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Political tension knocked SLO County out this year [8]

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December 28, 2017 – January 4, 2018 VolumE 32, numbEr 23

Editor’s note

This week year in review Jail deaths, county supervisor drama, and more ..........................................8

news Worried over water banking.............4

opinion Hodin’s best cartoons from 2017 ........................ 12

arts 2017: Ch- ch- ch- changes ...........26

flavor BEER: 7 Sisters Brewing Company..........................38

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t’s hard to believe 2017 is over. And it’s hard to keep track of everything that happened.

Flip-flopping between national politics affecting local residents and the local politics that changed so dramatically between 2016 and 2017, it’s hard to forget how much of a roller coaster this year has been in SLO County.

BONKERS It From protests and a high profile jail death in certainly felt like 2017 was a year January to the ongoing (and expensive) debate of upside-down over North Coast water facilities and South crazy weirdness.

County’s political shenanigans, we tried to give you a glimpse of what we covered in 2017—and we know we missed some things [8] .

In this issue, you can also read about why one group of SLO County residents is so worried about water banking that they’re circulating a petition to make it illegal [4] ; the shifting art scene of 2017 [26] ; and one brewery that is local, green, and serves up a mean grilled cheese [38].

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News ............................. 4 Viewer Discretion............7

Artifacts ....................... 26 Starkey......................... 28 Club Listings ................ 32 Split Screen.................. 33 Reviews and Times ..... 33 Get Out! ....................... 36

opinion Hodin ............................ 12 This Modern World ....... 14 Street talk ..................... 14 Rhetoric & Reason ....... 15 Shredder ....................... 16

the rest Classifieds.................... 42 Real Estate .................. 42 Brezsny’s Astrology......47

Events calendar Hot Dates ..................... 18 Special Events .............. 18 Arts ............................... 18 Music ............................ 21 Culture & Lifestyle ....... 22 Food & Drink ............... 25 Ball drop, Gatsby-style! [20]

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Ballot initiative seeks prohibition on water banking in SLO County

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wo Creston residents and a former congresswoman are behind a budding citizen ballot initiative to ban groundwater sales and exports out of San Luis Obispo County.

Filed with the County Clerk-Recorder’s Office in mid-December as the “SLO County Groundwater Protection Ordinance,” its backers—Greg Grewal, Frederick Hoey, and Andrea Seastrand—say the measure would provide needed “insurance” against the potential actions of two new water districts that recently formed to manage groundwater in the sprawling Paso Robles Groundwater Basin.

“The Paso Robles Groundwater Basin is one of the largest groundwater basins in the western U.S.,” their initiative reads. “Special interests have identified this groundwater basin for manipulation and an opportunity for generating private profits.”

Their ordinance stipulates that, “no groundwater shall be pumped from any basin for export outside of SLO County or for transitional storage leading ultimately to export.” It prohibits exporting groundwater out of the boundaries of the basin where it originated, and disallows any public agency from granting permits or approvals to export groundwater.

As of press time, the initiative was still under review by the County Counsel’s Office, which writes a “title and summary” for the measure before it’s circulated. If its proponents can gather 8,580 signatures in support of it, it will go on the November 2018 ballot.

Ever since agricultural stakeholders in North County began a failed campaign to start a basin-wide water district in 2013, skeptics have raised alarms about the potential for private water banking in the basin.

In response to those concerns, SLO County crafted its own groundwater export ordinance, which requires any proposed out-of-county groundwater exports to receive a discretionary permit.

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BANKING BAN Storing groundwater in agricultural ponds for the purpose of sale or export would be prohibited under a new proposed ballot initiative.

In addition to that safeguard, the two new water districts near Paso Robles, representing many of the larger farms and vineyards in North County, were approved under the condition that they don’t export or sell groundwater.

“I’m not aware of anyone who has any intentions to export water out of the Paso Robles basin in any way, shape, or form,” said Matt Turrentine, an elected board member for the Shandon-San Juan Water District and co-owner of Grapevine Capital Partners, which manages Harvard Management Company vineyards near Shandon. “People are just skeptical and suspicious of money, and I get that. But everybody here is actually eager to play by the rules and do the right thing so there’s water to continue farming our crops.”

Still, initiative co-signer Grewal, a Creston landowner and member of the county’s Water Resources Advisory Committee, said the “bullet proof” nature of a voter initiative is necessary to deter water banking. He described the red tape that currently restricts water exports as, “invisible red ribbon. It looks pretty but it really doesn’t do anything.”

“The only way is to have a ballot initiative,” Grewal said. “If everyone in play claims they don’t want to export water, why wouldn’t we want something that’s a little more bullet proof? ... This protects all the basins in the county and it protects them equally.”

Turrentine said it’s possible that he and other members of the Shandon-San Juan Water District would support the initiative, but he said he hadn’t seen a copy of it yet.

“We’d all like to dispel these conspiracy theories,” Turrentine said. “I think this is probably unnecessary, but I support a complete ban on exports.”

Dana Merrill, president of the Estrella-El Pomar-Creston Water District and owner of Mesa Vineyard Management near Templeton, also told New Times he hadn’t read the measure but could support it. He added it would need “a lot of input” from groundwater stakeholders countywide.

“You got to really think about it,” Merrill said.

“A lot of initiatives are well-intentioned and then we get saddled with it and find out there are some unknown consequences.” ∆ —Peter Johnson

A mother from Grover Beach faces deportation in January

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“It should be noted that officers with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement granted Silva a total of six stays of removal while she appealed her immigration case to the nation’s courts,” Haley said.

Silva has been working and raising her family on the Central Coast for 25 years with a work permit. She’s a homeowner, a full-time employee, and Sunday school teacher.

For the past 18 years, she has been checking in with the ICE office to let them know of her presence in the country and to renew her permit.

“I wanted to run away from that place because I felt in that moment they would take me away,” she said.

Although she has no criminal history, Silva said the Santa Maria ICE office told her she was being deported because of her status in the country.

Originally from Acapulco, Mexico, the only relative she could stay with there would be her mother.

“After two decades I don’t know what that place is like. It’s not the same as it once was,”

Neofita Silva has been battling with immigration since 2005, but she recently received notice that she will be deported on Jan. 3.

“I’m concerned because my kids are living in a stressful environment. It hasn’t happened yet, but it’s something that worries me because I don’t know what will happen if it does,” Silva said in Spanish.

Lori Haley, a communications director for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), told New Times via email that “an immigration judge with the Executive Office for Immigration Review determined Silva did not have lawful basis to live in the United Sates and ordered her removal to Mexico in 2005.”

Haley said Silva filed an appeal with the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), which dismissed the case in 2006. In 2008, she filed a petition for review of the BIA’s decision with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals—it was denied.

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Dawn Addis, a coordinator of Women’s March SLO, said the organization is calling on the community to help Silva.

“We are asking the public to call, write, and email to ask that Silva be allowed to stay and care for her daughter, who is of minor age,” Addis said.

With the help of the Women’s March, Silva is receiving support from Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-Santa Barbara), San Luis Obispo Mayor Heidi Harmon, and Grover Beach Mayor Pro Tem Miriam Shah.

Silva has three children, a 16-year-old in high school, an 18-year-old in college, and 24-year-old living in San Diego. She worries that if she were to be taken away there won’t be anyone to take care of her children and she would lose her home.

“I can only have faith in God that their hearts will change; that people will pay attention to my situation and help me,” she said. “I can only wait for a miracle from God that this doesn’t happen.”

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Wildfires will continue to be ‘big ticket issue’ for SLO County APCD

As SLO County prepares to ring in the New Year, local air pollution officials are looking back at how past wildfires impacted local air quality.

An annual report by the SLO County Air Pollution Control District listed wildfires as one of the main contributors to air quality standard exceedances in 2016. While the data is still being analyzed, APCD officials expect that 2017’s wildfires will also have an impact on county air quality.

According to the report, smoke from the Soberanes and Chimney wildfi res both had “major” impacts on air quality in the county in 2016 and were responsible for many of the instances where the county bypassed federal and state air quality standards. Beginning in July 2016, the Soberanes Fire burned more than 130,000 acres in or near the Los Padres National Forest in Monterey County. It was followed by the Chimney Fire, which raged in August and September 2016, burning more that 46,000 acres around Lake Nacimiento.

“The year’s highest ozone concentrations at Paso Robles, Atascadero, Red Hills, and Carrizo Plains … all occurred during this period,” the report stated.

With the embers from the devastating Thomas Fire still smoldering, APCD Officer Gary Willey said the impact of wildfires on air quality would remain a “big ticket” issue for the department, and will likely pop up in its report on 2017.

“We will have a similar narrative,” Willey told New Times.

Thus far, the Thomas Fire has burned more than 280,000 acres in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties, making it the largest recorded wildfi re the state of California. Despite its massive size, the fi re and others that occurred in 2017 might actually have less of an impact on SLO County’s air quality than those in 2016.

“My basic instinct is that [2016’s] fires impacted us more because of their proximity and the weather conditions,” Willey said.

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Wildfires will also be a major part of the APCD’s mission in 2018. Willey said the department anticipates an increase in the use of controlled burns to mitigate the risk of fires in 2018 and will work with fire officials to strike a balance between the necessity of such burns and their potential impact on local air quality.

“There’s going to be some give and take,” Willey said. “This is going to be an issue throughout the entire state.”

—Chris McGuinness

County opens Los Osos sewer service discount program

Low-income Los Osos residents who are paying on average nearly $1,000 per year for wastewater service can shave 20 percent off the bill by enrolling in a new county program signed off by the SLO County Board of Supervisors on Dec. 12.

Service discounts are available to both property owners and renters in the service area of the Los Osos Wastewater Plant. To qualify, interested parties must demonstrate their participation in either PG&E’s CARE or Family Electric Rate Assistance programs, which provide energy discounts to low-income individuals and families.

Once certified as eligible, participants will receive a refund in the mail that’s equivalent to up to 20 percent of the annual sewer service charge.

“Owners will be responsible for paying the full amount of services charges due on their annual tax bills, and participants will receive a check for the offset amount at the end of the calendar year,” read a county staff report about the program.

The county has identified 227 households that are eligible for the program, but the number of participants is expected to rise as it rolls out. The estimated $39,498 for the program’s cost will be funded by the state Department of Water Resources.

In 2011, then-state Assemblyman Katcho Achadjian introduced AB 1125, authorizing SLO County to administer a Los Osos sewer discount program using outside funds.

According to the staff report, the program will go into effect in the current fiscal year and continue annually until

“ended by the Board of Supervisors or the funding amount is depleted.”

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Between the sewer service charge and the capital assessment for the plant’s construction, Los Osos households are paying an average of $1,968 per year for wastewater.

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Eric Dobroth selected as SLO County Assistant DA

A long-time local prosecutor with several high profile cases under his belt will now serve as SLO County District Attorney Dan Dow’s second in command.

Dow announced on Dec. 27 that he’d appointed Deputy DA Eric J. Doborth as his office’s new assistant district attorney. Dobroth, who has been with the SLO County District Attorney’s Office for the last 12 years, will replace retiring Assistant DA Lee Cunningham effective Jan. 1.

“I was honored that I was selected,” Dobroth said in an interview New Times.

“I have some big shoes to fill.”

Dobroth has been with the DA’s Office since 2005. Notable cases he’s worked on include the prosecution of San Diego gang member Clifford Scott Jr., who shot and wounded a CHP officer in 2012, as well as the case against five Cal Poly football players who committed an armed robbery at a fraternity house in 2014. He currently leads a team within the DA’s Office that handles consumer protection, environmental protection, and major fraud cases.

Prior to working in SLO, Dobroth served as a prosecutor for the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office. “[Dobroth] has earned the admiration and respect of his peers, the defense bar, and the judges of the superior court because of his strong work ethic, his legal acumen, and his sound judgment,” Dow said in a written statement.

According to Dow, Dobroth was one of six internal candidates who applied for the job. Cunningham, who had been employed with the DA’s Office since 1985, announced his plans to retire in November. Δ —Chris McGuinness

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A TRAGIC DEATH The story of Andrew Holland, a schizophrenic inmate who died after spending nearly two days strapped to a restraint chair in the SLO County jail, triggered public concern over treatment and services for the mentally ill, both inside and outside of the jail facility.

A YEAR OF TENSION Political controversy is the real winner of 2017

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rom protests to arguments over land-use policy, it certainly felt like the political nastiness encompassed at the national level trickled down into San Luis Obispo County. As cities grappled with what to do about marijuana, community service districts debated water policy, and the county dealt with more deaths in the jail, South County found itself once again embroiled in controversy over one of its elected officials.

Here’s a glimpse at what 2017 churned to the surface.

The death of Andrew Holland

On Jan. 22, 36-year-old Atascadero resident Andrew Chaylon Holland died while in custody in SLO County Jail.

Holland, a diagnosed schizophrenic, died of a blood clot in one of his lungs after spending 46 hours strapped to a restraint chair. At the time of his death, he’d been declared incompetent to stand trial, and had been waiting 12 days for a transfer to SLO County’s inpatient psychiatric unit.

Holland’s death, the 10th since 2012 sparked a wave of public criticism and outrage and raised concerns about the medical and mental health care for jail inmates. That concern only grew when months later in April, another inmate, Kevin Lee McLaughlin, died of a heart attack while in custody at the jail.

The inmate deaths were followed by an independent review by the county and a FBI civil rights investigation, both of which are currently ongoing. In August, SLO County announced a $5 million settlement with Holland’s family.

In wake of the settlement, the SLO County Sheriff’s Office, the SLO County Health Agency, and the Board of Supervisors vowed to make changes to improve medical and mental health treatment in the jail, opting to participate in a national initiative aimed at increasing services and support for mentally ill individuals in order to keep them out of the criminal justice system.

On Nov. 27, the Sheriff’s Office

announced that yet another inmate, 62-year-old Russell Alan Hammer, died of suspected embolism.

—Chris McGuinness

Political sea change rocks the county Board of Supervisors

With the election of Templeton-based political strategist John Peschong to the Board of Supervisors, SLO County took a turn to the “right” in 2017.

A new board majority of supervisors Peschong (1st District), Debbie Arnold (5th District), and Lynn Compton (4th District) grabbed the governing reins and steered the county into some new policy directions.

Many of their decisions weren’t well received by veteran left-leaning supervisors Adam Hill (3rd District) and Bruce Gibson (2nd District)—splitting the supes along acrimonious partisan lines.

Bad blood began in January after the majority appointed Peschong as board chairman over Hill. Things got testier after the majority stiff-armed Hill and Gibson from several advisory committees.

Then all hell broke loose in February when the three supervisors took a stance of opposition to a National Marine Sanctuary application filed by the Northern Chumash Tribal Council.

At every policy fork in the road, Peschong, Arnold, and Compton held the power. Hill and Gibson voiced their protests both on the dais and in the media, penning a combined eight newspaper editorials in 2017 (we counted).

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CHANGING OF THE GUARD Since 1st District SLO County Supervisor John Peschong took the board chair position in 2017, he and supervisors Lynn Compton (left) and Debbie Arnold (right) have led the county in a new direction.

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The board did the ol’ “repeal and replace” on a county policy to comply with a state groundwater law, the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). SGMA mandates that groundwater pumpers in depleted water basins—six of which are in SLO County—form agencies and write sustainability plans. s.

When North County residents over the Paso Robles en water basin bickered their way to rejecting a new water district in 2016, their SGMA responsibilities ry fell to the county. The supes had planned to structure sh a property tax for water basin users to fund basin management, but in March, Arnold led the board to , a reversal of that plan. Under her policy, the county nd s pays all the groundwater bills with the general t fund, not additional taxes. After being slapped with a Brown Act complaint for the board’s initial vote and fending off allegations of collusion between the OM majority supervisors and a constituent of Arnold’s, the supervisors redid the vote in April and finalized the changes.

Oak tree protections are passed

On the heels of the outrage over Justin Vineyards’ decimation of oak woodlands in North County in 2016, the supervisors adopted oak woodland regulations in April.

The ordinance requires landowners to apply for a permit to clear-cut more than 1 acre of oaks. Over the many months it took to write the policy, the scope of its protections narrowed from several native tree species to only oaks—and the rules allow for up to 1 acre of unregulated clear-cutting. Environmental advocates felt the policy had lost its teeth by the end, but property rights advocates insisted they’d still gone too far. The supervisors took the compromise, and passed it, 5-0.

According to county staff, no landowners applied for an oak tree clear-cutting permit in 2017.

Animal shelter project gets controversial

A new $13.7 million county animal shelter project was moving forward with backing from all seven SLO cities—until lingering objections with the cost brought it all to a screeching halt.

The Paso Robles and Atascadero city councils decided in October to withdraw from the shared financing agreement they’d signed in February, announcing plans to build their own shelter in North County. That put the county’s project in jeopardy, and the supervisors on their heels.

In an effort to save the countywide agreement,

While cities like Grover Beach, Morro Bay, and SLO honed plans to permit and tax marijuana dispensaries and other related businesses, the county took a more restrictive approach. The Board of Supervisors adopted a ban on storefront dispensaries and set caps and restrictions on cultivation sites.

And as the county developed its cannabis rules, it also waged a legal battle against pot growers in the California Valley, taking several cultivators to court to shut down their allegedly illegal grows. One of the lawsuits targeted popular medical delivery service, Megan’s Organic Market, and its Los Osos farm, which drew community criticism.

Next year could be equally eventful for marijuana in SLO, as the industry comes out of prohibition and works its way through the red tape put up by local elected officials. Taxation will be a big focus, with several county and city tax measures expected to go on November ballots.

—Peter Johnson

supervisors Peschong and Arnold held a meeting with Paso Robles and Atascadero mayors Steve Martin and Tom O’Malley to talk through their issues. Hope isn’t lost for the original shelter project—if the county can find a way to lower the cities’ share of the costs. Stay tuned for 2018.

Stagnancy on affordable housing

The supervisors did a mix of sitting on their hands and pointing fingers when it came to tackling affordable housing policies this year.

In June, during 2017-18 budget talks, supervisors Hill and Gibson proposed opening a $5 million county fund dedicated to subsidizing affordable housing projects.

Peschong, Arnold, and Compton rejected the idea.

Then in December, by a 3-2 vote along partisan lines, the supes declined to take action on strengthening the county’s inclusionary housing program, which charges developers fees to help build affordable housing. A study of the nearly 10-year-old program recommended changes to the fee structure that were backed by the Homebuilders Association of the Central Coast and other industry stakeholders. Still, the board declined to take action.

The supervisors will revisit the issue in 2018.

—Peter Johnson

County and cities grapple with legalized marijuana

Cannabis weighed on the minds of lawmakers across SLO County after Proposition 64’s passage in 2016 legalized recreational use in California.

State regulations take effect in 2018, and the local preparations in 2017 were about as rocky as you’d expect.

When PG&E announced plans to decommission Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant in 2016, local agencies negotiated an $85 million settlement with PG&E to help mitigate the loss of the nuclear power plant’s $1 billion annual economic impact.

But a bombshell California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) ruling in October tentatively rejected the settlement. A CPUC administrative law judge argued that statewide, ratepayers shouldn’t shoulder the funds for SLO County, its cities, and schools. The judge also nixed more than half of the funding for a PG&E employee retention program aimed at keeping the plant fully staffed through its planned shutdown date, 2025.

The CPUC commissioners still have to make the final call on the closure plan, and they’re scheduled to do so at a Jan. 11, 2018, meeting.

—Peter Johnson YEAR IN REVIEW continued page 10 FILE PHOTO BY PETER JOHNSON

HIGH STAKES SHUTDOWN With an $85 million settlement at stake, SLO County nervously awaits a state Public Utilities Commission decision on PG&E’s Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant decommissioning application.

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Hill disclosed confidential personnel matters as well as privileged attorney-client information and documents to third parties in his role as a member of the sanitation district board, and that he overstepped the bounds of his role as a board member by interfering with the personnel matters.

Hill denies any wrong doing, painting both the allegations and the report’s findings as politically motivated. Still, members of the City Council voted 3-2 in September to ask Hill to step down from his seat at the sanitation district, which he refused to do. Members of the sanitation district board voted to formally censure Hill in the wake of the investigations findings.

—Chris McGuinness

Phillips 66 rail spur project rejected

PEOPLE POWER 2017 was a banner year for protests and rallies, with the SLO Women’s March in January drawing between 7,000 and 10,000 people.

YEAR IN REVIEW continued from page 9

SLO joins the resistance with protests, rallies, and vigils

Pension costs blow up local budgets

The devastation of California’s public pension funds impacted nearly every government agency in SLO County in 2017. Combined local pension debt is roughly $1 billion, which includes the county, cities, schools, and other districts in SLO. They all faced the music this year after the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) lowered its return rates and dramatically raised members’ required payments going into the future.

Pension debt is impacting the city of SLO most—with liabilities around $150 million—and city coffers are nearing an $8.9 million expected deficit in 2020.

SLO began tackling the issue this year by charting strategies for balancing the budget, looking at service cuts, employee concessions, and new tax proposals.

