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January 25 - February 1, 2018 VOLUME 32, NUMBER 27

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This week Health & Beauty The face race against Father Time..................................... 14 Diet fads of the new year ............... 18 Beauty trends that finally made it to SLO ...............................23 Local, natural, organic skin care ....25

news CAPSLO to build a detox facility .......4

opinion Current politics isn’t a clean fight .....9 Civility is key to county leadership....9

arts CINEMA: Cambria’s film fest is a love fest ..........................................35 GALLERY: One guy turns root balls into art ............................36

flavor FOOD: Nourish the body, to-go .....46 cover photo by Jayson Mellom cover design by Alex Zuniga

eauty is apparently deeper than the skin. It goes all the way down to the muscles, and there are facial treatments that can lift, firm, and tone them as they age. People look to aestheticians for a variety of reasons— wrinkles, acne, dry spots, etc. For this year’s Health & Beauty issue, Sun Arts and Lifestyle TECH TREATMENT Writer Rebecca Rose from our sister paper to the A Beautiful south talks to salon owners across the Central Face Salon owner Linda Coast about what they can do for your skin Davis applies [14]. On top of that, check out what fad diets a microcurrent treatment you can tackle this year [18]; some of the using low beauty trends that finally made it to San Luis level electrical impulses to lift, Obispo [23]; and a local skin care product firm, and tone Rachel Hodson’s maker who’s careful about what she puts in her face and neck. serums, lotions, and oils [25]. This week, you can also read about what CAPSLO is doing to help SLO County residents with addiction issues [4]; Cambria’s upcoming film festival debut and all the love that comes with it [35]; a woodworker who’s in love with roots [36]; and a new downtown SLO eatery that gives new meaning to the word “Nourish” [46].

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the rest Classifieds.................... 50 Real Estate .................. 50 Brezsny’s Astrology..... 55

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CAPSLO, county to pursue a detox facility at new homeless center

iting a glaring need for more drug and alcohol detoxification services in San Luis Obispo County, on Jan. 23 the county Board of Supervisors signed off on conceptual plans to build and operate a new detox treatment center in SLO. Proposed on the property that will house the Community Action Partnership of SLO’s (CAPSLO) new homeless center in the city of SLO, “40 Prado,” the 8- to 10-bed facility could eventually provide medical detox services and residential treatment for low-income residents suffering from substance abuse disorders. Health officials told county supervisors in a board meeting presentation that detox services are “entirely lacking” in the county and service providers “haven’t had anywhere to send people.” A new contract with the state Department of Health Care Services inked last month also requires that the county provide more residential detox services within the next three years, either within the county or elsewhere. “Without a residential treatment program available locally for Medi-Cal beneficiaries, the Health Agency will be required to contract with out of county providers for this level of care,” a county staff report stated. Only five detox beds are currently available to serve low-income Medi-Cal patients—at Bryan’s House in Paso Robles, which is for perinatal women only—despite the fact that an estimated 22,300 to 27,100 local adults suffer from substance abuse disorders. “This has been long overdue at this point,” said 5th District Supervisor Debbie Arnold, before the supervisors unanimously voted to direct staff to continue working with CAPSLO on the project. According to county Behavioral Health Administrator Anne Robin, of the 2,269 adults who received substance abuse services from

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NEED FOR DETOX SLO County and the Community Action Partnership of SLO are partnering on a new detoxification facility at the “40 Prado” homeless center, currently under construction.

the county in 2015, only 2 percent needed detoxification, which is why a 8- to 10-bed facility was proposed. Once admitted to the detox center, patients would spend six to eight days in medical withdrawal, followed by up to 30 days in a residential treatment program. While the 40 Prado homeless center plans to open this summer, the detox facility may take two years to complete, according to county estimates. Capital costs for the 2,880 square-foot facility are estimated at $730,000, and CAPSLO staff said private philanthropists are interested in helping fund its construction. Before proceeding, though, donors wanted assurance that the county would commit to running the facility for the long haul, which was why the item came before the Board of Supervisors, according to CAPSLO. The county plans to contract detox operations to a thirdparty provider.

While all five supervisors supported the project, Supervisors Bruce Gibson and Adam Hill expressed concern about the ongoing operational cost to run the center, pegged at $1.2 million per year. Operational expenses will be partially offset by Medi-Cal and Affordable Care Act (ACA) reimbursements as well as grants, but their extent is unclear. County staff added that federal changes to the ACA could significantly change the prospects for the facility, potentially “reducing program service levels or closing the facility.” Gibson and Hill noted that county funds could be tied up with other spending needs on the horizon, like health care reforms at the county jail. Sheriff Ian Parkinson spoke in favor of the project at the meeting, noting that residents with substance abuse issues come “in and out of jail all the time.” ∆ —Peter Johnson

Pismo council extends moratorium on tattoo parlors, other businesses

plans to overhaul its commercial core to better promote food, wine, and “unique specialty retail” businesses. Those plans include adding new hotels and restaurants and an $8.7 million renovation of its pier and plaza area downtown, as well as a $12.2 million streetscaping project along Shell Beach road. Lewis said the list of businesses was developed because they were not consistent with the council’s vision for the city’s commercial areas. “I think people really appreciate that you are trying to step up your commercial community core,” Lewis told the council. “These are all things where you are really trying to elevate the experience there.” The 10-month extension would give city staff time to draft a permanent ordinance overhauling regulations on the businesses included in the moratorium, which they would bring back to the council for approval before December. “We are going to go through the regular process later on this year through the Planning Commission and council and refine them as needed,” Mayor Ed Waage said. —Chris McGuinness

As it eyes plans to revamp its downtown core, members of the Pismo Beach City Council voted to extend a temporary moratorium on tattoo parlors, smoke shops, and other businesses deemed “inconsistent” with the city’s future plans. The council initially passed the temporary moratorium—which also includes massage parlors, plasma donation centers, payday loan businesses, gold and silver exchanges, bail bond businesses, resale shops, pawn shops, and tire sales and repair businesses—on Dec. 4. The council voted 4-0 on Jan. 16, with Councilmember Sheila Blake absent, to extend the temporary moratorium for another 10 months and 15 days. The moratorium prohibits the approval, expansion, or relocation of those businesses, meaning that ones currently operating in the city can continue to do so. “We are hitting pause,” City Manager Jim Lewis said. The extension on the urgency ordinance comes as the council is moving forward with

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Morro Bay residents concerned about potential building height increases

The Morro Bay City Council responded to community outcry over a proposal to allow three-story tall buildings within the downtown area by removing it from the city’s downtown strategic plan at a Jan. 23 meeting—but didn’t ditch the idea entirely. “There’s so many beautiful views of the rock, even over buildings, where you have the mound of the rock. If you raise the height of the buildings we’re going to lose that,” Tina Metzger said during the meeting’s public comment. “Most of us don’t want this to turn into a Huntington Beach. We love the town the way it is.” Metzger was one of 14 community members who spoke out about the potential height change for commercial buildings outlined in the Downtown Waterfront Strategic Plan, which sets development guidelines for decision making over the next five to 10 years. The plan would have enabled buildings up to 37 feet tall in the downtown area, with an additional 7 feet allowed for architectural extensions to the building such as equipment. Morro Bay Community Development Manager Scot Graham said as part of the strategic plan, the building height would merely be a design guideline, not necessarily a definitive change. “They don’t set policy as it relates to what our development standards are. It says, ‘Hey, we’d like to go there, you adopt it, then we look and see what that would look like inside of our zoning code,’” Graham said. Currently, the general maximum height is 30 feet and the city does allow for additional architectural extensions—it just requires a conditional use permit. The proposed height guideline stemmed from conversations between workshops with the public, an advisory committee, the Planning Commission, and the City Council, Graham said, and a desire to have buildings that were tall enough to accommodate retail and living spaces. “One of the visions from the discussions is maybe it would be good to encourage mixed-use buildings and put residential above. That would get people living downtown, and maybe our shops would stay open later or there could be more restaurant options come in,” Graham said. Mayor Jamie Irons and Mayor Pro Tem John Headding recused themselves from the meeting as both have vested business interests in the downtown area. The board adopted the strategic plan 3-0 but removed the specific building height from the plan, leaving it for the Planning Commission to discuss. Graham said the community has the chance to talk about the potential commercial building height at the next Planning Commission meeting on Feb. 6. —Karen Garcia

Security bollards for downtown SLO: $1.2 million, city says

Retractable steel bollards and other unspecified infrastructure meant to block inroads to the San Luis Obispo Farmers’ Market and deter a theoretical vehicular attack will cost the city $1.2 million, according to city officials. While details on the plan are sparse, City Manager Derek Johnson said he

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plans to make “substantial progress” on the project within one year. New Times first reported in early January about the city’s intent to boost security downtown with a series of steel bollards, in light of recent incidents of vehicular terrorism throughout the world. City staff will ask the SLO City Council on Feb. 20 to allocate $1.2 million of “savings” found in last year’s budget for the security measures, which “are available for one-time purposes such as a capital improvement project,” Johnson said. Johnson said much of the plan is still under review, but “the idea is to largely provide barriers to provide protection for the Farmers’ Market and Mission Plaza.” “We don’t have any details,” Johnson said. “Once formally approved by the City Council, there are whole range of considerations, including existing utilities in the right of way that need to be considered when selecting the type and location of the proposed protective measures.” City staff will present a report to the council on Feb. 20 with the overall schedule and approach for the security measures. —Peter Johnson

Perez murder trial begins

Jurors heard opening arguments on Jan. 23 in the murder trial of a Grover Beach man accused of stabbing his roommate to death and lighting the body on fire. While SLO County prosecutors claimed that the man, 43-year-old Manuel Jesus Perez, pre-planned the murder of his housemate Joseph Charles Kienly IV, a lawyer for Perez argued that his client was acting self-defense. Perez was arrested in SLO shortly after Kienly’s badly burned body was found July 11 at home in the Grover Beach where they both were renting rooms. In his opening arguments, SLO County Deputy District Attorney Michael Frye said Perez premeditated the murder, manufacturing a homemade weapon out of two steak knives and buying lighter fluid in the days leading up to Kienly’s death. On the night of the murder, Frye said Perez waited in a dark hallway outside of Kienly’s room, smoking methamphetamine to stay awake. “He’d been waiting for the victim for at least 45 minutes,” Frye told jurors. Perez would later tell police investigators that he waited “like a cheetah waits for a gazelle,” Frye said. Defense attorney Steven Rice pushed back on Frye’s argument in his opening statement, claiming that Kienly had been an inconsiderate housemate and had antagonized and harassed Perez. Rice said that Perez tried to confront Kienly about the alleged harassment the night of the incident, and made the knife out of fear that the confrontation might turn violent. Rice told the jurors that Perez stabbed Kienly out of self-defense after Kienly tried to hit him during the argument. “It wasn’t his intent to kill [Kienly],” Rice said. “He was prepared to use violence if he had to, but he didn’t want to.” During his statement, Rice admitted that Perez was guilty of arson. “This case is about frustration, anger, and bad choices that did result in Mr. Kienly dying,” Rice said. Frye disputed the allegations that Kienly had been harassing Perez noting that said harassment included claims by Perez that Kienly had been “drilling holes” in the

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walls to keep him up at night, though the housemate never owned a power drill. “That part is just simply inaccurate,” Frye said. Perez’s trial is expected to last at least a month. Jurors will hear from a number of witnesses, including police investigators, a medical examiner, and a fellow housemate who allegedly heard the struggle take place and discovered Kienly’s body. In October 2017, Perez pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity to the charges against him. If he is found guilty, the trial will move into a second phase to determine if he was insane at the time he committed the crime. —Chris McGuinness

County drops Community Choice Energy effort

The city of San Luis Obispo is looking for partners on a new Community Choice Energy (CCE) program—which turns local governments into renewable energy procurers and electricity sellers—but it won’t be able to call SLO County. County supervisors voted 3-2 on Jan. 23 to abandon any further exploration of forming or joining a CCE. Supervisors John Peschong (1st District), Debbie Arnold (5th District), and Lynn Compton (4th District) voted against continuing CCE talks with either the city of SLO or Monterey Bay Community Power, expressing doubt about the potential for raising customer rates, taking on debt, and getting involved in “government-run” electricity. “The conclusion is I’m not convinced that having government-run electricity is really beneficial to my constituents,” Supervisor Arnold said. Nine CCE programs are currently in operation throughout the state, and eight more are in the process of launching.

Enabled by state legislation, a CCE allows a local region to make its own choices on energy investments and set customer rates equal to or less than investor-owned utilities like PG&E. Typically, a CCE’s goal is to invest in more renewable energy sources than private utilities. In 2016, SLO County participated in a tri-county CCE feasibility study with Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, which concluded that a regional CCE would be infeasible due to the overlap of PG&E and Southern California Edison territories. Another “pre-feasibility” study stated that forming a CCE within only PG&E territory on the Central Coast may be possible. In December, the SLO City Council voted unanimously to pursue forming a CCE with interested parties like the county, other local cities, and jurisdictions in Northern Santa Barbara County. Supervisors Bruce Gibson (2nd District) and Adam Hill (3rd District) both voted in favor of exploring a CCE and expressed “excitement” about the prospects of partnering with the city. “I respectfully disagree,” Peschong said. “I don’t see how going forward right now will not cost the ratepayers more money.” Gibson countered that the board didn’t have adequate information yet to draw that conclusion and questioned why the supervisors would reject further efforts to gather data. “What strikes me is the board majority seems intent on refusing to have our staff get more information,” Gibson said. “We’re turning our backs to our city colleagues. It all comes down to an ideological opposition to ‘government-run’ electricity.” Δ —Peter Johnson

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A Ventura cider company burns in the Thomas Fire

nna and Dominic O’Reilly worked to get their business, Anna’s Cider, going last September but lost their facility, equipment, and first batch of hard cider in last December’s Thomas Fire. The Ojai couple is the first commercial hard cider producer in Ventura County. Dominic has a long background in winemaking. He got his start in the cellar of his family’s winery, Owen Roe, and later earned his way into a management position. He’s currently the winemaker for Topa Mountain Winery. Dominic’s experience inspired the couple to try their hand at crafting the apple beverage. Anna said that making cider is a similar process to wine because both methods involve using fermented fruit juice. Anna said she and her husband worked for a year to get a license and the required permits to produce cider in a shed in their backyard. Getting all the required paperwork was finalized in August, which is also the tail end of the apple season. Anna did her research to find organic and crisp tasting apples for their first batch. The couple had some difficulty finding enough apples for their experiment but SLO Creek Farms had enough produce for the first batch. “We went with SLO Creek Farms

because their apples are certified organic and they have such a fresh taste,” Anna said. Six hundred pounds of apples later, the couple had their first batch of cider in two flavors: dry and semi-dry. Armed with kegs, Anna and her husband tested out their first batch on visitors that attended The Core Pour Festival in downtown Santa Paula. “We were trying to see what people thought, and everyone was really positive about it. They said it was the first cider they’ve tried that actually tastes like apples,” she said. But the Thomas Fire raged through Ventura and Santa Barbra Counties beginning Dec. 4. Anna said her home was located near the starting point of the fire. “It’s hard to describe how we felt because we knew our road had been hit, but we just didn’t know anything about our house,” she said. After the evacuation was lifted in their neighborhood Anna said their house was still standing but their cider facility was gone. “We were grateful our home was spared, but our business that we had spent a year getting off the ground was gone,” Anna said.

STARTING OVER After losing the start of their cider business in the Thomas Fire, Anna O’Reilly and her husband are getting back on their feet.

To regain what was lost, Anna created an Indiegogo fundraiser page— similar to GoFundMe. She said it’s a way for the community to help the couple build another cider facility and purchase equipment. For those who give a minimum of $30, the couple plans to create a bottle label with a sketch or photo of the donor’s face on it. “I think it would be really neat to buy a six-pack and on each bottle there would be a different face on it. It’s a way for us

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• Tickets for the 30th Annual Live Oak Music Festival, that’s happening June 15 through 17, are on sale now with a special promotion. This year, concertgoers can enjoy the event’s anniversary with special throwback pricing through Jan. 31. Tickets will be available for the price that was offered when Live Oak celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2008. For more information on tickets visit liveoakfest.org. • If you’re traveling through Cambria, be sure to make a pit stop at Robin’s Restaurant, which has been chosen as the 2017 Business of the Year by the Cambria Chamber of Commerce. The local business contributes to and promotes economic growth, stability, and improvement. Join owner Shanny Covey for an array of crafted comfort cuisine made from farmers’ market fresh ingredients. For more information, visit robinsrestaurant.com. ∆ Staff Writer Karen Garcia wrote this week’s Strokes and Plugs. Send tidbits to strokes@newtimesslo.com.

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he ugly spectacle that politics has become is unlikely to soon get any less nauseating. Nor should it. Not with the people in office today who call themselves Republicans. These are some serious nihilists. It’s zero-sum in their moral math, and the losers are everyone not on their side. There are more of us than them, but they have the power. Despite the terrible reality show we find ourselves trapped in, and despite the damage Republican chaos causes, there are still people on the left and in the center who fervently wish or directly demand that everyone just get along and be nice. These are wellintentioned wishes. Ideally, we would all be polite and thoughtful in our exchanges. But this is a fight now, no matter how lousy it sometimes feels. We are in a fight for the future of this country. If you don’t believe me, ask someone who is not white and well off. Ask someone who comes from a wiped-out people or someone who puts in hours for a living and lives month-to-month. Or ask anyone who saw the presidency of Barack Obama not simply as historic but as healing, as proof we had progressed beyond our worst urges. That seems now like fool’s gold. Our first black president, classy and cool, was followed into office by a man of tangerine tint who first taunted Obama with racist claims about his birthplace, and has since been testing

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and pinching as many of the practices and customs of democracy as he can. Trump is impulsive and reckless in a way that has its subversive appeal. There’s a pretty big voting bloc out there that wants to see the whole damn political system blown up no matter what that looks like. They’re not wrong in wanting that. What is wrong is not fighting that. Power is grubby and dangerous, but at its best can be used effectively to help us move forward together. But when it’s used only to smash and grab and load the getaway cars of the greasiest pole-dancers, at the expense of everyone else, then we need to exercise the right to stop this, to restore some decency, and return us to the road forward. That’s what effective resistance has to do. It has to shove back hard on the moral regression that unfettered greed and selfishness cause. And it can’t happen without a raw slab of fierce opposition and unsettling challenges to the status quo. It can’t happen without fighting. Let’s remember that the Founding Fathers were not pushovers. Lincoln was not a warm, likable sweetheart. FDR taunted and embraced the hatred of the wealthy who opposed him despite his coming from that class. Rosa Parks didn’t become a legend and a symbol because of one day—she was a brave activist all her life. JFK, RFK, LBJ— HILL continued page 10

n the Jan. 18 New Times, Robert C. Cuddy wrote a lengthy opinion piece defending Adam Hill (“Time to speak out”) and castigating the public that spoke at the Jan. 9 San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors meeting. From the tone of Mr. Cuddy’s opinion piece, one would think that the people who spoke against Mr. Hill’s becoming head of the Board of Supervisors did so because they were against “the powerless people being manhandled” and that only Mr. Hill cares for the homeless, and that he has “a short temper” when it comes to this and other issues Mr. Hill is passionate about. Mr. Cuddy further stated that: “Hill’s opponents took time and taxpayer dollars last week to conduct their annual Hill Roast, mobilizing their ‘goons’ from around the county to insult the supervisor and those who elected him.” He further blamed Mike Brown and COLAB for orchestrating “a visceral personal attack on Hill, thus the nastiness toward his family, who should be off limits.” Where Mr. Cuddy obtained his information that those who spoke against Mr. Hill want to manhandle powerless people, he did not disclose in his piece. I attended that meeting and was one of the “goons” who spoke against Mr. Hill’s becoming the chair of the Board of Supervisors. Neither I nor any of the other 20 or so speakers mentioned anything about

or made any “attacks” on Mr. Hill’s positions regarding the homeless or the affordability of housing in this county. All comments were made regarding his suitability to head the Board of Supervisors in an adult, civil, and respectful manner. Those comments covered specifically how he treats the other supervisors with whom he does not agree and the taxpaying public for whom he shows great disdain. No comments were made regarding Mr. Hill’s family. While it is true that Mr. Hill holds a small majority in the 3rd District, he does not speak for all residents in his district and certainly does not speak for the entire population of the county. If Mr. Hill thinks he has a right to act in a manner that is disrespectful to those who live in the county simply because he is passionate and that he should be excused for his “short temper,” he is wrong. If Mr. Hill worked for any government agency as an employee or in private industry and treated co-workers and stakeholders in the same manner, he would be terminated. Mr. Cuddy seems to think that the taxpayers of this county have no right to use their public forum at the supervisors’ meetings and express their opinion. I suggest he needs a lesson in civics. It is our right and our duty to come forward, to make ROULEAU continued page 10

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Opinion HILL from page 9

all could be, and had to be, at times, ruthless in the service of economic and racial justice. Martin Luther King, Cesar Chavez, Bella Abzug, none of these figures shied away from confrontation and speaking the truth to power. Does this mean we are doomed to be forever divided? I don’t know. I do know that civility is meaningless in the face of these facts: The obscene concentration of wealth has worsened poverty; the destruction of the social safety net continues, as does the elimination of safeguards and rights for the most vulnerable; as does the exploitation of wage earners, the demolition of environmental protections, the discourse of deliberate lies and misinformation and rejection of facts; as does the corruption by money of decisionmakers at every level and in every branch of government—none of this will be stopped or reversed without fighting. We are in a troubling and precarious time, and no amount of feel-good boosterism or wistful wishing will get us through this. If you don’t have the stomach for the vitriol and ugliness of politics today, that is totally understandable. You can, as so many have for too long, simply turn away and tune out. Or you can try to elect the ice cream man. But that is a luxury of choice, a privilege, if you will. You may not have that freedom in the future without people fighting ferociously for it now. ∆ Supervisor Adam Hill represents SLO County’s 3rd District. Send comments through the editor at clanham@newtimesslo. com or write a letter to the editor and send it to letters@newtimesslo.com.

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our opinions known, and to not be considered “goons” by Mr. Cuddy and not be publicly shown disrespect by an elected official who obtains his very livelihood from us: those same taxpayers. Mr. Cuddy was also critical of the way supervisors John Peschong, Lynn Compton, and Debbie Arnold are handling the marijuana issue. As he stated, marijuana is a major national, state, and local problem. It is also a dangerous drug that the federal government treats as an illegal drug. Mr. Hill and Supervisor Bruce Gibson would have this county become the marijuana headquarters of the state. Supervisors Peschong, Compton, and Arnold want to take a cautious approach to issuing permits to grow this product. By doing so, they are not “putting some people out of business and throwing their families’ lives into chaos.” Has Mr. Cuddy forgotten that until Jan. 1, 2018, it was illegal to grow this product in California? If controlling the growth of this product puts some people out of business, it is because they were in an illegal business to start with and did not qualify to grow it legally. Mr. Cuddy also asks, “... isn’t it about time the real majority in this county showed up at a Board of Supervisors meeting and demanded that this bought-and-paid-for trio do right by us.”

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Mr. Cuddy, the real majority did show up on Jan. 9 and exercised their rights and duties as taxpayers. No one from “the other side” stepped forward and spoke in favor of Mr. Hill becoming chair of the board. Mr. Cuddy, where were his supporters, and where were you, sir? You did not speak at that meeting either. Your hypocrisy is showing. ∆ Joseph R. Rouleau resides in San Luis Obispo County’s 3rd District. Send comments through the editor at clanham@newtimesslo.com or write a letter to the editor and send it to letters@ newtimesslo.com.

The hypocrisy of night access to open space

Last Tuesday, Jan. 16, the San Luis Obispo City Council voted 3-2 to open night biking on Cerro San Luis Natural Reserve. The policy of forbidding night biking on the mountain had been set into place by previous councils that understood the necessity of protecting wildlife from destructive activities in our natural reserves, and a petition gathered 830 signatures to keep these protections in place. Biologists explained that wildlife requires this rest period to feed and recover from human daytime activities. The fire chief stressed that injuries to firefighters are more prevalent during nighttime emergency rescues and will require the use of costly helicopters. Numerous articulate residents used wellresearched arguments to open the eyes of the council. On the other side, about a hundred bikers and friends of Mayor Heidi Harmon and councilmembers Dan Rivoire and Aaron Gomez bemoaned their inability to get to the mountain on time during the week because they worked, and claimed it was only “social justice” to let them disturb animals and nature so they could get their daily thrills on this particular mountain. Who won? The friends of Harmon, Rivoire, and Gomez. The decision of these three council members is disturbing because it points to two serious issues: 1) Their claim to care for the environment is fake. They only care about the environment as long as it benefits them personally. 2) They don’t understand our democratic principles. When 80 percent of the people ask for A and only 10 percent ask for B, LETTERS continued page 11

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the direction to take ought to be obvious, especially when the majority includes numerous specialists on the subject. We knew these new council members had neither the background nor the experience to be sitting on the council, but we hoped they would, at the very least, be willing to listen to the residents and try to learn. We were wrong. Instead, we have a group that, like our current president, acts like kids in a toy store and hands out candy to their buddies. This is not what we should see in San Luis Obispo. Odile Ayral San Luis Obispo

Trump is missing compassion

I’d like to compliment Editor Camillia Lanham and reporter Karen Garcia on their well-written articles in the Jan. 11 New Times: Lanham’s Volunteers 2018 article, “Responding to Crisis,” and Garcia’s news article, “Grover Beach mother deported to Mexico.” The two articles may not seem related, but they both have the commonality of spotlighting neighbors supporting neighbors in times of crisis. And although unsaid, they also point to the dark side of President Trump’s petty and vindictive response to California for not adhering to his every dictate. In response to the disastrous Thomas Fire and the devastating flood and debris flows that took so many lives in Montecito, Trump gave not a word of condolence or any promise for compassionate help. In response to immigrants like mother Neofita Silva and her family, Trump

charged his Gestapo-like Immigration and Customs Enforcement to sweep California and deport every immigrant who failed to show the “official” papers, no matter how long they’ve lived here and no matter if they’re hardworking, honest, taxpaying folks with children born in the USA. Charles Ewing Bradley

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hat accounts for our inability to learn from the past? Why do we thoughtlessly invest in shortterm projects that imperil ecosystems, species, and the planet? Is it lack of imagination? Systemic inertia? Simple greed? The most recent shortsighted, dangerous, and greedy plan by the Trump administration is to allow drilling by oil and gas companies in 90 percent of the nation’s offshore waters, including all areas of California’s coast that have been protected since 1984. According the San Francisco Chronicle, the plan “could open up several spots that oil companies have long coveted, including waters off La Jolla in San Diego County, Malibu near Los Angeles, and Cambria in San Luis Obispo County” (Jan. 5). Cambria. We’ll get back to Cambria; meanwhile, let’s talk about imagination and history. In 1989, writer Holly Hughes watched horrified as footage of the Exxon Valdez oil spill played on the news. The ruptured supertanker spilled 11 million gallons of crude, which spread across 1,300 miles of pristine Alaskan shoreline. Having spent several seasons running tenders for the Alaskan herring fishery and skippering charter boats in Prince William Sound, Hughes knew the waters.

