family. We see her prepare for a party, host, ask her husband Louie (David Denman) if he’s having a good time … and then we realize the party is for Agnes’ own birthday. She’s a doormat, and her husband and kids—shy, miserable older son Ziggy (Bubba Weiler) and younger

more confident son Gabe (Austin Abrams)— take her for granted.

In short, her life is an unfulfilling grind.

She needs to learn to take care of herself.

As the film opens, it’s hard to tell the time period. It could very well be the 1950s judging from Agnes’ dress and homemaker work ethic. It’s not until she opens one of her gifts—an iPhone—that we realize it’s present day. Another of the gifts she receives is a 1000-piece puzzle, and alone at home, she becomes consumed by it— her mathematical mind perfectly attuned to solving it quickly.

Even though she’s a brief train ride from New York City, she hasn’t been there in years. But in search of another puzzle, she goes to a puzzle shop and sees an ad posted by a champion puzzler looking for a partner. She answers the ad and meets

Albus Dumbledore, Hogwart’s headmaster.

The rest of the teachers at Hogwarts are important as well, from the pitch-perfect When? 2001-2011 Maggie Smith as the shrewd Minerva What’s it rated? PG to PG-13 McGonagall to the beloved performance by Where’s it available? Amazon, the late Alan Rickman as Severus Snape.

Columbus knew that he needed to get As the films progress, Harry matures YouTube, iTunes, Black Gold the casting right for these films. You’re and the directors change. Harry Potter Library System always taking a gamble on child actors, and the Prisoner of Azkaban saw Alfonso ou’re a wizard, Harry.” especially when you know they’re going to Cuarón (Y Tu Mamá También) bring an Those lines, delivered so perfectly grow up along the span of a franchise, but artfulness to the series, where Harry

by Robbie Coltrane as Rubeus Radcliffe, Grint, and Watson were perfect connects with two of his deceased Hagrid in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s choices. Radcliffe blossomed as an actor; parents’ closest friends, Remus Lupin Stone, are what herald the true beginning Grint always had the strongest comedic (David Thewlis) and Harry’s godfather of an eight-movie saga that follows the sense of the three; and Watson’s talent Sirius Black, a role that Gary Oldman just young Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) launched her into the limelight despite about disappears into. through his education at the wizarding sometimes being a bit of an overactor Director Mike Newell (Four Weddings school Hogwarts, adventures with his (there, I said it). and a Funeral) took on Harry Potter and the friends Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint) and But Columbus also surrounded these kids Goblet of Fire, bringing a comedic element Hermione Granger (Emma Watson), and with the best of the best of British actors, that explored the awkwardness of early their life-or-death battle with the dark from Coltrane as Hagrid to Richard Harris as teenage years. We see Harry ask a girl wizard Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes). The call PHOTO COURTESY OF WARNER BROS. PICTURES to his first dance and Ron and Hermione complicate their slow burning romance.

That film ends on a heavy note, with the death of Hogwarts student Cedric Diggory (Robert Pattinson) and the return of Voldemort, where Fienes makes his dastardly debut in the series.

The franchise’s last four installments were realized by Director David Yates, who’s now directing the prequels to the series. His first crack at it was Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, which opened up Harry’s world to the complexity of politics and authoritarianism as a wizarding war began. The decision to split the last book in the franchise, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, into two parts was frustrating when the movies first came out (we waited so long!), but makes sense given the scope and complexity of Rowling’s saga as it came to an end.

For those who never bothered to read the series, the films are a great introducti aon to an immersive world that hooked so many literature and cinema fans in MOVIE MAGIC Daniel Radcliffe (center) stars as the titular character in the Harry Potter the early 2000s. And whether you’re a Slytherin or a Gryffindor, a return to the saga, based on J.K. Rowling’s book series, which spans eight films as Harry and friends Ron films will have you dusting off your wand (Rupert Grint, right) and Hermione (Emma Watson) attend wizarding school and battle an and shouting “EXPECTO PATRONUM!” ∆ evil dark wizard.

—Joe Payne

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to adventure plunges Harry lightning-boltscarred-headfirst into the world he never knew because he grew up with his abusive aunt, uncle, and cousin.

The Harry Potter series was an incredible cinema undertaking, especially considering it began the same year as Peter Jackson’s interpretation of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. They still hold up as marvels of special effects and storytelling, seven years after the last installment premiered.

The first two films were directed by Chris Columbus (The Goonies, Home Alone), who really captured the child-like feel of the first two books, where the wizarding world is new and unfamiliar to Harry. Sorcerer’s Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets established early that the Hogwarts castle is a character in and of itself, thanks to the incredible set design of Stuart Craig, who provided a continuity through all the films.

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HUSTLERS Fifteen-year-old Richard “Rick” Wershe Jr. (Richie Merritt, left) becomes an FBI informant who’s eventually arrested for drug trafficking, in White Boy Rick, with Matthew McConaughey as his father Richard Sr. Robert (a truly wonderful Irrfan Khan), an eccentric but lonely inventor, whose one invention—something to do with magnets—has made him rich.

Their friendship opens Agnes’ world and is the heart of the film. Robert also imparts his understanding of the world, its randomness and uncontrollability, and explains that his love for puzzles is the wonderful sense of control it allows him.

When you complete one, “you know you’ve made all the right moves.” This film is about Agnes making the right moves that will complete her life. (103 min.)

—Glen Starkey

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What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy, Park, Stadium 10 Yann Demange (’71) directs this based-on-a-true-story crime drama about teenager Richard “Rick” Wershe Jr. (Richie Merritt), who in the 1980s became an FBI informant eventually arrested for drug trafficking. (110 min.)

—Glen Starkey

What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Stadium 10 In his feature-length debut, co-writer/director Aneesh Chaganty helms this mystery about David Kim (John Cho), who’s daughter Margot (Michelle La) goes missing, leading him to break into her laptop to search for clues.

(102 min.)

—Glen Starkey

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What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Park, Stadium 10 Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, The Heat, Spy) directs Jessica Sharzer’s (Nerve) screenplay based on Darcey Bell’s crime-drama novel about mommy blogger Stephanie’s (Anna Kendrick) new best friend Emily’s (Blake Lively) sudden disappearance. (117 min.)

—Glen Starkey

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UNBROKEN: PATH TO REDEMPTION

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Harold Cronk (God’s Not Dead, God Bless the Broken Road) directs this sequel to Unbroken (2014), the story of Olympian Louis Zamperini (Samuel Hunt) who, after a World War II plane crash, spent 47 days on a life raft with two fellow crewmen before being caught by the Japanese and sent to a prisonerof-war camp. Path to Redemption takes up where the first film left off, chronicling the next chapter of Zamperini’s incredible life as chronicled in Laura Hillenbrand’s bestselling book. (98 min.)

—Glen Starkey

WHITE BOY RICK

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What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Bay, Fair Oaks, The Palm 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, questioning her choices. (100 min.) ∆ —Glen Starkey

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WOMAN BEHIND THE MAN Joan Castleman (Glenn Close), wife of a Nobel Prize for Literature-winning author, begins to ruminate on her life choices during their trip to Stockholm, in The Wife.

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Spirited away Exploring the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose

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was expecting the Winchester Mystery be, right? I always get that same feeling when I see young children waiting in House to be tucked away in a forest line for the same roller coaster as me. outside the city limits like Wayne The mentality is: If they can handle this, Manor. Either that or in the middle of Nowhere, with a capital N (the unearthly, then so can I. The immortal lyrics of Ray Parker Jr. become my mantra as we Lynchian wasteland in Courage the PHOTO BY CALEB WISEBLOOD approach the front entrance.