Paso Robles, Atascadero, Morro Bay, and Arroyo Grande each FILE PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM have more than $20 million in pension liability to pay off, and the San Luis Coastal Unified School District will see its annual pension costs double by 2025.

—Peter Johnson

Many SLO residents took to the streets in 2017 to march, protest, and raise awareness for political and social justice causes in the wake of the November 2016 elections.

The wave of activism kicked off the day after the inauguration of President Donald Trump on Jan. 21, when between 7,000 and 10,000 people braved the wind and rain to participate in a Women’s March in downtown SLO. The event gave birth to the Woman’s March SLO organization, which coordinated other large demonstrations and events throughout the rest of the year. Those included a rally against the president’s efforts to limit and ban immigration and travel from seven predominantly Muslim countries in February.

In August, the group again rallied the community, helping to organize an anti-hate vigil in memory of Heather Heyer, a political activist who was killed while counter demonstrating against white supremacists in

Local environmental groups achieved a major victory in 2017 with the defeat of oil giant Phillip’s 66’s proposed rail spur extension project.

The project, fi rst proposed in 2013, would have allowed the company to import crude oil by train to its Nipomo Mesa refi nery. Activists opposed to the project, including members of the Mesa Refi nery Watch Group, railed against the project, citing concerns over its impact on the environment and the risk of explosions from oil train derailments.

In March, the SLO County Board of Supervisors voted 3-1 to uphold a 2016 decision by the SLO County Planning Commission to deny the project.

Despite that win, the battle for the rail spur continued, as Phillips 66 sought to challenge the project denial in SLO County Superior Court.

But in October, the county announced that it had come to agreement with Phillips 66 to settle the case. Under the terms of the settlement, Phillips 66 agreed to let the county’s denial of the project stand. However, the settlement does not bar the company from refi ling land use permit applications in the future, and requires any determinations about environmentally sensitive habitat on the refi nery’s property to be made independently of the county’s previous rail spur decisions.

“I hope that this is the last nail in the coffi n for the FILE PHOTO BY DYLAN HONEA-BAUMANN

AG Mayor investigated

In February, the Arroyo Grande City Council voted to open an independent investigation into Mayor Jim Hill after a citizen raised allegations of misconduct at a public meeting. The South SLO County Sanitation District, where Hill serves as PENSION TENSION Pension one of three board members, debt is affecting nearly every voted to join the investigation government budget in SLO County. in March.

The investigation examined Hill’s role both as mayor and Charlottesville, Virginia. Nearly 1,000 people attended as a member of the sanitation district’s that rally. board of directors. The findings, released To mark the group’s one-year anniversary, Women’s in August, found there was sufficient March SLO will hold a “Hear Our Vote: Voices of the evidence to show that Hill overstepped Resistance” rally Jan. 20. the bounds of his role as a mayor In addition to the events organized by Women’s March when he sent a letter to the Federal SLO, local residents also held public rallies in 2017 to Trade Commission without consulting both protest and defend Planned Parenthood, raise other members of the council. But the awareness about the murder of transgender individuals, and to protest the Trump administration’s efforts to investigation also raised concerns that end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Hill’s wife, Lin, may have had access program. to his city email account and iPad. The —Chris McGuinness investigation’s findings also stated that 10 • New Times • December 28, 2017 - January 4, 2018 • www.newtimesslo.com

DERAILED Residents who spent years fighting a proposed rail spur extension project by Phillips 66 claimed victory after the project’s denial was upheld by the SLO County Board of Supervisors. A subsequent settlement of a lawsuit between the company and SLO County was said to be the final “nail in the coffin” for the project.

North Coast deals with water facility problems

If there’s one thing that the communities on San Luis Obispo County’s North Coast dealt with on repeat in 2017, it was the controversy over how to deal with waste and water.

While Cambria is still working on trying to make its already existing water facility a permanent part of its water infrastructure, Morro Bay continues to try to nail down the replacement for a wastewater treatment facility it’s shared with the town of Cayucos since the 1950s. Cayucos’ new facility is already under construction.

Earlier this year, the Central Coast Regional Water Control Board slapped the Cambria Community Services District with violations because the district was constantly late in notifying the board about failed water quality issues at its Sustainable Water Facility.

The water board also issued a cease-and-desist order against the district for a pond that deals with the

UNDER REVIEW President Donald Trump ordered Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke in April to review the statuses, boundaries, and protections of 27 national monuments—including SLO’s Carrizo Plain.

FILE PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

WATER RUMORS Cambria has been debating its sustainable water facility since 2014.

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project,” Laurance Shinderman, a spokesman for the Mesa Refinery Watch Group, told New Times shortly after the settlement was announced.

—Chris McGuinness

New York Times in 2017, though probably not in the way they’d hoped.

The website’s writers and co-founders, Karen Velie and Daniel Blackburn, were on the losing end of a libel lawsuit in March. After a trial, a SLO County jury determined that the pair had written and published false and defamatory statements about local waste management businessman Charles Tenborg in a 2012 article that accused the Arroyo Grande resident of illegally activity.

As a result of the guilty verdict, the jury awarded Tenborg $1.1 million in damages. In the wake of the verdict, CalCoastNews stood by its story, stating that some of its key witnesses had died or became unavailable before the trial, and that some it its evidence was not allowed to be presented to the jury.

While Tenborg attempts to collect his damages in SLO County court, CalCoastNews continues to publish articles on its website, as well as a new site called CalCoastTimes. Shortly after the verdict, the website filed an appeal in the case. According to records from the California’s 2nd District Court of Appeals, the case is ongoing, but will be dismissed if attorney’s for the website do not file their opening brief by Jan. 5.

—Chris McGuinness

Trump puts Carrizo Plain National Monument under review

Defenders of public lands united in 2017 to challenge a Trump administration review of 27 national monuments larger than 100,000 acres designated since 1996.

The executive order put the boundaries and protections of six California monuments on the metaphorical chopping block—including the beloved wildflower-speckled Carrizo Plain in SLO County. After a four-month review period that elicited an estimated 15,000 citizen comments (3,500 from Central Coast residents, according Los Padres ForestWatch) and a letter signed by more than 130 local businesses supporting the monument, Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke’s final recommendations to President Trump suggested no changes to the Carrizo Plain National Monument.

While the Carrizo Plain made it through 2017 unscathed, two monuments in Utah will see their boundaries dramatically reduced as a result of the review, Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante.

Monuments in Oregon (Cascade-Siskiyou) and Nevada (Gold Butte) could also see modest boundary reductions, and six other monuments may see management adjustments. None of the California monuments under review were targeted for changes in Zinke’s recommendations. ∆ —Peter Johnson FILE PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

LIBEL LOSS A SLO County Jury levied $1.1 million in damages against CalCoastNews after they found website reporters and co-founder Karen Velie and Daniel Blackburn guilty of libeling an Arroyo Grande businessman in a 2012 article.

waste created at the facility. The state still considers the facility, which cost $14 million and was built in 2014, to be for emergency use only—meaning it can only operate during a declared water shortage.

Meanwhile, the cost to build a new treatment facility in Morro Bay has risen to between $150 million and $168 million, but the city finally settled on a 15-acre site after bickering over four different proposals and a California Coastal Commission denial of renewed plans to build on the original site (where the current shared facility is). The city is currently working on an environmental review report and will be applying for a low-interest loan through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

—Karen Garcia

CalCoastNews loses libel lawsuit

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BY AMY HEWES

Persist and resist with the Women’s March “

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esistance is futile,” intoned the Borg, a malevolent race encountered by the Starship Enterprise.

Well, it’s been a Borg year, starting with corrosive dread (as poet Kevin Clark puts it) following the election, and continuing day after day after day with attacks on civil rights, voting rights, immigrants, women’s health, reproductive rights, health care, and the environment.

Now, the White House and Republican ranks in Congress have passed a bill that institutionalizes tax breaks for the wealthy and corporations. Even New Times conservative columnist Al Fonzi declares: “This [tax] package is the largest transfer of wealth from ‘Main Street’ to ‘Wall Street’ in my lifetime.”

It’s exhausting to keep up on all the ways in which this administration devalues our moral and ethical standards every day, and rolls back regulatory protections that safeguard the health and welfare of individuals, our society, and the environment.

After a year, we have to ask, “Is resistance futile?”

Wind back to Jan. 21, 2017, when our collective corrosive dread led to the Women’s March, drawing an estimated 5 million participants in the U.S. and around the world, including 10,000 here in San Luis Obispo. By all accounts, this was the largest single-day protest in U.S. history.

While my husband marched on Higuera Street, my daughter and I marched on Constitution Avenue in Washington, D.C.,

My election-induced miasma started to lift when we boarded the plane in Phoenix and found that 98 percent of the passengers were women marchers.

Our seatmate, a smartly dressed Republican in her early 70s, said, “I had to come.” I often find myself telling her story. She recounted an experience that served as a lifelong moral touchstone.

At 8 years old, she went to a Girl Scout camp in Texas that was integrated for the first time. On an overnight horseback ride, menacing white men in pickups with rifles appeared. The girls spent the night huddled in a local park with police officers guarding them.

Our seatmate said, “I vowed I’d never feel that kind of shame again.”

These were the kinds of stories and voices we heard in the nation’s capital, in San Luis Obispo, and across the globe.

What was the point? What did this action, these voices generate?

Having cut his resistance teeth on civil rights and the Vietnam protests, my husband says today, “I take hope from the cultural progress we’ve made over my lifetime.” Likewise, essayist Rebecca Solnit stated, “Actions often ripple far beyond their immediate objective, and remembering this is reason to live by principle and act in hope that what you do matters, even when results are unlikely to be immediate or obvious.”

I submit that one of the more immediate ripples of the Women’s March was catalyzing the landslide #MeToo movement.

We can thank Harvey Weinstein, of course, but when women are empowered to use their voices, well, the mighty can fall.

Like Judge Roy Moore, alleged pedophile and philistine candidate for the Senate from Alabama, who just lost to Doug Jones, the first Democrat to fill the position in 25 years. It may seem selfevident that the electorate would resist a man who recently stated that America was great back in the day when whites held slaves. But it was a close vote, and we should remember that resistance, activism, and voting, most especially by black women, brought about the Democratic victory.

Here’s a longstanding local example: Mothers for Peace came together in 1969 to take action against the Vietnam War. For the last 42 years, they have served as a principal watchdog of Diablo Canyon nuclear power plant. Using legal channels, including 25 legal challenges since the meltdown of the Fukushima plant in Japan, Mothers for Peace have stood their ground, raised their voices, and helped safeguard our community. As they state: “Perseverance is [our] strong suit.”

The women behind the Women’s March are nothing if not perseverant.

For local organizer Terry Parry, the action was “born out of disbelief, grief, and hopelessness,” but since the Trump inauguration, the San Luis Obispo group catapulted into an ongoing movement to bring rapid response to damaging policies.

“The first of these was the Muslim travel ban,” Parry said. “We organized a demonstration that drew hundreds within a day’s notice. That crystalized the mission of Women’s March San Luis Obispo [WMSLO]: We would provide a way for the community to assemble, show resistance, take action, and feel support.”

To mark a year of continued resistance, WMSLO is hosting a major event on Jan. 20. “Our purpose for this day,” Parry emphasized, “is not to march this year, but to re-energize, motivate, and celebrate all that has been accomplished in 2017.”

Women, men, children, young, old— ALL—are invited to assemble at Mission Plaza from 12 to 4 p.m. Parry noted, “The rally will speak to unity principles, which include civil rights, immigrant rights, reproductive rights, and the environment.

“We will have musicians, poets, and singers, who will accent these principles through the lens of their art. It is going to be a powerful day of renewal.”

Raise your voice. Commit to persist and resist.

For more information on WMSLO and the Jan. 20 rally, see womensmarchslo. com and on Facebook at facebook.com/ WomensMarchSLO/. ∆ Amy Hewes is actively involved in grassroots political action. Send comments through the editor at clanham@ newtimesslo.com.

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y reflection on 2017 is more like confusion and a shocking realization that I live in an alternate reality than someone, say, who isn’t considered to be a liberal freedomtaking snowflake.

Really, it’s like we—and by we, I mean wet, shivering office machines like myself and the other side (those politically incorrect cogs who buy into the Make America Great Again fallacy and don’t like being called white supremacists)— actually walk, live, and play in two completely different worlds. We see two different sets of truths.

There are all the people in the middle, too, of course. But those guys have been lost in the fracas, because the tug of war for power is a fight between the fringes, not the logicalthinking folks who make up the center of our political spectrum.

And I’m not sure how to reconcile that. It’s left me more than a little miffed as I watched it trickle down into debates over local policy decisions (nope, not like economics—because this isn’t a theory, it’s actually happening) in city, county, and local governing bodies.

The bickering at SLO County Board of Supervisors’ meetings has devolved into snide comments and exasperated sighs that fill the space between bitter arguments and accusations of malice and wrongdoing. It’s been increasingly hard to watch as they try to drag staff into their ideologically pointed arguments (I’m looking at you 5th District Supervisor

Debbie “I’m Just Asking … ” Arnold and 3rd District Supervisor Adam “That’s Exactly My Point” Hill). Hey guys, can you please put aside how much you hate each other for one god-forsaken second to actually make a positive decision for the good of the people?

Do you know how many SLO County staffers announced they were leaving or actually left this year? It’s definitely more than the high profile resignations, which include SLO County Planning and Building Director Jim “Even Arroyo Grande is Better Than This” Bergman, SLO County Administrative Officer Dan “We Almost Couldn’t Find a Replacement For Him” Bukshi, SLO County Air Pollution Control District Director Larry “I’m Sick of This Dust (And Hot Air)” Allen, and SLO County Health Agency Director Jeff “I’m Out Of Here Soon” Hamm. That’s a lot of turnover, and there’s been an awful lot of movement within the planning department because it’s lost a number of staff members.

I’m just going to leave you to draw your own conclusions.

Then there’s this craziness that happened at SLO High School in May when then special education teacher Michael Stack penned a letter published in the school newspaper, SLOHS Expressions, that cited a bible verse that stated people who commit homosexual acts “deserve to die.” WT actual F Michael?

It is one of those things that leaves

my gears agape.

At the time, I argued that people have a right to express their opinions under the First Amendment and people got pissed at me! Get in line guys!! Look, this paper prints crap I don’t agree with all the time—unbelievably stupid, crass, ignorant, discriminatory, racist, sexist, offensive opinions from people who live in SLO County—from my neighbors! But I can’t get mad at this liberal rag. Don’t you want to know why people see a different reality than you do? Maybe someday we can reconcile the two worlds … but I digress.

His letter and the public outrage that followed ended his employment with the high school, and San Luis Coastal Unified School District adopted a religious expression policy that clarified when, where, and in what manner it’s appropriate on campus. It didn’t really change much, but it’s the thought that counts. Power to the people!

Speaking of things that haven’t changed much and people who live in an alternate reality. Whatever happened to my favorite sexual assault investigator, SLOPD Sgt. Chad Pfarr? It’s been many moons since he made that ridiculous statement to a New Times reporter about how most sexual assault victims only think they were violated because they got black out drunk the night before—when really nothing

happened and they can’t control their alcohol. What in the actual hell Chad?

Remember how the SLOPD announced it was investigating the matter? Yeah. Me too.

Do you know how that investigation turned out? Yeah. Me neither.

I wonder when Chief Deanna Cantrell is actually going to say something about it. Yeah. She’s probably just hoping the whole thing goes away, nice and quiet like. But, we haven’t forgotten about it. And I’m kind of loud when my gears get to grinding away over here.

I wish I could use them to shred part of this petition that’s being circulated to ban water banking—a conspiracy theory that’s been pinging off the walls that contain Paso Roble’s groundwater basin for the last three years. It’s backers, Greg Grewal, Frederick Hoey, and former Congresswoman Andrea Seastrand, call the measure insurance.

Look, I get insurance. What I have a problem with are sentences like this one: “Special interests have identified this groundwater basin for manipulation and an opportunity for generating profits.”

That sounds scary. But don’t we already have regulations in place that protect us against this? So why is it that regulationhaters such as yourselves want to double down on those? Send me a note so I can understand the world you’re living in. I promise I won’t shred it.

In fact, I will share it. ∆ The Shredder doesn’t like to shred everything shredder@newtimesslo.com.

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THE BIG PICTURE

A new photography exhibit, featuring the work of Matthew Wilbourn, opens Jan. 1 at Gallery at Marina Square in Morro Bay. An opening reception takes place Jan. 12 from 5 to 8 p.m. The exhibit will remain on display through Jan. 29. Call (805) 772-1068 or visit galleryatmarinasquare.com to find out more.

—Caleb Wiseblood

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

NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA Enjoy dinner, dancing, live entertainment, and more. Dec. 31, 7 p.m. $65 for single tickets; $120 for couples. pewterploughplayhouse.net. Pewter Plough Playhouse, 828 Main St., Cambria, (805) 400-4737.

NEW YEAR’S EVE AT CAMBRIA PINES LODGE Enjoy two bars, free party favors, and live music by Shameless. Dec. 31, 9 p.m. Free. (805) 927-4200. cambriapineslodge.com. Cambria Pines Lodge, 2905 Burton Drive, Cambria.

NOON YEAR PARTY AT THE MORRO BAY LIBRARY Come celebrate a bit early and enjoy music, noisemakers, and a countdown to noon to bring in the New Year. Dec. 30, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Free. 805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.

PAWSABILITIES FOR VETERANS MATINEE FUNDRAISER Two showings of 101 Dalmatians with proceeds going to Pawsabilities for Veterans.

Seating is drive-in style. Bring blankets and pillows. Please RSVP. Dec. 28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $5.

805-225-2393. Inn at Morro Bay, 60 State Park Rd, Morro Bay.

THE TAVERN’S NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY WITH DJ PHIL Enjoy dancing the night away until the countdown into the new year. Dec. 31, 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Free. 805-995-3209. Old Cayucos Tavern & Cardroom, 130 N Ocean Ave, Cayucos, oldcayucostavern.com/.

VINTAGE HOLLYWOOD NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH Dress in your best vintage, 30’s -50’s Hollywood red carpet attire and enjoy dancing to live music by The Gold Souls and The Lauren Riffle Band. Entry includes a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Proceeds will benefit Morro Bay’s first responder teams.

Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $20. (805) 225-1312.

The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

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PASO ROBLES CASINO GRAND OPENING PARTY Celebrating the grand opening of Paso Robles Casino, Bar, and Lounge. Dec. 30 805-2260500. pasoroblescasino.com. Paso Robles Casino, 1144 Black Oak Dr., Paso Robles.

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2018 JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL Includes awardwinning narrative and documentary films from around the world and intimate conversations with the filmmakers. Jan. 6, 5:15-9 p.m. and Jan. 7, 12-9 p.m. Price varies. 805-426-5465. jccslo.com/slojff. html. Palm Theatre, 817 Palm St, San Luis Obispo.

AVILA BEACH NEW YEAR’S PARTY Enjoy an unlimited open bar, appetizers, photobooth, disco ball, a champagne toast at midnight, and dancing to live music from The Bobby Santa Cruz Band. For ages 21-and-up. Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $100. 805- 5952470. avilabeachresort.com. Avila Beach Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Dr., Avila Beach.

GREAT GATSBY NEW YEAR’S EVE Dress casual

BALL Bring your best mask and dance into 2018 with special guest DJ Bayati from Las Vegas. For ages 21-and-up. Dec. 31, 10 p.m. $40. (805) 5431843. slobrew.com. SLO Brew, 736 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

to the music of Unfinished Business and a buffet dinner by Giuseppe’s. Features a full no-host bar, door prizes, hats, noisemakers, and a champagne toast at midnight. Dec. 31, 5:30 p.m.-12:15 a.m. $80; $750 for a table of 10. 805-431-3067. unfinished-business.org. South County Regional Center, 800 W. Branch, Arroyo Grande.

NEW YEAR’S EVE: ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK

NEW YEAR’S EVE BLACKLIGHT BASH Bliss Cafe will be transformed into a blacklight lit wonderland, featuring a dance area, installation art, lounge and yoga/stretching space. This alcohol free, family-friendly event is open to all ages. Dec. 31, 9:30 p.m.-3 a.m. $20-$45; Free for kids under 12. 805-294-3523. blisscafeslo.com. Bliss Cafe, 778 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

NEW YORK THEMED NEW YEAR’S PARTY Enjoy

Admission includes a four-course meal and access to the After Party Celebration at 9 p.m. Tickets are limited and advanced purchase is recommended.

Dec. 31, 5 p.m. $35-$85. (805) 457-1616. thomashillorganics.com. Thomas Hill Organic Kitchen, 858 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE

Enjoy a four-course meal from Chef Victor, dancing, and live music by the Drive-In Romeos. Dec. 31, 6 p.m. $50-$160. eventbrite.com. The Cliffs Resort, 2757 Shell Beach Rd., Shell Beach, 773-5000. live music by Agents of Retro and countdown with Time Square as the ball drops at 9 p.m. Dec. 31, 6 p.m. finsbarandgrill.com. Fin’s Restaurant, 25 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, 805-473-3467.