“I couldn’t watch,” she said. “I had to go.” She signed on as captain of a medic boat. The scene at the beach was “surreal” she recalled. “A small city of volunteers in rain gear was literally trying to clean the shore with fire hoses, which only sent the oil back into the ocean. In between responding to medical calls, we scooped up oiled seabirds in a net and ran them to the rescue center in Seward. “The birds would try to clean themselves, which resulted in them ingesting the oil. Many animals died of hypothermia because once their feathers or fur are coated, they lose their insulation. “I remember seeing the eye of a loon peering through a sheen of Alaskan crude. It was heartbreaking; I’ll never let go of those images.” The Exxon Valdez spill resulted in the death of an estimated 250,000 seabirds, 2,800 otters, 300 seals, 250 bald eagles, approximately 22 killer whales, and billions of salmon and herring eggs. The fishing industry never fully recovered because of long-term, possibly permanent damage to habitat and species. Now, almost 30 years later, pools of oil remain just inches below beach sands. Images of the Exxon Valdez spill were indeed haunting but not unfamiliar to Californians. In January 1969, a Union Oil

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well off Summerland blew out, releasing an estimated total of 4.2 gallons of oil that covered 800 square miles of the Pacific Ocean. The event was among the largest environmental disasters in U.S history. I don’t have the space to detail more recent spills, including the 2010 Deepwater Horizon spill in the Gulf of Mexico, the largest marine oil spill in Earth’s history. Or, closer to home, the ruptured pipeline near Rufugio State Beach that spilled more than 100,000 gallons of crude in 2015. Truth is, the Trump administration is so in cahoots with oil companies and tycoons that they willfully ignore the history of oil-and-water disasters. And their greed is such that they not only relish the vision of oil derricks lined shoulder-to-shoulder, they also reversed safety measures implemented to prevent another Deepwater Horizon disaster. Remember, 11 men died during that BP platform explosion. Back to Cambria. Let’s imagine what the future holds if Trump, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke, and their oil cronies hold sway. Implications for our local fishing industry are grim. Fisherman’s wife Lori French said: “Our sons and nephews are third generation commercial fishermen on the Central Coast, and we’re opposed to anything that harms the oceans or restricts our fishing areas.” Likewise, Jeremiah O’Brien, a director of the Morro Bay Commercial Fishermen’s Organization and owner of The Aguero

fishing vessel, said: “Our job is to feed the people, but we’re losing significant portions of territory. In 2015-16, we contributed $16 million in earnings to the local economy, but if offshore windmills and oil derricks are built, we might as well go home because there’s wouldn’t be enough room on the ocean to fish.” O’Brien noted that any spill triggers a dramatic drop in the market because consumers immediately fear tainted seafood, while long-term ecological damage affects all fisheries. Cal Poly oceanography professor Ryan Walter also explained that if a spill occurred off of Cambria, there’s no predicting with certainty where oil would land. “The ocean doesn’t flow downstream like a river; rather, surface and underwater ocean currents are constantly changing in both space and time,” he said. Which means we can only respond to oil spills after the fact, after beaches are mutilated and sea life turns up dead. But we can imagine oil coating Moonstone Beach. We can imagine the songs of dead, dying, and extinct birds, as does Hughes in her moving book Passings. The name of O’Brien’s boat means “omen” in English. Let us, then, take these omens, science, and history to heart: Our oceans should be off-limits to short-sighted looting and greed. ∆ Amy Hewes is actively involved in grassroots political action. Send comments through the editor at clanham@newtimesslo.com.

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Paso Robles, which provides care solely to pregnant women or women with children. I guess that means if you’re a indigent male meth-head living in a Grover Beach shithole with other druggies, there are zero detox beds. Let’s face it: If you’re a drug addict, mentally ill, or both, our county has one place for you, and it’s called the SLO County Jail, which is apparently an easy place to die. On Jan. 1, more than 100 supporters gathered outside the jail to honor the one-year anniversary of the death of Andrew Holland, a mentally ill 36-year-old who died of an embolism after spending nearly two days strapped naked and largely ignored in a restraint chair. All told, Holland is one of 12 people to have died in jail custody since 2012, which is way above the national average. The exciting news is that the SLO County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a plan to build a detox and treatment center at 40 Prado Rd., where the county’s new regional homeless campus is being built. Yay! Way to go! Did I mention the new detox facility will have 10 beds. Ten. Yes, doing something is better than doing nothing. No, this effort does not go far enough. But, at least the supes agreed

on something, right? Well, sort of. Liberal 3rd District Supervisor Adam Hill worried about the “operating costs” of the detox center and labeled himself and fellow liberal board member, 2nd District Supervisor Bruce Gibson, as the board’s “fiscal conservatives.” As far as I can tell that was Hill’s swipe at the other three members of the board—the supposed politically affiliated fiscal conservatives— for not worrying about the costs. Then he moved onto CAPSLO (Community Action Partnership of SLO County), which will house the new detox facility, over how it checks individuals into its homeless shelter. And since CAPSLO won’t be running the detox center, the comments made no sense! It feels like every fight is personal for Hill, even when everyone agrees. Hill used to be a big supporter of CAPSLO when his wife Dee Torres ran it, but because she was demoted in what she alleged was retaliation for whistleblowing (she no longer works there), he seems to feel that any excuse to blow his whistle is a good excuse. Even if it seems pretty damn clear SLO County Mental Health can’t keep up with detox demand. I know one would assume since San Luis Obispo is the happiest place in America such facilities wouldn’t be necessary, but they are. SLO Town is even now planning for “crazy” terrorists to attack the Thursday night Farmers’ Market. “You see too many examples of one crazy person,” SLO Mayor Heidi Harmon said in regard to the city’s plan to install street bollards to protect the downtown Farmers’ Market from vehicle attacks, to

which Facebooker and politically correct word-Nazi Miriam Budderfly MackayGill said, “That’s some pretty ableist (sic) language. You owe your constituents with mental illness an apology.” Good grief! Um, it’s not like Harmon argued that all mentally ill are violent, only that someone would have to be insane to drive a car into a crowd of people which … yeah! Anyway, the city is working on a $1.2 million plan to install the … wait a minute! What in the actual hell? Hey city of SLO, you have unmet pension obligations, you’re about to lose PG&E’s Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plantfunded hot cash injection, and you want to drop a million-plus smackaroos on street bollards? Just how likely is this potential attack? Talk about crazy! You know what’s really absurd? The racist flyers found posted around Cal Poly that attempt to blame AfricanAmericans for the racism they suffer! “FACT: 28 percent of black males go to jail, vs. 4.4 percent white males.” Interesting! I wonder if that has anything to do with black communities being more policed than white communities, or if it has anything to do with America’s systemic racism, which impoverishes black communities and increases black unemployment? Victim blaming, ain’t it grand! ∆ The Shredder is in the top 10 percent! Send ideas and comments to shredder@ newtimesslo.com.

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necessary to endure such extreme treatment to get positive outcomes. Mallica Roberts, with Mallica’s Natural Beauty in Orcutt, said she sees many clients concerned with signs of aging who opt for the peels she offers. “As you get older, things slow down,” Roberts said. “You don’t produce as much hyaluronic acid, your skin is not shedding as much as it used to, so you need that step that’s going to penetrate on a deeper layer. Not a lot of people have been preventative in their early 20s. So they’re coming to me looking to do something to correct what they don’t like.” Roberts offers a peel that uses a glycolic and lactic acid formulation. Glycolic acid removes the outermost layer of skin and is frequently used to treat scars and other types of skin discoloration. Her salon also offers a salicylic gel peel, ideal for treating congested skin and acne. Roberts said her treatments and the products she uses help stimulate collagen production and treat fine

lines and wrinkles, but they don’t turn clients into the beet-red-faced beauty victims seen in sitcoms and movies. “I don’t do anything that requires a lot of downtime,” she said. “My peels are maintenance peels. They’re good to do before an event or something like that.” She said that while the services aestheticians such as herself offer are not like what dermatologists provide, they do complement medical treatments and serve as a good way to maintain skin care after plastic surgery or procedures such as Botox. “What a dermatologist can do is more aggressive and faster,” Roberts said. “But if you’re not on a whole regimen, your skin is just going to go back to what it was. My services are good maintenance for in between those treatments.” Tori Simons is an aesthetician who works in Solvang, and she bases her recommendations for clients’ treatments on the time they have available (30, 60, or 90 minute facials) as well as their skin type and what their goals are. She said peels are a vital treatment that can show immediate results. “An enzyme peel is like an exfoliator,” Simons said. “It goes a little further than a scrub. You don’t have to stay out of the sun afterwards. It’s something that just gets the first layer of the skin. The glycolic peel is more in depth. You have to manage and treat that after you leave. You don’t want to be in the sun for about 48 hours afterwards. It hits those lower levels of the skin.”

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While combating the signs of aging is an issue for many clients, a lot of local aestheticians stay busy treating younger people who want to curtail acne or start on a healthy skin care regimen. Aestheticians all stress that the No. 1 thing people should do when starting a program is protect their skin from the sun. Silva and other aestheticians point to sun damage as the No. 1 culprit in skin damage that leads to expensive treatments. “Most young people aren’t really aware that they need

to use sunscreen,” Silva said. “The sunscreen that’s in your makeup just isn’t enough. Most people don’t know that you have to do things like apply your sunscreen 30 minutes before you go out in the sun and reapply it if you’re going to be out more than a few hours for it to be truly effective either.” But it’s not just the sun that can cause serious damage. Human skin has a number of enemies, including toxic elements in the environment and allergens. Aestheticians also point to a lack of proper hydration as one of the major cause of skin problems clients complain about. The biggest mistake people make when it comes to their skin care is simply not drinking enough water, Simons said. “I don’t think people realize how much it can change your skin,” she said. “Drinking more water seems like such a simple step, but it really can make a difference.” Dry skin can often appear sallow, resulting in flaky patches that never seem quenched by typical moisturizers. Pores look small, almost invisible, and fine lines become much more visible. “The very first thing I do is I put you on my table and I do a hydration test,” said A Beautiful Face owner Davis. “I feel your skin. All I really need to do is feel your skin to know what’s going on. But then I would talk to you about what your concerns are. Because what I see might not be what you want to work on.” Davis said dehydration is the No. 1 issue in a lot of the cases she treats at her salon. Without enough water in the skin, it cannot function properly, resulting in myriad issues that show up in the mirror. “That’s when you start to get congestion, breakouts, blackheads, hyperpigmentation, things like that,” she said. “All of these negative conditions of the skin really are a direct result of not having enough free water levels in the tissue. That’s one of the things I really work on restoring in my treatments.”

In your hands

If chemical peels and diamond-tipped mini-sandblasters are too intimidating, facial specialists say there are plenty of other ways to get into the habit of proper skin maintenance. Simons also offers facials such as “The New Yorker,” a basic cleansing, exfoliation, and hydrating treatment that lasts 30 minutes. There’s also

“The Parisian,” which takes up to 60 minutes and includes extractions, a specialty mask, and a facial massage. Simons’ deep exfoliation facial lasts 90 minutes and comes with a hydrating eye treatment, full skin analyzation, and solar protection for each client. She said one of the most important things she does for her clients is to teach them to maintain her treatments on their own. “You’re always aging,” Simons said. “I think having a good skin regimen at home is really important in dealing with that long term. You might only come in here to the salon once a month, but you see your skin at home every single day. If you have good products at home and are consistent about how you take care of it, that’s extremely helpful.” Simons advises clients to stick with something basic at home that highlights what many specialists refer to as the holy trinity of skin care procedures: cleanse, tone, and moisturize. “I think the first thing is to do an easy three-step system,” Simons said. “Sometimes it gets over complicated, and then people quit and don’t want to do it anymore. A simple cleanse-tonemoisturize system, something easy and basic, can keep people consistent to start with. If they see results then they can move into the serums and peels and other things like that.” But be careful what kind of products you buy, Simons said. Many over-thecounter products have fillers in them that only serve to extend shelf life and have little benefit to consumers. Simons also said products that are older than a year don’t belong on your face—they belong in the trash. “Don’t keep it in your drawer,” she said. “Just get rid of it.” Whether it’s aging or hydration that plagues someone’s skin, one of the most important factors to combating problematic skin issues is perseverance. Develop a plan and stick to it, Davis advised. “If you’re willing to put in the commitment, such as having professional treatments, as well as using professional products and a real rigid regimen at home, you’ll have amazing changes,” Davis said. “You will see the results you’re looking for.” Δ Contact Sun Arts and Lifestyle Writer Rebecca Rose at rrose@ santamariasun.com.

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MELTING AWAY THE POUNDS Break out the fresh veggies. A new year means a new wave of diets, some less conventional than others.

t’s January, which means many of us who spent 2017 glowering over our beer bellies at the growing number on the bathroom scale are trying to keep our New Year’s resolutions to shed a few pounds and get back in shape. In 2018, dieting trends range from the sensible to the downright bizarre (bugs, anyone?) and have attracted true-blue believers as well as skeptical critics. In the end, it’s up to you to choose what might work for you, so let’s take a look at the buffet of options that claim they’ll keep you away from the actual buffet in the new year.

The DASH Diet

One of the most popular diets continues to be the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or DASH diet. As its name indicates, DASH has its origins as a diet designed to help battle growing rates of heart- and blood pressure-related conditions. The diet was actually developed through research by the National Institutes of Health with the aim of creating a “flexible and balanced eating plan that helps create a heart-healthy eating style for life.” DASH doesn’t necessarily restrict or mandate any specific foods. Instead, it lays out a series of daily and weekly nutritional goals based on food group types and servings. The popularity of the diet, which touts itself as more of a long-term lifestyle change than a fad or craze, has expanded beyond people looking to manage their high cholesterol or hypertension. In January, U.S. News and World Report ranked DASH as “best overall diet” for the eighth year in a row.

Weight Watchers

An oldie but a goodie, Weight Watchers has been around for more than 50 years and is currently the go-to program for more than 1.1 million active members looking to find their slimmer selves. The company kicked off 2018 by rolling out its newest weight loss plan, called WW Freestyle. The new plan is based on its previous SmartPoints system, which assigned points to various foods and a specific budgeted amount of points participants must stick to in order to meet their weight loss goals. The new system still uses points but now includes a category of more than 200 “zero points” foods and boasts “rollover” points, which can be transferred to another day to keep the program “flexible and livable.” Unlike other diets, however, people looking to participate in Weight Watchers will have to pony up some cash. According to the company’s website, that could run you between $3.07 to $8.46 per week, depending on the type of bells and whistles you want.

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It wouldn’t be a New Times story if we didn’t mention pot, would it? With recreational marijuana now legal in California, health-conscious stoners across the state will likely be flocking to pick up a copy of author Art Glass’ 2013 book, The Marijuana Diet. Glass claims that that there’s solid science behind the marijuana diet and says his book includes more than 100 testimonials of people who lost between 20 and 100 pounds. “In fact, it might be the best and simplest solution that there is for fast and permanent weight loss,” Glass writes. Based on the book’s chapters, the diet stresses healthy eating, juice and detox cleanses, and some intermittent fasting. The book also includes a handy chapter titled, “How to handle the munchies.” Obviously, this diet doesn’t have any rave reviews from U.S. News and World Report or the stamp of approval from the Mayo Clinic, so dieters beware. The diet has its critics, including those who question the science behind it, but that’s just, like, their opinion, man.

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The truly adventurous dieter may want to make 2018 the year they dive headfirst into entomophagy, a fancy term that simply means “eating bugs.” Yes bugs. Worms, crickets, ants, and even larvae and eggs. While the prospect may seem stomach churning to many Americans, some 2 billion people all around the world already include insects as part of their regular diets, according to a 2013 report by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. The report states that insects not only have “exceptional nutritional benefits,” but could even be farmed on a mass scale to feed the earth’s growing population and cut down on waste and environmental degradation caused by meat production. While there’s no set bug diet, an American student named Carmen Brantly-Rios spent 30 days in 2015 eating an insect-based diet, which included dishes like “mealworm fried rice,” “bug burgers with cheese,” and “Creole crickets.” Brantly-Rios didn’t say if he lost any weight, but it’s probably safe to assume it’s possible to accomplish if one subbed out Big Macs for bug burgers (hold the cheese just to be safe). While it seems out there and the weight loss potential is iffy, who wouldn’t want to be the first bug diet weight loss success story? Δ Staff Writer Chris McGuinness hasn’t eaten any bugs … yet. Contact him at cmcguinness@ newtimesslo.com.

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y own daily beauty routine is admittedly minimalistic. Still, I feel a twinge of envy when friends in the LA area talk about the latest hair, makeup, or skin service to hit their neighborhood. San Luis Obispo has a salon on nearly every corner downtown, yet it can take a while for other trending beauty services to trickle into town. Read on to find out about a new way to remove body hair that involves less skin irritation and fewer ingrown hairs, the one-stop shop for a glamorous up-do or Instagram-worthy braid, and how to get your lashes a little longer and your brows perpetually defined.

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athe yourself in milk and honey, scrub yourself with sea salt, and throw some aloe vera and rose water on that pretty face of yours if you want to achieve the beauty of Cleopatra. Rumor has it the Egyptian queen was obsessed with maintaining her youthful skin, creating her own regimens and products with what was available at the time. No preservatives. No chemicals. Just a whole lot of natural (and probably organic) ingredients. Rose, myrrh, frankincense, neroli (orange blossom), sandalwood, almond: These essential oils have been used for centuries to beautify, tighten, tone, and clarify the skin—and they smell good, too. Poppy Rhys, owner of the Morro Baybased beauty company Poppy Products, said she loves it when you can trace a name back to ancient times. She points out helichrysum as an example. Lauded for its restorative and hydrating properties, the little yellow flower that’s native to the Mediterranean also goes by names like “everlasting” and “immortelle.” Rhys named her antiaging serum Immortelle in homage to the flower’s essential oil, which is one of its key ingredients alongside argan, frankincense, sandalwood, myrrh,

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One Morro Bay beauty company keeps the chemicals out of its skin care products BY CAMILLIA LANHAM

lavender, and jasmine essential oils. “These herbs are ancient, holy herbs,” Rhys said. “They’ve been considered as precious as gold for a long time.” Yes, everyone, society’s quest for youth is an ancient tradition that continues today, only the ingredients have changed. And those ingredients don’t necessarily make it to the label of that facial moisturizer you picked up at the drug store. The Food and Drug Administration doesn’t regulate the cosmetics industry, either. So you never really know what you’re putting on your skin—the largest organ on the human body, Rhys noted. That’s one of the reasons Rhys started crafting her own cosmetic concoctions. She’s mixed oils for beauty since she was 15 years old, when she started selling homemade rosewater on the side of the PHOTO BY CAMILLIA LANHAM

BLUE BEAUTY Poppy Products based in Morro Bay focuses on all natural ingredients for skin care without the preservatives or chemicals.

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road in her hometown of Cayucos. As she got older, she followed her passion into dermatology before eventually studying with an apothecarist in Switzerland and taking the path to becoming an aesthetician, giving facials for a local spa before opening her own place. However, she didn’t like the chemicals she was using to cleanse, exfoliate, and invigorate people’s faces. “When I first started doing facials, I got chemical conjunctivitis in one of my eyes,” she said. “I was doing eight facials a day and seeing what it was doing for skin.” Then, while attending the University of Aesthetics in Los Angeles (and driving down there three days a week with a 1-year-old at home), she started to really understand the chemistry that went into creating a product formula. She purchased a bottle of “organic,” “all natural” shea butter baby lotion for her daughter and looked over the ingredient list, thinking to herself that there was no way that the lotion would have a long shelf life with what was noted on the label. “You look at this ingredient list and think, ‘There’s no way this is stable,’” she said. “It’s like a fantasy ingredient list.” So she called the company and talked them into letting her speak with the chemist, who gave her the name of the

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Find your own blue bottle of youth at Len Collective, Jouet Studio, Hive Natural Beauty Collective, and the SLO Natural Foods Co-op in San Luis Obispo and Sunshine Health Foods, Rio Salon and Spa, and Smoobage Shopping and Retail in Morro Bay. For a complete list, visit poppyproducts.com.

chemical that didn’t make the list. “I was just protective of my first daughter, and I didn’t want to be rubbing this chemical all over her baby skin,” Rhys said. The kitchen became her lab, and she began to mix and match. It took a lot of trial and error, she said, but eventually she pushed out all of the products that were on her spa’s shelves and stocked them with her creations, using them in the facials she gave. Her customers started asking to purchase bottles and take them home. And about three years ago, she switched gears, focusing completely on selling and making Poppy beauty products. She sources as locally, organically, and sustainably as possible, utilizing local community kitchens to make Poppy Youth Serum ($29.95), Immortelle ($35.95), baby lotion ($22.79), baby oil ($10.79), and Crème Lift ($35.95). Rhys said they try it make everything fresh and get it on store shelves within the week. And the ingredient list is definitely not a fantasy. Δ Editor Camillia Lanham likes to keep things all natural at clanham@newtimesslo.com.

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The Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation presents The Spirit of “I Can!” Jan. 25 through 27 at Berg Auditorium in Paso Robles. This visual and performing arts show features nearly 100 of the foundation’s music, dance, theater, and fine arts students. Tickets are $10 to $15. Call (805) 238-5825 or visit pryaf.org to find out more. —Caleb Wiseblood

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16TH ANNUAL CAMBRIA ART AND WINE FESTIVAL The Cambria Chamber and Allied Arts Association presents its annual Art and Wine Festival. Enjoy live entertainment, shopping, wine and food pairing, and more. Jan. 26, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Jan. 27, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Jan. 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $40$100. 805-909-9522. cambriaartwine.org. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria. SAN LUIS OBISPO

2018 CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION Celebrating the Year of The Dog. Includes a homestyle Chinese dinner buffet, a local talent show, a lion dance, raffles, and silent auctions. Feb. 3, 4:30-8 p.m. $25 adults; $15 children 5-and-over; free for children under 5. centralcoast-chineseassociation.org/2018-new-year. San Luis Obispo Vets’ Hall, 801 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 805781-5930.

JANUARY SOCIAL BEER TOUR Hosted by Hop on Beer Tours. Destinations include Barrelhouse Brewing Co., Dead Oak Brewing Co., and Toro Creek Brewing Co. Jan. 27, 5-9 p.m. $35. 855-554-6766. hoponbeertours.com/beer-1/. Barrelhouse Brewing Co. Speakeasy, 1033 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo. SLO COAST COMEDY FESTIVAL SLO County’s first sketch and improv comedy festival. Enjoy live comedy shows from local talent and visiting performers from across the country and take part in a variety of workshops. Jan. 25, 8-10 p.m., Jan. 26, 8-10 & 11 p.m.-1 a.m. and Jan. 27, 8-10 p.m. $5. 805-242-3109. centralcoastcomedytheater.com. Kreuzberg Coffee Company, 685 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo.

STAND UP FOR AMERICA: TAKE A KNEE FOR EQUALITY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL Join the NAACP in its mission is to ensure political, educational, social, and economic equality regardless of race, sex, gender, and/or religious beliefs. Features guest speakers, booths, food, and live music. Feb. 3, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free. 805-748-9735. naacpslocty. org/. Mission Plaza, 989 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

WESTERN MONARCH DAY CELEBRATION Join

docents, volunteers, and staff in celebrating the monarch butterfly. Family activities include face painting, a bean bag toss, story time, docent talks, a science table, and more. Feb. 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-548-0391. centralcoastparks. org. Monarch Butterfly Grove, 400 S Dolliver St., Pismo Beach.

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books. Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon through Feb. 2 Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

CREATIVITY GROUP Different, creative

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

MORRO BAY LIBRARY BOOK SALE AND FUNDRAISER For library members only. Join or renew at the door. Sale features books, magazines, and other media in every subject. Jan. 27, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 805-772-6394. mbfol.org. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay. SAN LUIS OBISPO

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER BARBECUE Raises funds for scholarships for college-bound seniors at SLO high schools. Includes chicken, baked beans, potato salad, and garlic bread. Take out or eat in. Feb. 4, 12-3 p.m. $10. mlkfund.org. SLO Elks Club, 222 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo, 805-543-0322. S O U T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

AVILA BEACH SPAGHETTI DINNER/BINGO NIGHT Enjoy a spaghetti dinner with salad, garlic bread, and dessert followed by bingo. Dinner tickets include first bingo card. Various prizes awarded to winners. Feb. 2, 6-8:30 p.m. $10 adults; $5 children 8-and-under; $1 additional bingo cards. 805-627-1997. Avila Beach Community Center, 191 San Miguel Street, Avila Beach, avilabeachcc.com.

experiences every Wednesday. Bring your art work, in any medium, and join others. Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. through Jan. 31 Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

IMPROV WORKSHOP: SILENCE AND EMOTION Guest artist and teacher Jim Zarling of The Coalition will be teaching this special improv workshop. Learn how to make stronger emotional choices, become more comfortable with silence, and how to move scenes forward without speaking. Jan. 27, 1-3 p.m. $15-$25. 805-242-3109. centralcoastcomedytheater.com/slo-coast-comedyfest/. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.