Cowardly Dog). You “I ain’t afraid of no ghost!” can imagine my A gift shop serves as surprise upon finding the portal to the outdoor the landmark among patio where the house tour bustling streets, sharing begins. The amount of an intersection with knick-knacks available at Santana Row, a massive, outrageous prices calms my upscale shopping district initial fear even more. I fill located in the heart of my head with snarky jabs west San Jose. at consumerism to keep the I’m relieved as well. apparition apprehension at My trepidation about bay. The tour begins shortly visiting a supposedly and we make our way to the haunted house subsides front of the mansion. as I realize there’s a The tour guide leads Veggie Grill and other our group, made up of 35 suppliers of serenity less or so, down a hallway to a than a mile away. Even staircase, only the first of the parking lot helps many. Throughout the tour, a bit; seeing touristy she tells the tale of Sarah couples and families Winchester, widow of rifle scurry out of their A WINCHESTER manufacturer William vehicles like they’re WELCOME An informational heading into Disneyland plaque outside the Winchester Winchester, in bits and pieces.

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Luckily for me, there’s just way too much like Casper and Space Ghost. Contact him at cwiseblood@newtimesslo.com. to admire. Every architectural peculiarity is bubble gum to the eyes. Photography is Magical mystery tour prohibited inside the mansion, so I take a The Winchester Mystery House is located at ton of mental snapshots. Unfortunately, 525 S. Winchester Blvd. in San Jose. Tours occur daily. the image I remember most is a framed Visit winchestermysteryhouse.com to find out more. photo of one of Sarah’s workers, an elderly

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Culture

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East LA, by way of Atown

Sounds, sights, flavors of LA Chicano history spinning at Traffic Records on Sept. 15

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producer, and a renowned music archivist and mingling: Barba believes this or Manuel Barba, growing up in (he owns one of the most extensive and East LA in the 1980s provided isn’t a bad way to immerse yourself well preserved vinyl record collections a feast for the senses. Even now, in that elusive thing we call “culture.” highlighting the lost history of Chicano and while standing behind the counter of his He’s welcoming everyone into the fold, East Los Angeles soul, garage rock, and Traffic Street record shop in Atascadero, even those who threw out their record doo-wop of the 1950s through the 1970s). all he has to do is close his eyes to collections decades ago.

The living legend himself will be on be transported back to that vibrant “Culture is more than ethic hand at Traffic Records this Saturday, neighborhood nestled between Olympic background. Culture is how we talk, Sept. 15, for the event—the weekend of and Whittier. how we eat, how we interact with the Mexican Independence Day—for an event It wasn’t just the music or the food world, how we interpret information. The that combines Barba’s vision of food, or the backyard parties—it was the Chicano struggle has been a somewhat wine, music, and Chicano heritage. mixture of it all, pulsing together on a hot ignored and neglected one, at least here “Let’s Take a Trip Down Whittier Blvd; summer day. Layers of flavor, texture, and on the West Coast,” he said. “We’ve seen community. a lot of local interest in this event; I think The Sounds Of East L.A,” is a one-day “We’d spend all day and night at my Atascadero wants and needs more diverse pop-up exhibit sponsored by KCBX Public Radio, The Carlton grandmas’s house.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF TRAFFIC RECORDS Hotel, Atascadero, You could hear the Nelle Winery, and SLO people, the taquerias, Record Swap. the music. You could Planning on heading smell the onions and down? You’ll certainly the ground beef,” Barba hear Aguilera’s historic said. “In addition to gems, many of which have the street vendors, been lent to the Grammy everyone’s backyard was Museum Los Angeles always blowing up with from time to time. barbecues; you could From 3 to 6 p.m., smell it wafting through hear a selection of rare the air. You’d walk by vinyl from Aguilera’s and say, ‘Damn, they’re library and even take cooking up some carne a few home, if you’re asada right now!’” so inclined. Wine from Mexican food is Paso Robles-based something SLO Nelle Winery and killer County residents— local Mexican food from and Atascadero Taqueria Don Jose will locals—undoubtedly complete the vibe. understand. But true I mean, c’mon. Did Mexican culture? you think Barba would Its intricacies, hardthrow this event without fought battles, current SPIN ROUND “Let’s Take a Trip Down Whittier Blvd: The Sounds Of East a food truck serving up struggles, and unheard L.A,” curated by Gene Aguilera, is an all-ages, free event with killer Mexican insanely delicious tacos stories? These, like food for sale, local wine, and vintage records showcased by record historian sprinkled with cilantro, grooves on a dusty Gene Aguilera. The speaking engagement and listening party of rare and classic diced onion, and that record, require a closer East Los Angeles garage, soul, and rock records kicks off at Traffic Records in intoxicating carne listen.

Atascadero this Saturday, Sept. 15. asada?

That’s why the 20cultural events like this.”

That alluring smell, and the sound of year SLO resident has teamed up with his This isn’t a lecture, however. It’s more people enjoying themselves, may be the local food and wine friends, as well as LA of an invitation to perk up your senses. best advertising out there.

Chicano music archivist Gene Aguilera, Namely, your ears.

“It’s so appealing for me to integrate to bring a little bit of East LA love to his California’s tumultuous role in Chicano Taqueria Don Jose, run by a local family, downtown Atascadero record store, Traffic rights, a sometimes forgotten element of and having them bring their taco truck Records, which opened this past spring. the 1960s civil rights movement—shows here and parking it adjacent to the store.

With any luck, the party will spill into the up in the songs of the day. All you have to It completes the package for me of what street, not unlike the impromptu fiestas do is drop a needle and listen between the it was like when we were kids, and the Barba remembers from his youth (that hisses and pops. elote man would come by and slather said, a designated reception and vinyl Barba added that, just as Cesar Chavez the corn with mayo, chili powder,” Barba dance party will kick off at the the nearby became a symbol of freedom when it said. “Having all this going on, while Carlton Hotel at 7 p.m.). came to Chicano rights, musicians and we’re spinning East LA Chicano rock Dancing, eating, listening, laughing, songwriters were able to amplify the and soul ... there’s something familiar struggles faced by the working poor, in that for me; it’s not just nostalgia. It’s In the groove something more.” immigrants, families of the West Coast Traffic Records is located at 4870 Traffic Way in Yes, perhaps this is the magic of and beyond.

Atascadero. For more information about the shop, go culture. Δ No one knows this more than Gene to trafficrecordstore.com. Taqueria Don Jose is located Aguilera. at 9965 El Camino Real in Atascadero. Nelle Winery is located at 3310 Ramada Drive, suite A, in Paso Robles.

Hayley Thomas Cain is ready for a brush Known as “The Duke of East LA,” For general information and updates on the Saturday, with the salsa kind. She can be reached he is an author, songwriter, historian, Sept. 15, listening party, visit Traffic Records on at hthomas@newtimesslo.com.

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THE DUKE Gene Aguilera, known as “The Duke of East LA,” is an author, songwriter, historian, producer, and a renowned music archivist, owning one of the most extensive and well preserved vinyl record collections highlighting the lost history of Chicano and East Los Angeles soul, garage rock, and doo-wop of the 1950s through the 1970s.

MEET MANUEL A former SLO County marriage and family therapist, Manuel Barba is known for his extensive work benefitting local immigrant families throughout the years. Now, as owner of Traffic Records in Atascadero, he aims to share his love of Chicano culture, vintage East LA wax, local wine, and Mexican food.

TOSTADA TIME Taqueria Don Jose, located at 9965 El Camino Real Atascadero CA, will gas up the taco truck and park adjacent to Traffic Records for a day of delicious Mexican food, East LA records, and fun this Sept. 15. Wine will also be provided

by Paso Robles-based Nelle Winery.

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Howdy neighbor: Cambria has welcomed a new eatery to its cozy village!

The Spot can be found nestled above the Cookie Crock next to La Terazza on 1135 Knollwood Circle. Expect an array of crepes, panini, and juices …

Get your fill at the Taste of Downtown Art de Tiza this Sept. 15. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., stroll around Paso Robles’ downtown park and taste dishes by more than 35 local restaurants, wineries, sweet shops, and coffee houses.

For more information, call (805) 2384103 … Vina Robles Vineyard and Winery will host an end of summer grill and chill event at the Paso Robles

winery featuring chilled wine and live music, plus Executive Chef Randal Torres is serving up all sorts of grilled deliciousness. For more information, go to vinarobles.com … September Wine Month means lots of vibrant wine events happening across SLO County, including a barbecue at Cass at Oso Libre, a twilight event at Jada, gourmet burgers at Lone Madrone, music at Claiborne and Churchill, and more (all info at slocal.com; slowine.com; pasowine.com). ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain enjoys a Neopolitan ice cream sandwich from time to time. She can be reached at hthomas@newtimesslo.com.