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NOON YEAR’S EVE AT THE DISCOVERY MUSEUM Countdown to noon at this familyfriendly celebration. Decorate party hats and noisemakers and enjoy apple cider and cookies.

Dec. 31, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $6; free to members. 805928-8414. smvdiscoverymuseum.org. Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum, 705 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

NYE 2018 AT ROONEY’S IRISH PUB Featuring DJ Sparx and Mr. Butter. Enjoy multiple bars, extended areas, prize giveaways, and more.

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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Admission includes one complimentary drink, Hors D’oeuvres, and champagne to toast with. Dec. 31 $10 before 10 p.m. and $20 after. (805) 934-3777. rooneysirishpub.net. Rooney’s Irish Pub, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt.

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60S ROCK AND ROLL NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH WITH UNFINISHED BUSINESS Enjoy dancing

or in your best 1920’s attire. Party hats and noisemakers provided. No cover charge. Dec. 31, 8 p.m. Free. 805-296-1128. barrelhousebrewing.com.

Barrelhouse Brewing Co. Speakeasy, 1033 Chorro St., San Luis Obispo.

NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THOMAS HILL ORGANIC KITCHEN Enjoy dinner, live music, and dancing.

PHOTO COURTESY OF GALLERY AT MARINA SQUARE

INDEX Special Events ..........[18] Arts ............................[18] Music ......................... [21] Culture & Lifestyle.......[22] Food & Drink..............[25]

NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE PARTY Enjoy live music from The Boogie Knights and The Spazmatics. For ages 21 and older. Dec. 31 Free.

800-248-6274. chumashcasino.com. Chumash Casino Resort, 3400 E. Highway 246, Santa Ynez.

SOLVANG CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT TOURS Take part in a tour guided by a costumed tour guide with everyone holding a battery powered LED candle. Learn about Solvang and enjoy traditional Christmas carols. Limit of 20 guests per tour. Meet at the Visitors Center. Saturdays, 5 p.m. through Dec. 30 solvangusa.com. Solvang Park, Mission Drive and First Street, Solvang.

SOLVANG CHRISTMAS TREE BURN Supervised by the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.

One of the largest fire safety demonstrations and community gatherings on the Central Coast.

Coordinated by the Solvang Parks and Recreation Department. There will be free, live entertainment as well as refreshments for purchase. Jan. 5, 5-7 p.m. Free. solvangusa.com. Old Mission Santa Ines, 1760 Mission Drive, Solvang.

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CREATIVITY GROUP Different, creative 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.

MOSAIC PLAY DAY All projects are simple and appropriate for beginners. All materials are provided. Jan. 6, 1:30-4:30 p.m. $40-$85. 805286-5993. artcentermorrobay.org/. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

OIL PAINTING MONDAYS WITH JASON MAYR Learn to paint still life in oil. Beginner to advanced ARTS continued page 19

ARTS from page 18 students are welcome. Mondays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. through Jan. 15 $30-$35. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay.

ZEN DOODLE ADULT COLORING BOOK GROUP Relax and unwind with adult coloring books. Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon through Feb. 2 Free.

805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. S A N LU IS O B IS P O

BLACKSMITHING: BASIC SAFETY The first class in a series of two that you can take to use the forge and anvil at the space. Visit the website for instructions and requirements. Registration required. Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-noon Free. 805-2421285. slomakerspace.com/blacksmithing/. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, 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.

DEBBIE GEDAYLOO: ZENTANGLE AND THE ART OF MINDFUL CREATION Discover the practice of Zentangle and how it can increase focus, mindfulness, and creativity. Jan. 6, 12-4 p.m. and Jan. 7, 12:30-3:30 p.m. $60$75. 805-747-4200. artcentralslo.wordpress. com/2017/12/11/our-first-workshop-of-the-year/.

Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

FILM AND TV ACTING CLASS For all ages and skill levels. Optional showcases with major Hollywood talent agents and casting directors.

Sundays, 12-8:45 p.m. through Dec. 31 310-9101228. actorsedge.com. Mission Cinemas, 1025 Monterey St., SLO.

INTRO TO 3D PRINTING Learn how to use the 3D Printers and software. Once certified, and if Basic Safety has been passed, users can utilize the 3D printers with their own filament or pay for the filament onsite through membership, or free weekly SLO County Library Hours. Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. $50. 242-1285. slomakerspace.com/3dprinting/#class. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo.

INTRO TO CERAMICS STUDIO Take and pass our Intro to Ceramics Studio and have 24/7 unsupervised access to our Ceramics Studio.

Previous ceramics experience required, or our Intro to Ceramics class. 25lb of clay comes with this class. First Monday of every month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. $50. 242-1285. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo, slomakerspace.com.

INTRO TO CNC ROUTER Learn how to use the 4’x6’ CNC Router. Certified users who have passed Basic Safety can use the CNC Router (supplying their own material and bit) through membership or during free SLO County Library Hours. First Tuesday of every month, 7-9 p.m. $50. 242-1285. slomakerspace.com/cnc-routing/#class. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo.

INTRO TO IMPROV COMEDY CLASS Introduction to a 6 week improvisation course.

Jan. 3, 6-8 p.m. $150 for all 6 weeks. 805-2423109. centralcoastcomedytheater.com/classes.

Underground Brewing Company, 1040 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

INTRO TO LASER CUTTER AND ENGRAVER Learn how to use a 100 watt laser cutter and engraver. Users who are certified, and have passed Basic Safety, can use it on their own through membership, or through free SLO County Library Hours for and $0.50/min. cutting time. Mondays, 7-10 p.m. $50. 242-1285. slomakerspace. com/laser-cutting-and-engraving/#class. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo.

INTRO TO MIG WELDING Learn how to use the welder and welding station. Certified students who have passed Basic Safety can use the welding area through membership or during Free SLO County Library cardholder hours. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. $50. 242-1285. slomakerspace.com/store/ intro-to-mig-welding-class/. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo.

LEATHERCRAFTING: BASIC SAFETY For people with no previous leathercraft experience.

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ARTS from page 19 Includes overview and training of common leatherworking tools, safe tool use, and a discussion of materials needed for leathercraft.

First and Last Thursday of every month, 7-9 p.m. Free. 805-242-1285. slomakerspace.com/ leathercrafting/. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo.

WEEKLY EVENTS NEW

HAPPY HOUR

SLOMA ART SCHOOL CLASSES: AGES 5-6

TIMES

Mon-Thurs 6-8pm Buy 2 small plates, the 3rd is free!

DRINK SPECIALS Domestic Beers $3 · Imports/Micro Brews $4 Wine $5 · Cocktails $5 Margaritas/Martinis/Bloody Marys $6

ACOUSTIC SUNDAYS 7–10 PM

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.

WOODTURNING Basic Safety, Spindle, Bowl Turning I, Bowl Turning II and Advanced class.

Saturdays, Sundays, 10 a.m.-noon $50. 805-2421285. slomakerspace.com/woodturning/. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo.

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December 31st (New Year’s Eve)

INTUITIVE CIRCLE Mediumship development.

First Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday of every month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. through July 1 $15-$35.

805-489-2432. halcyonstore.com. Halcyon Store Post Office, 936 South Halcyon Rd., Arroyo Grande.

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BALLROOM, LATIN, AND SWING LESSONS Marie King and Kings of Swing offer dance lessons for all ages and skill levels. Couples and singles welcome. Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. $36 for 4-week session. 928-7799. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

WEDNESDAYS: LIVE MUSIC FIREPLACE ROOM 6-9PM

January 3rd

COUNTRY TWO STEP DANCE LESSONS From

THE RON McCARLEY JAZZ QUARTET

the basics to a variety of patterns. Dancers of all skill levels welcome. Thursdays, 6:15-7 p.m. $8.

805-680-5695. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

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EVERYBODY CAN DANCE Ballet workout classes for teens and adults. Tuesdays, 6 p.m. 937-6753. everybodycandance.webs.com. Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

FREE TYPEWRITING WORKSHOP FOR FAMILIES A typewriter workshop in honor of Kathleen Goddard Jones. For ages 8 and up. Please RSVP. Jan. 6, 10:30 a.m.-noon Free. 805-343-2455. dunescenter.org/event/defender-of-the-dunestypewriter-workshop/. Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center, 1065 Guadalupe St, Guadalupe.

BarrelHouse Brewing Co. hosts its annual Great Gatsby New Year’s Eve on Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the downtown SLO Speakeasy. Dress casual or in your best 1920’s attire. No cover charge. Call (805) 296-1128 or visit barrelhousebrewing.com for more info.

—C.W. Christopher Nolan. Jan. 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free.

805-781-1215. slolibrary.evanced.info/signup/ calendar. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

JULIA MORGAN BUILDING TOUR Member docents will guide you through our historic building and grounds. Tours may also be arranged by appointment. Mondays, 2-5 p.m. Free. 805-5410594. themondayclubslo.org. The Monday Club, 1815 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo.

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INTRODUCTORY BALLET 1 Tuesdays, 5

POETRY NIGHT Come enjoy an evening of poetry

p.m. 937-6753. everybodycandance.webs.com.

Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

featuring readings from others or works of your own. First Friday of every month, 6 p.m. Free. 3142368. Broadway Books, 906 S Broadway Suite B, Santa Maria.

INTRODUCTORY BALLET 2 Wednesdays, 6 p.m. and Fridays 937-6753. everybodycandance.webs. com. Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

INTRODUCTORY BALLET 3 Wednesdays, 6 p.m.

937-6753. everybodycandance.webs.com. Everybody Can Dance, 628 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

UKULELE CLASS Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. 9287799. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

WINTER MAKERSPACE Come to the Santa Maria Public Library Saturday’s for its weekly MakerSpace events. Create something different each week. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. through Feb. 24 Free. 805-925-0994. cityofsantamaria.org/ city-government/departments/library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

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MAKE YOUR OWN CUTTING BOARD Each participant builds their own hardwood cutting board from start to finish. No prior woodworking experience necessary. Drinks and light appetizers provided. Jan. 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $135. 805694-8095. shaunboydmadethis.com/saturdayworkshops/. Shaun Boyd Made This, 100 Industrial Way, Unit G, Buellton.

SPECIAL ART EVENTS www.sloymca.org

PARTY LIKE IT’S 1925

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THE UNDER $200 SHOW Includes a variety of local artists. All work is original and priced just under $200. Thursdays. through Jan. 11 805-464-0433. The ARTery, 5890 Traffic Way, Atascadero, the1artery.com.

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JUST OFF THE REEL: DUNKIRK Enjoy a free presentation of Dunkirk. Written and directed by 20 • New Times • December 28, 2017 - January 4, 2018 • www.newtimesslo.com

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

CHANGING TIDES: A FINE ART PAINTING AND PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW Features paintings in all media and photography that depict land and water-scapes that shape the Central Coast. Through Dec. 29 Free. 805-772-1068. galleryatmarinasquare.com. Gallery at Marina Square, 601 Embarcadero Ste. 10, Morro Bay.

LITTLE GEMS FOR THE HOLIDAYS This show spotlights seasonal work by local artists.

Thursdays-Sundays, 1-4 p.m. through Dec. 31 Free. 805-927-8190. cambriacenterforthearts. org/. Cambria Center for the Arts, 1350 Main St., Cambria.

PAINTINGS BY ROSEMARY PISCIOTTA Acrylic, oil, and watercolor paintings. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. through Dec. 29 Free. 805-9274336. slolibrary.org. Cambria Library, 1043 Main St., Cambria.

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HERO A exhibit celebrating heroes, persons admired for courage, outstanding achievements, and noble qualities. Jan. 4, 12-9 p.m. Free. 805238-9800. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org.

TRANSPARENTLY APPARENT An exhibit by local glass artist Nathan Doster. Through Jan. 10, 2018 Free. 805-466-3684. ärt/, 5806 Traffic Way, Atascadero.

VETERANS’ VOICE An opportunity for those who have served in the armed forces to express themselves through art. All branches of service, both active and retired, are welcome. All mediums

of artistic expression are encouraged. Jan. 2, 12-9 p.m. Free. 805-238-9800. Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org.

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ART AFTER DARK: TRIPLICITY Enjoy three artists in three different mediums. Original paintings and jewelry by Rod Steelman, mixed assemblages by Dorothy Riggs, and mosaic wall art by Greg Wilkins. First Monday-Sunday of every month, 6-9 p.m. through Jan. 30 805-542-9000. sloart.com. Frame Works, 339 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo.

CARNEVALE DI VENEZIA Photography depicting elegant dresses, costumes, masks and from all over Europe by Peggy Jansson and Cheryl Strahl. Through Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

805-543-8562. sloma.org/exhibits/coming-next. php?event=1493. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

LITTLE TREASURES A group show featuring talented local artists showcasing their work.

This exhibit ranges across all 2D and 3D art mediums. Through Dec. 31 Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralartsupply.com/Gallery.php. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

OFF THE WALLS 2017 Items are sold to benefit the exhibitions and education programs of SLOMA. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Dec. 31 805-543-8562. sloma.org/ calendar/index.php?event=1519. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

PHANTOM 8: ORIGINAL PRINTS BY CENTRAL COAST PRINTMAKERS Thursdays-Saturdays, 1-7 p.m. through Dec. 30 Free. 805-543-8562. sloma. org/exhibits/on-view.php?event=1527. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

SELECTIONS: NYC A reflection of the diversity one would encounter on wandering through the multitudinous galleries of New York’s arts districts.

The works chosen represent a wide variety of subject matter and studio practices. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through Jan. 1 805-543-8562. sloma.org. San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

WE THE EMPLOYEES: ARTISTS OF ART CENTRAL A collective exhibition of Art Central’s talented empoyees: William Silva, Kate Meissner, Katie Peña, Melissa Traynor, and Shauna Jellison.

Opening reception is Jan. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 5-31 Free. 805-747-4200. artcentralartsupply.com/.

Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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Exterminating Angel. Jan. 7, 2 p.m. $12-$22. 805756-4849. calpolyarts.org.

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BOTANICALS Featuring the work of Michelle Castle, who uses drawings from the 1600s that she hand-paints with watercolor to transform into vibrant illustrations. Through Jan. 4, 2018 805688-7265. winemerchantcafe.com. Los Olivos Wine Merchant Cafe, 2879 Grand Ave., Los Olivos.

THE JUDITH HALE GALLERY HOLIDAY ART SHOW Featured artists include Richard Myer, Dirk Foslien, Joe Mancuso, Sheryl Knight, and Dee Prater. Through Dec. 31 805-686-2322. solvangantiques.com. Solvang Antiques, 1693 Copenhagen Dr., Solvang.

THE STUDENT AND THE TEACHER Showcases paintings of ranching life by Theodore Waddell and Isabelle Johnson, Waddell’s former teacher. Through Feb. 5, 2018 805-686-8315. wildlingmuseum.org. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature, 1511-B Mission Drive, Solvang.

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

FOR THE BIRDS 2018: CALL FOR ARTISTS The Morro Bay Art Association is seeking original works for the annual For the Birds exhibit in celebration of the Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival. Through Jan. 9, 2018, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 805-772-2504. artcentermorrobay.org. Art Center Morro Bay, 835 Main St., Morro Bay. S A N LU IS O B IS P O

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, 2018 Varies. 805-747-4200. artcentralartsupply.com/. Art Central, 1329 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

STAGE MET LIVE IN HD: THE EXTERMINATING ANGEL American premiere of Thomas Ades’s The

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

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.

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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, 803-430-0260.

UNDERGROUND COMEDY NIGHT Enjoy live comedy, drinks, and

MUSIC LIVE MUSIC

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

THE GREAT AMERICAN MELODRAMA’S HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA Triple bill that features Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, zany characters in a fractured fairy-tale opera, and the seasonal music in the Holiday Vaudeville Revue.

Through Dec. 31 americanmelodrama.com. Great American Melodrama, 1863 Front St., Oceano.

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MIRACLE IN BEDFORD FALLS Orcutt Community Theater presents this musical adaptation of It’s A Wonderful Life. Jan. 6, 2-5 & 7-10 p.m. and Jan. 7, 2-5 p.m. $18 general admission; $15 for seniors and students; $12 for children under 10. 805-9373738. Orcutt Community Theater, 941 E. Foster Rd., Orcutt, orcuttcommunitytheater.com.

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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.

and lunch offerings available for purchase. No outside alcohol please. Dec. 30, 1-4 p.m. Free.

805-227-4812. vinarobles.com/events/SaturdayLive-feat--The-KWCombo. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.

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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.

BROWN BAG CONCERT WITH PHIL SILLAS Jan. 5, 12-12:45 p.m. Free. 805-543-5451. fpcslo. org. First Presbyterian Church of San Luis Obispo, 981 Marsh St., San Luis Obispo.

GLEN DELPIT AND THE SUBTERRANEANS Specializing in Bluesy American Roots music. Jan. 6, 8-11 p.m. 805-225-1312. The Siren, 900 Main St., Morro Bay, thesirenmorrobay.com/.

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more. Thursdays, 9-10:30 p.m. through Dec. 29 Free. 805-439-4200. facebook.com/ Undergroundbrewco/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel.

Underground Brewing Company, 1040 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

and lunch offerings available for purchase. No outside alcohol please. Jan. 6, 1-4 p.m. Free. 805227-4812. vinarobles.com. Vina Robles Winery, 3700 Mill Rd., Paso Robles.

BUCKETHEAD LIVE With Brain and Brewer. Dec. 29, 8-11 p.m. $27. 805-329-5725. Fremont Theatre, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, fremont. themovieexperience.com.

THE HIGH LIFE CAJUN BAND LIVE Potluck, jam, and

AN EVENING WITH KRIS KRISTOFFERSON

concert presented by the Red Barn Community Music Series. Jan. 6, 5-8:30 p.m. Donations accepted. 805-215-3238. highlifecajunband.com/. Red Barn at Los Osos Community Park, 2180 Palisades Ave., Los Osos.

Featuring two sets with an intermission. Jan. 5, 7-10 p.m. $47-$57. 805-329-5725. Fremont Theatre, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo, fremont.themovieexperience.com.

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THE BANJERDAN SHOW Check website for special guests. Dec. 28, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-7920505. torocreekeventcenter.com/. Last Stage West, 15050 Morro Road, Highway 41 at Torro Creek Road, Atascadero.

LIVE MUSIC Fridays, 6-8 p.m. Paso Robles Inn Cattleman’s Lounge, 103 Spring Street, Paso Robles, 238-2660.

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

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

IKORA HARP CONCERT Sean Gaskell presents a combined music and educational program featuring the sounds of the West African Kora harp.

Jan. 6, 2-3 p.m. Free. 805-781-5783. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., 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.

PICKNEW YEARS EVE POPS WITH THE SAN LUIS OBISPO SYMPHONY The SLO Symphony plays Broadway hits including songs from The Phantom of the Opera with the Forbes Organ.

Dec. 31, 7:30-9 p.m. $25-$90. 805-543-3533. slosymphony.org. Performing Arts Center, 1 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo.

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STEEL PANTHER LIVE Dec. 31, 8-11:30 p.m. $42. 805-329-5725. fremontslosteelpanther. eventbrite.com/?aff=NT. Fremont Theatre, 1035 Monterey St., San Luis Obispo.

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OPEN BLUES JAM Wednesdays Mongo’s Saloon, 359 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, 489-3639.

SINGER/SONGWRITER NIGHT Wednesdays, 8-10 p.m. figmtnbrew.com. Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co, A.G., 1462 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, 474-8525.

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LIVE MUSIC AT MOXIE CAFE Enjoy live music from local artists, food, and drinks. ThursdaysSaturdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. moxiecafe.com/music/.

Moxie Cafe, 1317 W McCoy Lane, Santa Maria.

LIVE MUSIC AT ROONEY’S Live music or a DJ every Friday night. Fridays, 9 p.m. Free. 805-9343777. rooneysirishpub.net. Rooney’s Irish Pub, 241 S Broadway St., Ste. 101, Orcutt.

LIVE MUSIC WEDNESDAY EVENINGS Enjoy live music from a different band/musician each week.

Wednesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 805-937-6400. facebook.com/cadelgrevino. Ca’ Del Grevino Cafe and Wine Bar, 400 E. Clark Ave., suite A, Orcutt.

NOON YEARS CELEBRATION Featuring the Riptide Big Band. Presented by the Santa Maria Valley Sr. Club and the Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department. Funded by a grant from the Community Foundation of SLO. Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 805-925-0951 ext 2207. RiptideBB.com.

Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria.

NOON YEAR’S WITH RIPTIDE BIG BAND Featuring Bob Nations. Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Free. (805) 925-0951. Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria.

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SGT. PEPPER LIVE The Lompoc Theatre Project is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Enjoy live music from Sgt. Pepper, a celebrated Beatles tribute band from the LA area. VIP guests and sponsors are invited to a pre-show party with wine, appetizers, desserts, and an opportunity to mingle with the band.

Dec. 30, 7:30 p.m. $29-$99. (805) 380-6777. lompoctheatre.org. Lompoc Civic Auditorium, 217 S L St., Lompoc.