STORYTELLING WORKSHOP Special guest Jack Davis leads this workshop with a focus on discovering emotions, using descriptive language, and other techniques to bring stories to life. Jan. 27, 10 a.m.-noon $25. centralcoastcomedytheater. com. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, 748-0749.

SUCCULENT SUNDAY Choose from different sizes and shapes of wreaths or paint a custom made birdhouse then plant with succulents. All materials provided. Jan. 28, 1-3 p.m. $70-$90. 805-286-5993. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay, artcentermorrobay.org.

ZEN DOODLE ADULT COLORING BOOK GROUP Relax and unwind with adult coloring

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

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INDEX Special Events ..........[26] Arts ............................[26] Music .........................[28] Culture & Lifestyle.......[30] Food & Drink..............[34]

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ART AND WINE SERIES: MAKE A HEART SUCCULENT WREATH Complete your own heartshaped wreath. One complimentary glass of wine is included. Jan. 27, 1-3 p.m. $75. 805-286-5993. CreativeMeTime.com. Changala Winery, 3770 Willow Creek Rd., Paso Robles.

CREATE BEAUTIFUL PATTERNED FABRICS: AFTER SCHOOL ART CLASS FOR GRADES 2-5 Learn the Indonesian technique of batik. Create beautifully designed fabrics with your own intricate patterns. Thursdays, 3-4:30 p.m. through Feb. 22 $48. 805-543-8562. sloma.org. San Gabriel Elementary School, 8500 San Gabriel Rd., Atascadero.

FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY ON YOUR SMART PHONE OR TABLET Taught by professional photographer Michael Messina. Jan. 27, 1-5 p.m. and Feb. 3, 1-5 p.m. $50-$165. 805-466-3684. ärt/, 5806 Traffic Way, Atascadero. SAN LUIS OBISPO

ADULT WORKSHOP: PAINTING YOUR GARDEN IN ACRYLIC Use hard lines against soft lines to create dynamic flower petals. Students are invited to bring in their own rose photos or live roses to work from. All levels welcome. Feb. 3, 12-3 p.m. and Feb. 4, 12-3 p.m. $60 members; $70 general. 805-543-8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad 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/community-education/ music/cabaret.html. Cuesta College Community Programs, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

FUSED GLASS WORKSHOP Create your own work of art using glass with instructor Sheri Klein. Space is limited. Pre-registration is recommended. Jan. 27, 2-3:30 p.m. Free. 805-781-5989. slolibrary. org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo. SLOMA ART SCHOOL CLASSES: AGES 5-6 ARTS continued page 27

ART AFTER DARK SLO Unites visual, literary,

ARTS from page 26 Month-long after school art classes for 5 to 6 year olds. Price includes all materials. Mondays, 3:154:45 p.m. through March 26 $48. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

SQUARE DANCE CLASSES No partner needed. Comfortable clothes and shoes advised. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. through Feb. 1 $5-$6. 805776-3684. ccsda.net. SLO Guild Hall, 2880 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

SUCCULENT HEART WREATH Learn how to create art with succulents. All tools and materials are provided to complete a wreath. Feb. 3, 10 a.m.-noon $67. 805-549-1222. creativemetime. com. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo.

UKULELE BOOTCAMP First timers welcomed. Ukuleles will be available to loan out. Jan. 27, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $49. 805-546-3132. Cuesta College Community Programs, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo. S o u t h C o a S t S Lo C o u n t y

AFTER SCHOOL ART CLASSES FOR AGES 3-6 Instructed by artist Susan Connors. Tuesdays, 3-4:30 p.m. through March 27 $36-$48 (includes materials). 805-543-8562. sloma.org/ education/ocean-view-arroyo-grande.php. Ocean View Elementary School, 1208 Linda Dr., Arroyo Grande.

ART AND WINE CLASS: BOHO COWSKULL CANVAS Make your own Boho Canvas. Wine will be offered. All supplies provided. Thursdays, Fridays, 6-8 p.m. and Tuesdays, Fridays, 6-8 p.m. through Feb. 27 $40. 805-550-9963. theartgalanipomo. com/art-wine-boho-cowskull-canvas/. Gala De Arte Plaza, 136 N Thompson Ave. B, Nipomo.

ART AND WINE CLASS: NAIL ART JEWERLY HOLDER Make your own nail art jewelry holder. Wine will be offered. All supplies provided. Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. and Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. through Feb. 22 $40. 805-550-9963. theartgalanipomo.com/art-wine-string-nail-jewelryholder/. Gala De Arte Plaza, 136 N Thompson Ave. B, Nipomo.

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and performing artists with the community and participating venues. Visit site for full list of programs and events. First Friday of every month, 6-9 p.m. 805-544-9251. artsobispo.org. SLO County, Countywide, San Luis Obispo.

A Weekend of Films dedicated to Romance and Comedy Sample Indie Films from Around the World!

ART AT HIGH NOON: LORI WOLF GRILLIAS Bring your lunch and enjoy this art appreciation program for working adults. Meet artist Lori Wolf Grillias who will discuss her exhibition of kinetic sculptures, Alternative Viewpoints, which deals with substance abuse. Feb. 1, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/events/art-at-high-noon. php?event=1521. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

8 Feature Films 35 Independent Short Films plus...

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Opening Night Film Maker Q&A Closing Night Champagne Gala

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FEATURED ARTISTS MATTHEW WILBURN AND GEORGE ASDEL Showcasing the fine art of

Harold And Maude Tribute

photographer Matthew Wilbourn and painter and poet George Asdel. Through Jan. 29, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare. com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 10, Morro Bay.

FOR THE BIRDS 2018 Art Center Morro Bay presents its annual For the Birds exhibit in celebration of the Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival. This exhibit is a collection of fine art paintings and photography depicting all things related to birds. Through Feb. 19, 12-4 p.m. Free. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE PRESENTS BRADY CABE Showcasing the nature and landscape photography of the gallery’s featured artist Brady Cabe Feb. 1-27, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 10, Morro Bay.

GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE PRESENTS CARLO CHRISTIAN, JACK MCNEAL, AND GREG SIRAGUSA Showcasing the fine art photography of the gallery’s featured artists Carlo Christian, Jack McNeal, and Greg Siragusa. Feb. 1-27, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 805-772-3883. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 10, Morro Bay.

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ART AFTER DARK PASO Unites visual, literary, and performing artists with the community and participating venues. Visit site for full list of programs and events. First Saturday of every month, 6-9 p.m. 805-544-9251. artsobispo.org. Participating locations, Paso Robles, City-wide. San LuiS obiSpo

ART AFTER DARK AT THE SLO RAILROAD MUSEUM Enjoy viewing railroad themed paintings, photography, and videography with appetizers and samplers from Bon Temps, Cafe Roma, Del Monte, and My Thai. Feb. 2, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-548-1894. slorrm.com. San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, 1940 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo.

Cambria artist Tom Gould shares his acrylic paintings. Opening reception is Feb. 2, 5:307 p.m. and includes a wine bar, live music, and refreshments. Thursdays-Sundays, 1-4 p.m. through Feb. 25 Free. 805-927-8190. cambriacenterforthearts.org/. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

ORCHESTRA NOVO & MICHAEL NOWAK PRESENT From the Mind of.......

RHAPSODY IN BLOOM Showcasing Karen Peterson’s digitally painted photographs. The business is open by appointment. Please contact to arrange a time. Through Jan. 31 Free. 805-6377073. Cambria Healing Project and Natural Pain Relief, 2104 Main Street, Cambria.

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Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery opened Jan. 18 and shows through March 4 at the Great American Melodrama in Oceano. This comedic retelling of the Arthur Conan Doyle story features Layne Roate (pictured) as Holmes and Eb Madson as Watson. Tickets are $21 to $28. Call (805) 489-2499 or visit americanmelodrama.com for more info. —C.W.

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ARTS from page 27 is a wet-in-wet watercolor artist and a signature member of the Central Coast Watercolor Society. Tuesdays-Saturdays. through Jan. 30 Free. 805927-4336. slolibrary.org. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria. N o r t h S Lo C o u N t y

REALISM WITH A TWIST Reception for featured artist Gregory Simmons. Show runs through Feb 15. Through Feb. 15 805-466-3684. ärt/, 5806 Traffic Way, Atascadero. SaN LuiS obiSpo

DIMENSIONS 2018 A biennial exhibition of fine craft featuring artworks created from clay, fiber, glass, metal, paper, and wood by artists living in California. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Feb. 18 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibits/coming-next. php?event=1481. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

DIRTY CANTEEN A self-selected

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. KINKY BOOTS A musical inspired by true events. Jan. 30, 7:30 p.m. $65-$95. 805-756-4849. calpolyarts.org. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. A LITTLE PRINCESS Presented by SLO Rep’s Academy of Creative Theatre. Based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett. WednesdaysSundays, 7-9 p.m. through Jan. 28 $17$25. 805-786-2440. slorep.org. San Luis Obispo Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo.

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MET LIVE IN HD: TOSCA Jan. 27, 9:55 a.m. $12-$22. 805-7564849. calpolyarts.org. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

2018 body of work by current and former STAGED READING: NEW JERUSALEM military members who comprise an Ubu’s Other Shoe Staged Reading Series artist collective. Through Feb. 9, 5-7 p.m. presents this performance of New Jerusalem by Free. 805-756-1571. artgallery.calpoly.edu. Cal David Ives. Feb. 2-3, 7-9 p.m. and Feb. 3, 2-4 p.m. Poly University Art Gallery, Cal Poly Art & Design, $15. 805-786-2440. slorep.org. San Luis Obispo 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, 93407-0321, San Repertory Theatre, 888 Morro St., San Luis Obispo. Luis Obispo.

JEFFREY BACON: DREAMS FOR SALE Jeffrey Bacon is an art director, graphic designer, and master craftsman, whose career in movie poster design spanned three decades. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Jan. 28 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

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PICTURING CALIFORNIA: A VISUAL TOUR THROUGH THE GOLDEN STATE The exhibit explores ways California has been visually expressed and depicted by artists and publishers since 1848. It features examples of historic and contemporary maps, books, prints, ephemera, and photographs, including Eadweard Muybridge’s 1877 panorama of San Francisco. Through Feb. 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 805-756-2305. lib.calpoly.edu/events/picturingcalifornia/. Cal Poly Special Collections and Archives, Robert E. Kennedy Library, 1 Grand Ave., Building 35, Room 409, San Luis Obispo.

TRIPLICITY: 3 ARTISTS, 3 MEDIUMS

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BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY Ken Ludwig (Lend Me a Tenor, Moon Over Buffalo) transforms The Hound of the Baskerville into a comic adventure. Features 5 actors playing dozens of roles. Thursdays-Sundays. through March 4 $21-$28. 805-489-2499. americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.

THE PEKING ACROBATS See the Peking Acrobats defy gravity with displays of contortion, flexibility, and control. Feb. 2, 7 p.m. $45-$55. clarkcenter.org. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande, 805-489-9444.

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CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE ARTS THEATRE AUDITIONS Auditions for staged readings of

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Multimedia show featuring paintings by Rod Steelman, mixed media assemblages by Dorothy Riggs, and mosaic wall art by Greg Wilkins. Mondays-Saturdays, 6-9 p.m. through Jan. 31 805542-9000. sloart.com. Frame Works, 339 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo.

Ripcord by David Lindsey-Abaire (performances Feb. 23 and 24) and Bus Stop by William Inge (performances Apr. 13 through May 6). Jan. 28, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-927-8190. cambriacenterforthearts. org/auditions-2/. Cambria Center for the Arts Theatre, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

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talented empoyees: William Silva, Kate Meissner, Katie Peña, Melissa Traynor, and Shauna Jellison. Through Jan. 31 Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralartsupply.com/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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CALL FOR ART INSTRUCTORS For visual artists interested in conducting a workshop or demonstration, Art Central is filling its schedule for the upcoming months. Demonstrations are free to the public and participants sign up through Art Central. Artists set their fees for workshops. Through Jan. 31 Varies. 805-7474200. artcentralartsupply.com/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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PERIOD OF ADJUSTMENT The story of two couples, one newlywed and the other married for five years, both experiencing pains and difficulties in their relationship. The observance of each other’s troubles brings both couples to realize what they have and to reconcile. Sundays, 3-5 p.m. and Fridays, Saturdays, 7:30-9:30 p.m. through Jan. 28 $25. 805-927-3877. pewterploughplayhouse.net. Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria. N o r t h S Lo C o u N t y

PASO ROBLES YOUTH ARTS FOUNDATION: JANUARY REVUE Presented by the Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation’s music, dance, theater, and fine arts students. Jan. 25, 6-8 p.m., Jan. 26, 6-8 p.m. and Jan. 27, 1-3 & 6-8 p.m. $10-$15. 805-2385825. januaryrevue.bpt.me. Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation, 3201 Spring St., Paso Robles. 28 • New Times • January 25 - February 1, 2018 • www.newtimesslo.com

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AIM BAND LIVE Enjoy dancing to classic rock covers. Jan. 27, 8 p.m.-midnight Free. 805-9953209. Old Cayucos Tavern & Cardroom, 130 N Ocean Ave, Cayucos, oldcayucostavern.com/.

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 Sundays, 6 p.m. Free. 805-927-3563. lascambritas.com. Las Cambritas, 2336 Main Street, Cambria.

CENTRAL COAST JAZZ INSTITUTE BAND Each evening features one of Charlie Shoemake’s jazz musicians, accompanied by Matthew Evans on Bass and Tom Brown on Drums. Charlie is on vibraphone and his wife Sandi sings. Every other Thursday, 7-9:30 p.m. Free admission/ suggested donation $15. 805-927-0179. pewterploughplayhouse.org/Entertainment/musicccji.html. Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria.

JON STEPHENS LIVE Thursdays, 5 p.m. Free. 805-927-0175. lascambritas.com. Las Cambritas, 2336 Main Street, Cambria. LIVE JAM AT OTTER ROCK Thursdays, 8 p.m. Free. 805-772-1420. otterrockcafe.com. The Otter Rock Cafe, 885 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. LIVE MUSIC AT OLD CAYUCOS TAVERN Fridays, Saturdays Free. 805-995-3209. oldcayucostavern.com. Old Cayucos Tavern & Cardroom, 130 N Ocean Ave, Cayucos. MUSIC continued page 29

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The January Social Beer Tour takes place Jan. 27 from 5 to 9 p.m. Hop on Beer Tours will be providing round-trip transportation from Barrelhouse Brewing Co. in SLO. Stops include Dead Oak Brewing Co. in Atascadero and Toro Creek Brewing Co. in Paso Robles. Tickets are $35. Visit hoponbeertours.com to find out more. —C.W. Spring Street, Paso Robles, 805-238-2660.

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MISS LEO LIVE Jan. 27, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. 805-

LIVE MUSIC AT OTTER ROCK Fridays-Sundays, 8 p.m. Free. 805-772-1420. otterrockcafe.com. The Otter Rock Cafe, 885 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

400-5293. Bristol’s Cider House, 3220 El Camino Real, Atascadero, bristolscider.com/.

LIVE MUSIC AT STAX Thursdays, Sundays, 6-8

6172. Socrates Coffee House, 5985 Traffic Way, Atascadero.

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

THE RED BARN COMMUNITY MUSIC SERIES: SAUSAGE GRINDER Potluck supper and potluck band start at 5pm. Sausage Grinder starts at 6pm. Feb. 3, 5-8 p.m. Donations accepted. 805-215-3238. sausagegrindermusic.com/. Red Barn at Los Osos Community Park, 2180 Palisades Ave., Los Osos.

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: DOWN FROM THE MOUNTAIN With Donna Phillips and David Foster Evans. Special guests include Megan Steinke, Michael Smothers, and Miss Leo. Jan. 29, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. songwritersatplay.com/calendar/. Morro Bay Wine Seller, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

TRIBUTE TO THE SONGS OF JODY MULGREW Songwriters At Play celebrates the songs of Jody Mulgrew. Performers include Inga Swearingen, Bob & Wendy, John Nowel, Ley Vaughn, Sebastian Luna, Shay & Sway, Craig McNichols, Peter Yelda, Steve Key, Elizabeth McMeans, Donna Phillips, Ben Davis, Michelle Morrow, and more. Jan. 27, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $10. songwritersatplay.com/calendar/. Morro Bay Wine Seller, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. N o r t h S Lo C o u N t y

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. CELLO AND PIANO DUO: SYMPHONY OF THE VINES Cellist Hilary Clark and pianist Lynne Garrett will perform works composed by Grieg, Part, Vaughan Williams, Piazzolla, De Falla, and Foss. Jan. 28, 4-5:30 p.m. $30 adult; $27 senior; $15 student. 805-235-0687. symphonyofthevines. org. Cass Winery And Vineyard, 7350 Linne Rd., Paso Robles.

JODY MULGREW LIVE Songwriters at Play is celebrating seven years of its Sunday showcase at Sculpterra. Special guests include Chris Ayer, Ynana Rose, Jessi Carr, Shawn Ellis, Sofia Lundgren, and Steve Key. Jan. 28, 1-4 p.m. Free. songwritersatplay. com/calendar/. Sculpterra Winery, 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, 805-226-8881. JULIE BEAVER LIVE Jan. 27, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805239-4800. shaleoakwinery.com/TastingRoom/ Events?rnd=1861. Shale Oak Winery, 3235 Oakdale Rd., Paso Robles.

LIVE MUSIC AT ASUNCION RIDGE Fridays, Saturdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-237-1425. asuncionridge.com. Asuncion Ridge, 725 12th St., Paso Robles.

LIVE MUSIC AT BROKEN EARTH Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-239-2562. brokenearthwinery.com. Broken Earth Winery, 5625 Highway 46E, Paso Robles.

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SAN LUIS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA WINTER CONCERT Jan. 28, 3-5 p.m. $10 donation at the door. 805-748-6087. sanluischamberorchestra,org. Hope Lutheran Church, 8005 San Gabriel Rd., Atascadero.

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SATURDAY LIVE: DONNA LU AND MATTHEW KIM Wine and lunch offerings available for purchase. No outside alcohol please. Jan. 27, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-227-4812. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles, vinarobles.com/.

SATURDAY LIVE: WILL BREMAN Wine and lunch offerings available for purchase. No outside alcohol please. Feb. 3, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805-227-4812. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles, vinarobles.com/.

SUGAR BLUES BAND LIVE Led by vocalist Serena Garcia. Jan. 27, 7:30-10 p.m. $5-$10. 805227-6800. D’anbino Vineyards and Cellars, 710 Pine St, Paso Robles. UP IN THE AIR LIVE Performing originals and covers with a variety of instruments: banjo, guitar, melodica, keyboard, drums, and flute. Jan. 26, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. 805-400-5293. Bristol’s Cider House, 3220 El Camino Real, Atascadero, bristolscider.com/.

UP IN THE AIR LIVE All ages welcome. Jan. 26, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. 805-400-5293. Bristol’s Cider House, 3220 El Camino Real, Atascadero, bristolscider.com/. SaN LuiS obiSpo

BRASS MASTER CLASS WITH RALPH SAUER Ralph Sauer, principal trombonist for the Los Angeles Philharmonic for 32 years, will present a brass master class for Cal Poly music students. During the class, several of the Music Department’s leading brass students will perform and be critiqued. Feb. 3, 1-2 p.m. Free. 805-756-2406. music.calpoly.edu/calendar/. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

BROWN BAG CONCERT First Friday of every month, 12-1 p.m. Free. 805-543-5451. fpcslo.org. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

CAL POLY STUDENT PIANO RECITAL A free recital presented by Cal Poly Music Department student pianists. Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m. Free. 805-7562406. music.calpoly.edu. Cal Poly Davidson Music Center, Room 218, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

DRUM AND MUSICAL INSTRUMENT CIRCLE All musicians, dancers, and people who use their voices to create music are welcome to join this monthly circle. Bring refreshments to share. For MUSIC continued page 30

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all ages. Fourth Sunday of every month, 5-8 p.m. through June 17 805-302-8482. Paulette’s, 3960 South Higuera St, Spc 8, San Luis Obispo.

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

ERNIE WATTS LIVE Saxophonist Ernie Watts performs with Marc Seales, piano, Bruce Lett, acoustic bass and drummer Xavier Breaker. Presented by the SLO County Jazz Federation. Tickets available at Boo Boo Records and on brownpapertickets.com. Jan. 27, 7:30 p.m. $15$25. 805-546-3733. slojazz.org. Unity Concert Hall, 1130 Orcutt Road, San Luis Obispo.

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Theatre and Goldenvoice. Feb. 1, 8-10 p.m. $25$80. 805-329-5725. eventbrite.com. Fremont Theatre, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

Performing Hawaiian music featuring slack-key guitar. Jan. 28, 7 p.m. $38.40-$48. 805-7564849. calpolyarts.org. Spanos Theatre, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.

LIVE MUSIC WITH IRISH SESSIONS Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. through Feb. 28 Free. 805868-7133. 7sistersbrewing.com/events. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

MICHAEL FEINSTEIN SINGS SINATRA Jan. 26, 8 p.m. $32-$90. 805-756-4849. calpolyarts.org. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

THE MUDSKIPPERS LIVE Feb. 2, 12-12:45 p.m. Free. 805-543-5451. fpcslo.org. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

SONGWRITERS AT PLAY: ROB KIMBALL Special guests include Michael Sheen Campbell and Manuel Cantu. Jan. 25, 6:30-9 p.m. Free. songwritersatplay.com/calendar/. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo, 805-868-7133.

TOMMY CASTRO AND THE PAINKILLERS

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Buffalo Pub And Grill, 717 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

until 10pm. Thursdays, 8-11 p.m. 805-441-1633. Charlie’s Place, 981 Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT 7SISTERS For musicians,

JOYNER LUCAS/DIZZY WRIGHT: THE 508/ STILL MOVIN’ TOUR Featuring special guest

KEOLA BEAMER AND HENRY KAPONO LIVE

KARAOKE NIGHT SUNDAYS AT BUFFALO PUB AND GRILL Sundays, 8 p.m. Free. 805-544-5155.

KARAOKE NIGHT THURSDAYS AT CHARLIE’S PLACE Featuring DJ Ree-Car-D’oh. Happy hour pricing

HIPPIE SABOTAGE Presented by the Fremont

Marlon Craft. Jan. 26, 8-11 p.m. $22-$77. 805329-5725. fremontslo.com. Fremont Theatre, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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Model Rail Days takes place Jan. 27 through 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Oceano Train Depot. Children of all ages can enjoy operating model train layouts from miniature to giant. Refreshments will be available. Admission is free. Call (805) 489-5446 or visit slomra.org for more info. —C.W. Presented by the SLO Blues Society. Opening act: Orphan Jon and the Abandoned. Jan. 27, 8-11 p.m. $20-$25. 805-541-7930. San Luis Obispo Vets’ Hall, 801 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo. S o u t h C o a S t S Lo C o u n t y

BIG VARIETY NIGHT (SOUTH) Hosted by Ted Waterhouse. Featuring: Azure Tres; Ray Duncan; Dulcie Taylor; Duane Inglish; David Evans; Steve Kindell and Paul Silva; and more. Jan. 28, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-773-6563. tedwaterhouse.com. Puffers of Pismo, 781 Price St., Pismo Beach.

HOT SWINGIN’ JAZZ The Cell Block 7 Jazz Band and the Cabrillo High School Jazz Band will be performing. Jan. 28, 1-4:30 p.m. $5 members; $10 general. 805-481-7840. pismojazz.com. Pismo Veterans Memorial Hall, 780 Bello St., Pismo Beach. PICKPERMANENT WAVE: THE MOTELS AND BOW WOW WOW LIVE One of LA’s original new

wave bands, Martha Davis and The Motels scored big with hits including Only the Lonely and Suddenly Last Summer. Bow Wow Wow, founded by lead singer Annabella Lwin, became best known for the mega-hit I Want Candy. Jan. 27, 8 p.m. $45-$55. clarkcenter. org. Clark Center for the Performing Arts, 487 Fair Oaks Ave., Arroyo Grande, 805-489-9444.

DJ/Dance 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. S o u t h C o a S t S Lo C o u n t y

DJ DRUMZ AT MONGO’S Fridays Free. 805-4893639. mongossaloon.com. Mongo’s Saloon, 359 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach.

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. S o u t h C o a S t S Lo C o u n t y

FRONT ROW KARAOKE Thursdays, 9 p.m. 773-1010. Harry’s Night Club And Beach Bar, 690 Cypress St., Pismo Beach, harryspismobeach.com/.

KARAOKE WITH DJ SAM Sundays Mongo’s Saloon, 359 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, 805489-3639.

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a guest speaker and engage in lively conversation afterwards. Fourth Friday of every month, 1-3 p.m. Free. 805-995-3312. Cayucos Library, 310 B. St., Cayucos.

someone else’s addiction. Tuesdays 805-458-7655. naranoncentralca.org/meetings/meeting-list/. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.

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BASIC COMPUTER HELP Come to learn basic

MORRO BAY METAPHYSICIANS Explore the

computer skills. Call to sign up. Thursdays, 8:30-10 a.m. Free. 805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.

history of metaphysics with a different topic each week. Led by Tobey White Heart Crockett. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. $10-$20 suggested donation. 805-7722880. facebook.com/groups/MBMetaphysicians. Coalesce Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.

Mind & body

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CENTRAL COAST WATERCOLOR SOCIETY MONTHLY PROGRAM MEETING CCWS President Jerry Smith will present a slideshow of all entries to the Aquarius 2018 California Open Watermedia Exhibition. Prospective members welcome. Jan. 30, 6:30-8 p.m. Free. 805-4390295. ccwsart.com. United Methodist Church, 1515 Fredericks Street, San Luis Obispo.