H AYLEY’S P ICKS A whale of a fest If you like your craft beer with a side of yoga, your kombucha with a side of arts and crafts, and your live tunes with an array of tacos, pizza, barbecue, acai, and vegan/vegetarian options, there’s a whale you should probably talk to this Sept 15 and 16. Founded by a couple of Paso Robles winemaking pioneers, the Whale Rock Music & Arts Festival came about organically by way of Niels and Bimmer Udsen’s longtime commitment to supporting the arts and their local community. Some backstory: The Udsens established Castoro Cellars in 1983, and together, with sons Luke and Max and daughter-in-law Lauren, they threw a wild 30th anniversary party they called Beaverstock (for those new to the scene, this was way back in 2013). The event was such a hit, the gang decided to make it an annual gig, although I’d say it became more of an “awakening” than a festival. In fact, Beaverstock attendance hit a record 4,000 in 2016, which is pretty crazy for what began as a small gathering in a quiet North County vineyard. You may have noted that the family changed the fest’s name last year (the hippies from Woodstock and their lawyers have lost their sense of humor; blame the brown acid). Whale Rock Music & Arts Festival was a natural choice, as the event takes place in the Udsen’s Whale Rock Vineyard. No matter the name, the spirit, format, and soul of the original event lives on. Proceeds from the inaugural fest were donated to MUST! Charities, a local nonprofit that supports under-privileged children in the local community. The family has continued to spread the good vibes, donating proceeds to both the Templeton Education Foundation and the Templeton High School Band. To date, those contributions total more than $70,000! How’s that for peace, love, and happiness? Aged hippies, take note!

Castoro Cellars is located at 1315 N. Bethel Road in Templeton. For more information on vendors, lineup, and tickets, go to whalerockmusicfestival.com. ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain refuses to wear tiedye but does enjoy the psychedelic sounds of the 1969 Woodstock lineup. She can be reached at hthomas@newtimesslo.com.

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LegaL Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

LegaL Notices ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professionals Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 15th day of September 2018 at 10:00 AM, on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at San Luis Mini Storage, 445 Prado Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, County of San Luis Obispo, State of CA, the following: KUSS: child’s mattress, child’s play box, loose clothing, misc bags & totes; VALDOVINOS: metal file, 2 bookcases, wood file, chair, sewing machine cabinet, 2 side tables, mixing bowls, dresser, misc boxes & bags; PEREZ: love seat, 3 mattresses, refrigerator, bicycle, monitor, sofa, metal cabinet; SALAS: 5 metal shelves, 2-tire rolling tool box, bbq, rolling cart, tv, electric scooter, shelves, yard tools, misc boxes, crates & bags; RIVERA: trash can, misc boxes.

Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items sold as is where is and must be removed at time of sale. Sale subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Dated this 11th day of September 2018.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-1845 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/17/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, INFINITE MUSIC, 1163 Main Street, Suite C, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Infinite Music Foundation (1163 Main Street, Suite C, Morro Bay, CA 93442).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Infinite Music Foundation, Cary Maffioli, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-24-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 07-24-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-1860 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/29/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, STARVING ARTIST PICTURE FRAME CO., 914 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Beverly Nadine Sorensen (252 Encino Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Beverly Nadine Sorensen.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-26-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 07-26-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-1864 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/18/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ECOTONES LANDSCAPES, INC., 555 Chorro Street, Suite A1, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County.

Ecotones Landscapes, Inc. (555 Chorro Street, Suite A1, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Ecotones Landscapes, Inc., Greg Frugoli, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-2618. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 07-26-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-1883 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ACCUGLIDE SAWS, 4785 Traffic Way Unit A, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County.

Harris Tile Inc. (4785 Traffic Way Unit A, Atascadero, CA 93422).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Harris Tile Inc., Beth Grace Harris, Secretary & Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 07-27-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. McCormick, Deputy. Exp. 07-27-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-1929 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/02/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST ART THERAPY, 1107 Johnson Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

San Luis Obispo County. Jacquelynn Brooke Sevim (464 Stuart Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jacquelynn Brooke Sevim. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-02-18. 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. 08-02-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-1944 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/11/2002) New Filing The following person is doing business as, OAK PARK SURGERY, 860 Oak Park Blvd., Suite 102, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Surgical Specialties of Arroyo Grande, LLC (860 Oak Park Blvd., Suite 102, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Surgical Specialties of Arroyo Grande, LLC, Marc Weise MD, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-03-18. 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. 08-03-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2002 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/26/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CIEL’S GAMING GROUP, 5525 Sunbury Ave., Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Donny L. Anderson, Inc. (5525 Sunbury Ave., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Donny L. Anderson Inc., Donny L. Anderson, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-0918. 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. 08-09-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-2019 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/13/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SIGN ANYWHERE 805, 3003 Truesdale Rd., Shandon, CA 93461. San Luis Obispo County. Debbie Wicks (3003 Truesdale Rd., Shandon, CA 93461). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Debbie Wicks. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-13-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-13-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2025 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MYRTLE+BRANCH FLORAL CO., 816 Lawrence Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Katelin Rose Bergman (816 Lawrence Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Katelin R. Bergman.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-13-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk.

D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 08-13-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2026 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE COASTAL WELLNESS CENTER, 330 James Way, Suite 180, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County.

Christopher Canclini (275 N. 9th Street, Grover Beach, CA 93433).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Christopher Canclini LMFT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-13-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 08-13-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2028 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/14/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JIMMY BUMPS PASTA HOUSE, 1019 Santa Ynez Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Diana Charlotte Zaffina (905 Anchor St., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Diana Charlotte Zaffina. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-1418. 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. 08-14-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2030 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/20/1994) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PALM STREET ENTERPISES, 1042 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Stephen James Sinton, Jane Hyde Sinton (7420 Camatta Creek Road, Shandon, CA 93461), Julie Sinton Pruniski (5842 Brookline, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), Daniel Stephen Sinton (8705 Shell Creek Road, Santa Margarita, CA 93453), Patricia Sinton Noel (600 Larsen Road, Aptos, CA 95003), Gail Sinton Schoettler (11855 East Daley Circle, Parker, CO, 80134). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Stephen James Sinton, General Partner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk.

JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 08-14-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-2031 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/31/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ABBEY HOME LOANS, 735 Tank Farm Road, Suite 210, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Coastal Funding SLC, Inc. (735 Tank Farm Road, Suite 210, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Coastal Funding SLC, Inc., Chad Van Til - President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy.

Exp. 08-14-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2049 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/15/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ABOVE THE GRADE CLEANING COMPANY, 22985 El Camino Real, Suite C, Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Tara Parkinson (11209 Pamplona Way, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tara Parkinson, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-15-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 08-15-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-2034 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CLIPPERS BARBERSHOP, 1351 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Row Barber Co., Inc. (1351 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Row Barber Co., Inc., Whitney Wimmer, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 0814-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2036 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, IT’S MILK N HONEY, 745 Eucalyptus Road, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Coastal Ag Development Inc. (745 Eucalyptus Road, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Coastal Ag Development Inc., Cecilia C. Werner, Secretary.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-14-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-14-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2046 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/15/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CW UPHOLSTERY AND COVERINGS, 765 Mesa View Dr. Space 129, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Norma Jean Stewart (765 Mesa View Dr. Space 129, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Norma Jean Stewart.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-15-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 0815-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2047 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TARA LEE’S, 248 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County.

Tara Lee Hawkins (249 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tara Lee Hawkins.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-15-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 0815-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-2065 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/16/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST HOMELESS COALITION, CENTRAL COAST LGBTQ+ COALITION, 937 Camino Caballo, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. It Starts With Us, Inc. (937 Camino Caballo, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ It Starts With Us, Inc., Tyler Stuart, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy.

Exp. 08-16-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2079 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, 3DACCOUNTANT, 1140 Trail View Place, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Ralph Levy, Regina Marie Levy (1140 Trail View Place, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Regina Levy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-18.