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CRAFTED: LIVE MUSIC SERIES Features artists from all genres of music. Thursdays, 6 p.m. and Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m. 686-4742. bottlest.com.

Bottlest Winery, Bar & Bistro, 35 Industrial Way, Buellton.

FORT TAYLOR, CA Dec. 30, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Free.

(805) 967-0066. coldspringtavern.com. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara.

FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ Live music every Friday.

No cover charge. Snacks, dinner, cocktails, and wine available for purchase. Call for reservations.

Fridays, 6-9 p.m. through Dec. 29 Free. 805-6881778. thebearandstar.com. The Bear and Star, 2860 Grand Ave., Los Olivos.

THE HOLLYWOOD HILLBILLIES Dec. 29, 8 p.m. Free. (805) 686-4785. mavericksaloon.org.

Maverick Saloon, 3687 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez.

RON HELMAN LIVE Enjoy live jazz from Ron Helman. Dec. 31, 6-9 p.m. Free. 805-686-1359. thebearandstar.com. The Bear and Star, 2860 Grand Ave., Los Olivos.

THE RUBEN LEE BAND Dec. 30, 5-8 p.m. Free.

(805) 967-0066. coldspringtavern.com. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara.

SEAN WIGGINS LIVE Dec. 29, 6-9 p.m. Free.

(805) 967-0066. coldspringtavern.com. Cold Spring Tavern, 5995 Stagecoach Rd., Santa Barbara.

DJ/DANCE

Bring your dancing shoes. Thursdays, 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Free. 805-478-3980. DJ’s Saloon, 724 E Ocean Ave., Lompoc.

KARAOKE/OPEN MIC N O R T H C O A S T S LO C O U N T Y

MY NEW FAVORITE SONG CONTEST 10 contestants play two songs each (originals encouraged, but covers are ok). Three judges award prizes for Best Song, Performer, and My New Favorite. Sign up in advance. First Tuesday of every month, 6:30-9 p.m. through May 1 $5 entry fee. 805204-6821. songwritersatplay.com/calendar/. Morro Bay Wine Seller, 601 Embarcadero, Morro Bay. S A N LU IS O B IS P O

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

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

KARAOKE NIGHT THURSDAYS AT CHARLIE’S PLACE Featuring DJ Ree-Car-D’oh. Happy hour pricing until 10pm. Thursdays, 8-11 p.m. 805-4411633. Charlie’s Place, 981 Foothill Blvd., San Luis Obispo.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT 7SISTERS For musicians, poets, and comedians. Family-friendly. Performers get a free beer. Sundays, 6-8 p.m. Free. 805-8687133. 7sistersbrewing.com/calendar. 7Sisters Brewing Company, 181 Tank Farm Rd. Suite 110, San Luis Obispo.

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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, 489-3639.

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KARAOKE AT SOLVANG BREW Thursdays Free.

(805) 688-2337. Solvang Brewing Company, 1547 Mission Dr., Solvang.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT SOLVANG BREW Wednesdays Free. (805) 688-2337. Solvang Brewing Company, 1547 Mission Dr., Solvang.

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

ADVENTURES WITH NATURE Docent-led hikes, classes, and workshops open to all and generally free. Mondays-Sundays. through Dec. 31 Morro Bay State Park, 60 State Park Rd., Morro Bay, 805-772-7434.

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HULA DANCING Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. 937-9750.

Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

LINE DANCING Mondays, 6:30-9 p.m. $5. 9379750. Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave., Orcutt.

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THIRSTY THURSDAYS WITH DJ VEGA Playing today’s and yesterday’s hits. No cover charge.

The opening reception for We the Employees, a collective exhibition of Art Central’s employees, takes place Jan. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Art Central in SLO. Featured artists include William Silva, Kate Meissner, Katie Pena, Melissa Traynor, and Shauna Jellison.

Call (805) 747-4200 or visit artcentralartsupply.com to find out more.

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

Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m. Free. 805-544-6366.

Facebook.com/CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

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

Fridays, 5-8 p.m. 4 Booster Buy In. 805-544-6366.

Facebook.com/CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

MAGIC: THE GATHERING AT CAPTAIN NEMO Magic: The Gathering (Standard/Type 2). Refreshments available on site for purchase.

Mondays, 5-8 p.m. 2 Boost Buy In. 805-544-6366.

Facebook.com/CaptainNemoGames. Captain Nemo Games, 563 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo.

MINIATURE GAMING AT CAPTAIN NEMO Refreshments available on site for purchase.

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

PEACE LITERACY Paul K. Chappell, Peace Leadership Director of the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation, presents his workshop on the peace literacy skills needed to overcome challenging times. Jan. 6, 10 a.m.-noon Free. 805-238-9800.

Studios on the Park, 1130 Pine St., Paso Robles, studiosonthepark.org.

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BI-LINGO Informal conversation to practice Spanish language skills for anyone with basic Spanish-speaking skills. Fourth Thursday of every month, 6-7 p.m. Free. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

COMMUNITY FOOD CENTER The center

DJ DRUMZ Fridays Mongo’s Saloon, 359 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, 489-3639.

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history of metaphysics with a different topic each week. Led by Tobey White Heart Crockett. Fridays, 12-1 p.m. $10-$20 suggested donation. 805 772 2880. facebook.com/groups/MBMetaphysicians.

Coalesce Garden Chapel, 845 Main St., Morro Bay.

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is a food pantry offering nutritional classes.

Wednesdays, 3-5 p.m. Free. 967-5741, Ext. 107. El Camino Community Center, W. Laurel Avenue and N. I Street, Lompoc.

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BOARD GAME NIGHT AT CAPTAIN NEMO Refreshments available on site for purchase.

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

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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.

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

SLO SKIERS MONTHLY MEETING A local non-profit sports and social club for adults. First Wednesday of every month, 7-8 p.m. Free; $40 for membership. 805-528-3194. sloskiers.org. SLO Elks Club, 222 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo.

SLO TABLE TENNIS All ages and skill levels welcome. Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7-10 p.m. and Sundays, 4-7 p.m. Free. 215-4963. Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa, San Luis Obispo.

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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 9291615. Nipomo Senior Center, 200 E. Dana St., Nipomo.

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HI-WAY DRIVE-IN SWAP MEET Come to the Hi-Way Drive-In for the Sunday Swap Meet. Sellers: $20; Produce sellers: $25; Buyers: $2 car load.

Sundays, 4:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 805-934-1582. HiWay Drive-In, 3170 Santa Maria Way, Santa Maria.

RECREATION AND PARKS DEPARTMENT: MAH JONGG Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 9222993. Elwin Mussell Senior Center, 510 Park Ave., Santa Maria.

SANTA MARIA TOASTMASTERS WEEKLY MEETING Toastmasters International is a worldwide nonprofit educational organization that empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. 264-6722. santamaria.toastmastersclubs.org/. Toyota of Santa Maria, 700 E Beteravia Rd., Santa Maria.

TRI CITY SOUND CHORUS OF SWEET ADELINES INTERNATIONAL Welcomes all women who are interested in learning about barbershop-style music singing and performing.

Thursdays, 6:45-9:30 p.m. 736-7572. Lutheran Church of Our Savior, 4725 S. Bradley Road, Orcutt.

TRIVIA NIGHT Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Free. naughtyoak.com. Naughty Oak Brewing Co., 165 S Broadway St Ste 102, Orcutt.

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

CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS MEETING Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) is a 12-step recovery program for anyone who desires to have healthy and loving relationships with themselves and others. Saturdays, 1-2:15 p.m. Free. 805-203-5875.

Cambria Connection, 1076 Main St., Cambria.

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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.

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FAMILY CAREGIVERS SELF-CARE SUPPORT GROUP Family caregiving is emotionally, mentally, and physically demanding, and puts the caregiver CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 23

CULTURE & LIFESTYLE from page 22 at increased risk for health problems. Join other family caregivers for an opportunity to share ideas and learn how to care for yourself while you care for your loved one. First Wednesday of every month, 3-4:30 p.m. Free. 805-534-9234. Office at UCP/ Ride On Transportaion, 3620 Sacramento Dr., #201, San Luis Obispo.

NAR-ANON - LET IT BEGIN WITH ME Nar Anon is a support group for those who are affected by someone else’s addiction. Tuesdays 458-7655. naranoncentralca.org/meetings/meeting-list/. San Luis Obispo, Citywide, SLO. S A N TA M A R I A VA L L E Y/ LO S A L A M O S

FAMILY CAREGIVERS SELF-CARE GROUP Enhance your self-care skills and engage with other family caregivers in your community. First Wednesday of every month, 10:30 a.m.-noon through June 6 Free. 805-569-8950 ext. 4. Bethel Lutheran Church, 624 E. Camino Colegio, Santa Maria.

FAMILY CAREGIVERS SELF-CARE SUPPORT GROUP Share ideas and learn how to care for yourself while you care for your loved one.

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon Free. 805-569-8950.

Bethel Lutheran Church, 624 E. Camino Colegio, Santa Maria.

TRUAMA INFORMED PARENTING GROUP

Presented by CALM, this is a foster parent class.

Tuesdays 965-2376. calm4kids.org. Church For Life, 3130 Skyway Dr., Suite 501, Santa Maria.

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BASIC COMPUTER HELP Come to learn basic computer skills. Call to sign up. Thursdays, 8:30-10 a.m. Free. 805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay. PAINT PARTY No artistic experience necessary.

All materials and supplies provided. Participants may take their canvases home. Saturdays, 6-9 p.m. through Dec. 30 $40. 805-772-9095. foreverstoked.com/paint-party/paint-party.html.

Forever Stoked, 1164 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay. S A N LU IS O B IS P O

SLO COUNTY LIBRARY CARDHOLDER FREE HOURS SLO County Library Cardholders can have free access to SLO MakerSpace (after taking Basic Safety) five days a week. Cardholders can use our woodshop, sewing, or general free areas, or complete any specialty classes and use that machine/area during Library Hours. TuesdaysFridays, 4-7 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

0. 805-242-1285. slomakerspace.com/libraryprogram/. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste.

160 and 180, San Luis Obispo.

SLO MAKERSPACE BASIC SAFETY A requirement for anyone who wants to use SLO MakerSpace tools and space. Features a walkthrough reviewing all areas of the shop that can be dangerous to you and others. Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon Free for Members and SLO County Library Cardholders. 242-1285. slomakerspace.com/store/makerspace-basicsafety-class/. SLO MakerSpace, 81 Higuera St., Ste. 160 and 180, San Luis Obispo.

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 Explore yoga postures and

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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.

MEDITATION FOR WISDOM AND WELL-BEING Experience the practical benefits of meditation.

Fridays, 10:30 a.m.-noon through Jan. 19 Free.

805-772-6394. Morro Bay Library, 625 Harbor St., Morro Bay.

NEW YEAR YOGA CHALLENGE Use cards to record your progress. These cards will be used PHOTO COURTESY OF OMNI YOGA

increase strength and flexibility. Set to inspiring music and appropriate for beginners. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. email support@getstudiofit.com.

805-776-3676. Cassandra Bodlak, 349 Quintana Rd., Morro Bay, studiofitnessmorrobay.com.

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CAT YOGA CLASSES Sundays, 10:15-11:30 a.m. $20. 543-9316 Ext. 10. woodshumanesociety. org/news-and-events/event.php?id=347. Woods Humane Society, 875 Oklahoma Ave., San Luis Obispo.

RESTORATIVE GANJA YOGA Traditional restorative ganja yoga event featuring two hours of restorative yoga, meditation, and breathing guidance along with a wide selection of cannabis offerings. Jan. 6, 7-10 p.m. $25. vanaspati.yoga/ event/ganja-yoga-01-06-17/. Venue announced upon registration, NA, Los Osos, NA.

YMCA OPEN HOUSE 2018 Enjoy fitness class demonstrations, giveaways, children’s activities, and more. Jan. 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 805-543-8235. facebook.com/events/309710432839866/. SLO County YMCA, 1020 Southwood Dr, San Luis Obispo.

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CANDLELIGHT RESTORATIVE YOGA Release and open your body with breath, props, and meditation. Mondays, 7-8 p.m. yogaformankind.com.

Yoga for Mankind, 130 N Broadway, Suite B, Orcutt.

DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE Simple, meditative, and joyous circle dances using music, mantras and movements from a variety of cultures and spiritual traditions. First Sunday of every month, 2-4 p.m. $8 - $10 donation. 805-717-1933.

Unity Chapel of Light Church, 1165 Stubblefield Rd., Orcutt, unitysantamaria.net/.

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37TH ANNUAL CAYUCOS POLAR BEAR OCEAN DIP Celebrate the new year with a cold dip into the ocean. Festivities start at 9:30am. Dip starts at noon. Jan. 1, noon Free. visitavilabeach. com. Cayucos Pier, Ocean Front Avenue, Cayucos.

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AVILA BEACH POLAR BEAR PLUNGE The

CLEAR YOUR MIND

Omni Yoga is hosting its New Year Sankalpa Workshop on Jan. 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. Use Sankalpa to focus both psychologically and philosophically on a specific goal for 2018. Admission is $30 to $35. Call (805) 215-4565 or visit omniyogastudio.com for more info.

—C.W.

annual Avila Beach Polar Bear Plunge is a celebration of fitness, nature, camaraderie, and a New Year. Meet on the South side of the Avila Beach Pier for photos and encouragement from fellow plungers. Spectators and photographers can gather on the pier for the best vantage point of the plungers. No alcohol allowed and no diving from the pier. Plunge attire is swimsuit and/or athletic gear.

Costumes are always welcomed. Jan. 1, 11:45 a.m.

Free. visitavilabeach.com. Avila Beach Promenade, 404 Front St., Avila Beach.

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Mosaic Play Day takes place Jan. 6 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Art Center Morro Bay. The featured projects are simple and appropriate for beginners. All materials are provided. The price ranges from $40 to $85. Call (805) 286-5993 or visit artcentermorrobay.org to find out more.

—C.W.

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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.

PAJAMA DRAMA: DRAMA AND IMAGINATIVE PLAY CLASSES Drama and imaginative play

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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.

ticket free to this game. Dec. 30, 7 p.m. gopoly. com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY MEN’S BASKETBALL VS UCSB Jan. 4, 7 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

CAL POLY WOMEN’S BASKETBALL VS CSU BAKERSFIELD Final non-conference game of the season. Dec. 29, 7 p.m. gopoly.com. Mott Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

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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.

Athletics Center, 1 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, 805-756-7297.

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ADVENTURES WITH NATURE Docent-led hikes, classes, and workshops open to all ages throughout the weekend. Dec. 31 centralcoastparks.org/ wp-content/uploads/2017/11/AWn-Dec-2017-FinalCopy.pdf. Montaña de Oro, 3550 Pecho Valley Rd, Los Osos, (805) 528-0513.

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(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.

MAGICIAN JIM WILSON LIVE Enjoy a morning of magic with Jim Wilson, who will levitate people, make things disappear, and perform other tricks.

Jan. 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free. 805-781-5775. slolibrary.org. San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., San Luis Obispo.

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moderate to strenuous hike on a loop that covers par ts of two trails at Lopez Lake. Meet at the park registration of fice. Rain cancels event. Dec. 30, 12-2 p.m. $10 parking.

805-788-2381. Lopez Lake, 6800 Lopez Dr., Arroyo Grande.

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AIKIDO FOR KIDS AGE 4-13 AiKi-MitES

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.

WINTER CAMP For ages 3 through 13. Enjoy foam pits, indoor trampolines, bars, and more under staff supervision. no prior gymnastics experience required. Before and after care available. Children must be toilet trained. Through Dec. 29, 9:30 a.m.2:30 p.m. 805-547-1496. performanceathleticsslo. com. Performance Athletics Gymnastics, 4484 Broad St., San Luis Obispo.

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TEEN MOVIE: EVERYTHING EVERYTHING Movie screening open to middle and high school students.

Dec. 29, 4-6 p.m. Free. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

BUILD FOR THE WIN LEGO CHALLENGE Bring your Legos and build a creation fitting a challenge given to you by staff members. People’s Choice Awards will be given to the entries that receive the most votes. Registration begins Dec. 28. Jan. 4, 4-5 p.m. Free. 805-925-0994. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

HOMEWORK HELP Free after school homework help for grades K-6. Mondays-thursdays, 4-7 p.m. through May 31 Free. 805-925CULTURE & LIFESTYLE continued page 25

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0994. cityofsantamaria.org/city-government/ departments/library. Santa Maria Public Library, 421 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria.

READALOUD The Buellton Library presents ReadAloud, a play-reading group for adults, teens and children 9 and up. Fridays, 4-5 p.m. Free.

688-3115. Buellton Library, 140 W. Highway 246, Buellton.

SPIRITUAL S A N LU IS O B IS P O

LOVE IN FLIGHT INTERSPIRITUAL SOCIETY Initiating the consciousness of the sacred in 2018. Enjoy live music, a special candle lighting ceremony, and more. Dec. 31, 10 a.m. lifisslo.org.

San Luis Obispo Library, 995 Palm St., 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.

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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.

YOUTH SERVICES The City Church Central Coast holds youth services for junior high school students. Mondays, 6:30 p.m. Free. 929-8990. thecitycc.org. Faith Life Community Church, 726 W Tefft St, Nipomo.

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WISDOM READINGS WITH ANNKATHLEEN AnnKathleen has been reading the Tarot and Oracle Cards for over 25 years. Fridays-Sundays, 12-5 p.m. $25-$85. 805-598-1509. divining.weebly.com.

Divine Inspiration, 947 E Orange St, Santa Maria.

VOLUNTEERS S A N LU IS O B IS P O

CASA INFO SESSION Learn about volunteer opportunities at CASA of SLO County. Become an advocate for an abused or neglected infant, toddler, child or teen, or a mentor for a young adult leaving foster care. Training provided.

Please RSVP. Jan. 4, 1-2 p.m. 805-541-6542. slocasas.org. CASA Office, 75 Higuera St. Ste. 180, 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. 805544-2266. hospiceslo.org/services/hospice-slocounty-threshold-singers. Hospice SLO County, 1304 Pacific St., San Luis Obispo.

MEALS ON WHEELS Meals on Wheels, San Luis Obispo, needs noon time drivers. Must have own

A screening of Heal, a documentary on self-healing, takes place Dec. 29 at 7 p.m. at the San Luis Obispo Public Library. The film features interviews with Deepak Chopra, Anita Moorjani, Marianne Williamson, and others. An open discussion with local healers will follow the screening. Visit hopedance.org for more info.

—C.W. 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 S A N LU IS O B IS P O

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.

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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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ORCUTT FARMERS MARKET Presents local farmers and small businesses. Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Orcutt Farmers Market, Bradley Road, Orcutt.

LO M P O C/ VA N D E N B E R G

LOMPOC FARMERS MARKET Features fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers, entertainment, and activities for the whole family. Fridays, 2-6 p.m.

Lompoc Farmers Market, Ocean Avenue and I Street, Lompoc.

VANDENBERG VILLAGE FARMERS MARKET Locally grown produce and food stuffs are available year round. Sundays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. through Sept. 30 Vandenberg Village Farmers’ Market, 120 Burton Mesa Blvd., Lompoc.

EVENTS S A N LU IS O B IS P O

NEW YEAR’S EVE WINEMAKER DINNER End 2017 with wines from Silver Horse Winery paired with a winter themed menu. This dinner will be held in the Harvest Room. Dinner starts at 6pm and there will be a special New Year’s toast at 9pm. Dec. 31, 6 p.m. 805-544-0713. slochamber.org. Silver Horse Winery, 6985

Ontario Rd., 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 alike! Tuesdays, 9-11 p.m. Free. 805-541-4420. woodstocksslo.com/ events/. Woodstock’s Pizza, 1000 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo.

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WINE TASTING WITH THE WINTER PASS Enjoy 15 wine tastings at participating Santa Ynez tasting rooms. No black-out dates. Through Jan. 31, 2018, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $45. 800.563.3183. santaynezwinecountry.com/association-events.

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Make believe

End 2017 and start off 2018 being whoever you want to be at SLO Brew’s New Years Eve Masquerade Ball.

Ring in the New Year at the place to be on Dec. 31.

Break out your best mask and get ready to dance into 2018 with guest DJ Bayati, coming out from Las Vegas to get the dance floor rockin’.

The party goes from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. General admission tickets are $40 per person, while VIP Bottle Service Packages range from $400 for a party of six to $650 for a group of 14. Purchase tickets at ticketweb.com.

The clean plates club

You know that niggling sense of guilt that creeps up when your eyes are bigger than your tummy and more of the plate’s contents go into the trash instead of your mouth?

Well, it may be justified.

GleanSLO will host a viewing of Wasted! The Story of Food Waste at the Palm Theatre on Jan. 10 at 7 p.m.

Through the eyes of chefheroes like Anthony Bourdain, Dan Barber, Massimo Bottura, and Danny Bowien, audiences will see how the world’s most influential chefs make the most of every kind of food, transforming what most people consider scraps and rejects into incredible dishes that feed more people and create a more sustainable food system.