GROWING UP ON ICE: DEVELOPMENT OF WEDDELL SEAL PUPS IN ANTARCTICA The first of a monthly series presented by Talks On Tap. Dr. Heather Liwanag of Cal Poly will give a slideshow and presentation on her research on baby seals in Antarctica. Jan. 30, 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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The San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden hosts a Chumash Kitchen workshop on Feb. 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Learn how to integrate healing herbs into your diet to ward off seasonal colds with Chumash chefs Violet Cavanaugh and Jeanette Acosta. Admission is $88 to $120 and includes breakfast and lunch. Visit slobg.org/chumash-kitchen to find out more. —C.W. Fridays, 5-8 p.m. 4 Booster Buy In. 805-544-6366. Facebook.com/CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

Thursdays, 6:30-10 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 805-215-4963. slochess.com. Carl’s Jr., 195 N. Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo.

HISTORICAL EUROPEAN MARTIAL ARTS: AN OVERVIEW Join Cuesta Community Programs and

SLO TABLE TENNIS All ages and skill levels

discussion on Cochlear Implant Technology with guest speaker Suzannah Hagan. Jan. 27, 10-11 a.m. Free. 805-543-6955. The Villages of San Luis Obispo, 55 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

Blackfriar’s School of Fence for this workshop that provides attendees with hands-on demonstrations of sword, dagger, and unarmed fighting methods based on historical fighting treatises. Feb. 3, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $60. 805-459-0345. cuesta.edu/ communityprograms/community-recreation/indoor_ recreation/hema_workshops.html. Cuesta College Community Programs, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo.

Clubs & Meetings

MAGIC: THE GATHERING AT CAPTAIN NEMO Magic: The Gathering (Standard/Type

HEARING LOSS SUPPORT Free informative

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COLORING CLUB FOR ADULTS Rediscover the childhood pleasure of coloring. Last Thursday of every month, 4-5 p.m. through Oct. 25 Free. 805927-4336. slolibrary.org. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria. SaN LuiS obiSpo

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.

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS AT CAPTAIN NEMO Refreshments available on site for purchase. Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-5446366. Facebook.com/CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

FRIDAY NIGHT MAGIC AT CAPTAIN NEMO Refreshments available on site for purchase.

BEGINNERS DANCE BUNKAI Appropriate for all

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. S o u t h C o a S t S Lo C o u N t y

NIPOMO SENIOR CENTER The center is open five days a week; closed on weekends and holidays. Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through Aug. 31 805-929-1615. Nipomo Senior Center, 200 E. Dana St., Nipomo.

2). Refreshments available on site for purchase. Mondays, 5-8 p.m. 2 Boost Buy In. 805-544-6366. Facebook.com/CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

support groups

MINIATURE GAMING AT CAPTAIN NEMO

CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETING

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

OPEN GAMING AT CAPTAIN NEMO Board games, card games, and more. Bring any games you’d like. Refreshments available on site for purchase. Please park in Reserved spaces. Sundays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 805-544-6366. facebook.com/pg/ CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

SLO CHESS CLUB All ages and skill levels welcome. Plays at the giant chess board in Morro Bay on Saturdays. Boards generally provided.

N o r t h C o a S t S Lo C o u N t y Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a 12-step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Saturdays, 1-2:15 p.m. Free. 805-203-5875. Cambria Connection, 1069 Main St., Cambria. N o r t h S Lo C o u N t y

NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING 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. SaN LuiS obiSpo

NAR-ANON: LET IT BEGIN WITH ME Nar-Anon is a support group for those who are affected by

skill levels. The foundation of Dance Bunkai uses precise movements to build on. These movements are borrowed from all over the world and include Martial Arts movements. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $40 monthly; $12 to drop-in. 805-203-6318. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, ignitemovementstudio.com/.

FREE MEDITATION CLASS Megan McGreen, LCSW, and Ruth Cherry, PhD, long time meditators and psychotherapists, teach meditation to reduce stress and increase well-being. Fridays, 10:30 a.m.noon Free. 805-748-3372. meditationintro.com. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.

INTERMEDIATE TRIBAL BUNKAI Incorporates props, rhythm instruments, and a fusion of world dance to upbeat, fast drumming music. Fridays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $40 monthly; $12 to drop in. 805203-6318. desertcoastdance.com. Ignite Movement Studio, 698 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay.

NEW YEAR YOGA CHALLENGE Use cards to record your progress. These cards will be used for a prize drawing at the end of the challenge. Mondays-Sundays, 6 a.m.-8 p.m. through Jan. 31 805-215-4565. omniyogastudio.com. Omni Yoga Studio, 2190 9th St., Los Osos. QI GONG CLASS Qi Gong is an ancient and powerful system for physical health and spiritual development. Join certified instructor Devin Wallace for this outdoors class. Please call to register. Fridays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Suggested donation $10. 805-709-2227. Tidelands Park, South end of Embarcadero, Morro Bay.

YOGA STRETCH Through a combination of active, isolated stretching, trigger point, foam rolling, and yoga techniques, participants can increase their range of motion. Please bring a mat and water. Tuesdays, Fridays. through Dec. 18 805-776-3676. Studio Fitness, 349 Quintana, Morro Bay, studiofitnessmorrobay.com. Explore yoga postures and increase strength and flexibility. Set to inspiring music and appropriate for beginners. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. email CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 32

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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 31 support@getstudiofit.com. 805-776-3676. Cassandra Bodlak, 349 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay, studiofitnessmorrobay.com. N o r t h S Lo C o u N t y

MONTHLY MEDITATION GROUP Wendy McKenna guides this monthly meditation group. All methods of meditation will be addressed with the intent that each participant develops the optimum meditation for their personal needs. Fourth Thursday of every month, 6-7:30 p.m. Free; Donations accepted. 805-305-7595. lightshare.us. Lightshare Center, 22701 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita.

PROJECT OF LIGHT CLINIC Monthly sessions of light and tone provided by Lightshare. No appointment necessary. First Saturday of every month, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. through Dec. 1 Free. 805305-7595. lightshare.us. Lightshare Center, 22701 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita.

RESTORE AND REFRESH GANJA YOGA WITH ALEXIS KING This program utilizes guided meditation, breath work, and cannabis to deepen the connection with body and self. Jan. 27, 7-10 p.m. $25. vanaspati.yoga/event/ganjayoga-01-27-18/. A Paso Robles yoga studio, Address disclosed upon registration, Paso Robles. SaN LuiS obiSpo

AIKIDO FOR ADULTS With instructor Mary Tesoro, 5th degree Black Belt. Aikido is the Japanese martial art of self-defense and selfdevelopment. This class welcomes adults (both beginners and experienced). Participants may start at anytime. Tuesdays, 5:45-7 p.m. through April 17 $65 for 3 months. 805-549-1222 or 544-8866. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo, ae.slcusd.org/.

AIKIDO SELF DEFENSE AND SELF IMPROVEMENT FOR ADULTS For ages 16-andup. Start anytime and set up your own schedule. Tuesdays, 5:45-7 p.m. through April 17 $65 for 3 months (unlimited classes). 805-544-8866. aikidosanluisobispo.com. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo.

CAT YOGA CLASSES Sundays, 10:15-11:30 a.m. $20. 805-543-9316 Ext. 10. woodshumanesociety. org. Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo. GENTLE YOGA Join instructor, Cassandra Bodlak and increase your range of motion, re-align your spine, improve strength through active isolated techniques, and more. All levels welcome. Please bring a mat and water. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 10:1511:15 a.m. through April 19 $88. 805-549-1222. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo, ae.slcusd.org/.

METABOLIC CONDITIONING PLUS Maximize your cardio and strength with effective patterns of work/rest periods. Re-align and maintain a healthy spine through gentle movements. Mats are provided. Bring water and a towel. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 8-9 a.m. through April 19 $88. 805549-1222. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo, ae.slcusd.org/. STRENGTH FOR 50+ Improve your strength with accessible, real-life movement patterns. Re-align and experience a healthier spine through gentle exercise. Mats and equipment provided. Please bring water and a towel. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9:1510:15 a.m. through April 19 $88. 805-549-1222. San Luis Coastal Adult School, 1500 Lizzie St., San Luis Obispo, ae.slcusd.org/. S o u t h C o a S t S Lo C o u N t y

DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY RECOVERY SEMINAR Hear from previous program participants and learn how to identify depression and its causes. Orientation session is free. Jan. 31, 7-8:30 p.m. 805-489-6622. depressionthewayout. com. Arroyo Grande Adventist Church, 240 Vernon Ave., Arroyo Grande.

OCEANO QI GONG Use the gentle flow of Qi Gong to lower stress and increase flexibility. Accessible to all ages and fitness levels. Mondays, 9-10 a.m. through March 26 $10 per class; $65 for the series. 805-440-4561. adulted.luciamarschools.org. Oceano Community Center, 1425 19th St., Oceano.

QI GONG: LESS STRESS AND MORE ENERGY Use the gentle flow of Qi Gong to lower stress and increase flexibility. Accessible to all ages and fitness levels. Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. through Feb. 28 $12 to drop in; $59 for series. 805-4404561. balancedlivingayurveda.com. Shell Beach Veterans Memorial Building, 230 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach.

TANTRUM FITNESS LADIES BOOT CAMP This 5-week program consists of drills, timed tests, cardio sessions, and resistance training. Includes progress tracking. A prize will be awarded to all

participants who complete boot camp. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 6-7 a.m. through Feb. 16 805-474-9928. tantrumfitness.com/bombshellbootcamp. Tantrum Fitness, 1590 W Grand Ave, Grover Beach.

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SIERRA CLUB HIKE: MONTAÑA DE ORO Hike Valencia Peak to Oats Peak to Coon Creek Loop. Meet at the Valencia Peak trailhead. Heavy rain cancels event. Feb. 3, 9 a.m. Free. 805-441-7597. sierraclub.org/santa-lucia. Montaña de Oro, 3550 Pecho Valley Rd, Los Osos.

SIERRA CLUB HIKE: SAN SIMEON Bring water and snacks. Wear layers. For ages 15-and-up. Feb. 3, 10 a.m.-noon Free. 805-748-7815. sierraclub. org/santa-lucia. Washburn Day Use Area, 1.5 miles north of Cambria on Hwy 1, Cambria. N o r t h S Lo C o u N t y

SIERRA CLUB HISTORIC HIKE: TEMPLETON A guided stroll past century-old storefronts, former saloons, Victorian houses, and two churches built in the 1880s. Feb. 4, 2 p.m. Free. 805-549-0355. sierraclub.org/santa-lucia. Downtown Templeton, 1st and Main St., Templeton. SaN LuiS obiSpo

KIWANIS CENTENNIAL COMMUNITY GARDEN WORKDAY Come and help mulch and weed the first community garden in SLO County that uses recycled water. Please bring water and a sun hat. Tools provided. Rain or shine. Feb. 4, 9 a.m.-noon facebook.com/events/727524734120059/. Laguna Lake Golf Course, 11175 Los Osos Valley Rd, San Luis Obispo, 8052665564.

LAGUNA LAKE HIKE WITH ECOSLO A docentled hike at Laguna Lake. Learn more about the flora, fauna, and natural history of SLO. Jan. 27, 8:30-11 a.m. ecoslo.org/events. Laguna Lake Park, 504 Madonna Rd., San Luis Obispo. S o u t h C o a S t S Lo C o u N t y

SLO COUNTY PUGS ON THE BEACH Socially friendly dogs and their humans are invited to run (leash free) in the surf sand at Olde Port Beach (Avila Dog Beach or Fisherman’s Beach). Last Sunday of every month, 2-3 p.m. Free. aggbchamber.com. Olde Port Beach, 6520 Avila Beach Dr., Avila Beach.

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CAL POLY MEN’S BASKETBALL VS HAWAI’I Feb. 3, 7 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY MEN’S BASKETBALL VS LONG BEACH STATE The first 250 fans will receive a Cal Poly fanny pack for 90’s Night. Jan. 25, 7 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY MEN’S BASKETBALL VS UC RIVERSIDE Jan. 31, 7 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS HAWAI’I Come celebrate National Women and Girls in Sports Day. Feb. 1, 7 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS UC RIVERSIDE Feb. 3, 2 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY WRESTLING VS STANFORD Jan. 26, 7 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

SUPER BOWL PARTY AT 7SISTERS A familyfriendly gathering to watch the game and enjoy live music by Will Breman afterwards. Free snacks will be provided. Beer, wine, and food available for purchase. Feb. 4, 2-9 p.m. Free. 805-868-7133. 7sistersbrewing.com. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

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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.,

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The Peking Acrobats perform Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Clark Center for the Performing Arts in Arroyo Grande. Enjoy gravity-defying displays of gymnastics, cycling, and contortion. Tickets are $28 to $46. Call (805) 489-9444 or visit clarkcenter.org for more info. —C.W. Morro Bay, ignitemovementstudio.com/.

THEATER DANCE CLASS FOR KIDS An interactive 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/.

TODDLER STORYTIME A storytime for toddlers ages 18 months-and-up. Share stories, songs, finger plays, bubbles, and more. Wednesdays, 11-11:30 a.m. through Dec. 26 Free. 805-927-4336. slolibrary.org. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria. Hosted by Ms. Kaela. Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. Free. 805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.

WINTER MONARCH BUTTERFLY TOURS Witness thousands of Monarch Butterflies, so close you can nearly touch them, during these guided tours. Every 14 days, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805-2154125. Morro Bay Golf Course, 201 State Park Rd., Morro Bay, golfmorrobay.com. SaN LuiS obiSpo

AIKIDO FOR KIDS AGE 4-13 AIKI-MITES (age 4-6) class is 3pm on Tuesdays. AIKI-KIDS (age 7-13) classes are Tuesdays/Thursdays at 4pm. Call to observe or pre-register. Tuesdays, Thursdays $50$75 monthly. 805-544-8866. aikidosanluisobispo. com. Budo Ryu, 3536 South Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

FREE ADOPTION INFORMATION SESSION Free sessions on adoption information at our San Luis Obispo office located at 1540 Marsh Street, Ste 130. The FCCA has placed over 5,100 waiting children into forever families since 1983. First Thursday of every month, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805542-9084. fcadoptions.org. Family Connections Christian Adoptions, 1540 Marsh St. #130, San Luis Obispo.

OIL SPILLS: SCIENCE FOR KIDS A science program put on by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) from Cal Poly. Student Engineers will lead an experiment about oil spills and how they affect the environment. Register online. Feb. 3, 10:30-11:30

a.m. Free. 805-781-5775. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

PAJAMA DRAMA: DRAMA AND IMAGINATIVE PLAY CLASSES Drama and imaginative play develops 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. 805-709-0761. pyjamadrama.com. SLO Movement Arts Center, 2074 Parker St., San Luis Obispo.

PERSONAL PORTRAITS: ART CLASS FOR AGES 9-12 Develop realistic self-portrait drawings focusing on shading and proportion. Work in abstraction to create mixed media portrait collages. Wednesdays, 3:15-4:45 p.m. through Jan. 31 $48. 805-543-8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

SURPRISE YOURSELF: ART CLASS FOR AGES 7-8 Learn how everything comes out backwards when you make original prints. Watch your work multiply as you change ink colors to make each print different. All materials provided. Tuesdays, 3:15-4:45 p.m. through Jan. 30 $48. 805-5438562. sloma.org/education/youth-museum. php?event=1441. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

A WORLD OF SHAPES: ART CLASS FOR AGES 5-6 Use oil pastels and crayons to create basic geometric shapes. Price includes all materials. Mondays, 3:15-4:45 p.m. through Jan. 29 $48. 805-543-8562. sloma.org/education/youthmuseum.php?event=1439. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

YOUTH MARTIAL ARTS: AIKIDO For ages 7-13. Develop power peacefully with Aikido. Martial arts techniques, tumbling, body awareness, and interaction skills help kids learn to handle bullies without becoming one. Family discounts offered. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 4-5 p.m. through Feb. 28 $60-$75 monthly. 805-544-8866. aikidoSanLuisObispo.com. Budo Ryu, 3536 South CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 33

CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 32 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo. S o u t h C o a S t S Lo C o u n t y

ANIMALS OF THE CENTRAL COAST Educators from Lopez Lake DEER (Discovering the Environment through Education and Recreation) will teach about local wild animals. For ages 5-andup. Feb. 3, 2-3 p.m. Free. 805-473-7161. Arroyo Grande Library, 800 W. Branch, Arroyo Grande, slolibrary.org.

ARROYO GRANDE LIBRARY LEGO CLUB For ages 6 to 10. Legos provided. Registration required. Jan. 27, 2-3 p.m. Free. 805-473-7161. slolibrary.org. Arroyo Grande Library, 800 W. Branch, Arroyo Grande.

MINDFULNESS AND MOVEMENT FOR MOM AND ME For ages 3-5. Moms/dads learn foundations of emotional intelligence through movement and music, yoga, and games with their children while integrating evidence-based practices of mindfulness. Thursdays, 3:45-4:30 p.m. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity. com. Harmony House Yoga, 991 Price St,, Pismo Beach.

to reduce stress/anxiety, nurture compassion, regulate difficult emotions through mindfulness, movement, yoga, and social-emotional learning. Mondays, 3:45-4:45 p.m. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity.com. Oak Park Professional Centre, 880 N. Oak Park Blvd., Ste 576, Arroyo Grande.

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ASHTANGA WORKSHOP: PHILOSOPHY AND PRACTICE WITH STEVE DWELLEY Jan. 27, 1-4 p.m. $50. 415-852-1787. 9thlimbyoga.com. 9th Limb Yoga, 845 Napa Ave., Morro Bay. San LuiS obiSpo

TIBETAN BUDDHISM BOOK STUDY Meditation practice and a discussion of Foundations of Tibetan Buddhism, by H.E. Kalu Rinpoche. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-438-3949. BodhiPath SLO, 3484 Gregory Ct., San Luis Obispo, bodhipath.org. S o u t h C o a S t S Lo C o u n t y

WISDOM READINGS Inspiration from Spirit through the Tarot and Oracle cards. Tuesdays, 1-5 p.m. $30-$60. 805-598-1509. divining.weebly.com. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 South Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande.

MODEL RAIL DAYS Children of all ages can enjoy operating model train layouts from miniature to giant. Refreshments available. Free parking Jan. 27-28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 951526-1147. slomra.org. Oceano Train Depot, 1650 Front St., Oceano.

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.

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WHAT’S YOUR SUPERPOWER?: YOUTH CLASSES FOR AGES 5-8 Enrichment program to develop the healthy habits supporting learning, relationships, well-being. Make new friends and discover inner resources (“superpowers”) to improve attention, nurture compassion, learn about emotions through mindfulness, movement, yoga, and social-emotional learning. Tuesdays, 3:45-4:30 p.m. 805-270-5523. mindfulkindfulyouniversity. com. Shell Beach Veterans Memorial Building, 230 Leeward Ave., Pismo Beach.

WHAT’S YOUR SUPERPOWER?: YOUTH CLASSES FOR AGES 7-11 Enrichment program to address the challenges youth face in school/life which interferes with learning, relationships, wellbeing. Discover inner resources (“superpowers”)

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CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 33 Free (preregistration required). 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/workshops. St. Benedict’s Church, 2220 Snowy Egret Ln., Los Osos. Topics include attitudes about dying/death, communication, grief, and end-of-life care. Fridays, 10-3 a.m. through March 2 Free (preregistration required). 805-544-2266. hospiceslo.org/workshops. Centennial Park, 600 Nickerson Dr., Paso Robles. San LuiS ObiSpO

CENTRAL COAST HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING Central Coast Hospice is recruiting volunteers. Fridays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. through Feb. 16 805540-6020. San Luis Obispo Business Center, 4251 South Higuera Street, Suite 501, 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 805-549-9228. felinenetwork.org. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO.

HOSPICE SLO COUNTY THRESHOLD SINGERS SEEK NEW VOICES Sing for individuals experiencing life-limiting or end-of life conditions. First 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.

LITERACY FOR LIFE: VOLUNTEER TUTOR TRAINING WORKSHOP To train community members to become volunteer tutors to adults 16-and-older. Tutors work one-on-one teaching basic English language skills that include reading, writing, and speaking. Both training sessions are required. Feb. 3, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $25. 805-5414219. literacyforlifeslo.org/become-a-tutor.php. Union Bank, 995 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

MEALS ON WHEELS Meals on Wheels, San Luis 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.

Food & drink Farmers markets San LuiS ObiSpO

FARMERS MARKET Farmers Market in SLO is the largest Farmers Market in California. Thursdays, 6:109 p.m. Downtown Slo, Higuera St, San Luis Obispo.

SLO FARMERS MARKET Hosts over 60 vendors. Saturdays, 8-10:45 a.m. World Market Parking Lot, 2650 Main St., San Luis Obispo. S O u t h C O a S t S LO C O u n t y

ARROYO GRANDE FARMERS MARKET Includes produce, artists and musicians. Saturdays, 122:25 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.

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HAPPIEST OF HAPPY HOURS With free bites and $6 premium wines by the glass. MondaysFridays, 3-6 p.m. Grape Encounters Empourium, 5816 Traffic Way, Atascadero, 805-464-2630, grapeencounters.com. San LuiS ObiSpO

PINT NIGHT Buy a logo glass for $8 and bring it in every Friday for $2 off refills. Fridays, 5-10 p.m. through Feb. 9 805-868-7133. 7sistersbrewing. com/events. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

WOODSTOCK’S SLO PINT NIGHT With the first pint as low as $5, Woodstock’s gives half-off refills in the same glass. Wednesdays, 8-11 p.m. Free. 805-541-4420. woodstocksslo.com. Woodstock’s Pizza, 1000 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo.

WOODSTOCK’S SLO TRIVIA NIGHT For trivia aficionados and fun-lovers in general alike. Tuesdays, 9-11 p.m. Free. 805-541-4420. woodstocksslo.com/events/. Woodstock’s Pizza, 1000 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo. ∆ 34 • New Times • January 25 - February 1, 2018 • www.newtimesslo.com

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Cinema

Artifacts Tell me a love story BY RYAH COOLEY

Once upon a time

Everyone has a story to tell. Whether it’s a comedy or a tragedy, learn the art and craft of this human tradition at the Story-Telling Workshop with Jack Davis on Jan. 27. The event will be hosted by Central Coast Comedy Theater as part of the first ever SLO Coast Comedy Festival and held at Ignite Movement Studio in Morro Bay from 10 a.m. to noon. In this workshop, participants will focus on discovering emotions, using descriptive language, and other techniques to bring their stories to life. Tickets are $25 per person. Visit eventbrite.com for tickets and centralcoastcomedytheater. com for more information on festival events.

A lack of faith

What happens when a community is charged with judging one of its own for a nearly impossible-to-prove crime? The SLO Repertory Theatre presents one scenario in its staged reading of New Jerusalem, showing Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 3 at 2 and 7 p.m. Baruch de Spinoza is a young merchant and the heir of Saul Mortera, the chief rabbi of Amsterdam. But Amsterdam’s Sephardic Jews have made a fatal arrangement with the city: They have agreed to police their own community for unorthodox beliefs. When the city accuses Spinoza of atheism, Mortera must summon Baruch to the synagogue to defend himself. Spinoza’s best friend, his sister, and the woman he loves are all drawn into the controversy, a historical event that shook up not only the entire Jewish community of Amsterdam, but changed Spinoza’s and Mortera’s lives—and all of Western thought—irrevocably. Tickets are $15 per person. Visit slorep.org for more information.

Ink and letters

If your own chicken scratch handwriting bears a closer resemblance to a doctor’s hastily written prescription than a work of art, consider attending the Intro to Modern Calligraphy Workshop on Feb 3. Held at The Wedding Space in SLO from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the event will be taught by professional calligrapher Raina Toy-Smith, owner and creative of Fête & Quill. Toy-Smith will introduce participants to the modern calligraphy art form and provide students with top quality materials, detailed handouts, and practice sheets—and lots of fun calligraphy tools and goodies. Tickets are $102.35 per person. Visit the Intro to Modern Calligraphy event page on Facebook for more information. ∆ —Ryah Cooley

First ever Cambria Film Festival focuses on romance in movies

PHOTO COURTESY OF SHILPA KRISHNAN

THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY Filmmaker Shilpa Krishnan’s movie, There’s Always Tomorrow, centers on two former lovers who reconnect years later while traveling in Abu Dhabi.

lan Fraser knows a thing or two about love. After all he’s listened to and recorded hundreds of couples’ love stories out of an airstream in Cambria over the past few years. The Love Story Project, launched with Alan’s wife, Shari, shares space with the couple’s gift shop, which features all things heart shaped. So it came as no surprise when Fraser, a wedding photographer, writer, and filmmaker familiar with the film festival circuit, started thinking about bringing love stories to the small seaside hamlet of Cambria in a different, bigger way: through a film festival celebrating movies about romance, happily ever afters, and all the foibles that occur on the quest to find true love. “It made a lot of sense,” Fraser said. “It seemed like a great way to bring people to Cambria and give filmmakers a chance to screen a film.” So from Feb. 8 to 11, the weekend before Valentine’s Day, Fraser, in conjunction with partners like the Cambria Center for the Arts, the Pewter Plough Playhouse, and even Hearst Castle, will bring viewers the first ever Cambria Film Festival, featuring classics like Harold and Maude and Going Hollywood alongside contemporary feature-length and short films taking a crack at what it really means to love someone. As far as Fraser knows, this is the only film festival of its kind to focus just on love stories and romantic comedies. It’s a niche, narrow focus, particularly for a genre that is wont to be slammed by film critics. “We sort of created it with the idea of Cambria being a romantic getaway, a place to come and escape,” Fraser said. “So we wanted to work within that notion.” Viewers will be pleased to find that the festival offerings extend beyond the typical “boy meets girl, pursues her relentlessly, and

wears her down” narrative. Take for instance filmmaker Shilpa Krishnan’s film, There’s Always Tomorrow. Set in Abu Dhabi, the premise centers on two former lovers, Anthony and Magda, who reconnect when they run into each other while traveling. But there’s a catch. “As I started to think of stories around two people, a man and woman, I began to wonder what would happen if two ex-lovers meet after a long time,” Krishnan, who is based in Singapore, said via email. “Most films when exploring a similar thread, tend to show either one or both being unhappy with their current partner. But I wanted to explore what could happen if both of them were perfectly happy with their current partners? What if there is no leftover negativity between them? Then how will such a chance meeting work out?” While nobody falls dramatically in or out of love in There’s Always Tomorrow, Krishnan’s

PHOTO COURTESY OF DEBORAH NORMAN

HOMETOWN HERO Upon returning to her hometown, Rose Miller (Tara Samuel, right) sets out to make a movie musical and in doing so falls in love with cameraman James Hansen (Troy Kotsur), and reconnects with her mother and the place where she grew up.