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. 08-17-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2051 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/15/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE YOGA STANDARD, 1340 Taft St. 124, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Brittni Noel Soo (641 Islay St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Individual /s/ Brittni Soo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-15-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy.

Exp. 08-15-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2069 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/16/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GROW WILDLY, 957 Bluebell Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Alexa Rion Owens (957 Bluebell Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Alexa Owens. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-16-18. 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. 08-16-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2081 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/04/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PISMO COAST RV RENTALS, PACIFIC COAST RV RENTALS, 1350 Crest St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Crisie Edmunson (625 S. Via Belmonte, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Crisie Edmunson, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-18. 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. 08-17-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2054 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PASO FOOD COOPERATIVE, INC., 639 Nicklaus St., Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Paso Food Cooperative, Inc. (639 Nicklaus St., Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Paso Food Cooperative, Inc., Greg Ellis – CFO, Paso Food Co-op. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-15-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-15-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2071 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DC INVESTMENTS, 824 Kingsbury Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Mathew Robert Dutra (824 Kingsbury Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mathew Robert Dutra.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-18. 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. 0817-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2090 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/20/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SOLID HANDYMAN SERVICES, 225 Craig Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. The Good Love Company (225 Craig Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ The Good Love Company, Joshua Moody, Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-20-18.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 08-20-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2059 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/15/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COAST LEGAL, 956 Walnut Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Amy Elizabeth Levin (871 Stratford St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Amy Levin, Sole Proprietor.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-16-18. 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. 08-16-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2072 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/29/1984) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE SLO PARTNERS, 329 Indio Drive, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Norman John Beko, Stephen Thomas Beko, Michelle Lynne Beko (329 Indio Drive, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Norman J. Beko, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-18.

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. 08-17-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2091 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ROOTS DESIGN COMPANY, 1135 Balboa Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Jordan Zane Quintero (1135 Balboa Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jordan Quintero. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-20-18.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-20-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2061 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SUGAR HIGH, 588 California Blvd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Seakngim Song (11323 Tee Box Lane, Taft, CA 93268).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Seakngim Song.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-16-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2075 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/17/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TERMINAL B, 3330 Ramada Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County.

William Robert Murrieta (9355 Shayna Ln., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ William Robert Murrieta. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-18.

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. 08-17-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2092 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2000) New Filing The following person is doing business as, JT’S MAINTENANCE, 1247 Ramona Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. John David Turney (1247 Ramona Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ John Turney. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-20-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-20-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2094 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PISMO SUPPLY CO., 600-610 Cypress Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Rosegate, Inc. (370 Oconnor Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Rosegate, Inc., John F. Hischier, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-20-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy.

Exp. 08-20-23.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2099 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/21/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GIGSLINGER, 1223 George St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Forrestt Alexander Williams (1223 George St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Forrestt Williams. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-21-18.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-21-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2103 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/21/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BECKER’S WINDOW COVERINGS, 5050 Caballeros Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Andrew Wayne Becker (5050 Caballeros Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Andrew Becker. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-21-18.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-21-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2104 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/22/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ZERO POINT CONSULTING, KARI AND SHERRIS, SHERRI AND KARIS, 878 Lawrence Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Ilmlayaw LLC (878 Lawrence Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Ilmlayaw LLC, Kari Sheanshang-Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-22-18.

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. 08-22-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2105 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ENDURANCE TOWN USA, 1305 Corberosa Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Samantha Alderton Pruitt (1305 Corberosa Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Samantha Alderton Pruitt. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-22-18. 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. 08-22-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

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NOTICE TO PROPOSERS PROPOSALS will be received at the office of the City Clerk, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, California, until 2:00 p.m., on Friday, October 5, 2018 as determined by www.time.gov for performing work as follows: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES FOR THE PRICE CANYON ROAD EMERGENCY RELIEF PROJECT The City of Pismo Beach is inviting qualified firms to submit proposals to provide Professional Engineering and Environmental Services for the Price Canyon Road Emergency Relief Project.

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHO:

County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission.

WHO:

County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission.

WHEN:

Thursday, September 27, 2018 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.

WHEN:

WHAT:

A hearing to consider a request by Craig Stoller for a third time extension of previously approved Minor Use Permit DRC201300014 to allow for the phased construction of a production winery consisting of two buildings totaling 13,525 square feet at build out. The project does not include public tasting or special events. The project will result in the disturbance of approximately 2.5 acres of a 114 acre parcel. The proposed project is within the Agriculture land use category and is located in the northwest quadrant of the South El Pomar Road and Almond Drive intersection, approximately 7 miles east of the community of Templeton. The site is in the El Pomar/Estrella sub area of the North County planning area.

Thursday, September 27, 2018 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 Bill Lee for a Minor Use Permit / Coastal Development Permit to allow encroachments (as‑built) into the road right‑of‑way of First Street including: 20 feet of landscaping along the length of the eastern portion of the road, and the extension of an approximately 86‑foot‑long (5 feet wide) coastal access boardwalk (connecting to the boardwalk which fronts the bayfront at the Back Bay Inn). The project will result in a disturbance of approximately 6000 square feet of First Street (an 80‑foot‑wide right‑of‑way). The project is located on First Street, south of Santa Maria Avenue extending to Morro Bay, in the community of Los Osos, in the Estero planning area.

Also to be considered is the environmental determination. The Environmental Coordinator finds that the previously adopted Negative Declaration (ED13-189) issued on April 23, 2014, is adequate for the purposes of compliance with CEQA because no substantial changes are proposed in the project which will require major revision of the previous Negative Declaration, no substantial changes occur with respect to the circumstance under which the project is undertaken which will require major revision of the previous Negative Declaration, and no new information of substantial importance has been identified which was not known at the time that the previous Negative Declaration was adopted.

All proposals will be compared on the basis of understanding the scope of work to be performed, methods and procedures to be used, management, personnel and experience, and consultation and coordination with the City of Pismo Beach. Proposals shall be submitted in an envelope and clearly marked “Professional Engineering and Environmental Services for the Price Canyon Road Emergency Relief Project.” Please provide your Cost Proposal in a separate sealed envelope.

Proposal packages may be obtained from the Public Works Department, Engineering Division, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 or by calling (805) 773-4656. Printed versions of this request for proposals are available for a non-refundable fee of $20 and PDF versions may be emailed at no charge by contacting Erin Olsen at eolsen@pismobeach.org.

Specific questions will be accepted in writing up to 72 hours before the proposal due date and time by emailing Chad Stoehr, at cstoehr@pismobeach.org.

For non-technical questions, contact Erin Olsen at eolsen@pismobeach.org.

ERICA INDERLIED CITY CLERK September 6 & 13, 2018

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

WHO:

County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission.

WHEN:

Thursday, September 27, 2018 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 Mike Salucci & Mike Hodge for a phased Vesting Tentative Tract Map (Tract 3123 /SUB2015-00051) and a Development Plan / Coastal Development Permit to authorize a phased Mixed-Use Planned Development that includes the re-subdivision of two (2) existing lots into two (2) underlying lots and four (4) residential airspace condominium units. Also included in the request are three (3) attached hotel suites as a single building located on proposed lot 2 ranging in size from approximately 792 square feet to 990 square feet, and four (4) residential condominiums of approximately 1,150 square feet each located on proposed lot 1. The project also proposes a height modification to increase the height of a proposed handicap accessible elevator shaft (for the condominiums) to approximately one foot above the allowed building height. The project includes improvements of the fronting road right-of-way/sidewalk to provide for a driveway transition, a handicap access ramp for the hotel component, and repair to existing deteriorated improvements. The project will require the demolition and removal of three existing residences and will result in the disturbance of the entire 9,613 square foot site. The proposed project is within the Residential Multi-Family and Commercial Retail land use categories and is located at 360 1st Street, within the community of Avila Beach. The site is in the Coastal Zone and San Luis Bay Coastal planning area.

County File Number: EXT2018-00019 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 033-291-034 Supervisorial District: District 5 Date Accepted: N/A 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 Holly Phipps, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600.