Tickets will be sold at the door, and proceeds benefit GleanSLO. Visit the Wasted!

The Story of Food Waste event page on Facebook for more information. Δ —Ryah Cooley

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BY RYAH COOLEY

525,600 minutes

FILE PHOTO BY JAYSON MELLOM

A year in review for SLO County arts

W

hile the dumpster fire that was 2016 may have spilled over into 2017, it wasn’t all bad.

Here in San Luis Obispo County, the arts scene also had its downs with the cancellation of the beloved PasoArts Fest and President Donald Trump’s travel ban preventing a filmmaker from Iran from attending the SLO Film Festival. But there were triumphs too, with SLO Little Theatre going professional and paying casts and crews for main stage productions; the SLO Museum of Art launching a capital campaign for a new building; and, according to a survey

by Americans for the Arts, local arts groups brought in $27 million. Read on to discover New Times’ ranking of a year in the arts.

Arts Editor Ryah Cooley thinks 2018 will finally be the year she masters the handstand.

Contact her at rcooley@newtimesslo.com.

FILE PHOTO COURTSY OF ALLYSON MAGDA

Will act for rent

Giving back to the arts doesn’t always have to mean writing a big check. Instead, the SLO Repertory Theatre is asking members of the community to open their homes to traveling actors.

The theater is seeking host homes for some actors and directors who will be coming to San Luis Obispo in 2018.

Some of these artists will be performing in The Producers, The 39 Steps, Lost in Yonkers, and Annie!

The theater matches guest artists with hosts living in the area for the duration of their time working at the theater.

Guest artists’ stays range from three weeks to three months, and part-time hosts are also needed for shorter-term stays.

If interested, visit slorep.org or contact Production Stage Manager Amanda Johnson at stagemanager@slorep.org.

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SLO LITTLE THEATRE GOES PRO In May, Kevin Harris of the SLO Little Theatre announced it would be rebranding as the SLO Repertory Theatre, transitioning from a community theater to a professional theater. Starting in August the theater employed all paid casts and crews for main stage productions while beginning to plan a capital campaign for a brand new theater.

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GOOD BYE PASO ARTSFEST For the better part of a decade, Paso ArtsFest, put on by Studios on the Park and the city, was a unique event in the SLO County arts scene, offering free admission and activities to the community and tourists alike. In 2016, about 10,000 people filled the downtown park to peruse paintings for sale, watch the quick-draw event, learn how to build a masterfully sculpted sand castle, or simply sip wine and enjoy the live music. So it came as a shock to the community in February when Studios on the Park announced that the festival was canceled this year, due in part to a lack of volunteers.

3 SLOMA THINKS BIG In January, the SLO Museum of Art announced a capital campaign to raise $15 million to build a new, bigger, and better art museum, hopefully starting with a groundbreaking in 2019. The new museum will sit on the same plot of land as the current one on Broad Street in downtown SLO. FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF FESTIVAL MOZAIC

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MONEY IN THE ARTS Scott Yoo conducted the Festival Mozaic Orchestra earlier in 2017 at Cuesta College’s Cultural and Performing Arts Center.

The festival was one of 28 organizations to participate in the Arts and Economic Prosperity 5 Survey, which revealed that nonprofit arts are a $27 million industry in SLO County. The survey was spearheaded by Arts Obispo and marked the first time SLO County has quantified the economic impact of arts organizations.

5 IMPACTS OF TRUMP’S TRAVEL BAN President Donald Trump’s travel ban prevented an Iranian filmmaker, Hassan Akhondpour, from attending the SLO Film Festival in March. Originally implemented through an executive order in January, the temporary ban blocked citizens from seven predominately Muslim countries—Iran, Iraq, Syria, Libya, Sudan, Yemen, and Somalia— from entering the U.S. In early February, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit rejected the president’s bid to reinstate the ban on the grounds that the administration had shown no evidence that anyone from the seven countries had committed terrorist acts on U.S. soil. Despite this reversal, the filmmaker wasn’t able to set a new appointment for a travel visa in time. Akhondpour’s film, Fereshteh, Daughter of Ahmad, was still shown at the festival.

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Strictly Not Starkey

BY CAMILLIA LANHAM

FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF JADE JACKSON

Ear candy

LOCAL HERO Jade Jackson’s May release, Gilded, made Ryan East’s picks for top 10 albums of the year.

What you should have listened to in 2017, according to the staff at Boo Boo Records

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’ve been feeling like my repertoire of music needs a definitive update.

And after the staff members at Boo Boo Records provided New Times with their Top 10 releases of 2017, I felt like I just needed to throw everything away and start over. But thankfully, Jan. 1 is almost here, and now I have some lists to help kick start my search for new tunes … in 2018.

Look, I get it.

I’m way behind.

Guess what though? You probably are, too, unless you work at a record store.

So, even though you won’t admit it to yourself, I’m going to help you out.

Here’s the down low on hip picks, in every genre imaginable but no particular order:

Fred Friedman’s jazzy, soulful, bluesy faves

• Steve Winwood: Greatest Hits Live “The songs span the length of his career.”

• Bill Evans: Another Time, The Hilversum Concert - “A newly discovered 1968 concert.”

• Ranky Tanky: Ranky Tanky - “Saw their performance at the Monterey Jazz Festival. I couldn’t wait to get their CD.” • Jaco Pastorius: Truth, Liberty & Soul - “A never before released 1982 concert recording from the late genius of the bass.”

• Mavis Staples: If All I Was Was Black “Mavis keeps getting better with age.”

• Stanton Moore: With You In Mind “Outstanding tribute to Allen Toussaint.”

• Don Bryant: Don’t Give Up On Love “A gem from this unknown veteran soul singer and writer.”

• Bill Frisell/Thomas Morgan: Small Town - “Anything Bill Frisell records is going to make my list of top recordings.”

• Jack DeJohnette, Larry Grenadier, John Malik Thorne’s Medeski and John Scofield: Hudson - “Four eclectic, even jazz all stars coming together and making electric, picks it work.”

• Vijay Iyer Sextet: Far from over - “I • Cigarettes after Sex: Cigarettes After saw this group at the Ojai Music Festival Sex - “Blissed out serenades. Simple yet seductive.” and they were amazing.”

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Arts STARKEY from page 28

Frank Hayes’ metal masterpieces with other things, too

• War Cloud: War Cloud - “Modern technicians of a classic sound in the same vein as Pentagram, Black Sabbath, and UFO.” • Exhumed: Death Revenge - “It’s the perfect soundtrack for any horror fan.”

• Brume: Rooster - “Brume are a female fronted psychedelic, doom metal power trio that call San Francisco home.”

• Conan: Man is Myth - “It has been described as ‘caveman battle doom.’”

• Sonny Clark Trio: 1960 Time Sessions - “Bob Jazz fans have a reason to celebrate with this long lost gem.”

• The Obsessed: Sacred - “A hard rock/ metal masterpiece 20 years in the making.”

• Slowdive: Slowdive - “A rare shoegaze treasure to take you back in time to when it was at the height of popularity.”

• Iced Earth: Incorruptible - “It’s epic, heavy, and full of dynamic flare that Iced Earth have always been known for.”

• Iron Maiden: Book of Souls Live “They are still selling out arenas for a reason and Book of Souls Live is just another feather in the band’s giant hat” • Bearcats: No Friends - “Local female duo stomps down any stereotypes with a luscious, Riot Girrrl inspired indy pop/punk.”

Dustin Lehman’s nostalgia-charged releases

• At the Drive-In: in•ter a•li•a - “It oozes raw, punctuated power that makes you want to challenge the world!”

• Slowdive: Slowdive - “Somehow this album is perfect for both a rainy day or a sunny beach cruise. How do they do it?!”

• Time Machines: Time Machines - “We finally got a re-issue of this monolithic drug-fueled masterpiece! Maximum volume required.”

• Robert Turman: Veiling Reflections “There are, without question, no rivals to his trance-inducing tape loop rhythms.”

• Chelsea Wolfe: Hiss Spun - “Our dark princess strikes again! The cover art symbolizes the sound perfectly.”

Strictly Not Starkey • Drew McDowell: Unnatural Channel -“The mastermind behind Time Machines and a key player in the experimental scene. This second solo effort really showcases his genius.”

• Swans: The Great Annihilator/ Drainland [reissue] - “One of my all-time favorite albums and the pinnacle of pre break-up Swans!”

• Coil: Astral Disaster [prescription edition reissue] - “Trust me, you need more Coil in your life.”

• The Doors: The Doors & Strange Days [mono reissues] - “A breath of fresh air for these seminal albums.

The mix sounds like you are the only audience member in a private show. Is everybody in?”

• Pink Floyd: 1965-1967 Cambridge Station - “While full of amazing and rare Barrett-era cuts, we finally see an official release, mix, and master of Scream Thy Last Scream and the fabled In The Beachwoods!”

Ryan East’s mostly twang hits

• Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit: Nashville Sound - “Politically and emotionally charged alt-country from one of the most talented songwriters working today.”

• Tyler Childers: Purgatory - “Booze and cocaine-fueled fun recorded over two days by heavy hitters in Nashville and produced by Sturgill Simpson.”

• Deer Tick: Vol. 1 - “Favorite song of the year is ‘Me and My Man’ sung from a dog’s perspective.”

• Beck: Colors - “Such perfectly crafted pop with chops that get better with every listen.”

• The Creston Line: Vagabonds -“Emotional roller coaster of an album that didn’t leave my player for a month.”

• JD McPherson: Undivided Heart & Soul - “Full vintage soul rock ‘n’ roll fun from front to back.”

• Old ’97s: Graveyard Whistling “Check out the video for ‘Good with God,’ featuring Fred Armisen on drums, although unfortunately missing the haunting howl of Brandi Carlile as the voice of God.” • Jade Jackson: Gilded - “Mike Ness produced local hero achieving international FILE PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CRESTON LINE

PUT IT ON REPEAT Vagabonds, The Creston’s Lines’ 2017 release, is an “emotional roller coaster of an album.”

acclaim for what is undoubtedly the first of many gigantic albums.”

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• Ikebe Shakedown: The Way Home “Soul, funk instrumental fire from Brooklyn released by our friends at Colemine Records.”

Gabriel Olivarria chooses pop, punk, hip-hop, and dreams • Maktha Verskan: III - “Pure catchy post-punk joy.”

• Power Trip: Nightmare Logic - “Riff on riff! Amazing follow up record.”

• Ho99o9: United States of Horror “First full-length album of pure non-stop hell.”

• Ariel Pink: Dedicated to Bobby Jameson - “Amazingly catchy pop.”

• Midnight: Sweet Death and Ecstasy “Disgusting and filthy, aka, a new solid midnight record.”

• Stallion: From the Dead – “What I imagine 1985 sounded like.”

• Beach House: B-Side and Rarities “Purely dreamy A-side worthy material.”

• Yung Lean: Stranger - “Sadboy for life.”

• Depeche Mode: Spirit -“Amazing 14th studio album.”

• Machine Girl: Because I’m Young Arrogant And Hate Everything You Stand For - “38:46 of absolute chaos.”

Abe Gibson is underground, rockin’, and ethereal • Pearls Before Swine: One Nation Underground - “Freak folk classic originally issued by ESP gets a 50th anniversary reissue via Drag City.”

• Shabazz Palaces: Quazarz: Born On A Gangster Star, Quazarz vs. The Jealous Machines - “Seattle hip-hop duo release two albums of exquisite far-out space jams on the same day.”

• Sleaford Mods: English Tapas -“I don’t know how I got through life before I heard these guys.”

• Cate Le Bon: Crab Day – “Hear Cate shine before Bradford Cox ruins her!”

• SQÜRL: EP - “Jim Jarmusch’s band is way better than the last couple of movie’s he’s made.”

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• Lee Ranaldo: Electric Trim - “Former Sonic Youth guitar man collaborates with bestselling author Jonathan Lethen in the Dylan/Levy, Garcia/Hunter vein.”

• Acid Nightmares - “Killer compilation of lost stoner jams from the Numero group.”

• Hüsker Dü: Savage Young Dü “Another stellar release from the Numero Group that compiles all the early material from the band.”

• Bonnie “Prince” Billy: Best Troubador - “Will OIdham’s tribute to one of California’s finest—Merle Haggard. ∆ Editor Camillia Lanham knows you’re waiting for Glen Starkey to come back, but still wants you to check the New Times’ calendar for New Year’s shows! Send comments to clanham@newtimesslo.com.

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FIGUEROA MOUNTAIN BREWING CO.: 1462 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, (805) 474-8525, 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. Thurs.: Front Row Karaoke. 12/28: DJ Camote from 5 to 9 p.m.; 12/29: Three 4 All from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; 12/30: 6250 from 3 to 7:30 p.m. and Three 4 All from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; 12/31: DJ Camote from 3 to 7:30 p.m. and Three 4 All from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; 1/5: Cougrzz Rock 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. Open blues jam every Wed.; DJ Drumz every Fri.; Karaoke with DJ Sam every Sun. 12/30: Scratch from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; 1/6: MidlifeCriss from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

MR. RICK’S: 404 Front St., Avila Beach, (805) 595-7425, mrricks.com. 12/29: Legends; 12/30: Bluz Dogz; 12/31: Kenny Taylor; 1/5: LBS; 1/6: Legends: 1/7: DJ Sparx.

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.

12/28: Open Mic with Jeremy Best at 7 p.m.; 12/29: Ryan Royer at 7 p.m.

SEAVENTURE: 100 Ocean View, Pismo Beach, 773-4994. 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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Acoustic acts every Sun. BARRELHOUSE BREWING CO. SPEAKEASY: 1033 Chorro St. (805) 296-1128, barrelhousebrewing.com.

12/21: Vinyl Nights: The Ideals at 7:30 p.m.; 12/27: Matt Suarez 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. 12/29: Buckethead; 12/31: Steel Panther; 1/5: Kris Kristofferson.

FROG & PEACH PUB: 728 Higuera St., (805) 595-3764.

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.

LUNA RED: 1023 Chorro St., (805) 540-5243.

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.

STEYNBERG GALLERY: 1531 Monterey St. (805) 547-0278.

TAP IT BREWING COMPANY: Clarion Ct., (805) 545-7702, tapitbrewing.com.

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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. 12/23: The Ricky Montijo Duo at 5:30 p.m.

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. 12/28: The Real Blues Jam from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.; 1/5: Dirty Cello 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. 12/28: The BanjerDan Show at 6 p.m.; 1/4: 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. 12/29: Louie Ortega from 6 to 9 p.m.; 12/30: Nataly Lola from 6 to 9 p.m.

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.

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. 12/28: The Billy and Charlie Duo from 8 to 11 p.m.; 12/29: Marcus DiMaggio from 3 to 6 p.m. and Mighty Croon Dogs from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.; 12/30: The Edge of Art from 9 to 11:55 p.m.; 1/1: Marcus DiMaggio from 8 to 11 p.m.; 1/2: Louie Ortega from 8 to 11 p.m.; 1/3: Andy Scott from 8 to 11 p.m.; 1/4: LBS Duo from 8 to 11 p.m.; 1/5: Marcus DiMaggio from 3 to 6 p.m. and GT and Friends from 9 to 11:55 p.m.; 1/6: Bobby Malone from 3 to 6 p.m. and The Edge of Art 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.

STAX WINE BAR: 1099 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, (805) 772-5055, staxwine.com. Live music Thurs. and Sun. from 6 to 8 p.m.

WINDOWS ON THE WATER: 699 Embarcadero, Suite 7, Morro Bay, 772-0677.

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THE MASTER AND THE STUDENT A very reluctant Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) finally agrees to teach Rey (Daisy Ridley) the ways of the Jedi.

One more time Editor’s note: New Times Arts Editor Ryah Cooley and Staff Writer Karen Garcia stepped in for Glen and Anna Starkey this week.

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n Star Wars: The Last Jedi, writer/director Rian Johnson (Looper, Brick) continues the Skywalker saga as the heroes of The Force Awakens join the galactic legends in an epic adventure that unlocks ageold mysteries of the Force and shocking revelations of the past. (152 min.)

Ryah So the powers that be made another Star Wars movie, and it’s about as good as you’d expect. Which is to say that if you’re into the franchise it’s definitely worth seeing in theaters. But even a boatload of nostalgia can’t save Star Wars: The Last Jedi from making some snafus and fumbling along at points, but we forgive (mostly) because it’s Star Wars and also because of all the feelings about seeing the late and great Carrie Fisher on screen one more time. Our badass protagonist Rey (Daisy Ridley) is off to find Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) on his random, remote island to bring him back to help the flailing resistance and train her in the ways of the Jedi (spoiler: Luke is not having it) while some adorable space birds, porgs, hop and chirp about. Finn (John Boyega) and newcomer Rose (Kelly Marie Tran) try to find a gambling code breaker who can help buy the

know who her parents are or why they deserted her.

Kylo Ren, the most emo of all characters, is tormented because he murdered his father, Han Solo. The Last Jedi continues the ongoing battle of good versus evil.

Ryah The title of the movie is also misleading, since resistance more time in its fight against the First Order.

Luke isn’t the last Jedi, and neither is Rey, since even Meanwhile Princess Leia (Fisher) and trigger-happy though Kylo Ren is working for the dark side now, he’s fighter pilot Poe (Oscar Isaac) try to keep the rebel still technically a Jedi. We also get hints at the next alliance’s ship afloat, while Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) is generation of Jedi beyond Rey and Kylo Ren. (In fact, disappointing his boss, Supreme Leader Snoke, aka Lord director Johnson is developing a new Star Wars trilogy Voldemort (Andy Serkis). that might not have any crossover characters.) And it’s Karen What’s interesting about the latest chapter in definitely not the last Star Wars movie, with another the saga is the connection that Rey is building with the film slated to come out in 2019. When are the rebels Force. While it’s thought that Luke gonna catch a break? They’ve is the last Jedi needed to save the been fighting the dark side for Rebellion, let’s be real: There are STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS a long, long time. That said, the great forces of power within Rey vulnerable dynamic between Rey What’s it rated? PG-13 and Kylo Ren. Not to mention Finn, and Kylo Ren is interesting and What’s it worth, Ryah? Matinee who is pretty handy with a light new. Seeing Hamill and Fisher What’s it worth, Karen? Full Price saber when needed. Rey seeks Luke onscreen in their old roles is Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, not only for his help with the fight heartwarming for anyone who Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy, Bay against the First Order, the next grew up loving the franchise, generation of the Empire, but also which makes ultra awkward for his teachings. There is a strong sense of the Force lines like, “Feel the Force with your feelings” tolerable. within her, she just doesn’t know how to harness or We also waste quite a bit of time on a few plot lines that understand it. That connection has brought a different seem unnecessary, like Finn and Rose’s jaunt to the kind of communication between her and Kylo Ren. casino planet of Cantonica, where they never even find Wherever the two are, they are able to communicate the person they’re looking for. Questions about Rey’s with one another and even see the other’s surroundings. parentage and WTF happened to Luke are left kind of The line of communication opens up not only because answered, kind of not. But they’ve gotta get us to the they share feelings of angst, but also they are both next film somehow. caught between the light and dark sides. Rey doesn’t Karen I will admit, as much as I loved this film and will definitely be seeing it probably two more times in theaters, it dragged on. It could have gotten to the point a lot faster, and I agree, the side story of Finn and Rose wasn’t completely necessary. But the film explodes with the best light saber battle I’ve seen in a while. The whole film just pops with harsh colors of red and black, filling the audience with the perils of being in the grasp of the New Order. With that said, I always feel a rush of giddiness with the opening credits running from bottom to top, in the familiar yellow font, and the theme song on full blast. I loved the screen time that Chewie (Yes, we’re on a nickname basis, so I don’t have to say Chewbacca) gets with the porgs. I need about 10 of those furry creatures, thank you very much. Let’s also take another moment to remember the late Fisher, the forever princess of the galaxy. There were many powerful scenes CONFLICTED Kylo with Fisher that not only made me tear up, but I also Ren (Adam Driver) felt that they alluded to her death. Leia was always the wrestles heavily with his stronger natured character in the Star Wars franchise, inner darkness and light and she held onto that to the very end. The Rebel in The Last Jedi: The Alliance is nothing without its leader, but, alas, other Force Awakens. characters will take the reins. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for the next movie, and I can proudly say that I will always be rebel scum. ∆ Contact Arts Editor Ryah Cooley at rcooley@newtimesslo.com.

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DARKEST HOUR

What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? The Palm During the early days of World War II, with the fall of France imminent, Britain faces its darkest hour as the threat of invasion looms.

As the seemingly unstoppable Nazi forces advance, and with the Allied army cornered on the beaches of Dunkirk, the fate of Western Europe hangs on the leadership of the newly appointed British Prime Minister Winston Churchill (Academy Award nominee Gary Oldman). While maneuvering his political rivals, he must confront the ultimate choice: negotiate with Hitler and save the British people at a terrible cost or rally the nation and fight on against incredible odds. Directed by Joe Wright, Darkest Hour is the dramatic and inspiring story of four weeks in 1940 during which Churchill’s courage to lead changed the course of world history. (125 min.)