Happily ever after

The Cambria Film Festival will run Feb. 8 to 11 with screenings and events at the Cambria Center for the Arts, the Pewter Plough Playhouse, and Hearst Castle. Prices range from $8 for a single screening to $75 for a festival pass. An opening night reception will be held Feb. 8 at the Cambria Center for the Arts at 6 p.m. (followed by a screening of Harold & Lillian at 7 p.m.) for $15 per person, and a closing champagne gala will be held at Hearst Castle Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. (followed by a screening of Going Hollywood at 7 p.m.) for $25 per person. Visit cambriafilmfestival.com for more information.

twist takes a conventional narrative and gives it depth and nuance. In a similar fashion, Deborah Norman’s film, Wild Prairie Rose, set in the 1950s, takes a woman, Rose Miller, who was only too happy to leave her ho-hum small hometown and lands her right back there. Instead of just finding romantic love, Rose also reconnects with her mother and community as she tries to make her own movie musical in a town that’s lacking a movie theater. “The film is also about learning to communicate through a variety of barriers, some self-imposed, others the result of external obstacles,” Norman, who is currently in Berlin, said via email. “It [love] can come in all shapes between lovers, parents and children, and/or acts of kindness within communities as a whole. Discovering the true meaning of love comes at any point in life. It changes and transforms as we move through life, but for it to manifest in any significant way, one must be willing to listen with their hearts and have open minds.” And regardless of what your relationship status might be this Feb. 14, who doesn’t love a good love story? “It’s a positive thing,” Fraser said. “It’s something that we all have in common. It’s familiar and we all understand it.” ∆ Arts Editor Ryah Cooley’s favorite romantic comedy is When Harry Met Sally. Contact her at rcooley@newtimesslo.com.

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n the back left corner of an RV Park in Arroyo Grande stands a hulking, industrial steel box of a building. It doesn’t look like much, but inside, woodworker and sculptor Ben Riddering is toiling away to give discarded scraps of wood a second life. The whirring of a chainsaw fills the air. Wearing a brown leather apron, a trucker hat, and jeans, Riddering stands surrounded by gnarled, twisted, and charred chunks of wood that at first glance looked like they were destined for the UPCYCLING Walnut tree root balls turned fireplace. But no, these pieces sculptures like Slow Bloom by Ben Riddering are were lovingly rescued from currently on display at the SLO Museum of Art and at being trashed just months ago. The Phantom Project pop-up show in downtown SLO. A 100-acre walnut farm in Templeton was going through the common practice of rotating Repurposed crops and uprooting its trees, which were Ben Riddering’s root ball sculptures will be on display dying and bug-eaten, so the usable parts at the SLO Museum of Art’s Dimensions show through were milled into lumber and the rest were Feb. 18 and at The Phantom Project exhibit (downtown piled and burned, leaving behind huge at 959 Higuera St.) through the end of January. For more information about the exhibits and Riddering’s work, visit hunks of charred tree trunks and root sloma.org and benriddering.com. balls. Riddering noticed these piles and was intrigued. Most of Riddering’s career is it. But then I almost completely re-carved focused on making functional furniture, but the root balls took the woodworker in a more the whole thing and now it’s one of my favorite pieces.” artistic direction. Once Riddering is happy with the “They’ve got these really neat shapes so I shape of a piece, he re-torches the wood to just started hauling them,” Riddering said. really give it a lovely, charred and black The finished project looks not unlike appearance, and then oils it to seal in something out of a dark fairy tale. his work and give it a nice sheen. So far Riddering’s abstract wood pieces are he’s made about 10 pieces that have been currently on display at the SLO Museum displayed in five juried art shows. But of Art’s Dimensions show and at The he’s not stopping anytime soon. That one Phantom Project pop-up exhibit in trip to the walnut orchard in Templeton downtown SLO. garnered Riddering enough materials to Riddering starts by chalking out the keep on making root ball sculptures for shapes he already sees happening on a the next two to three years. root ball. The pieces are then fleshed out “To him [the farmer] it’s waste and and sculpted. Sometimes these first steps he’s happy to see it go to a good place,” are quick and other times it’s a process, Riddering said. like when Riddering crafted the piece The concept of re-crafting something Slow Bloom. old isn’t new to Riddering, who makes a “I rejected it,” Riddering said. “I hated lot of furniture from barn wood or old, CRAFTSMAN Woodworker and sculptor dying trees that needed to be torn down. Ben Riddering has made furniture for the To repurpose materials is something that’s past 20 years and recently started making in Riddering’s roots. In 1996, he spent sculptures out of local walnut tree root balls. six months in Moscow, Russia, training under Kim Whitten, a woodworker who was helping rebuild an orphanage. Once back in California, Riddering worked with furniture maker, John Brigham, who makes a unique line of furniture from salvaged wood. “I think there’s kind of a redemptive feel to the work,” Riddering said of his root ball sculptures. “Something that was going to become trash instead becomes beautiful.” ∆ Arts Editor Ryah Cooley can’t stand eating walnuts but is all about making sculptures from their root balls. Contact her at rcooley@newtimesslo.com.

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FOOT STOMPIN’ FUN Nashville-based American roots duo Smooth Hound Smith plays a free show at Morro Bay’s The Siren on Jan. 25.

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Thursday, Jan. 25

You can start your evening with a Numbskull and Good Medicine Presents show at Morro Bay’s The Siren with Smooth Hound Smith (8 p.m.; 21-andolder; free), an Americana roots duo featuring “one-man-band” Zack Smith (guitars/vocals/foot drums/harmonicas/ banjo) and Caitlin Doyle (vocals/ percussion). The Nashville act describes their music as “a varied and unique style of folky, garage-infused rhythm and blues. Using primal foot percussion, complex, fuzzed-out, finger-picked guitar patterns, warbled harmonicas, tasty harmonies, and a lot of tambourine.” Later that night in SLO’s Frog and Peach, check out Petaluma rock/soul band The Highway Poets (10 p.m.; 21-and-older; free). Listing everyone from the Rolling Stones and Nirvana to the Black Keys and Otis Redding, they strive for a performance mash-up

of contemporary and classic styles. They recently released the new full-length album Chasing Youth.

Friday, Jan. 26

Get your Led Zeppelin fi x when tribute act Led Zepagain plays The Siren (7:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; $20 presale at ticketfly.com or $25 at the door). These guys have been paying homage to Zep for 15 years, and back in 2004, Jimmy Page caught their act, asked to meet the band, posed for photos, and remarked, “It’s amazing how much you sound like us. You must have grown up on this because you were inside the music, and you paid attention to detail in your presentation. I can tell you guys really love the music!” This is as close as you’re going to get to seeing Led Zeppelin live. SLO’s historic Fremont Theater hosts hip-hop artists Joyner Lucas and Dizzy Wright (9 p.m.; $22 general admission or $77 VIP meet-and-greet, at Boo Boo Records and eventbrite. com) on their The 508/Still Movin’ Tour, which also features Marlon Craft opening the show. Lucas garnered

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national attention with the verbal gymnastics of 2014’s “Backwords,” followed by his 2015 mixtape, ALONG CAME JOYNER, and its breakthrough single, “Ross Capicchioni.”

Saturday, Jan. 27

You’re going to need clones, a Star Trek transporter, or a time machine to get to everything happening this Saturday. If you want to start early, check out awardwinning singer-songwriter and rocker Kristen Black and her band at The Siren (3 p.m.; free). “We will have some new songs on tap as well!” Black said. Later that night, New Wave ska act The English Beat plays Tooth & Nail Winery (6 p.m.; all ages; $22 presale at ticketfly.com or $25 at the door) with opening act The Trouvillians. Are you excited about this one? If you are, I hope you already bought tickets. It’s sold out. If you need a dose of jazz, the SLO County Jazz Fed will deliver when twotime Grammy-winning saxophonist Ernie Watts and his quartet play SLO’s Unity Concert Hall (7:30 p.m.; all ages; $25 general, $20 Jazz Fed members, and $15

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SAX MASTER Two-time Grammywinning saxophonist Ernie Watts and his quartet play a SLO Jazz Fed show at Unity Concert Hall on Jan. 27.

HIP-HOP HAPPENING SLO’s historic Fremont Theater hosts hip-hop artists Joyner Lucas (left) and Dizzy Wright (right) on Jan. 26.

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TRUE GRIT Ripping R&B and roadhouse rock act Tommy Castro and the Painkillers headline the SLO Blues Society show at the SLO Vets Hall on Jan. 27.

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students at brownpapertickets.com and Boo Boo Records). Watts has been featured on more than 500 recordings with folks like Cannonball Adderley, Marvin Gaye, Frank Zappa, and Charlie Haden. He also played in the Johnny Carson band for 20 years. His quartet also features Marc Seales (piano), Bruce Lett (acoustic bass), and Xavier Breaker (drums). You can check out a brand new blues group, the Sugar Blues Band featuring Serena Garcia, playing at D’Anbino’s (7:30 p.m.; 21-and-older; $10 cover). Garcia sings with the power of Big Mama Thornton or Bessie Smith, belting out old-time blues and jazz classics. She’s joined by ace players Ted Waterhouse (guitar), Johnny Johnson (harmonica), Joseph Palmer (bass), and Michael Smothers (drums). I’ve got a good feeling about this new act! Alligator Records recording artist and ripping rocking R&B act Tommy Castro and the Painkillers headline the SLO Blues Society show at the SLO Vets Hall (8 p.m.; 21-and-older; $25 at Boo Boo Records, Cheap Thrills, and Paradise Records, or at the door). If you like high-energy blues and roadhouse rock, Castro delivers the goods. His newest album, Stompin’ Ground, is filled with his signature blistering guitar licks, fiery melodies, and gritty vocals. This lean, mean quartet is a powerhouse! Orphan Jon and the Abandoned opens the show. If you’re in the mood for a trip back to the New Wave ’80s, Arroyo Grande’s The Clark Center has a great double bill featuring The Motels and Bow Wow Wow with its original singer, the amazing Annabella (8 p.m.; all ages; $45 to $55 at (805) 489-9444 or clarkcenter. org)! Martha Davis and The Motels are known for classic hits such as “Only the Lonely,” “Suddenly Last Summer,” “Total Control,” “Mission of Mercy,” “Shame,” and “Danger.” Bow Wow Wow, founded by lead singer Annabella Lwin with help from U.K. music impresario Malcolm McLaren, enjoyed the mega hit “I Want Candy,” as well as “Go Wild in the Country” and “Sexy Eiffel Tower.” STARKEY continued page 40 PHOTO COURTESY OF BOW WOW WOW AND ANNABELLA LWIN

RIDE THE WAVE New Wave acts Bow Wow Wow (featuring original singer Annabella; pictured) and The Motels featuring Martha Davis play the Clark Center on Jan. 27.

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INDIE DARLINGS San Diego-based Pinback, made up primarily of singer-songwriters-multiinstrumentalists “Zach” Armistead Burwell Smith IV and Rob Crow, play the SLO Guild Hall on Jan. 28.

ANGEL VOICE Gospel, soul, and R&B artist Liz Vice brings her stunning voice to The Siren on Jan. 28. STARKEY from page 39

Sunday, Jan. 28

Get your hot jazz fix when Lodi’s Cell Block 7 Jazz Band and The Cabrillo High School Jazz Band play the next Basin Street Regulars show at the Pismo Vets Hall (11 a.m. jam; concert at 1 p.m.; all ages; $10 at the door). This is a load of fun for dancing or listening. Big Variety Night, a musical variety show hosted semi-regularly by local guitarist-singer-songwriter Ted Waterhouse for some 25 years at SLO’s Linnaea’s Café, is branching out with a second monthly show—Big Variety Night (South)—at Puffer’s of Pismo (5 p.m.; 21-and-older; free). Enjoy short but sweet sets by Azure Tres, Dulcie Taylor, Ray Duncan,

Craig Louis Dingman, Randall Lamb, David Evans, Duane Inglish, Danny Grasseschi, and Steve Kindel with Paul Silva. The Siren, with the help of Numbskull and Good Medicine, hosts amazing Portland-based gospel, soul, and R&B singer Liz Vice (7 p.m.; 21-and-older; $15 presale at ticketfly.com or $20 at the door). “I didn’t think I was going to live past 20 years old,” Vice, who suffered from a kidney-destroying autoimmune disease, recounts in press materials. “Instead of praying that I would be healed, I was just so tired that I would pray for death every day, but every day I woke up, I decided to live that day to the fullest.” You can hear that can-do spirit in her stunning music. Cal Poly Arts has some laid-back Hawaiian sounds coming your way when

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THE CLIFFS RESORT: 2757 Shell Beach Rd., Shell Beach, (805) 773-5000, cliffsresort.com. FIGUEROA MOUNTAIN BREWING CO.: 1462 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, (805) 4748525, figmtnbrew.com. Singer/Songwriter Night every Wed. from 8 to 10 p.m. HARRY’S NIGHT CLUB AND BEACH BAR: Cypress and Pomeroy, downtown Pismo Beach, (805) 773-1010, harryspismobeach. com. Thurs.: Front Row Karaoke. 1/25: DJ Camote from 5 to 9 p.m.; 1/26: South 65 from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; 1/27: DJ Camote from 3 to 7:30 p.m. and South 65 from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; 1/28: Soundhouse from 3 to 7:30 p.m. and MGB from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; 1/29: MGB from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; 1/30: Shantastics from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; 1/31: Shantastics from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.; 2/1: DJ Camote from 5 to 9 p.m.; 2/2: Stinger from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; 2/3: Stinger from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. LIDO RESTAURANT AT DOLPHIN BAY: 2727 Shell Beach Rd., Pismo Beach, (805) 773-4300 or thedolphinbay.com. Live music Tues., Thurs., and Fri. from 5 to 8 p.m. MONGO’S SALOON: 359 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, (805) 489-3639, mongossaloon.com. Open blues jam every Wed.; DJ Drumz every Fri.; Karaoke with DJ Sam every Sun. 1/27: Shaky Groundz from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. PUFFERS OF PISMO: 781 Price St., Pismo Beach, (805) 773-6563, puffersofpismo.com. Live music every Tues. from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., and most Fri. and Sat. from 7 to 10 p.m. Side Effects every Wed. from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 1/26: The Nicole Stromsoe Trio at 7 p.m.; 1/27: The Taproots at 7 p.m.; 1/28: Big Variety Night at 5 p.m. SEAVENTURE: 100 Ocean View, Pismo Beach, 773-4994, seaventure.com. Live music every Wed. from 6 to 9 p.m., Fri. from 6 to 9 p.m.; and Sun. from 2 to 6 p.m. SKIP GIBSON’S BBQ: 1572 W Grand Ave., Grover Beach, (805) 474-5674.

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com. Acoustic acts every Sun and open mic every Mon. BARRELHOUSE BREWING CO. SPEAKEASY: 1033 Chorro St. (805) 296-1128, barrelhousebrewing.com. 1/25: Gypsy Jazz Night at 9:30 p.m.; 1/31: Son of Dad at 7:30 p.m.; 2/1: Vinyl Night: The Ideals at 7:30 p.m. BON TEMPS CREOLE CAFE: 1000 Olive St., (805) 544-2100. Zydeco music, live blues, and jazz on Wednesday evenings. BUFFALO PUB AND GRILL: 717 Higuera St., (805) 544-5515. FREMONT THEATER: 1035 Monterey St., (805) 546-8600, fremontslo.com. 1/26: Joyner Lucas and Dizzy Wright; 2/1: Hippie Sabotage. FROG & PEACH PUB: 728 Higuera St., (805) 595-3764, frogandpeachpub.com. THE GRADUATE: 990 Industrial Way, (805) 541096, slograd.com. Country Night every Thu. from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Noche Caliente every Fri. from 10pm-2am. KREUZBERG COFFEE COMPANY: 685 Higuera St., (805) 439-2060, kreuzbergcalifornia.com. Open mic night every Wed. THE LIBRARY BAR AND LOUNGE: 723 Higuera St., (805) 542-0199. LINNAEA’S CAFE: 1110 Garden St., (805) 5415888, linnaeas.com. The SLO County Jazz Federation hosts jam sessions every 2nd and 4th Tue. LUNA RED: 1023 Chorro St., (805) 540-5243, lunaredslo.com. MOTHER’S TAVERN: 725 Higuera St, (805) 541-8733, motherstavern.com. Live music every Fri. from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. NOVO RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE: 726 Higuera St., (805) 543-3986, novorestaurant.com. SLO BREW: 736 Higuera St., (805) 543-1843, slowbrew.com. 1/31: Alo and John Craigie at 9:30 p.m. STEYNBERG GALLERY: 1531 Monterey St. (805) 547-0278, steynberggallery.com. TAP IT BREWING COMPANY: 675 Clarion Ct., (805) 545-7702, tapitbrewing.com.

Clubs North County

ASUNCION RIDGE: 725 12th St. Paso Robles, (805) 237-1425. Live music Fridays and Saturdays from 5 to 8 p.m. BARRELHOUSE BREWERY AND BEER GARDENS: 3055 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, (805) 296-1128, barrelhousebrewing.com. BROKEN EARTH WINERY: 5625 Highway 46E, Paso Robles, (805) 239-2562. Live music every Sat. from 1 to 4 p.m. CHATEAU LETTAU: 840 13th St. Paso Robles, (805) 238-6800. D’ANBINO VINEYARDS AND CELLARS: 710 Pine St., Paso Robles, (805) 227-6800 or danbino.com. 1/25: The Real Blues Jam North from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; 1/26: Joy Bonner from 7:30 to 10 p.m.; 1/27: The Super Blues Band from 7:30 to 10 p.m.; 2/1: The Real Blues Jam North from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; 2/2: Burning, Bad, and Cool from 7:30 to 10 p.m.; 2/3: Blues Asylum from 7:30 to 10 p.m. ENOTECA RESTAURANT AND BAR: 206 Alexa Ct., Paso Robles, (805) 238-2834, labellasera.com. Jazz every Thurs. night featuring Adam Levine and Judy Philbin from 7 to 9 p.m. LAST STAGE WEST: Halfway Station on Highway 41 (15050 Morro Road at Toro Creek), (805) 461-1393 or laststagewest.net. Bluegrass jam session every second Wed. of the month. 1/25: The BanjerDan Show at 6 p.m.; 1/28: Open Mic at 5 p.m.; 2/1: The BanjerDan Show at 6 p.m. PASO ROBLES INN CATTLEMAN’S LOUNGE: 103 Spring St., (805) 238-2660. Live music 6 to 8 p.m and Friday and Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. PINE STREET SALOON: 1234 Pine St., Paso Robles, (805) 238-1114. PONY CLUB WINE BAR AT HOTEL CHEVAL: 1021 Pine St., Paso Robles, (805) 226-9995. SCULPTERRA WINERY: 5015 Linne Rd., Paso Robles, (805) 226-8881. Steve Key presents “Songwriters at Play” Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. TOOTH & NAIL WINERY: 3090 Anderson

Rd., Paso Robles, (805) 369-6100. 1/27: The English Beat at 6 p.m. VINA ROBLES VINEYARDS AND WINERY: 3700 Mill Rd. Highway 46 E. Paso Robles, (805) 227-4812, vinarobles.com. Live music every Sat. from 1 to 4 p.m.

North Coast

CAMBRIA PINES LODGE: 2905 Burton Dr., Cambria, (805) 927-4200, cambriapineslodge. com. 1/25: The Bellmores from 8 to 11 p.m.; 1/26: Marcus DiMaggio from 3 to 6 p.m. and LBS Trio from 9 to 11:55 p.m.; 1/27: Bobby Malone from 3 to 6 p.m. and Back Bay Betty from 9 to 11:55 p.m.; 1/28: Wally Duo from 8 to 11 p.m.; 1/29: Wally Duo from 8 to 11 p.m.; 1/30: Louie Ortega from 8 to 11 p.m.; 1/31: Andy Scott from 8 to 11 p.m.; 2/1: Billy & Charlie Duo from 8 to 11 p.m.; 2/2: Marcus DiMaggio from 3 to 6 p.m. and Rough House from 9 to 11:55 p.m.; 2/3: Bobby Malone from 3 to 6 p.m. and Catalina Eddy from 9 to 11:55 p.m. CAMBRIA PUB AND STEAKHOUSE: 4090 Burton Dr., Cambria, (805) 927-0782. Bob Benjamin every Fri. at 6 p.m. CENTRALLY GROWN: 7432 Exotic Garden Dr., Cambria, (805) 927-3563, centrallygrown. com. Bob Benjamin every Sun. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. LAS CAMBRITAS: 2336 Main St., Cambria, (805) 927-0175. Jon Stephens every Thurs. at 5 p.m.; Bob Benjamin every Sat. at 6 p.m. OLD CAYUCOS TAVERN & CARDROOM: 130 N. Ocean Ave., Cayucos, (805) 9953209, oldcayucostavern.com. Live music every Fri and Sat. OTTER ROCK CAFE: 885 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, (805) 772-1420. Wed: Karaoke, 8 p.m. Thurs.: Live jam, 8 p.m. Fri.-Sun.: live music. THE SIREN: Main St., Morro Bay, (805) 7728478, thesirenmorrobay.com. 1/26: Led Zepagain at 7 p.m. STAX WINE BAR: 1099 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, (805) 772-5055, staxwine.com. Live music Thurs. and Sun. from 6 to 8 p.m. 699 WINDOWS ON THE WATER: Embarcadero, Suite 7, Morro Bay, (805) 7720677. 2/2: Jeff Peters from 6 to 9 p.m. ∆

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Delightful dysfunction W riter-director Paul Thomas Anderson (Boogie Nights, Magnolia, Punch-Drunk Love, There Will Be Blood, The Master, Inherent Vice) reteams with Daniel Day-Lewis in this story of dressmaker Reynolds Woodcock, who with his sister, Cyril (Lesley Manville), runs the posh fashion business the House of Woodcock. Set in 1950s London, Woodcock’s fastidious life is turned upside down by Alma (Vicky Krieps), a willful young woman who becomes his lover and muse. (130 min.)

Glen All the worst human emotions are on display in Phantom Thread, a story about ego, jealousy, manipulation, hostility, and disappointment. Incongruently, it’s also very funny. Reynolds is a selfish, pompous, egoist who believes his artistry excuses his fastidiousness and demanding nature. It’s his way or the highway. His sister, Cyril, understands this, and enables his overbearing and often cold nature to overrun his world. He’s a dressmaker to high society and to European royal families, and his work consumes him. As the film opens, we see the cruel way he dismisses his current muse, who no longer inspires his affections. It doesn’t take him long for another to strike his fancy. After Alma serves him breakfast at a country inn, he quickly sweeps her into his life. She’s rustic, a bit clumsy, and prone to embarrassment, but in her he CLAY FOR MOLDING Alma (Vicky Krieps) becomes muse, lover, and foil to Reynolds Woodcock, upending his carefully controlled life.

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and while Alma wants to sees malleable clay ready PHANTOM THREAD go out, go dancing, and be to conform to his wishes. What’s it rated? R social, Reynolds is content Reynolds’ perfect world What’s it worth, Anna? Full price at home, immersed in begins to fray, however, What’s it worth, Glen? Full price his work, happiest in as Alma finds her voice Where’s it showing? The Palm, silence. Lewis has said and begins to exert her Stadium 10, Galaxy this is his final role own ego. Like many of before retirement, and Paul Thomas Anderson’s while I hope that doesn’t stories, Phantom hold true, he chose quite a character Thread is about big personalities to end with. Fastidious to a fault and with compromised morals. That can incredibly strong willed, surrounded by make it difficult to find anyone to root adoration and entitlement, Reynolds is a for; however, Anderson’s sumptuous larger-than-life man played subtly and filmmaking, attention to detail, and brilliantly by Lewis. unflinching gaze at his complicated Glen The acting truly is amazing, and characters is as gorgeous and elevated as Anderson gives his players the space one of Reynolds’ haute couture designs. they need to develop their characters. Anna Reynolds is clearly used to having Nothing feels rushed, which for some things done his way and to his exacting standards. He has no room for patience or viewers may translate as a slow pace, but I was never bored. Anderson is certainly imperfection in his world. His attraction one of those filmmakers critics adore to Alma is a bit of a puzzle because of because he’s always delivering surprises, that: She’s a little too real to fit into his but some viewers tend to struggle with carefully constructed life, and his sister’s his films, and his Rotten Tomato scores unflinching devotion does nothing but usually reflect that. Critics have awarded stroke his ego. Every relationship in the Phantom Thread a 91 percent rating film is unhealthy, and as you said, no while viewers scored it at 73 percent. I one qualifies as the “good guy.” When have to admit, there’s a late twist here Reynolds falls ill, Alma’s suspicion—that that didn’t quite ring true for me, but the only time he truly needs her over this film is too exquisitely made, too anyone else is when he is incapacitated— fascinating a character study, and too proves true. Munchausen by proxy mesmerizingly well acted for me to be put becomes her way of punishment, either off. It also fits well within the pantheon when she feels he needs to be reminded of of the current women’s movement, taking his humanity or taught a lesson. There’s a swipe at ’50s London patriarchy and also a sizeable age gap between the two, offering two leading ladies—Krieps and Manville—who depict characters every bit as complicated and charismatic as their male counterpart. What Reynolds does to Alma is nothing short of sexual exploitation and domination, but both Alma and Cyril find ways to assert themselves, demonstrating that the softer sex doesn’t necessarily mean weaker. Anderson has now been nominated for six Academy Awards, but he’s never won. Maybe with this film and this year, that will change. Anna Sound plays a big part in the fi lm as well. Reynolds’ annoyance is very connected to the noise around him. The simple act of buttering toast is enough for him to shoot daggers at Alma over the breakfast table and throw a fit. She learns to be silent to avoid his wrath while taking her own turn at revenge.