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 September 13, 2018

WHO:

REVISED NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

WHAT: A continued hearing to consider a request by Ralph Goehring / Templeton Tennis Ranch to allow for a modification of their previously approved Vesting Tentative Tract Map and Conditional Use Permit (SUB2004-00227) for the construction of a 4,320 sq. ft. multi-purpose building and for 58 temporary events with 24 events up to 100 guests, 22 events up to 150 guests and 12 events up to 250 guests.

Amplified music is proposed.

The existing uses include a 10,086 sq. ft. tennis club facility with 6 tennis/paddle courts. The project is within the Residential Rural land use category and is located on the west side of Theater Drive, approximately 1,000 feet south of the intersection of Main Street, in the community of Templeton, in the Salinas River Sub Area of the North County Planning Area.

County File Number: DRC2017-00082 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 040-201-054 Supervisorial District: District 1 Date Accepted: April 25, 2018 WHERE: The hearing will be held in the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1055 Monterey St., Room #D170, County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, CA. The Board of Supervisors Chambers are located on the corner of Santa Rosa and Monterey Streets. At the hearing all interested persons may express their views for or against, or to change the proposal.

County File Number: SUB2015-00051 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 076-217-015 Supervisorial District: District 3 Date Accepted: 08/10/2018

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: A copy of the staff report will be available on the Planning Department website, www.sloplanning.org. You may contact Holly Phipps, Project Manager, in the San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building, County Government Center, 976 Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, (805) 781-5600.

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 Cody Scheel, Project Manager, in the Department of Planning and Building at the address below or by telephone at (805) 781-5600.

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.

Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission

Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the project is categorically exempt under CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(2). A Notice of Exemption has been prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062.

County File Number: DRC2017‑00094

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the project is categorically exempt under CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(2). A Notice of Exemption has been prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062. **If you challenge this matter in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this public notice or in written correspondence delivered to the appropriate authority at or before the public hearing** DATED: September 13, 2018 RAMONA HEDGES, SECRETARY COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION September 13, 2018

September 13, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-2108 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ADAMS BURGERS, 325 Pier Ave., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County.

Adams Burgers LLC (1700 Dairy Ave. #133, Corcoran, CA 93212). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company/s/ Adams Burgers LLC, Saleh Nagi Obeid, Member.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-21-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-21-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2110 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/1956) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ATASCADERO FOURSQUARE CHURCH, FATHER’S HOUSE, 2100 Ramona Blvd., Atascadero, CA 93422-1011. San Luis Obispo County. International Church of the Foursquare Gospel (1910 W. Sunset Blvd. Ste. 200, Los Angeles, CA 90026-0176).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ International Church of the Foursquare Gospel, Ron Thigpenn, Chief Financial Officer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-22-18. 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. 08-22-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

Assessor Parcel Number(s): right‑of‑way Supervisorial District: District 2 Date Accepted: 08/15/2018 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.

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.

Ramona Hedges, Secretary Planning Commission September 13, 2018

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

San Luis Obispo County Planning Commission

WHEN: Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. (All items are advertised for 9:00 a.m. To find out the agenda placement call the Planning Department at 781-5600)

Also to be considered is the environmental determination that the project is exempt under CEQA, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), General Rule Exemption. The Environmental Coordinator has determined that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the proposed project may have a significant adverse effect on the environment. A Notice of Exemption has been prepared pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15062.

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.

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & BUILDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

WHO:

County of San Luis Obispo Planning Commission.

WHEN: Thursday, September 27, 2018 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: Appeal of the Planning Director’s Determination on density allowance for Commercial Retail and Residential Multi-Family land use categories in accordance with the Avila Beach Specific Plan and Coastal Zone Land Use Ordinance Title 23. The determination is applied to proposed development SUB2015-00051 (Salucci) located at 356 1st Street, within the community of Avila Beach. The site is in the Coastal Zone and San Luis Bay Coastal planning area.

County File Number: APPL2018-00003 Assessor Parcel Number(s): 076-217-015 Supervisorial District: District 3 Date Accepted: N/A 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 Cody Scheel, 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 September 13, 2018

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach California in the Council Chamber for the following purpose: Public Hearing Agenda: A. Address:

140 Addie Street

Applicant:

Vaughn and Mary Ann Koligian

Project No:

P16-000090

Description: Coastal Development and Architectural Review Permits for 1,296 squarefoot single-story visitor-serving rental unit and a 552 square-foot attached tandem garage. A Variance Request for a 5’ front yard setback where a 15’ setback is required will be considered.

A Mitigated Negative Declaration will also be considered. The project is located in the Hotel and Motel (R-4) Zone of the Downtown Core Planning Area. APN: 005-163-029. The project is located in the Coastal Appeal Overlay Zone and is appealable to the California Coastal Commission.

You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community.

Interested persons are invited to appear at the hearing or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects. An opportunity will be presented at the hearing for verbal comments.

Written comments are also welcomed at the hearing or prior to the hearing. Written comments prepared prior to the hearing may be submitted to the Planning Division by mail or hand-delivery at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, by fax at (805) 773-4684, or by email at eperez@pismobeach.org.

Staff reports, plans and other information related to these projects are available for public review at the Community Development Department, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA. The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Friday before the meeting and may be obtained at City Hall or by visiting www.pismobeach.org. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City’s website.

PLEASE NOTE: If you challenge the action taken on these items in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Pismo Beach at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Further information on the above items may be obtained from or viewed at the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, or by telephone at (805) 773-4657, or by emailing Erica Inderlied, City Clerk, at einderlied@ pismobeach.org.

Elsa Perez, CMC Administrative Secretary September 13, 2018

LegaL Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2112 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/22/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MIGHTY TIDY, 1651 22nd St., Oceano, CA 93445.

San Luis Obispo County. Valente Garcia Morales (1651 22nd St., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Valente Garcia Morales.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-22-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-22-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2115 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HIGHER VIBES, 844 Escuela Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County.

Richard Joseph (844 Escuela Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Richard Joseph.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-22-18. 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. 0822-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2119 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/30/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BLEU DIAMOND LLC, 1189 Pike Ln. 9, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Bleu Diamond LLC (1189 Pike Ln. 9, Oceano, CA 93445).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Bleu Diamond LLC, Kristina Valdez, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-23-18. 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. 08-23-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

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FILE NO. 2018-2135 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/25/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CARLOS LEONIDAS FERNANDEZ JR, 176 E Dana St., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Carlos Leonidas Jr Fernandez, Carlos Leonidas Bey (176 E Dana St., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A Trust /s/ Fernandez, Carlos Leonidas Jr (All Rights Reserved), Trustee. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-27-18.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2137 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/27/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, HADDIE’S HORSES LLC, CAMBRIA HORSEBACK RIDES, 300 Highway 1, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Haddie’s Horses LLC (1545 Descanso Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Haddie’s Horses LLC, Hadar Townsend, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-27-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2138 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BOOK AND ASSIST, 4020 Oakdale, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County.

Christina Campbell (4020 Oakdale, Paso Robles, CA 93446).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Christina Campbell.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-27-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2129 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/15/1982) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE GOLDEN PAW, 2314 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. John Michael Salmeron (9670 Otero Ln., Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ John Michael Salmeron. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-24-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy.

Exp. 08-24-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2139 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PRIVATE HIGHZ LLC, PRIVATE HIGHZ, THE PRIVATE HIGHZ COMPANY, 1012 Santa Maria Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402.

San Luis Obispo County. Private Highz LLC (1012 Santa Maria Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Private Highz LLC, Nathan Seawater, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-27-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2130 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/17/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MICHAEL DUNBAR MASSAGE, 365 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Michael S. Dunbar (1360 Los Olivos Ave., Apt. B, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael Dunbar.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-24-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 08-24-23.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2141 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, THE RIDICULOUS FUN COMPANY LLC, 242 Vista Del Mar Avenue, Shell Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County.

The Ridiculous Fun Company LLC (242 Vista Del Mar Avenue, Shell Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ The Ridiculous Fun Company LLC, Justin McMillan, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-2718. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-2142 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/14/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LET’S GET TUNED, 2770 Fir Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County.