—Focus Features

THE DISASTER ARTIST

What’s it rated? R What’s it worth? Full Price Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Galaxy James Franco stars and directs this biopic about filmmaker Tommy Wiseau (James Franco), who in an acting class meets Greg Sestero (Dave Franco). The two form a friendship and head to Hollywood to make a film called The Room. The screenplay by Scott Neustadter and Michael H. Weber is based on the book The Disaster Artist: My Life Inside The Room, the Greatest Bad Movie Ever Made, by Greg Sestero and Tom Bissell.

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The Disaster Artist is the story of an earnest, quirky dreamer—a real oddball but also a free spirit. It’s about testing the limits of this dreamer’s philosophy and can-do spirit. It’s also about the limits of friendship, commitment to one’s art, and the danger of mixing dreams with unlimited funding.

Greg Sestero is a 19-year-old pretty boy who wants to become an actor. Tommy Wiseau is a charismatic weirdo who’s long on confidence but short on talent. He’s a mystery to Greg, who wishes he had Tommy’s fierce belief in himself.

The first third of the film develops their burgeoning friendship as they attempt to get a foothold in Hollywood. Tommy may be confident on the outside, but he’s also emotionally needy, and he becomes possessive of Greg. When it becomes clear that Hollywood isn’t interested in Tommy and only mildly interested in Greg, they hatch their plan to make their own movie, mysteriously financed by Tommy himself.

The Disaster Artist accentuates the mystery behind Tommy, who claims to be Greg’s age (though he’s clearly much older) and whose Eastern European accent he claims comes from his New Orleans upbringing. Tommy is a liar and deeply protective of his lies, telling Greg he’s not allowed to talk about him to anyone.

It’s all very strange, and though you might think watching a film about the making of a terrible film would also be terrible, it’s in fact awesome! Tommy is deeply interesting, and though he’s a talentless actor, director, writer, and producer, he committed to his “art.” That’s admirable.

According to IMDB, Wiseau was born on Oct. 3, 1955, in Poznan Poland, but who knows?

Rumors said the money came from organized crime. All I know is that he and Sestero (born July 15, 1978, in Walnut Creek) are still friends and still act together. Sestero wrote a film that he and Wiseau starred in called Best F(r) iends, about a homeless man who befriends a mortician, and they go into business together, leading to paranoia. There’s also a sequel.

These guys are both committed dreamers, making it happen!

Aside from the humor, what I most enjoyed about The Disaster Artist was watching Tommy

and Greg’s friendship evolve, devolve, and evolve again. The Franco brothers do a great job slipping into these two characters, James especially, adopting Wiseau’s affectations without it feeling like mere mimicry.

At the end of the film, after the credits begin, scenes from The Room and those same scene recreations from The Disaster Artist are played on split screen, so you can see them simultaneously. Wow. Just, wow! It’s hard to believe The Room exists and still has a life out there.

James Franco has paid homage to Wiseau and his terrible movie, and in what can only be described as perverse irony, I bet The Disaster Artist ends up getting some Oscar nods. I’m sure Wiseau will feel like he deserves the credit. (103 min.)

—Glen Starkey

DOWNSIZING

What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? The Palm, Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy When scientists discover how to shrink humans to 5 inches tall as a solution to overpopulation, Paul (Matt Damon) and his wife, Audrey (Kristen Wiig), decide to abandon their stressed lives in order to get small and move to a new downsized community—a choice that triggers life-changing adventures. (135 min.)

—Paramount Pictures

FATHER FIGURES

What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy Two brothers (Owen Wilson and Ed Helms) hit the road to find their long-lost dad after they learn that their mom (Glenn Close) has been lying to them about his death. Lawrence Sher directed this comedy. (113 min.)

—Warner Bros. Pictures

FERDINAND

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WAR Winston Churchill (Gary Oldman, center) struggles with negotiating with or fighting against Hitler’s Nazi Germany in Darkest Hour.

big heart. After being mistaken for a dangerous beast, Ferdinand (John Cena) is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure. Set in Spain, Ferdinand proves you can’t judge a bull by its cover. (107 min.)

—Blue Sky Studio/20th Century Fox

THE GREATEST SHOWMAN

What’s it rated? PG What’s it worth? Rental Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10, Park, Fair Oaks, 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.

But it doesn’t gloss over everything either.

Jackson’s Barnum is shown foremost as a loving husband and father, although we get glimpses of an egomaniacal side as well. He justifies his lust for fame and fortune with Walter Whiteesque lines like “I’m doing all of this for you and the family” to his wife, Charity (Michelle Williams). But even after he’s made enough to provide for her and their two children (Austyn Johnson and Cameron Seely) for more than a few lifetimes, Barnum seems more discontent than ever— primarily because the circus has made him more infamous than famous.

But, like most of the problems in The Greatest Showman, this internal conflict of self-worth vs. reputation is solved speedily in a single song and never addressed again— which I inherently have nothing against. This is the kind of thing musicals are meant for (some of the best have told entire arcs within even shorter songs). Unfortunately The Greatest Showman never quite deserves that liberty, as it feels more like a collection of big budget music videos than a cohesive piece. Having said that, some of these “videos” are quite lavish and visually arresting.

One of the most memorable musical numbers is “Rewrite the Stars,” performed by SLO County native Zac Efron (as Phillip Carlyle, Barnum’s business partner) and Zendaya (as Anne Wheeler, one of Barnum’s acrobats).

Watching these two swing around each other on the trapeze ropes is way more entertaining than the onslaught of CGI so prevalent in other sections of the film. The song’s lyrics are pretty cut-and-dried (they’re in love, but they’re also so different from each other, yada yada yada), but the tune is pretty catchy.

“This is Me,” performed by Keala Settle (as Lettie Lutz, Barnum’s bearded lady), is equally memorable. Its sequence follows Lutz and the rest of Barnum’s gang of “freaks” as they crash a high society party.

Those are probably the only two songs I’m able to hum from memory. The rest of the soundtrack is pretty underwhelming, but it’s even more disappointing if you go in knowing Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (the lyricists behind La La Land) are the composers responsible.

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 MOVIES continued page 35

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JUMANJI: WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Stadium 10, Sunset Drive-In, Park, Galaxy When four high-school kids discover an old video game console with a game they’ve never heard of, Jumanji, they are immediately drawn into the game’s jungle setting, literally becoming the avatars they chose: gamer Spencer becomes a brawny adventurer (Dwayne Johnson); football jock Fridge loses (in his words) “the top 2 feet of his body” and becomes an Einstein (Kevin Hart); popular girl Bethany becomes a middle-aged male professor (Jack Black); and wallflower Martha becomes a badass warrior (Karen Gillan). What they discover is that you don’t just play Jumanji—you must survive it. (112 min.)

—Columbia Pictures

LADY BIRD 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 STAR What’s it rated? PG Where’s it showing? Sunset Drive-In A small but brave donkey named Bo (Steven Yeun) yearns for a life beyond his daily grind at the village mill. One day he finds the courage to break free, and finally goes on the adventure of his dreams. On his journey, he teams up with Ruth (Aidy Bryant), a lovable sheep who has lost her flock, and Dave (Keegan-Michael Key), a dove with lofty

aspirations. Along with three wisecracking camels and some eccentric stable animals, Bo and his new friends follow the star and become unlikely heroes in the greatest story ever told—the first Christmas. (86 min.)

—Sony Pictures Animation

GET SMALL In Downsizing, Paul (Matt Damon, left) tries to get more out of life by being shrunk down to just five inches tall.

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI

What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Bay, Stadium 10, Park, Galaxy See Split Screen.

What’s it rated? PG-13 Where’s it showing? Downtown Centre, Park, Galaxy Now graduated from college and out in the real world where it takes more than a cappella to get by, the Bellas return in Pitch Perfect 3, the next chapter in the series. After the highs of winning the World Championships, the Bellas find themselves split apart and discovering there aren’t job prospects for making music with your mouth. But when they get the chance to reunite for an overseas USO tour, this group of awesome nerds will come together to make some music, and some questionable decisions, one last time. (94 min.)

—Universal Pictures

THE SHAPE OF WATER

What’s it rated? R Where’s it showing? The Palm, Stadium 10 From master storyteller Guillermo del Toro comes The Shape of Water, an otherworldly fairy tale, set against the backdrop of Cold War-era America, circa 1962. In the hidden high-security government laboratory where she works, lonely Elisa (Sally Hawkins) is trapped in a life of isolation. Elisa’s life is changed forever when she and co-worker Zelda (Octavia Spencer) discover a secret classified experiment.

Rounding out the cast are Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Doug Jones, and Michael Stuhlbarg. (119) —Fox Searchlight Pictures

place in Seattle and follows the story of a 12-year-old foster child named Jesse, played

by Jason James Richter (The Never Ending When? 1993 Story III, Last Rampage), who gets busted for What’s it rated? PG vandalizing and stealing food from a local Where’s it available? DVD, marine amusement park. Jesse’s social worker is able to have him placed in a foster home Streaming on Netflix only if he agrees to clean up his act by literally ow that the forced family fun of the holiday cleaning up his graffiti. While working to clean season is over, it’s time to sit on the couch up both the park and his act, Jesse comes and decompress. Let the inevitable scroll across Willy the whale (played by Keiko, an through Netflix commence. I landed on Free orca discovered at an amusement park in Willy, you know, amusement parks, whales, Mexico). Willy was recently captured by local angsty teenagers—it totally seemed like a whalers and brought in to try and boost park light-hearted movie to zone out to. attendance and revenue. But Willy wasn’t Filmed in the early 1990s, Free Willy takes having any of it, being very PHOTO COURTESY OF WARNER BROS. PICTURES uncooperative with the staff and trainer Rae Lindley, played

by Lori Petty (A League of Their Own). But Jesse and Willy form a close bond when Jesse falls into the tank and Willy saves him from drowning, starting a friendship with both the whale and the whale’s keeper Randolph Johnson (August Schellenberg, Eight Below), a local Haida native who teaches Jesse they ways of his tribe.

Soon Jesse is able to teach A BOY AND HIS WHALE Free Willy tricks. The park owner Willy tells the heartwarming story of Dial, played by Michael Ironside Jesse (Jason James Richter) and (Turbo Kid), sees this unlikely pair Willy the orca whale (Keiko). together and then sees dollar

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THREE BILLBOARDS OUTSIDE EBBING, MISSOURI 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 at different twists and turns in the story.

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

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signs. He comes up with a plan to have the duo host “The Willy Show,” where the orca will be on full display and do various tricks. Willy obviously starts to freak out and bang against his tank trying to escape, damaging it and not listening to Jesse. Can you blame him? Being in a tank surrounded by tons of children just banging on the glass sounds like one of my worst nightmares. Jesse thinks this is all his fault and plans to run away from home again, but before leaving, he needs to say good-bye to Willy. That is when Jesse notices Dail’s assistant and other men going down to the observation portion of the tank and damaging it further.

Jesse decides it’s time to bail Willy out.

With Dail and his posse hot on their trail, they manage to get Willy back into the water, but Dail and his whaler buddies are waiting. Jesse sees this and starts running for the seawall but the seawall is blocking Willy from being able to escape. This is when I lost it.

I know it’s not one of the best movies in the world, but damn, Free Willy really knows how to tug at your heart strings. So, if you’re looking for a nice way to decompress and have some time to yourself, I highly recommend it (112 min.) Δ —Giselle Armstrong

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FLATLINERS

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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 dying,” “And still no arrests?” and “How come, Chief Willoughby?”

It’s a move that instantly sets the town aflutter, leading the viewer down several storylines. There’s police chief Bill Willoughby (Woody Harrelson, The Glass Castle, Nanking), who feels targeted by the billboards while he’s simultaneously dealing with life-threatening cancer. And we can’t forget Willoughby’s ne’erdo-well deputy Jason Dixon (Sam Rockwell, Frost/Nixon, In The Soup), who has a history of allegedly torturing black people but somehow still has the trust of his boss. And there’s the squirmy ad salesman Red (Caleb Landry Jones, Get Out, The Social Network), who surprisingly shows enough gumption to put the billboards up even though he gets flak being (we think) one of the few gay people in town. Meanwhile, the doeeyed used car salesman James (Peter Dinklage, Game of Thrones) makes not so subtle passes at Mildred after she gives an interview on TV. At home, not everyone is on board with Mildred’s bold move. Her teen son, Robbie (Lucas Hedges, Manchester By The Sea), is thrown further into depression by the memories the billboards drag up of his sister.

And things get downright violent between Mildred and her abusive ex-husband, Charlie (John Hawkes, Lincoln).

The writing is impeccably sharp, with searing lines thrown in at the most emotionally potent moments, and yet, there are so many laughout-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. We’re dealing with very real problems, but this is a world where the consequences for, say, throwing someone out a window or committing arson don’t really line up with reality at all. (115 min.) Δ —Ryah Cooley New Times movie reviews were compiled by Arts Editor Ryah Cooley and others. You can contact her at rcooley@newtimesslo.com.

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BY RYAH COOLEY

Holiday magic Ending the season at Cambria Christmas Market

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t was the eve before Christmas Eve, and guys, I was not feeling it.

Due to an unseasonably busy December, I hadn’t gotten around to putting up many festive ornaments, never mind an entire tree. In the days past, I had managed to be quarrelsome with loved ones. In the days ahead, Santa would bring me the phlegmiest cough with limited breathing for Christmas, and my mom, perhaps in a fit of seasonal affective disorder, would forbid all cooking and order sushi (that last part ended up being rad). Ho, ho, ho, indeed.

Still, on the night of Dec. 23, my boyfriend and I went to the Cambria Christmas Market, because damn it, those tickets are non-refundable and cost $22 a pop after online processing fees.

Last year, I’d gone earlier in the month and was kind of bummed I’d waited so long to make it happen this go round, but I was hopeful that the twinkling splendor would work its magic and reignite the Christmas spirit in my soul.

We parked at Coast Union High School and waited literally two seconds before hopping on the shuttle that took us to the Cambria Pines Lodge-turnedwinter wonderland.

The market is made up of three components: the beautiful light

installations, the garden shop, and of course the German style Christmas Market complete with food and craft vendors.

Tummies rumbling, we made our way to the market where we happily ordered brats with sauer kraut, German style potato salad, coffee, and gluhwein—or hot mulled wine. Things were already looking up.

Hot beverages in hand, we made our way over to the lights, starting with the rainbow colored tunnel, which is the gateway to the rest of the twinkling and a popular spot for all those #tistheseason and #blessed posts people are so fond of putting on Instagram at this time of year.

As we passed by wonder after brightly shining wonder—the Snow Queen, a giant orange elephant, the Golden Gate Bridge, icicles, a roaring outdoor fire pit, and even just a toddler who was happily trying to eat some dirt against his mother’s wishes—I began walking with a little bounce in my step. Maybe it was the love for all mankind, maybe it was the luminous beauty all around me, or maybe it was just my second cup of gluhwein starting to kick in, but it was finally starting to feel like Christmas. Δ Arts Editor Ryah Cooley is lit up like a Christmas tree at rcooley@newtimesslo.com.

MERRY AND BRIGHT The tunnel of lights at the V.C. Cambria Christmas Market is a popular spot for photos and is the inspiration for many a festive Instagram post.

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Flavor LOCAL SNACK ATTACK Spicy three bean chili served hot at 7Sisters Brewing Company satisfies on chilly January nights. You’ll also want to try their extensive grilled cheese selection, which ranges from a simple kids version to one featuring ciabatta and pancetta. As always, all ingredients are sourced locally from in and around SLO County.

TOP OF THE MOUNTAIN 7Sisters Brewing Company located on Tank Farm Road is the new place for ecoconscious brews and locally sourced snacks.

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STICKING WITH SEVEN 7Sisters Brewing Company owner/brewer Steve Van Middlesworth has named his beers after SLO’s seven famous sisters, or morros. Try the Cabrillo Peak Amber, Morro Rock Kolsch, Hollister Peak Belgian, Islay Hill IPA, Black Hill Pepper Stout, Bishop Peak Blonde, or Cerro San Luis Spiced Imperial Stout.

BY HAYLEY THOMAS CAIN

Seven beers for seven sisters Cheers to (really) green beer at 7Sisters Brewing Co.

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an Luis Obispo’s “Seven Sisters” are more than pretty places to hike and snap sweaty selfies. They are relics from our ancient past, quietly reminding us that time marches on ... and on, and on. The chain of volcanic mountains and hills located between Morro Bay and San Luis Obispo were created more than 20 million years ago during the Miocene Epoch of the Neogene Period (don’t worry—you will not be quizzed on this).

Looking out across our serene sisters on a clear day, it’s hard to believe these oak-covered vistas were once volcanic masses of impossibly hot magma. It’s weird to think that the smoldering plugs eventually cooled and solidified inside softer rock, which has since eroded away.

This may severely depress or totally inspire you. Either way, it might make you want to cheers with your buddies and enjoy this landscape while it’s still ours.

Steve Van Middlesworth, owner/head brewer of 7Sisters Brewing Company, couldn’t think of a more fitting tribute to the land he loves.

His new brewery and taproom, located off Tank Farm Road, is currently serving up “seven beers for seven sisters” every Tuesday through Sunday.

These hyper-local offerings include a Cabrillo Peak Amber, Morro Rock Kolsch, Hollister Peak Belgian, Islay Hill IPA, Black Hill Pepper Stout, Bishop Peak Blonde, and Cerro San Luis Spiced Imperial Stout.

For Van Middlesworth, a connection

Sister, sister

In addition to serving its own Seven Sisters-inspired brews, 7Sisters Brewing Company has other local brewery and cidery offerings on its taps, including Two Broads Ciderworks of SLO and Naughty Oak Brewing of Orcutt. Check out the event calendar this winter: It’s chock-full of happenings, including open mics, Friday pint nights, a monthly comedy night, Wednesday Irish music performances, and more. The brewery is located at 181 Tank Farm Road in San Luis Obispo and open Tuesday through Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m., Friday from 4 to 10 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 10 p.m. For more information, call (805) 868-7133 or go to 7sistersbrewing.com.

to nature doesn’t stop at a cute name (or seven). He is sincere about his impact on the Earth and wants to share this reverence with patrons.

I mean, what else would you expect from a longtime environmental engineer?

“We are crazy for compost here, composting everything from our spent grain to our kitchen scraps to our palm leaf plates,” Van Middlesworth writes on the brewery blog. “We even use compostable straws instead of plastic. Our waste goes to SLO’s community compost program, where it will eventually nourish locally grown crops.”

According to Van Middlesworth, on average, breweries consume between four and six pints of water for every pint of beer produced. Not great for Momma Earth. So, he looked at every aspect of the brewing process, from brewing to cooling to cleaning, and re-engineered it to use far less water—about two pints of H20 per one pint of beer.

If you know this guy, this does not surprise you one bit.

Energy inefficiency is another pet peeve for Van Middlesworth, who worked tirelessly to design a hybrid natural gas

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and electric brewing system.

“It takes advantage of the most efficient properties of each system while minimizing the less efficient aspects. It costs a little more, but we think it’s worth it,” he added.

To that end, every light bulb in the brewery is a dimmable LED. When you walk into the well-lit tasting room, remember: All these lights combined use about as much electricity as two 60-watt light bulbs.

Of course, the décor boasts an equally tiny footprint: The patio is landscaped with drought-tolerant plants from Native Sons Nursery in Arroyo Grande, and local artist Isaac Yorke installed the spray paint mural. Much of what you see, touch, and feel was built from recycled materials.

Even the brewery’s T-shirts and hats are made by a friend working just a stone’s throw from the brewery’s front door. Food is always (and he means always) sourced locally from businesses like Central Coast Creamery, Alle-Pia Fine Cured Meats, Back Porch Bakery, and Spice of Life, among others.

Think we’ve hit the top of the “SLOcal” thermometer? Well, did I mention that all 7Sisters servers are Cal Poly alumni or current graduate students? The brewer is nothing if not consistent. Very consistent.

You may have guessed it already, but yes—Van Middlesworth is a military man. Born in Indiana, he came from a military family and moved around a lot. Later, in the Air Force service and civilian service, he lived in Germany, England, Colorado, California, and New Mexico. You might have assumed, as I did, that this taste for beer came from these extensive trips. It was actually born of neccesity.

“I became a home brewer 27 years ago because I found I had a taste for decent beer, but not the pocketbook for it,” he said, adding that this was way before the craft beer explosion, when microbrews went mainstream.

About 10 years ago, Van Middlesworth settled in SLO County. It remains the longest residence he’s ever held.

“I came to the Vanderberg base to work on a project and I found I loved the vineyards, wide open space, weather, and people seemed really nice,” he said. “This was where I always truly wanted to end up.”

Amazingly, Van Middlesworth still works at Vanderberg as chief of asset accountability in civil engineering. If that sounds like a lot of paperwork, you are correct.

“That’s what drives me more and more to brewing,” he said with a laugh. “I am coming up on retirement, and I’m looking toward my next career.”