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CALL ME BY YOUR NAME What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? The Palm It’s the summer of 1983 in the north of Italy, and Elio Perlman (Timothée Chalamet), a precocious 17-year-old American-Italian, spends his days in his family’s 17th century villa transcribing and playing classical music, reading, and flirting with his friend Marzia (Esther Garrel). Elio enjoys a close relationship with his father (Michael Stuhlbarg), an eminent professor specializing in Greco-Roman culture, and his mother, Annella (Amira Casar), a translator. One day, Oliver (Armie Hammer), a charming American scholar working on his doctorate, arrives as the annual summer intern tasked with helping Elio’s father. Amid the sun-drenched splendor of the setting, Elio and Oliver discover the heady beauty

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of awakening desire over the course of a summer that will alter their lives forever. (130 min.) —Sony Pictures Classics

THE COMMUTER What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Rental Where’s it showing? Stadium 10 It seems like director Jaume Collet-Serra and actor Liam Neeson have a thing going on. First there was Unknown (2011) about a guy whose identity is stolen and he has to thwart an assassination, then there was Non-Stop (2014) about an air marshal thwarting an in-flight extortion scheme, then there was Run All Night (2015) about a mob guy who has to thwart his boss’s attempt to murder his son, and now there’s The Commuter about a supposedly mild-mannered

insurance salesman who has to thwart the assassination of a witness on a train. Yes, Michael MacCauley (Neeson) has a very particular set of skills, but one of them isn’t making The Commuter as good as Taken (2008), which Collet-Serra and Neeson seem to be chasing over and over without success. Sure, The Commuter is a serviceable action thriller, but it never quite reaches Neeson’s best action efforts like Taken or The Grey. It begins by establishing MacCauley as a committed family man who dutifully takes the commuter train in to New York every day to sell insurance out of his office in a big high rise. He’s unexpectedly fired one day. Safely on the train back to the ’burbs, MacCauley meets Joanna (Vera Farmiga), who tells him he can make $100,000 if he can locate a train passenger “who doesn’t belong,” carrying

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EXACTING Reynolds Woodcock (Daniel Day-Lewis), a fastidious London dress designer in the 1950s, uses his unsparing eye to examine his creation.

Cyril is both friend and foe, vastly overprotective of her brother and his fussiness, but also a voice of reason that he will actually listen to. Director Anderson has done a bunch of fi lms that I love—Punch-Drunk Love, The Master, Inherent Vice. The guy has some serious skill at creating fascinating characters and ambiance. Coupled with the cast’s stellar performances, Lewis’ in particular, this slow-burn fi lm had me captivated from start to fi nish. One great thing about a fi lm whose principal character is a dressmaker is you know you’re in for some great costuming. The pretentious and incredibly formal dresses are amazing, stuffy, and heavy, yet with beautiful lines and folds, intended to make the wearer feel beautiful, even in the face of self-doubt and loathing. Reynolds, Cyril, and Alma are all incredibly protective of his work, even demanding a dress back when its wearer got embarrassingly drunk in it. The plot twist toward the end was a bit odd but still had its place and reason in the storyline, and it just added another layer to these odd, complicated characters. Overall, it’s a delicious and rich character study, with dark humor and devilish details woven throughout, and Lewis’ performance should not be missed. Δ Split Screen is written by Senior Staff Writer Glen Starkey and his wife, Anna. Comment at gstarkey@newtimesslo.com.

REVIEW SCORING FULL PRICE .... It’s worth the price of an evening show MATINEE ........ Save a few bucks, catch an afternoon show RENTAL .......... Rent it STREAMING.... Wait ’til Netflix has it NOTHING ........ Don’t waste your time a bag she wants him to mark with a GPS device. Incredulous, MacCauley finds—as directed—a $25,000 down payment in the restroom and begins to work his powers of detection, but things turn sinister quickly as Joanna threatens MacCauley’s family if he doesn’t succeed. The film requires some serious suspension of disbelief to keep your eyes from rolling in your head. It’s pretty ridiculous, but considering the straight-tovideo dreck out there, The Commuter isn’t terrible, but neither is it inspired. (105 min.) —Glen Starkey

DARKEST HOUR What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full Price Where’s it showing? The Palm

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Darkest Hour drops viewers into one of the tensest, grimmest periods of World War II to illustrate how British Prime Minister Winston Churchill (Garry Oldman), orated Britain and its people out of surrendering to and into defiantly fighting Nazi Germany. Essentially a biographical portrait of Churchill, Darkest Hour leans on a phenomenal performance by Oldman to captivate the audience and make us feel the immensity of Europe teetering on the edge of destruction. Set in May of 1940, British Parliament has just ousted Neville Chamberlain as its Prime Minister as Hitler prepares to invade Belgium and Holland. Churchill is begrudgingly appointed as his successor, but fear and doubt still consumes the nation. Churchill assumes the helm with the message to the nation that accepting

defeat isn’t an option. But he faces resistance from many members of Parliament and even members of his own cabinet, who bicker with him to settle a peace treaty with Hitler, as millions of British soldiers’ lives are on the line. It’s Churchill’s commitment to the principles of his country and disdain for the moral atrocities of Nazism that compel him to push back against the momentum of a surrender. That’s what’s thrilling about this movie: the emotional battle between the convenience of giving up versus the profound consequences of that concession. Darkest Hour hits theaters at an appropriate time in history, when similar moral questions and human values are on the line. Churchill’s bluster and bombastic oration did remind me of President Donald MOVIES continued page 43

MOVIES from page 42 Trump’s. But the push notification that arrived on my phone in the theater reporting Trump’s tweet to North Korea of having a “working” nuclear button on his desk enlightened me to the fact that the intelligence, consciousness, and nuance of Churchill’s rhetoric has no comparison to the current U.S. president. (125 minutes). —Peter Johnson

DEN OF THIEVES

What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Stadium 10, Park Every day, $120 million in cash is taken out of circulation and destroyed by the Los Angeles Branch of the Federal Reserve—unless a notorious, elite crew of bank robbers can pull off the ultimate heist and get to the money first ... right under the noses of LA’s most feared division in law enforcement. (140 min.) —STX Entertainment

GET OUT

What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre In his directorial debut, actor-writer Jordan Peele (Keanu, Key and Peele, Rubberhead, MADtv) helms this mystery-horror film about a young African-American man named Chris Washington (Daniel Kaluuya), who’s in a mixed-race relationship with his white girlfriend Rose Armitage (Allison Williams), who decides it’s time for him to meet her parents—Dean (Bradley Whitford) and Missy (Catherine Keener)—so they head to her family’s estate. When they arrive, he discovers the area’s black residents behave in bizarre ways, and when he’s warned to “get out,” he discovers it’s not so easy to leave. The gore was convincing, the acting roundly competent, and the story fresh enough not to wallow in horror and mystery cliché. Currently, the film has a 99 percent critic rating on rottentomatoes.com, and I can see why. I’ll remember this film. (103 min.) —Glen Starkey

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THE GREATEST SHOWMAN

What’s it rated? PG What’s it worth? Rental Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy First-time director Michael Gracey helms The Greatest Showman, an original, straightto-screen musical inspired by the life of P.T. Barnum (played here by Hugh Jackman) and the formation of the Barnum and Bailey Circus. The film never claims to be wholly factual and only uses the aspects of Barnum’s life that fit into its desired rags-to-riches structure. Overall, The Greatest Showman is a mixed bag full of flawed and fun moments alike. It’s hard to tell how serious it takes itself at times, but the best parts are the unashamedly cheesy ones. And I really wish it embraced that cheesiness more—it could have been grater. (139 min.) —Caleb Wiseblood

At the Movies Though Harding was the first American woman to complete a triple axel in competition, her legacy was forever defined by her association with an infamous, ill conceived, and even more poorly executed attack on fellow Olympic competitor Nancy Kerrigan (Caitlin Carver). The cast is rounded out with a mustachioed Sebastian Stan as Harding’s impetuous ex-husband Jeff Gillooly and Allison Janney as her acid-tongued mother, LaVona Golden. Here’s the gist of the scandal for viewers who may not remember: leading up to the 1994 Olympics, Tonya’s ex-husband Jeff and his friend Shawn Eckhardt (Paul Walter Houser) conspired to hire another guy to hit Harding’s competitor Kerrigan in the back of the knees with a metal pipe. Harding’s involvement in or awareness of this plan varies depending on whose story you believe. Working off a reality that is already pretty out there, I, Tonya presents a dramatic mocku-mentary retelling of these real life events. The screenplay is closely inspired by interviews done with the real people involved in the saga, including Tonya herself. The result is spellbinding. Gillespie and Rogers succeed in not only giving us a peek into Harding’s formative years and mind, they pull the whole dang curtain back on the admittedly messed up world of competitive ice-skating. Robbie brings a fiery intensity to the complex Tonya that will surely land her an Oscar. By the time the credits roll, you may or may not be on Tonya’s side, but odds are you’ll empathize with the self-proclaimed redneck who really never got a fair shake at much in life. The tragic thing about Tonya is I think she could have persevered past the personal stuff in her life, but it was the U.S. Figure Skating Association’s rejection that really got to her. We see a glimmer of hope when a young Tonya falls in love with Jeff, but a few months in he starts beating her. The two eventually marry when Tonya is just 19, setting the stage for Harding to leave Jeff time and time again, even reuniting with her abuser after divorcing him. Upon confronting a judge about her skating scores, Harding is told that she just doesn’t have the wholesome family image the association is looking for. In the smallest, saddest voice, Harding responds with, “Why can’t it just be about the skating?” I want to take a moment to remind everyone that Tonya was the first woman in the U.S. and the

second in the world, to land a triple axel. Girl had skills. But what audiences came for is the sheer madness that unfolds in the second half of the film. After a threat is called into the ice skating rink where Tonya is set to compete, Jeff has the bright idea to send anonymous, threatening letters to Nancy to throw her off her game. Jeff’s BFF/Tonya’s bodyguard Shaun somehow gets involved and takes over, hiring two of his guys. A bad idea turns into an even worse idea, and things spin wildly out of control, but the most unbelievable aspect of this tabloid tale is just how much the story’s villains accomplished, in spite of crippling stupidity. I, Tonya takes someone from popular culture we thought we had the measure of, and throws all of our ideas out the window. (119 min.) —Ryah Cooley

turns into Ruby Roundhouse (Karen Gillan). She’s a martial artist and dance fighter. With their new personas, the group must learn to work together to return the jewel known as the Jaguar’s Eye to the jaguar statue. This film does what many remakes fail to do, which is successfully entertain its audience. These actors did a hilarious job delivering as prepubescent teenagers in way over their heads. Johnson and Hart bounce off each other perfectly—no I’m not tired of the height difference jokes; it worked out well here. Outlandish Black can hold his own in a scene, and newcomer Gillian hilariously portrays a geeky teenager. I was laughing nonstop throughout the film. (112 min.) —Karen Garcia

JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE

What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full Price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre Writer-director Greta Gerwig helms this coming of age story about high schooler Christine “Lady Bird” McPherson (Saoirse Ronan) over the 2002-03 school year in Sacramento, exploring her difficult relationship with her mother Marion (Laurie Metcalf) and others in her life. (93 min.) —Glen Starkey

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THE CROWN (Season Two) When? 2017 What’s it rated? TV-MA Where’s it available? Streaming on Netflix

f the impending nuptials of Prince Harry and Megan Markle seem just too far away to beat, never fear, season two of Netflix’s The Crown is here to give us our royal fix while we wait. PHOTO COURTESY OF NETFLIX

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INSIDIOUS: THE LAST KEY

What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Sunset Drive In Adam Robitel helms the fourth entry of the Insidious series, with Insidious: Chapter 3 director Leigh Whannell providing the script, centering around parapsychologist Elise Rainier (Lin Shaye) and her continued voyage into the “further.” (103 min.) —Universal Pictures

I, TONYA

What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full Price Where’s it showing? Galaxy From director Craig Gillespie (Lars and the Real Girl, The Finest Hours) and writer Steven Rogers (P.S. I love You, Friday Night Lights) comes I, Tonya, based on unbelievable, but true events. This film is a darkly comedic tale of American figure skater, Tonya Harding (Margot Robbie), and one of the most sensational scandals in sports history.

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ROYAL Season two of Netflix’s The Crown takes viewers several decades further into the lives of Queen Elizabeth II (Claire Foy, right); Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh (Matt Smith, left); and the rest of the royal family.

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What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full Price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy With Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, we see an old game through new lenses. In present day, we have a group of four archetypal teenagers. You know, similar to The Breakfast Club you’ve got the nerd Spencer (Alex Wolff), his former best-friendturned-jock Fridge (Ser’Darius Blain), a selfabsorbed popular Bethany (Madison Iseman), and smart girl Martha (Morgan Turner) who’s a little salty about her peers. The crew gets detention in an abandoned classroom filled with old-school memorabilia. That’s where the unlikely group finds Jumanji (this time in video game form). Once the game is plugged in and rebooting, the kids are sucked into the console, entering the Jumanji world. But there’s a catch: They have assumed the bodies of their avatars. This is where the fun really starts. Spencer turns into Dr. Smolder Bravestone (Dwayne Johnson). His weakness: He has none. Fridge turns into Franklin “Mouse” Finbar (Kevin Hart). You can only guess where the nickname comes from. Notorious hottie Bethany turns into the nerdy, male Professor “Shelly” Oberon (Jack Black), a cartographer, cryptographer, archaeologist, and paleontologist. Shy Martha

HOSTILES

What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy Set in 1892, Hostiles tells the story of a legendary Army captain (Christian Bale), who after stern resistance, reluctantly agrees to escort a dying Cheyenne war chief (Wes Studi) and his family back to tribal lands. Making the harrowing and perilous journey from Fort Berringer, an isolated Army outpost in New Mexico, to the grasslands of Montana, the former rivals encounter a young widow (Rosamund Pike), whose family was murdered on the plains. Together, they must join forces to overcome the punishing landscape, hostile Comanche, and vicious outliers that they encounter along the way. (135 min.) —Entertainment Studios Motion Pictures

LADY BIRD

The historical drama picks up where the first season left off, in the late 1950s. There’s a lot to tackle here, but themes that stick out this season include scandal, Buckingham Palace fighting the tide of change, colonialism, infidelity, and childhood trauma. Ah, royals. They’re just like us. Like many period pieces, The Crown can only go so far story wise, which makes it all the more interesting that a large part of this season chose to focus on the rumor that Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, cheated on Queen Elizabeth II (Claire Foy). Because the rumors were never fully substantiated, the show can only heavily imply that maybe something was going on. A heartbreakingly confrontational scene in which Foy leaves behind the façade as queen to confront Philip as a wife still leaves it unclear whether Philip flirted with the line or flat out crossed it. At a minimum, you’ll walk away with the impression that young Philip was something of a cad who should have been grateful that Elizabeth ever bothered with him despite his Nazi-ass family. And in season one, while the royal children were merely pudgy props, this season they have actual limbs and lines. Prince Charles (Billy Jenkins) even gets a whole story line about his fraught relationship with his father, Philip. While real life Charles kind of sucks and didn’t deserve Lady Diane at all, this season sheds some light on how he came to be the person he is today. And who could forget the edgy, good time gal, Princess Margaret (Vanessa Kirby)? After her sister, the queen, refuses to let her marry the love of her life in season one since he was

GEOSTORM What’s it rated? PG-13 Should I rent it? Don’t bother

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What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Sunset Drive In, Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy In the epic finale to the Maze Runner saga, Thomas (Dylan O’Brien) leads his group of escaped Gladers on their final and most dangerous mission yet. To save their friends, they must break into the legendary Last City, a WCKD-controlled labyrinth that may turn out to be the deadliest maze of all and get answers to the questions the Gladers have been asking since they first arrived in the maze. (114 min.) —20th Century Fox

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Chef Giovanni’s divorced, Margaret spends much of season two boozing and sassing it up. It’s interesting to see the repeated theme of the royal family (and fine, society at large, too) treating divorce like a cancer, when in present day, Prince Harry’s soon-to-be wife is divorced herself. Despite her serious “always a bridesmaid, never a bride” vibes and a failed almost engagement to an absolute twat, Margaret manages to find love with someone the palace inevitably digs up some dirt on, leaving Elizabeth once more in the unenviable position of deciding whether to compromise the image of the crown or break her sister’s heart again. While Foy and the rest of the cast have done an impeccable job of embodying real people (some of whom are still alive today), the nature of The Crown jumping decades every few seasons means that season three will have an entirely new cast, so that the characters we’ve come to love can age accordingly without massive amounts of makeup or CGI. The interwebs are abuzz with talk of Olivia Colman reportedl y taking over as Queen Elizabeth II and Helena Bonham Carter as Princess Margaret. While filming has yet to begin, fans can look for the new season to drop sometime late this year (10, 60-minute episodes). Δ —Ryah Cooley

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PADDINGTON 2

What’s it rated? PG Where’s it showing? Galaxy While searching for the perfect present for his beloved Aunt Lucy’s (Imelda Staunton) hundredth birthday, Paddington (Ben Whishaw) spots a unique pop-up book in Mr. Gruber’s (Jim Broadbent) antique shop, and embarks upon a series of odd jobs to buy it. But when the book is stolen, it’s up to Paddington and the Brown family to unmask the thief. (105 min.) —Warner Bros. Pictures

THE POST

What’s it rated? PG-13 What’s it worth? Full Price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10, Bay, Park, Galaxy Steven Spielberg (Jaws, The Color Purple, Schindler’s List, Saving Private Ryan, Lincoln) directs this true story about Kay Graham (Meryl Streep), the first female newspaper publisher, and tenacious editor Ben Bradlee (Tom Hanks), who join forces to reveal a government cover-up spanning five presidencies. Written by Liz Hannah and Josh Singer, the film also stars Sarah Paulson as Tony Bradlee, Bob Odenkirk as Ben Bagdikian, Tracy Letts as Fritz Beebe, Bradley Whitford as Arthur Parsons, Bruce Greenwood as Robert McNamara, and Matthew Rhys as famed whistleblower Daniel Ellsberg. Like All the President’s Men (1976), The Paper (1994), and the documentary Page One (2011), The Post celebrates the Fourth Estate, reminding viewers that—as Justice Hugo Black said—“The press was to serve the governed, not the governors.” In addition to being a story about the importance of journalism, it’s also a story of the burgeoning feminist movement and one woman’s struggle to keep her family paper afloat. It’s the early ’70s and Nixon is president; his actual tapes are used in the film, lending an important element of realism. Kay Graham works in a man’s world. She’s

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frequently the only woman in a room full of men, and though they know she’s the boss, she’s second guessed and pandered too. Her sphere of influence reaches a fevered pitch when her paper feels like it’s playing catch-up to the New York Times, which is publishing the so-called Pentagon Papers, which chronicle an ongoing government cover-up about the Vietnam War. When the Justice Department brings a court injunction against the Times, threatening criminal charges if they continue to publish, The Post gets a shot at continuing to tell truth to power when its investigative journalist Ben Bagdikian gets ahold of Daniel Ellsberg’s papers. Kay knows if she publishes, The Post may fall to criminal charges. Spielberg is a superlative director, not as showy as some, but great at building tension in the small moments and letting his actors carry the weight of scenes, and what amazing actors! Streep is a revelation, displaying Kay’s internal struggle with the lightest of expressions, yet we know exactly what she’s going through. Hanks plays Bradlee with the brash confidence of someone more committed to journalistic integrity than with keeping his job. As far as The Post is concerned, I see Oscar nominations on the horizon. This is great filmmaking! (116 min.) —Glen Starkey

THE SHAPE OF WATER

What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full Price Where’s it showing? The Palm, Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy Elisa (Sally Hawkins) is a lonely mute who works as a janitor in a high-security government laboratory in 1962 Baltimore. For 10 years she’s walked and cleaned the halls of the facility with her friend Zelda (Octavia Spencer), with Zelda doing all of the talking about her hardworking, yet lazy, husband. Men, am I right? Every day Elisa sticks to her routine: take a shower, polish her shoes, make lunch as well as a meal for her neighbor and friend Giles (Richard Jenkins), and then catch the

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bus to work. While she can’t say anything, her actions make up for the silence—she also communicates using sign language— and she’s a thoughtful individual. She often spends her time scanning the TV Guide with Giles, a closeted gay man, and watching old films with elaborate tales of love, something both are yearning for. Her life takes a turn when she and Zelda are called into a room to clean up a bloody mess created by “the asset” (Doug Jones), at least that’s what the scientists and government officials are calling it. The asset is a scaled creature from South Africa that now resides in a water tank against its will. Elisa is drawn to the creature, maybe because she too is an outsider in the world that she lives in. She forms a bond with the creature that feels more like love than friendship. But her days of sharing hardboiled eggs for lunch and listening to her vinyl record player are numbered; the very fate of the creature is on the line. The film also has Del Toro’s signature, uniquely horrifying creatures, hence the asset with his scaly body and fish-like eyes. But while he’s a bit scary to look at, he has the emotions and thoughts that any human would. That’s what Elisa is drawn to, especially since they both can’t talk. Elisa takes comfort in this creature because he can’t see that she’s different from other humans. It’s a beautifully told film of finding some sort of compassion in an otherwise mundane world. What I loved about The Shape of Water is that it’s very whimsical. It reminds me of Amelie, a simple individual living an extraordinary life without her knowledge. Hawkins does an amazing job of portraying this shy woman fierce enough to overstep boundaries for a noble cause. Don’t get me wrong, this isn’t just a love story, guys; there’s also plenty of action and drama to keep you on your toes. I’ll leave you with this: The end was a splashing twist that I wasn’t predicting at all. (123 min.) —Karen Garcia

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endeavor is complicated by the fact that the so-called Northern Alliance isn’t much of an alliance, and Gen. Dostrum and his warlord counterparts are as likely to fight each other as their shared enemy the Taliban. It’s worth noting, by the way, that in our politically correct world where it’s hard to find an un-offensive and unambiguous movie enemy, the Taliban are the perfect foil. They’re evil, and it’s easy to root for them to get blown to smithereens. Also, unlike most of the best war films, 12 Strong isn’t antiwar. The 12 soldiers are righteous patriots, and the Taliban deserves every headshot and blown-up tank they get. Yes, the film is jingoistic claptrap, but if you want to get your juices flowing and take your mind off all of the U.S.’s many misguided and unnecessary wars, 12 Strong ought to do the trick. It feels like we’re fighting the good fight. The story is rousing for a number of reasons. For one, the U.S. Army wasn’t really prepared to fight in Afghanistan, and soldiers had to order their own cold weather gear from Cabela’s, so these soldiers feel very gung-ho. After they’re airlifted into the war zone, they discover that Gen. Dostrum and his militia are on horseback going up against tanks and missiles. Nelson and his men, most unfamiliar with horses, will have to ride into battle; these guys will adapt to the conditions they encounter. They’re also grossly outnumbered, so they’re badasses. What the Americans do have is the ability to call in precision airstrikes, and they do—a lot of them. What 12 Strong depicts is one of the U.S.’s most amazing and unlikely military victories. The film’s not interested in the larger ramifications of war. In fact, it barely touches on the psychological consequences of combat, and it’s certainly not interested in the pros and cons of American neocolonialism and “nation building.” However, if you want to see some heroic Green Berets get some much-deserved payback for 9/11, strap in and take the ride. (130 min.) ∆ —Glen Starkey

dying,” “And still no arrests?” and “How come, Chief Willoughby?” The writing is impeccably sharp, with searing lines thrown in at the most emotionally potent moments, and yet, there are so many laugh-out-loud moments, too, in this film that deals rather heavily in anger and sorrow. The acting is superb, particularly performances from McDormand, who plays Mildred as hardened and determined to find justice, and Harrelson as the seemingly hick police chief creates so much nuance and depth for his character. And yet, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri requires being OK with swallowing a hefty dose of imaginative realism. (115 min.) —Ryah Cooley

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What’s it rated? PG What’s it worth? Matinee Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy Producer Jerry Bruckheimer (Armageddon, Pearl Harbor, Black Hawk Down) is known for backing big, bombastic films, but director Nicolai Fuglsig’s 12 Strong isn’t quite as obnoxious as many of Bruckheimer’s previous movies. Instead, this film adaptation of Doug Stanton’s book, Horse Soldiers, about the true story of a Special Forces team that joins Afghanistan’s Northern Alliance in the war against the Taliban, allows viewers to breathe a little between explosions. In fact, it begins rather quietly by establishing the family lives of the various soldiers, especially Capt. Mitch Nelson (Chris Hemsworth) and his second in command Hal Spencer (Michael Shannon). They think their warrior days are behind them, but then 9/11 occurs, and suddenly they find their 12-man squad chosen to be the first American forces set loose in Afghanistan. Most of their squad members are anonymously interchangeable though Michael Peña as Sam Diller and Trevante Rhodes as Ben Milo stand out. Their mission is to join up with local warlord Gen. Dostrum (Navid Negahban), a fierce warrior with a grudge against Taliban leader Mullah Razzan (Numan Acar). Their

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What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full Price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri is one shape-shifter of a movie. Is it a comedy, tragedy, or quest for vengeance, redemption, and catharsis? Director/writer Martin McDonagh (The Guard) manages to convince you it’s all of the above. We’re dropped late into the aftermath of mother Mildred Hayes’ (Frances McDormand, Hail, Caesar!, Moonrise Kingdom) grief and pain. Months have gone by since her daughter Angela (Kathryn Newton) was viciously raped and murdered while walking home one night in their small town. Still, local law enforcement has made no arrests and doesn’t even have any suspects. While driving down a forgotten road just outside Ebbing, Mildred gets and idea and proceeds to march into town and pay for three billboards in a row painted red with big black letters that say “Raped while

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flip-flops. It’s beautiful up here, and from the tippy-top at Grubbs View, we see people heading off on the trails into the wilderness. We check out the views down in the valley—the various desert cities, the wind farm, some blue lagoons—and go to the Lookout Lounge for bloody marys and grab some clam chowder from Pines Café. Hey, don’t judge! We’re on vacation! Later that night, we drive into Palm Springs to meet our dear friend Joanie at Stacy’s, a piano bar in the gay area of town. Singer and pianist Tommy Dodson is tickling the ivories and singing silky smooth covers of R&B hits. Joanie tells us that Stacy’s is the place to start the night but that she’ll end up at the Blackbook or Hunters later. Everyone’s super friendly and apparently I’d make a passable “bear,” which according to Wikipedia is “often a larger, hairier man who projects an image of rugged masculinity.” Mm, rugged! “You’re tearing me apart, Joanie!” I’m driving, so Anna and I finish up our second round and head back to the condo to get some sleep before our drive home. My in-laws arrive at the condo tomorrow for the Palm Springs International Film Festival, so we need to make it spick and span before we leave. On Saturday morning we take another soak, we clean, we leave Anna’s mom a couple of beers in the fridge, and we eat one final Palm Springs meal at a Belgian place called Si Bon, then we hit the road for the long, boring drive home, where we quote The Room and dream of retirement. Δ Glen Starkey is New Times’ senior staff writer. Contact him at gstarkey@ newtimesslo.com.