Jonathan Nowaczyk, Natalie Anne Teichmann (2770 Fir Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Natalie Anne Teichmann.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-27-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 08-27-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2145 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COLUMBIA PACKAGING GROUP, 1603 Commerce Way, Paso Robles, CA 93347.

San Luis Obispo County. Columbia Burlap and Bag Company, Inc. (1603 Commerce Way, Paso Robles, CA 93347). This business is conducted by A MO Corporation /s/ Columbia Burlap and Bag Company, Inc., Marc Radasky, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-28-18. 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. 08-28-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2146 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/28/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CENTRAL COAST CONCRETE COATINGS, 2100 Creek Rd., Oceano, CA 93445.

San Luis Obispo County. Jared Allen Clark (1271 W. Sonya, Suite 101, Santa Maria, CA 93458).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jared Allen Clark.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-28-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 08-28-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2152 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (02/12/2015) New Filing The following person is doing business as, APPSOFSTEEL, 920 Calle De Topo, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County.

AppsOfSteel (920 Calle De Topo, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ AppsOfSteel, Kathryn Aurand, CFO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-28-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy.

Exp. 08-28-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2161 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CAPITAL CONSULTING, 23679 Calabasas Rd. #352, Calabasas, CA 91302. Los Angeles County. JRB Capital Inc. (23679 Calabasas Rd. #352, Calabasas, CA 91302). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ KRB Capital Inc., Karoly Robert Budai-President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-29-18. 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. 08-29-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-2165 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/29/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GARLANDS HAMBURGERS, 701 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Pamela Denise McElroy, William Earl McElroy (2365 Par View Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Pamela Denise McElroy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-29-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. JF. Brown, Deputy.

Exp. 08-29-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2177 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/30/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, GUITON REALTY, 1330 Lakeside, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County.

Oceano West Inc. (1330 Lakeside, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Oceano West Inc., Linda Marie Austin, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-30-18. 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. 08-30-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2181 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/30/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SLOAUTOFINDER, 2974 Hawk Hill Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. RW McKee Inc. (2974 Hawk Hill Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ RW McKee Inc., Robert Wesley McKee, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-30-18. 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. 08-30-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2182 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, RHONEDONNEE WINES, 501 Lawrence Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Aaron Jose Guerrero (501 Lawrence Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Aaron Jose Guerrero.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-31-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 0831-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2188 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, POZO FARM AND RANCH, 12250 River Rd., Santa Margarita, CA 93453. San Luis Obispo County. Corey Vincent Brown, Jessica Ann Brown (12250 River Rd., Santa Margarita, CA 93453). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Corey Brown. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-31-18.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. Can. Wood, Deputy. Exp. 08-31-23.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-2191 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/04/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, PARK 1039, 1039 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Globally Source Inc (1839 Strand Way, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Globally Source Inc., Steven Goodale, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 09-04-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2193 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MORRO BAY RENEW CREW, 2696 Orville, Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Riley Richard Banderet (2696 Orville, Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Riley R. Banderet, Individual.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-04-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2195 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, TRATEL, 1680 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. Silver City West, LLC (16211 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite A6A-602). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Silver City West, LLC, Angus Keith, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-04-18.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 09-04-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2196 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, SILVER CITY WEST, 1680 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Silver City West, LLC (16211 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite A6A-602). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Silver City West, LLC, Angus Keith, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy.

Exp. 09-04-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2199 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/11/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as, E & E ELECTRIC, 1808 Eto Ln., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County.

Jose N. Ventura (1808 Eto Ln., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jose N. Ventura.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 09-04-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2201 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, COASTAL COMMUNICATIONS, 144 Stenner St. Apt. D, San Luis Obispo, CA 9405. San Luis Obispo County. Daniel Jason Lopez (144 Stenner St. Apt. D, San Luis Obispo, CA 9405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Daniel J. Lopez, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 09-04-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2203 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/06/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, LOGOS INK, 3860 S. Higuera St. Spc C-12, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Logos Ink, LLC (3860 S. Higuera St. Spc C-12, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Logos Ink, LLC, Lorna Garoogian, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-04-18.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. S. Currens, Deputy. Exp. 09-04-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2206 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/1993) New Filing The following person is doing business as, RAMADA CENTER PARTNERSHIP, RAMADA BUSINESS CENTER, 3850 RAMADA DR. D4A, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County.

Delphia Connella, Delphia Connella, Trustee (224 Oakview, Avila Beach, CA 93424). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Delphia Connella.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-05-18. 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. 09-05-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2214 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as, CHACHO’S MEXICAN FOOD, 1911 Cienaga St., Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Max Pimentel (123 East Branch St., Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Max Pimentel. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-06-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. A. Bautista, Deputy.

Exp. 09-06-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2215 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/19/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as, BARREL 27 WINE COMPANY, BARREL 27, 3525 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County.

Barrel 27 Wine Company, Inc. (PO Box 3798, Paso Robles, CA 93447). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Barrel 27 Wine Company, Inc., Liz Gillingham, Operations Manager.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-06-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 0906-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2219 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/15/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as, DEFIANCE VINEYARD, 5650 Calle Las Colinas, Creston, CA 93432. San Luis Obispo County. Trilogy Farms & Vineyards LLC (5650 Calle Las Colinas, Creston, CA 93432).

This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/Trilogy Farms & Vineyards LLC, Cheryl Faulkner, Managing Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-06-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy.

Exp. 09-06-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-2224 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/31/1998) New Filing The following person is doing business as, ST. BENEDICT’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, THE ABUNDACE SHOP, ST. BEN’S, 2220 Snowy Egret Lane, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Rector, Wardens and Vestry of St. Benedict’s Episcopal Church (2220 Snowy Egret Lane, Los Osos, CA 93402).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Rector, Wardens and Vestry of St. Benedict’s Episcopal Church, Elizabeth F. Gonzalez-Treasurer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-07-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 09-07-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-2227 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/24/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as, MSW ARTISAN PAINTING, 2713 Vine Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County.

MSW Artisan Painting (2713 Vine Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ MSW Artisan Painting, George M. Morrison, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 09-07-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong, County Clerk. J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 0907-23.

September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2018-2166 OLD FILE NO. 2015-1120 Garlands Hamburgers, 701 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County.

The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 04-242015. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: William L. McWaid, Catharine A. McWaid (225 Mason Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business was conducted by A Married Couple /s/ William L. McWaid. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-29-2018. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By JF. Brown, Deputy Clerk.

September 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2018

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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) will hold a Public Hearing on October 3, 2018, to receive public testimony on the 2017 Federal Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP) Amendment No. 16.

The 2017 FTIP Amendment No. 16 consists of the following changes: New projects and project adjustments up to the fourth year (2020) of the current (2017) FTIP. This programming strategy allows SLOCOG to continue delivering projects from the current 2017 FTIP in the event the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) cannot take action on the new 2019 FTIP, for any reason. Approximately 50 projects have been identified with some adjustment and can be viewed at: https://tinyurl.com/ycl9geq9 The FTIP is the region’s transportation programming document that contains a comprehensive listing of surface transportation projects that receive federal funds, are subject to a federally required action, or are regionally significant.

Highway and local road projects, public transit, bicycle and pedestrian projects are included in the FTIP based on programmed and committed federal, state, and local funding over the next four years.

Individuals wishing accessibility accommodations at this meeting, under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), may request such accommodations to aid hearing, visual, or mobility impairment (including Limited English Proficiency [LEP]) by contacting SLOCOG offices at 781-4219. Please note that 48 hours advance notice is needed to honor your request.

Please refer to www.slocog.org for the meeting agenda and further information. The hearing will be held during the SLOCOG Board meeting that starts at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 3, 2018, in the County Board of Supervisors’ Chambers, County Government Center, 1055 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California. For more information, write to SLOCOG, 1114 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, or contact John DiNunzio (805) 781-5764, or email at jdinunzio@slocog.org.