His “build it and they will come” mentality is slowly working, but you won’t have to fight to order a beer flight at the bar. As a builder, thinker, and systems guy, he has not yet tackled the massive learning curve known as “social media marketing.”

This is a good thing! Hear me out.

Swing by the brewery for yourself and experience the relaxed environs. You’ll get it. Van Middlesworth is not aiming for “hip.” He instead aims to serve the locals who are irked by thumping downtown clubs, too-loud dives, and taprooms where you have to deploy a kidney punch just to order a drink.

Where else can you grab a brew for yourself and a root beer for the kid?

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The build-out of the bus is underway with the team adding growing racks, solar panels, and more. Watch this fascinating journey by following @bloom.microgreens on Instagram … Indulge in SLO CAL Restaurant Month from Jan. 1 through 31, 2018.

Participating restaurants will offer special prix-fixe menus of three courses at $30 to $40 per person or other mouth-watering offerings that won’t bleed your wallet dry. Remember to call individual restaurants for open hours and additional information before you go. For a list of participating eateries (and to learn about local wine deals for the month of January, too), go to visitsanluisobispocounty.com/ restaurant-month.

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These ciders inspired by European taste, but made locally right here in SLO County. Together, the gals hope to promote the appreciation of good cider and to nurture the growth of the local heirloom cider apple industry.

For more, go to twobroadscider.com or call (805) 400-3057 … Thomas Hill Organic Kitchen has closed its second location in downtown San Luis Obispo. A message from owner Debbie Thomas to her hungry friends: “We have been very grateful for the community support and recognition we’ve received, which made this decision extraordinarily difficult.

We look forward to continuing our farmto-table cuisine and catering division from our Paso Robles location.” A warm farewell SLO THO! We’ll see you in Paso in the New Year. ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain wants a mobile mini pony farm. She can be reached at hthomas@newtimesslo.com.

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I adore vegan food, but I could take or leave most vegans. OK, before you send the hate mail, I am just kidding. Partially.

I have plenty of vegan friends, including one of my best and oldest buddies. My husband once was one in his youth (now he’s the biggest Jocko’s Steakhouse groupie you’ll ever meet, although he still prefers to eat plant-based meals most days of the week). While I enjoy eating vegan intermittently for its benefits to the planet, deliciousness, and positive affect on my health, I don’t really like talking about “veganism.” At least not in polite company. This has nothing to do with politics for me; it’s just downright tedious, leading to one never-ending cyclical conversation. I liken it to two Los Angeles area people deeply engrossed in a conversation about what freeway they arrived on, what detours were had, and what accidents caused what traffic. We get it. Being vegan is difficult and allconsuming! And I agree: It should not be. Being vegan may be even harder in SLO County, where there are far fewer full-blown vegan menus to choose from, although that is slowly improving. This is where SLO Vegan comes in. I first noticed this group’s dedicated work on Instagram, and I applaud their mission of making vegan eating a little easier in a town of beans and tri-tip sandwiches. Check out their reviews and recommendations, and don’t forget to double tap. Slovegan.com showcases local offerings with a handy drop-down food group option to satisfy your most intense cravings (vegan pizza, doughnuts, and cheese dishes among them). Plus, you will also be able pick up a handy CSA veggie gift basket and even order vegan lunch delivery starting in 2018. Whatever your stance is on omitting the meat, dairy, and egg from your diet, I think we could all stand to eat a little lighter in the New Year. You don’t have to be a vegan to eat vegan. And you certainly don’t have to talk about it. ∆ Hayley Thomas Cain supports your vegan lifestyle. She can be reached at hthomas@ newtimesslo.com.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professionals Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 30th day of December 2017 at 10:00 AM, on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at San Luis Mini Storage, 445 Prado Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, County of San Luis Obispo, State of CA, the following: ESCOBEDO: bookshelf, nightstand, plastic shelf, mattress, misc boxes/bags; ROBERTSON: tires on rims, bicycle trailer, metal shelf, yard tools, hand tools, auto bench seat, upright piano; STRAIGHT: wheelchair, TV, misc boxes of electronics and power tool parts; BUTTERFIELD: wood cabinet, nightstand, dresser, table, chair, misc boxes; MCKELLY: toolboxes, motorcycle helmet, briefcases, hand truck, file cabinet, TV, sleeping bag, suitcases, trunk on wheels, furniture dolly, rubber boots, area rugs, misc boxes, gas cans, smoker; MADDOX: black sofa vinyl; SHERWOOD: furniture dolly, crate, hamper, box; RIVERA: suitcase, clothing, hamper; MEDINA: Mattresses, lap top case, waste basket, hamper, misc boxes; Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only.

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FILE NO. 2017-2707 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/12/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: JAR OF LABELS, 105 Mustang Dr, Apt. 109, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Josie Li(105 Mustang Dr, Apt. 109, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by an Individual./s/ Josie Li. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-17. 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. 11-13-22.

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FILE NO. 2017-2721 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/13/2018) New Filing The following person is doing business as: ACCUBOOKS TAX, 1067 Ash St, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

Elizabeth O’Donnell(1067 Ash St. Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted by an Individual./s/Elizabeth O’Donnell.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-17. 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. 11-13-22.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2731 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/15/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CENTRAL COAST CONNECTION, 1951 Devaul Ranch Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Central California Connection(1951 Devaul Ranch Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405) CA. This business is conducted by a CA Corporation./s/Central California Connection, Kent Smith, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-13-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2797 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/25/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CLEVER DUCKS – COMPUTER NETWORK SERVICES, 1313 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. CNSSLO, Inc. (1313 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) CA. This business is conducted by a CA Corporation./s/Amy Kardel, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-20-17. 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. 11-20-22.

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FILE NO. 2017-2810 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SLO HEALTHY VENDING, 436 Gularte Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. EDS Ventures(436 Gularte Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420) CA. This business is conducted by a CA Limited Liability Company./s/ EDS Ventures, Johann Smit, Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-21-17.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, J. Goble.

11-21-22.

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FILE NO. 2017-2823 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/12/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SLOFAB, 3653 La Panza Rd, Creston, CA 93432.

San Luis Obispo County. Warren William Thomas(3653 La Panza Rd, Creston, CA 93432). This business is conducted by an Individual./s/Warren Thomas.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-22-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, D. Chavez. 11-22-22.

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FILE NO. 2017-2827 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/17/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: ARM ASSOCIATES, 2248 Fresno Street, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Alan Rex Martyn(2248 Fresno Street, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by an Individual./s/Alex Rex Martyn. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-22-17. 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. 11-22-22.

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FILE NO. 2017-2830 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/27/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: BODY THERAPY

BY EUNICE, 1141 Pacific Street, Suite F, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Eunice Young Lee(1886 Loomis Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by an Individual./s/Eunice Lee, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-27-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, A. Bautista.

11-27-22.

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FILE NO. 2017-2833 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/20/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: RITUAL SPA & AROMATHERAPY BAR, 859 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. Jenny Lynn Sebring(859 Main Street, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by an Individual./s/Jenny Sebring, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-27-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong.

County Clerk, S. Kramos. 1127-22.

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FILE NO. 2017-2834 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SCOTT REALTY & INVESTMENTS, BRUCE SCOTTY SCOTT, SCOTT REALTY & INVESTMENTS, 465 Tee Crt, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County.

Bruce T. Scott(465 Tee Crt, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by an Individual./s/ Bruce T. Scott. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-27-17.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, I. Diaz. 1127-22.

Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 2017

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2841 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/27/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: WHOLESOME HEART CHOCOLATE CO., 10145 Atascadero Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Matthew Black (10145 Atascadero Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422) CA. This business is conducted by an Individual /s/ Matthew Black. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-27-17.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden.

11-27-22.

Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 2017

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2842 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/27/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: LOVE IN FLIGHT INTERSPIRITUAL SOCIETY, 1835 Tweed Ave., Cambria, CA 93428.

San Luis Obispo County. Laura V. Grace (1835 Tweed Ave., Cambria, CA 93428). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Laura V. Grace. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-27-17.

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.11-27-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2843 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CORE DANCE, 882 Ricardo Ct., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Alexa Rae Von Der Hoff (1312 Broad St. Apt. A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) . This business is conducted by an Individual /s/ Alexa Von Der Hoff. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-27-17.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos.

11-27-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

NOTICE TO ANYONE CLAIMING AN INTEREST IN THE FOLLOWING SEIZED PROPERTY WHICH IS SUBJECT TO FORFEITURE: $3,195 U.S. CURRENCY. On October 25, 2017 at 1685 Ramona St., Grover Beach CA. The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff ’s Narcotics Unit seized the property listed above for Health and Safety Code Sections(s) H.S 11378, H.S 11379, H.S 11351 and H.S 11470.

We are now taking action to forfeit this property. If you claim an interest, you MUST file a claim within 30 days from the date this notice is first published.

Claims MUST be filed with the Superior Court Clerk’s office located at the County Government Center, San Luis Obispo, California. You MUST ALSO provide a copy of the claim to the District Attorney’s Office at the County Government Center, Room 450, San Luis Obispo, California 93408, Attention: Chief Deputy District Attorney Jerret Gran. Use Control No. 17-SO-034AF on any correspondence relating to this property.

If you fail to file a claim on time, the District Attorney WILL FORFEIT the property to the State and it will be disposed of according to law (Health and Safety Code #11489).

Dated: December 20, 2017

/s/ Jerret Grand Chief Deputy District Attorney

December 28, 2017, January 4, & 11, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-2851 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: ALC, 182 Rodeo Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Eric E. Wildey(182 Rodeo Drive, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by an Individual./s/Eric Wildey, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-28-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, A. Bautista. 11-28-22.

Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 2017

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2853 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/13/2012) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SLO AUTO, 326 Santa Maria Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County.

Olga Borisovna Grego(326 Santa Maria Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by an Individual./s/Olga Greco. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-2817. 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. 11-28-22.

Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 2017

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2854 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/14/2016) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SLO AUTO, 861 S. 4th, Grover Beach, CA 93433.

San Luis Obispo County. Olga Borisovna Grego(326 Santa Maria Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93405).

This business is conducted by an Individual./s/Olga Greco. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-2817. 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. 11-28-22.

Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 2017

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2855 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/15/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SLO AUTO, 401 W. Grand Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Olga Borisovna Grego(401 W. Grand Ave, Grover Beach, CA 93433). This business is conducted by an Individual./s/ Olga Greco. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-28-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden. 11-28-22.

Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 2017

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2856 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/28/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: TITA C ANAYA LIPSENSE & COSMETICS, 263 N Frontage Rd., Nimpomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Tita Cabreros Anaya (1646 Via Qantico, Santa Maria, CA 93454). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tita C Anaya. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-28-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Bolden. 11-28-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2859 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/26/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: COASTAL MEDIA DIGITAL SIGNAGE, 705 La Loma Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Oscar Napoleon Ozuna (1758 12th St. Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted

by An Individual /s/ Oscar Napoleon Ozuna. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-29-17. 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. 11-29-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-2862 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/28/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: PALMER ARTWORKS, 646 Lawrence Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401.

San Luis Obispo County. Sue A. Palmer(646 Lawrence Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by an Individual./s/Sue Palmer, Artist in Residence. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-29-17.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, A. Bautista.

11-29-22.

Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 2017

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2864 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/10/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: ALBOL GIFT BASKETS, A LITTLE BIT OF LOVE GIFT BASKETS, 3591 Sacramento Drive, Unit 20, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. ALBOL Gift Baskets, LLC(3591 Sacramento Drive, Unit 20, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) CA. This business is conducted by a CA Limited Liability Company./s/ ALBOL Gift Baskets, LLC. Nicole Masullo-Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-29-17.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, D. Chavez.

11-29-22.

Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 2017

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2865 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (05/25/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: HAPPY THOUGHTS LETTER BOARD CO., 252 Alder Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Ginifer Nicole Marr (252 Alder Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Genifer Marr, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-29-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos 11-29-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2876 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/27/1994) New Filing The following person is doing business as: MORRO BAY MARITIME MUSEUM, 1210 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442.

San Luis Obispo County. CENTRAL COAST MARITIME MUSEUM ASSOCIATION, INC. (PO Box 1775, Morro Bay, CA 93443) .

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Central Coast Maritime Museum Association, Inc. Jane Heath, Vice President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-30-17. 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. 11-30-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2881 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/30/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: JOURNAL PLUS MAGAZINE, 25 Johe Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Thomas Leroy Meinhold and Juliette Lea Meinhold (25 Johe Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Juliette Meinhold.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-30-17. 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. 11-30-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

FILE NO. 2017-2883 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/30/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: NIPOMO COMPLETE HOME IMPROVEMENT AND MANTENANCE SERVICES, 1050 La Serena Way, Nipomo, CA 93444.

San Luis Obispo County. Eduardo Vela (1050 La Serena Way, Nipomo, CA 93444) . This business is conducted by an Individual /s/ Eduardo Vela. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-30-17.

I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos.

11-30-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

FILE NO. 2017-2907 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/04/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CATCH A WAVE SALON, 530 Quintana Road, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Donna S. Sims (2298 Laurel Ave., Morro Bay, CA 93442) and Kaylee K. Davis (1699 Sage Ave., Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Donna Sims. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-17.

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 12-04-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2886 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: LOCAL VOCALS / THE LOCALS / BACKBEAT, 605 Grave Court, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

James Love (605 Grave Court, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ James Love. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-30-17. 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.

Exp.11-30-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2891 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/30/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: BUILT BY MOM, 279 N. 7th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County.

Angela Henderson (279 N. 7th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433) .

This business is conducted by an Individual /s/ Angela Henderson.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 11-30-17. 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. 11-30-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

FILE NO. 2017-2909 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: COASTAL COMMERCIAL GROUP, 350 James Way, Pismo Beach, CA 93449.

San Luis Obispo County. Hessco Products Inc (960 Bakersfield St., Pismo Beach, CA 93449). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Hessco Products Inc., Howard Hess, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-17. 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 12-04-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2920 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2008) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CENTRAL COAST WINDOW CLEANERS, 1480 Dawn Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Zach Walt Wasil and Stephanie Dawn Wasil (1480 Dawn Rd., Nipomo, CA 93444).

This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Zach Wasil, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-04-17.

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 12-04-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-2896 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: DARK RIDE MEDIA, 660 Shasta Avenue, Morro Bay, CA 93442. San Luis Obispo County. Mark Steven Onspaugh (660 Shasta Avenue, Morro Bay, CA 93442). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Mark Onspaugh. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-01-17.

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.

12-01-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2898 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (06/07/2002) New Filing The following person is doing business as: BEACH HOUSE INN, BEACH HOUSE INN & SUITES, 198 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. San Luis Obispo County. Beach Holdings Inc (198 Main Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449).

This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Beach Holding Inc., Preston Miller, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-01-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office.

(Seal)Tommy Gong. County Clerk, S. Kramos 12-01-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

FILE NO. 2017-2922 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (03/17/1991) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CLAMSHELL FARMS, 650 Clamshell Mtn. Way, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Jacqueline Vitti Frederick, Gary W. Frederick (267 W. Tefft Street, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Jacqueline Vitti Frederick, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-05-17. 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. Exp.1205-22.

Dec. 28 2017, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-2924 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/12/2009) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CROWN CINNAMON ROLLS, 1120 Linda Dr. Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Craig Anthony Bryant (1120 Linda Dr. Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Craig Bryant, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-05-17. 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 12-05-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-2926 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: LA CASITA, 1572 W. Grand Ave., Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. Ingrid Carolina Chavarria (1108 N East Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93454). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ingrid C. Chavarria, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-05-17. 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 12-05-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-2927 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SURFSIDE FARM, 3450 Davies Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County.

Harry Andrew Obrien (3450 Davies Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Harry Obrien.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-05-17. 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. Exp. 12-05-22.

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FILE NO. 2017-2929 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (09/27/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: EQUIPPERS CHURCH, 1375 E. Grand Ave. #336, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Acts Churches of America (1375 E. Grand Ave. #336, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Acts Churches of America, Patrick H. Sparrow, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-06-17. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong.

County Clerk, J. Goble12-06-22.

Dec. 14, 21, 28, 2017 & Jan. 4 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-2944 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/08/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: REN CO., 1519 #1 Royal Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Loren Raquel Satterthwaite (1519 #1 Royal Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Loren Raquel Satterthwaite. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-08-17. 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.

Exp.12-08-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2947 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: AEROBRITE, 940 Ambrosia Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. John Kenneth Ziegler (940 Ambrosia Court, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ John Ziegler, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-08-17. 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. Exp.12-08-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-2950 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/08/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: DENNIS AND SONS GARDENING, 3650 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Dionicio Juarez Jr. (8111 Reseda Blvd #308, Reseda, CA 91335). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dionicio Juarez Jr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-08-17. 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. Exp.12-0822.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2960 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/08/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: QUALITY INN SAN SIMEON, 9260 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA 93452. San Luis Obispo County. Kevin Thornton (575 Price St. #209, Pismo Beach, CA 93449), Coker Ellsworth (129 Bridge St. Suite B, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420), Ray Bunnell (141 Suburban Road A-5, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), San Simeon Hotel Partners (575 Price St. #209, Pismo Beach, CA 93448). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Kevin A. Thornton, General Partner. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-08-17. 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. Exp.12-08-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2967 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: ZANET, 425 North Frontage Road, Nipomo, CA 93444. San Luis Obispo County. Natural Stone Source LLC (425 North Frontage Road, Nipomo, CA 93444). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Natural Stone Source LLC, Kenneth Ferrari, President. 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, JF. Brown. Exp.12-11-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2968 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (01/01/2013) New Filing The following person is doing business as: PINNACLE REALTY, PINNACLE REAL ESTATE, 2660 Picachio Rd., Cayucos, CA 93430. San Luis Obispo County. Charles Lenet, Jennifer B. Lenet (2660 Picachio Rd., Cayucos, CA 93430). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Charles Lenet. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-1117. 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.12-11-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2975 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (04/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CENTRAL COAST ENDOSCOPY CENTER ASSOCIATES, ENDOSCOPY CENTER OF THE CENTRAL COAST, 77 Casa Street, Suite 108, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County.

Paul Wetzel (4641 Snapdragon Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401), Jonathan Riegler (2010 Calle Pattito, Templeton, CA 93465), Daniel Zovich (1594 Lizzie Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A General Partnership /s/ Paul Wetzel. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-1117. 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. Exp.1211-22.

Dec. 28 2017, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 2018

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2984 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (11/03/2006) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SQUEAKS CHIRPS & BUBBLES PET & FEED STORE, 1010 Los Osos Valley Road, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Susie A. Robertson (1235 3rd Street #B, Los Osos, CA 93402). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Susie A. Robertson. 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, J. Goble.

Exp.12-11-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3005 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: RELAXING GETAWAY, 111 Grandview Drive, Grover Beach, CA 93433. San Luis Obispo County. S & M Marcos Inc. (347 Calle Lupita, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ S & M Marcos Inc., Myrna M. Marcos, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-13-17. 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.1213-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2991 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/04/2004) New Filing The following person is doing business as: NOAH’S PLUMBING SERVICE & REPAIR, 1062 The Pike, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Andrew J. Sanchez, Tara K. Sanchez (1062 The Pike, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Tara K. Sanchez. 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, JF. Brown.

Exp.12-12-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3009 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY INSPECTIONS, 2115 Beebee St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County.

Dan H. McBride, Jr. (2115 Beebee St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Dan H. McBride Jr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-13-17. 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. Exp.12-13-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-2996 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (07/31/2007) New Filing The following person is doing business as: WAYNE’S HANDYMAN SERVICE, 2020 Laguna Negra Ln., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.

San Luis Obispo County. Daniel W. Reinig, (2020 Laguna Negra Ln., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Daniel W. Reinig.

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, I. Diaz.

Exp.12-12-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3014 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CARS R US, 2923 S. Higuera St. Unit A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Cars R Us LLC (2923 S. Higuera St. Unit A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Octavio Castro, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-13-17. 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.

Exp.12-13-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3002 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: ALL CLEAN, 1369 Cavalier Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Sarah Mavety, (1369 Cavalier Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Sarah Mavety. 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.12-12-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3017 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CENTRAL COAST WINERY WORKS, 1165 Mill St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Tim Ian Ganous (1165 Mill St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Tim Ganous. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-14-17. 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.1214-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3003 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: DEBBIE’S HAIR DESIGNS, 799 E. Foothill Blvd. #B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405.

San Luis Obispo County. Richard Hawkins, Deborah Hawkins (1490 Descanso St. #12, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405). This business is conducted by A Married Couple /s/ Richard Hawkins, Co-Owner.

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, S. Bolden. Exp.12-12-22.

Dec. 21, 28 2017 & Jan. 4, 11 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3036 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/15/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: NATURE BOY, 3050 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446. San Luis Obispo County.

Keola, LLc (3050 Limestone Way, Paso Robles, CA 93446). This business is conducted by A CA Limited Liability Company /s/ Keola, LLC, Aaron Jackson Managing Member. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-15-17. 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.12-15-22.