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t’s Tuesday, Jan. 2, and my wife, Anna, and I are trying to get on the road to Palm Springs—Rancho Mirage specifically—where we plan to vacation until Saturday in my wife’s grandparents’ swanky sixth floor apartment in the Desert Island Condominiums on Frank Sinatra Drive. We’re talking lush white carpets, copious mirrors, and saucy naked lady paintings in the bedrooms. Yeah, we’re posh like that. I won’t bore you with the drive, which is boring, but we arrive, and after stopping for groceries at Gelson’s (OK, we need cold beer, but we get bagels for breakfast too!), we hit the condo, grab our suits and towels, and head to the Jacuzzi. Ah! Let the relaxation begin! The next morning we awake to a spectacular, eye-popping sunrise! Then we do practically nothing. I won’t lie to you. The days go slowly in the Sonoran Desert. We have time to put a puzzle together. I find that whenever we drive somewhere, I have to keep checking my speed … because I’m driving too slow! The place is filled with retirees with no place to go and all day to get there, and it’s easy to drift into the glacial pace. Around lunch we eat at delicious Piero PizzaVino, and later that night we watch The Room, the so-called “Best Worst Movie Ever Made,” which was the subject of James Franco’s recent The Disaster Artist. We laugh our asses off and spend the rest of our vacation quoting the film’s most ridiculous lines. “I did not hit her! I did naaaaught … oh hi, Mark.” “You’re tearing me apart, Lisa!” “I definitely have breast cancer.” On Thursday we’re determined to be more

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erriam-Webster’s definition of “nourish” is simple, but totally incomplete: To “nurture,” or “promote the growth of.” Kind of vague, no? Of course, it is what we shine our attention on that will grow, and manifest, in our lives. With this definition in mind, you could either “nourish” good habits or bad. At the start of the New Year, we all have the best intentions for boosting our health and wellness. We promise ourselves so much, yet tend to execute so little. What stands in the way of achieving these lifelong health goals? I’d argue it’s a simple word: “flavor.” Actually, I’d add “creativity” to the mix, too. How many kale salads—as great as that particular kale salad may be—can you eat before you say, “screw it,” and dive head-first into a weeklong pizza bender (the dippingeach-bite-in-Ranch-dressing-kind)? By now, we all know that working out is actually a smaller (yet important) percentage of cultivating a truly healthy lifestyle. Diet—the fuel we put into our bodies day in and day out—tends to help or hinder us most. The folks at Nourish understand this. That’s why this sleek grab-and-go eatery—located in downtown SLO just next door to Granada Hotel and Bistro— is always featuring something new and nourishing in its shiny deli case. “We wanted to make the food fast and accessible. A lot of people want to eat healthy, and they want to do so every day, and they want healthy, delicious food you can get excited about, grab quickly, and go,” Granada General Manager Eva Morales said. Yes, you can easily get your order in and get on with your life. Want to chill longer? Snag a table either in the cozy dining room or head next door and sprawl out on Granada’s swanky outdoor patio. The first thing I noticed upon entering Granada’s newest sister spot? The vibrant colors beaming from behind the glass. Green leafy loveliness; tender whole grains; plump legumes; and choice, fresh carved meats beckoned. Plus, there’s actually bread! Glutenfree and old-school varieties (with all the gluten) too. Nourish has its own take on breakfast and lunch, and it’s not what you might expect from your typical “health food” establishment. That’s because it’s not a health food establishment. A.m. meals include the requisite smoothies (“green,” “immune,” “blueberry coconut”), but breakfast might be as hefty as an egg sandwich with choice of glutenfree or Breaking Bread levain and local farm eggs, house-cured bacon, heirloom tomato, goat cheese, and spicy greens. Oatmeal hounds (that’s me!) must

FAST, FEEL-GOOD FOOD Nourish in downtown SLO is all about health food that doesn’t bore, from the “green eggs and grains bowl” to Moroccan eggs and daily toast topped with rotating seasonal ingredients on artisanal bread. A daily carvery menu also offers braised local proteins, while the signature “nourish bowl” satisfies with lentils, spinach, yams, chutney, spicy sauce, and quinoa.

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Nourish is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The restaurant is located at 1126 Morro St. next to Granada Hotel and Bistro, which offers small plates from 3 to 5 p.m. daily and dinner service from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 5 to 11 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. New Nourish customers can get 20 percent off their first meal through the end of the year. Go to nourishslo.com for more information.

try an already cult fave: Maple quinoa granola, served with organic milk or almond milk, and topped with your preference of fruit, Straus yogurt, or chia pudding. Lunch might be a bowl packed with red lentils, spinach, yams, chutney, spicy sauce, quinoa, and a fried egg; a “daily sandwich” made lovingly with local market produce, house pickles, and roasted meat; or a refreshing noodle salad with shrimp, daikon, Fresno chiles, fresh

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herbs, and fish sauce vinaigrette. Morales said the idea for Nourish sprung from a re-tool of Granada’s former lunch offerings. The restaurant found that although dinner and weekend brunch service was popular, a sit-down lunch just wasn’t what most locals were looking for day to day. “Monday through Friday, locals aren’t necessarily looking for a long leisurely lunch. We feel the Nourish concept is more what people are looking for: Grab

breakfast on your way to work. Have a breakfast meeting here before you head to work. Most people don’t have an hour and a half to sit down and eat lunch. We want to fit into your schedule and serve the community,” she added. You might recognize Granada newcomer Chef Roxanne Lapuyade from her former restaurant, Roxanne’s Cafe, which operated behind Smiling Dog Yoga in SLO for six years before closing about a year ago. Her résumé also includes stints as the produce manager for SLO Natural Foods Co-op, an assistant pastry chef at Honeymoon Café in Pismo Beach, and sous chef at Thomas Hill Organics in Paso Robles, where she worked alongside Nourish’s other culinary half, Chef Kenny Bigwood (he helms Granada’s dinner service at the Bistro). Sure, you can still get Roxanne’s Cafe’s famous “Ro-boats”: Romain lettuce topped with citrus cashew spread, mango, avocado, cabbage, and carrots, but the rest of the menu is a collaboration between the two chefs. In this way, it’s about so much more than offering gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and paleo options. It’s about offering up a diversity of food that you’d actually want to eat, again and again. FLAVOR continued page 48

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“We want to offer something for everyone, and we include meat, organic chicken, wild salmon—which can be added to a vegan salad,” Lapuyade said. “We roast all our meats the day of and then use them to create seasonal soups, sandwiches. This food is satisfying, really a combination of flavors.” Partner-in-crime Bigwood brings his own flare, including a classic house habanero carrot hot sauce and a knack for “upping the ante” on umami, funk, and pickled flavors. “I’m the health food person, I like the vegetables—they really get me going,” Lapuyade said. “Kenny is all about using every single part of the ingredient and he loves making cured things and sauces. We really push and pull each other.” Try the broccoli salad, if it’s still available (recipes change as quick as the seasons). This is a perfect example of how health consciousness, a respect for good quality produce, and fearless creativity can make us actually want to nourish those good habits on a regular basis. “When developing the recipe, it was a back and forth. He’d say, ‘Let’s try pickled onions on it,’ and I’d say, ‘It already has sweetness on it, no.’ Then, I’d try it his way, and Eva would try it, and we’d all agree,’” Lapuyade said. Next, Bigwood suggested adding dukka, an Egyptian spice blend loaded with a unique combination of coarsely ground toasted seeds and nuts. Lapuyade, the veggie purist, nearly flipped her lid. Isn’t this how all great artistic duos push the boundary of their art? “I tried it and thought, ‘Wow. That’s a nice crunch,’ ” the chef said with a laugh. “Now, people want to eat it every day.” ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain has been on a weeklong pizza bender. She can be reached at hthoms@newtimesslo.com.

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Hop on this gravy train before it chugs away from the station! The San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum is hosting a unique Art After Dark event this Feb. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. and guess what? It’s totally, 100 percent, not-even-joking free! Not much is truly free in this topsyturvy world, especially “date night.” Grab your sweetie and come hungry, because this opening event welcomes the joint participation of some of the Railroad Historic District’s most beloved dining venues, including Bon Temps Creole Café, Café Roma, Del Monte Café, My Thai Restaurant, and Sally Loo’s Café. This diverse selection of eateries—all of them steps away from the museum— will provide tantalizing appetizers and sampler platters for you to nosh on while you fill up on culture galore. Check out a slew of eye-opening paintings as well as an old-school photo slide show and large screen video projection showing experimental video art. Enticed? Coupled with the ample, (free) parking, this will probably be the easiest thing you choochoo-choose to do in 2018. For more information contact SLO Railroad Museum at (805) 548-1894 or go to slorrm.com. ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain is rolling into date night on a train. Send your favorite spots to hthomas@newtimesslo.com.

H ayley’s Bites Surfin’ uSA Beachfront beauty: Pismo Beach’s newest lodging option, Inn at the Pier, opens next month. What does that mean for you? Well, locals can now chomp on light and shareable bites with ocean views at the inn’s rooftop poolside lounge (the full bar serves cocktails, craft brews, and Central Coast wines alongside seasonally driven small plates. Stop in for brunch, happy hour, or an evening nightcap with never ending views of the sunset, sea, and sky (theinnatthepier.com) … SLO County January Restaurant Month isn’t just about getting insane deals on good food throughout the region—although there are tons of deals worthy of drooling over (you’ve dined already, yes?). Just a note for those seeking a sweet escape: Locals can also get in on awesome lodging discounts in culinary coastal destinations like Cambria, Morro bay, Avila Beach (go to visitsanluisobispocounty.com/deals to book a much-needed staycation).

DiStilleD AnD chilleD Fog rolls in: Los Osos is home to a new distillery and it’s shrouded in a thick misty later of mystery! Find out all about the new Foggy Bottom Distillery for yourself with a whiskey tasting. The new hangout is located at 905 Los Osos Valley Road, suite B, and is open Saturday and Sunday with bottles for purchase available, too (visit Foggy Bottom brewery on Facebook for more details)! … Every Friday through Sunday in January, clink glasses at Red Soles Winery in Paso Robles, where there is more than just wine being passed around. The “cocktail of the month” event features an ever-changing sample of Red Soles’ newest house distilled cocktail along with a wine tasting, too. This month’s cocktail preview? Orange, spice, and a kick of cold brew coffee syrup (redsoleswinery.com).

Vino ViVAciouS! Crash course: Wanna be a winemaker for a day? Who wouldn’t? It’s a lot less work when you’re only making one bottle! Blend your own wine like a pro and enjoy consuming it by lunchtime at Mitchella Vineyard and Winery’s newest seminar series. (Next class is Jan. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Go to travelpaso.com for tickets and info; 2525 Mitchell Ranch Way, Paso Robles) … Thomas Hill Organics in downtown Paso Robles is throwing a Best of the Central Coast winemaker dinner this Feb. 1 at 6:30 p.m. featuring J. Lohr, Niven Family, Halter Ranch, and Tablas Creek wines. This fourcourse feast is all about winter greens, choice meats, and full glasses for joyful toasting (for reservations, call (805) 226-5888). ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain still wants to hear your best bites for the new year. Send suggestions to hthomas@newtimesslo.com.

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LegaL Notices PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: TEOFILA JURILLA CACAYURAN CASE NUMBER: 18PR - 0015

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: TEOFILA JURILLA CACAYURAN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CRISTINA ARONSOHN in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that CRISTINA ARONSOHN 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: MARCH 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

LegaL Notices 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 Avenue, Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 January 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2018-0059 OLD FILE NO. 2017-0759 NORDIC BUILDERS, 2467 Tierra Dr., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 03-21-2017. The following person

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Follow On Social Media LegaL Notices has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Jimmy Randeen (2467 Tierra Dr., Los Osos, CA 93402) This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Jimmy Randeen. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-08-2018. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By R. Parashis, Deputy Clerk. January 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2018-0182 OLD FILE NO. 2015-2217 VINTAGE REAL ESTATE CENTRAL COAST, 195 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 0901-2015. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Angela D. Langston (4013 Rinker Way, Bakersfield, CA 93309) This business was conducted by An Individual /s/ Angela D. Langston. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-2018. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By A. Bautista, Deputy Clerk. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (NúMERO DEL CASO): 17LC-0196

NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): ANITA P SOWELU, an indivdiual YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the

LegaL Notices information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica 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 pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios

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de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión 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 poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): San Luis Obispo County Superior Court, 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): Jeffery Mukai (State Bar #: 273338), Collection At Law, Inc., A.P.C. 3835 E. Thousand Oaks Bl. #R349, Westlake Village, CA 91362, (818) 716-7630 DATE (Fecha): 3/21/2017 Michael Powell, Clerk (Secretario), by Matthew Zapada, Deputy (Adjunto) (SEAL) 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8/18 CNS-3088509# NEW TIMES

SUMMONS(FAMILY LAw) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT(NAME): JESSE PEAY YOU hAVE BEEN SUED. READ ThE INFORMATION BELOw AND ON ThE NExT PAgE. PETITIONER’S NAME IS: ChRISTINA PEAY CASE NUMBER: 17 FLP 0391

You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association.

LegaL Notices passport for those minor children without the prior written consent of the other party or an order of the court; 2. cashing, borrowing against, canceling, transferring, disposing of, or changing the beneficiaries of any insurance or other coverage, including life, health, automobile, and disability, held for the benefit of the parties and their minor children; 3. transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing, or in any way disposing of any property, real or personal, whether community, quasi-community, or separate, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life; and 4. creating a nonprobate transfer or modifying a nonprobate transfer in a manner that affects the disposition of property subject to the transfer, without the written consent of the other party or an order of the court. Before revocation of a nonprobate transfer can take effect or a right of survivorship to property can be eliminated, notice of the change must be filed and served on the other party. You must notify each other of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five business days prior to incurring these extraordinary expenditures and account to the court for all extraordinary expenditures made after these restraining order are effective. However, you may use community property, quasicommunity property, or you own separate property to pay an attorney to help you or to pay court costs.

NOTICE-RESTRAINING ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in INFORMACalifornia by any law enforcement WARNING-IMPORTANT officer who has received or seen a TION California law provides that, for purcopy of them. poses of division of property upon FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the fil- dissolution of a marriage or domesing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver tic partnership or upon legal separaform. The court may order you to tion, property acquired by the parpay back all or part of the fees and ties during a marriage or domestic costs that the court waived for you partnership in joint form is presumed to be community property. If either or the other party. party to this action should die before PAGE 2: STANDARD FAMILY LAW RE- the jointly held community property is divided, the language in the deed STRAINING ORDERS Starting immediately, you and your that characterizes how title is held spouse or domestic partner are re- (i.e., joint tenancy, tenants in common, or community property) will be strained from: 1. removing the minor controlling, and not the community children of the parties from the state property presumption. You should or applying for a new or replacement consult your attorney if you want the community property presumption to

LegaL Notices be written into the recorded title to the property. 1. The name and address of the court are: Superior Court – State of California 901 Park Street Paso Robles, CA 93446 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or petitioner without an attorney are: Stephen C. Hosford 641 Higuera Street, Suite 220 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Date: 09/06/2017 /s/Michael Powell, Clerk, by /s/ C.M. Kastner, Deputy Clerk January 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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LegaL Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2982 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/11/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: FAHY DI SANTO CERAMICS, 1839 Locust Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Eva Katherine Di Santo (1627 Nipomo Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), Rose Yvonne Yuhaz-Fahy (1839 Locust Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Eva Di Santo, Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-11-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, TJ. Blandford, Deputy. Exp.12-11-22. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2994 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/15/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: FIT REPUBLIC, 8665 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Pleasanton Fitness LLC (101 E. Vineyard Ave. Ste. 201, Livermore, CA 94550). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Pleasanton Fitness LLC, Managing Member, Sanjiv Chopra. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-1217. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, TJ. Blandford, Deputy. Exp.12-12-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3001 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/12/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SLO WAVE ACUPUNCTURE, 1124 Nipomo St., Unit C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kenneth James Drake (563 Bakeman Ln., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kenneth Drake. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-12-17. 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. Exp.1212-22. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3086 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/15/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SUNSHINE SOUNDS, 381 Woodland Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Elizabeth Avila (381 Woodland Drive, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Elizabeth Avila. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-19-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 12-19-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3093 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: KNOCKERBALL SLO, 239 Surf Street, F, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Christony Productions LLC (239 Surf Street, F, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Christony Productions LLC, William Harris-Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-19-17. 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. Exp.12-19-22. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-3095 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/19/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SLO GROW COMPANY, SLO GROW CO, 3460 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Robert J. Farino, Tiffany J. Farino (250 Ferrini Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Robert Farino. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-19-17. 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. Exp.12-1922. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3152 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/26/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: REAL WORLD GLOBES, 1127 Las Tunas Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Douglas Balfour Rogers (1127 Las Tunas Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Douglas Balfour Rogers. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-26-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp.12-26-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3171 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/22/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: COLOMBO FAMILY FARMS LLC, 4440 Calf Canyon Hwy, Creston, CA 93432. San Luis Obispo County. Colombo Family Farms LLC (4440 Calf Canyon Hwy, Creston, CA 93432). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Colombo Family Farms LLC, Roger Colombo, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-28-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp.12-28-22. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2018-0001 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: RJ HAYDON MANAGEMENT SERVICES, 106 Quail Ridge Court, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Richard John Haydon (106 Quail Ridge Court, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Richard John Haydon. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, TJ. Blandford, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3126 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CONNECT BE WELL, 2010 Royal Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Ana F. O’Sullivan (84 Palomar Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405), Kerri Mahoney (2010 Royal Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A Copartnership /s/ Ana O’Sullivan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-21-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 12-21-22. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3160 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SUNROOMS PLUS, 1012 E. Grand Avenue, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Team-System Corp (848 Covington Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Team-System Corp, Reginald D. Johnson, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-2717. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp.12-27-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3173 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: FLYTHISSIM TECHNOLOGIES INC, 3534 Empleo, Ste. B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Flythissim Technologies Inc (PO Box 80952, Lincoln, NE 68501). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Flythissim Technologies Inc, Eric Paton, Director of Production. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-28-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp.12-28-22. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0006 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/02/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: RG FIELD SERVICES, 1405 Longbranch Ave. Apt. D, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Raymond Grieco (1405 Longbranch Ave. Apt. D, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Raymond Grieco, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-02-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-02-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-3134 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: FULL CIRCLE AIKIDO 2, 191 S. Oak Park Blvd. Suite 8, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Teresa Marie Yelland-Mitchell (140 N. Elm St. Apt. 2, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Teresa Marie Yelland-Mitchell. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-22-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 12-22-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-3161 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/11/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: DISABILITY ACCESS AND ACCOMMODATION PROFESSIONALS, 1415 Morro St. #3, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Disability Access and Accommodation Professionals (1415 Morro St. #3, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ John Duffy. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-27-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 12-27-22. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-3139 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: METHODIST EPISCOPAL SOUTH: OBVIATION, Santa Rosa Creek Rd. & Main Street, Cambria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Bridget Mae Cullen, Edward Donald Molinari (274 S. Higuera St. SPC 2, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Edward D. Molinari. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-2217. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp.12-22-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3164 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/27/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: PARALLEL 35 EVENTS, 5838 Pebble Beach Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Tressa L. Giese (, 5838 Pebble Beach Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tressa L. Giese. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-2717. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, I. Diaz, Deputy. Exp.1227-22. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-3144 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/01/2009) New Filing The following person is doing business as: KARPCO MARKETING, GLITTER FARMS, 30 Chuparrosa Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Joseph A. Karp (30 Chuparrosa Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joseph A. Karp, Jr., Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-26-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp.12-26-22. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-3151 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: STANDING MAN MUSIC, 1660 Nasella Ln., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Kendall Lee Lewis (1660 Nasella Ln., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kendall Lee Lewis. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-26-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 12-26-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3175 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: E AERO, 1702 Devaul Ranch Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Eric Paton, Neil Paton (1702 Devaul Ranch Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Eric Paton. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-28-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp.12-2822. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0010 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/03/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SHIN’S POKE, 361 Pomeroy, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Sky Restaurants, Inc. (142 Pine St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Sky Restaurants, Inc., Jiwon Kim, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-0318. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, TJ. Blandford, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-3188 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: WW FARM SERVICES, 1670 Noyes Road, Arroyo Grane, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. James D. Weilbacher, Kayla D. Wilburn (1670 Noyes Road, Arroyo Grane, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ James D. Weilbacher. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp.12-29-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0012 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/29/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as: GROUNDED WINE CO., 4910 Edna Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Vintage Wine Estates (205 Concourse Blvd., Santa Rosa, CA 95403). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Vintage Wine Estates, Blake Kuhn, COO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-3165 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: WATER WOMAN ART, 574 Le Point Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Mary Lenz (574 Le Point Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mary J. Lenz. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-27-17. 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. Exp.1227-22. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3191 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: HIVE NATURAL BEAUTY COLLECTIVE, 2033 Santa Barbara Ave. Ste. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kelsey Lynn Tikker (1810 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kelsey Tikker, New Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-17. 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.12-29-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0013 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2009) New Filing The following person is doing business as: FREELANCE REAL ESTATE, FREELANCE REALTY, RUNNERSTRUM REAL ESTATE, 317 Valley View Dr., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Grant Runnerstrum (317 Valley View Dr., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Grant Runnerstrum. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-3166 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CELIA CHOCOLATIER, 1025 Southwood Dr., Apt #U, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Dinah Nassar (1025 Southwood Dr., Apt #U, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dinah Nassar. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-27-17. 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. Exp.12-2722. Jan. 4, 11, 18, & 25, 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3194 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/26/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: MD3 INVESTMENTS, 817 Forest Glen, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Michael Stoltey (817 Forest Glen, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Michael Stoltey. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-29-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp.12-29-22. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0014 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: HEARTSGATE, 3480 S. Higuera, Suite 130, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Jody Belsher (2606 El Cerrito, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Jody Belsher. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0015 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: MOONSHINE, 586 Binscarth Rd., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Annie Helen Turner (586 Binscarth Rd., Los Osos, CA 93402), Katie Nowaczyk (1441 Iris, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Annie Helen Turner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0017 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2005) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CHUCK’S PROFESSIONAL WINDOW CLEANING, 428 Chaparral Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Chuck Robert Sinnott (428 Chaparral Lane, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Chuck Sinnott. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0018 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: VISUAL FINDS, 1669 Fifth Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Kathleen Dianne Friend (1669 Fifth Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kathleen D. Friend. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, D. Chavez, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0019 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: ASHLEY A. FRIEND: OUTSIDE THE OUTSIDE, 1669 5th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Ashley Amber Friend (1669 5th Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ashley A. Friend. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-04-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of FILE NO. 2018-0028 the statement on file in my office. TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (Seal)Tommy Gong. (01/01/2018) County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. New Filing Exp. 01-04-23. The following person is doing Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018 business as: EVANS & GERST ANTIQUES, 4111 Bridge Street, CamFICTITIOUS BUSINESS bria, CA 93428. San Luis Obispo NAME STATEMENT County. James Evans (4111 Bridge FILE NO. 2018-0042 Street, Cambria, CA 93428). This TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE business is conducted by An Indi(01/05/2018) vidual /s/ James Evans, Sole ProNew Filing prietorship. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis The following person is doing busiObispo on 01-03-18. I hereby certify ness as: UPTOWN POOCH PARLOR, that this copy is a correct copy of 7515 Santa Ynez Ave., Atascadero, the statement on file in my office. CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Tolli Chantel Bosworth, Amber Nicole Rummel (7515 Santa Ynez Ave., Goble, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018 Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by Joint Venture /s/ Tolli Bosworth. This statement FICTITIOUS BUSINESS was filed with the County Clerk of NAME STATEMENT San Luis Obispo on 01-05-18. I hereFILE NO. 2018-0031 by certify that this copy is a correct TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE copy of the statement on file in my (12/29/2017) office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. New Filing County Clerk, JF. Brown, Deputy. The following person is doing busi- Exp. 01-05-23. ness as: SEARCHCALISTINGS.COM, Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018 214 E. Branch St., Suite B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo FICTITIOUS BUSINESS County. Justin Hardin Stearns (504 NAME STATEMENT Via La Barranca, Arroyo Grande, CA FILE NO. 2018-0044 93420). This business is conducted TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE by An Individual /s/ Justin Hardin (01/01/2018) Stearns, Broker/Owner. This stateNew Filing ment was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-04-18. I The following person is doing busihereby certify that this copy is a cor- ness as: SWIFT CO, 11755 Santa rect copy of the statement on file in Lucia, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Kevin Andrew my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Swift (1068 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business Exp. 01-04-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018 is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kevin Swift. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Obispo on 01-05-18. I hereby certify NAME STATEMENT that this copy is a correct copy of FILE NO. 2018-0032 the statement on file in my office. TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. (01/01/2018) Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-05-23. New Filing Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018 The following person is doing business as: TLC BEAUTY AND MASFICTITIOUS BUSINESS SAGE, 411 Traffic Way Suite B, NAME STATEMENT Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis FILE NO. 2018-0049 Obispo County. Tiana Lee Corcuera TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (411 Traffic Way Suite B, Arroyo (N/A) Grande, CA 93420). This business is New Filing conducted by An Individual /s/ Tiana Corcuera. This statement was filed The following person is doing busiwith the County Clerk of San Luis ness as: METHODIST EPISCOPAL Obispo on 01-04-18. I hereby certify CHURCH SOUTH, Santa Rosa Creek that this copy is a correct copy of Rd. & Main Street, Cambria, CA the statement on file in my office. 93428. San Luis Obispo County. Bridget Mae Cullen, Edward Donald (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, N. Balseiro, Deputy. Molinari (274 South Higuera St. SPC 2, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This Exp. 01-04-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018 business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Bridget Mae Cullen. This statement was filed with the County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-05NAME STATEMENT 18. I hereby certify that this copy is FILE NO. 2018-0038 a correct copy of the statement on TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. (10/23/2012) County Clerk, I. Diaz, Deputy. Exp. New Filing 01-05-23. The following person is doing busi- Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018 ness as: HAPPY PEOPLE WIN, 1664 County Hill Road, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. » MORE Jean Steel (1664 County Hill Road, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business LEGAL NOTICES is conducted by An Individual /s/ ON PAGE 53 Jean Steel. This statement was filed