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LegaL Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JOSEPHINE H. GONZALEZ CASE NUMBER: 18PR - 0293

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

The Petition for Probate requests that ERMA GONZALEZ be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: November 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm St., Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

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

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

Petitioner: Erma Gonzalez 1657 Vicente Dr. San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 September 13, 20, & 27, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MICHAEL NEWMAN CASE NUMBER: 18PR - 0289

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: MICHAEL NEWMAN, aka MICHAEL C. NEWMAN, aka MICHAEL CURTIS NEWMAN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed LORETTA NEWMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that LORETTA NEWMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: November 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm St., Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

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

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

Attorney for Petitioner: Craig S. Ainsworth 1103 Johnson Ave., Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 September 13, 20, & 27, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RUTH GENTRY MCMILLAN, AkA RUTH G. GENTRY CASE NUMBER: 18PR - 0257

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: RUTH GENTRY MCMILLAN, aka RUTH G. GENTRY A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed KATHLEEN MARIE GENTRY in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that KATHLEEN MARIE GENTRY 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

LegaL Notices petition will be held in this court as follows: October 2, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm St., Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

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

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

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court.

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

Attorney for Petitioner: Craig S. Ainsworth 1103 Johnson Ave., Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

NOTICE OF Ex PARTE HEARING FOR AN ORDER AMENDING THE JUDGMENT TO ADD A TWELFTH SET OF ADDITIONAL ASSOCIATE MEMBER ENTITIES

TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE MATTER OF THE PROCEEDINGS FOR THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS CALIFORNIA HERO PROGRAM: Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) is seeking to amend the validation judgment obtained in Riverside County Superior Court, Case Nos. RIC1308636 and RIC130837, which pursuant to AB 860 authorized the financing of distributed generation renewable energy sources, or energy efficiency improvements, water efficiency improvements, electric vehicle infrastructure and seismic strengthening infrastructure permanently fixed to residential, commercial, industrial, or other eligible real property in California. The validation judgment specifically authorized the financing of the construction or installation of the improvements, the issuance of limited obligation improvement bonds, the initial establishment and the subsequent expansion of the program area within which contractual assessments may be offered to include cities and counties throughout California, and the placement and collection by WRCOG of assessments on the tax roll of those counties within which participating cities and counties are located.

WRCOG is now seeking to amend the validation judgment to expand the California HERO Program to include the cities of Milpitas, Petaluma, Pismo Beach, Pleasanton, and the town of Truckee.

Any person who wishes to challenge the expansion of the California HERO Program to include each of the entities listed above must provide written notice to Danielle Sakai at Best Best & Krieger LLP, 3390 University Ave., 5th Floor, Riverside, CA 92501, phone number (951) 686-1450 by October 1, 2018, or appear at the hearing on October 11, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. in Department 4 of the Riverside County Superior Court located at 4050 Main Street, Riverside, California 92501.

September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

LegaL Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE

The following unit will be sold to satisfy liens against them at a public auction to be held on Friday, September 21, 2018.

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

Unit #361 Ramona Needham Sofa, fainting couch, end table, side board buffet, twin mattress, easy chair, 4 drawer file cabinet, suitcase, armoire, bookcases/ glass doors, lamps, washer, dining room chairs, office chair, books, boxes of unknown contents.

Unit #962 Sergio Vasquez Tires,dresser, 3 bicycles, mattresses, lamps, door mirror, trophy, TV stand, bakers rack, boxes & tubs of unknown contents.

Unit #804 Lianne Comeau - File cabinets, drop leaf table, shutters, bedroom set, coffee table, rocking horse, totes & boxes of unknown contents.

Sealed bids will be accepted preceding a silent auction at 9:00am to 12:00 noon, Friday, September 14, 2018 , at ABBY’S SELF STORAGE 50 ABBY ROAD, TEMPLETON , County of San Luis Obispo, State of California. Bond #0455718. Bids will be taken from 9 AM to 12 NOON (owner has the right to refuse and all bids. Owner has the right to bid.)

Highest bidder will be notified by telephone by 1:00 PM the day of the auction. Cash or credit cards only. This is due and payable at the time of removal, which must be completed by 5:00 PM on the day of the auction.

September 13, 20, 2018

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC. Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned is hereby given notice that a public lien sale of the following personal property will be held online at storageauctions.net and will end at the hour of 1 o’clock PM on the 27th Day of September, 2018 where said property has been stored and which are located at: Downtown Mini Storage, 9200 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422 County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, the following Brittney Alsup Crib mattress, microwave, toys, misc totes Jennifer Bailey Couches, dresser, mattresses, misc boxes, desk, microwave Eliza Campoverde Luggage, tent, coolers, bar stools, sports equipment, stereo equipment, tools Jimmie Cason Car jack, vacuum, pillow, bedding, misc pots/pans, kitchenware Lianne Comeau Toys, misc boxes/bins, skateboards, video game equipment Karen Ferraro Futon frame, bike, tools, boxes/ totes, hutch Rebecca McMurry Toys, misc boxes/bins, TV, chest, hutch, misc household, dresser Angelica Merino Vacuum, folding chairs, luggage, lamp, misc household Daniel Nicholas Tanning bed, Flowmaster compressor, bike parts, tools, propane tanks, toys, misc boxes, Xmas décor Cipriana Simmons Toys, toy chest, misc boxes, TV, dresser, desk, furniture, mattress Loring Wiley Purses, misc bags/bins September 13, 20, 2018

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LegaL Notices NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC. Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code.

The undersigned is hereby given notice that a public lien sale of the following personal property will be held online at storageauctions.net and will end at the hour of 11 o’clock AM on the 27th Day of September, 2018 where said property has been stored and which are located at: Traffic Way Storage, 5395 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422 County of San Luis Obispo, State of California, the following Amber Bishop Clothes, misc totes Karen Golden Drum kit, washer/dryer, dishwasher, couch, mattress, power tools, bags/totes, hutch Tim Jespersen Twin trundle bed, bedroom set, dresser, refrigerator, TVs, luggage, weights, punching bag, C-pap machine Monica Maruquin Gutierrez Fishing poles, drift wood, surfboard, totes/boxes, table Alex Raissipour Refrigerators, grow lights, furniture, file cabinet, fishing poles, dresser, desk, computer Adam Siegel Mattress, clothes, toys, boxes/ totes, dresser September 13, 20, 2018

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 515 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 and 2100 Main Street, Morro Bay CA 93442, will sell by competitive bidding ending on or after September 21st, 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 D’Ann Martin, 10x20 Shannon Berryhill, 5x7 MORRO BAY Fred Rodriguez, 10x22 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 6th day of September 2018.

Auction by StorageTreasures. com Phone (855)722-8853 Main Mini Storage (805) 5287864 Ad to run September 13th and September 20th, 2018.

LegaL Notices NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 038-321-007 TS NO: CA0500061617-1 TO NO: 170034145

(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 December 18, 2008. 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 September 25, 2018 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 January 5, 2009 as Instrument No. 2009000275, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of San Luis Obispo County, California, executed by MELISSA MARTEN, SINGLE WOMAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for COUNTRYWIDE BANK, FSB 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: 1450 14TH ST, LOS OSOS, CA 93402 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 $215,788.15 (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

LegaL Notices 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, CA05000616-17-1.

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: August 21, 2018 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA05000616-17-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-6604288 Bobbie LaFlower, 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 47825, Pub Dates: 09/06/2018, 09/13/2018, 09/20/2018, NEW TIMES

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS NO. CA-18-826592JB ORDER NO.: 180208063-CA-VOI

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/11/2005. 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. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MICHAEL E. TYLER AND JUNKO S. TYLER, WHO ARE MARRIED TO EACH OTHER Recorded: 2/24/2005 as Instrument No. 2005014388 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 5/7/2007 as Instrument No. 2007030871 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN LUIS OBISPO County, California; Date of Sale: 10/16/2018 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the County of San Luis Obispo General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. Breezeway facing Santa Rosa Street Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $164,546.66 The purported property address is: 1498 11TH STREET, LOS OSOS, CA 93402 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 038-302-014 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 bid-

LegaL Notices ding 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 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-18-826592-JB. 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. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-18-826592-JB IDSPub #0144900 9/13/2018 9/20/2018 9/27/2018

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2018-1938 OLD FILE NO. 2016-2965 Pismo Beach Optometric Center, 573 Five Cities Dr., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 1221-2016. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Michael E. Jacobs (495 Hansen Hill Rd., Arroyo grande, CA 93420). This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael E. Jacobs.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-02-2018. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk.