Dec. 28 2017, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 2018

www.newtimesslo.com • December 28, 2017 - January 4, 2018 • New Times • 45

NOTICE TO BIDDERS SEALED BIDS will be received at the office of the City Clerk, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, California, until 2:00 p.m., Thursday January 25, 2018 as determined by www.time.gov for performing work as follows: BELLO STREET PAVING PROJECT There will be no pre-bid meeting held for this project; however, potential bidders are encouraged to visit the site prior to submitting a bid. Project Plans and Specifications are available at the Engineering Division office located at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449. A non-refundable fee of $25.00 per set will be charged. Electronic Plans and Specifications are available via email at no charge. Questions will be accepted in writing up to 72 hours before bid closing by emailing Chad Stoehr at cstoehr@pismobeach.org.

Questions regarding bid procedure or other non-technical questions can be asked by emailing Erin Olsen at eolsen@ pismobeach.org or by calling (805) 773-4656.

ERICA INDERLIED, CITY CLERK December 28, 2017 & January 4, 2018

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, the Pismo Beach Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting at City Hall, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach California in the Council Chamber for the following purpose: PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA: A. Address: 387 Esparto Avenue Applicant: Mario Travalini Project No: P17-000092 Description: Coastal Development Permit for the demolition of an existing residence and construction of a new 2,322 square-foot singlefamily residence on one of the two underlying lots of record. The project is located in the SingleFamily Residential (R-1) Zone of the Shell Beach Planning Area.The project is located in the Coastal Appeal Overlay Zone and is appealable to the California Coastal Commission. APN: 010-272-002 B. Address: 765 Price Canyon Road Applicant: Blake Chaffee Project No: P17-000087 Description: Coastal Development Permit for a new 385' long storm drain pipe from Stratford Street to an existing driveway/drainage swale on the subject property. The property is located in the Planned Residential (PR) Zone of the Pismo Heights Planning Area. The project is located in the Coastal Zone and is not appealable to the California Coastal Commission. APN: 005-291-019 You have a right to comment on these projects and their effect on our community.

Interested persons are invited to appear at the hearing or otherwise express their views and opinions regarding the proposed projects. An opportunity will be presented at the hearing for verbal comments.

Written comments are also welcomed at the hearing or prior to the hearing. Written comments prepared prior to the hearing may be submitted to the Planning Division by mail or hand-delivery at 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, by fax at (805) 773-4684, or by email at eperez@pismobeach.org.

Staff reports, plans and other information related to these projects are available for public review at the Community Development Department, 760 Mattie Road, Pismo Beach, CA. The meeting agenda and staff report will be available no later than the Friday before the meeting and may be obtained at City Hall or by visiting www.pismobeach.org. The Planning Commission meeting will be televised live on Charter Cable Channel 20 and streamed on the City's website.

PLEASE NOTE: If you challenge the action taken on these items in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Pismo Beach at, or prior to, the public hearing.

Further information on the above items may be obtained from or viewed at the Planning Division Office at City Hall, or by telephone at (805) 773-4658, or by emailing Elsa Perez, Administrative Secretary at eperez@pismobeach.org.

Elsa Perez, CMC, Administrative Secretary December 28, 2017

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FILE NO. 2017-3038 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (10/31/2003) New Filing The following person is doing business as: DIVERSIFIED CONSTRUCTION, 691 Valley rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County. Gregory Dean Gallegos (691 Valley rd., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Gregory Dean Gallegos.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-17. 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.1218-22.

Dec. 28 2017, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 2018

FILE NO. 2017-3092 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/01/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: KFB FOODS, 1028 Peach Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Kurtz Food Brokers Inc. (1028 Peach Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by A CA Corporation /s/ Kurtz Food Brokers Inc., Kevin Magon CEO. 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, S. Bolden. Exp.1219-22.

Dec. 28 2017, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: BONNIE L. SADKIN SNOW CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0427

FILE NO. 2017-3051 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/18/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: SUSPENDED MOTION, 207 Suburban Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. Regina Penton (1605 Hansen Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Regina Penton, Owner.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 12-18-17. 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. Exp.1218-22.

Dec. 28 2017, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3084 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/01/2011) New Filing The following person is doing business as: BRIGHT LIFE PLAYSCHOOL, 880 Laureate Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405. San Luis Obispo County. Kimberley M. Love (2035 Rachel Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Kimberley M. Love, Owner. 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, S. Bolden. Exp.1219-22.

Dec. 28 2017, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3089 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/19/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: LOS OSOS PHYSICAL THERAPY AND REHABILITATION, 2115 10TH Street, Suite B, Los Osos, CA 93402. San Luis Obispo County. Joseph Nicholas Boehm (1856 Corralitos Av., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401).

This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Joseph Nicholas Boehm. 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, J. Goble. Exp.1219-22.

Dec. 28 2017, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. 2017-3090 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (12/19/2017) New Filing The following person is doing business as: D K’S DONUTS, 802 Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. San Luis Obispo County.

Chhean Kim Lav (170 S. Elm St., Arroyo Grande, CA 93420). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Chhean Kim Lav. 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, J. Goble. Exp.1219-22.

Dec. 28 2017, Jan. 4, 11, & 18, 2018

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: BONNIE L. SADKIN SNOW A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by DENIS S. SNOW in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that DENIS S. SNOW 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 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: R. John Kohlbrand 3075 Thousand Oaks Blvd.

Westlake Village, CA 91362 December 28, 2017, January 4, & 11, 2018

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LegaL Notices NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CARO VAN STRYK CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0415

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: CARO VAN STRYK, CARO C. VAN STRYK, CARO C. CRAUMER. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ALBERT VAN STRYK in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that ALBERT VAN STRYK 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 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: Gary A, Bixler 1391 W. Grand Ave. Grover Beach, CA 93433 December 14, 21, & 28, 2017

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DAVID CHARLES PETERSON CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0381

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: DAVID CHARLES PETERSON A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BRENT D. PETERSON in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that BRENT D. PETERSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

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

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 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: Christian E. Iversen 605 – 13th Street Paso Robles, CA 93446 December 14, 21, & 28 2017

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: GLORIA JEAN ROSSINI CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0358

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: GLORIA JEAN ROSSINI A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JOSEPH E. ROSSINI in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that JOSEPH E. ROSSINI 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

LegaL Notices as follows: January 30, 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: Heather M. Weare 301 South Miller Street Suite 116 Santa Maria, CA 93454 December 21, 28, 2017, & January 4, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RICHARD L. CALLARMAN CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0403

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: RICHARD L. CALLARMAN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ANNE CALLARMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that ANNE CALLARMAN 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

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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: Jed D. Hazeltine, Esq. 778 Osos Street, Suite C San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 December 21, 28, 2017, & January 4, 2018

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ROBERT GEORGE JOHANSEN CASE NUMBER: 17PR - 0437

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: ROBERT GEORGE JOHANSEN A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by AUSTIN JOHANSEN in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that AUTSTIN JOHANSEN 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.

Petitioner: Austin Johansen 1501 Atlantic City Ave., Apt. D Grover Beach, CA 93433 December 28, 2017, January 4, & 11, 2018

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To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: SARA MELCENA KITTRELL BRIXEY, MELCENA K. BRIXEY. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BRIEANNA M. COX in the Superior Court of California, County of San Luis Obispo.

The Petition for Probate requests that BRIEANNA M. COX 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 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: Charles G. Kirschner Ogle, Merzon & Kirschner PO Box 720 Morro Bay, CA 93443 December 21, 28, 2017, & January 4, 2018

NOTICE OF HEARING – DECEDENT’S ESTATE OR TRUST CHARLES D. STEVENS DECEDENT 17PR 0430

This notice is required by law.

This notice does not require you to appear in court, but you may attend the hearing if you wish.

NOTICE is given that: AMY A. BETTS, PETITIONER has filed Petition for Probate of Will and For Letters Testamentary and Authorization to Administer Under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with Limited Authority You may refer to the filed documents for more information. (Some documents filed with the court are confidential.)

A hearing on the matter will be held as follows: March 6, 2018 at 9:00AM in Dept.: 9 at Superior Court of CA, County of San Luis Obispo, County Government Center, 1035 Palm St., Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408.

Robert H. Mott ( SB# 541980) 960 Santa Rosa San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 December 21, 28, 2017 & January 4, 2018

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

Notice is hereby given that the EstrellaEl Pomar-Creston Water District (District) will hold a public hearing on Thursday, January 4, 2018, commencing at 3:30pm, at Windfall Farms Conference Room, 4710 Flying Paster Lane, Paso Robles, California 93446, pursuant to Water Code section 10723(b), for the purpose of hearing comments on whether the District shall become a Groundwater Sustainability Agency.

Written comments may be submitted prior to the hearing by mail (EPC Water District, PO Box 1499, Paso Robles, CA 93447) or electronically (info@ epcwd.org). Other questions or comments may also be directed to these two addresses or by phone at (805) 354-5158.

Jerry Reaugh, Secretary December 21 & 28, 2017

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no Title Order No. 170028700 Trustee written objection is timely filed, the court Sale No. 19711 Account No. 376552 may grant the petition without a hearing.

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT DATED 05/02/2017. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 01/11/2018 at 11:00AM, SUNRISE ASSESSMENT SERVICES, as the duly appointed Trustee pursuant to Notice of Delinquent Assessment, Recorded on 05/09/2017, as Instrument # 2017020173 of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of SAN LUIS OBISPO County, California, property owned by: EVELYN M. PAINE, TRUSTEE OF THE ARTHUR & EVELYN PAINE REVOCABLE TRUST DATED MAY 31, 1995.. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: In the breezeway adjacent to the County General Services Building, 1087 Santa Rosa Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93408, all right, title and interest under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment in the property situated in said County, describing the land therein: APN: 091-414-030 THIS SALE IS SUBJECT TO A 90 DAY RIGHT OF REDEMPTION. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1259 BLACK SAGE CIRCLE, NIPOMO, CA 93444 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum due under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment, with interest thereon, as provided in said notice, advances, if any, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee, to-wit: $8,138.53 Estimated. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale.

The claimant under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916) 939-0772, using the file number assigned to this case 19711.

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. NOTICE: THIS COMMUNICATION IS FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM YOU WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: 11/27/2017 SUNRISE ASSESSMENT SERVICES 11707 Fair Oaks Blvd., Suite 202 Fair Oaks, CA 95628 Sale Information Line: (916) 939-0772 or www.nationwideposting.com TARA CAMPBELL, ASST. VICE PRESIDENT NPP0321269 To: NEW TIMES PUB: 12/21/2017, 12/28/2017, 01/04/2018

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 17CV-0634

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Laura Yvette Brown for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Laura Yvette Brown PROPOSED NAME: Laura Yvette Dancy 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

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 01/31/2018, Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 at the Superior Court of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm Street, Room 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

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 17CVP-0356

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Marcelino Martinez Ortiz and Maura Rafael Fermin filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Fidelio Martinez Rafael to PROPOSED NAME: Fidelio Martinez Rafael, PRESENT NAME: Orquidea Martinez to PROPOSED NAME: Orquidea Martinez Rafael

Date: December 01, 2017 /s/: Charles S. Crandall of the Superior Court December 14, 21, 28 2017 & January 4 2018

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 ORDER TO SHOW name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the CAUSE FOR CHANGE reasons for the objection at least two OF NAME CASE days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the NUMBER: 17CV-0638 hearing to show cause why the petiTo all interested persons: Petitioner: Jessica Lynn Armstrong for tion should not be granted. If no written a decree changing names as follows: objection is timely filed, the court may PRESENT NAME: Jessica Lynn Armstrong grant the petition without a hearing.

PROPOSED NAME: Jessica Lynn Weaver

THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 01/24/2018, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

P.2 at the Superior Court of San Luis Obispo, 901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times

Date: December 20, 2017 /s/: Civil Assigned Judge of the Superior Court NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 01/18/2018, December 28, 2017, January 4, 11, & Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 2 at the Superior 18, 2018 Court of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm Street, Room 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93408. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: December 04, 2017 /s/: Barry T. Labarbera of the Superior Court December 14, 21, 28 2017 & January 4 2018

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 17CV-0680

To all interested persons: Petitioner: Elin Louise Jamison for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Elin Louise Jamison PROPOSED NAME: Elin Ehrenclou Jamison

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

NEW FILE NO. 2017-2863 OLD FILE NO. 2016-1854 A LITTLE BIT OF LOVE GIFT BASKETS, ALBOL GIFT BASKETS, 3591 Sacramento Drive, Suite 20, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Luis Obispo County on 08-04-2016. The following person has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Nicoel Masullo(3591 Sacramento Drive, Suite 20, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401) and Esther Simon(1602 Abaco Dr. J1, Coconut Creek, FL 33066). This business was conducted by a General Partnership./s/Nicole Masullo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1117-2017. I hereby certify that this copy is a correct copy of the statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By D. Chavez, Deputy Clerk.

Dec. 7, 14, 21 & 28 2017

THE COURT ORDERS: that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below STATEMENT OF to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

ABANDONMENT Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written OF USE OF FICTITIOUS objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two days before the BUSINESS NAME NEW FILE NO. 2017-2879 matter is scheduled to be heard and must OLD FILE NO. 2015-1873 appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no JOURNAL PLUS MAGAZINE, 654 Osos written objection is timely filed, the court Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. San may grant the petition without a hearing. Luis Obispo County. The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 01/31/2018, San Luis Obispo County on 07-20-2015.

Time: 9:00 am, Dept. 9 at the Superior The following person has abandoned Court of San Luis Obispo, 1035 Palm St. the use of the fictitious business name: Rm. 385, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. A Steven R. Owens (10230 Digger Pine, copy of this Order to Show Cause shall Santa Margarita, CA 93453) This busibe published at least once each week for ness was conducted by An Individual./s/ Steven R. Owens. This statement was four successive weeks prior to the date filed with the County Clerk of San Luis set for hearing on the petition in the folObispo on 11-30-2017. I hereby certify lowing newspaper of general circulation, that this copy is a correct copy of the printed in this county: New Times statement on file in my office. (Seal)Tommy Gong, County Clerk. By D. Chavez, Date: December 19, 2017 Deputy Clerk. /s/: Barry T. Labarbera of the Superior Dec. 14, 21, 28 2017, & Jan. 4, 2018 Court December 28, 2017, January 4, 11, & FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 18, 2018

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 17CVP-0328

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

NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 01/03/2018, Time: 9:00 am, Dept.

P2 at the Superior Court of San Luis Obispo, 1901 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: New Times Date: November 27, 2017 /s/: Barry T. Labarbera of the Superior Court December 14, 21, 28 2017 & January 4 2018

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FILE NO. 2017-2890 TRANSACTION BUSINESS DATE (N/A) New Filing The following person is doing business as: CENCO SMART HOME, 7343 El Camino Real #211, Atascadero, CA 93422. San Luis Obispo County. Ryan Owen Kelley (8500 Santa Ynez Apt. H, Atascadero, CA 93422). This business is conducted by An Individual /s/ Ryan Kelley. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of San Luis Obispo on 1130-17. 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.11-30-22.

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ARIES

LIBRA

(March 21-April 19): “I need more smart allies, compassionate supporters, ethical role models, and loyal friends, and I need them right now!” writes Joanna K., an Aries reader from Albuquerque, New Mexico. On the other hand, there’s Jacques T., an Aries reader from Montreal.

“To my amazement, I actually have much of the support and assistance I need,” he declares. “What I seem to need more of are constructive critics, fair-minded competitors with integrity, colleagues and loved ones who don’t assume that every little thing I do is perfect, and adversaries who galvanize me to get better.” I’m happy to announce, dear Aries, that in 2018 you will benefit more than usual from the influences that both Joanna and Jacques seek.

(Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I wish I could make it nice and easy for you. I wish I could proclaim that the forces of darkness are lined up against the forces of light. I’d like to be able to advise you that the opening months of 2018 will bring you a showdown between wrong and right, between ugliness and beauty. But it just ain’t that simple. It’s more like the forces of plaid will be arrayed against the forces of paisley.

The showdown will feature two equally flawed and equally appealing sources of intrigue. And so you may inquire, Libra, what is the most honorable role you can play in these matters? Should you lend your support to one side or the other? I advise you to create a third side.

TAURUS

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In 2018, your tribe will be extra skilled at opening things that have been shut or sealed for a long time: heavy doors, treasure boxes, rich possibilities, buried secrets, shy eyes, mum mouths, guarded hearts, and insular minds. You’ll have a knack for initiating new markets and clearing blocked passageways and staging grand openings.

You’ll be more inclined to speak candidly and freely than any other generation of Scorpios in a long time. Getting stuck things unstuck will come naturally. Making yourself available for bighearted fun and games will be your specialty. Given these wonders, maybe you should adopt a new nickname, like Apertura (the Italian word for “opening”), Ouverture (the French word for “opening”), šiši (Yoruban), Otevírací (Czech), Öffnung (German), or Kufungua (Swahili).

(April 20-May 20): In the Scots language spoken in Lowland Scotland, a watergaw is a fragmented rainbow that appears between clouds. A skafer is a faint rainbow that arises behind a mist, presaging the imminent dissipation of the mist. A silk napkin is a splintered rainbow that heralds the arrival of brisk wind and rain. In accordance with the astrological omens, I propose we use these mysterious phenomena as symbols of power for you in 2018. The good fortune that comes your way will sometimes be partially veiled and seemingly incomplete.

Don’t compare it to some “perfect” ideal. It’ll be more interesting and inspiring than any perfect ideal.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In 2018, half-buried residues from the past will be resurfacing as influences in your life. Old dreams that you abandoned prematurely are ripe to be re-evaluated in light of what has happened since you last took them seriously. Are these good or bad developments?

It will probably depend on your ability to be charitable and expansive as you deal with them. One thing is certain: To move forward into the future, you will have to update your relationships with these residues and dreams.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Poet Diane Ackerman tells us that human tongues, lips, and genitals possess neural receptors that are ultra-responsive. Anatomists have given unsexy names to these bliss-generating parts of our bodies: Krause end bulbs, also known as bulboid corpuscles. (Couldn’t they have called them “glimmering rapture hubs” or “magic buttons”?) In any case, these sweet spots enable us to experience surpassing pleasure. According to my understanding of the astrological omens for 2018, Cancerian, your personal complement of bulboid corpuscles will be even more sensitive than usual. Here’s further good news: Your soul will also have a heightened capacity to receive and register delight.

(July 23-Aug. 22): Mise en place is a French term whose literal translation is “putting in place.” When used by professional chefs in a restaurant kitchen, it refers to the task of gathering and organizing all the ingredients and tools before beginning to cook. I think this is an excellent metaphor for you to emphasize throughout 2018. In every area of your life, thorough preparation will be the key to your success and fulfillment. Make sure you have everything you need before launching any new enterprise or creative effort.

(Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Experimental composer Harry Partch played one-of-a-kind musical instruments that he made from objects like car hubcaps, gourds, aluminum ketchup bottles, and nose cones from airplanes. Collage artist Jason Mecier fashions portraits of celebrities using materials like noodles, pills, licorice candy, bacon, and lipstick tubes. Given the astrological configurations for 2018, you could flourish by adopting a similar strategy in your own chosen field. Your most interesting successes could come from using things as they’re not “supposed” to be used. You could further your goals by mixing and matching resources in unique ways.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I predict that the coming months won’t bring you the kinds of opportunities you were imagining and expecting, but will bring you opportunities you haven’t imagined and didn’t expect. Will you be alert and receptive to these sly divergences from your master plan? If so, by September of 2018 you will have become as smart a gambler as maybe you have ever been. You will be more flexible and adaptable, too, which means you’ll be better able to get what you want without breaking stuff and wreaking whirlwinds. Congratulations in advance, my daring darling. May your experiments be both visionary and practical.

May your fiery intentions be both steady and fluidic.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Hungarian psychiatrist Thomas Szasz dismissed the idea that a person should be on a quest to “find himself” or “find herself.” “The self is not something that one finds,” he said. Rather, “it is something one creates.” I think that’s great advice for you in 2018, Capricorn. There’ll be little value in wandering around in search of fantastic clues about who you were born to be. Instead you should simply be gung-ho as you shape and craft yourself into the person you want to be.

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SCORPIO

(Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Is there anything about your attitude or your approach that is a bit immature or unripe? Have you in some way remained an amateur or apprentice when you should or could have become fully professional by now? Are you still a dabbler in a field where you could be a connoisseur or master? If your answer to any of these questions is yes, the coming months will be an excellent time to grow up, climb higher, and try harder. I invite you to regard 2018 as the Year of Kicking Your Own Ass.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In 2018, one of your themes will be “secret freedom.” What does that mean? The muse who whispered this clue in my ear did not elaborate further. But based on the astrological aspects, here are several possible interpretations.

1. You may have to dig deep and be strategic to access resources that have the power to emancipate you. 2. You may be able to discover a rewarding escape and provocative deliverance that have been hidden from you up until now. 3. You shouldn’t brag about the liberations you intend to accomplish until you have accomplished them. 4. The exact nature of the freedom that will be valuable to you might be useless or irrelevant or incomprehensible to other people. ∆

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