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FILE NO. 2018-0022 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (08/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SLO COUNTY NOTARY, 225 Conover Lane, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Lynn James (225 Conover Lane, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Individual, Lynn James. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-03-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-03-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0026 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: PJ DESIGNS, PRESTON JONES DESIGNS, 800 Ward Ct., Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Preston Jones (800 Ward Ct., Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Preston Jones. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-0318. 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. 01-03-23. Jan. 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0058 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: NORDIC BUILDERS, 2467 Tierra Dr., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Nordic Builders & Associates, Inc. (2467 Tierra Dr., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Nordic Builders & Associates, Inc., Jim Randeen, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-0818. 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. 01-08-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0065 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: THE WEATHERMAN HEATING AND AIR, 645 Funston Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Robert Allen Iverson (645 Funston Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/Robert Allen Iverson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-08-18. 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. 01-08-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0071 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/09/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: 11TH STREET STUDIO, 796 Serpa Ranch Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Christopher William Walstad, Kate Marita Walstad (796 Serpa Ranch Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Christopher William Walstad, Husband/Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-0918. 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. 01-09-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0075 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: BAYWOOD DRIFT STUDIO, 1269 3rd St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. CEO Baywood Drift Studio, LLC (1178 2nd St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ CEO Baywood Drift Studio, LLC, Jan Brink, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, JF. Brown, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0091 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CURTIS CUSTOM SERVICES, 1449 Eureka Lane, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Curtis Custom Services (1449 Eureka Lane, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Curtis Custom Services, Whitney Curtis, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-10-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, A. McCormick, Deputy. Exp. 01-10-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0107 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/15/2009) New Filing The following person is doing business as: QUALITY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, 1404 14th St., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Catherine Gentilucci, James Getilucci (1404 14th St., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Catherine Gentilucci. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-11-18. 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. 01-11-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0111 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2000) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SM TIRE, 2170 Hutton Road, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Santa Maria Tire, Inc. (2170 Hutton Road, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ SM Tire, Inc., Craig Stephens - President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-11-18. 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. 01-11-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0092 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: WHIT’S-TURN TREE CARE, 1449 Eureka Lane, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. K.W. Curtis Enterprises, Inc. (1449 Eureka Lane, Templeton, CA 93465). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ K.W. Curtis Enterprises, Inc., Kassidy Curtis, president. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-10-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, A. McCormick, Deputy. Exp. 01-10-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0076 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: VILLAGE ANTIQUES, 126A E. Branch St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Virginia Taylor (2160 Beach St., Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Virginia Taylor. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Luis Obispo on 01-09-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct NAME STATEMENT copy of the statement on file in my FILE NO. 2018-0097 office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. (01/10/2018) Exp. 01-09-23. New Filing January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, The following person is doing busi2018 ness as: SLAP IT ON T-SHIRTS, 1308 22nd St., Oceano, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Daniella Savidge (1308 22nd St., NAME STATEMENT Oceano, CA 93445). This business FILE NO. 2018-0082 is conducted by An Individual /s/ TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE Daniella Savidge. This statement (01/01/2012) was filed with the County Clerk of New Filing San Luis Obispo on 01-10-18. I The following person is doing busihereby certify that this copy is a ness as: WORKINGMAN’S BREAD, correct copy of the statement on 8111 Dos Canadas Rd., Santa file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. Maria, CA 93454. San Luis Obispo County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. County. Workingman’s Bread, LLC Exp. 01-10-23. (8111 Dos Canadas Rd., Santa Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018 Maria, CA 93454). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Company /s/ Workingman’s Bread, NAME STATEMENT LLC, Maria Theresa Risden, ManFILE NO. 2018-0098 ager. This statement was filed with TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo (N/A) on 01-09-18. I hereby certify that New Filing this copy is a correct copy of the The following person is doing statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, business as: MID COAST PROPERS. Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-09-23. TIES, MID COAST REAL ESTATE, Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018 MID COAST PROPERTY REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE, 317 S. Main FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Street, Templeton, CA 93465. San Luis Obispo County. Eagle State Investments, LLC (790 Ashley Lane, NAME STATEMENT Templeton, CA 93465), Above FILE NO. 2018-0085 & Beyond Real Estate Services, TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE Inc. (370 Ag Hill Rd., Templeton, (N/A) CA 93465). This business is conNew Filing The following person is doing busi- ducted by A General Partnership ness as: NITE CREAMERY, 570 /s/ Eagle State Investments, LLC, Higuera St., Suite 103, San Luis Jeff Tomlinson, General Partner of Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo Eagle State Investments, LLC. This County. Vo Chi Truong, Norma E. statement was filed with the County Truong (4380 Kapalua Dr., Santa Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-10Maria, CA 93454). This business 18. I hereby certify that this copy is conducted by A Married Couple is a correct copy of the statement /s/ Vo Truong, Owner. This state- on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy ment was filed with the County Clerk Gong. of San Luis Obispo on 01-09-18. I County Clerk, JF. Brown, Deputy. hereby certify that this copy is a cor- Exp. 01-10-23. rect copy of the statement on file in January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018 my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Exp. 01-09-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018 NAME STATEMENT

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FILE NO. 2018-0090 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: DONATION STATION, 2923 S. Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Costcar Inc (43 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA California /s/ Costcar Inc, Michael McCarthy, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-10-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 01-10-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0102 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/11/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: AVERY GREY, 1451 Branch Mill Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Kayla Nicole Martin (1451 Branch Mill Rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420), Melissa Marie Morrow (421 San Juanico, Santa Maria, CA 93455). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Kayla Nicole Martin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-11-18. 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. 0111-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0123 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: POTTERY COAST, 480 Front St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Susan Beckwith Bass (338 N. 6th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Susan Beckwith Bass. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-12-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, I. Diaz, Deputy. Exp. 01-12-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0124 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: VIC, 3591 Sacramento Drive, Suite 104, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Lauren Elizabeth O’Keefe (615 Eman Court, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420), Jade Anne Ruzzo (60 Water Street, Apt. 318, Brooklyn, NY 11201). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Lauren O’Keefe. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-12FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 18. I hereby certify that this copy NAME STATEMENT is a correct copy of the statement FILE NO. 2018-0112 on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE Gong. County Clerk, D. Chavez, (04/08/2003) Deputy. Exp. 01-12-23. New Filing Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, The following person is doing busi- 2018 ness as: SPIDERWEB LOGIC, 772 Woodland Dr., Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Robert John Fuess (772 Woodland Dr., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Robert J Fuess. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-11-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-11-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0133 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/21/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CALUNICA, 330 Crazy Horse Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County. Miriam Vanessa Plata (330 Crazy Horse Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Miriam Plata, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-12-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos, Deputy. Exp. 01-12-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0114 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: M&M SMOKE SHOP, 7321 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. M&M Smoke Shop (7321 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Company /s/ M&M Smoke Shop, Mekhail Aloush, Manager. This statement NAME STATEMENT was filed with the County Clerk of San FILE NO. 2018-0135 Luis Obispo on 01-11-18. I hereby TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE certify that this copy is a correct copy (11/23/2003) of the statement on file in my office. New Filing (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, TJ. Blandford, Deputy. The following person is doing Exp. 01-11-23. business as: ATHLON FITNESS & Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018 PERFORMANCE, ATHLON ELITE,

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FILE NO. 2018-0116 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/28/2004) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CALIFORNIA PROPERTY SERVICES, 1200 Price St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. California Property Services of the Central Coast (1200 Price St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ California Property Services of the Central Coast, Robert R. Lee President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-11-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos, Deputy. Exp. 01-11-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0117 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/11/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CALIFORNIA SHORES, 1200 Price St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Robert R. Lee (1200 Price St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Robert R. Lee, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-11-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos, Deputy. Exp. 01-11-23. Jan. 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

805 Aerovista Place, Suite 104, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Athlon health & Fitness, LLC (805 Aerovista Place, Suite 104, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Athlon Health & Fitness, LLC, Ryan Joiner Managing Memeber. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-12-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos, Deputy. Exp. 01-12-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0140 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: DRAM AGRICULTURAL CONSULTING, 1295 Capitola St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Danilu Lourdes Ramirez (1295 Capitola St., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Danilu Ramirez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos, Deputy. Exp. 01-16-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

FILE NO. 2018-0141 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/25/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: PRO-ACTIVE STAFFING, UNITED STAFFING, USA STAFFING, 505 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. United Staffing Associates, LLC (505 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ United Staffing Associates, LLC, William D. Hills, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 01-16-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0144 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/16/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: HONEYCOMB HOME DESIGN, 1465 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Ariana Afshar Lovato (125 Nelson St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ariana Afshar Lovato. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, I. Diaz, Deputy. Exp. 01-16-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0150 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/01/1992) New Filing The following person is doing business as: MJH, INC, WESTERN INNS, ROSE GARDEN INN-SAN LUIS OBISPO, 575 Price St. #209, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. MJH, Inc. (575 Price St. #209, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ MJH, Inc., Kevin Andrew Thornton/ President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-1618. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, I. Diaz, Deputy. Exp. 01-16-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0151 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SLO COASTAL POOL & SPA SERVICES, 955 Laureate Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Gregory R. Guggenmos, Gayne A. PintoGuggenmos (955 Laureate Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Greg Guggenmos, Coowner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos, Deputy. Exp. 01-16-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0155 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/1998) New Filing The following person is doing business as: RGC BUILDING AND DESIGN, 280 San Miguel St., Avila Beach, CA 93424. San Luis Obispo County. Rob Andrew Gantenbein (160 Easter St., Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Rob Andrew Gantenbein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-16-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble, Deputy. Exp. 01-16-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0156 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SHUTTER PROS DESIGNER WINDOW COVERINGS, 345 Branch St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Andrew Barret Lakin (345 Branch St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Andrew Lakin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-1618. 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. 01-16-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0157 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/17/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: HAHA SUSHI & GRILL, 1065 Olive St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. HaHa Family Inc. (1065 Olive St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ HaHa Family Inc., Zhao Hua CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-17-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-17-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0170 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/17/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: BRAND CREATIVE, 931 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Crockett Todd Justin (1727 Longbranch Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Justin Crockett. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-17-18. 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. 01-17-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0176 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/18/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: GIBSON ACCOUNTING SERVICES, 1420 Verde Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Melissa Cady Gibson (1420 Verde Canyon Road, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Melissa Cady Gibson, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-18-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0178 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/01/2000) New Filing The following person is doing business as: AT CREATIVE, DARCY DESIGNS, 898 Harrier Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Darcy Lynn Ryan (898 Harrier Lane, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Darcy Ryan. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden, Deputy. Exp. 01-18-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0181 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/20/1994) New Filing The following person is doing business as: ROOTAMENTAL, 2899 McMillan Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Scott Kam (1543 Morro St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Scott Kam. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-18. 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. 01-18-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0183 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: VINTAGE REAL ESTATE, VINTAGE REAL ESTATE CENTRAL COAST, 1035 Maybelle Court, Oceano, CA 93445. San Luis Obispo County. Vintage Affairs LLC. (1035 Maybelle Court, Oceano, CA 93445). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Vintage Affairs LLC., Angela Smith, Owner/Broker. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-18. 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. 01-18-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0187 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: KELLER FINANCIAL SERVICES, 137 Village Circle, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Samuel Keller (137 Village Circle, Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Samuel Keller. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-18. 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. 0118-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0188 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/26/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: THE LENS, 872 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Yellow Glass Media Syndicate Inc. (872 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A DE Corporation /s/ Yellow Glass Media Syndicate Inc., Daniel Hornett-President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-18-18. 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. 01-18-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

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FILE NO. 2018-0197 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: T LOCK, 931 W. Foothill BL., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Mark Stephen Vandyke (931 W. Foothill BL., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mark Vandyke, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 01-19-18. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal) Tommy Gong. County Clerk, A. Bautista, Deputy. Exp. 01-19-23. January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

LegaL Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ANN KATES CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0402

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ANN KATES A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by STEPHANIE RENDE in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that STEPHANIE RENDE 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: February 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Martha B. Spalding Martha Spalding, Attorney at Law 215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465 January 11, 18, & 25, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DAISY MAE ENOCHS CASE NUMBER: 18PR - 0006

LegaL Notices 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: Rosalie A. Martin & Richard T. Enochs 2653 Hornet Ave. Fresno, CA 93611 January 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: EDWIN J. PATAGUE (DECEDENT) CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0298

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: EDWIN J. PATAGUE A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by HILARIO “LARRY” PATAGUE in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that HILARIO “LARRY” PATAGUE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 355, County Government Center, 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: Hilario “Larry” Patague Shaunna Sullivan, Sullivan Law Corporation 2238 Bayview Heights Drive, Suite C Los Osos, CA 93402

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DAISY MAE ENOCHS A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROSALIE A. MARTIN in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that ROSALIE A. MARTIN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: April 3, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. January 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

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LegaL Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: HELEN JANEAN HILDEN (DECEDENT) CASE NUMBER: 18PR - 0003

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: HELEN JANEAN HILDEN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by KATHARINE ANN SHUDER in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that KATHARINE ANN SHUDER 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: March 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Robert H. Mott 960 Santa Rosa San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 January 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MAE LISA HAEUSSLER CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0406

LegaL Notices IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Martha B. Spalding Martha Spalding, Attorney at Law 215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465 January 11, 18, & 25, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MARY L. MORGAN (DECEDENT) CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0269

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: MARY L. MORGAN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by WILLIAM WANMER in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that WILLIAM WANMER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: February 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: William Wanmer HC4 Box 673 California Hot springs, CA 93207

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: MAE LISA HAEUSSLER A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by LAUREN BUTTERFIELD in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that LAUREN BUTTERFIELD 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: February 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room January 18, 25, & February 1, 2018 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

LegaL Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: MICHAEL C. GROOM CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0405

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: MICHAEL C. GROOM A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHRISTI GROOM in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that CHRISTI GROOM 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: February 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Martha B. Spalding Martha Spalding, Attorney at Law 215 South Main Street Templeton, CA 93465 January 11, 18, & 25, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PATRICIA A. CASELLO AKA PATRICIA A. VANDEM BRINK CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0440

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: PATRICIA A. CASELLO aka PATRICIA A. VANDEM BRINK A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ANTHONY W. CASELLO in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo. The Petition for Probate requests that ANTHONY W. CASELLO 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: March 6, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept: 9, in Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, located at 1035 Palm Street, Room

LegaL Notices 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: Kevin G. Staker 1200 Paseo Camarillo, Suite 280 Camarillo, CA 93010 January 11, 18, & 25, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: KATHERINE KIMBALL CASE NUMBER: 17PR0417

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: KATHERINE KIMBALL, KATHERINE M. KIMBALL A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: TAYLOR WAMPLER in the Superior Court of California, County of: San Luis Obispo. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that: TAYLOR WAMPLER 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: Date: February 6, 2018 Time: 9:00 A.M. in Dept.: 9 Address of Court: Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of Letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: EDWARD E. ATTALA, ESQ. 1502 Higuera St San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 Phone: 805-543-1212 By: /s/ J. Masangesy, Deputy Clerk January 11, 18, 25, 2018

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LegaL Notices Notice of Public lieN Sale

Feb. 3, 2018 A&G Self Storage, 1173 El Camino Real, #B Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, 805481-1300 The contents of unit 43 (4’ x 10’) and unit 53 (6’ x 8’) will be sold at auction for nonpayment of rent and other fees. Sealed bids will be accepted until 5 p.m. Feb. 3, 2018. They may be dropped in the mail slot at above address. January 25 & February 1, 2018

Notice of tRuStee’S Sale tSG No.: 8603026 tS No.: ca1500271796 fHa/Va/PMi No.: aPN: 053-305-028 PRoPeRty addReSS: 1364 SWeetbay laNe SaN luiS obiSPo, ca 93401

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/17/2004. 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. On 01/31/2018 at 11:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 05/25/2004, as Instrument No. 2004044887, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of SAN LUIS OBISPO County, State of California. Executed by: JOHN CALICCHIO, A SINGLE MAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 053-305-028 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1364 SWEETBAY LANE, SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA 93401 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, 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 said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $682,018.10. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on 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, benefi-

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ciary, 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 (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search. nationwideposting.com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1500271796 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0323394 To: NEW TIMES 01/11/2018, 01/18/2018, 01/25/2018

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 (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search. nationwideposting.com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1700281631 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 4795 Regent Blvd, Mail Code 1011-F Irving, TX 75063 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0323944 To: NEW TIMES 01/25/2018, 02/01/2018, 02/08/2018

Notice of tRuStee’S Sale tSG No.: 8715705 tS No.: ca1700281631 fHa/Va/PMi No.: 0484646682 aPN: 092-542-001 PRoPeRty addReSS: 303 MeRcuRy dRiVe NiPoMo, ca 93444-8912

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/31/2007. 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. On 02/14/2018 at 11:00 A.M., First American Title Insurance Company, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 07/31/2007, as Instrument No. 2007052167, in book , page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of SAN LUIS OBISPO County, State of California. Executed by: SERGIO G LOPEZ, A MARRIED MAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408 All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 092-542-001 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 303 MERCURY DRIVE, NIPOMO, CA 93444-8912 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, 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 said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $503,586.38. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the

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: 02/22/2018, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: January 12, 2018 /s/: Barry T. Labarbera, Judge of the Superior Court January 25, February 1, 8, & 15, 2018

oRdeR to SHoW cauSe foR cHaNGe of NaMe caSe NuMbeR: 18cVP-0005

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Stacie Stornetta filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Casie Leigh Flannagan to PROPOSED NAME: Casie Leigh Stornetta, PRESENT NAME: Caylee Nicole Flannagan to PROPOSED NAME: Caylee Nicole Stornetta 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: 02/21/2018, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. P2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to oRdeR to SHoW Show Cause shall be published at cauSe foR cHaNGe least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set of NaMe caSe for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general NuMbeR: 18cV-0004 circulation, printed in this county: To all interested persons: Petitioner: Denise Gail Curtis filed a New Times petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRES- Date: January 8, 2018 ENT NAME: Denise Gail Curtis to /s/: Linda Hurst, Judge of the SuPROPOSED NAME: Lilliana Ivy Curtis perior Court January 18, 25, February 1, & 8, THE COURT ORDERS: that all per- 2018 sons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearoRdeR to SHoW ing indicated below to show cause, cauSe foR cHaNGe if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. of NaMe caSe Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file NuMbeR: 18cVP-0006 a written objection that includes To all interested persons: the reasons for the objection at Petitioner: Andrea Heidi Roberts least two days before the matter is filed a petition with this court for a scheduled to be heard and must ap- decree changing names as follows: pear at the hearing to show cause PRESENT NAME: Andrea Heidi Robwhy the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is erts to PROPOSED NAME: Andrea timely filed, the court may grant the Heidi Helms petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 02/15/2018, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 at the Superior Court of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: January 3, 2018 /s/: Barry T. Labarbera, Judge of the Superior Court January 11, 18, 25, & February 1, 2018

oRdeR to SHoW cauSe foR cHaNGe of NaMe caSe NuMbeR: 18cV-0030

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Melissa Marie Melton filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Melissa Marie Melton to PROPOSED NAME: Melissa Marie Lalanne 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

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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: 02/26/2018, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. P2 at the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo, 1050 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: January 8, 2018 /s/: Assigned Judge, Judge of the Superior Court January 18, 25, February 1, & 8, 2018

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): Anders Haugen competed for the U.S. as a ski jumper in the 1924 Winter Olympics. Although he was an accomplished athlete who had previously set a world record for distance, he won no medals at the games. But wait! Fifty years later, a sports historian discovered that there had a been a scoring mistake back in 1924. In fact, Haugen had done well enough to win the bronze medal. The mistake was rectified, and he finally got his long-postponed award. I foresee a comparable development happening in your life, Aries. Recognition or appreciation you deserved to have received some time ago will finally come your way.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In 1899, Sobhuza II became King of Swaziland even though he was less than 5 months old. He kept his job for the next 82 years, and along the way managed to play an important role when his nation gained independence from the colonial rule of the United Kingdom. These days you may feel a bit like Sobhuza did when he was still in diapers, Taurus: not sufficiently prepared or mature for the greater responsibilities that are coming your way. But just as he received competent help in his early years from his uncle and grandmother, I suspect you’ll receive the support you’ll need to ripen.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In my ideal world, dancing and singing wouldn’t be luxuries practiced primarily by professionals. They would be regular occurrences in our daily routines. We’d dance and sing whenever we needed a break from the numbing trance. We’d whirl and hum to pass the time. We would greet each other with an interpretative movement and a little tune. In schools, dance and song would be a standard part of the curriculum—as important as math and history. That’s my utopian dream, Gemini. What’s yours? In accordance with the astrological omens, I urge you to identify the soul medicine you’d love to incorporate into your everyday regimen. Then go ahead and incorporate it! It’s time for you to get more aggressive about creating the world you want to live in.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Psychology pioneer Carl Jung believed that most of our big problems can never be fully solved. And that’s actually a good thing. Working on them keeps us lively, in a state of constant transformation. It ensures we don’t stagnate. I generally agree with Jung’s high opinion of our problems. We should indeed be grateful for the way they impel us to grow. However, I think that’s irrelevant for you right now. Why? Because you have an unprecedented opportunity to solve and graduate from a major long-running problem. So no, don’t be grateful for it. Get rid of it. Say goodbye to it forever.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Between now and March 21, you will be invited, encouraged, and pushed to deepen your understanding of intimate relationships. You will have the chance to learn much, much more about how to create the kind of togetherness that both comforts and inspires you. Will you take advantage of this eight-week opportunity? I hope so. You may imagine that you have more pressing matters to attend to. But the fact is that cultivating your relationship skills would transform you in ways that would best serve those other pressing matters.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In December, mass protests broke out in Mashhad, Iran’s second-largest city. Why? The economy had been gradually worsening. Inflation was slowly but surely exacting a toll. Unemployment was increasing. But one of the immediate triggers for the uprising was a 40 percent hike in the price of eggs. It focused the Iranian people’s collective angst and galvanized a dramatic response. I’m predicting a comparable sequence in your personal future, Virgo. A specific irritant will emerge, motivating you to stop putting up with trends that have been subtly bothering you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In the late 1980s, Budweiser used a Bull Terrier to promote its Bud Light beer in commercials. The dog, who became mega-famous, was presented as a rich macho party animal named Spuds MacKenzie. The ad campaign was successful, boosting sales 20 percent. But the truth was that the actor playing Spuds was a female dog whose owners called her Evie. To earn money, the poor creature, who was born under the sign of Libra, was forced to assume a false identity. To honor Evie’s memory, and in alignment with current astrological omens, I urge you human Libras to strip away any layers of false identity you’ve been pressured to acquire. Be your Real Self—to the max.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The giant panda is a bear native to China. In the wild, its diet is 99 percent bamboo. But bamboo is not an energy-rich food, which means the creature has to compensate by consuming 20 to 30 pounds of the stuff every day. Because it’s so busy gathering its sustenance, the panda doesn’t have time to do much socializing. I mention this, Scorpio, because I want to offer up the panda as your anti-power animal for the coming weeks. According to my reading of the astrological omens, you should have a diversified approach to getting your needs met—not just in regards to food, but in every other way as well. Variety is not just the spice of life; it’s the essence.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You’re the star of the “movie” that endlessly unfolds in your imagination. There may be a number of other lead actors and actresses, but few if any have your luster and stature. You also have a supporting cast, as well as a full complement of extras. To generate all the adventure you need, your story needs a lot of dramatis personae. In the coming weeks, I suggest that you be alert for certain minor characters who are primed to start playing a bigger role in your narrative. Consider the possibility of inviting them to say and do more to advance the plot.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Thirty-five miles per hour is typically the highest speed attained by the U.S. Navy’s Nimitz-class aircraft carriers. That’s not very fast. On the other hand, each ship’s engine generates 190 megawatts, enough to provide the energy needs of 140,000 houses, and can go more than 20 years without refueling. If you don’t mind, I’m going to compare you to one of those aircraft carriers during the next four weeks. You may not be moving fast, but you will have maximum stamina and power.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The pawpaw is a tasty fruit that blends the flavors of mango, banana, and melon. But you rarely find it in grocery stores. One reason is that the fruit ripens very fast after being picked. Another is that the pollination process is complicated. In response to these issues, a plant scientist named Neal Peterson has been trying to breed the pawpaw to be more commercially viable. Because of his work, cultivated crops have finally begun showing up at some farmers’ markets. I’d like to see you undertake metaphorically similar labors in 2018, Aquarius. I think you’ll have good luck at developing rough potentials into more mature forms of expression. You’ll have skill at turning unruly raw materials into more useful resources. Now is a great time to begin.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): An iceberg is a huge chunk of ice that has cracked away from a glacier and drifted off into the open sea. Only 9 percent of it is visible above the waterline. The underwater part, which is most of the iceberg, is basically invisible. You can’t know much about it just by looking at the top. This is an apt metaphor for life itself. Most everyone and everything we encounter is 91 percent mysterious or hidden or inaccessible to our conscious understanding. That’s the weird news, Pisces. The good news is that during the next three weeks you will have an unprecedented ability to get better acquainted with the other 91 percent of anything or anyone you choose to explore. ∆

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