By JF. Brown, Deputy Clerk.

August 23, 30, September 6, & 13, 2018

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 18CVP-0300

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Lauri and Joshua Graham filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Oscar Sedanodiaz Graham to PROPOSED NAME: Oscar Matthew Graham 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: 10/24/2018, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. P2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Room 105, Paso Robles, CA 93446.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: September 6, 2018 /s/: Linda D. Hurst, Judge of the Superior Court September 13, 20, 27, & October 4, 2018

NOTICE SUMMONS NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): LEANDRO CHAVEZ INDIVIDUALLy DBA: CENTRAL COAST PLUMBING; SHAUNA CHAVEZ AkA SHAUNA J. CHAVEZ, 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: 18CV0144

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

LegaL Notices 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. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

CASE NUMBER: 18CV-0144 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: 03-16-2018 By: /s/ Michael Powell, Clerk /s/, Carol L. Mcguirk, Deputy Clerk,

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2018-2109 OLD FILE NO. 2017-1356 Father’s House, 2100 Ramona Blvd., Atascadero, CA 93422.

San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 05-30-2017.

The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Atascadero Foursquare Church (2100 Ramona Blvd., Atascadero, CA 93422).

This business was conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Tom Gaddis, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-22-2018.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By J. Goble, Deputy Clerk.

August 30, September 6, 13, & 20, 2018

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STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2018-2080 OLD FILE NO. 2017-2080 Pismo Coast RV Rentals, Pismo Coast RV Leasing, Pismo Coast RV, 214 Colt Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County.

The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 0824-2017. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Tara Lynn Neufeld (214 Colt Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Tara Neufeld, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 08-17-2018. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By J. Goble, Deputy Clerk.

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(March 21-April 19): Author Anne Carson describes part of her creative process in this way: “Sometimes I dream a sentence and write it down. It’s usually nonsense, but sometimes it seems a key to another world.” I suspect you might be able to benefit from using a comparable trick in the coming days. That’s why you should monitor any odd dreams, seemingly irrational impulses, or weird fantasies that arise in you. Although they may not be of any practical value in themselves, they could spur a train of thought that leads you to interesting breakthroughs.

TAURUS

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Libran blogger Ana-Sofia Cardelle writes candidly about her relationship with herself. She keeps us up to date with the ever-shifting self-images that float through her awareness. Here’s one of her bulletins: “Stage 1. me: I’m the cutest thing in the world. Stage 2. me, two seconds later: no, I’m a freaking goblin. Stage 3. me, two seconds after that: I’m the cutest goblin in the world.” I’m guessing that many of you Libras have reached the end of your own personal version of Stage 2. You’ve either already slipped into Stage 3, or soon will. No later than Oct. 1, you’ll be preparing to glide back into Stage 1 again.

(April 20-May 20): “The idea of liberation through the suppression of desire is the greatest foolishness ever conceived by the human mind,” wrote philosopher E. M. Cioran. I agree that trying to deny or stifle or ignore our desires can’t emancipate us. In fact, I’m inclined to believe that freedom is only possible if we celebrate and honor our desires, marvel at their enigmas, and respect their power.

Only then can we hope to refine them. Only then can we craft them into beautiful, useful forces that serve us rather than confuse and undermine us. The coming weeks will be an excellent time for you to engage in this spiritual practice, Taurus.

SCORPIO

GEMINI

(Nov. 22-Dec. 21): According to a Pew Research study, nearly 75 percent of Americans say they talk to God, but only 30 percent get a reply. I’m guessing the latter figure will rise dramatically for Sagittarian Americans in the next three weeks, however. Why? Because the astrological indicators suggest that authorities of all kinds will be more responsive than usual to Sagittarians of all nationalities. Help from higher powers is likely to be both more palpable and more forthcoming. Any communications you initiate with honchos, directors, and leaders have a better-than-normal chance of being well-received.

(May 21-June 20): “Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck,” says the Dalai Lama. Ain’t that the truth! When I was 22 years old, there were two different women I desperately yearned for as if they were the Muse Queens of Heaven who would transform me into a great artist and quench my infinite passion. Fortunately, they both rejected me. They decisively set me free of my bondage to them. Later, when I was older and wiser, I realized that blending my fortunes with either of them would have led me away from my true destiny. I got lucky! In a similar but less melodramatic way, Gemini, I suspect you will also get lucky sometime soon.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’ts for Boys or Errors of Conduct Corrected was an advice book for boys published in 1902.

Among many other strictures and warnings, it offered this advice: “Don’t giggle. For the love of decency, never giggle.”

There was additional counsel in the same vein: “Don’t be noisy. The guffaw evinces less enjoyment than the quiet smile.” Another exhortation: “Don’t tease. Be witty, but impersonal.” In accordance with astrological omens, I hereby proclaim that all those instructions are utterly wrong for you right now. To sweetly align yourself with cosmic rhythms, you should giggle and guffaw and tease freely. If you’re witty— and I hope you will be—it’ll serve you well to be affectionate and personable.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “Simplicity is about subtracting the obvious and adding the meaningful,” writes designer John Maeda.

“The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak up,” says artist Hans Hofmann. “Simplicity strips away the superfluous to reveal the essence,” declares a blogger named Cheo. I hope these quotes provide you with helpful pointers, Leo. You now have the opportunity to cultivate a masterful version of simplicity.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your keynote is the Japanese word shizuka. According to photographer Masao Yamamoto, it means “cleansed, pure, clear, and untainted.” One of his artistic practices is to wander around forests looking in the soil for “treasures” that emanate shizuka. So in his definition, the term isn’t about being scrubbed or sanitized. Rather, he’s interested in pristine natural phenomena that are unspoiled by civilization. He regards them as food for his soul. I mention this, Virgo, because now is an excellent time for you to get big doses of people and places and things that are cleansed, pure, clear, and untainted.

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “There’s no such thing as love,” said Scorpio painter Pablo Picasso, “there are only proofs of love.”

I’m tempted to believe that’s true, especially as I contemplate the current chapter of your life story. The evidence seems clear: you will thrive by engaging in practical demonstrations of how much you care. You’ll be wise to tangibly help and support and encourage and inspire everyone and everything you love. To do so will make you eligible for blessings that are, as of this moment, still hidden or unavailable.

SAGITTARIUS

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): One day in October 1926, author Virginia Woolf inscribed in her diary, “I am the usual battlefield of emotions.” It was a complaint, but also a brag. In fact, she drew on this constant turmoil to fuel her substantial output of creative writing. But the fact is that not all of us thrive on such ongoing uproar. As perversely glamorous and appealing as it might seem to certain people, many of us can do fine without it. According to my analysis, that will be true for you in the coming weeks. If you have a diary, you might justifiably write, “Hallelujah! I am NOT a battlefield of emotions right now!”

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Anthropologist Margaret Mead had definite ideas about “the ways to get insight.” She named them as follows: “to study infants; to study animals; to study indigenous people; to be psychoanalyzed; to have a religious conversion and get over it; to have a psychotic episode and get over it.” I have my own list of ways to spur insight and inspiration, which includes: to do walking meditations in the woods on a regular basis, no matter what the weather; to engage in long, slow sex with a person you love; to spend a few hours reviewing in detail your entire life history; to dance to music you adore for as long as you can before you collapse from delighted exhaustion. What about you, Aquarius? What are your reliable ways to get insight? I suggest you engage in some of them, and also discover a new one. You’re in the Flood of Radical Fresh Insights Phase of your astrological cycle.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Stanley Kubrick made masterful films, but most of them bore me. I regard John Ashbery as a clever and innovative poet, but I’ve never been excited by his work. As for painter Mark Rothko, I recognize his talent and intelligence, but his art leaves me empty. The music of Nora Jones is pretty and technically impeccable, but it doesn’t move me. In the coming weeks, Pisces, I invite you to make the kinds of fine distinctions I’m describing here. It will be important for you to be faithful to your subjective responses to things, even as you maintain an objective perspective about them and treat them with respect. ∆

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